In it to Win it

Steve Barton
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Jul 31, 2025 β€’ 34min

How Luca Mining Turned $50M Debt into a $400M Powerhouse

Javier Reyes, Executive Chairman of Luca Mining, delivers a powerful update at the 2025 Rule Symposium in Boca Raton. He outlines Luca's transformation from a debt-laden $50M company to a $400M+ market cap producer with $20M in cash and minimal low-cost debt. The company now operates two fully producing mines in Mexico: Campo Morado (polymetallic) and Tahuehueto (gold-focused). Reyes emphasizes the value of local expertise and cultural understanding in managing complex operations. With over 2.4 million gold-equivalent ounces in reserves and under 10% of land explored, Luca is expanding production and exploration, targeting over 100,000 ounces annually. The team combines top Mexican professionals with North American standards to ensure safety, reliability, and long-term success. With more than 50% insider ownership and a strong institutional interest building, Luca is focused on tactical growth, M&A, and cash flow reinvestment. Supported by tight share structure and growing liquidity, the company is positioning itself as a leading mid-tier player in Latin America's mining sector. Connect with Javier Reyes! Website: https://lucamining.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/javier-reyes-de-la-campa πŸ”₯ Key Topics Discussed βœ… $400M+ market cap achieved from $50M in 5 years βœ… $20M cash, low-cost debt, and strong monthly cash flow βœ… Two producing mines: Campo Morado (VMS) & Tahuehueto (gold vein) βœ… 2.4M gold-equivalent ounces with major exploration upside βœ… Less than 10% of land package explored βœ… 50%+ insider and strategic ownership βœ… CEO and Executive Chairman personally invested βœ… Operational focus on safety, community support, and sustainability βœ… Institutional interest growing with increased liquidity βœ… Expansion strategy includes M&A and organic growth to 100K+ oz/year If you found value in today's breakdown, please give this video a thumbs up, share it with friends, and don't forget to subscribe for weekly market insights. Join the discussion in the comments, and check out our free and premium content on the Rule Classroom for exclusive investment insights! If you would like to support the show, you can do so through a donation here or on YouTube Supers: https://paypal.me/InittoWinitLLC?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US Stay tuned for our next guest and happy investing! Affiliates /Tools for Success that I Love and find Helpful: Join Our Free Newsletter Rule Symposium 2025 (Livestream Replay) Rule Classroom (Free) Rule Classroom Plus (2 Free Months) TradingView (Free) Lobo's Weekly Recap (Free) Uranium Newsletter Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Luca Mining 01:41 Why not pay off all the debt 02:35 Projects in Mexico and Javier's background 09:25 Team experience and operational strengths 13:45 Geology and mining conditions in Mexico 18:36 Insider ownership and share structure 19:41 Commodity breakdown and revenue mix 22:14 Overview of Campo Morado and Tahuehueto mines 23:44 Resource size and growth strategy 25:48 Total gold equivalent ounces 27:00 Land package and exploration potential 29:04 Key risks and how they are managed 32:23 Final thoughts and open-door policy 33:43 Contact information and closing remarks DISCLAIMER: I am not a financial advisor. This is not financial advice. I only express my opinion based on my experience, and your experience may be different. These videos are for educational and motivational purposes only. Investing of any kind involves risk. Do your own due diligence. Every investment and bet comes with the risk that your capital could go to zero. WHAT I DO: I spread out my investments. It's not all on one thing. For every bet that I make, I devote one hour of study per month to that investment. I keep the number of bets to what I can feasibly study. AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: Some of the links on this channel are affiliate links, meaning, at NO additional cost to you, the show may earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase and/or subscribe. However, this does not impact my opinion. I recommend them because they are helpful and useful, not because I am looking for the small commission. Thank you for using the links. #LucaMining #JavierReyes #Copper #Gold #Silver #Zinc #MiningStocks #MexicoMining #NaturalResources #GoldEquity #RuleSymposium #CommodityInvestment #InsiderOwnership #MiningInnovation #Bitcoin #Nickel #IronOre #Coal #NaturalGas #Platinum #Palladium #Uranium #Oil #S&P500 #InItToWinIt #SteveBarton
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Jul 30, 2025 β€’ 38min

Gold Is Replacing Treasuries and Nobody's Talking About It! ~ Andy Schectman Exposes Truth

