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Rock Stock Channel™ is a vibrant and engaging look at the mining and chemical industry supplying the lithium-ion battery-fuelled disruption of the Transportation and Utility industries.
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Dec 10, 2024 • 25min
Lithium Bull v Bear Debate at Benchmark Week Los Angeles
CHAPTERS 📖
(00:00) Introduction and Market Overview
(01:24) Optimism in the EV Industry
(02:05) Debating Lithium Cost and Supply Chains
(03:04) The Role of U.S. Policy in EV Growth
(04:32) Short-Term vs. Long-Term Lithium Investment Strategies
(06:49) Challenges in Long-Term Supply Models
(08:02) Debating the Feasibility of Direct Lithium Extraction (DLE)
(09:37) Global Trade, Policy, and Supply Chain Integration
(10:49) Impact of New Supply on Lithium Pricing
(12:22) Lithium's Cyclical Market Trends
(13:25) Tesla’s Influence on Lithium Processing and Supply
(15:05) China's Role in the Lithium Market
(17:13) Electric Vehicle Adoption and Market Growth
(18:32) Barriers to EV Adoption in Cold Climates
(20:01) Market Sentiment and Future Lithium Prices
(21:39) Long-Term Investment Opportunities in Lithium
(23:31) Keeping Lithium Investments Simple
(24:12) Regional Advantages in Spodumene Mining
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Links 🌍
RK Equity Website: https://rkequity.com/
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/rockstockchannel
Podcast:
Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lithium-ion-rocks/id1457969172
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0KiMIZOPaDg8ENfPJMSINq?si=a4ca356c45394648
X (Twitter):
Howard: https://twitter.com/LithiumIonBull
Rodney: https://twitter.com/RodneyHooper13
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DISCLAIMER
NOT INVESTMENT ADVICE. DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH
Rodney and Howard are not financial advisors nor broker-dealers, this video is for information purposes only and should not be considered investment or financial advice. Please do your own independent research and read the disclaimer at the end of the video or on RK Equity’s website https://www.rkequity.com
Intro and outro audio credit: Jamie Klein

Dec 5, 2024 • 23min
Power Metals: Leading the Charge in Cesium Exploration w/ Haydn Daxter
CHAPTERS 📖
(00:00) Recap
(00:27) Introduction
(02:10) Phase 3 Drilling Program Progress
(03:12) Tantalum Opportunity and Market Demand
(05:02) High-Grade Cesium Results from Phase 2
(06:29) New Pegmatite Anomalies Identified
(08:32) Exploration Permit Application Update
(09:52) Strategic Plans for 2025 Exploration
(10:28) Other Projects Beyond Case Lake
(12:44) Outstanding Test Work Results
(16:02) Timeline for Cesium Format Updates
(17:41) Plans for Initial Mineral Resource Estimate
(18:50) Government and First Nations Collaboration
(20:37) Economics of Mining Small Cesium Deposits
(21:41) Closing Remarks and Future Outlook
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Links 🌍
RK Equity Website: https://rkequity.com/
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/rockstockchannel
Podcast:
Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lithium-ion-rocks/id1457969172
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0KiMIZOPaDg8ENfPJMSINq?si=a4ca356c45394648
X (Twitter):
Howard: https://twitter.com/LithiumIonBull
Rodney: https://twitter.com/RodneyHooper13
_________________________________________________
DISCLAIMER
NOT INVESTMENT ADVICE. DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH
Rodney and Howard are not financial advisors nor broker-dealers, this video is for information purposes only and should not be considered investment or financial advice. Please do your own independent research and read the disclaimer at the end of the video or on RK Equity’s website https://www.rkequity.com
Intro and outro audio credit: Jamie Klein

