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In this episode of The Sunday BBQ, Phil Carroll and Kevin Hornsby are joined by Charles Archer for a lively catch-up after a hectic summer. Despite stormy September weather, the trio fire up the indoor barbecue and dive into the week’s biggest stories — from Putin strengthening ties with Xi Jinping and Kim Jong-un at Beijing’s “Victory Day” parade, to Angela Rayner’s stamp duty slip. Markets are also in focus, with Wishbone Gold, Cloudbreak, Cobra, Conroy Gold,  Defence Holdings and more all on the radar, plus huge moves in Hemogenyx and Immupharma. The team weigh in on winners, losers, and t...

In this episode of the Midweek Takeaway, we explore BSF Enterprise, a disruptive biotech venture at the intersection of luxury and material innovation. Inspired by Charles Archer’s recent piece, “A Disruptive Biotech Venture at the Intersection of Luxury and Material Innovation,” we’re joined by Geoff Baker and Che Con from BSF to discuss their pioneering work in lab-grown leather. Charles sets the scene before we dive into how BSF is shaping the future of sustainable luxury, redefining materials for fashion and beyond.

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In this episode of the Midweek Takeaway, we’re joined by Tim McCarthy, CEO, and Dr Sébastien Goudreau, newly appointed CSO of ImmuPharma. The company has just announced a groundbreaking patent for its lead asset P140, the world’s first “Immunormalizer,” offering a precision diagnostic and treatment approach for autoimmune diseases. With potential 20-year exclusivity, the patent targets patients with the newly identified “Type M” immune disorder, who are super-responders to P140, opening the door to safer, more effective therapies across up to 50 autoimmune conditions. We discuss how this dual opportunity as both a first-in-class therapy and novel diagnostic test position...

In this episode of The Midweek Takeaway, Kevin Hornsby and Charlies Archer are joined by Leon Coetzer, CEO of Jubilee Metals as we break down Jubilee Metals’ transformational strategy — the $90 million sale of its South African chrome and PGM operations, and how those proceeds are being redeployed into Zambia’s copper opportunity. With structural challenges in South Africa and a compelling three-pillar copper growth plan in Zambia, Jubilee is reshaping itself into a future-focused copper producer.


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In this episode of the Midweek Takeaway the lads are joined by Colin Bird, Chairman & CEO of Galileo Resources, to discuss the company’s latest exploration update from the Ferber Property in Nevada, where recent mapping and sampling have significantly expanded the target footprint and pointed to a potentially large copper-gold-silver system with strong analogies to major Nevada deposits.

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In this episode of The Sunday BBQ, Phil and Kevin serve up another sizzling mix of market movers, news, and corporate updates. Charles Archer joins us for a round up of the week’s key share price moves, small cap headlines, and what’s hot (and not) across the markets.

We’re also joined by Malcolm Palle (Executive Chairman) and Eddy Travia (CEO) of Coinsilium Group (AQSE:COIN), the digital asset investor and venture builder. With over a decade in the blockchain space, Coinsilium has just added another £5 million in Bitcoin to its treasury via its Gibraltar based subsidi...

In this Midweek Takeaway, the team are joined once again by Colin Bird, Chairman of Bezant Resources. We discuss the company’s agreement to acquire a 90% stake in Namib Lead and Zinc Mining (NLZM) for US$2.5m plus royalties — a move that secures an existing processing plant and fast-tracks the Hope and Gorob copper-gold project in Namibia by at least two years. The plant will process pre-concentrated ore from Hope and Gorob, with the potential to treat NLZM’s zinc-lead-silver ore in future, while reducing haulage costs and environmental impact through dry ore sorting. With the Hope open pit set to pro...

In this episode of The Midweek Takeaway, Kevin Hornsby and Charles Archer is joined by Anthony Tennyson, CEO of Solvonis Therapeutics (LSE: SVNS), to discuss positive pre-clinical results from the company’s PTSD programme, SVN-SDN-14. Three high-performing candidates with strong, balanced SERT, DAT, and NET modulation profiles are advancing to in vivo studies — a key step toward developing a new class of medicines aimed at enhancing pro-social behaviour and improving outcomes for people living with PTSD.