Andy Schectman, CEO of Miles Franklin, shares urgent macroeconomic insights from the 2025 Rule Symposium in Boca Raton, warning of a global shift away from U.S. treasuries and toward commodities and blockchain-based financial systems. As central banks rapidly increase gold holdings, Schectman highlights how the U.S. has quietly become a net importer of gold for the first time in decades. He details the expansion of BRICS+ settlement systems and China's Shanghai Metals Exchange as key signals of a transition to a new global monetary framework. Schectman points to discussions around gold-backed treasuries, with insiders speculating that a 50-year gold-pegged U.S. bond could be issued by 2026 under a new administration. With gold now recognized as a Tier One asset, Schectman emphasizes the growing divide between retail investors and global institutions. While retail money flows into equities, central banks and sovereign wealth funds are draining physical gold from Western vaults. Schectman calls this a once-in-a-generation monetary reset already in motion. Connect with Andy Schectman! LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andy-schectman-0895854 πŸ”₯ Key Topics Discussed βœ… U.S. becomes net gold importer – $100B since Nov 2024 βœ… Global shift from treasuries to commodities & blockchain βœ… BRICS+ launches non-dollar settlement network (Enbridge) βœ… Gold officially recognized as Tier One liquid asse βœ… Trump-linked plan: 50-year gold-backed treasuries by 2026 βœ… Central banks drain Comex, LBMA; U.S. gold deliveries surge βœ… China, Saudi Arabia building global Shanghai Metals vaults βœ… Retail investors pour into equities as institutions exit βœ… Silver, platinum, palladium supply tightening across markets βœ… Judy Shelton hints at July 4th 2026 gold revaluation event If you found value in today's breakdown, please give this video a thumbs up, share it with friends, and don't forget to subscribe for weekly market insights. Join the discussion in the comments, and check out our free and premium content on the Rule Classroom for exclusive investment insights! If you would like to support the show, you can do so through a donation here or on YouTube Supers: https://paypal.me/InittoWinitLLC?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US Stay tuned for our next guest and happy investing! Affiliates /Tools for Success that I Love and find Helpful: Join Our Free Newsletter Rule Symposium 2025 (Livestream Replay) Rule Classroom (Free) Rule Classroom Plus (2 Free Months) TradingView (Free) Lobo's Weekly Recap (Free) Uranium Newsletter Chapters: 00:00 Andy Schectman joins from the 2025 Rule Symposium 01:50 United States becomes net gold importer since November 04:14 U.S. sanctions on Russia trigger global financial backlash 13:25 Gold gains Tier One asset status with liquidity benefits 15:40 Potential remonetization of U.S. balance sheet using gold 20:31 Gold certificates and inflationary debt reduction strategy 25:14 Central banks hoarding gold as retail investors miss trend 29:50 Sales trends in gold silver platinum and palladium 33:44 Platinum and palladium supply tightening and market interest 35:11 How to connect with Andy Schectman and Miles Franklin 37:30 Final remarks and closing from Andy and Steve DISCLAIMER: I am not a financial advisor. This is not financial advice. I only express my opinion based on my experience, and your experience may be different. These videos are for educational and motivational purposes only. Investing of any kind involves risk. Do your own due diligence. Every investment and bet comes with the risk that your capital could go to zero. WHAT I DO: I spread out my investments. It's not all on one thing. For every bet that I make, I devote one hour of study per month to that investment. I keep the number of bets to what I can feasibly study. AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: Some of the links on this channel are affiliate links, meaning, at NO additional cost to you, the show may earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase and/or subscribe. However, this does not impact my opinion. I recommend them because they are helpful and useful, not because I am looking for the small commission. Thank you for using the links. #AndySchectman #MilesFranklin #RuleSymposium2025 #Gold #Silver #BRICS #Commodities #Blockchain #BrettonWoodsIII #GlobalReset #GoldRevaluation #WeaponizedDollar #BaselIII #USDebtCrisis #CentralBanks #PreciousMetals #Bitcoin #SovereignWealth #Investing2025 #FinanceRevolution #InItToWinIt #SteveBarton Andy Schectman, Miles Franklin, 2025 Rule Symposium, BRICS, gold-backed currency, gold revaluation, Bretton Woods III, U.S. dollar collapse, de-dollarization, blockchain finance, global reset, Shanghai Metals Exchange, central bank gold buying, Judy Shelton gold policy, Trump 50-year gold bonds, Basel III gold, Comex delivery, S&P500 & currencies, gold, silver, copper, uranium, oil, natural gas, coal, platinum & palladium, nickel, iron ore, Bitcoin, Steve Barton, In It To Win It
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Jul 29, 2025 β€’ 27min

Top 3 Resource Stocks for 2025 – Tom Hartel's Picks!

