Best Assay Development Podcasts (2025)

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The Pitfalls of Assay Development 32:45

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Join Diagnostics Decoded host Dr. Sophie New, PhD for an in-depth conversation with Dr. Radhakrishnan Gnanasambandam, PhD, and Brandon Hoelcle on the science, math, and puzzle-solving behind assay development, and reveal the most common pitfalls they see along the way. Tune in to hear: How early collaboration drives stronger assay performance Why u…

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Arizona Sonoran Copper – Key Metrics From The Cactus Project PFS, Envisioned Mine Plan, Exploration Update, Permitting, Capital Raise, Pathway To Development 25:34

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George Ogilvie, President and CEO of Arizona Sonoran Copper (TSX:ASCU – OTCQX:ASCUF), joins us to outline the key metrics from the Pre-Feasibility Study (PFS) on the Cactus Project in Arizona and the envisioned mine plan. We also get an exploration update, more clarity around the permitting process, discuss the recent capital raise, and review the …

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Scottie Resources – Trial Mining Bulk Sample Will Generate CAD$9M, Update On Ore Sorting, Feasibility Study Workstreams, Exploration Program, and DSO Pathway 15:18

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Dr. Thomas Mumford, President of Scottie Resources (TSX.V:SCOT – OTCQB:SCTSF), joins me to review the key takeaways from the Bulk Sample report, when compared with expectations from the October 2025 Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA). Additionally, we get an update on the ongoing ore-sorting studies, what was learned from this year’s drill progr…

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MedTech's 11 Year Exit Problem— and What It Means for Raising Capital 51:58

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HSBC Innovations is the global bank’s financing arm for American and European startups, especially in the healthcare and life sciences industries. The bank’s semi-annual Venture Healthcare Reports document trends in the investment market. Key Tech’s Andy Rogers welcomes the report’s author, HSBC Innovation Managing Director Jon Norris in Episode 43…

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AbraSilver Resource – Drill Hole Testing Porphyry Potential at Oculto East Intercepts Broad Mineralization Of 274 Metres Grading 0.60 g/t Gold 16:55

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John Miniotis, President and CEO of AbraSilver Resource Corp (TSX: ABRA) (OTCQX: ABBRF), joins us to review the latest batch of drill assays announced December 10th, returning the broadest gold mineralization intercepted to date, from the ongoing Phase V exploration program. These holes were testing for the potential of porphyry mineralization at d…

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Q2 Metals - The Best Lithium Pegmatite Hole Ever Drilled? 10:48

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In this company update, we chat with Alicia Milne, President and CEO of Q2 Metals (TSXV: QTWO | OTCQB: QUEXF | FSE: 458), to discuss the exceptional 457m of 1.65% Li₂O drill result from Hole 44 at the Cisco Lithium Project in James Bay - highlighted by many analysts as one of the strongest lithium pegmatite holes ever drilled. Key Discussion Points…

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Sean Brodrick – Portfolio Strategies In Gold, Silver, Copper, Oil, Nat Gas, Rare Earths, Antimony, Tech Stocks, AI Stocks, and The Robot Revolution 21:42

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Sean Brodrick, Editor of Wealth Megatrends, Supercycle Investor, Resource Trader, and contributing analyst to Weiss Ratings Daily, joins us to outline strategies for portfolio management in lieu of the underlying trends in gold, silver, copper, oil, nat gas, rare earths, antimony, tech stocks, AI stocks, and robotics stocks. He also highlights some…

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Emerita Resources – The Aznalcóllar Tender Still Awaits The Administrative Court Decision - The Value Proposition Of IBW, San Antonio, and Nuevo Tintillo 23:27

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David Gower, CEO and Chairman of Emerita Resources (TSX.V: EMO) (OTCQB: EMOTF), joins us to review the news out to the market on December 5th with regards to what the criminal court decision in Spain with regards to Aznalcóllar, how the actual decision on tender being awarded on the Project still comes down to the administrative court. We then dive…

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Vizsla Silver - $300M Financing, Full Flexibility & Fast-Track to Production 18:27

