Mining Stock Education

In this episode of Mining Stock Education, host Bill Powers interviews natural resource investing expert Rick Rule from Rule Investment Media. Rick shares how his jurisdictional contrarian courage led him to a Russian 100-bagger immediately after the fall of the Berlin wall as well as insane profits in Peru and Congo. He reflects on his 2025 portfolio performance and what he learned. Rick provides insights into the recent silver stream sales by BHP and Lundin Gold and what they mean for the industry. He comments on Lara Exploration and shares his experience with André Gaumond as Rick was the largest shareholder of Virginia Gold Mines at one point. Learn from one of the junior mining industries best participants and educators in this MSE episode. 0:00 Intro 0:26 “Third best year of my career” 5:32 Recent BHP & Lundin Gold Silver Streams 12:21 Lara Exploration 15:03 André Gaumond & Virginia Gold Mines 18:47 Investing in pure explorers 21:06 Analyst gold & silver prices for valuing miners 23:13 Precious metals

Pro Investor David Erfle reveals how he is playing the Mexican silver miners. In light of Vizsla Silver’s mine workers who were kidnapped and killed by the cartel recently, are Mexican silver miners a buy, sell or hold? David shares what he sold and what he is holding. He also provides commentary on the precious metals prices and junior mining sector. David Erfle is a self-taught mining sector investor. He stumbled upon the mining space in 2003 as he was looking to invest into a growing sector of the market. After researching the gains made from the 2001 bottom in the tiny gold and silver complex, he became fascinated with this niche market. So much so that in 2005 he decided to sell his home and invest the entire proceeds from the sale into junior mining companies. When his account had tripled by September, 2007, he decided to quit his job as the Telecommunications Equipment Buyer at UCLA and make investing in this sector his full-time job. David founded the Junior Miner Junky subscription-based newsletter

Atomic Eagle offers a compelling entry into the uranium bull market, backed by a proven team from Matador Capital—the original architects behind Boss Energy's success and Lotus Resources' recent mine restart. Through a strategic RTO of GovEx Uranium, they've acquired the advanced Muntanga project in mining-friendly Zambia: a 47.4M lb resource at 344 ppm U3O8, with a feasibility study showing robust economics at $90/lb uranium. But the current investment thesis is not that of a mine build story. Atomic Eagle’s focus is on aggressive exploration to double resources via a current 50,000m drill program, targeting a 40-100M lb upside which conceptually could see a mega-mine producing 4-5M lbs/year through low-cost heap leaching (90%+ recovery with low acid consumption). Well-funded with ~A$20M cash, Atomic is undervalued when compared, on an enterprise value to pounds-in-the-ground basis, to ASX peers like Deep Yellow and Bannerman. Near-term catalysts: Resource upgrade (early March), feasibility re-release, an

Resource sector investor Erik Wetterling (a.k.a. The Hedgeless Horseman) shares insights about current conditions in gold and silver equities, market corrections, jurisdictional risk, and how he sizes positions. Erik shares his perspective of risk/reward set-ups and when he bets big on undervalued junior mining stocks. Furthermore, Erik discusses market psychology, volatility, some stock picks and what he looks for in a quality junior mining stock opportunity. 0:00 Intro 1:04 Market Correction After VRIC: Staying Fully Invested & Value Shuffling 2:46 Why Juniors Still Look Cheap: Patience, Boredom, and the ‘Wall of Worry’ 4:23 Sentiment Whiplash: Buying Misery vs. Hot Metals Markets 7:21 Beyond Gold & Silver: Copper, Nickel, and Macro Uncertainty (AI, Economy) 9:39 How to Play Base Metals: Producers vs. Developers + The Importance of Teams 12:29 Conference Circuit: First Vancouver Trip, PDAC Plans, and Why Events Matter Again 15:11 PDAC Talk Preview: Psychology, Volatility, and Being Comfortable Looking Stup

Bill Powers interviews Lara Exploration President and CEO Simon Ingram, highlighting Ingram’s prior success leading Reservoir Minerals from $0.65 to $9.40 per share and creating roughly US$500 million in shareholder value at the time of the buyout by Nevsun Resources. Ingram recounts Reservoir’s Serbia discovery—described as the world’s 13th largest copper discovery since 1990—and notes the resulting mine now generates about 2% of Serbia’s GDP. Lara Exploration is applying the same model and team while transitioning from prospect generator to developer through its 100%-owned flagship Planalto copper-gold project in Brazil. The 2025 PEA outlines an open-pit project producing about 36,000 tonnes of copper per year and processing about 8 million tonnes of ore, with estimated capex around $550 million. Using a $13,000/ton copper price, Ingram says the project value is about $1.2 billion at today’s spot prices. The discussion covers Lara’s valuation gap versus its market cap (~US$100–110 million), plans to de-ri

