Mining Stock Education

In this episode of Mining Stock Education, host Bill Powers interviews junior mining stock expert David Erfle from Junior Miner Junky. David shares insights on recent movements in gold and silver prices and discusses his strategy of rotating profits from successful ventures into promising smaller-cap mining stocks. He emphasizes the potential in early-stage juniors and highlights the technical breakouts occurring in the sector. David also shares his personal experience and strategic approach in navigating investments in the mining stock market.

00:00 Introduction to Mining Stock Education

00:29 Market Overview and Precious Metals Surge

02:01 Investment Strategies in Junior Miners

06:06 Portfolio Management and Risk Mitigation

08:50 Technical Analysis and Market Trends

19:58 Management Due Diligence and Red Flags

David’s website: https://juniorminerjunky.com/

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In this episode of Mining Stock Education, host Brian Leni interviews Elliott Gue, the editor and chief analyst at Energy Bulletin. Elliott discusses the current geopolitical landscapes affecting energy markets, future energy demand, and investment opportunities. He provides an in-depth analysis of Venezuela's misunderstood oil reserves and its potential production capabilities. Furthermore, Elliott outlines the long-term forecast of a major energy crisis emerging from rising global demand, decreasing non-OPEC supply, and limited OPEC spare capacity. He advises investors to look at various sectors such as US refineries, oil services companies, and upstream natural gas producers as potential opportunities to mitigate and profit from the anticipated energy shortages by 2028-2030.

00:00 Introduction

01:27 Venezuela's Oil Reserves: Myths and Realities

04:55 Investment Needs for Venezuela's Oil Industry

09:19 Impact on US Refineries and Global Oil Market

17:00 Geopolitical Factors and Oil Market Dynamics

24:58 Future Energy Crisis and Strategic Importance of Venezuela

27:43 China's Energy Strategy: Build First, Break Later

29:16 India's Energy Growth and Challenges

31:17 Global Competition for Energy Commodities

32:41 The Role of Natural Gas in the US Energy Market

35:31 Renewables and Grid Scale Storage

41:20 Investment Strategies in the Energy Sector

47:41 Elliott's Newsletter and Final Thoughts

Elliott’s website: https://energyandincomeadvisor.com/

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Mining Stock Education (MSE) offers informational content based on available data but it does not constitute investment, tax, or legal advice. It may not be appropriate for all situations or objectives. Readers and listeners should seek professional advice, make independent investigations and assessments before investing. MSE does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of its content and should not be solely relied upon for investment decisions. MSE and its owner may hold financial interests in the companies discussed and can trade such securities without notice. MSE is biased towards its advertising sponsors which make this platform possible. MSE is not liable for representations, warranties, or omissions in its content. By accessing MSE content, users agree that MSE and its affiliates bear no liability related to the information provided or the investment decisions you make. Full disclaimer: https://www.miningstockeducation.com/disclaimer/

In this episode of Mining Stock Education, host Bill Powers interviews Joe Mazumdar from Exploration Insights. They dive into discussions about potential mega mergers in the mining industry, specifically between Rio Tinto and Glencore, and what these mergers indicate about market cycles and strategic advantages. Joe offers his insights on the challenges and benefits of such mergers, along with commentary on the global smelter capacity and the permitting landscape. They also discuss various projects like Kinross in Nevada and Washington, and Codelco's copper expansion. Furthermore, they touch upon the influence of government policies, such as tariffs and price floors, on the mining sector. Joe provides valuable advice for junior mining stock investors, emphasizing the importance of deep technical analysis and understanding geopolitics, operational risks, and market dynamics. Joe also reveals a valuation mistake many new mining investors make.