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I speak with Mike Konnert, President & CEO of Vizsla Silver (NYSE/TSX: VZLA) about the company’s upsized US$300M convertible note financing and how it strengthens Vizsla’s ability to accelerate development of the high-grade Panuco Project, in Mexico. Mike also highlights the newly filed feasibility study, underground progress, and Vizsla’s long-ter…

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No cold chain? No problem—inside the world of lyo-beads 33:44

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Applyo Jena is building a freeze-dried future, one bead at a time. In this episode, Dr. Hanno Hermann and Dr. Thanh Tu Hellmich-Duong walk us through how their lyo-bead technology emerged from the challenges of field-based HIV diagnostics and evolved into a flexible platform that stabilizes everything from enzymes to magnetic nanoparticles, without…

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Thesis Gold - Lawyers-Ranch Project PFS Highlights An After-Tax NPV5% of $4.36 Billion and an IRR of 87.8% at $4,100 Gold and $51 Silver 17:21

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Ewan Webster, President and CEO of Thesis Gold Inc. (TSXV: TAU) (WKN: A3EP87) (OTCQX: THSGF), joins us for a comprehensive overview of the Pre-Feasibility Study (PFS) announced on December 1st, at the combined Lawyers-Ranch Project, in the Toodoggone Mining District of British Columbia. This Lawyers-Ranch project hosts a resource of 4.7 million gol…

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Contango ORE & Dolly Varden Silver – Merger Breakdown & Growth Vision 26:22

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In this KE Report update, we speak with Rick Van Nieuwenhuyse, President & CEO of Contango ORE (NYSE American: CTGO), and Shawn Khunkhun, President & CEO of Dolly Varden Silver (NYSE American: DVS, TSX-V: DV), to outline the strategic merger creating a new high-grade gold–silver producer. Why the merger works Contango brings strong cash flow (≈US$1…

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Dave Erfle - M&A Insights: Contango Ore & Dolly Varden Silver, Rio2 Copper Mine Acquisition 17:59

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Today we welcome Dave Erfle, founder and editor of Junior Miner Junky, to break down a big week in the resource sector. Two major M&A deals hit the tape while silver powered above $60/oz, adding fuel to an already strong precious-metals bull market. Key Discussion Points Dolly Varden Silver + Contango Ore Merger A cash-flowing US gold producer (CTG…

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Aztec Minerals - Expanding the Drill Program at Tombstone 13:15

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In this KE Report update, I speak with Simon Dyakowski, President & CEO of Aztec Minerals (TSX.V:AZT | OTCQB:AZZTF) about the company’s decision to expand the Tombstone drill program to 8,500 meters, progress to date, and what investors can expect next. Key Discussion Points: Program Expansion: Why the RC portion was increased and how stronger-than…

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Troilus Mining – A Gold-Copper Project Of Scale, Capital Stack Coming Together, Basic And Detailed Engineering Studies, Permitting Progress, And Exploration Upside 25:00

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Justin Reid, President and CEO of Troilus Mining Corp. (TSX: TLG) (OTCQX: CHXMF) (FSE: CM5R), joins me for a comprehensive update on their recent name change from Troilus Gold due to them having a project of scale with a substantial copper component, at the Gold-Copper Troilus Project located in northcentral Quebec, Canada. The potential for large …

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Goliath Resources – Several Batches Of High-Grade Gold Assays Reported From Both The Bonanza Sheer Zone and The Reduced Intrusion Mineralized Dykes 15:29

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Roger Rosmus, Founder, CEO, & Director of Goliath Resources (TSX.V: GOT) (OTCQB: GOTRF), joins me to review the most recent batches of high-grade gold drill assay results reported over the last month from the 64,000 meter 9-rig 2025 drill program; at the Surebet Discovery on its 100% controlled Golddigger Property, located in the Golden Triangle, B…

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Craig Hemke - Silver’s Breakout, Copper Strength & the Fed’s Next Move 23:29

