The Northern Miner Podcast

This week’s episode features Gerard Barron, executive chairman and CEO of The Metals Company, in conversation with host Adrian Pocobelli on the controversial topic of deep-sea mining. Barron outlines why he believes extracting metals from the ocean floor presents a more sustainable alternative to land-based mining—especially for critical base metals like nickel. He also addresses the environmental concerns surrounding deep-sea operations and explains how his company navigates regulatory uncertainty, including how U.S. standards can be applied even as the International Seabed Authority continues to shape its framework. All this and more with host Adrian Pocobelli. This week’s Spotlight features Dan Wilton, CEO of First Mining Gold, discussing the company’s flagship Springpole and Duparquet gold projects in Canada. Wilton shares insights into their development plans, resource potential, and what sets these assets apart in today’s gold market. Learn more at: https://firstmininggold.com Music Credits “Rattlesnake Railroad”, “Big Western Sky”, “Western Adventure” and “Battle on the Western Frontier” by Brett Van Donsel (⁠www.incompetech.com⁠). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License ⁠creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0⁠ Apple Podcasts:⁠ https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-northern-miner-podcast/id1099281201⁠ Spotify:⁠ https://open.spotify.com/show/78lyjMTRlRwZxQwz2fwQ4K⁠ YouTube:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@NorthernMiner⁠ Soundcloud:⁠ https://soundcloud.com/northern-miner

This week’s episode features Jeffrey Christian, managing partner at CPM Group, in conversation with host Adrian Pocobelli about the dynamics of the precious metals market. Christian offers insights into the growing influence of Shanghai and Mumbai on global gold pricing and explains how the gold price is actually determined. He also explains how tariff announcements by former President Donald Trump may have contributed to a shift away from U.S. Treasuries and toward gold, among other assets. In addition, Christian shares his outlook on the silver market, predicting record highs on an annual basis over the next two years. This week’s Spotlight segment features Chris Doornbos, president and CEO of E3 Lithium. Doornbos discusses the company’s plans to develop lithium brine extraction and processing facilities in Alberta, which he hopes will play a significant role in meeting Canada’s growing lithium demand. To learn more, visit: https://www.e3lithium.ca/ All this and more with host Adrian Pocobelli. Music Credits “Rattlesnake Railroad”, “Big Western Sky”, “Western Adventure” and “Battle on the Western Frontier” by Brett Van Donsel (⁠www.incompetech.com⁠). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License ⁠creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0⁠ Apple Podcasts:⁠ https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-northern-miner-podcast/id1099281201⁠ Spotify:⁠ https://open.spotify.com/show/78lyjMTRlRwZxQwz2fwQ4K⁠ YouTube:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@NorthernMiner⁠ Soundcloud:⁠ https://soundcloud.com/northern-miner

This week’s episode features Youcef Larbi, General Director and Chief Geologist at the Cree Mineral Exploration Board (CMEB), in conversation with host Adrian Pocobelli. Larbi discusses the genesis of the organization and its role in advancing natural resource development in Quebec. He highlights how the Board serves an educational function—bridging mining companies and local Indigenous communities to foster greater mutual understanding. This week’s Spotlight features Syntax’s Nick Cecil, Solutions Architect, and Steve Hussenet, Industry Principal, Global Mining, who discuss how mining companies can benefit from the company’s enterprise cloud solutions for SAP software. To learn more, visit: https://www.syntax.com/ All this and more with host Adrian Pocobelli. Music Credits “Rattlesnake Railroad”, “Big Western Sky”, “Western Adventure” and “Battle on the Western Frontier” by Brett Van Donsel (⁠www.incompetech.com⁠). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License ⁠creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0⁠ Apple Podcasts:⁠ https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-northern-miner-podcast/id1099281201⁠ Spotify:⁠ https://open.spotify.com/show/78lyjMTRlRwZxQwz2fwQ4K⁠ YouTube:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@NorthernMiner⁠ Soundcloud:⁠ https://soundcloud.com/northern-miner

