The Northern Miner Podcast

This week’s episode features Jeffrey Christian, managing partner at CPM Group, in conversation with host Adrian Pocobelli on the state of the current gold bull market. Christian examines the parallels with the late 1970s and offers insight into China’s expanding influence on global precious metals. He also shares his perspective on copper and what may lie ahead for the metal. All this and more with host Adrian Pocobelli. This week’s Spotlight features Rob King, Executive Vice President for North America at Seequent, who discusses the growing demand for metals to power artificial intelligence infrastructure and how Seequent’s advanced software is driving innovation across the mining industry. To learn more, visit: https://www.seequent.com/ “Rattlesnake Railroad”, “Big Western Sky”, “Western Adventure” and “Battle on the Western Frontier” by Brett Van Donsel (⁠www.incompetech.com⁠). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License ⁠creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0⁠ Apple Podcasts:⁠ https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-northern-miner-podcast/id1099281201⁠ Spotify:⁠ https://open.spotify.com/show/78lyjMTRlRwZxQwz2fwQ4K⁠ YouTube:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@NorthernMiner⁠ Soundcloud:⁠ https://soundcloud.com/northern-miner

This week’s episode features Juan Biset, consultant and former Undersecretary of Mining and Sustainability in Argentina, in conversation with host Adrian Pocobelli. Biset discusses Argentina’s growing mining sector and the country’s significant copper potential, as well as its efforts to position itself alongside leading South American mining jurisdictions like Peru and Chile.  All this and more with host Adrian Pocobelli. This week’s Spotlight features Fred Earnest, president and CEO of Vista Gold, discussing the company’s Mt. Todd gold project in Australia’s Northern Territory. To learn more, visit: https://www.vistagold.com/ “Rattlesnake Railroad”, “Big Western Sky”, “Western Adventure” and “Battle on the Western Frontier” by Brett Van Donsel (⁠www.incompetech.com⁠). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License ⁠creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0⁠ Apple Podcasts:⁠ https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-northern-miner-podcast/id1099281201⁠ Spotify:⁠ https://open.spotify.com/show/78lyjMTRlRwZxQwz2fwQ4K⁠ YouTube:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@NorthernMiner⁠ Soundcloud:⁠ https://soundcloud.com/northern-miner

This week’s episode features VRIC and VRIC Media president and CEO Jay Martin in conversation with host Adrian Pocobelli on the ongoing bull market in gold and his investment strategy as record highs continue to be broken daily. Martin also shares his investment outlook on other key metals, including silver, copper, and nickel, and offers his perspective on the U.S. government’s recent investments in mining companies. All this and more with host Adrian Pocobelli. This week's Spotlight features Becker Mining Systems Canada CEO Albert Bower on the company's cutting edge communications technologies for both overground and underground mining, as well as how artifical intelligence is helping improve outcomes on mine sites. To learn more, visit: https://www.becker-mining.com/ “Rattlesnake Railroad”, “Big Western Sky”, “Western Adventure” and “Battle on the Western Frontier” by Brett Van Donsel (⁠www.incompetech.com⁠). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License ⁠creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0⁠ Apple Podcasts:⁠ https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-northern-miner-podcast/id1099281201⁠ Spotify:⁠ https://open.spotify.com/show/78lyjMTRlRwZxQwz2fwQ4K⁠ YouTube:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@NorthernMiner⁠ Soundcloud:⁠ https://soundcloud.com/northern-miner

This week’s episode features Northern Miner Western Editor Henry Lazenby in conversation with host Adrian Pocobelli about the Precious Metals Summit and Mining Forum Americas conferences. Lazenby highlights how discipline has become a central concern for both major and junior companies, the continued popularity of streaming and royalty companies as financing vehicles for explorers, and the major announcement of Barrick Mining’s Fourmile project at Mining Forum Americas. All this and more with host Adrian Pocobelli. “Rattlesnake Railroad”, “Big Western Sky”, “Western Adventure” and “Battle on the Western Frontier” by Brett Van Donsel (⁠www.incompetech.com⁠). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License ⁠creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0⁠ Apple Podcasts:⁠ https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-northern-miner-podcast/id1099281201⁠ Spotify:⁠ https://open.spotify.com/show/78lyjMTRlRwZxQwz2fwQ4K⁠ YouTube:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@NorthernMiner⁠ Soundcloud:⁠ https://soundcloud.com/northern-miner

