Ben Elvidge reveals how Metals.io is transforming commodities markets using tokenized, physically backed metals like uranium, gold and rare earths, breaking down barriers traditional infrastructure has kept in place for decades.

He explains how Metals.io structures real-world assets behind tokens, offering direct ownership backed by institutional custody without the middlemen of exchange-traded funds or futures. Elvidge goes into how physical redemption works for small and large investors, and why tokenized metals are emerging as superior collateral in DeFi.

The conversation also explores the evolution of tokenized commodities, from the early experimental wave to core market infrastructure. Elvidge shares insights on technological advancements that are shaping a multi-layered market structure. In addition, he covers AI-driven demand for energy and the critical role of nuclear power and rare earths in shaping the future of resource markets.

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Phil Ehr, strategic advisor to NovaRed Mining (CSE:NRED,OTCQB:NREDF) and retired US Navy commander, explains why copper and critical minerals are becoming central to global security and economic strategy. Ehr underscores how tensions involving Iran and the Strait of Hormuz are disrupting energy and commodity markets, while growing demand from artificial intelligence infrastructure, electrification and defense systems is intensifying pressure on global copper supply chains.

The conversation also examines North America's push to strengthen domestic mineral production, the geopolitical risks tied to refining capacity and the role of emerging technologies in mineral exploration. Ehr shares insights from his military and intelligence background, including how modern warfare, energy systems and supply chains are becoming increasingly interconnected.

This interview was recorded on May 12, 2026.

0:00 - Intro

1:08 - The critical need for copper

6:01 - Pivoting from military to minerals

7:18 - National security importance of critical minerals

11:59 - Shifting North American mining regulations

13:54 - Strategic importance of allies

17:06 - Mounting geopolitical risk

21:56 - Perspectives on the Strait of Hormuz blockade

26:49 - Outro

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Jordan Rusche of Mining Stock Monkey shares his outlook for gold and how he's approaching gold stocks right now. He also weighs in on recent M&A activity, including Equinox Gold's plan to acquire Orla Mining in a US$5.1 billion deal. In addition, he discusses his overall investment strategy and explains why he prioritizes protecting his downside.

"If you can protect your downside first, your winners take care of themselves. You can get very, very wealthy just by getting a handful of triples in your lifetime, because those triples compound," Rusche said.

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This interview was filmed on May 14, 2026.

0:00 - Intro

2:33 - Portfolio breakdown

4:57 - Where is gold in the cycle?

7:51 - What's unloved right now?

8:47 - Key metric for gold stocks

11:19 - Royalty/streaming stocks

13:44 - Elemental/Vizsla deal

16:22 - Tether's role at Elemental

18:02 - Equinox Gold/Orla deal

24:05 - Inflation's impact on miners

26:30 - Protect your downside first

31:33 - Jordan's next

33:50 - Outro

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Clem Chambers of aNewFN.com explains how he's adjusted his strategy since the Iran war began, outlining several areas of opportunity, including energy storage, metals processing and artificial intelligence supply chains.

"The best protection for what's coming up ... is to be economically active in some way or other — as much as you can — because that will be rewarded," he said. "Economic passivity — that's going to be hammered, absolutely hammered."

Companies mentioned by Clem in the interview (in order): EnerSys (NYSE:ENS), Intel (NASDAQ:INTC), Nokia (NYSE:NOK), NVIDIA (NASDAQ:NVDA), Equinor (NYSE:EQNR).

This interview was filmed on May 11, 2026.

0:00 - Intro

0:23 - "Gold is for war"

3:42 - Gold, silver in 2026

6:58 - Energy storage stock

12:12 - Nokia's NVIDIA deal

17:19 - Rare earths, copper

19:45 - Oil stock to watch

26:44 - Inflation will rise

33:51 - US vs. China battle

40:15 - Time to be active

45:41 - Outro

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Katie Durham, CEO and co-founder of Supra Elemental Recovery, discusses her company's technology for recovering high-purity critical minerals from domestic waste streams using a non-toxic, reusable extraction process.

The technology, which can handle both recycling and primary ore refining, is initially focused on gallium and scandium, which are essential for semiconductors and aerospace.