Tom Hartel, an experienced individual investor, joined the 2025 Rule Symposium to share his journey from learning stocks with his father at age 10 to decades of investing in natural resources. With over 30 years attending conferences, Hartel emphasizes the life-changing value of listening to industry experts. He highlights silver and platinum as top opportunities in today's market, citing silver's tendency to follow gold and platinum's historic undervaluation, rarity, and rising industrial demand. His key stock picks include First Majestic, Sylvania Platinum, Pan American Silver, and Agnico Eagleβ€”companies he believes offer strong upside and solid fundamentals. Hartel also sees platinum playing a critical role in hydrogen energy and hybrid EVs, supported by BRICS' full control of global platinum production. He encourages investors to keep learning and credits conferences like this one for helping him build long-term wealth. Connect with Tom Hartel! LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomashartel πŸ”₯ Key Topics Discussed βœ… How Tom Hartel began investing at age 10 βœ… 30+ years attending investment conferences for insights βœ… Bullish outlook on silver and platinum in 2025 βœ… Platinum's rare supply, high utility, and strong upside βœ… Zero-cost platinum trade strategy explained βœ… Top picks: First Majestic, Pan American, Sylvania Platinum βœ… Agnico Eagle praised for performance and leadership βœ… Battle Bank's role in metals and currency investing βœ… Wealth-building lessons from top industry experts If you found value in today's breakdown, please give this video a thumbs up, share it with friends, and don't forget to subscribe for weekly market insights. Join the discussion in the comments, and check out our free and premium content on the Rule Classroom for exclusive investment insights! If you would like to support the show, you can do so through a donation here or on YouTube Supers: https://paypal.me/InittoWinitLLC?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US Stay tuned for our next guest and happy investing! Affiliates /Tools for Success that I Love and find Helpful: Join Our Free Newsletter Rule Symposium 2025 (Livestream Replay) Rule Classroom (Free) Rule Classroom Plus (2 Free Months) TradingView (Free) Lobo's Weekly Recap (Free) Uranium Newsletter Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and background 02:18 Getting into natural resource investing 02:45 First impressions of the Rule Symposium 03:24 Accuracy of past conference predictions 04:11 The investment decision that changed everything 04:33 Top commodity picks silver and platinum 05:23 Silver demand and supply outlook 05:43 Silver to gold ratio opportunity 06:13 Favorite silver stocks 07:00 Concerns with First Majestic's Jarrett Canyon 07:43 Platinum investment case and historical ratio 11:14 BRICS control over platinum supply 13:25 Platinum market supply deficit 15:21 Why platinum could surge 15:48 Platinum equities to watch 16:31 Sylvania Platinum overview 16:56 Risks of investing in South Africa 17:50 Sylvania Platinum OTC info 19:23 Other standout companies and Battle Bank 21:16 Final thoughts and lifelong learning 23:34 Resource sector chart by Tavi Costa 25:54 Potential 5x upside and ETF recommendation DISCLAIMER: I am not a financial advisor. This is not financial advice. I only express my opinion based on my experience, and your experience may be different. These videos are for educational and motivational purposes only. Investing of any kind involves risk. Do your own due diligence. Every investment and bet comes with the risk that your capital could go to zero. WHAT I DO: I spread out my investments. It's not all on one thing. For every bet that I make, I devote one hour of study per month to that investment. I keep the number of bets to what I can feasibly study. AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: Some of the links on this channel are affiliate links, meaning, at NO additional cost to you, the show may earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase and/or subscribe. However, this does not impact my opinion. I recommend them because they are helpful and useful, not because I am looking for the small commission. Thank you for using the links. #TomHartel #SilverStocks #PlatinumInvesting #ResourceEquities #Gold #Uranium #Copper #Bitcoin #NaturalGas #Oil #Coal #Nickel #IronOre #GoldVsPlatinum #InvestmentConferences #RickRuleSymposium #InItToWinIt #SteveBarton
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Jul 28, 2025 β€’ 30min

GoGold's $1.6B Silver Play! Brad Langille's Goldmine in Mexico

Brad Langille, CEO of GoGold Resources, delivers key insights from the 2025 Rule Symposium in Boca Raton. With a market cap of $550M USD, $135M in cash, and zero debt, GoGold stands out as a low-risk silver producer with strong cash flow and fully funded growth plans. Langille details GoGold's expansion through the Las Ricos South project, which is shovel-ready and expected to boost production from 2M to over 16M ounces annually. He also highlights the company's innovative environmental approach to reclaiming historic tailings, strong community partnerships, and a low $12 AISC. Supported by a seasoned technical team and 50% institutional ownership, GoGold is awaiting a major permit that could serve as a near-term catalyst. With scalable assets, proven leadership, and growing silver exposure, the company is positioned for long-term outperformance. Connect with Brad Langille! Website: https://gogoldresources.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brad-langille-4846ab65/ πŸ”₯ Key Topics Discussed βœ… $550M USD market cap with $135M in cash and no debt βœ… Silver production to grow from 2M to 16M oz annually βœ… Las Ricos South shovel-ready with $12 AISC βœ… Environmental tech reclaims 300-year-old tailings βœ… Proven track record: 4 successful mines built in Mexico βœ… Las Ricos North expansion to add 8.5M oz silver βœ… 50% institutional, 20% insider ownership including CEO βœ… Community-backed with top-tier environmental practices βœ… Pending permit expected to unlock major near-term upside βœ… Long-term vision: 15–16M oz production, mid-tier silver leader If you found value in today's breakdown, please give this video a thumbs up, share it with friends, and don't forget to subscribe for weekly market insights. Join the discussion in the comments, and check out our free and premium content on the Rule Classroom for exclusive investment insights! If you would like to support the show, you can do so through a donation here or on YouTube Supers: https://paypal.me/InittoWinitLLC?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US Stay tuned for our next guest and happy investing! Affiliates /Tools for Success that I Love and find Helpful: Join Our Free Newsletter Rule Symposium 2025 (Livestream Replay) Rule Classroom (Free) Rule Classroom Plus (2 Free Months) TradingView (Free) Lobo's Weekly Recap (Free) Uranium Newsletter Chapters 00:00 Brad Langille joins from the Rule Symposium 2025 00:27 Overview of GoGold market cap, cash and zero debt 02:21 Environmental tech and tailings reclamation 04:31 Team background and experience in Mexico 05:56 Track record of four successful mine builds 09:05 Insider ownership and shareholder structure 10:28 Las Ricos South project overview 12:44 Geology and structure of Las Ricos South 14:23 Permit status and regulatory outlook 18:56 Production scale and cost efficiency 22:19 Revenue breakdown from silver and gold 24:24 Permit as key short-term catalyst 25:44 Las Ricos North development plans 29:23 Final thoughts and how to contact GoGold DISCLAIMER: I am not a financial advisor. This is not financial advice. I only express my opinion based on my experience, and your experience may be different. These videos are for educational and motivational purposes only. Investing of any kind involves risk. Do your own due diligence. Every investment and bet comes with the risk that your capital could go to zero. WHAT I DO: I spread out my investments. It's not all on one thing. For every bet that I make, I devote one hour of study per month to that investment. I keep the number of bets to what I can feasibly study. AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: Some of the links on this channel are affiliate links, meaning, at NO additional cost to you, the show may earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase and/or subscribe. However, this does not impact my opinion. I recommend them because they are helpful and useful, not because I am looking for the small commission. Thank you for using the links. #GoGoldResources #BradLangille #LasRicos #SilverStocks #MiningCEO #GoldInvestment #SilverBoom #MexicoMining #PreciousMetals #RuleSymposium2025 #InItToWinIt #SteveBarton
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Jul 27, 2025 β€’ 49min