This week’s episode features Canaccord Genuity senior investment advisor Cam Currie in conversation with host Adrian Pocobelli on gold and silver stocks, the bond market, the dollar, and industrial metals. Currie explains why he believes gold stocks are set to continue performing, and why equities offer better opportunities than the metals themselves. He also shares his outlook on silver, copper, and lithium, and highlights why some of the greatest opportunities often lie in overlooked markets. All this and more with host Adrian Pocobelli. This week’s Spotlight features Major Drilling Chief Technology Officer Marc Landry and GeoSolutions Services Manager Patricia Frisch, who discuss the company’s latest developments, including the Rock5 real-time data platform for senior mining clients, as well as collaborations with DGI Geoscience and KORE Geosystems. To learn more, visit: majordrilling.com. “Rattlesnake Railroad”, “Big Western Sky”, “Western Adventure” and “Battle on the Western Frontier” by Brett Van Donsel (⁠www.incompetech.com⁠). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License ⁠creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0⁠ Apple Podcasts:⁠ https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-northern-miner-podcast/id1099281201⁠ Spotify:⁠ https://open.spotify.com/show/78lyjMTRlRwZxQwz2fwQ4K⁠ YouTube:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@NorthernMiner⁠ Soundcloud:⁠ https://soundcloud.com/northern-miner

This week’s episode features Nicole Richards, CEO of Allonnia, a biotechnology company developing innovative solutions for mining waste. Richards discusses how recent advances in biotech in the last five years are enabling cost-effective, efficient, and environmentally sustainable approaches to one of the industry’s toughest challenges. All this and more with host Adrian Pocobelli. “Rattlesnake Railroad”, “Big Western Sky”, “Western Adventure” and “Battle on the Western Frontier” by Brett Van Donsel (⁠www.incompetech.com⁠). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License ⁠creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0⁠ Apple Podcasts:⁠ https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-northern-miner-podcast/id1099281201⁠ Spotify:⁠ https://open.spotify.com/show/78lyjMTRlRwZxQwz2fwQ4K⁠ YouTube:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@NorthernMiner⁠ Soundcloud:⁠ https://soundcloud.com/northern-miner

This week’s episode features Agnico Eagle chair Sean Boyd and Northern Miner Group president Anthony Vaccaro on the Great Canadian Treasure Hunt—a contest launched by the Northern Miner that hides a treasure box on public land, containing a code redeemable for C$1.3 million in gold. Boyd also shares his insights on the gold market and Agnico Eagle’s philosophy, while both guests reflect on mining in Canada, mining and the Arctic. Get you first clue to the Great Canadian Treasure Hunt at http://treasure.northernminer.com All this and more with host Adrian Pocobelli. This week’s Spotlight features Dale Verran, CEO of Fortune Bay, who discusses the company’s Goldfields and Poma Rosa gold projects in northern Saskatchewan and Mexico. To learn more, visit fortunebaycorp.com. “Rattlesnake Railroad”, “Big Western Sky”, “Western Adventure” and “Battle on the Western Frontier” by Brett Van Donsel (⁠www.incompetech.com⁠). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License ⁠creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0⁠ Apple Podcasts:⁠ https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-northern-miner-podcast/id1099281201⁠ Spotify:⁠ https://open.spotify.com/show/78lyjMTRlRwZxQwz2fwQ4K⁠ YouTube:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@NorthernMiner⁠ Soundcloud:⁠ https://soundcloud.com/northern-miner