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In this episode of The Midweek Takeaway, Kevin Hornsby is joined by Callum Sommerton, CEO of Chill Brands Group, to discuss the company’s recovery, new funding, and focus on its Chill Connect distribution arm. Callum shares plans to relaunch Chill.com with a focus on stress-related wellness and scale a diversified, multi-brand sales model.

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In this episode of The Midweek Takeaway, Phil Carroll and Kevin Hornsby are joined by Leon Coetzer, CEO of Jubilee Metals, to discuss major developments in the Company’s copper strategy in Zambia and the proposed sale of its South African Chrome and PGM operations. Leon outlines the integrated mine-to-metals platform, strong H2 performance at the Roan concentrator, and expansion plans at Munkoyo and Project G. He also shares insights on the Large Waste Tailings project and Jubilee’s non-dilutive growth strategy as it builds a scalable copper production portfolio.


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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 (LSE: MAST), to discuss the company’s exclusive joint venture with C-Zero Markets to deliver power solutions for AI datacentres. With electricity demand from AI expected to reach 8 GW by 2030, MED is stepping in early with plans to develop 50 MW initially, scaling to 150+ MW. Pieter shares how this new strategy enhances their flexgen portfolio and supports their long-term 300+ MW target.

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In this episode of The Midweek Takeaway, Kevin Hornsby is joined by Nick Thurlow, Executive Chairman of Hamak Gold (LSE: HAMA), to discuss the appointment of Nicola Horlick as Non-Executive Director. With over 35 years of experience in institutional fund management and fintech innovation, Nicola brings significant governance and investment expertise to the board. The team explores what this means for Hamak’s strategy in gold exploration and digital asset treasury management, and how her appointment positions the company for long-term growth.


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In this episode of The Sunday BBQ, Kevin Hornsby is joined by Anthony Tennyson, CEO of Solvonis Therapeutics plc (LSE: SVNS), to discuss the Company’s latest progress across its mental health and addiction treatment pipeline. Anthony outlines the £1 million investment from key shareholders to accelerate Solvonis’ AI-driven CNS drug discovery programme, as well as the initiation of pivotal translational studies for SVN‑002 — a novel treatment for Alcohol Use Disorder — ahead of a Phase 2b trial in the US. We also explore the company’s strategic use of the FDA’s 505(b)(2) pathway and why its differentiated pipeline continues to attract attenti...

In this episode of The Midweek Takeaway, Kevin Hornsby and Charles Archer are joined by Tristan Pottas, CEO of First Development Resources plc (AIM: FDR), to discuss the company’s official admission to the AIM market of the London Stock Exchange. FDR, a UK-based explorer with key mineral assets in Australia, has raised £2.3 million through its IPO, positioning itself to accelerate exploration across four diverse projects in Western Australia and the Northern Territory. Tristan shares the company’s strategic vision post-listing, the global demand for critical and base metals, and how FDR plans to deliver value from one of the world...

In this episode of The Midweek Takeaway, Phil Carroll and Kevin Hornsby are joined by James Short, CEO of Celadon Pharmaceuticals (AIM: CEL), to discuss the company’s major strategic update. Celadon has announced plans to delist from the AIM market and transition to a private limited company, subject to shareholder approval at the upcoming General Meeting on 28 July 2025. James explains the reasoning behind this bold move, its implications for investors and patients, and how the business will continue to evolve in the medical cannabis space as a privately held company.

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In this special Roast Extra episode, Phil Carroll and Kevin Hornsby return with three exclusive interviews after a busy week of small-cap news too good to ignore. First up, Oliver Friesen, CEO of Guardian Metal Resources, joins us to discuss the company's latest progress and the major grant awarded by the U.S. Department of Defense. Next, we welcome back Daniel Gee, Founder of Pri0r1ty Intelligence Group, as we unpack a flurry of updates—including a £250,000 Halfspace contract win with a Premier League club and the launch of their own Bitcoin Lightning Network routing node for SME payments, bac...

In this episode of the Midweek Takeaway, the team are joined by Pieter Krügel, CEO of Mast Energy Developments (LSE: MAST), to discuss a significant portfolio expansion and new strategic direction for the company. MED has secured exclusive rights to five flexible generation development sites totalling 25 MW — all with confirmed grid access despite the current moratorium — effectively doubling its development capacity to 48 MW. Pieter explains how recent grid rule changes, including CMP446, are opening a critical path for sub-5MW projects, and how MED’s partnership with Green Light Energy enables faster, more cost-effective development as it scales toward its 300...