00:00 Introduction

00:33 Expert Insights with Joe Mazumdar

00:47 Mega Merger: Rio Tinto and Glencore

04:01 Market Implications of Mergers

05:33 Smelting Capacity and Environmental Concerns

07:29 Capital Expenditure and Market Trends

10:44 Copper Prices and Incentive Challenges

13:22 Government Policies and Market Risks

23:07 Market Trends

23:20 Stock Picking in a Bull Market

23:37 Benchmarking Your Portfolio

25:24 Silver vs. Gold Performance

26:56 Exploration Stocks and Alpha

27:44 Retail Interest in Development

29:49 Investment Strategies and Risks

32:36 Jurisdictional and Geopolitical Factors

34:26 Evaluating Junior Mining Stocks

Joe Mazumdar’s website: https://www.explorationinsights.com/

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In this episode of Mining Stock Education, host Brian Leni interviews Brian Dalton, CEO of Altius Minerals, to discuss the current state of the mining royalty sector. They delve into various topics including the competitive edge among royalty companies, contrarian opportunities in the market, and Altius's recent acquisition of Lithium Royalty Corp. Dalton shares his perspective on the importance of royalty and streaming financing, the impact of new entrants like Tether in the market, and how geopolitical factors and deglobalization are shaping the sector. He also discusses the challenges and opportunities in asset selection, the implications of market overshoots, and the future of the mining industry. Listeners will gain valuable insights on how to think like a CEO of a royalty company and make informed investment decisions.

00:00 Introduction

00:30 Current State of the Mining Royalty Sector

01:12 Consolidation and New Entrants in the Royalty Space

01:39 The Role of Royalties in Mining Financing

04:27 Tether's Entry into the Royalty Space

07:42 Investor Perspectives and Market Dynamics

22:08 Contrarian Opportunities in the Mining Sector

28:08 The Commitment of a Royalty Investor

28:53 Investor vs. Businessman: Key Differences

29:28 The Importance of Market Valuation

30:13 Navigating Emotions in Investment

30:52 Discussing the Lithium Royalty Corp Acquisition

31:46 Lithium Market Dynamics and Growth

40:16 The Role of Geopolitics in Resource Investment

44:17 Balancing Cash and Shares in Deals

46:34 Ranking Opportunities in the Metals Market

51:24 Altius's Market Presence and Future Plans

Altius Minerals: https://altiusminerals.com/

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This interview was NOT sponsored. Mining Stock Education offers informational content based on available data but it does not constitute investment, tax, or legal advice. It may not be appropriate for all situations or objectives. Readers and listeners should seek professional advice, make independent investigations and assessments before investing. MSE does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of its content and should not be solely relied upon for investment decisions. MSE and its owner may hold financial interests in the companies discussed and can trade such securities without notice. MSE is biased towards its advertising sponsors which make this platform possible. MSE is not liable for representations, warranties, or omissions in its content. By accessing MSE content, users agree that MSE and its affiliates bear no liability related to the information provided or the investment decisions you make. Full disclaimer: https://www.miningstockeducation.com/disclaimer/

Ivan Bebek, Chair and CEO of Coppernico Metals, comments on the newest copper surface results of 155m of .54% continuous copper via channel sampling at the Nioc target at the company’s Sombrero copper-gold project in Peru: “The Nioc target area continues to deliver outstanding surface results, with strong copper grades and widths that align closely with our mapping and geophysical data. Sombrero hosts multiple large-scale copper skarn and porphyry targets, and our two key advanced targets, Fierrazo and Nioc, are distinguished by impressive historical drilling and exciting new surface results.”

Sponsor: https://coppernicometals.com/

TSX:COPR; OTCQB: CPPMF; FSE: 9I3

Press release discussed: https://coppernicometals.com/coppernico-defines-155-m-of-continuous-copper-mineralization-averaging-0-54-at-sombreros-nioc-target/

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In this episode of Mining Stock Education, host Bill Powers discusses the strategic merger of Contango Ore and Dolly Varden Silver Corp. with their CEOs, Rick Van Nieuwenhuyse and Shawn Khunkhun. The executives explain their vision for creating a high-growth, mid-tier precious metals producer in North America. They highlight the geographical synergies, high-grade projects, and complementary skill sets that make the merger attractive to investors. Both companies aim to leverage their combined resources to establish a robust 20-year business plan centered around a hub-and-spoke model for gold and silver production. With strong support from shareholders, the merger is expected to be finalized in March, positioning the new entity to compete with producers like Hecla Mining.