This week’s episode features Bunker Hill Mining executive chairman Richard Williams in conversation with host Adrian Pocobelli on the confluence of forces that shaped today’s mining industry. Williams explains how globalization and ESG policies have contributed to the supply chain concerns facing the sector in 2025. He also provides an update on the company’s Bunker Hill mine in Idaho, discusses the challenges of financing in a difficult market, and outlines how the project is moving forward. All this and more with host Adrian Pocobelli. This week’s Spotlight features Canstar Resources president and CEO Juan Carlos Giron Jr., who discusses the company’s Buchans-Mary March and Golden Baie gold projects in central Newfoundland. To learn more, visit: https://www.canstarresources.com/ “Rattlesnake Railroad”, “Big Western Sky”, “Western Adventure” and “Battle on the Western Frontier” by Brett Van Donsel (⁠www.incompetech.com⁠). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License ⁠creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0⁠ Apple Podcasts:⁠ https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-northern-miner-podcast/id1099281201⁠ Spotify:⁠ https://open.spotify.com/show/78lyjMTRlRwZxQwz2fwQ4K⁠ YouTube:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@NorthernMiner⁠ Soundcloud:⁠ https://soundcloud.com/northern-miner

This week’s episode features Rick Rule, CEO of Rule Investment Media, in conversation with Northern Miner Western Editor Henry Lazenby at the Rule Investment Symposium in Boca Raton, Florida. Rule explains why gold continues to be a compelling investment and shares his strategy for natural resource stocks. He also warns of an upcoming irrational phase in the market within the next 2–3 years, when companies may begin overpaying for acquisitions. All this and more with host Adrian Pocobelli. This week’s Spotlight features Blue Moon Metals CEO Christian Kargl-Simard, who discusses the company’s Nussir copper-gold-silver project in Norway and the Blue Moon zinc-gold-silver-copper project in the United States. To learn more, visit: bluemoonmetals.com. “Rattlesnake Railroad”, “Big Western Sky”, “Western Adventure” and “Battle on the Western Frontier” by Brett Van Donsel (⁠www.incompetech.com⁠). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License ⁠creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0⁠ Apple Podcasts:⁠ https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-northern-miner-podcast/id1099281201⁠ Spotify:⁠ https://open.spotify.com/show/78lyjMTRlRwZxQwz2fwQ4K⁠ YouTube:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@NorthernMiner⁠ Soundcloud:⁠ https://soundcloud.com/northern-miner

This week’s episode features Blake McLaughlin, Vice-President of Exploration at Axcap Ventures, in conversation with host Adrian Pocobelli. McLaughlin explains how exploration is being carried out in 2025 and why data is central to Axcap’s project acquisition strategy. He also discusses why North America remains a particularly attractive region for mining and how lower grades have become the new normal. All this and more with host Adrian Pocobelli. “Rattlesnake Railroad”, “Big Western Sky”, “Western Adventure” and “Battle on the Western Frontier” by Brett Van Donsel (⁠www.incompetech.com⁠). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License ⁠creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0⁠ Apple Podcasts:⁠ https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-northern-miner-podcast/id1099281201⁠ Spotify:⁠ https://open.spotify.com/show/78lyjMTRlRwZxQwz2fwQ4K⁠ YouTube:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@NorthernMiner⁠ Soundcloud:⁠ https://soundcloud.com/northern-miner

This week’s episode features Rim Fayjhi, Director of Women in Mining Canada, and Jennifer Berger, Board Advisor for Women in Mining Sudbury. They share how to participate in this year’s Trailblazer Awards, to be presented at PDAC, and discuss the state of women in the mining industry. Fayjhi reflects on her recent experience studying mining engineering at university, while Berger draws on two decades of industry experience. All this and more with host Adrian Pocobelli. This week’s Spotlight features Craig West, CEO of Coldblock Technologies Inc., who discusses the company’s innovative infrared-based assaying technology. Learn more at: https://coldblock.ca/  “Rattlesnake Railroad”, “Big Western Sky”, “Western Adventure” and “Battle on the Western Frontier” by Brett Van Donsel (⁠www.incompetech.com⁠). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License ⁠creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0⁠ Apple Podcasts:⁠ https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-northern-miner-podcast/id1099281201⁠ Spotify:⁠ https://open.spotify.com/show/78lyjMTRlRwZxQwz2fwQ4K⁠ YouTube:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@NorthernMiner⁠ Soundcloud:⁠ https://soundcloud.com/northern-miner