This week’s episode features Northern Miner Western Editor Henry Lazenby in conversation with host Adrian Pocobelli, sharing insights from his recent site visit to Fortuna Mining’s Lindero operation in Argentina. Lazenby details the remote location of the mine, the harsh, arid conditions, and the challenges posed by the high-altitude environment, including low oxygen levels. He also explores the broader concerns facing miners in Argentina and provides an update on the progress at the Lindero mine. This week’s Spotlight features Razor Labs cofounder and CTO Michael Zolotov on the company’s AI Sensor Fusion technology provides real-time predictive maintenance with its flagship product, DataMind AI. To learn more, visit: https://www.razor-labs.com/  All this and more with host Adrian Pocobelli. Music Credits “Rattlesnake Railroad”, “Big Western Sky”, “Western Adventure” and “Battle on the Western Frontier” by Brett Van Donsel (⁠www.incompetech.com⁠). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License ⁠creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0⁠ Apple Podcasts:⁠ https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-northern-miner-podcast/id1099281201⁠ Spotify:⁠ https://open.spotify.com/show/78lyjMTRlRwZxQwz2fwQ4K⁠ YouTube:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@NorthernMiner⁠ Soundcloud:⁠ https://soundcloud.com/northern-miner

This week’s episode features William Sheriff, founder and executive chairman of enCore Energy, in conversation with host Adrian Pocobelli. Sheriff shares his insights on the current state of the uranium industry in the United States, highlighting how supply constraints and lengthy permitting processes are setting the stage for a looming uranium shortage. He also explores the growing role of small modular reactors (SMRs) and the rising demand for nuclear power driven by the rapid expansion of AI technology. All this and more with host Adrian Pocobelli. This week’s Spotlight features Candace MacGibbon, former CEO of INV Metals and incoming president of CIM, discussing the organization’s upcoming CIM Connect conference in Montreal, taking place May 4–7, 2025. For more information, visit: https://convention.cim.org/ Music Credits “Rattlesnake Railroad”, “Big Western Sky”, “Western Adventure” and “Battle on the Western Frontier” by Brett Van Donsel (⁠www.incompetech.com⁠). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License ⁠creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0⁠ Apple Podcasts:⁠ https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-northern-miner-podcast/id1099281201⁠ Spotify:⁠ https://open.spotify.com/show/78lyjMTRlRwZxQwz2fwQ4K⁠ YouTube:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@NorthernMiner⁠ Soundcloud:⁠ https://soundcloud.com/northern-miner

This week’s episode features MINING.COM Editor-at-Large Frik Els in conversation with host Adrian Pocobelli, diving into the latest developments at First Quantum Minerals’ Cobre Panama mine. Els shares insights from his recent visit to the site, where he spoke with local residents, employees, and company officials. He unpacks the complex social, political, and economic forces at play that may be paving the way for the mine’s reopening. Els also explores the improving diplomatic ties between Panama and the United States—particularly concerning the Panama Canal—and how the Cobre Panama project could factor into broader bilateral discussions. All this and more with host Adrian Pocobelli. This week’s Spotlight features Olympio Metals General Manager Sean Delaney, who discusses the company’s Dufay Copper-Gold Project and Bousquet Gold Project in Eastern Canada. To learn more, visit: https://olympiometals.com.au/ Music Credits “Rattlesnake Railroad”, “Big Western Sky”, “Western Adventure” and “Battle on the Western Frontier” by Brett Van Donsel (⁠www.incompetech.com⁠). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License ⁠creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0⁠ Apple Podcasts:⁠ https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-northern-miner-podcast/id1099281201⁠ Spotify:⁠ https://open.spotify.com/show/78lyjMTRlRwZxQwz2fwQ4K⁠ YouTube:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@NorthernMiner⁠ Soundcloud:⁠ https://soundcloud.com/northern-miner

This week’s episode features Bill Hightower, Vice President of US Corporate Affairs at Ferroglobe USA, in conversation with host Adrian Pocobelli about the vital role of silicon in U.S. manufacturing. Hightower explains how this versatile element underpins everything from steel production to microchip fabrication, highlighting its widespread presence in daily life. He also delves into the geopolitical significance of securing a reliable domestic supply of silicon—and shares why he believes tariffs are a necessary measure to support and protect the industry. In this week’s Spotlight, Munich Mining Conference organizer and Aktien Experte newsletter founder Michael Tuerk, who discusses what to expect at this year’s conference and his favorite sectors and stocks that he’s covering in his newsletter. To learn more, visit: ⁠https://www.munich-mining-conference.com/⁠ and ⁠https://www.aktienexperte.de/⁠  All this and more with host Adrian Pocobelli. Music Credits “Rattlesnake Railroad”, “Big Western Sky”, “Western Adventure” and “Battle on the Western Frontier” by Brett Van Donsel (⁠⁠www.incompetech.com⁠⁠). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License ⁠⁠creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0⁠⁠ Apple Podcasts:⁠⁠ https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-northern-miner-podcast/id1099281201⁠⁠ Spotify:⁠⁠ https://open.spotify.com/show/78lyjMTRlRwZxQwz2fwQ4K⁠⁠ YouTube:⁠⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@NorthernMiner⁠⁠ Soundcloud:⁠⁠ https://soundcloud.com/northern-miner⁠