00:00 Introduction

00:58 Meet the Executives:

01:34 Strategic Merger Insights

06:35 Synergies and Future Plans

12:44 Feedback from Shareholders

19:19 Production and Financial Projections

31:04 Closing Remarks and Investor Advice

Learn more about the merger: https://contango-ore-to-merge-with-dolly-varden-silver.com/

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Sponsor Dolly Varden Silver Corp. pays MSE a United States dollar seven thousand per month coverage fee. The forward-looking statement disclaimer found in Dolly Varden’s most-recent company slide deck found at www.DollyVardenSilver.com applies to everything discussed in this interview. Mining Stock Education (MSE) offers informational content based on available data but it does not constitute investment, tax, or legal advice. It may not be appropriate for all situations or objectives. Readers and listeners should seek professional advice, make independent investigations and assessments before investing. MSE does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of its content and should not be solely relied upon for investment decisions. MSE and its owner may hold financial interests in the companies discussed and can trade such securities without notice. MSE is biased towards its advertising sponsors which make this platform possible. MSE is not liable for representations, warranties, or omissions in its content. By accessing MSE content, users agree that MSE and its affiliates bear no liability related to the information provided or the investment decisions you make. Full disclaimer: https://www.miningstockeducation.com/disclaimer/

In this episode of Mining Stock Education, host Bill Powers and co-host Brian Leni reflect on their learnings and investment strategies from the past year, offering valuable insights for junior mining investors. The discussion centers around the importance of having key partners, recognizing and responding to management's reactions to questions, understanding the psychology behind conmen, and the significance of maintaining contentment and not getting too greedy. Both Bill and Brian emphasize careful due diligence, reading official filings, and being wary of macro narratives overshadowing micro company fundamentals. They also highlight the importance of seizing profits at the right times and the pitfalls of over-investing in too many companies. Practical advice and personal anecdotes make this episode a must-listen for those looking to improve their investment approach in the junior mining sector.

00:00 Introduction and Yearly Reflection

00:44 The Importance of Key Partners in Investing

02:31 Evaluating Investment Opportunities

05:43 Lessons from Wealthy Investors

06:25 The Role of Luck in Investing

10:22 The Value of Physical Bullion

14:39 Understanding Conmen in Investments

20:23 Recognizing Red Flags in Promotions

23:35 Revisiting Investment Fundamentals

28:33 Understanding Change of Management Fees

29:17 The Importance of Bonus Structures

29:39 Hidden Details in M&A Deals

29:56 Management Incentives and Due Diligence

33:27 Cultural Perspectives on Trust

35:20 Lessons from Personal Investment Experiences

39:41 The Importance of Taking Profits

40:59 Reflections on Investment Strategies

47:00 Final Thoughts and Reflections for 2026

51:26 Conclusion and Upcoming Interviews

Brian’s website: https://www.juniorstockreview.com/

Bill’s Twitter: https://x.com/MiningStockEdu

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Kenorland Minerals CEO Zach Flood comments: “The maiden mineral resource estimate (2.55 Moz Gold @ 5.47 g/t) of the Regnault gold deposit firmly underpins the value of Kenorland and our 4% NSR royalty. Achieved in under five years from grassroots discovery, at a low discovery cost of roughly $20 per ounce, Regnault has emerged as a high-grade, multi-million-ounce gold deposit that remains wide open for expansion. Discoveries of this magnitude are rare and given the relatively modest amount of drilling completed to date, substantial upside potential remains. We’re immensely proud to have reached this milestone in close collaboration with our partners at Sumitomo and look forward to their continued leadership of the Project moving forward. The Frotet Royalty now stands as one of the highest-quality royalty assets in the junior sector and will continue to be a clear driver of long-term value for Kenorland shareholders.”