This week’s episode features Ilya Epikhin, Senior Principal at Arthur D. Little and Global Lead for Metals and Mining, in conversation with host Adrian Pocobelli. Epikhin offers his perspective on the evolving landscape of deep-sea mining in 2025, explaining why nations are racing to secure access to seabed resources ahead of a unified regulatory framework. He highlights the critical role of polymetallic nodules—rich in battery metals such as nickel, cobalt, and manganese—and addresses growing environmental concerns posed by the lack of international consensus within the International Seabed Authority (ISA). All this and more with host Adrian Pocobelli. “Rattlesnake Railroad”, “Big Western Sky”, “Western Adventure” and “Battle on the Western Frontier” by Brett Van Donsel (⁠www.incompetech.com⁠). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License ⁠creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0⁠ Apple Podcasts:⁠ https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-northern-miner-podcast/id1099281201⁠ Spotify:⁠ https://open.spotify.com/show/78lyjMTRlRwZxQwz2fwQ4K⁠ YouTube:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@NorthernMiner⁠ Soundcloud:⁠ https://soundcloud.com/northern-miner

This week’s episode features Jeffrey Christian, managing partner at CPM Group, in conversation with host Adrian Pocobelli. Christian shares his insights on the current macroeconomic landscape and explains why metals are attracting renewed interest from a wide range of investors. He also delves into the dynamics of currencies and the bond market, and unpacks the recent major moves in platinum, palladium, and silver. All this and more with host Adrian Pocobelli. This week’s Spotlight features Brien Lundin, editor of Gold Newsletter and host of the New Orleans Investment Conference, who discusses the opportunities he sees in the gold mining stocks. To learn more, visit: https://goldnewsletter.com  The New Orleans Investment Conference takes place Nov. 2-5, 2025. To learn more, visit: https://neworleansconference.com/   “Rattlesnake Railroad”, “Big Western Sky”, “Western Adventure” and “Battle on the Western Frontier” by Brett Van Donsel (⁠www.incompetech.com⁠). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License ⁠creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0⁠ Apple Podcasts:⁠ https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-northern-miner-podcast/id1099281201⁠ Spotify:⁠ https://open.spotify.com/show/78lyjMTRlRwZxQwz2fwQ4K⁠ YouTube:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@NorthernMiner⁠ Soundcloud:⁠ https://soundcloud.com/northern-miner

This week’s episode features Euro Sun Mining CEO Grant Sboros in conversation with host Adrian Pocobelli on the evolving state of mining in Europe. Sboros offers insight into the European Union’s recent Critical Raw Materials Act and how individual EU countries are responding to the legislation. He also delves into Euro Sun’s flagship Rovina project in west-central Romania, shares his approach to community engagement, and outlines the broader opportunities he sees for mining across the continent. All this and more with host Adrian Pocobelli. This week’s Spotlight features Mandalay Resources President and CEO Frazer Bourchier, who discusses the company’s upcoming merger with Alkane Resources. He highlights the combined strengths of their three operating gold mines and explores the new opportunities the merger opens up for future exploration and growth. To learn more, visit: https://mandalayresources.com/ “Rattlesnake Railroad”, “Big Western Sky”, “Western Adventure” and “Battle on the Western Frontier” by Brett Van Donsel (⁠www.incompetech.com⁠). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License ⁠creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0⁠ Apple Podcasts:⁠ https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-northern-miner-podcast/id1099281201⁠ Spotify:⁠ https://open.spotify.com/show/78lyjMTRlRwZxQwz2fwQ4K⁠ YouTube:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@NorthernMiner⁠ Soundcloud:⁠ https://soundcloud.com/northern-miner