In this episode of the Midweek Takeaway, the team are joined by Ben Clube, CEO of EnergyPathways (AIM: EPP), to discuss two transformative developments for the company’s flagship MESH project — a groundbreaking offshore energy system combining compressed air, hydrogen, and natural gas storage. With Siemens Energy now leading the feasibility work and an MoU signed with Hazer Group to develop a clean hydrogen and synthetic graphite facility, MESH is shaping up to be a cornerstone of the UK’s future energy infrastructure. Also joining the discussion is resident analyst and writer Charles Archer, who explores the strategic implications of these...

In this episode of The Midweek Takeaway, Phil and Kevin are joined by returning guest Colin Bird, Executive Chairman of Xtract Resources, to discuss the Company’s growing presence in Morocco.

Xtract has now secured an 80% stake in Wildstone SARL, ahead of completing the full earn-in commitment—marking a major vote of confidence from its local partners. The move highlights Xtract’s proactive approach to building a significant antimony business, as demand for critical metals continues to grow.

Colin talks us through the latest developments on the ground, the strategic value of early alignment with Moroccan stakeh...

In this episode of The Midweek Takeaway, we’re joined by Ben Clube, CEO of EnergyPathways plc, to discuss the company’s groundbreaking move into clean hydrogen production.

EnergyPathways has just signed a major Memorandum of Understanding with Hazer Group Ltd to deploy its cutting-edge methane pyrolysis technology—marking a bold step toward decarbonising the UK’s energy supply. Under the agreement, the Hazer-KBR alliance brings world-leading hydrogen production capabilities to the UK for the first time, with exclusive access granted to EnergyPathways for 12 months.

Ben shares how this initiative will integrate with the company’s flagship M...

In this season finale of The Sunday Roast, recorded on July 13th, Phil Carroll and Kevin Hornsby reflect on a week of sunshine, epic concerts, and major market moves. The political spotlight shines on a new UK-France migration pilot agreed by Keir Starmer and Emmanuel Macron, as tensions persist over deterrence effectiveness. Guests this week include Anthony from Solvonis, who shares insights into the company’s mission to transform addiction treatment through ethical biotech innovation; Pieter Krügel, CEO of Mast Energy Developments, on their momentum post-fundraise; and Charles Bray, Chairman of Aterian, with a deep dive into the company’s lit...

In this episode of The Midweek Takeaway, we’re joined by Nick Thurlow, the newly appointed Chairman of Hamak Gold, to discuss the company’s bold new direction. Hamak is blending traditional gold exploration in Liberia, most notably at the high potential Nimba project, with a pioneering Bitcoin treasury strategy, becoming one of the first UK-listed explorers to do so. Nick shares insights on what drew him to the role, the strategic importance of Hamak’s dual focus on natural resources and digital assets, and the significance of the recent £2.47 million fundraise, which included backing from Qatari investors. A fascinating convers...

In this episode of the Midweek Takeaway, we’re joined by Rory Maxwell, CEO of Halfspace and COO of Pri0r1ty Intelligence Group (AIM: PR1), to discuss their latest €100,000 contract win with a major European sports rights holder. Rory explains how Halfspace’s Compass ID technology is being used to collect GDPR-compliant audience data across digital platforms, helping the client better understand and monetise their fanbase. We explore how this deal reflects growing demand for data-led marketing in sport and what it means for Halfspace’s future growth.

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In this episode of The Sunday Roast, the lads are joined by legendary investor Rick Rule, CEO of Rule Investment Media, for a no-holds-barred season finale. They dive deep into the growing storm around global deficits, Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill,” and whether we’re heading toward a bond market reckoning. Rick shares why gold remains his go-to hedge in times of political chaos, why it could hit $10,000, and whether silver is about to outperform.

The conversation also turns to Bitcoin and the rise of smart treasury strategies in the UK — with names like SWC, Vinanz, and Priority Intelligen...