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In this KE Report daily editorial, we speak with Craig Hemke, founder of TF Metals Report, about silver’s surge toward $60/oz, strong copper performance, and how this week’s Fed meeting may drive the next move in metals and miners. Key discussion points: Silver strength - Breaking above $54, triggering momentum buying and short covering. Gold’s unu…

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Silver Storm Mining - La Parrilla Project: A Near-Term Silver Restart With Exploration Growth Potential 16:36

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In this episode, Greg McKenzie, President & CEO of Silver Storm Mining (TSX.V:SVRS | OTCQB:SVRSF | FSE:SVR), outlines the company’s near-term production restart at the La Parrilla Mine in Mexico and the scale of the San Diego silver project. Key Discussion Points La Parrilla Restart Background on the mine acquired from First Majestic, its 34 Moz hi…

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TriStar Gold - Castelo de Sonhos Project: Permit Progress & the Path to Development 13:38

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In this Company Update, Nick Appleyard, President & CEO of Tristar Gold (TSX.V:TSG | OTCQB:TSGZF), breaks down the positive court ruling tied to the LP environmental permit for the Castelo de Sonhos project. The judge declined an injunction and advanced the case into the evidentiary phase, giving the company clearer timelines as it works toward fin…

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Elemental Royalty Corp – Value Proposition Of This Pro-Forma Intermediate Royalty Company And The Significance Of Tether Investments As Their Key Strategic Stakeholder 25:53

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Dave Cole, CEO of Elemental Royalty Corporation (TSXV: ELE) (Nasdaq: ELE) joins me to outline the value proposition of the proforma combination of Elemental Altus Royalties with EMX Royalty Corporation, to form an emerging intermediate royalty company. In addition to circling the globe to highlight various partner projects and operators inside thei…

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Dryden Gold – WEBINAR Replay – 2025 Exploration Review, and Looking Ahead To The 2026 Work Program 54:12

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[Webinar Replay from December 4th, 2025] Trey Wasser, CEO, and Maura Kolb, President, of Dryden Gold Corp (TSX.V: DRY) (OTCQB: DRYGF), join us for an exclusive Webinar recapping the key takeaways from the 2025 exploration program in this comprehensive visual update with management. We touch upon all the various work programs that were completed thi…

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Brian Leni & Dana Lyons - Silver Euphoria, Copper’s Next Leg & Market Risk Signals 51:00

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This KE Report Weekend Show kicks off with Brian Leni laying out a contrarian roadmap for investors caught up in silver’s explosive move above $50, then shifts to fund manager and technician Dana Lyons for a data-driven tour through silver, copper, crypto, and the major equity indices. Together, they map out how to avoid chasing hype, position in q…

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Santacruz Silver – Reviewing Q3 Financial And Operational Results, and Looking Ahead To Q4 and 2026 Growth Initiatives 21:10

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Arturo Préstamo Elizondo, Executive Chairman and CEO of Santacruz Silver Mining Ltd. (TSXV: SCZ) (OTCQX: SCZMF) (FSE: 1SZ), joins me to reiterate their decision to uplist onto the Nasdaq exchange in the US in early 2026, and to delve into the details of Q3 2025 financial and operational results across their portfolio of producing mines in Bolivia a…

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Headwater Gold - Centerra Gold $25M Earn-In at Crane Creek 11:12

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We’re joined by Caleb Stroup, President & CEO of Headwater Gold (CSE:HWG | OTCQB:HWAUF), to discuss the newly announced $25 million earn-in agreement with Centerra Gold on the Crane Creek Project in Idaho. Key Highlights Centerra Earn-In Overview A three-stage structure allowing Centerra to earn up to 70% of Crane Creek: • Stage 1: $10M over four y…

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Sierra Madre Gold and Silver – Q3 Operations Update – Ramping Up At La Guitarra, Coloso, and Nazareno - District-Scale Exploration Strategy In 2026 16:47

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Alex Langer, President and CEO of Sierra Madre Gold And Silver (TSXV: SM) (OTCQX: SMDRF), joins me for a review of Q3 operations and financials from the ramp-up of silver and gold production from the La Guitarra, Coloso, and Nazareno mines. We also unpack the planned two-stage expansion at their La Guitarra processing plant located in Estado de Mex…

