In this episode of Chata Podcast, Chuy Herrera sits down with longtime mining professional and safety leader Steve Chambliss for an inspiring conversation about life, leadership, and the lessons learned throughout a 35-year career in mining. From growing up in Battle Mountain and chasing big dreams in college to finding his true calling in the mining industry, Steve shares the experiences that shaped his journey.Together, Chuy and Steve discuss hard work, mentorship, personal accountability, family, and the importance of maintaining perspective both on and off the job. Filled with humor, authenticity, and valuable life lessons, this episode offers insight for anyone striving to build a meaningful career and life. So grab a snack and a drink while we sit down to CHATA!

This week on Chata Podcast, Chuy Herrera sits down with Yerania Gusman for a powerful and deeply personal conversation about faith, family, resilience, and redemption. Yerania shares her journey growing up in Reno in a single-parent household, navigating life as a young mother, and the challenges of raising a family while breaking generational cycles. Throughout the episode, Yerania opens up about meeting her husband, Nate, the ups and downs of their relationship, the struggles they faced through addiction, and the transformative power of grace, forgiveness, and unwavering commitment. She speaks candidly about motherhood, marriage, and the difficult seasons that ultimately strengthened both her family and her faith.Yerania also shares her testimony of coming to know Jesus, rediscovering her faith, and how placing God at the center of her life and marriage changed everything. From hardship and heartbreak to healing and hope, this episode is a testament to God's faithfulness and the beauty of redemption. So grab a drink and a snack while we sit down to CHATA!

In this episode of CHATA Podcast, host Chuy Herrera sits down with Jaron Jacobs for a candid and wide-ranging conversation that explores life, work, and the pursuit of something more meaningful. Jaron reflects on his upbringing in small-town Nevada, sharing stories from Round Mountain to Spring Creek and the influence of growing up in a household shaped by education, athletics, and strong values. As the son of a respected coach and teacher, he offers insight into the discipline, expectations, and life lessons that helped shape his path. The conversation dives deep into Jaron's journey through the mining industry, where he spent nearly a decade working underground. He opens up about the realities of the job from the brotherhood and humor that define the culture, to the risks, personal growth, and pivotal moments that shift perspective. His firsthand experience highlights both the opportunities and challenges of mining, as well as the mental resilience it demands. Beyond his career, Jaron shares an honest look at reaching a turning point in life, recognizing burnout, reevaluating priorities, and making the difficult decision to step away in search of a new direction. With plans to explore opportunities outside of mining, he speaks on the importance of self-awareness, taking risks, and having the courage to start over. So grab a drink and a snack we sit down and CHATA!