Top Commodities to BUY Now: Uranium, Gold & More!

Steve Barton delivers sharp insights on this week's *Monday Market Moves*, covering major trends in commodity investing. The S&P 500 reaches a new intraday high of 6,390, while the dollar weakens and treasury yields remain flat ahead of the Fed meeting. Key sectors show mixed signals: gold and silver flash bearish patterns, while copper shows signs of topping. Uranium continues to gain momentum, fueled by strong investor sentiment. Steve highlights trade setups and technical levels across top ETFs like PHYS, PSLV, GDX, and COPX. Energy markets remain volatile. Oil breaks down from a bearish flag pattern, targeting $55–$60, while natural gas drops sharply. Platinum and palladium face corrections, and Bitcoin trends lower with limited upside in the near term. The episode includes technical and fundamental analysis across energy, metals, and equities, plus a preview of Steve's newly released technical analysis video course: https://stevebarton.gumroad.com/l/TechnicalAnalysisforBeginners. Don't miss viewer Q&A, insights into monetary policy impacts, and real-world investing scenarios. Like, share, and subscribe for weekly market updatesβ€”and visit https://www.stevebartonmoney.com/ to join the free newsletter. Key Market Insights This Week: βœ… S&P 500 hits all-time highs on declining volume βœ… U.S. dollar slips below key supportβ€”short-term bounce expected βœ… Gold breaks trendline support, eyes 200-day moving average βœ… Silver tests major breakout level; $36.41 close needed for confirmation βœ… Copper down 1.5% but holds critical $4.85 support zone βœ… Uranium retraces slightly as Sprott trust adds 100,000 lbs βœ… Oil drops 0.75%, bear flag suggests further downside to $55–$60 βœ… Natural gas plunges through 200-day MA with support lower βœ… Platinum breaks out of consolidation, showing bullish structure βœ… Bitcoin fades post-bounce; $106.5K remains key resistance πŸ“© Join My FREE Newsletter: https://www.stevebartonmoney.com/ Join My Technical Analysis Series: https://stevebarton.gumroad.com/l/TechnicalAnalysisforBeginners If you found value in today's breakdown, please give this video a thumbs up, share it with friends, and don't forget to subscribe for weekly market insights. Join the discussion in the comments, and check out our free and premium content on the Rule Classroom for exclusive investment insights! If you would like to support the show, you can do so through a donation here or on YouTube Supers: https://paypal.me/InittoWinitLLC?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US Stay tuned for our next guest and happy investing! Affiliates /Tools for Success that I Love and find Helpful: Join Our Free Newsletter Rule Symposium 2025 (Livestream Replay) Rule Classroom (Free) Rule Classroom Plus (2 Free Months) TradingView (Free) Lobo's Weekly Recap (Free) Uranium Newsletter Chapters: 00:00 Welcome to Monday Market Moves 00:15 S&P 500 new highs and mixed signals 03:46 Gold sideways movement and key trendline 14:45 Silver declines despite bull flag setup 21:05 Affiliate links and precious metals offers 22:31 Copper flat week and pattern analysis 27:33 Uranium pullback and trust activity 34:13 Crude oil drops and bearish pattern 37:10 Natural gas breakout and support levels 40:07 Coal performance and ETF update 41:13 Platinum weekly dip in bullish trend 42:40 Palladium reversal bar and outlook 44:47 Bloomberg Index and platinum stocks 47:34 Bitcoin intraday high and Fibonacci zones DISCLAIMER: I am not a financial advisor. This is not financial advice. I only express my opinion based on my experience, and your experience may be different. These videos are for educational and motivational purposes only. Investing of any kind involves risk. Do your own due diligence. Every investment and bet comes with the risk that your capital could go to zero. WHAT I DO: I spread out my investments. It's not all on one thing. For every bet that I make, I devote one hour of study per month to that investment. I keep the number of bets to what I can feasibly study. AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: Some of the links on this channel are affiliate links, meaning, at NO additional cost to you, the show may earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase and/or subscribe. However, this does not impact my opinion. I recommend them because they are helpful and useful, not because I am looking for the small commission. Thank you for using the links. #CommodityInvesting #SteveBarton #Gold #Silver #Uranium #Oil #NaturalGas #Bitcoin #SP500 #InvestingTips #StockMarketNews #CryptoMarket #FinancialEducation #MondayMarketMoves #SteveBarton #InItToWinIt
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Jul 26, 2025 β€’ 1h 5min

Forget Oil! Matt Warder Says Coal Is the Real Play!

