academy blasting by Dr. Anthony Konya

Last Updated: June 14, 2026

Academy Blasting is the podcast for explosive engineers. Discussing industry trends, in-depth lessons, and the latest in the explosive industry.

#5 Explosive Interview with Dr. Josh Hoffman

Published: December 4, 2020

In Episode #5 of AcademyBlasting.TV we interview Dr. Josh Hoffman, the technical director of the Institute of Makers of Explosives. Dr. Hoffman's career includes numerous different aspects including public perception of mining and explosives, work on Capitol Hill with mining and explosive policy, and now he works in all sectors of commercial explosive use as an interface between industry and the government. Dr. Hoffman is considered one of the leading experts in explosive engineering and explosive policy.

#4 The Future of Blast Design

Published: October 21, 2020

In this episode of AcademyBlasting.TV, Dr. Anthony Konya discusses the future of blast design. Starting with the history of blast design, powder factor is introduced and the development of powder factor is discussed at length - including why powder factor has been nearly abolished for the second time in the industry.

#3 The Future of Initiation Systems

Published: September 22, 2020

Episode 3 of AcademyBlasting.TV answers the question - what is the future of initiation systems?

#2 The Future of Explosives

Published: August 3, 2020

Will explosives of the future be free of NOx?

#1 The Future of Drilling

Published: July 9, 2020

What does the future of drilling hold?