Oskar Lewnowski, Founder and CEO of Orion Resource Partners, discusses his journey from banking to founding one of the largest mining private equity firms. He offers insights into innovative investment strategies in a volatile market and emphasizes the importance of structured financing in mining projects. The conversation touches on the competitive landscape with Chinese enterprises, the need for skilled labor in North America, and the critical role of metals in the transition to decarbonization. Lewnowski also highlights the vital connection between sustainability and financial innovation in mining.

Edward Fishman, a Columbia University Professor and sanctions expert, dives into economic warfare and the effectiveness of U.S. sanctions post-Ukraine invasion. He emphasizes the emerging alternatives to dollar dominance, highlighting the crucial future of digital currencies. Oskar Lewnowski, CEO of Orion Resource Partners, discusses recent copper tariff proposals and their impact on global supply chains, while stressing the importance of domestic copper processing for national security amidst rising geopolitical tensions.

In this engaging discussion, guests include Alexander Vindman, a retired U.S. Army Lt. Colonel and expert on U.S.-Russia relations, and Edward Fishman, a Columbia professor specializing in sanctions. They dive into the complexities of U.S.-Russia dynamics and the impact of economic warfare amid the Ukraine conflict. Doug McMillan, CEO of Walmart, shares insights on retail's digital evolution, while Amanda Moll reveals the booming med spa industry. The conversation also touches on legal battles surrounding Elon Musk's data access and advancements in autonomous vehicle technology.