Phil Carroll, Kevin Hornsby, and Charles Archer return to review their “Radar 12” stock picks with a Q2 update. From resource standouts like Power Metal Resources, Greatland Gold, and Guardian Metals to rising tech names like Priority AI, the team recaps key developments, performance shifts, and what’s next as we move into the second half of 2025.

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In this episode of the Midweek Takeaway, we’re joined by James Short, CEO of Celadon Pharmaceuticals, to discuss the company’s recent £1 million funding, its decision to delist from AIM, and what that means for its future. We also explore major operational milestones, including progress on EU exports, a Q3 UK product launch, US market entry, expanded growing capacity, and the completion of multiple harvests.

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In this episode of The Sunday Roast, recorded on June 29, Phil Carroll, Kevin Hornsby and Charles Archer take a whirlwind tour through a week that felt like a market rollercoaster, from geopolitical tension in Iran to surging crypto activity. They unpack the dramatic US airstrike on Iran’s Fordo nuclear site and the fragile ceasefire that followed, with Trump delivering typically blunt commentary. The team is joined by Hewie Rattray, CEO of the London Bitcoin Company (LSE: BTC), to discuss their decentralised mining operations across North America, expanding BTC holdings, and the broader implications of institutional capital entering the space. Th...

In this episode of The Midweek Takeaway, we’re joined by Colin Bird, Executive Chairman of African Pioneer Plc (LSE: AFP), to discuss the company’s latest milestone—the award of an unconditional 20-year mining licence for its Ongombo Copper-Gold Project in Namibia. With all government approvals now secured, Colin talks us through the shift from permitting to execution, the strategy behind launching a low-cost open-pit starter operation, and the company’s fast-tracked path to production.

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In this episode of The Midweek Takeaway, we’re joined by Colin Bird, Chairman of Bezant Resources (AIM: BZT), to discuss a major milestone — the granting of a full 15-year mining licence for the Hope and Gorob copper-gold project in Namibia. We explore what this means for the company’s transition from exploration to development, the scale of the opportunity at Hope and Gorob, and how Bezant is positioning itself to capitalise on the growing demand for copper in the global energy transition.

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In this episode of The Midweek Takeaway, we welcome back Jonathan Bixby, CEO of Tiger Royalties and Investments Plc (AIM: TIR), to unpack the company’s latest move in the decentralised AI space — the acquisition of its second Bittensor subnet, Tiger Beta. Following the strong performance of Tiger Alpha, now generating over $4,800 in daily emissions, Tiger is doubling down on its strategy to own and operate valuable digital infrastructure within the Bittensor ecosystem. We break down what subnets actually are, how Alpha tokens and TAO emissions work, and why this model could be compared to buying prime real estate in a ri...

In this episode of The Midweek Takeaway, we’re joined by Jill Kenney, CEO of Sundae Bar Plc (AIM: SBAR), to explore how the company is building the “App Store” for AI agents — a marketplace where developers can monetise autonomous tools and businesses can easily deploy them. Fresh off a successful beta launch, Sundae Bar has now introduced a Bitcoin Treasury Management Policy, positioning itself at the intersection of AI and digital finance. We dive into what this policy means, why Bitcoin fits into their long-term strategy, and how the company plans to incentivise developers, drive marketplace growth, and stay focused...

On this sweltering Sunday Roast, The lads return with a packed episode as tensions in the Middle East explode—literally. With Israel striking Iran’s nuclear facilities and Iran retaliating with deadly drone attacks, we unpack the geopolitical chaos, potential fallout for Russia’s war strategy, and Putin’s bid for peace alongside China. We’re joined by a familiar voice—Albert Arthur—making his long-awaited return, plus special guest Zynx, founder of BitcoinVoteUK, to talk AI-driven trading and a radical £500bn Bitcoin bond proposal to wipe out UK debt. Then it’s over to James Sheehan, CEO of Pri0r1ty Intelligence...

In this episode of The Midweek Takeaway, we’re joined by returning guest Jonathan Bixby, CEO of Tiger Royalties and Investments. We dive into Tiger’s bold leap into decentralised AI and Bitcoin with its TAO Strategy, unpacking how the company’s Bittensor subnet is already generating ~$70K per month just weeks after launch. Jonathan explains the mechanics of AI mining with TAO, the strategic partnership with TAO Alpha, and Tiger’s £250K investment into Tao Strategies Singapore. We also explore Tiger’s 26% stake in Bitcoin treasury pioneer Standard Strategies and how it complements his wider vision, including his role at Cykel AI...