This week’s episode features Carolyn Loder, the first woman in over a century to be inducted into the National Mining Hall of Fame. She also serves on the boards of K2 Gold Corporation and Integra Resources. Loder shares her insights on the evolving relationship between the mining industry and Indigenous communities in the United States, and reflects on the shifting tone in Washington toward domestic mining. She also highlights the vital role of the Women’s Mining Coalition and traces the progress of women in the mining sector over the past 50 years. All this and more with host Adrian Pocobelli. This week’s Spotlight features Rua Gold CEO Robert Eckford, who discusses the company’s Reefton Goldfield project on New Zealand’s South Island, as well as Glamorgan Property in the north. To learn more, visit: https://ruagold.com/ “Rattlesnake Railroad”, “Big Western Sky”, “Western Adventure” and “Battle on the Western Frontier” by Brett Van Donsel (⁠www.incompetech.com⁠). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License ⁠creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0⁠ Apple Podcasts:⁠ https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-northern-miner-podcast/id1099281201⁠ Spotify:⁠ https://open.spotify.com/show/78lyjMTRlRwZxQwz2fwQ4K⁠ YouTube:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@NorthernMiner⁠ Soundcloud:⁠ https://soundcloud.com/northern-miner

This week’s episode features Greg Lang, president and CEO of Novagold, in conversation with host Adrian Pocobelli. Lang discusses the recent sale of Barrick’s stake in the Donlin Gold project in Alaska and what it means for the future of the development. He reflects on his long career in the mining industry—beginning in operations and later holding senior leadership roles at Barrick and now at Novagold. Lang also outlines the next steps for Donlin, explains the rationale behind the sale, and shares why he believes the transaction will bring renewed momentum to the project.   All this and more with host Adrian Pocobelli. This week’s Spotlight features Jon Nelson, FM Principal Engineer for Mining and Molten Materials, who discusses key risk factors at mining sites, with a focus on conveyor systems. Nelson explains why conveyors are critical to operations and highlights the major risks they face—including fire, high winds, and mechanical failure. To learn more, visit: ⁠https://risk.fm.com/mining⁠  “Rattlesnake Railroad”, “Big Western Sky”, “Western Adventure” and “Battle on the Western Frontier” by Brett Van Donsel (⁠⁠www.incompetech.com⁠⁠). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License ⁠⁠creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0⁠⁠ Apple Podcasts:⁠⁠ https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-northern-miner-podcast/id1099281201⁠⁠ Spotify:⁠⁠ https://open.spotify.com/show/78lyjMTRlRwZxQwz2fwQ4K⁠⁠ YouTube:⁠⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@NorthernMiner⁠⁠ Soundcloud:⁠⁠ https://soundcloud.com/northern-miner⁠

This week’s episode features George McLeod, Mining Leader at Critical Risk Team, in conversation with host Adrian Pocobelli. McLeod unpacks recent developments in Africa’s Sahel region, including the expropriation of Barrick’s Loulo-Gounkoto mine in Mali. The discussion also explores China’s role in the global rare earths supply chain, the ongoing conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo, and encouraging progress in Ontario’s Ring of Fire region to advance critical mineral development. All this and more with host Adrian Pocobelli. “Rattlesnake Railroad”, “Big Western Sky”, “Western Adventure” and “Battle on the Western Frontier” by Brett Van Donsel (⁠www.incompetech.com⁠). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License ⁠creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0⁠ Apple Podcasts:⁠ https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-northern-miner-podcast/id1099281201⁠ Spotify:⁠ https://open.spotify.com/show/78lyjMTRlRwZxQwz2fwQ4K⁠ YouTube:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@NorthernMiner⁠ Soundcloud:⁠ https://soundcloud.com/northern-miner

