In this interview, Darren Stralow, Managing Director & CEO at Bellevue Gold, gives us an overview of Bellevue's transition from developer to producer.

Here's what you will learn:

• Darren's background and early career in Mining
• An overview of Bellevue Gold
• An overview of the challenges in moving from developer to producer
• The significance of the first gold pour, and what happened with that very first bar.

This interview was recorded on October 16, 2024.

About Bellevue Gold

Bellevue Gold Limited is developing the high-grade Bellevue Gold Project. The Project has a current global Mineral Resource of 9.8Mt @ 9.9 g/t gold for 3.1 Moz, including a Probable Ore Reserve of 6.8 Mt @ 6.1 g/t gold for 1.34 Moz, making it one of the highest grade gold discoveries in the world and the highest grade gold development project in Australia.

Bellevue Gold trades on the ASX under the ticker BGL.

Links and Resources from this Episode

1. YouTube Interview with Darren
2. Bellevue Gold's website
3. Bellevue's 3D VRIFY presentation.

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Jargon in Today's Episode

• Head Grade: The amount of valuable mineral (like gold) found in each ton of ore, which helps determine the mine’s profitability.
• Raised Bores: Vertical tunnels or shafts dug to connect different levels of an underground mine, allowing ventilation, movement, and equipment installation.
• Tailings Dam: A large, secure embankment built to store leftover waste from mining processes after the valuable minerals have been extracted.
• Feasibility Studies: In-depth assessments that evaluate whether a mining project is financially, technically, and legally possible before it begins.

Timestamps

• (00:00) Episode overview
• (01:10) Darren's background and experience
• (05:02) Bellevue Gold overview
• (07:02) Transition to producer and its challenges
• (11:03) The significance of the first gold pour
• (14:29) Challenges as a producer
• (18:00) Bellevue's net-zero targets and 'Green Gold'
• (23:06) 49er's talk & conclusion

Disclaimer

This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Investing in stocks involves risks, including the loss of principal. Always conduct your own research and consult with a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions.

Rock Talk does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of its content and should not be solely relied upon for investment decisions. Rock Talk is not liable for representations, warranties, or omissions in its content. By accessing our content, users agree that Rock Talk bears no liability related to the information provided or the investment decisions you make.

In this interview, Andrew Paterson, Managing Director at Great Boulder Resources, gives us an overview of geochemistry 101.

Here's what you will learn:

• Andrew's background and early career in Mining
• An overview of Great Boulder Resources
• An introductory look at geochemistry.
• What is it, how is it used, how are samples collected?

About Great Boulder Resources

This interview with Andrew Paterson was recorded on August 7, 2024.

Great Boulder is a mineral exploration with high-quality gold and base metals in Western Australia.

With a primary focus on definition of the company-making Mulga Bill deposit at Side Well, the Company is also exploring for gold at Whiteheads near Kalgoorlie and for zinc and lead at the Wellington project in the Earaheedy Basin.

Great Boulder trades on the ASX under the ticker GBR.

Links and Resources from this Episode

1. YouTube Interview with Andrew
2. Great Boulder's website
3. Great Boulder on LinkedIn
4. Great Boulder is listed on the ASX under ticker GBR
5. Great Boulder's 3D VRIFY presentation.

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Jargon in Today's Episode

• Intrusive related system: A type of mineral deposit formed from molten rock that pushed into existing rock layers.
• Alluvial cover: Loose material, like sand or gravel, deposited by rivers or other flowing water on top of solid rock, often hiding minerals below.
• Regolith: The layer of loose, weathered material covering solid rock, important in exploration to understand what’s above the target mineral.
• RC (Reverse Circulation) drilling: A method of drilling that uses air to blow rock chips from deep underground to the surface, commonly used in mineral exploration.
• Pathfinders: Elements or minerals (like bismuth or molybdenum) that geologists look for because they often indicate the presence of valuable minerals nearby, such as gold.