Matt Warder of Sea Wolf Research joins Steve Barton to deliver a sharp update on the coal market's evolving macro landscape. He explains how summer demand, LNG export growth, and rising U.S. power prices are shaping met and thermal coal pricing. Warder notes how Chinese steel production and potential capacity cuts are critical catalysts that could drive prices further, especially as restocking season approaches. Key companies discussed include Warrior Met Coal (HCC), Core Natural Resources (CNR), Alliance Resource Partners (ARLP), and Ramaco Resources (METC). Warder also shares his current positioning and views on equity performance, short interest, and risk strategies in the sector. He flags the importance of shareholder returns and highlights recent developments in the BTU–Anglo deal and the potential re-rating of Glencore. The episode touches on junior coal plays like Colonial Coal and Forge Resources, the return of Mongolian miners, and the unexpected conversation around restarting U.S. coal plants amid rising energy demand. Warder's analysis is deeply rooted in real-time data, technicals, and supply-demand fundamentals. Connect with Matt Warder! Twitter: https://x.com/mfwarder LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mfwarder/ Substack: https://substack.com/@seawolfresearch πŸ”₯ Key Topics Discussed βœ… Joe Mazumdar's transition from geologist to mining analyst βœ… Argentina's improving investment climate for mining βœ… Pan American and Abra Silver project outlooks βœ… Top commodities: gold, silver, copper, uranium βœ… M&A activity in Mexico and Latin America βœ… Benefits of royalty and streaming models βœ… Exploration strategy and risk for new investors βœ… Origin Royalty's growth and market success βœ… What's inside the Exploration Insights newsletter If you found value in today's breakdown, please give this video a thumbs up, share it with friends, and don't forget to subscribe for weekly market insights. Join the discussion in the comments, and check out our free and premium content on the Rule Classroom for exclusive investment insights! If you would like to support the show, you can do so through a donation here or on YouTube Supers: https://paypal.me/InittoWinitLLC?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US Stay tuned for our next guest and happy investing! Affiliates /Tools for Success that I Love and find Helpful: Join Our Free Newsletter Rule Symposium 2025 (Livestream Replay) Rule Classroom (Free) Rule Classroom Plus (2 Free Months) TradingView (Free) Lobo's Weekly Recap (Free) Uranium Newsletter Chapters: 00:00 Welcome back with Matt Warder from Sea Wolf Research 05:46 LNG exports and U.S. natural gas impact on coal 07:14 Thermal coal demand and oil price connection 07:49 China steel exports and met coal implications 15:29 Warrior Met Coal macro and chart breakdown 18:07 Coal stock trend analysis and market sentiment 19:31 Warrior vs AMR outlook and Blue Creek update 21:46 NRP capital returns and shareholder expectations 23:20 BTU macro outlook and asset deal discussion 30:28 BTU valuation scenarios with and without Anglo assets 31:09 Whitehaven and Australian coal stock perspectives 35:31 Colonial Coal sale outlook and valuation 37:09 AMR acquisition speculation and buyer hesitation 37:59 Forge Resources intro and strategic role 41:44 Junior coal exploration landscape and prospects 42:56 Emerging market coal players and national strategy 46:31 Glencore positioning and Elk Valley earnout 48:45 U.S. coal plant restarts and electricity supply 54:03 Best coal stock pick for retail investors 56:43 LNG exposure and energy sector plays 59:35 Alliance Resource Partners investment view 01:02:40 Final thoughts and coal market outlook DISCLAIMER: I am not a financial advisor. This is not financial advice. I only express my opinion based on my experience, and your experience may be different. These videos are for educational and motivational purposes only. Investing of any kind involves risk. Do your own due diligence. Every investment and bet comes with the risk that your capital could go to zero. WHAT I DO: I spread out my investments. It's not all on one thing. For every bet that I make, I devote one hour of study per month to that investment. I keep the number of bets to what I can feasibly study. AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: Some of the links on this channel are affiliate links, meaning, at NO additional cost to you, the show may earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase and/or subscribe. However, this does not impact my opinion. I recommend them because they are helpful and useful, not because I am looking for the small commission. Thank you for using the links. #CoalMarket #LNG #MattWarder #WarriorMetCoal #CoreNaturalResources #PeabodyEnergy #Glencore #Ramaco #MetCoal #EnergyCrisis #Commodities #ChinaSteel #RareEarths #ForgeResources #Uranium #NaturalGas #Bitcoin #InItToWinIt #SteveBarton
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Jul 25, 2025 β€’ 21min

Why Argentina Is the Next Mining Powerhouse: Joe Mazumdar's Mining Insights!

