In this episode of Mining Stock Education, host Brian Leni welcomes Nicole Adshead-Bell to discuss the psychology of participants in the junior mining sector. Listen as Nicole shares her insights on the current state of the gold and copper markets, the importance of profit-taking, and the dynamics driving M&A activity. Learn how understanding investor behavior and market cycles can help you make more informed and profitable investment decisions in the mining sector.

Nicole Adshead-Bell is the Director of Cupel Advisory. She is a PhD geologist by trade and has worked in the resource sector for more than 25 years. Her roles within the sector have varied from analyst to M&A facilitator to junior resource company board member.

Notable quote from Dr. Adshead-Bell: " None of us can predict the top or the bottom, but I think behavioral characteristics in bull markets are very, very predictable.  There's been really interesting psychological studies done on this, people get more upset with their broker for selling a winning position too early than they do for holding onto a losing position. And you just think about how irrational that is."

00:00 Introduction
00:27 Insights on Precious Metals
00:45 Market Behavior and Investment Strategies
03:46 The Psychology of Selling and Profit Taking
08:42 Generalist Investors and Market Sentiment
18:29 Mergers and Acquisitions in the Bull Market
24:04 Understanding Incentive Compensation in Mining
25:12 The Aurion and Rupert Resources Deal
28:11 Copper Market Dynamics and Predictions
32:13 Challenges and Opportunities in Mining Companies
36:20 The Importance of Geologists in Mining
39:27 Financing Strategies in the Mining Sector
43:13 Investment Strategies and Time Horizons
45:33 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Nicole’s website: https://www.cupeladvisory.com/about

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“Junior Mining Bull Market Psychology is VERY Predictable” says Dr. Nicole Adshead-Bell

Ivan Bebek, Chair and CEO of Coppernico Metals, explains the newest copper discovery target at the company’s Sombrero copper-gold project in Peru: ““As our exploration efforts are ongoing at various targets at our Sombrero Project, we continue to review opportunities in the region aiming to expand our pipeline of prospective discovery targets. The Rumi target is our 17th standalone target in our 56,400-hectare land position supporting our goal of pursuing multiple significant discoveries on the western side of the Andahuaylas-Yauri belt. Additional permitting updates and channel sampling results are expected in the coming weeks.”

Sponsor: https://coppernicometals.com/ 	
TSX:COPR; OTCQB: CPPMF; FSE: 9I3

0:00 Intro
0:36 “You don't get paid for having a lot of ground. You get paid for having the right ground.”
3:45 New discovery target
6:11 Permit update
9:44 Potential acquisition update

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“Copper Discovery Targets Expanded” explains Coppernico CEO Ivan Bebek (Sombrero Project Update)

In this episode of Mining Stock Education, hosts Bill Powers and Brian Leni delve into the cyclical nature of junior mining stocks and the investor psychology driving their boom-and-bust cycles. They discuss the impact of greed and fear on market behavior, the importance of being rules-based, and share insights on their investing approaches. Notable quotes include Howard Marks on how changes in fundamentals filtered through investor psychology produce price changes, and the significance of sentiment change in a bull market. Bill and Brian also reflect on recent financing deals in the sector, the challenges of junior mining investments, and the importance of having an exit strategy. Additionally, they share their perspectives on the gold-silver ratio and the critical role of management integrity in junior mining ventures.

00:00 Introduction
01:07 Investor Psychology and Market Dynamics
03:17 Strategies for Junior Mining Investments
07:57 Greed and Fear in Investing
12:45 Marketing and Promises in the Mining Sector
16:55 Management and Investor Relations
20:08 Greasy founders hire legitimate operators
26:02 ATEX Financing and Dilution Concerns
31:05 Funding Challenges and Market Dynamics
33:20 Accelerator Clauses and Shareholder Concerns
35:01 Rights Offerings Explained
36:09 NexMetals: A Case Study
40:55 Probe Gold Acquisition
42:39 Debating the Gold-Silver Ratio
50:57 Investment Patience and Strategy
55:16 Final Thoughts and Advice

Brian’s website: https://www.juniorstockreview.com/
Bill’s Twitter: https://x.com/MiningStockEdu

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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/

The Key to Mastering Junior Mining Cyclicality: Insights from Bill Powers and Brian Leni

Expert Brien Lundin sees gold going to $8,000/ounce in this upcycle, he explains in this episode of Mining Stock Education. Brien Lundin is the editor of the Gold Newsletter and host of the New Orleans Investment Conference. Lundin provides insights into gold price movements, the impact of federal policies on gold prices, and the historical trends in gold bull markets. They discuss the recent New Orleans Investment Conference, where Lundin emphasized the need to understand the implications of gold's recent performance. The conversation also covers managing investments in a bullish gold market, the importance of jurisdictional factors in mining investments, and the strategic approach of major mining companies in terms of mergers and acquisitions. Lundin shares his top investment picks and stresses the significance of being well-positioned in gold and silver amid potential financial reset scenarios.

