The Sunday Roast

In this episode of The Sunday Roast, recorded on Sunday 11th May, Phil Carroll, Kevin Hornsby, and Charles Archer return with a packed agenda as they unpack a truly historic week. From the Vatican to Washington, Westminster to Wall Street, there’s no shortage of headlines.

They begin with a landmark moment: the Catholic Church announces its first American-born Pope, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, now Pope Leo XIV, bringing a message of unity from the heart of St. Peter’s Basilica. Across the Atlantic, Donald Trump’s controversial proposal to reopen Alcatraz sparks debate, while a major US-UK trade...

In this episode of The Midweek Takeaway, we welcome back Pieter Krügel, CEO of Mast Energy Developments (MED), to discuss the company’s latest milestones and strategic progress. Pieter shares insights on MED's recently completed £5 million investment agreement with Powertree, which fully funds its 7.5MW Hindlip project and signals the beginning of a long-term Growth Capital Partnership. We explore what this means for timelines, construction, and broader growth ambitions. The conversation also covers strong trading performance at the Pyebridge site, now delivering average monthly revenues of over £24,000 per MW, and the positive impact of clearing leveraged positions in the compa...

In this Star Wars Day edition of The Sunday Roast, The lads return with a scorching hot rundown of the week’s biggest stories, from geopolitical tremors to major market moves. We unpack the landmark U.S.-Ukraine Reconstruction Investment Fund agreement giving the U.S. preferential access to Ukraine’s critical minerals—titanium, lithium, and rare earths—and explore the ripple effects across Europe, the West, and a sidelined Russia. We also dive into the dramatic ousting of U.S. National Security Adviser Mike Waltz following the jaw-dropping “Signalgate” scandal.

This week’s guest is Charles Bray, Executive Chai...

In this episode of The Midweek Takeaway, we’re joined once again by Oliver Friesen, CEO of Guardian Metal Resources, to discuss the company’s latest developments at its Tempiute Tungsten Project in Nevada. Following a highly encouraging site assessment by porphyry-system expert Dr. Lawrence Carter, Guardian has significantly expanded the project’s footprint—staking 29 new claims and doubling its size. Oliver walks us through the implications of this expert validation, the identification of multiple mineralisation styles including molybdenum and copper, and the discovery of several historic “truck-ready” ore stockpiles.

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Join us on The Midweek Takeaway as we welcome Geoff Baker and Che Connon from BSF Enterprise to discuss one of the most extraordinary innovations in sustainable materials — lab-grown T-Rex leather. BSF’s subsidiary, Lab-Grown Leather Ltd, in collaboration with VML and The Organoid Company, has unveiled Elemental X™️, a revolutionary luxury leather developed using fossilised collagen and synthetic DNA. We explore how this prehistoric-inspired material was created, the science behind it, their latest £141,750 funding raise, and what’s next for BSF as they push the boundaries of biotechnology, fashion, and sustainability.

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In this episode of the Midweek Takeaway, we are joined by Colin Bird to discuss the latest news from Xtract Resources Plc (XTR), which has reported strong assay results from the first three diamond drill holes at its Silverking Project in Zambia’s Mumbwa District. The project, under a joint venture agreement with Oval Mining, allows Xtract to earn up to a 70% interest. Highlights include high-grade copper-silver intercepts such as 4.15% Cu and 42.91g/t Ag over 29.7m from SKIDD003, 3.18% Cu and 40.32g/t Ag over 54.1m from SKIDD002, and 0.74% Cu and 8.33g/t Ag over 23.0m from SKIDD001. Drilling has te...

In this episode of The Sunday Roast, the team welcomes Shaun Day, Managing Director of Greatland Gold, to discuss the company’s recent strategic developments, including the surrender of over 497 million share options by directors and senior employees. This move aligns with Greatland’s upcoming dual listing on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) and the establishment of a new Australian-incorporated parent company, Greatland Resources Limited. The surrender aims to reduce potential shareholder dilution and adhere to ASX corporate governance principles . Additionally, Joe Belladonna, CEO of Harena Resources, joins to provide insights into their 75%-owned Ampasindava rare earths project in Madagascar. The...

In the season finale of The Sunday Roast, hosts Phil Carroll, Kevin Hornsby, and Charles Archer tackle the impact of recent Trump tariffs on global stock markets, including the FTSE and UK markets. They also discuss Rachel Reeves’ potential move to cap Cash ISAs, encouraging savers to shift to Stocks and Shares ISAs, and whether recent market volatility might deter retail investors. The episode features a special interview with Alex Stanbury, CEO of Technology Minerals, who shares exciting news about the company’s latest achievement: a £2 million contract win by its 48.35%-owned subsidiary, Recyclus Group Ltd. This deal, signed with a glo...