Dec 3, 2024 • 31min
Lithium Market Analysis and Forecast: Solar, China, ESS, EVs
CHAPTERS 📖
(00:00) Introduction and Overview
(01:36) EV Sales Trends and Global Insights
(03:11) China’s EV Market and Incentives
(04:01) Growth in Plug-In Hybrids and Smaller Battery Packs
(04:58) Challenges for Western OEMs in China
(06:09) China’s Rising EV Exports
(06:52) EV Pricing Disparities Across Regions
(08:02) U.S. Policies and Potential Impact on EVs
(08:50) Regional EV Penetration Rates
(09:40) European Economies and the Green Agenda
(11:41) Lithium Supply Challenges and Battery Trends
(14:10) Break-Even Costs for Lithium Production
(16:49) Lithium Futures Market and Price Speculation
(18:06) Vertical Integration in the EV Battery Supply Chain
(19:06) The Role of Incentives in EV Demand
(20:16) Solar and Energy Storage Systems Growth
(22:00) Investment challenges facing mining
(23:30) Challenges for Non-Chinese EV Supply Chains
(24:11) Investment Trends and Mining Realities
(25:33) Short Interest and Market Speculation
(26:37) Long-term fair value price
(27:45) China’s Subsidy Sustainability
(28:46) Final Conclusions and Future Outlook
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Links 🌍
RK Equity Website: https://rkequity.com/
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/rockstockchannel
Podcast:
Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lithium-ion-rocks/id1457969172
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0KiMIZOPaDg8ENfPJMSINq?si=a4ca356c45394648
X (Twitter):
Howard: https://twitter.com/LithiumIonBull
Rodney: https://twitter.com/RodneyHooper13
_________________________________________________
DISCLAIMER
NOT INVESTMENT ADVICE. DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH
Rodney and Howard are not financial advisors nor broker-dealers, this video is for information purposes only and should not be considered investment or financial advice. Please do your own independent research and read the disclaimer at the end of the video or on RK Equity’s website https://www.rkequity.com
Intro and outro audio credit: Jamie Klein

Dec 2, 2024 • 23min
Jindalee Lithium: PFS Announcement w/ Ian Rodger
CHAPTERS 📖
(00:00) Recap
(00:21) Introduction
(02:17) PFS and Development Timeline
(03:42) Long-Life Asset Advantages of McDermitt
(05:25) Embedded Optionality and Resource Potential
(06:41) CapEx Challenges and US Funding Opportunities
(09:11) Plans for Refining Costs in the DFS
(10:25) Byproduct Opportunities and DOE Collaboration
(11:46) Recovery Rates and Test Work Outcomes
(13:02) Supply Chain and Reagent Logistics
(13:59) Potential for Project Expansion and Phased Growth
(15:46) Next Steps: Partnering and Permitting Focus
(17:43) Funding Strategy and Financial Outlook
(18:35) Policy Impact on Domestic Critical Minerals Projects
(20:20) Sentiment Towards Sediment Lithium Projects
(22:27) Closing Remarks
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Links 🌍
RK Equity Website: https://rkequity.com/
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/rockstockchannel
Podcast:
Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lithium-ion-rocks/id1457969172
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0KiMIZOPaDg8ENfPJMSINq?si=a4ca356c45394648
X (Twitter):
Howard: https://twitter.com/LithiumIonBull
Rodney: https://twitter.com/RodneyHooper13
_________________________________________________
DISCLAIMER
NOT INVESTMENT ADVICE. DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH
Rodney and Howard are not financial advisors nor broker-dealers, this video is for information purposes only and should not be considered investment or financial advice. Please do your own independent research and read the disclaimer at the end of the video or on RK Equity’s website https://www.rkequity.com
Intro and outro audio credit: Jamie Klein

Nov 21, 2024 • 28min
RK Equity Presents at 121 New York - Lithium & Critical Materials Panel
CHAPTERS 📖
(00:00) Opening
(01:48) Introductions
(03:48) Takeaways from Latin American resources
(08:49) Majors’ strategies
(10:55) Iron ore analogy for lithium
(12:25) Decoupling from China
(15:19) Investing in new technology
(17:40) Examples of commercialized tech
(22:19) Lithium demand and supply
(23:26) M&A activity forecast
(25:16) Q&A 1
(27:04) Q&A 2
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Links 🌍
RK Equity Website: https://rkequity.com/
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/rockstockchannel
Podcast:
Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lithium-ion-rocks/id1457969172
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0KiMIZOPaDg8ENfPJMSINq?si=a4ca356c45394648
X (Twitter):
Howard: https://twitter.com/LithiumIonBull
Rodney: https://twitter.com/RodneyHooper13
_________________________________________________
DISCLAIMER
NOT INVESTMENT ADVICE. DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH
Rodney and Howard are not financial advisors nor broker-dealers, this video is for information purposes only and should not be considered investment or financial advice. Please do your own independent research and read the disclaimer at the end of the video or on RK Equity’s website https://www.rkequity.com
Intro and outro audio credit: Jamie Klein