Host Brian Leni interviews André Gaumond, Founder and CEO of Virginia Gold Mines, about how he built an exploration company that ultimately resulted in a billion dollars of buyout value. Virgina made the Éléonore discovery (2004), later sold to Goldcorp, and ultimately led to Virginia “2.0” and the sale/merger of the royalty with Osisko Gold Royalties. Gaumond recounts his path from geologist to mining analyst to junior mining executive, then founding Virginia with an initial $100,000 financing and growing it through financings and a disciplined approach to reducing exploration risk. He outlines his five-point exploration strategy that junior mining investors must learn and executives should heed. The interview closes with his views on companies using the project-generator/royalty model and his criteria for great leaders and VP Exploration candidates. 00:00 Welcome + Meet André Gaumond (Éléonore discovery story begins) 00:51 From rock collector to geologist & mining analyst: learning the business 03:15 Start

In this episode of Mining Stock Education, host Bill Powers introduces new sponsor Scorpio Gold Corp, featuring CEO Zayn Kalyan. Kalyan shares insights on their newly consolidated Manhattan District project in Nevada, detailing its history, recent achievements, and future potential. With a focus on resource expansion and aggressive drilling programs, Kalyan highlights significant milestones, including a strong open pit resource and promising drill results. The discussion also covers Scorpio's financial health, strategic partnerships, and plans to potentially up-list to a major U.S. exchange. Kalyan emphasizes the company's commitment to delivering shareholder value through consistent exploration success and strategic financial management. 00:00 Introduction 00:45 Scorpio Gold Corp: New Investment Value Proposition 01:27 Zayn Kalyan’s Journey to Scorpio Gold 02:55 Manhattan Project: The Core Asset 07:37 Exploration and Drilling Strategy 10:59 Financial Health and Future Plans 14:54 Potential Uplisting to NASD

In this episode of Mining Stock Education, host Bill Powers welcomes Dr. Rob Stevens, author of 'Mineral Exploration and Mining Essentials.' Dr. Stevens provides an in-depth presentation on uranium deposits, discussing the fundamentals of uranium, its geology, types of deposits, and investment considerations for uranium stock investors. He highlights the growing global demand for nuclear power and the expected structural deficit in uranium supply by 2029. The discussion also covers different uranium deposit types, mining methods, exploration techniques, and key factors investors should consider. Dr. Stevens emphasizes the importance of high-grade findings and potential investment opportunities in the sector. Listeners are encouraged to delve deeper into uranium mining through Dr. Stevens' book and online courses available at miningessentials.com. Link to this presentation on YouTube: https://youtu.be/vgTZSeL_vWg 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 01:46 Uranium Market Fundamentals 06:00 Types of Uranium De

In this episode of Mining Stock Education, host Brian Leni interviews Jacques Bonneau, a seasoned junior mining investor and author of 'The Art of Investing in Junior Mining.' Jacques shares his insights on how to discern a gold stock market top, the significance of market cycles, and his strategies for investing in junior mining stocks. The discussion covers the recent market movements, the importance of attending mining conferences, and key indicators to monitor for bullish and bearish phases in the gold market. Jacques also highlights several promising junior mining companies worth watching, based on their market cap, management quality, and exploration potential. Jacques Bonneau has over 40 years of experience in the mining industry and is the author of “The Art of Investing in Junior Mining.” He has been involved in all the main stages in the evolution of a mining company, from exploration through development to production. During his career, he rose from field geologist to president of junior mining co

In this episode of Mining Stock Education, host Bill Powers speaks with Sam Broom, a portfolio manager at Sprott Asset Management. Sam shares his strategic insights on the mining sector, highlighting a rare and safer gold stock investment opportunity. He discusses Friday’s silver and gold crash, the importance of understanding market volatility, and the impact of macroeconomic factors like central bank actions on gold prices. Sam also explores niche metals and commodities, including platinum, palladium, and indium, and delves into his investment strategies in the oil and gas sector. Listeners are advised on the importance of bottom-up investment approaches and maintaining a diversified portfolio to navigate potential market risks. 00:00 Introduction 00:56 Analyzing the Recent Gold and Silver Crash 03:30 Market Volatility and Client Reactions 06:17 Investment Strategies and Diversification 10:22 Gold Cycle and Market Sentiment 17:12 Platinum and Palladium Market Analysis 23:19 Niche Metals and Future Prospect