Timestamps

• (00:00) Episode overview
• (01:34) Andrew's background and experience
• (06:08) Great Boulder Resources overview
• (07:43) How does geochem guide exploration?
• (10:18) Geochemical indicators (pathfinders)
• (11:48) Costs associated with geochem collection
• (16:34) Challenges in interpreting geochem
• (18:26) Episode conclusion

Disclaimer

This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Investing in stocks involves risks, including the loss of principal. Always conduct your own research and consult with a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions.

Rock Talk does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of its content and should not be solely relied upon for investment decisions. Rock Talk is not liable for representations, warranties, or omissions in its content. By accessing our content, users agree that Rock Talk bears no liability related to the information provided or the investment decisions you make.

In this interview, Aurélien Bonneviot, GM Strategy and Business Development at Robex Resources, discusses the challenges in restarting a past-producing mine.

Here's what you will learn:

• Aurélien's background and early career in Mining
• An overview of Robex Resources' Kiniero Mine
• A detailed look at all the challenges that go into bringing a historic mine back into production.
• How technology we take for granted has helped Robex scale its operations in west Africa.

This interview with Aurélien was recorded on July 19, 2024.

About Robex Resources

Robex currently owns two assets in the highly prospective Birimian Greenstone belt: the Nampala-producing gold mine in Mali and the Kiniero Gold Project in Guinea (Conakry).

Robex is also active in exploration, with drilling campaigns underway across its West African properties.

The Company intends to become a multi-mine, multi-jurisdiction gold producer in West Africa once the Kiniero Gold Project is in production.

Robex trades on the TSXV under the ticker RBX.

Links and Resources from this Episode

1. YouTube Interview with Aurélien
2. Robex's website
3. Robex is listed on the TSXV under ticker RBX
4. Robex's 3D VRIFY presentation.

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Jargon in Today's Episode

• Geochem Anomaly: This refers to an area where the concentration of certain chemicals or minerals is unusually high compared to surrounding areas, indicating a potential location for valuable mineral deposits.
• Core Logging: This is the process of recording detailed information about the geological features and rock types found in core samples drilled from beneath the Earth's surface, which helps in understanding the underground geology.
• Feasibility Study: A detailed analysis conducted before starting a mining project to determine whether it is economically viable, including assessing the potential costs, revenues, risks, and the overall practicality of the project.
• Geophysics: A method used in mining to study the physical properties of the Earth's subsurface, such as magnetism, gravity, and electrical conductivity, to help locate mineral deposits without drilling.
• Hydrothermal: Refers to processes involving heated water circulating through Earth's crust, which can dissolve and deposit minerals, often leading to the formation of rich ore deposits.

Timestamps

(00:00) Episode overview

(01:44) Aurelien's background and experience

(04:25) Robex Resources

(06:26) Challenges in restarting a mine

(13:01) How has technology helped?

(18:141) What comes next for Kiniero?

(21:01) Episode conclusion

Disclaimer

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Rock Talk does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of its content and should not be solely relied upon for investment decisions. Rock Talk is not liable for representations, warranties, or omissions in its content. By accessing our content, users agree that Rock Talk bears no liability related to the information provided or the investment decisions you make.

In this interview, Dr. Paul Gow, CEO of Tribeca Resources, gives us an overview of Iron Oxide Copper-Gold deposits.

Here's what you will learn:

• Paul's background in mining, and extensive history with IOCG's
• An overview of Tribeca Resources' La Higuera Project
• A 'geology 101' look at IOCG deposits.

This interview was recorded on July 3, 2024.

About Tribeca Resources

Tribeca Resources aims to be a partner of choice in delivering mid-stage exploration projects (i.e. with at least a maiden resource), that have the potential to be brought into production by the midcap producers.

Tribeca trades on the TSXV under the ticker TRBC.

Links and Resources from this Episode

1. YouTube Interview with Paul.
2. Tribeca Resources website.
3. Tribeca's interactive VRIFY deck.
4. Presentation Paul gave on the topic of global IOCG terranes.