This week's episode feature EY Americas Metals & Mining Leader Theo Yameogo in conversation with host Adrian Pocobelli on the recent G7 summit that took place in Kananaskis, Alberta, from June 15-17, 2025. Yameogo notes that though critical minerals were at the top of the agenda, a disconnect remains between the vision of political leaders and the practical realities of the mining industry. He also discusses how the conversation revolved around economic security, and suggests as a possible solution that politicians invite mining company CEOs to the events in order to ground the discussion in what's actually possible, while the mining industry needs to better explain itself to politicians.  All this and more with host Adrian Pocobelli. This week’s Spotlight features Tim Clark, CEO and Director of Fury Gold Mines, as he discusses the company’s high-grade gold projects in Nunavut and Quebec. Clark shares insights into Fury’s exploration strategy and what sets their assets apart in two of Canada’s most prospective mining regions. To learn more, visit: https://furygoldmines.com/ Music Credits “Rattlesnake Railroad”, “Big Western Sky”, “Western Adventure” and “Battle on the Western Frontier” by Brett Van Donsel (⁠www.incompetech.com⁠). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License ⁠creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0⁠ Apple Podcasts:⁠ https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-northern-miner-podcast/id1099281201⁠ Spotify:⁠ https://open.spotify.com/show/78lyjMTRlRwZxQwz2fwQ4K⁠ YouTube:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@NorthernMiner⁠ Soundcloud:⁠ https://soundcloud.com/northern-miner

This week’s episode features Sean Roosen, Founder, Executive Chairman, and CEO of Osisko Development, in conversation with host Adrian Pocobelli. Roosen shares his perspective on the recent elections in the United States and Canada, and what they could mean for mining policy across North America. He also provides an update on Osisko Development’s flagship Cariboo project in British Columbia, discusses how the company has successfully fast-tracked permitting, and explains the strategic approach behind the major discoveries he’s been involved in. All this and more with host Adrian Pocobelli. Music Credits “Rattlesnake Railroad”, “Big Western Sky”, “Western Adventure” and “Battle on the Western Frontier” by Brett Van Donsel (⁠www.incompetech.com⁠). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License ⁠creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0⁠ Apple Podcasts:⁠ https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-northern-miner-podcast/id1099281201⁠ Spotify:⁠ https://open.spotify.com/show/78lyjMTRlRwZxQwz2fwQ4K⁠ YouTube:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@NorthernMiner⁠ Soundcloud:⁠ https://soundcloud.com/northern-miner

This week’s episode features Mark Patterson, BC Mining Leader at PwC Canada, in conversation with host Adrian Pocobelli about PwC’s newly released report, From Shock to Opportunity: A Time for Decisive Action. Patterson addresses the impact of U.S. tariffs, recent Canadian election outcomes, key commodities driving BC’s mining sector, and ways government can accelerate exploration in the province. He also highlights how environmental vigilance remains a priority for miners, even as recent industry discussions have shifted from ESG concerns toward supply chain stability. This week’s Spotlight features ValOre Metals Chairman and CEO Jim Paterson, who discusses the company's Pedra Branca platinum group elements (PGE) project in northeastern Brazil. ValOre Metals is a member of the Discovery Group. To learn more, visit valoremetals.com and discoverygroup.ca. All this and more with host Adrian Pocobelli. Music Credits “Rattlesnake Railroad”, “Big Western Sky”, “Western Adventure” and “Battle on the Western Frontier” by Brett Van Donsel (⁠www.incompetech.com⁠). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License ⁠creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0⁠ Apple Podcasts:⁠ https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-northern-miner-podcast/id1099281201⁠ Spotify:⁠ https://open.spotify.com/show/78lyjMTRlRwZxQwz2fwQ4K⁠ YouTube:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@NorthernMiner⁠ Soundcloud:⁠ https://soundcloud.com/northern-miner