This week’s episode of The Sunday Roast – which might as well be called the Trump Liberation Special – dives headfirst into the fallout from President Trump’s shock trade tariffs. We unpack what they mean for global markets, how they’ve rattled economies, and whether they could tip the world into recession. We’re joined by Colin Bird to discuss copper, geopolitics, and the significance of newly awarded ECC licences in Namibia for Bezant Resources’ Hope and Gorob project, and African Pioneer’s Ongombo project. As always, there’s a full round-up of the week’s market movers and shakers, and plenty of top-dr...

In this episode of The Midweek Takeaway, we’re joined by Colin Bird to discuss the significant progress at African Pioneer, including the recent approval of the Environmental Clearance Certificate (ECC) for the Ongombo copper-gold project in Namibia. This milestone clears the way for activation of the 20-year Mining Licence (ML240) and marks the completion of the project’s permitting process. Colin shares insights into the upcoming development of the open-pit mine, advanced funding discussions, and the infrastructure plans now underway to support production. It’s a key moment for the company—don’t miss it!

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In this episode of The Midweek Takeaway, we’re joined by Colin Bird to discuss the latest milestone for Bezant Resources as the Hope & Gorob copper-gold project receives its Environmental Clearance Certificate—paving the way for final mining licence issuance, project financing, and construction. Don’t miss it!

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In this episode of The Midweek Takeaway, we’re joined by Leon Coetzer, CEO of Jubilee Metals Group, following the release of their interim results for the six months to 31 December 2024. Leon breaks down the 51% surge in group revenue, driven by record chrome production in South Africa, and addresses the challenges faced in Zambia, including power outages and margin pressure on copper. We explore the strategic shift to high-grade feed at Roan, the ramp-up at Munkoyo, and progress on the Sable Refinery transformation. Leon also shares insights on the status of the large-scale waste rock project, and what to expect as...

In this special Mother’s Day edition of The Sunday Roast (Sunday 30th March), we welcome back legendary investor Rick Rule, President and CEO of Rule Investment Media, for a wide-ranging conversation that dives deep into markets, commodities, global politics, and the mindset needed to navigate today’s volatile landscape.

Rick reflects on the dramatic changes in the U.S. under Trump’s second term and what it means for investors worldwide. We talk lithium, gold, and silver, and Rick shares his thoughts on where real value lies in 2025—and who’s best placed to find it.

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In this episode of The Midweek Takeaway, Phil Carroll, Kevin Hornsby are joined by Ben Clube, CEO of Energy Pathways to discuss their groundbreaking MESH project—a bold step forward in advancing the UK’s energy transition.Ben dives deep into the integration of hydrogen and compressed air storage technologies, How MESH aligns with the UK’s Clean Power by 2030 goal, Insights on the recent climate change levy amendments,the importance of long-duration energy storage in unlocking the full potential of renewable energy—especially wind and he role of government policy, licensing, and private capital in shaping the sector’s future
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In this episode of the Midweek Takeaway, Phil Carroll and Kevin Hornsby are joined by Alex Stanbury, CEO of Technology Minerals, to discuss the company’s breakthrough first shipment of 111 tonnes of black mass to Europe under its offtake agreement with Glencore. They explore what this milestone means for Recyclus’ commercial rollout, the ongoing monthly supply commitment, and how the company is positioning itself at the forefront of the battery metals recycling industry amid rising global demand.

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In this week’s episode of The Sunday Roast, Phil Carroll, Kevin Hornsby, and Charles Archer return with another packed show of market insights, mining momentum, and a bit of trademark banter. We’re joined once again by Shaun Day, Managing Director of Greatland Gold, to break down the company’s impressive new Group Mineral Resource Estimate, including the game-changing inaugural resource for the Telfer mine. We dive into what the 3.2Moz gold and 117kt copper addition means for Telfer’s future, Havieron integration, and Greatland’s long-term strategy as a leading Australian producer.

Later, Oliver Friesen, CEO of Guardia...