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Jargon in Today's Episode

• IOCG: stands for "Iron Oxide Copper Gold," which refers to a type of mineral deposit characterized by the presence of valuable copper and gold minerals within large quantities of iron oxide minerals.
• Magentite: a type of iron ore that is magnetic and highly valuable for its iron content, often used in steel production.
• Hematite: a type of iron ore known for its reddish color and high iron content, making it a primary source of iron for steel production.
• Geophysical data: Techniques used to explore subsurface geology.
• Porphyry copper deposits: A type of large, low-grade mineral deposit.
• Sediment-hosted copper deposits: Copper deposits found in sedimentary rock.
• VHMS: Volcanic Hosted Massive Sulphide deposits, another type of mineral deposit.
• Seismic surveying: A geophysical method for exploring subsurface structures.
• Barren cover: Layers of rock or soil that do not contain significant mineralization.

Timestamps

• (00:00) Episode overview
• (01:42) Paul's background and experience
• (06:30) La Higuera Project
• (09:06) Intro to IOCG deposits
• (12:33) IOCG's globally
• (16:00) Targeting IOCG's
• (21:18) Structurally controlled mineralization
• (23:39) Learning more and conclusion

Disclaimer

This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Investing in stocks involves risks, including the loss of principal. Always conduct your own research and consult with a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions.

Rock Talk does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of its content and should not be solely relied upon for investment decisions. Rock Talk is not liable for representations, warranties, or omissions in its content. By accessing our content, users agree that Rock Talk bears no liability related to the information provided or the investment decisions you make.

In this interview, JP Paiement, Director AI and Targeting at VRIFY, discusses the company's new AI-powered drill targeting platform.

Here's what you will learn:

• JP's background in mining and early career
• JP's success with the 2016 Integra Gold Rush Challenge, using machine learning
• A high-level overview of how VRIFY's AI drill targeting service works.

=== About VRIFY AI ===

VRIFY AI represents a paradigm shift in mineral exploration, leveraging the power of advanced algorithmic models to analyze and interpret complex geological datasets. By integrating large language models with sophisticated machine learning classifiers, we generate probabilistic 3D maps of the Earth's subsurface, aimed at pinpointing prospective mineral deposits.

Links and Resources from this Episode

1. YouTube Interview with JP
2. VRIFY AI's website

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Jargon in Today's Episode

• VMS: stands for "Volcanogenic Massive Sulfide," which is a type of mineral deposit formed from volcanic and hydrothermal activity on the seafloor, rich in metals like copper, zinc, and lead.
• Point cloud: a collection of data points in a three-dimensional space that represent the external surface of an object or scene, often used in 3D modeling and imaging technologies.

Timestamps

• (00:00) Episode overview
• (01:57) JP's background
• (03:49) Integra Gold Rush Challenge
• (08:14) Overview of VRIFY AI
• (21:22) Interesting outputs of the prediction model
• (23:49) When real-world results?
• (27:31) Conclusion

Disclaimer

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Rock Talk does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of its content and should not be solely relied upon for investment decisions. Rock Talk is not liable for representations, warranties, or omissions in its content. By accessing our content, users agree that Rock Talk bears no liability related to the information provided or the investment decisions you make.

In this interview, Claudia Tornquist, President & CEO of Kodiak Copper, discusses their 2024 exploration plans

Here's what you will learn:

• Claudia's random walk into the mining industry
• Kodiak Copper's 2024 exploration plans
• How Kodiak approaches targeting prospective zones
• How Kodiak is leveraging AI to uncover new targets
• Claudia's advice for anyone starting out in the mining industry.

About Kodiak Copper

This interview with Claudia Tornquist was recorded on June 7, 2024.

Kodiak Copper's MPD asset is 100% owned and located in a producing mining district in the prolific Quesnel terrane in southern British Columbia.