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Joel Elconin - Market Momentum, Tech Rotation, and the Path to New Highs 11:37

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In this episode, we welcome Joel Elconin, co-host of PreMarket Prep and founder of the Stock Trader Network, to break down the market’s steady rebound, shifting sector leadership, and what to watch as we approach year-end. Key Discussion Highlights Market Grind Higher The S&P and Nasdaq continue a slow climb toward all-time highs, with day-to-day r…

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District Metals - New Large-Scale Uranium Targets In Sweden & Answering Your Questions On Share Price Correction and Valuation 21:04

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In this update, Garrett Ainsworth, President and CEO of District Metals (TSX.V:DMX | OTCQX:DMXDF | Nasdaq First North:DMXSE SDB), addresses the recent stock sell-off and multiple new large and high priority targets across their Swedish uranium assets. Key Discussion Points: New Target Generation - Large Mobile MT surveys across Alum Shale propertie…

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Nick Hodge – Pro Trading Tips And Picks In The Silver, Gold, Lithium, and Copper Stocks 33:31

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Nick Hodge, Co-Owner of Digest Publishing and editor of Foundational Profits and Underground Alpha, joins us for a longer-format discussion with macroeconomic factors, veteran stock tips and opportunities in select silver, gold, lithium, and copper stocks. We start off discussing the break in silver to all-time highs, coming out of the mid-October …

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Total Metals - Building a High-Grade Gold & VMS Portfolio in Ontario and Manitoba 18:35

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In this company introduction, we chat with Michael Dehn, Executive Chairman of Total Metals (TSX.V:TT | OTCQB:TTTMF | Frankfurt:04N). Michael introduces the newly listed company and its portfolio of high-grade gold and VMS projects in the prolific Red Lake District. We discuss the upcoming $9 million financing designed to launch an aggressive 2026 …

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Sitka Gold - RC Gold Project: Resource Expansion Drill Results at Blackjack, Eiger and Saddle Zones 14:09

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In this company update, Mike Burkey, VP of Corporate Development at Sitka Gold (TSX.V:SIG | OTCQB:SITKF | Frankfurt:1RF), recaps the final 2025 drill results from the Blackjack, Eiger and Saddle zones, aimed at expanding the 2.8 million ounce resource at the RC Gold Project. We discuss successful resource extensions at the Blackjack and Eiger zones…

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Dave Erfle - Silver's $96/oz Technical Target, Thesis Gold's Impressive PFS & M&A Recaps 18:43

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In this editorial, Dave Erfle, Founder and Editor of the Junior Miner Junky, breaks down the explosive move in silver, now approaching $60/oz, and the technical long-term target of $96/oz. We analyze the macro tailwinds and examine the Pre-Feasibility Study (PFS) from Thesis Gold (TSX-V:TAU). The PFS reveals exceptional economics, with an After-Tax…

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Blackrock Silver – Final Set Of Drill Assays From Eastern Expansion Step Out Program, Building Towards Expanded Resource Estimate And Updated PEA In Q1 2026 21:54

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Andrew Pollard, President and CEO of Blackrock Silver (TSX.V:BRC – OTCQX:BKRRF), joins us to discuss the final set of diamond core drill assays, from this year’s exploration program, stepping out into the Eastern Expansion area at their 100% owned Tonopah West project located in West-Central Nevada, United States. The Eastern Expansion Program was …

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Erik Wetterling – Value Proposition Adjustments In Montage Gold, K2 Gold, and Finex Metals 17:05

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Recorded December 1st, 2025: Erik Wetterling, Founder and Editor of The Hedgeless Horseman website, joins me to outline any adjustments that he is making to the value proposition in 3 gold exploration stocks, based around recent press releases and milestones. He sees this newsflow and fundamental catalysts as much more relevant for any changes to t…

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K2 Gold - Mojave Project Permit Received, Over $10M in Treasury for Drilling In 2026 16:42

