THE PROBLEM
A crisis no one is solving
The mining industry faces a once-in-a generation inflection point: a growing talent shortage, an aging workforce, and a deep perception gap with young people.
Workforce Retiring
%
of North American mining workers will retire by 2029
Gen Z Interest
%
of Gen Z express interest in industrial careers
Won’t Consider Mining
%
of 15-30 year-olds say they won’t work in the mining sector
Trailheads & Titans is the only credible media vehicle reaching this generation in their own language, on their own platforms – hosted by one of them.
Conversations with Industry Leaders
Rohitesh Dhawan
President and CEO of ICMM
Helena Hedblom
CEO and President at Epiroc
Jack Lundin
CEO and Director at Lunding Mining
Jody Kuzenko
CEO at Torex Gold Resources Inc
Mark Cutifani
CEO at Anglo American plc
Dominic Barton
Chairman at Rio Tinto
More than a podcast.
A platform for the next generation
Three connected ways for industry to reach the people it most needs to reach:
The Podcast
Bi-weekly long-form
interviews and high-impact
clips across YouTube, TikTok,
Instagram, and LinkedIn.
Expeditions
Bringing the cameras and the
conversation directly to your
operations. (New for 2026.)
Youth & Education Engagement
Putting Alexander and TH&T in front of students and young people, in classrooms, at events, and in the communities where you operate.
Featured Interviews
Future Proof Your Skills Now! — with Tim Miller CEO Sepor
What Does Real Success Look Like? — with Renaud Adams, IA
What you need to know about success - with Jody Kuzenko CEO Torex Gold
What Separates Industry Leaders From Everyone Else - with Dominic Barton, Chairman Rio Tinto
The Real Pathway to a Career in Critical Raw Materials - with Rolf Kuby Director EUROMINES
The Job Market That's About To Explode in 2026 - with Gracelin Baskaran Director CSIS
Real words. Public endorsements.
These are authentic, publicly shared reactions from the leaders who had the opportunity to engage directly with Alexander.
Our next generation of miners. Brilliant to see them coming into this industry with passion, curiosity, and that youthful enthusiasm we need… Check out my interview with Alexander Z. Juarez – 14 years old and already making a difference.”
Discussions with younger generations are a good reminder that authenticity, resilience and loving what you do matter at every stage of leadership… At Epiroc, we believe it all starts with people.”
Sitting down with Alexander was a reminder of how powerful curiosity and passion can be sparking meaningful dialogue about our industry. His perspective will resonate with
youth and students alike — proof that talent has no age.”
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