This week’s episode features Canaccord Genuity senior investment advisor Cam Currie in conversation with host Adrian Pocobelli on the outlook for gold stocks. Currie shares his insights on gold and gold equities within the broader macroeconomic landscape and highlights where he sees the most value in the sector. He also offers his perspectives on streaming and royalty companies, as well as opportunities in copper and silver stocks. In this week’s Spotlight, Oroco Resource president Ian Graham discusses the company’s Santa Tomas copper project in Mexico. To learn more, visit: https://orocoresourcecorp.com/ All this and more with host Adrian Pocobelli. Music Credits “Rattlesnake Railroad”, “Big Western Sky”, “Western Adventure” and “Battle on the Western Frontier” by Brett Van Donsel (⁠www.incompetech.com⁠). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License ⁠creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0⁠ Apple Podcasts:⁠ https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-northern-miner-podcast/id1099281201⁠ Spotify:⁠ https://open.spotify.com/show/78lyjMTRlRwZxQwz2fwQ4K⁠ YouTube:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@NorthernMiner⁠ Soundcloud:⁠ https://soundcloud.com/northern-miner

This week's episode features Almonty’s founder, president, and CEO, Lewis Black, in conversation with host Adrian Pocobelli about the tungsten market. Black delves into tungsten’s critical applications and how China's low-cost production has left the West vulnerable from a supply standpoint. He also shares insights into Almonty’s history, the growing concerns of manufacturers over securing reliable tungsten supplies, and the company’s efforts to strengthen global supply chains. This week's Spotlight feature Asian Battery Metals General Manager Gan-Ochir Zunduisuren on the company's critical minerals projects in Mongolia. To learn more, visit: https://asianbatterymetals.com/ All this and more with host Adrian Pocobelli. Music Credits “Rattlesnake Railroad”, “Big Western Sky”, “Western Adventure” and “Battle on the Western Frontier” by Brett Van Donsel (⁠www.incompetech.com⁠). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License ⁠creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0⁠ Apple Podcasts:⁠ https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-northern-miner-podcast/id1099281201⁠ Spotify:⁠ https://open.spotify.com/show/78lyjMTRlRwZxQwz2fwQ4K⁠ YouTube:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@NorthernMiner⁠ Soundcloud:⁠ https://soundcloud.com/northern-miner

This week’s episode features Ontario Mining Association President Priya Tandon in conversation with host Adrian Pocobelli, exploring the potential impact of tariffs on Ontario’s mining industry. Tandon explains how mineral trade between Ontario and the U.S. remains relatively balanced but notes that tariffs are adding uncertainty to the sector. She also highlights the challenges of attracting new talent to the mining industry as the workforce continues to age. In this week’s Spotlight, Aurania Resources President and Chairman Keith Barron discusses the company’s exploration projects in Ecuador, France, and Corsica. To learn more, visit: ⁠https://www.aurania.com⁠ All this and more with host Adrian Pocobelli. Music Credits “Rattlesnake Railroad”, “Big Western Sky”, “Western Adventure” and “Battle on the Western Frontier” by Brett Van Donsel (⁠⁠www.incompetech.com⁠⁠). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License ⁠⁠creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0⁠⁠ Apple Podcasts:⁠⁠ https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-northern-miner-podcast/id1099281201⁠⁠ Spotify:⁠⁠ https://open.spotify.com/show/78lyjMTRlRwZxQwz2fwQ4K⁠⁠ YouTube:⁠⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@NorthernMiner⁠⁠ Soundcloud:⁠⁠ https://soundcloud.com/northern-miner⁠