Nov 20, 2024 • 1h 6min
Is Australia Spodumene the Marginal Lithium Supply? With Matt Fernley
CHAPTERS 📖
(00:00) Introduction
(01:28) Graphite Market Overview
(05:09) China's Dominance in Graphite
(06:38) Transition to Lithium Discussion
(10:00) Insights from China UBS Site Visit
(14:55) Lithium's New Normal
(21:55) China's Evolving Role in Lithium
(25:57) Commodity Cycle in Lithium
(28:28) Lithium Pricing Outlook
(30:50) Challenges for Western Hard Rock Lithium
(35:03) Is $30,000/ton possible?
(39:14) Emerging Vehicle Trends
(42:53) Regional Opportunities in Lithium
(46:29) Challenges in Competing with China
(52:39) North American Lithium Hubs
(57:44) Uncertainties in DLE and Sedimentary Lithium
(1:03:23) Closing Thoughts
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Links 🌍
RK Equity Website: https://rkequity.com/
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/rockstockchannel
Podcast:
Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lithium-ion-rocks/id1457969172
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0KiMIZOPaDg8ENfPJMSINq?si=a4ca356c45394648
X (Twitter):
Howard: https://twitter.com/LithiumIonBull
Rodney: https://twitter.com/RodneyHooper13
_________________________________________________
DISCLAIMER
NOT INVESTMENT ADVICE. DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH
Rodney and Howard are not financial advisors nor broker-dealers, this video is for information purposes only and should not be considered investment or financial advice. Please do your own independent research and read the disclaimer at the end of the video or on RK Equity’s website https://www.rkequity.com
Intro and outro audio credit: Jamie Klein

Nov 15, 2024 • 7min
US Election Thoughts with Simon Moores, Benchmark Minerals Intelligence
CHAPTERS 📖
(00:00) Introduction
(00:28) Trump Cabinet Appointments and Conference Insights
(00:57) The US Battery Boom and Gigafactories
(02:20) Policy Shifts Under the Trump Administration
(03:12) Data-Driven Influence in Shaping Policy
(04:58) Potential for Chinese Investment in the US
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Links 🌍
RK Equity Website: https://rkequity.com/
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/rockstockchannel
Podcast:
Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lithium-ion-rocks/id1457969172
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0KiMIZOPaDg8ENfPJMSINq?si=a4ca356c45394648
X (Twitter):
Howard: https://twitter.com/LithiumIonBull
Rodney: https://twitter.com/RodneyHooper13
_________________________________________________
DISCLAIMER
NOT INVESTMENT ADVICE. DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH
Rodney and Howard are not financial advisors nor broker-dealers, this video is for information purposes only and should not be considered investment or financial advice. Please do your own independent research and read the disclaimer at the end of the video or on RK Equity’s website https://www.rkequity.com
Intro and outro audio credit: Jamie Klein