Joe Mazumdar of Exploration Insights joins Steve Barton at the 2025 Rule Symposium in Boca Raton to share his journey from field geologist to mining finance expert. Having worked across Canada, Australia, and Argentina, Joe brings a global perspective on geology and economics that shaped his career and the direction of his publication. Mazumdar highlights geopolitical risks in mining jurisdictions such as Argentina and Guatemala, analyzing companies like Pan American Silver and why Abra Silver is a standout opportunity. He also emphasizes the importance of investing in liquid commodities like gold, silver, copper, and uranium. For beginner geologists and investors, Joe offers insights on risk management, exploration strategy, and the critical role of jurisdictional awareness. His weekly newsletter, Exploration Insights, provides real-time updates on what he's buying and selling, backed by deep technical and market analysis. Connect with Joe Mazumdar! Website: https://explorationinsights.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-mazumdar-b0177215/ X: https://x.com/joemazumdar πŸ”₯ Key Topics Discussed βœ… Joe Mazumdar's transition from geologist to mining analyst βœ… Argentina's improving investment climate for mining βœ… Pan American and Abra Silver project outlooks βœ… Top commodities: gold, silver, copper, uranium βœ… M&A activity in Mexico and Latin America βœ… Benefits of royalty and streaming models βœ… Exploration strategy and risk for new investors βœ… Origin Royalty's growth and market success βœ… What's inside the Exploration Insights newsletter If you found value in today's breakdown, please give this video a thumbs up, share it with friends, and don't forget to subscribe for weekly market insights. Join the discussion in the comments, and check out our free and premium content on the Rule Classroom for exclusive investment insights! If you would like to support the show, you can do so through a donation here or on YouTube Supers: https://paypal.me/InittoWinitLLC?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US Stay tuned for our next guest and happy investing! Affiliates /Tools for Success that I Love and find Helpful: Join Our Free Newsletter Rule Symposium 2025 (Livestream Replay) Rule Classroom (Free) Rule Classroom Plus (2 Free Months) TradingView (Free) Lobo's Weekly Recap (Free) Uranium Newsletter Chapters: 00:00 Joe Mazumdar Geologist Introduction 00:32 How Joe Got Into Geology and Mining Finance 02:29 Observations on Argentina's Political and Mining Shifts 03:02 Challenges Advancing Silver Projects in Chubut 04:13 Pan American and Project Risk in Guatemala 05:27 Operational Issues at La Colorada 06:09 Joe's Favorite Commodities in 2025 07:24 Why Abra Silver is a Top Pick 08:53 The Origin Royalty Success Story 09:48 Origin's Growth from 45 Cents to Major Bidding War 10:24 Thoughts on Holding Triple Flag and Spinco 10:54 Advice for Beginner Geologists 14:32 Learning Geology from YouTube and Regional Context 16:04 How Joe Conducts Exploration Due Diligence 19:03 What to Expect from Exploration Insights Newsletter DISCLAIMER: I am not a financial advisor. This is not financial advice. I only express my opinion based on my experience, and your experience may be different. These videos are for educational and motivational purposes only. Investing of any kind involves risk. Do your own due diligence. Every investment and bet comes with the risk that your capital could go to zero. WHAT I DO: I spread out my investments. It's not all on one thing. For every bet that I make, I devote one hour of study per month to that investment. I keep the number of bets to what I can feasibly study. AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: Some of the links on this channel are affiliate links, meaning, at NO additional cost to you, the show may earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase and/or subscribe. However, this does not impact my opinion. I recommend them because they are helpful and useful, not because I am looking for the small commission. Thank you for using the links. #JoeMazumdar #ExplorationInsights #MiningStocks #GoldInvesting #SilverStocks #AbraSilver #ArgentinaMining #RickRuleSymposium #GeologyCareers #MiningFinance #Royalties #UraniumStocks #PreciousMetals #MiningInvestment #ResourceSector #CopperInvesting #GoldExploration #SprottEDU #CommodityInvesting #InItToWinIt #SteveBarton
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Jul 24, 2025 β€’ 20min

$500M Copper Discovery? Lara Exploration's Plan Alto Project!

