

Money of Mine
Mineral Media
Where mining meets equity markets, and noise gets cut to signal. We unpack the stories moving commodities, companies, and capital without the fluff. Featuring candid conversations with fund managers, executives, and commodity specialists. Hosted by Travis Ricciardo and Jonas Dorling.
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Nov 18, 2025 • 1h 7min
No Spin, Just Tin. Brett Smith on MetalsX and Every Tin Project
Brett Smith, Executive Director of Metals X, joins for a candid discussion about the tin industry and the company's strategic turnaround. He reveals how Metals X slimmed down operations and shifted focus to its core asset, Renison. Brett dives into global tin supply dynamics, analyzing pressures from countries like Myanmar and Indonesia. He also shares insights on his M&A strategy, evaluating potential projects and partnerships. With a clear vision for growing production and addressing market misconceptions, his insights illuminate the future of tin.

Nov 14, 2025 • 1h 24min
The Current Commodity Supercycle (Paulo Macro)
Today’s episode is a wide-ranging conversation with Paulo Macro. Paulo’s been sharing some fantastic and thought-out views on many commodities, as well as his all-encompassing that we’re in a new supercycle. He details and expands upon these ideas, while we quiz him on copper, uranium and energy, where he shines a light on the key features to watch out for as markets grind or burst higher. Stocks covered: SFR, FCX.NY, HBM.TO, IVN.TO, FM.TO, CSC, TGB.NY, ALDE.C, CCJ.NY, URA.NY, UEC.NY, NXG, U.U, YCA.L, VAL.NY, SDRL.NY Follow Paulo's substack here: https://substack.com/@paulomacroThis was recorded on 13.11.2025. …………… TIMESTAMPS (00:00) — Episode introduction & global economy unsynchronization(00:40) — Supercycle and China bull market discussion(02:30) — China's demand and commodity cycles(04:10) — Rise of commodities as an asset class(06:10) — Supply constraints and commodity price appreciation(09:10) — Commodity price spikes: gas, nickel, oil, uranium, copper(12:20) — Active vs. passive investing in commodities(14:30) — Copper supply story and price ranges(19:30) — Asia vs. West economic cycles & metals demand(21:30) — Mining M&A and cycle phases(30:40) — Copper mine disasters and market impact(40:00) — Uranium market and NextGen discussion(50:30) — Uranium market strategies, Cameco, and NextGen(1:00:00) — US uranium policy, strategic reserve, and market speculation(1:06:00) — Oil market: 2026 outlook, OPEC, and global supply(1:16:00) — Oil equities, hedging, and US production(1:22:00) — Episode wrap-up & final thoughts(1:23:50) — Sponsors, credits, and closing remarks…………… Join 15k+ subscribers to the Director’s Special: one daily email with all the news that matters in mining …………… PARTNERS Thank you to the mining services businesses that make this content possible: Sandvik Ground Support – The only ground support you’ll ever need Focus by Marketech – All your mining news and market needs in one powerful platform | 10-day free trial …………… FOLLOW & CONNECT • YouTube: @MoneyofMine • Twitter / X: @moneyofminepod • LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook • Travis Ricciardo: @TRAVmoneyofmine • Jonas Dorling: @JDmoneyofmine • Email us Word on the Decline: gc@moneyofmine.com …………… JOIN THE GROUP CHAT Note: the Messenger group chat has been sunset by Facebook. We have migrated to a Discord server• Join the Money of Mine Discord Server …………… DISCLAIMER All information in this podcast is for education and entertainment purposes only and is of general nature only. Please ensure you read our full disclaimer.

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Nov 12, 2025 • 52min
The Lundin Legacy (Adam & Jack Lundin)
Jack and Adam Lundin, members of the influential Lundin family, share their insights on sustainable mining investments. They discuss the significance of the Vicuña joint venture and the success of Lundin Gold in Ecuador. Jack reveals lessons learned from building Fruta del Norte and collaborating with Chinese miners, emphasizing their speed and thorough due diligence. They also highlight the importance of long-term planning and nurturing an all-star team for future generations while navigating capital structures and avoiding bureaucratic hurdles.

Nov 7, 2025 • 1h 4min
Mick McMullen on Deals, Discipline and Activism
Mick McMullen is a seasoned mining executive and activist investor with a rich history of orchestrating over $10 billion in transactions. In this discussion, he reveals the secrets behind successful mergers and the intricacies of shareholder activism. Mick shares insights on navigating capital structures and the reasons some deals fizzle out. He delves into the challenges of developing assets and the art of quick turnarounds. Plus, he critiques recent high-profile acquisitions in the industry, offering a seasoned perspective on market dynamics.