Nov 11, 2024 • 41min
Quebec Carbonate: Lithium Universe Iggy Tan
CHAPTERS 📖
(00:00) Introduction
(02:37) About Iggy
(03:45) Assembling the Dream Team: Key Expertise
(06:57) The Shift to Lithium Carbonate and Market Demand
(08:52) Design Philosophy and Choosing Bécancour, Quebec
(13:51) Impact of US-China Tariffs and Government Incentives
(15:50) Feasibility Study Highlights and Economic Assumptions
(19:35) Strategic Partnerships, Funding, and Processing Capabilities
(24:07) Production Timeline
(25:11) Converter margin vs Mining margin
(27:41) Addressing Skills Gap and Comparing Quebec to Western Australia
(32:13) Importance of Proven Design and Misconceptions About Conversion
(37:50) Insights on the Lithium Market and Future Outlook
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Links 🌍
RK Equity Website: https://rkequity.com/
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/rockstockchannel
Podcast:
Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lithium-ion-rocks/id1457969172
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0KiMIZOPaDg8ENfPJMSINq?si=a4ca356c45394648
X (Twitter):
Howard: https://twitter.com/LithiumIonBull
Rodney: https://twitter.com/RodneyHooper13
_________________________________________________
DISCLAIMER
NOT INVESTMENT ADVICE. DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH
Rodney and Howard are not financial advisors nor broker-dealers, this video is for information purposes only and should not be considered investment or financial advice. Please do your own independent research and read the disclaimer at the end of the video or on RK Equity’s website https://www.rkequity.com
Intro and outro audio credit: Jamie Klein

Nov 4, 2024 • 21min
Cesium Secrets: Power Metals Update w/ Haydn Daxter
Past Discussions 🔁
• https://youtu.be/6BszRl6E-pE
• https://youtu.be/ELr_3RT3Dzo
CHAPTERS 📖
00:00 Introduction
02:33 Developments in drilling results
04:26 Soil sampling for drilling
06:18 Government engagement and strategic partnerships
07:58 Ore sorting results
10:15 Winsome site visit
11:08 Collaboration with First Nations
12:39 Progress on mineral resource estimates
14:15 Cesium committee
16:24 Future outlook
17:48 Assay turnaround
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Links 🌍
RK Equity Website: https://rkequity.com/
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/rockstockchannel
Podcast:
Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lithium-ion-rocks/id1457969172
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0KiMIZOPaDg8ENfPJMSINq?si=a4ca356c45394648
X (Twitter):
Howard: https://twitter.com/LithiumIonBull
Rodney: https://twitter.com/RodneyHooper13
_________________________________________________
DISCLAIMER
NOT INVESTMENT ADVICE. DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH
Rodney and Howard are not financial advisors nor broker-dealers, this video is for information purposes only and should not be considered investment or financial advice. Please do your own independent research and read the disclaimer at the end of the video or on RK Equity’s website https://www.rkequity.com
Intro and outro audio credit: Jamie Klein

Oct 31, 2024 • 59min
Rock Stock Recap E15: Lithium’s Raging Bull - YJ Lee of Arcane Capital Advisors'
Y.J. 121 Presentation: https://youtu.be/bEHMr2l4GE4
CHAPTERS 📖
00:00 Introduction
02:13 Y.J. 121 Presentation Highlights
07:05 Guest Introduction: Y.J. Lee
08:23 Focus on Lithium Demand Forecasts
15:40 Can European EVs compete with cheap ICE?
17:16 Western Alert: Chinese EV plants in Europe
18:16 Will Europe Return to High EV Penetration?
20:22 SVOLT and Northvolt Withdrawals
22:04 Is Panasonic competitive in the US?
25:49 How do you invest in brine?
34:08 Project Preference: Brine or Hard Rock shipped to China?
35:44 Is $15,000 enough incentive?
43:04 Demand for Energy Storage Solutions
45:56 Hydroxide vs. Carbonate Debate
50:46 What is the lithium price long-term behavior?
54:20 Howard's Closing Remarks
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Links 🌍
RK Equity Website: https://rkequity.com/
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/rockstockchannel
Podcast:
Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lithium-ion-rocks/id1457969172
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0KiMIZOPaDg8ENfPJMSINq?si=a4ca356c45394648
X (Twitter):
Howard: https://twitter.com/LithiumIonBull
Rodney: https://twitter.com/RodneyHooper13
_________________________________________________
DISCLAIMER
NOT INVESTMENT ADVICE. DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH
Rodney and Howard are not financial advisors nor broker-dealers, this video is for information purposes only and should not be considered investment or financial advice. Please do your own independent research and read the disclaimer at the end of the video or on RK Equity’s website https://www.rkequity.com
Intro and outro audio credit: Jamie Klein