Simon Ingram, CEO of Lara Exploration, delivers key insights from the 2025 Rule Symposium in Boca Raton. Lara Exploration stands out with a $90M CAD market cap, no debt, and $4M in cash. Backed by a strong technical team, the company operates under a proven prospect generator model with a record of major copper discoveries. The company's flagship asset, the 100%-owned Planalto project in Brazil, hosts a 200M ton open-pit copper resource in one of South America's most infrastructure-ready mining districts. With $10M already invested by a former partner and a PEA expected this September, Lara is positioned for a significant re-rating. Ingram discusses strong insider ownership (20%), past partnerships with Capstone and Codelco, and a disciplined approach to dilution. With copper's rising global demand, Lara's positioning offers compelling long-term upside. Like, share, and subscribe for more expert insights from the Rule Symposium. Connect with Simon Ingram! Website: https://laraexploration.com/ πŸ”₯ Key Topics Discussed βœ… $90M CAD market cap, zero debt, $4M cash on hand βœ… Proven prospect generator model with 18-year track record βœ… 200M ton open-pit copper resource at Planalto, Brazil βœ… Planalto benefits from world-class infrastructure & low-cost power βœ… $10M in de-risking already completed by Capstone βœ… PEA expected September 2025 – major re-rating potential βœ… 20% insider ownership; strong support from family offices βœ… Former partnerships with Capstone and Codelco βœ… Copper accounts for 95% of project value βœ… Long-term strategy: build high-quality copper assets in top jurisdictions If you found value in today's breakdown, please give this video a thumbs up, share it with friends, and don't forget to subscribe for weekly market insights. Join the discussion in the comments, and check out our free and premium content on the Rule Classroom for exclusive investment insights! If you would like to support the show, you can do so through a donation here or on YouTube Supers: https://paypal.me/InittoWinitLLC?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US Stay tuned for our next guest and happy investing! Affiliates /Tools for Success that I Love and find Helpful: Join Our Free Newsletter Rule Symposium 2025 (Livestream Replay) Rule Classroom (Free) Rule Classroom Plus (2 Free Months) TradingView (Free) Lobo's Weekly Recap (Free) Uranium Newsletter Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Lara Exploration with CEO Simon Ingram 00:26 Elevator pitch including market cap cash and debt 01:09 Overview of operations in Brazil and Peru 02:40 Team background and experience in exploration 03:50 Explanation of the prospect generator business model 05:23 Details on the Planalto copper project in Brazil 08:33 Discussion on infrastructure and local community benefits 10:32 Breakdown of copper and gold value in the project 11:00 Insider ownership and long-term management involvement 11:35 Retail availability and key strategic shareholders 13:06 Timing for upcoming PEA and growth potential 15:17 Addressing the biggest unanswered questions 17:14 Final thoughts on copper demand and market outlook 18:57 How to follow up with Lara Exploration DISCLAIMER: I am not a financial advisor. This is not financial advice. I only express my opinion based on my experience, and your experience may be different. These videos are for educational and motivational purposes only. Investing of any kind involves risk. Do your own due diligence. Every investment and bet comes with the risk that your capital could go to zero. WHAT I DO: I spread out my investments. It's not all on one thing. For every bet that I make, I devote one hour of study per month to that investment. I keep the number of bets to what I can feasibly study. AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: Some of the links on this channel are affiliate links, meaning, at NO additional cost to you, the show may earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase and/or subscribe. However, this does not impact my opinion. I recommend them because they are helpful and useful, not because I am looking for the small commission. Thank you for using the links. #LaraExploration #CopperMining #RuleSymposium #JuniorMiners #SimonIngram #MiningStocks #CopperBoom #BrazilMining #PlanAlto #MiningInvestment #NaturalResources #Gold #Silver #Uranium #Nickel #Bitcoin #Oil #NaturalGas #IronOre #Coal #Platinum #Palladium #S&P500 #GoldStocks #InItToWinIt #SteveBarton
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Jul 23, 2025 β€’ 1h 3min

Smart Tax Planning with IRAs: Leonard Wright's Retirement Planning Take

Leonard Wright, a leading voice in financial planning and chair of the Personal Financial Planning Executive Committee, explains how his grandparents' pension loss after Studebaker's collapse inspired his mission to protect retirement security through 401k plans. With over 29 years in the industry, Wright outlines core strategies for optimizing traditional and Roth IRAs, using micro-Roth conversions, and leveraging inherited assets tax-efficiently. He emphasizes holistic financial planning, association networking, and the value of intellectual capital for long-term success. Wright also explores the transformative impact of AI and robotics on longevity and the economy, highlighting new healthcare breakthroughs and rising investment opportunities. He shares actionable insights on Safe Harbor, profit-sharing, and cash balance plansβ€”helping professionals and business owners reduce taxes and boost retirement outcomes. Connect with Leonard Wright! Website: https://aicpaconferences.com/b/sp/leonard-wright-1643 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leonardwright/ πŸ”₯ Key Topics Discussed βœ… How Studebaker's collapse led Leonard Wright to focus on 401k reform βœ… 401k success story: from zero to $2M in savings βœ… Roth vs Traditional IRAs: key differences and tax strategies βœ… Micro Roth conversions for long-term tax savings βœ… Holistic financial planning: risk, retirement, estate, and investment βœ… Cash balance plans: deduct up to $300K as a business owner βœ… Safe Harbor and profit-sharing to reduce turnover and boost retention βœ… Building intellectual capital through professional associations βœ… AI and robotics reshaping health, longevity, and investment βœ… Future opportunities in tech, finance, and tax planning If you found value in today's breakdown, please give this video a thumbs up, share it with friends, and don't forget to subscribe for weekly market insights. Join the discussion in the comments, and check out our free and premium content on the Rule Classroom for exclusive investment insights! If you would like to support the show, you can do so through a donation here or on YouTube Supers: https://paypal.me/InittoWinitLLC?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US Stay tuned for our next guest and happy investing! Affiliates /Tools for Success that I Love and find Helpful: Join Our Free Newsletter Rule Symposium 2025 (Livestream Replay) Rule Classroom (Free) Rule Classroom Plus (2 Free Months) TradingView (Free) Lobo's Weekly Recap (Free) Uranium Newsletter Chapters: 00:00 Introduction with Steve Barton and Leonard Wright 09:31 The value of networking and intellectual capital 11:14 Macro view on the economy and financial markets 20:32 How AI is transforming healthcare and longevity 21:42 Overview of financial planning strategies 31:19 Tax tips for individual investors 42:07 Understanding profit sharing plans 47:32 Cash balance plans and tax-saving opportunities 55:52 Traditional versus Roth IRA conversion advice 59:06 Required minimum distributions explained 01:01:30 How to follow and connect with Leonard Wright DISCLAIMER: I am not a financial advisor. This is not financial advice. I only express my opinion based on my experience, and your experience may be different. These videos are for educational and motivational purposes only. Investing of any kind involves risk. Do your own due diligence. Every investment and bet comes with the risk that your capital could go to zero. WHAT I DO: I spread out my investments. It's not all on one thing. For every bet that I make, I devote one hour of study per month to that investment. I keep the number of bets to what I can feasibly study. AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: Some of the links on this channel are affiliate links, meaning, at NO additional cost to you, the show may earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase and/or subscribe. However, this does not impact my opinion. I recommend them because they are helpful and useful, not because I am looking for the small commission. Thank you for using the links. #401k #RothIRA #LeonardWright #FinancialPlanning #ArtificialIntelligence #RetirementStrategy #EstatePlanning #CashBalancePlan #SafeHarbor401k #HolisticWealth #Bitcoin #Gold #Silver #Uranium #Oil #NaturalGas #Copper #Coal #Platinum #Palladium #Nickel #IronOre #S&P500 #FinancialFreedom #GenerationalWealth #FinancialLiteracy #InItToWinIt #SteveBarton
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Jul 22, 2025 β€’ 18min