In this episode of The Midweek Takeaway, hosts Phil Carroll and Kevin Hornsby welcome back Pieter Krügel, CEO of Mast Energy Developments (MED). They delve into MED's recent £5 million investment agreement with Powertree, which fully funds the 7.5 MW Hindlip project. The discussion highlights the strategic implications of this partnership, the project's secured 15-year Capacity Market contract ensuring a gross profit of £6.3 million, and the operational success at the Pyebridge site, which has secured additional contracts guaranteeing £1.73 million in gross profit until 2029. Krügel also shares insights into MED's growth strategy, aiming to expand its flexible power generation portfolio to over...

In this episode of The Midweek Takeaway, we’re joined by Daniel Gee and James Sheehan from Pri0r1ty Intelligence Group PLC (AIM: PR1) to discuss their recent £100,000 contract with Leukaemia Care. The partnership will see Pri0r1ty develop an AI-powered information hub to enhance patient and donor communication, with a focus on accessibility, engagement, and fundraising support. We explore how the deal came about, its potential as a case study for future AI consultancy contracts, and the broader impact of AI in the charity and healthcare sectors. Could this be a blueprint for AI-driven support in patient car...

In this episode of The Sunday Roast, hosts Phil Carroll, Kevin Hornsby, and Charles Archer are joined by three special guests, each bringing exciting updates from their respective industries.

First, Tim McCarthy, CEO of ImmuPharma, discusses the company’s latest breakthrough in confirming the unique mechanism of action for its P140 autoimmune technology. This key milestone strengthens the company’s intellectual property portfolio and enhances its commercial prospects, particularly in the treatment of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE).

Next, Che Connon, CEO, and Geoff Baker, Executive Director of BSF Enterprise, share insights into their accelerated commercialization strategy for...

In this episode of The Sunday Roast, hosts Phil Carroll and Kevin Hornsby are joined by Oliver Friesen, CEO of Guardian Metal Resources, to discuss the latest high-grade tungsten and silver results from the Pilot Mountain project. They explore how these results impact resource estimates and mining economics, as well as Guardian’s latest study on the future demand for tungsten in nuclear fusion, revealing that fusion power plants could require 100% of the world’s tungsten supply by 2056.

The team are also joined by James Sheehan, CEO of Pri0r1ty Intelligence Group PLC (AIM: PR1), to discuss the...

In this episode of The Midweek Takeaway, we’re joined by Sapan Ghai, Chief Commercial Officer of Sovereign Metals, to discuss the company’s latest corporate presentation: "Graphite By-Product Strategy Update". Sapan walks us through the key insights from the newly published presentation, covering Sovereign’s evolving strategy, the significance of its graphite by-product, and how it positions the company for growth in the global battery and industrial markets.

Tune in for a deep dive into the opportunities ahead for Sovereign Metals, and follow along with the presentation by accessing it here: https://sovereignmetals.com.au/presentations/

In this episode of The Sunday Roast, hosts Phil Carroll and Kevin Hornsby sit down with Sapan Ghai, Chief Commercial Officer of Sovereign Metals, to delve into the week’s most compelling news stories. They discuss President Trump’s recent meetings in the Oval Office and explore Sovereign Metals’ latest announcement regarding the diverse applications of flake graphite across three key industries: refractories, lithium-ion batteries, and expandable graphite.  As always, the episode features a comprehensive weekly market roundup, highlighting the movers and shakers, along with the hosts’ signature banter. Don’t miss this insightful and entertaining discussion!

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In this episode of the Sunday Roast, Phil Carroll is joined by analyst and investor Charles Archer as they dive into another eventful week! From Trump's controversial moves involving Putin and Ukraine to surprising hostage developments between Hamas and Israel, the geopolitical scene remains heated. On the markets, Arkle Resources shines with a 40% surge, Greatland Gold delivers promising results at Telfer, and Sovereign Metals impresses with strong graphite testwork. Conroy Gold also stops by to discuss exciting developments at their district-scale gold project. Meanwhile, concerns rise over a potential decline in Cash ISAs—are savers running out of appealing options? Pl...

In this episode of The Midweek Takeaway, we’re joined by Senior Geologist Kevin McNulty and CFO Cathal Jones from Conroy Gold and Natural Resources to discuss the latest developments at their Discs of Gold project. With the re-logging of drill core well underway and a 3D geological model under construction, Conroy Gold is laying the groundwork for the next phase of investment. We also explore the potential recognition of Clontibret as a strategic minerals project under the European Critical Raw Materials Act, particularly with antimony playing a crucial role in the project's economics. As the company continues discussions with po...