In this episode of Mining Stock Education, host Bill Powers and co-host Brian Leni of Junior Stock Review engage in their monthly Junior Mining Insights discussion. They cover Brian's recent attendance at the Metals Investor Forum and the Vancouver Resource Investment Conference, highlighting the positive sentiment and increased interest from investors. The conversation also explores demographics and the influence of younger investors transitioning from cryptocurrency to junior mining stocks. The duo discusses where current value can be found in a precious metals bull market. They delve into the importance of understanding an information conveyor’s bias and process when evaluating information in the sector. Brian shares his experience from a recent site tour in South America and the impact of community engagement by mining companies. The episode concludes with Bill discussing potential investment opportunities in critical metals and copper, influenced by broader market sentiment and insights from industry exp

In this episode of Mining Stock Education, John Passalacqua, CEO of First Phosphate, provides an update on the phosphate market and discusses the significance of CATL's tender for 500,000 annual tons of LFP cathode active material. John also talks about the company's focus on high-purity igneous phosphate for LFP batteries, their recent financial movements, and strategic goals. The episode also covers First Phosphate's unique position in the market, the challenges in sourcing high-purity phosphate, and their relationships with investors and partners. John offers insights on the company's CSE listing, future project developments, and the potential for uplisting to a major U.S. exchange. 00:00 Introduction and Major Industry News 00:44 Company Overview and Unique Selling Points 01:45 Understanding LFP Batteries and Phosphate 04:00 Company's Strategic Focus and Partnerships 05:47 Financial Updates and Future Plans 07:20 Stock Exchange Listing and Trading Insights 11:41 International Interests and Industry Headl

In this episode of Mining Stock Education, host Bill Powers interviews junior mining stock expert David Erfle from Junior Miner Junky. David shares insights on recent movements in gold and silver prices and discusses his strategy of rotating profits from successful ventures into promising smaller-cap mining stocks. He emphasizes the potential in early-stage juniors and highlights the technical breakouts occurring in the sector. David also shares his personal experience and strategic approach in navigating investments in the mining stock market. 00:00 Introduction to Mining Stock Education 00:29 Market Overview and Precious Metals Surge 02:01 Investment Strategies in Junior Miners 06:06 Portfolio Management and Risk Mitigation 08:50 Technical Analysis and Market Trends 19:58 Management Due Diligence and Red Flags David’s website: https://juniorminerjunky.com/ Sign up for our free newsletter and receive interview transcripts, stock profiles and investment ideas: http://eepurl.com/cHxJ39 Mining Stock Educat

In this episode of Mining Stock Education, host Brian Leni interviews Elliott Gue, the editor and chief analyst at Energy Bulletin. Elliott discusses the current geopolitical landscapes affecting energy markets, future energy demand, and investment opportunities. He provides an in-depth analysis of Venezuela's misunderstood oil reserves and its potential production capabilities. Furthermore, Elliott outlines the long-term forecast of a major energy crisis emerging from rising global demand, decreasing non-OPEC supply, and limited OPEC spare capacity. He advises investors to look at various sectors such as US refineries, oil services companies, and upstream natural gas producers as potential opportunities to mitigate and profit from the anticipated energy shortages by 2028-2030. 00:00 Introduction 01:27 Venezuela's Oil Reserves: Myths and Realities 04:55 Investment Needs for Venezuela's Oil Industry 09:19 Impact on US Refineries and Global Oil Market 17:00 Geopolitical Factors and Oil Market Dynamics 24:58 Fu

In this episode of Mining Stock Education, host Bill Powers interviews Joe Mazumdar from Exploration Insights. They dive into discussions about potential mega mergers in the mining industry, specifically between Rio Tinto and Glencore, and what these mergers indicate about market cycles and strategic advantages. Joe offers his insights on the challenges and benefits of such mergers, along with commentary on the global smelter capacity and the permitting landscape. They also discuss various projects like Kinross in Nevada and Washington, and Codelco's copper expansion. Furthermore, they touch upon the influence of government policies, such as tariffs and price floors, on the mining sector. Joe provides valuable advice for junior mining stock investors, emphasizing the importance of deep technical analysis and understanding geopolitics, operational risks, and market dynamics. Joe also reveals a valuation mistake many new mining investors make. 00:00 Introduction 00:33 Expert Insights with Joe Mazumdar 00:47 Me