$11M Miner with 0 Debt: Why Riverside Resources Could Be a Hidden Gem!

John-Mark Staude, CEO of Riverside Resources, shares an update from the 2025 Rule Symposium, outlining the company's $11M CAD market cap, $4M in cash, and zero debt. Operating under the prospect generator model, Riverside partners with major firms like BHP to fund exploration while retaining royaltiesβ€”reducing risk and preserving shareholder value. With over 40 years in mining, Staude brings experience from BHP, Rio Tinto, and Tech. He highlights Riverside's lean share structure, 10% insider ownership, and minimal dilution. A recent spinoff, Blue Jay Gold, delivered direct value to shareholders, while Riverside continues to add new projects in British Columbia and advance exploration at Union and Cecilia. Riverside's focus spans gold, silver, copper, and rare earths across Canada, the U.S., and Mexico. The company is actively drilling and expanding its portfolio in mining-friendly regions, including Sonora. With key assets, strong partners, and rare earth exposure, Riverside is positioned for growth in today's evolving global market. Connect with John-Mark Staude! Website: https://rivres.com/corporate/management/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-mark-staude-2468b86/ πŸ”₯ Key Topics Discussed βœ… $11M CAD market cap with $4M cash and zero debt βœ… Prospect generator model reduces risk and preserves equity βœ… Partnerships with BHP and Quest Corp fund exploration βœ… High insider ownership (~10%) and strategic investors like Rick Rule βœ… Blue Jay Gold spinoff delivered direct value to shareholders βœ… Portfolio spans Canada, U.S., and Mexicoβ€”focused on gold, copper, REEs βœ… Ongoing drilling at Union and Cecilia projects βœ… Rare earth potential driven by carbonatite deposits in BC βœ… Projects concentrated in mining-friendly regions like Sonora and BC βœ… Proven track record: minimal dilution after 18 years of operation If you found value in today's breakdown, please give this video a thumbs up, share it with friends, and don't forget to subscribe for weekly market insights. Join the discussion in the comments, and check out our free and premium content on the Rule Classroom for exclusive investment insights! If you would like to support the show, you can do so through a donation here or on YouTube Supers: https://paypal.me/InittoWinitLLC?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US Stay tuned for our next guest and happy investing! Affiliates /Tools for Success that I Love and find Helpful: Join Our Free Newsletter Rule Symposium 2025 (Livestream Replay) Rule Classroom (Free) Rule Classroom Plus (2 Free Months) TradingView (Free) Lobo's Weekly Recap (Free) Uranium Newsletter Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and episode overview 00:23 Riverside elevator pitch including market cap and cash 02:06 Prospect generator model and royalty strategy 03:21 Staude's background and industry experience 04:48 Insider ownership and shareholder breakdown 05:46 Blue Jay Gold spinoff summary 06:59 Mechanics of the Blue Jay share distribution 08:50 Commodity focus on gold silver copper and rare earths 09:30 Geographic project locations in Canada US and Mexico 10:11 Upcoming projects and drilling activity 11:14 Risks challenges and leadership succession 12:26 Perception of risk in Mexico and exploration reality 15:27 Rare earth elements and global market dynamics 17:10 Carbonatite deposits and REE exploration model 17:51 How to contact Riverside Resources DISCLAIMER: I am not a financial advisor. This is not financial advice. I only express my opinion based on my experience, and your experience may be different. These videos are for educational and motivational purposes only. Investing of any kind involves risk. Do your own due diligence. Every investment and bet comes with the risk that your capital could go to zero. WHAT I DO: I spread out my investments. It's not all on one thing. For every bet that I make, I devote one hour of study per month to that investment. I keep the number of bets to what I can feasibly study. AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE: Some of the links on this channel are affiliate links, meaning, at NO additional cost to you, the show may earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase and/or subscribe. However, this does not impact my opinion. I recommend them because they are helpful and useful, not because I am looking for the small commission. Thank you for using the links. #Gold #Silver #Copper #RareEarths #MiningStocks #JuniorMiners #BHP #RiversideResources #JohnMarkStaude #BlueJayGold #ExplorationStocks #StockMarket2025 #CommodityInvesting #InItToWinIt #SteveBarton

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