Links and Resources from this Episode

1. YouTube Interview with Claudia
2. Kodiak Copper's website
3. Press Release: Kodiak Provides Exploration Plans for 2024 and New VRIFY Areas of Interest
4. Kodiak is listed on the TSX.V under ticker KDK

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Jargon in Today's Episode

• Porphyry: Refers to a type of ore deposit that forms from mineral-rich fluids associated with magma, containing valuable metals like copper, often found in large, low-grade concentrations.
• Mineralization: The process where minerals, like gold or copper, accumulate in a particular area of rock, making it potentially valuable for mining.

Timestamps

• (00:00) Episode overview
• (01:23) Claudia's background
• (05:59) Kodiak Copper overview
• (07:16) Kodiak's 2024 exploration plans
• (10:03) How to approach drill targeting
• (15:54) Kodiaks' experience with VRIFY AI
• (21:50) Kodiaks' long term vision
• (24:05) Claudia's advice for mining newcomers

Disclaimer

This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Investing in stocks involves risks, including the loss of principal. Always conduct your own research and consult with a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions.

Rock Talk does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of its content and should not be solely relied upon for investment decisions. Rock Talk is not liable for representations, warranties, or omissions in its content. By accessing our content, users agree that Rock Talk bears no liability related to the information provided or the investment decisions you make.

In this interview, Chris Stevens, CEO at CODA Minerals, discusses how junior miners can better communicate with investors and other stakeholders.

Here's what you will learn:

• Chris' background in mining and impressive personal skills and hobbies.
• A high-level overview of the Elizabeth Creek Project.
• An overview of the Elizabeth Creek Copper-Cobalt Project
• Chris' thoughts on how junior miners can better engage investors
• An overview of IOCG and sedimentary copper deposits.
• What Karl hopes to get out of Rock Talk.

About Coda Minerals

Coda Minerals (ASX: COD) is an advanced exploration company focused on developing the highly prospective Elizabeth Creek Copper-Cobalt Project in South Australia, aiming to generate shareholder value through technical processing expertise and new technologies in sustainable mining.  

This interview with Chris Stevens, CEO of Coda Minerals, was recorded on May 23, 2024. 

Links and Resources from this Episode

1. YouTube Interview with Chris
2. Coda Minerals' website
3. Coda Minerals is listed on the ASX under ticker COD
4. Coda Mineral's 3D VRIFY presentation.
5. CodCast (YouTube)
6. CodCast (Apple Podcasts)

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Jargon in Today's Episode

• JORC: Joint Ore Reserves Committee Code is a set of standards used in the mining industry to classify and report mineral resources and ore reserves, ensuring the information is reliable and transparent for investors and stakeholders.
• IOCG: Iron Oxide Copper Gold deposits are a type of mineral deposit that contains valuable amounts of iron, copper, and gold, formed from hydrothermal fluids, and are significant sources of these metals.
• Nearology: refers to the practice of exploring and developing mineral deposits in areas near known, successful mines, based on the idea that similar geology might yield additional valuable resources.

Timestamps

• (00:00) Episdode intro
• (01:45) Chris' background
• (08:45) Elizabeth Creek Project overview
• (11:02) Investor Engagement
• (19:36) Sediment-hosted vs. IOCG deposits
• (24:26) Why Rock Talk?

Disclaimer

This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Investing in stocks involves risks, including the loss of principal. Always conduct your own research and consult with a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions.

Rock Talk does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of its content and should not be solely relied upon for investment decisions. Rock Talk is not liable for representations, warranties, or omissions in its content. By accessing our content, users agree that Rock Talk bears no liability related to the information provided or the investment decisions you make.

In this interview, Scott Williamson, Managing Director at Blackstone Minerals discusses his background into the mining sector, and whether the green initiatives of the Ta Khoa Project will lead to a green premium.

