The Sunday Roast

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 launchin...

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 pos...

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 an...

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 a...

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...

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 partne...

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, an...

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 div...

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 ra...

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...

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 capita...

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 join...

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...

In this episode of The Midweek Takeaway, we’re joined by Che Connon and Geoff Baker of BSF Enterprise. The company has just announced groundbreaking progress at its subsidiary, Lab-Grown Leather Ltd (LGL), which is developing sustainable leather alternatives using its proprietary ATEP™️ platform. We dive into their three core product lines—Elemental, Elemental+, and Elemental X—including a revolut...

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...

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...

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,...

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 s...

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...

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-grad...

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-incorp...

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 fe...

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 aw...

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. Coli...

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! Disclaimer & Declaration of Interest This podcast may contain paid promotions, i...