The company aims to commercialize its technology quickly, leveraging support from strategic investors like Rio Tinto, and plans to expand to other critical minerals and international markets.

0:00 - Intro

1:23 – Addressing critical mineral supply gaps, gaining attention from majors

3:55 – How Supra Elemental Recovery's technology works

5:37 – The decision to target scandium, gallium and cobalt first

10:02 - Scaling up

11:49 – Feedstocks and growth strategy

14:15 - What's next?

14:43 - Outro

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David Hunter of Contrarian Macro Advisors outlines his short- and long-term targets for gold, silver and oil, as well as major indexes. In his view, the coming months will bring a melt-up phase that takes all of them much higher — but then a "global bust" will follow.

"You have to think about changing your philosophy, changing your strategy, from time in the market to timing the market," he said.

David's X account: https://x.com/DaveHcontrarian

This interview was filmed on May 6, 2026.

0:00 - Intro

0:26 - Major melt-up imminent

2:50 - Triggers for a melt-up

7:47 - Impact of the Iran war

10:58 - Oil price targets

17:06 - What to watch from Fed

21:45 - Bond market outlook

25:31 - Gold, silver price targets

29:56 - How low can gold, silver go?

34:15 - Time to adjust strategies

39:59 - Where to find David online

42:33 - Outro

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Chris Temple of the National Investor shares his outlook for the gold price, explaining why it could still fall as low as US$3,500 per ounce, as well as what will trigger the yellow metal's next leg higher.

"Bottom line — in my view, what causes gold to turn around is when the Fed has to stop pretending that it cares about inflation, that it can do a darn thing about it, and just starts going nutso again so we don't all go down the deflationary drain," he said.

This interview was filmed on May 4, 2026.

0:00 - Intro

0:23 - Gold price headwinds

4:02 - How low can gold go?

9:36 - Key takeaway on Warsh

17:10 - Inflation reality check

20:34 - US economy and rates

25:34 - Chris' current strategy

30:40 - Two stocks to watch

34:51 - WWIII for commodities

37:43 - Outro

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Ken Chen of Global X Investments Canada explores how tokenization could transform Canada's financial infrastructure, discussing the impact of the Stablecoin Act and the Bank of Canada's role in overseeing stablecoins to strengthen consumer protection and enable tokenization.

He differentiates between tokenization and cryptocurrencies, emphasizing the regulated nature of stablecoins, and touches on the adoption of tokenized US treasuries and the potential of tokenization as a compelling equity play.

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Joe Cavatoni of the World Gold Council discusses gold's price activity since the Iran war began, saying the yellow metal's strength is a positive signal for its long-term trajectory. He also shares what factors he's watching most closely now.

"I'm watching two things. I'm watching for the increased vol that continues to persist — even though it might look like it's calmer today, it's still lurking there," Cavatoni said. "And I also think that I'm watching the big signals around the central banks on a global scale — when are they going to be needing to respond to conditions that are being impacted by this inflationary creep back into the system."

This interview was filmed on April 29, 2026.

0:00 - Intro

0:22 - Gold staying strong

3:02 - Gold price vs. inflation

5:06 - Fed and US economy

8:42 - Central bank trends

12:43 - Bar, coin, ETF demand

16:09 - Jewelry, recycling trends

19:27 - Two factors to watch

21:19 - Outro

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NextNRG Founder and Executive Chairman Michael Farkas explains the growing strain on global power systems as geopolitical tensions, electrification and artificial intelligence demand reshape energy markets.

Farkas highlights the urgent need for grid modernization, the rise of battery storage and microgrids and the role of government policy in accelerating energy infrastructure deployment.

The conversation also explores electric vehicle (EV) adoption, critical minerals supply chains and how energy resilience is becoming central to economic competitiveness and national security.

0:00 - Intro

3:18 - Impact of Iran war on prices and grids

7:08 - Race to build data centers

12:16 - NextNRG's technological solution

28:21 - The role of battery energy storage systems

36:56 - Are EV supply chains creating a new energy dependency?

46:14 - Outro

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