Here's what you will learn:

• Scott's path into mining and early career
• An overview of the fascinating Ta Khoa Project in Vietnam
• The path to net-zero carbon emissions at Ta Khoa
• A green premium?
• Scott's advice for those new to the industry

About Blackstone Minerals

This interview with Scott Williamson was recorded on May 1, 2024.

Blackstone Minerals (ASX: BSX) is an Australian-based mining company focused on the development of its flagship Ta Khoa Nickel Project in Vietnam. The Ta Khoa project, located 160km west of Hanoi, encompasses a modern nickel mine and a proposed refinery aimed at producing battery-grade nickel sulfate for the growing lithium-ion battery market.

Links and Resources from this Episode

1. YouTube Interview with Scott Williamson
2. Blackstone Mineral's website
3. Blackstone Minerals listed on the ASX under ticker BSX

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Jargon in Today's Episode

• pCAM: stands for "precursor Cathode Active Material," which refers to the raw materials used to make the cathodes in lithium-ion batteries, essential for storing and releasing energy in devices like electric cars and smartphones.
• Definitive Feasibility Study (DFS): is a detailed and comprehensive analysis conducted to determine the viability of a mining project, including exact costs, timelines, and potential profits, to decide whether it should proceed to development.
• Flow sheet: a diagram that shows the step-by-step process and equipment used to extract and process minerals from the ore, making it easier to understand how raw materials are turned into valuable products.
• Concentrator: a facility where ore is processed to increase the concentration of valuable minerals by separating them from waste rock, making it easier to extract and refine the desired metals.
• Bulk Sample: refers to collecting a large quantity of material from a potential mining site to test the composition and quality of minerals found there, helping to assess whether full-scale mining would be economically viable.
• Reagents: chemicals used in processing ore to help extract valuable minerals from rock, by either helping to dissolve the target minerals or causing them to react and separate from unwanted material.

Timestamps

• (00:00) Episode introduction
• (01:26) Scott's background in mining
• (03:53) Ta Khoa Project overview
• (06:59) Nickel prices and a green premium
• (11:37) Project costs
• (14:28) Scott's recommendations for mining newbies

Disclaimer

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Rock Talk does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of its content and should not be solely relied upon for investment decisions. Rock Talk is not liable for representations, warranties, or omissions in its content. By accessing our content, users agree that Rock Talk bears no liability related to the information provided or the investment decisions you make.

In this interview, Luke Alexander, CEO & President of Newcorew Gold, discusses importance of Preliminary Economic Assessments, and the key differences in Newcore's recently released 2024 PEA vs their 2021 PEA.

Here's what you will learn:

• Luke's background on the banking and financing side before joining Newcore Gold.
• What Luke enjoys about the corporate side of the industry
• What is the importance of a PEA?
• The key takeaways and economics of Newcore Gold's updated PEA.
• Further upside potential at Enchi, and considerations for mine site design.
• Luke's closing thoughts on the mining sector.

About Newcore Gold

This interview with Luke Alexander was recorded on April 26, 2024.

Newcore Gold (TSX.V:NCAU) owns 100% of their flagship Enchi Gold Project in Ghana, located along one of West Africa’s most prolific and developed gold trends.

Links and Resources from this Episode

1. YouTube Interview with Luke Alexander
2. Newcore Gold's website
3. Newcore Gold is listed on the TSX.V under ticker NCAU and the OTCQX under ticker NCAUF

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Jargon in Today's Episode

• PEA: a "PEA" or Preliminary Economic Assessment is an initial study to determine the potential viability and profitability of a mining project before more detailed and expensive evaluations are undertaken.
• NPV: "NPV" or Net Present Value is a financial metric used to assess the profitability of a project by calculating the difference between the present value of cash inflows and outflows over the life of the project.
• IRR: "IRR" or Internal Rate of Return is a financial measure used to evaluate the profitability of a project, representing the annualized effective compounded return rate at which all the project's net cash flows (both incoming and outgoing) are equal to zero.
• AISC: "AISC" or All-In Sustaining Cost is a comprehensive measure that captures the total expenses associated with producing metals from a mine, including operating costs and additional expenses necessary to maintain production.
• Along strike: refers to the direction parallel to the length of a geological feature, such as a layer of rock or a vein of ore, following its natural horizontal extension.
• Long section: a vertical slice through the ore body or geological structure, providing a side view that helps in understanding the depth and distribution of the minerals within.
• High-grade chutes: refer to areas within a mineral deposit where the concentration of valuable minerals is significantly higher than the surrounding ore, often leading to more profitable extraction.