In this episode of The Sunday Roast, Phil Carroll and Kevin Hornsby are joined by James Knowles, Executive Chair, and Marc Sale, CEO of First Class Metals, to catch up on a busy few months—from the strategic two-stage deal with the 79th Group to the recent update following the withdrawal of Stage 2 funding, and the Winter Exploration Programme highlighting developments at North Hemlo, Roy-Zone, and strong lithium and REE results from Quinlan. They’re also joined by Kevin McNulty and Cathal Jones of Karelian Diamond Resources to discuss the landmark registration of the Lahtojoki mining concession in Finland and what...

In this episode of The Sunday Roast, the team discuss signs of market recovery, with standout moves from Celadon, Mila, BMV, and Mast Energy. They also cover major geopolitical headlines, including Trump and Putin’s high-stakes call on Ukraine, and Labour’s transport pledges and winter fuel U-turn. Special guest Leon Coetzer, CEO of Jubilee Metals, joins to discuss the company’s strategic $90m divestment of its chrome and PGM assets to double down on Zambian copper. Plus: a look at Mirriad’s JV deal, GreenRoc’s EU boost, and a farewell (for now?) to Mobland.

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In this episode of the Midweek Takeaway, we welcome back Stefan Bernstein, CEO of GreenRoc Strategic Materials, to discuss a significant milestone for the company. GreenRoc's Amitsoq Graphite Project in Greenland has been designated as a "Strategic Project" under the European Union's Critical Raw Materials Act. This recognition not only underscores the project's importance in supplying critical raw materials for Europe's green energy, technology, and defense sectors but also positions it as the first—and currently only—minerals project in Greenland to receive such status. Stefan shares insights into what this designation means for GreenRoc and its shareholders, the potential bene...

In this episode of The Midweek Takeaway, we welcome back Ben Clube, CEO of EnergyPathways, to discuss the pressing challenges facing the UK's energy storage sector. Ben recently authored an open letter to the UK government, highlighting the urgent need for "common-sense storage solutions" to ensure the nation's transition to net-zero remains on course.

We'll delve into the specifics of the Marram Energy Storage Hub (MESH) project, exploring how policy uncertainties are impacting investment and development in large-scale energy storage initiatives. Ben will share his insights on the regulatory hurdles, the importance of government support, and the potential...

In this episode of The Sunday Roast, we’re joined by Pieter Krügel, CEO of Mast Energy Developments (LSE: MAST), to discuss the company’s recent £5 million funding initiative. This two-stage financing comprises a £350,000 interest-free convertible loan note from Big Sky Management Limited and a proposed £4.65 million equity fundraise through a warrant instrument, aimed at bolstering working capital and expanding their energy projects.

We also welcome Daniel Gee, founder and CEO of Founder of Pri0r1ty AI (AIM: PR1), to delve into the company’s recent expansion into cryptocurrency payments. Pri0r1ty has integrated Bitcoin and other...

Welcome back to The Sunday Roast! After a much-needed break in the Welsh mountains, the lads return with your weekly dose of market insight, political drama, and a few laughs along the way. This week, we look at the UK’s latest deal with the EU—designed to ease post-Brexit tensions by improving trade terms and defence ties—but is it a win, or has the UK given away more than it’s gained?

We’re joined by Luke Sartain, CEO of Narwhal Media Group, who talks through the rise of AI-driven lead generation, the vision behind SpotDiff, and how ag...

In this episode of The Midweek Takeaway, the team is joined by Sapan Ghai, Chief Commercial Officer of Sovereign Metals, to discuss a major milestone in the development of the company’s flagship Kasiya Rutile-Graphite Project in Malawi. Following the signing of a power supply MOU with ESCOM, Sovereign has secured a pathway to grid-connected, renewable hydro-based power. Sapan walks us through the significance of this agreement, how the forthcoming Mpatamanga Hydropower Project backed by a $350 million World Bank grant will transform Malawi’s energy landscape, and what this means for the long-term development and ESG credentials of Kasiya—on track...