This week on The Sunday Roast, Phil Carroll, Kevin Hornsby, and Charles Archer are joined by Colin Bird, Chairman of Bezant Resources, to discuss the latest developments at the Hope & Gorob Project in Namibia. Bezant has successfully completed ore sorting optimisation, confirming higher-than-expected copper, gold, and silver recoveries, with projections indicating a capital payback in under 20 months. The team also covers major market movers, including SYME’s funding challenges, Emmerson’s surge, and Power Metal Resources' partial sale of GMET shares. Other highlights include Trump’s latest tariffs, speculation on a gold standard, and whether Rachel Reeves might clamp down on cas...

In this episode of The Midweek Takeaway, Phil Carroll, Kevin Hornsby, and Charles Archer are joined by Ben Clube, CEO of Energy Pathways, to discuss the progress of the Marram Energy Storage Hub (MESH). The company has completed pre-FEED and selected the technical design for Phase 1, integrating gas storage, hydrogen, offshore wind, and decarbonised power while repurposing late-life gas infrastructure. Ben outlines plans for the Marram Gas Field, targeting FID by late 2025 and first production by 2027, with an unmanned platform, new pipelines, and low-emission technologies. He also highlights MESH’s role in securing low-emission energy, stabilising prices, and attracting investment. Tu...

In this episode of The Midweek Takeaway, Phil Carroll and Kevin Hornsby are joined by Kevin McNulty, Senior Geologist, and Cathal Jones, CFO of Karelian Diamond Resources, to discuss the company’s latest exploration progress. Kevin provides insights into the green diamond discovery in Kuhmo, Finland, and the upcoming drilling program aimed at further defining this exciting find. He also discusses the significance of the Seitaperä kimberlite and its potential to host a major diamond deposit. Cathal highlights the company’s growing focus on Northern Ireland, where recent assessments confirm strong prospectivity for Nickel, Copper, and PGEs. The team explores what...

In this episode of The Midweek Takeaway, Phil Carroll and Kevin Hornsby welcome back Pieter Krügel, CEO of Mast Energy Developments (MED), to discuss the company’s record-breaking January 2025 revenues of £201,000 from its Pyebridge flexible power generation asset. Pieter explains the key drivers behind this strong performance, including the impressive £200 per MWh electricity sales price—69% above the market average. The conversation covers the impact of Embedded Benefits, the latest updates on Pyebridge’s expansion to its full 8.1MW capacity, and MED’s long-term strategy to build a 300+ MW portfolio.

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In this episode of The Sunday Roast, Phil Carroll and Kevin Hornsby are joined by Leon Coetzer, CEO of Jubilee Metals Group (AIM: JLP), to discuss the latest developments in the company’s Zambian operations. Leon provides insights into the restart of the Roan concentrator following the stabilization of power supply and the processing of higher-grade copper feed, which is expected to accelerate production. Jubilee has secured 200,000 tonnes of copper material at 1.6% copper, more than doubling the previous feed grade, and is evaluating the potential for long-term supply. The discussion also covers Roan’s capacity to process up to 45,000 tonnes per...

In this episode of The Midweek Takeaway, the team is joined by Leon Coetzer, CEO of Jubilee Metals Group (AIM: JLP), to discuss the latest updates on the company’s Zambia operations. Leon provides insight into the restart of Roan, following stable power supply, and how the company is accelerating copper production by processing higher-grade feed. Jubilee has secured 200,000 tonnes of material at 1.6% copper, more than doubling the previous feed grade, with the potential for long-term supply. The discussion covers Roan’s capacity to process 45,000 tonnes per month, the financial structure of the $2.7M material acquisition, and Jubilee’s strategic outloo...

This week on The Sunday Roast, Phil Carroll, Kevin Hornsby, and Charles Archer break down the latest market moves and trends in the small-cap space. They welcome Daniel Gee from Priority Intelligence to discuss the AI shake-up following DeepSeek and Alibaba’s latest breakthroughs, as well as Priority’s new partnership with Funding Circle. Also joining the show is Jonathan Bixby, newly appointed Executive Director at Tiger Royalties & Investments, to discuss Tiger’s strategic pivot into the tech sector with the acquisition of Bixby Technology Inc. The team also covers the top movers and shakers in the small-cap market, exploring stando...

In this episode of The Midweek Takeaway, Phil Carroll, Kevin Hornsby, and Charles Archer break down the latest market-moving stories. They discuss the rise of DeepSeek, the Chinese AI startup that shook Nvidia’s stock before a sharp rebound, and the £56 million investment into Cornish Metals’ South Crofty tin project, including backing from the UK’s National Wealth Fund. The team also looks at this week’s biggest market movers, including Immupharma’s surge from 4p to 7p before a sharp pullback. Tune in for all the latest insights and analysis!

