The Northern Miner Podcast
The Northern Miner
The original global mining podcast. With over 100 years of experience serving the mining and exploration industry, crucial reports by The Northern Miner writing staff inform the decision-making process of thousands of high-performing mining professionals.
As an independent, fully paid news source, The Northern Miner maintains a commitment to objective reporting not influenced by any external interests.
As an independent, fully paid news source, The Northern Miner maintains a commitment to objective reporting not influenced by any external interests.
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Feb 25, 2025 • 1h 4min
Inside Quebec's natural resource strategy, ft Jocelyn Douheret and Jonathan Lafontaine
This week’s episode features Jocelyn Douheret, Director of Mining Policies, and Jonathan Lafontaine, Strategic Advisor, both from Quebec’s Ministry of Natural Resources and Forests. They explore Quebec’s strategic approach to natural resource development since 2019, highlighting the province’s proactive efforts in advancing critical and strategic minerals. They also discuss Quebec’s emphasis on mineral processing and recycling as key steps toward building a secure and independent supply chain.
In this week’s Spotlight, Seequent CEO Graham Grant shares insights into the company’s latest software—an innovative operating system designed for mining companies to streamline operations and enhance efficiency. To learn more, visit: https://www.seequent.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

Feb 16, 2025 • 1h 20min
Fasken’s Clifford Sosnow on tariffs, metals and US-Canada trade
In this week’s episode, Clifford Sosnow, partner at Fasken, explores the impact of tariffs on trade between Canada and the United States. He analyzes the impact of 25% tariffs on steel, aluminum, and their downstream derivatives, noting the potential for major disruptions in both economies, particularly in the automobile sector. Sosnow emphasizes that the effects will have lasting consequences and discusses the potential for diversifying trade relationships with Europe and Southeast Asia. He also highlights Canada's strategic leverage through its production of critical metals, positioning the country for greater influence on the global stage.
All this and more with host Adrian Pocobelli.
This week's Spotlight features Eminent Gold CEO Paul Sun, who discusses the company's three gold projects in Nevada. To learn more, visit: https://eminentgoldcorp.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

Feb 9, 2025 • 1h 18min
Henry Lazenby on Mining Indaba and the renewed enthusiasm for mining
This week’s episode features Northern Miner Western Editor Henry Lazenby, who shares insights from the 2025 Mining Indaba conference in Cape Town. Lazenby discusses the optimistic outlook for mining and how African nations are pushing for greater local beneficiation of metals to drive economic development.
Plus, in this week’s Spotlight segment, Neil Alberts, General Manager of BME Mining Canada, explores the company’s cutting-edge blasting and metallurgical technology. To learn more, visit: https://bme.co.za/
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

Feb 4, 2025 • 1h 23min
Aris Mining CEO Neil Woodyer on founding mining companies, supporting artisanal mining in Colombia
This week’s podcast features Aris Mining CEO Neil Woodyer, who shares his journey as a founder of three mining companies, his collaboration with Frank Giustra, and his latest work in Colombia with Aris Mining. He also highlights the vital role of artisanal mining in the company’s operations and discusses how Aris Mining partners with local miners to support and strengthen the community.
All this and more with host Adrian Pocobelli.
This week’s Spotlight features strategic advisor for the ministry of natural resources and forests for the Government of Quebec Jonathan Lafontaine, who discusses provincial initiatives to promote metal and mining waste recycling to improve and strengthen North America’s supply chain.
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

Jan 28, 2025 • 1h 11min
PDAC director of policy Jeff Killeen on mining in Canada
This week’s podcast features Jeff Killeen, Director of Policy & Programs at PDAC, in conversation with host Adrian Pocobelli. They dive into the upcoming PDAC conference in Toronto and explore key mining policy issues in Canada. Killeen sheds light on some of the major topics impacting the Canadian mining sector, including the challenges posed by the Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT) and the upcoming expiration of the Mineral Exploration Tax Credit (METC) in March. He also offers insights into potential solutions aimed at streamlining mineral production and processing across the country.
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

Jan 19, 2025 • 1h 14min
Greatest political and economic uncertainty since World War II, ft Jeffrey Christian
In this week’s episode, Jeffrey Christian, Managing Partner at CPM Group, delves into key macroeconomic factors influencing gold prices. He explores the impact of rising bond yields, a strengthening dollar, and the broader environment of heightened uncertainty. Additionally, Christian addresses the growing trend of resource nationalism worldwide, and why 2025 is likely to see a more ‘hostile economic environment’.
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

Jan 14, 2025 • 1h 18min
AME Roundup 2025 preview and BC mining update with president and CEO Keerit Jutla
This week's episode features Keerit Jutla, President and CEO of the Association for Mineral Exploration, who offers an exclusive preview of the upcoming AME Roundup conference in Vancouver, happening from January 20-23, 2025. Jutla highlights key themes of the conference, including supply chain security and the major keynote speakers. He also provides insights into recent developments in British Columbia’s mining sector, including updates on the Mineral Tenure Act and ongoing efforts to expedite the province’s permitting process, which has faced significant delays.
All this and more with host Adrian Pocobelli.
This week’s Spotlight features Chris Frostad, CEO of Purepoint Uranium, who shares insights into the company’s uranium projects in northern Saskatchewan. He also discusses key joint ventures with industry leaders IsoEnergy, Cameco, and Orano. To learn more, visit: https://purepoint.ca/
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

Jan 7, 2025 • 1h 10min
Cam Currie on gold stocks, BRICS and the Dollar
In this week’s episode, Cam Currie, Senior Investment Advisor at Canaccord Genuity and founder of Currie Metals and Mining Group, joins Adrian Pocobelli to analyze the performance of gold stocks in 2024 and share his outlook for 2025. Currie dives into the dynamics of investing in metals versus gold equities, the influence of interest rates on the U.S. Dollar, and why BRICS remains a powerful force in the ongoing trend of de-dollarization.
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

Jan 1, 2025 • 1h 11min
Rick Rule on investment strategy and opportunities in nickel, lithium and PGMs
This week’s episode features a conversation between Rick Rule and host Adrian Pocobelli, recorded at the International Mining Symposium in London on December 1-2, 2024. During the opening investor breakfast, Rule shared his perspective on why he prefers investing in the resource sector over the S&P 500. He also emphasized the significance of understanding investor psychology in navigating the cyclical nature of mining markets. Additionally, Rule highlighted his interest in undervalued metals stocks, particularly in the nickel, lithium, and PGM sectors.
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

Dec 23, 2024 • 1h 9min
Iamgold CEO Renaud Adams on the company’s landmark year
In this week’s episode, Renaud Adams, CEO of Iamgold, shares insights into why the company has become a standout favorite among investors in 2024. He delves into the role of trust in building Iamgold’s success, reflects on key decisions such as the strategic divestment of assets, and offers a glimpse into his remarkable career journey, rising through the ranks of the mining industry.
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