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In this breaking update, Anthony Margarit, President and CEO of K2 Gold (TSX.V:KTO | OTCQB:KTGDF | FSE:23K), confirms receipt of the long-awaited exploration permit for the Mojave Project in California. The Company is fully funded for its initial Phase I drill program, thanks to the recent exercise of over 30 million warrants, boosting the treasury…

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Cerrado Gold – Q3 2025 Financials, 70,000 Meter Exploration Program At Minera Don Nicolas, Key Upcoming Milestones At Lagoa Salgada and Mont Sorcier 18:48

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Mark Brennan, Founder, CEO, and Director of Cerrado Gold Inc (TSX.V: CERT) (OTCQX: CRDOF), joins me to review their Q3 2025 financial and operational metrics at the producing Minera Don Nicolas (MDN) gold mine in Argentina. We discuss the aggressive 70,000 meter exploration program on tap for MDN into 2026, and unpack the key upcoming development c…

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Craig Hemke - Silver’s Breakout, Silver Miner Margins, & the Hard-Asset Supercycle 19:42

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In this daily editorial, Craig Hemke, Founder and Editor of TF Metals Report, breaks down the historic acceleration in precious metals, with Silver surging over 15% in November and now approaching $60/oz. Craig argues this sustained move is fundamentally different from past spikes and serves as a "front run" to major bullish developments anticipate…

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Doc - Silver’s Surging Higher: A Technical Outlook 18:55

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In this editorial, we are joined by Richard "Doc" Postma to discuss the massive move in precious metals, with Silver surging over 15% in November. Doc breaks down the technical indicators suggesting we are in an "acceleration phase" similar to 2011. We discuss the glaring valuation disconnect between soaring metal prices and lagging mining equities…

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Argenta Silver - Reviving the High-Grade El Quevar Silver Project in Argentina 24:50

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In this company introduction, we sit down with Joaquin Marias, President and CEO of Argenta Silver (TSX.V:AGAG | OTCQB:AGAGF | FRA:T1K). Joaquin shares the story behind acquiring the El Quevar project in Salta Province, Argentina - a high-grade, pure silver asset that sat dormant for nearly a decade. We discuss the nature of the deposit, which boas…

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OceanaGold - Record Q3 Revenue, Strong Q4 Setup & Growth Pipeline 19:05

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In this update, Brian Martin, SVP at OceanaGold (TSX:OGC - OTCQX:OCANF), breaks down the company's record Q3 financial results and strong free cash flow generation. We discuss the operational setup for a robust fourth quarter, growth at the Haile Gold Mine, and the significance of the recent draft approval for the Waihi North project in New Zealand…

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Guanajuato Silver – Transformational Acquisition Of The Bolanitos Gold-Silver Mine in Mexico, Q3 Operations and Financials, Silver Technicals and Fundamentals 21:09

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James Anderson, CEO of Guanajuato Silver (TSX.V:GSVR – OTCQX:GSVRF), joins me to highlight their recently announced transformational acquisition of the Bolanitos Gold-Silver Mine from Endeavour Silver, and to review the key takeaways from Q3 2025 operations and financials. We also end the discussion getting his technical outlook on the recent price…

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Weekend Show - Dave Erfle & Josef Schachter - Gold Over $4,200, Silver at All-Time Highs & Energy Stocks On Sale 52:59

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In this Thanksgiving weekend edition of The KE Report, we first sit down with Dave Erfle to dig into the current consolidation in gold and silver, the surge in quality juniors, and what could still go wrong. In the second half, Josef Schachter breaks down why natural gas looks fundamentally stronger than oil, how LNG, data centers, and storage tren…

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West Red Lake Gold Mines – Mid-Q4 Operations Update At The Madsen Mine, Ongoing Ramp Up Towards Commercial Production In Q1 Of 2026 32:06

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Shane Williams, President and CEO at West Red Lake Gold Mines (TSX.V:WRLG – OTCQB:WRLGF), joins us to field a wide array of questions and detailed discussion with updates on the mid-Q4 underground operations, mining, and milling, capital allocation projects, and exploration updates during the ongoing ramp-up towards commercial production at their 1…