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In this episode of the Sunday Roast, Phil Carroll and Kevin Hornsby bring you a packed lineup of insights and updates. First up, we welcome Ben Clube, CEO of Energy Pathways, to discuss key milestones for the Marram Energy Storage Hub (MESH). The company recently secured Licence Operatorship approval from the North Sea Transition Authority for Block 110/4a, enabling progress toward the Field Development Plan and Environmental Statement submission—a major step toward the Final Investment Decision (FID) later this year. Ben also sheds light on the appointment of contractors PDi Ltd and Wood plc to advance MESH's development, underscoring it...

In this episode of the Midweek Takeaway, Phil Carroll, Kevin Hornsby, and Charles Archer are joined by Sapan Ghai, Chief Commercial Officer of Sovereign Metals. They discuss the company’s groundbreaking Optimised Pre-Feasibility Study for the Kasiya Rutile-Graphite Project in Malawi, reaffirming its status as the world’s largest natural rutile deposit and second-largest flake graphite resource. Learn how this project positions Sovereign as a key supplier of critical minerals, the strategic input from Rio Tinto, and the sustainability measures shaping the future of mining. Don’t miss this insightful conversation about a game-changing development in the resource sector!

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In this episode of The Sunday Roast, Phil Carroll, Kevin Hornsby, and Charles Archer welcome two special guests. James Short, CEO of Celadon Pharmaceuticals, discusses the company’s strategic collaboration with Valeos Pharma and its significant European contract driving growth in the cannabis-based medicines sector. Sean Smith, CEO of Eden Research, delves into their innovative biopesticides and how these products are shaping sustainable agriculture. Alongside these insightful interviews, the team delivers their usual roundup of the week’s biggest news stories, market movers, and the lively stock market banter you’ve come to expect. 

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In this episode of the Midweek Takeaway, Phil Carroll and Kevin Hornsby are joined by Pieter Krügel, CEO of Mast Energy Developments PLC (LSE: MAST). The company recently announced that its Pyebridge flexible power generation asset achieved a record high average electricity sales price of approximately £160 per MWh in December 2024, significantly outperforming the market average of around £91 per MWh. This performance led to preliminary trading revenue of about £77,000 for the month. Additionally, the commissioning of a refurbished 2.7MW genset has doubled Pyebridge's operational capacity to 5.4MW. During January 2025, intraday electricity prices in Great Britain reached multi-year highs of £1,000/MWh due t...

In this episode of the Midweek Takeaway, Phil Carroll and Kevin Hornsby sit down with Leon Coetzer, CEO of Jubilee Metals Group, to discuss the latest company updates. Topics include the announcement of record chrome concentrate production, strong 6E PGM output, and the challenges faced in Zambia due to power constraints impacting copper production. Leon also shares insights into how Jubilee is addressing these challenges and its outlook for the future.


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In this episode of The Sunday Roast, Phil Carroll and Kevin Hornsby dive into the biggest stories making headlines this week. They discuss the devastating Los Angeles wildfires that have displaced many, including celebrities like Anthony Hopkins and Paris Hilton, and analyze Elon Musk's controversial political interventions in the UK and Germany. The team also covers Donald Trump’s audacious plans to rename the Gulf of Mexico and the rise of UK government debt yields.

In lighter news, they celebrate the youngest darts world champion, Luke Littler, whose incredible victory at just 17 has cemented his place in the sp...

In this week’s Sunday Roast, Phil Carroll, Kevin Hornsby, and Charles Archer expand their 2025 watchlist, highlighting exciting stocks like Fulcrum Metals and Emmerson, while revisiting standout names from the “Radar 12” list. With a focus on the resource sector and early market trends, the team explores key opportunities for investors as the new year begins.


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In this episode of The Midweek Takeaway, we’re joined by Daniel Gee and James Sheehan from Priority Intelligence Group (AIM: PR1). Fresh off their recent AIM listing, they share insights on their AI-driven Priority Advisor platform, designed to support SMEs with governance, financing, brand management, and marketing. They discuss the challenges and opportunities of listing in a tough market, their vision for "growth as a service," and how their contextual AI tools stand apart by tailoring to each business's unique needs. Packed with bold plans for scalability and innovation, this episode is a must-listen for investors and entrepreneurs looking to...