Nov 5, 2025 • 1h 2min
What Gold’s Past Tells Us About Its Future
Sean Russo, a gold-market analyst and mining historian, shares his deep insights into the gold cycle and market dynamics. He delves into how historical trends inform present strategies and discusses critical ratios that signal current market shifts. Russo reveals the dual influence of a declining dollar and gold’s performance relative to equities, while also addressing why some investors, despite their aversion to gold, ultimately end up buying it. Plus, he explores Asia's unique relationship with gold as a financial safeguard.

Oct 31, 2025 • 1h 9min
Smart Money is Buying-the-Dip in Copper and Gold
Dave Franklyn, a portfolio manager at the Argonaut Natural Resources Fund, discusses key macro trends in commodities. He explains the urgency created by the recent US government nuclear deal and dives into the volatility of gold, driven by ETF flows and central bank activities. Dave also highlights bullish trends in copper, considering demand and supply risks, while assessing various companies' strategies, from Develop's ramp-up potential to Boss Energy's challenges. Listeners gain valuable insights and investor tips amidst this lively conversation.

Oct 28, 2025 • 2h 14min
The Playbook Behind Evolution’s $20B Gold Success
This is the story of how Evolution Mining rose from a junior with a busted project to be one of Australia’s best business success stories, all in under 15 years. We trace the journey back to the Sino Gold days, uncovering how Jake Klein and his team built China’s largest foreign gold miner, then sold it all and started again. From the deals that defined Evolution to the close calls along the way, we unpack how one of the country’s great mining stories came together. …………… TIMESTAMPS (00:00) Introduction (03:41) The China Years – Jake Klein and Nick Curtis (07:30) Sino Gold – Building a Chinese Gold Miner (14:19) Conquest Mining – The Foundation (31:44) The Creation of Evolution Mining – 2011 Merger (37:47) Buying Mungari from La Mancha(48:05) Cowal Acquisition from Barrick (1:06:56) Initial "economic interest" in Ernest Henry (1:31:00) Red Lake Acquisition (1:35:27) Consolidating Ernest Henry (1:38:55) Northparkes (1:41:22) Evolution’s Deal-Making Philosophy (2:02:07) Reflections and Future Outlook …………… Join 14k+ subscribers to the Director’s Special: one daily email with all the news that matters in mining …………… PARTNERS Thank you to the mining services businesses that make this content possible: Sandvik Ground Support – The only ground support you’ll ever need Focus by Marketech – All your mining news and market needs in one powerful platform | 10-day free trial …………… FOLLOW & CONNECT • YouTube: @MoneyofMine • Twitter / X: @moneyofminepod • LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook • Travis Ricciardo: @TRAVmoneyofmine • Jonas Dorling: @JDmoneyofmine • Email us Word on the Decline: gc@moneyofmine.com …………… JOIN THE GROUP CHAT Note: the Messenger group chat has been sunset by Facebook. We have migrated to a Discord server• Join the Money of Mine Discord Server …………… DISCLAIMER All information in this podcast is for education and entertainment purposes only and is of general nature only. Please ensure you read our full disclaimer.

Oct 24, 2025 • 1h 29min
From Royalties to Real Assets: Smallwood, Awram, and Jay Martin
In today’s episode, we’re sharing highlights from 3 great conversations we recorded on air at IMARC. Our guests are David Awram, co-founder of the recently acquired Sandstorm Royalties, Randy Smallwood, CEO of the US$45B Wheaton Precious Metals, and Jay Martin, host of the fantastic Jay Martin show. Across the conversations we covered a plethora of topics, including what the best business model in mining is, how to build a great royalty business, why silver is outperforming, commodities that are undervalued and what the big trends investors need to focus on, just to mention a few.This was recorded on 22 October 2025. Find out more about Jay Martin’s Vancouver Resource Investment Conference here. …………… TIMESTAMPS …………… Join 14k+ subscribers to the Director’s Special: one daily email with all the news that matters in mining …………… PARTNERS Thank you to the mining services businesses that make this content possible: Sandvik Ground Support – The only ground support you’ll ever need Focus by Marketech – All your mining news and market needs in one powerful platform | 10-day free trial IMARC 2025 – Sydney, October 21st to 23rd. Get your tickets– investors go free …………… FOLLOW & CONNECT • YouTube: @MoneyofMine • Twitter / X: @moneyofminepod • LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook • Travis Ricciardo: @TRAVmoneyofmine • Jonas Dorling: @JDmoneyofmine • Email us Word on the Decline: gc@moneyofmine.com …………… JOIN THE GROUP CHAT Note: the Messenger group chat has been sunset by Facebook. We have migrated to a Discord server• Join the Money of Mine Discord Server …………… DISCLAIMER All information in this podcast is for education and entertainment purposes only and is of general nature only. Please ensure you read our full disclaimer.