In this episode of Mining Stock Education, host Brian Leni interviews Brian Dalton, CEO of Altius Minerals, to discuss the current state of the mining royalty sector. They delve into various topics including the competitive edge among royalty companies, contrarian opportunities in the market, and Altius's recent acquisition of Lithium Royalty Corp. Dalton shares his perspective on the importance of royalty and streaming financing, the impact of new entrants like Tether in the market, and how geopolitical factors and deglobalization are shaping the sector. He also discusses the challenges and opportunities in asset selection, the implications of market overshoots, and the future of the mining industry. Listeners will gain valuable insights on how to think like a CEO of a royalty company and make informed investment decisions. 00:00 Introduction 00:30 Current State of the Mining Royalty Sector 01:12 Consolidation and New Entrants in the Royalty Space 01:39 The Role of Royalties in Mining Financing 04:27 Tether

Ivan Bebek, Chair and CEO of Coppernico Metals, comments on the newest copper surface results of 155m of .54% continuous copper via channel sampling at the Nioc target at the company’s Sombrero copper-gold project in Peru: “The Nioc target area continues to deliver outstanding surface results, with strong copper grades and widths that align closely with our mapping and geophysical data. Sombrero hosts multiple large-scale copper skarn and porphyry targets, and our two key advanced targets, Fierrazo and Nioc, are distinguished by impressive historical drilling and exciting new surface results.” Sponsor: https://coppernicometals.com/ TSX:COPR; OTCQB: CPPMF; FSE: 9I3 Press release discussed: https://coppernicometals.com/coppernico-defines-155-m-of-continuous-copper-mineralization-averaging-0-54-at-sombreros-nioc-target/ Sign up for our free newsletter and receive interview transcripts, stock profiles and investment ideas: http://eepurl.com/cHxJ39 Sponsor Coppernico Metals pays MSE a United States dollar s

In this episode of Mining Stock Education, host Bill Powers discusses the strategic merger of Contango Ore and Dolly Varden Silver Corp. with their CEOs, Rick Van Nieuwenhuyse and Shawn Khunkhun. The executives explain their vision for creating a high-growth, mid-tier precious metals producer in North America. They highlight the geographical synergies, high-grade projects, and complementary skill sets that make the merger attractive to investors. Both companies aim to leverage their combined resources to establish a robust 20-year business plan centered around a hub-and-spoke model for gold and silver production. With strong support from shareholders, the merger is expected to be finalized in March, positioning the new entity to compete with producers like Hecla Mining. 00:00 Introduction 00:58 Meet the Executives: 01:34 Strategic Merger Insights 06:35 Synergies and Future Plans 12:44 Feedback from Shareholders 19:19 Production and Financial Projections 31:04 Closing Remarks and Investor Advice Learn more

In this episode of Mining Stock Education, host Bill Powers and co-host Brian Leni reflect on their learnings and investment strategies from the past year, offering valuable insights for junior mining investors. The discussion centers around the importance of having key partners, recognizing and responding to management's reactions to questions, understanding the psychology behind conmen, and the significance of maintaining contentment and not getting too greedy. Both Bill and Brian emphasize careful due diligence, reading official filings, and being wary of macro narratives overshadowing micro company fundamentals. They also highlight the importance of seizing profits at the right times and the pitfalls of over-investing in too many companies. Practical advice and personal anecdotes make this episode a must-listen for those looking to improve their investment approach in the junior mining sector. 00:00 Introduction and Yearly Reflection 00:44 The Importance of Key Partners in Investing 02:31 Evaluating Inve

Kenorland Minerals CEO Zach Flood comments: “The maiden mineral resource estimate (2.55 Moz Gold @ 5.47 g/t) of the Regnault gold deposit firmly underpins the value of Kenorland and our 4% NSR royalty. Achieved in under five years from grassroots discovery, at a low discovery cost of roughly $20 per ounce, Regnault has emerged as a high-grade, multi-million-ounce gold deposit that remains wide open for expansion. Discoveries of this magnitude are rare and given the relatively modest amount of drilling completed to date, substantial upside potential remains. We’re immensely proud to have reached this milestone in close collaboration with our partners at Sumitomo and look forward to their continued leadership of the Project moving forward. The Frotet Royalty now stands as one of the highest-quality royalty assets in the junior sector and will continue to be a clear driver of long-term value for Kenorland shareholders.” Kenorland looks to identify gaps in exploration maturity within prospective districts based