Kenorland looks to identify gaps in exploration maturity within prospective districts based on large scale compilation and integration of geological, geochemical and geophysical data. Kenorland’s management team and advisors have extensive experience in project and target generation from continent-wide area selection to deposit scale exploration across the globe. Combining the team’s extensive exploration experience with an integrated approach places Kenorland in an optimal position to generate shareholder wealth through JV partnerships, generated royalties, equity positions and new discoveries.

https://www.kenorlandminerals.com/

TSXV: KLD | OTCQX: KLDCF | FSE: 3WQ0

0:00 Intro

00:47 Maiden Regnault Mineral Resource Estimate

01:06 Exploration and Joint Ventures with Sumitomo

03:49 Valuation and Market Response

05:31 Future Prospects and Developments

09:25 South Uchi Project

11:10 Financial Position and Partner Funding

15:53 Closing Remarks

Press release discussed: https://www.kenorlandminerals.com/news/2025/kenorland-minerals-reports-maiden-inferred-resource-of-145-mt-at-547-gt-au-for-255-million-ounces-at-the-frotet-project-quebec-where-it-holds-a-4-nsr-royalty

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In this episode of Mining Stock Education, host Bill Powers interviews David Erfle from Junior Miner Junky. They discuss David's journey in the mining stock sector since 2003, covering his early successes, lessons learned, and strategies for managing investment portfolios in junior mining stocks. Topics include the importance of risk management, the significance of transparency in newsletters, insights on specific companies like Montage Gold, Vizsla Silver, Discovery Silver, and trends in the mining industry. David shares his experiences of navigating market cycles, taking profits, and reinvesting in promising opportunities. The episode is packed with valuable advice for investors interested in multiplying their wealth through junior miners.

00:00 Introduction

00:48 David Erfle’s Journey in Junior Mining

01:35 Building Wealth Through Junior Miners

02:38 The Launch of JMJ Newsletter

04:13 Navigating Market Challenges and Opportunities

05:18 Investment Strategies and Portfolio Management

15:08 Silver Market Dynamics and Predictions

24:47 Discussing Recent Company Deals

25:14 Lessons from Past Investments

26:42 Strategies for Holding or Selling Stocks

28:00 Reflecting on Investment Mistakes

29:44 The Importance of Risk Management

31:22 Humility and Experience in Investing

33:32 Anecdotal Gold Stock Peak indicator

David’s website: https://juniorminerjunky.com/

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In this episode of Mining Stock Education, host Bill Powers interviews natural resource investing expert Rick Rule from Rule Investment Media. Rick discusses his 40-year investment journey, highlighting his approach to oil stock allocation. He explains his strategy of persistence, tenacity, and focusing on high-quality people. Rick reveals his preferences for US and Canadian oil stocks, providing specific stocks he holds in his portfolio. He also touches on his views on opportunity cost, the importance of valuation, and his personal rules for investing in junior miners. Additionally, Rick discusses his thoughts on the precious metals sector, government involvement in private industry, and future investment plans. The episode concludes with insights into the Rule Symposium and its value for investors.

00:00 Introduction

00:41 Rick Rule on Investment Strategies

03:23 The Hate Trade Strategy

04:57 Valuation and Selling Strategies

07:44 Opportunity Cost and Market Predictions

11:25 Common Mistakes in Speculation

17:38 The Role of Newsletter Writers

25:30 Government Funding and Market Impact

29:16 Rick's Exit Strategy with Sprott

29:36 Sprott's Unique Investment Opportunities

30:58 Rick's Stock Transactions and Regulatory Challenges

31:39 Sprott's Future and Market Growth

34:05 Rick's Permanent Portfolio Holdings

37:24 Rick's Oil Investments and Preferences

42:49 Merging Companies in the Precious Metals Sector

45:32 Fresnillo's Strategic Moves Beyond Mexico

49:49 Rick's Insights on Mexican Mining Operations

50:50 Rick's Symposium and Free Resources

54:48 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Rule Symposium July 6-10 in Boca Rotan, FL: https://events.ringcentral.com/events/2026-rule-symposium/registration

If you would like Rick to review your mining stock portfolio reach out to him at:

https://ruleinvestmentmedia.com/

Rule Investment Media YT channel: https://www.youtube.com/@RuleInvestmentMedia

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