00:00 Introduction
00:59 Key Takeaways from the New Orleans Investment Conference
01:39 Current Gold Market Analysis
04:55 Gold Price Predictions and Market Dynamics
13:52 Managing Risk in the Gold Market
18:39 Mergers and Acquisitions in the Mining Sector
21:22 Jurisdictional Considerations for Mining Investments
23:46 Investment Strategies for Senior Mining Companies
27:31 Opportunities in Exploration and Development
31:15 Monetary Reset and Future Gold Prices
34:31 Top Picks and Recommendations
36:12 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
39:54 Disclaimer and Cautionary Notes

New Orleans Investment Conference Link: https://neworleansconference.com/

Brien Lundin’s newsletter: https://goldnewsletter.com/

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Gold Market Trends and Junior Mining Stock Opportunities with Expert Brien Lundin

In this episode of Mining Stock Education, host Bill Powers speaks with David Erfle from Junior Miner Junky. David believes that the gold producers and developers are cheap both relative to the gold price and also when compared to the 2011 bull market P/E and P/NAV miner valuations. He provides commentary on the gold and silver price while also sharing how he is managing his portfolio in this bull market. David also offers his analyses of Fresnillo’s bid for Probe Gold and Silver Tiger’s recent approval to construct the El Tigre Stockwork Silver-Gold Project in Sonora, Mexico.

00:00 Intro
0:44 Gold & Silver price commentary
2:29 Undervalued miners
6:20 Retail gold stock inflow
8:46 Silver Tiger permit & Fresnillo buying Probe Gold
13:32 Agnico Eagle to bid for Probe Gold?
15:30 M&A
17:47 Canada backs critical metals projects
18:39 Contract mining concerns?
19:38 JMJ sentiment

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

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“Gold Miners are Cheap Relative to the Gold Price” says Pro Investor David Erfle

Gianni Kovacevic reveals battery metals opportunities with a “20-bagger future” in this MSE episode. Gianni is a copper and lithium speculator with deep insights into battery metals. Gianni shares his perspectives on the future of electric metals, focusing on the importance of lithium, phosphoric acid in LFP batteries, and emerging technologies like direct lithium extraction (DLE). He discusses his portfolio's heavy weighting in battery metals and provides a detailed analysis of why lithium and phosphate are poised for significant growth. Gianni also touches on his approach to speculation, the importance of thorough research, and learning from past investment mistakes. He concludes by offering his thoughts on the timeline for these emerging technologies and the potential for substantial returns.

00:00 Intro
00:26 Deep Dive into Battery Metals
01:51 The Future of Phosphate in Batteries
04:46 Speculating on First Phosphate
05:53 Macro Trends and Micro Opportunities
08:05 Lithium Market Insights
11:46 Direct Lithium Extraction (DLE) Technology
18:12 Cobalt and Other Battery Metals
22:05 China's Energy Market and Future Projections
23:55 China's Energy Transformation
24:53 The Role of Copper and Aluminum
25:35 Battery Storage and Lithium Demand
27:03 Traceability of Electric Metals
31:09 Speculation in the Mining Industry
40:22 Lessons from Past Mistakes
45:20 Final Thoughts and Advice

https://twitter.com/GianniKov 
https://kovacevic.com/

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This interview was not sponsored. 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. If you buy stock in a company featured on MSE, for your own protection, you should assume that it is MSE’s owner personally selling you that stock. 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/

Battery Metal Opportunities with a “20-Bagger Future” explains Speculator Gianni Kovacevic

In this episode of Mining Stock Education, host Bill Powers and co-host Brian Leni discuss essential insights for junior mining investors in their monthly Junior Mining Insights chat. They delve into the importance of management competence and alignment for investors. The duo discusses the necessity of management teams to be receptive to investor criticism, the role of networks and mentorship in this sector, and the critical importance of introspection when learning from investment mistakes. They also explore investor psychology, particularly during market cycles, and share advice on avoiding emotional decisions when investing in junior mining stocks. Overall, this episode provides valuable guidelines and nuanced perspectives to help investors make informed decisions in the volatile junior mining sector.