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Marc Chandler - Silver Smashes Through $57 & The Fed Pivot Trade is Back 17:05

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In this Daily Editorial, we are joined by Marc Chandler, Managing Partner at Bannockburn Global Forex and Editor of the Marc to Market website. Marc breaks down the massive moves in the precious metals market to end the month, with Silver surging over 7% to break $57/oz and significantly outperforming Gold. We discuss the macro drivers behind this …

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Fury Gold Mines - 10,000m Drill Program At Eau Claire & Unlocking Value Across the Portfolio 19:53

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In this update, Tim Clark (CEO) and Bryan Atkinson (SVP Exploration) of Fury Gold Mines (NYSE/TSX:FURY) discuss the company's aggressive 10,000-meter drill program at Eau Claire and recent exploration success at the Sakami Project. The team provides a roadmap for resource expansion and addresses the current valuation disconnect, highlighting the si…

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Great Pacific Gold - High-Grade Drill Results at Wild Dog & Walhalla Spin-Out Details 17:26

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In this company update, we sit down with Greg McCunn, President and CEO of Great Pacific Gold (TSX.V:GPAC - OTCQX:GPGCF - Frankfurt:V3H). Greg breaks down the latest high-grade drill results from the Wild Dog property in Papua New Guinea and outlines the company’s multi-asset value creation strategy. We discuss the ongoing drill program, the strate…

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Silver Tiger Metals – New Permit Received For Stockwork Zone At The El Tigre Mine, Capital Raise Provides Term Sheet Flexibility, Development Pathway In Motion For An 18-Month Build 26:35

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Glenn Jessome, President & CEO of Silver Tiger Metals (TSX.V:SLVR – OTCQX:SLVTF), joins us to review the major news released November 7th which announced that the Company has secured all of the required approvals and permits from the Mexican Federal Environmental Department (“SEMARNAT”) to construct the El Tigre Stockwork Silver-Gold Project in Son…

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North Peak Resources - Prospect Mountain Mine: Reviving a Historic High-Grade Gold Mine in Nevada 13:20

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In this company introduction, we sit down with Rupert Williams, CEO and Director of North Peak Resources (TSX.V:NPR - OTCQB:NPRL). Rupert provides a comprehensive overview of the company’s flagship asset, the Prospect Mountain Mine in Nevada’s Battle Mountain-Eureka Trend. Having acquired 100% interest in the project in July, the company is now app…

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Thor Explorations – Q3 2025 Operations From The Segilola Mine – Exploration Update At Segilola, Douta, Guitry, and Marahui Projects 27:45

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Segun Lawson, President and CEO of Thor Explorations (TSX.V: THX) (AIM: THX) (OTC: THXPF), joins me for a review of Q3 2025 operations and production metrics from its Segilola Gold mine, and for the Company’s ongoing exploration and development programs in Nigeria, Senegal and Cote D’Ivoire. Segilola Q3 2025 Financial Highlights 19,650 ounces ("oz"…

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Founders Metals - $50M Gold Fields Investment, Expanded Land Package, >60,000M Of Drilling 20:21

9d ago20:21

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In this company update, we welcome back Colin Padget, President and CEO of Founders Metals (TSX.V:FDR - OTC:FDMIF - FSE:9DL0). Colin discusses the details behind the recent $50 million strategic investment from Gold Fields and the company’s acquisition of an additional 36,000 hectares at the Antino Gold Project. The conversation covers the technica…

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Quinton Hennigh - Stock Talk - Opportunities In Gold & Copper Exploration Stocks 22:02

9d ago22:02

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In this Stock Talk episode, I welcome back Quinton Hennigh, CEO of San Cristobal Mining, for a concise and insightful update on where genuine exploration value is emerging in today’s metal markets. Key Discussion Highlights Exploration sentiment - Strong metals backdrop but rapid sentiment swings; silver’s consolidation may be establishing a higher…