Oct 21, 2025 • 34min
Jeff Phillips: 2 Details That Make or Break a Mining Bet
In today’s episode we’re sharing our discussion with resource investor Jeff Phillips. Jeff has near on 30 years’ experience speculating in the natural resource business, and along the way he’s crafted a simple and effective approach. It all comes down to people and share structure. In our conversation we explore why backing the right people, who often have a track record of success, and are aligned with you, as well as ensuring the company structure is right, is his method of unlocking value. …………… TIMESTAMPS (00:00) – Opening Take: Jeff’s most controversial view — why stocks should have a one-year hold period.(03:50) – Australia vs. North America: How quickly insiders can sell and what it means for market discipline.(04:30) – Jeff’s Investing Framework: Patience, conviction, and holding positions for 2–3 years at a time.(10:10) – Alignment & Incentives: How Jeff analyzes options, performance rights, and insider ownership.(13:20) – The People Factor: Why management quality drives bull markets — and how euphoria fades fast.(16:50) – Position Building: How Jeff spreads bets across his 12 core names in different commodities.(21:20) – Corporate Outcomes: Selling vs. growing — how Jeff thinks about exits and company maturity.(27:40) – The Playbook: Jeff’s investing model from the 1990s bull run through to today’s cycle.(29:00) – The Oil & Gas Story: How one major energy play shaped his investing philosophy.(32:20) – Final Thoughts: Lessons on discipline, psychology, and long-term conviction.(33:10) – Outro & Sponsors: Partner shout-outs and disclaimers.…………… Join 14k+ subscribers to the Director’s Special: one daily email with all the news that matters in mining …………… PARTNERS Thank you to the mining services businesses that make this content possible: Sandvik Ground Support – The only ground support you’ll ever need Focus by Marketech – All your mining news and market needs in one powerful platform | 10-day free trial IMARC 2025 – Sydney, October 21st to 23rd. Get your tickets– investors go free …………… FOLLOW & CONNECT • YouTube: @MoneyofMine • Twitter / X: @moneyofminepod • LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook • Travis Ricciardo: @TRAVmoneyofmine • Jonas Dorling: @JDmoneyofmine • Email us Word on the Decline: gc@moneyofmine.com …………… JOIN THE GROUP CHAT Note: the Messenger group chat has been sunset by Facebook. We have migrated to a Discord server• Join the Money of Mine Discord Server …………… DISCLAIMER All information in this podcast is for education and entertainment purposes only and is of general nature only. Please ensure you read our full disclaimer.

Oct 17, 2025 • 1h 9min
The Dollar Cracks. Ferg’s Back. Why Hard Assets Win.
Ferg Cullen (aka Trader Ferg) joins us for a wide-angle look at the market’s many dynamics front of mind this week. We unpack BHP’s quiet shift to RMB settlement, the end of dollar dominance, and what it means for commodities. From platinum and uranium to oil and tin, we dive into the real assets leading this cycle, the mania across uranium ETFs, and why energy services might be the next big trade.Ferg shares why he’s still bullish on physical assets like gold, silver, platinum, and tin, even as market FOMO and speculative fever run rampant.If you want honest, nuanced insights on commodities, currency, and the future of real assets, this episode is for you.Companies mentioned:BHP, VALE, FMG, RIO, ZIM, SPD, THS.L, IMP.J, SBSW, VALT.L, MMI, CAY, BML, S32, UEC, UUUU, LEU, URA, GMKN.ME, NVDA, BP.L, SHEL.L Follow Trader Ferg on Substack hereRecorded on October 15, 2025. …………… TIMESTAMPS (00:00) - Introduction(03:04) - Market FOMO and Portfolios(06:07) - BHP’s China Settlement(10:51) - Asian Growth and Currency Implications(17:21) - Power Dynamics Between Miners and China(27:01) - Australian Energy Market Opportunities(32:24) - Physical Commodities(43:24) - Silver(48:15) - Energy Sector Investment Opportunities(54:09) - Oil Services and Offshore Drilling(58:09) - European Energy Services Companies(1:02:00) - Tin Market(1:08:00) - Closing Remarks and Disclaimers…………… Join 14k+ subscribers to the Director’s Special: one daily email with all the news that matters in mining …………… PARTNERS Thank you to the mining services businesses that make this content possible: Sandvik Ground Support – The only ground support you’ll ever need Focus by Marketech – All your mining news and market needs in one powerful platform | 10-day free trial IMARC 2025 – Sydney, October 21st to 23rd. Get your tickets– investors go free …………… FOLLOW & CONNECT • YouTube: @MoneyofMine • Twitter / X: @moneyofminepod • LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook • Travis Ricciardo: @TRAVmoneyofmine • Jonas Dorling: @JDmoneyofmine • Email us Word on the Decline: gc@moneyofmine.com …………… JOIN THE GROUP CHAT Note: the Messenger group chat has been sunset by Facebook. We have migrated to a Discord server• Join the Money of Mine Discord Server …………… DISCLAIMER All information in this podcast is for education and entertainment purposes only and is of general nature only. Please ensure you read our full disclaimer.