Timestamps

• (00:00) Episode introduction
• (01:44) Luke's background in the industry
• (03:26) Playing the long game and the cyclical nature of mining
• (06:48) What is a PEA?
• (09:46) The economics of Newcore's update PEA
• (14:37) Further exploration and underground potential
• (19:23) Newcore's current mine site layout
• (22:23) Luke's parting thoughts and mining's positive impacts

Disclaimer

This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Investing in stocks involves risks, including the loss of principal. Always conduct your own research and consult with a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions.

Rock Talk does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of its content and should not be solely relied upon for investment decisions. Rock Talk is not liable for representations, warranties, or omissions in its content. By accessing our content, users agree that Rock Talk bears no liability related to the information provided or the investment decisions you make.

In this interview, Josh Serfass, Investor Relations at Integra Resources, provides a fascinating look at the often complex world of technical reports - PEAs, PFSs, and FSs.

Here's what you will learn:

• Josh's unique journey into the industry through a batch of baked goodies.
• A simplified explanation of the critical technical reports junior exploration companies need to navigate.
• The upside potential at Integra Resources’ DeLamar project and the upcoming Feasibility Study.
• Josh’s top tips for anyone new to the industry.

About Integra Resources

This interview with Josh Serfass was recorded on April 15, 2024.

Integra Resources (TSX.V:ITR) owns the DeLamar Project, a development-stage gold and silver project, in southwestern Idaho. The project has a large resource base, significant exploration potential, and the ability to leverage existing infrastructure and historical mining facilities.

Links and Resources from this Episode

1. YouTube Interview with Josh Serfass
2. Integra Resources website
3. Integra's PFS Deck (VRIFY 3D Model)
4. Integra Resources is listed on the TSX.V under ticker ITR

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Jargon in Today's Episode

• GIS: Geographic Information Systems is a technology used to analyze and visualize geographic data to help locate mineral deposits and plan mining operations.
• IR: Investor Relations, which involves managing communications and relationships between the mining company and its investors to provide updates and information about the company’s performance and prospects.
• Deposit: a natural concentration of minerals within the Earth that can be economically extracted and used.
• Ore body: a concentrated accumulation of minerals within the Earth's crust that contains enough metal to be economically extracted and processed.
• Metallurgy: refers to the science and technology of extracting metals from their ores, refining them, and preparing them for use.
• Heap leach pad: a large, lined area where piles of crushed ore are placed and irrigated with a chemical solution to extract valuable metals like gold and copper.
• Flotation plant: a facility where the flotation process is used to separate valuable minerals from ore by mixing crushed rock with water and chemicals, causing the minerals to float to the surface for collection.
• (Non) Oxides: "oxide" refers to minerals containing oxygen that are often easier to process, while "non-oxide" refers to minerals without oxygen, typically requiring more complex extraction methods.

Timestamps

• (00:00) Introduction
• (02:09) How did Josh get into mining?
• (04:55) Josh's approach to learning the industry
• (07:28) An overview of technical reports
• (11:36) A visual look at Integra's PFS
• (15:44) Josh's best advice for new stakeholders in mining

Disclaimer

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Rock Talk does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of its content and should not be solely relied upon for investment decisions. Rock Talk is not liable for representations, warranties, or omissions in its content. By accessing our content, users agree that Rock Talk bears no liability related to the information provided or the investment decisions you make.