00:00 Introduction to Junior Mining Insights
00:33 Competence vs. Incentive Alignment in Management
02:33 Evaluating Management and Company Structure
05:28 The Role of Financing and Share Structure
10:15 Technical Aspects and Engineering Firms
19:16 Investor Psychology and Market Cycles
30:30 The Illusion of Popularity
31:07 Building the Biggest Building
31:28 Researching Competitors
34:53 Handling Criticism in Meetings
37:19 The Importance of Management
43:01 Networking and Mentorship
44:45 Young CEOs and Success
51:57 Emotional Decision-Making
56:09 Final Thoughts and Reflections

Brian’s website: https://www.juniorstockreview.com/
Bill’s Twitter: https://x.com/MiningStockEdu

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Competent or Aligned CEOs: Which Is Better? Junior Mining Insights from Bill Powers & Brian Leni

In this episode of Mining Stock Education, host Bill Powers interviews John Passalacqua, CEO, Founder, and Director of First Phosphate. They discuss the unique value proposition of First Phosphate in the lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery market, the rising importance of purified phosphoric acid, and the company's promising high purity igneous phosphate project in Quebec. John explains the strategic advantages of First Phosphate and their focus on penetrating the technology market with purified phosphoric acid produced from the company’s Begin-Lamarche deposit in Quebec. The conversation covers the company's financials, milestones achieved, future plans including their aggressive timeline to production by 2029, and the strong governmental and industrial support they’ve garnered. Additionally, Passalacqua provides an in-depth look at the economics of their project, including potential market shortages and the critical role of phosphate in both food and battery technology sectors.

00:00 Introduction
01:23 First Phosphate Value Proposition
03:26 Phosphate Market Dynamics
05:23 Company Background and Leadership
8:45 Phosphate Critical Metal
09:20 Project Development and Milestones
12:51 Project Location Advantage
14:45 Offtake Agreement
15:49 Feasibility Study
17:40 First Phosphate Valuation
19:55 Massive Purified Phosphoric Acid Squeeze Coming
21:49 Share Structure & Share Price Performance
25:28 Government Risk
27:52 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

https://firstphosphate.com/ 
CSE: PHOS – FSE: KD0 – OTCQX: FRSP

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Sponsor First Phosphate pays Mining Stock Education a United States dollar ten thousand per month coverage fee. Bill Powers owns PHOS.cn shares at the time of this publication and seeks to sell them for profit at an unannounced future time. First Phosphate’s forward-looking statement found in the company's presentation applies to the content of this interview. 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. If you buy stock in a company featured on MSE, for your own protection, you should assume that it is MSE’s owner personally selling you that stock. 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/

“Massive Purified Phosphoric Acid Squeeze Coming” explains First Phosphate’s CEO John Passalacqua

In this episode of Mining Stock Education, host Bill Powers interviews Tim Clark, CEO of Fury Gold Mines, to discuss the latest updates on the company's transition from exploration to development, particularly at their Eau Claire project in the James Bay region of Quebec, Canada. Tim highlights the confidence gained from their Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA) and recent drilling results. Additionally, Tim mentions productive discussions with Dhilmar Ltd., the private miner which acquired the nearby Eleonore Mine from Newmont recently. Fury could potentially collaborate with Dhilmar Ltd. to feed more gold ore into their mill. The conversation also covers other significant projects and the general outlook for the company as it strives to increase shareholder value and advance towards production.

00:00 Introduction to Mining Stock Education
00:47 Fury Gold Mines Update
01:14 Eau Claire Project Insights
03:27 Strategic Partnerships and Market Dynamics
06:26 Drilling Programs and Future Plans
17:36 Financial Overview and Market Position
20:21 Conclusion and Investment Advice

Sponsor: https://furygoldmines.com/
Ticker: FURY
Sakami Resource Estimate Press Release: https://furygoldmines.com/fury-announces-initial-mineral-resource-estimate-for-the-sakami-gold-project-in-quebec/ 

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Fury Gold Mines' Pathway to Production: CEO Tim Clark Discusses Potential Collaborations

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

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https://ruleinvestmentmedia.com/ 

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