CrashLabs

Denis Laviolette•ceo.ca

CrashLabs, with Denis Laviolette is a podcast that explores the art of making money in uncertain and turbulent times. Our show features one-on-one interviews with industry leaders in the mining and metals sector, where we dig into their tips, stories and what they’ve learned along the way, breaking down the challenges and opportunities that matter. Join us as we make sense of the financial markets and uncover the secrets to thriving amidst chaos. Ideas for the next podcast? Join the discussion at CEO.CA/CrashLabs

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#10 - Jamie Levy

Jamie Levy, President, CEO and Director of Generation Mining, brings over 25 years of experience in the Canadian mining sector. Prior to leading the development of the Marathon Palladium-Copper Project, he served as a VP at Pinetree Capital as well as CEO of Pine Point Mining until its acquisition by Osisko Metals. ◼️2:30 – Background ◼️9:30 – State of the Junior Markets ◼️16:20 – TSXV 2023 vs. 2018 ◼️18:50 – Capturing the Generalists ◼️20:35 – Flow-Through Helps or Hurts? ◼️23:40 – Senior Miner...

May 18, 2023•46 min•Season 1Ep. 10

#9 - Jose Vizquerra

Jose Vizquerra is the CEO of O3 Mining with previous executive roles at Osisko and Oban Mining, where he led a significant merger to form Osisko. He played a key role in developing Osisko's Windfall gold project and has served at Compañia de Minas Buenaventura and the Red Lake gold mine. Vizquerra is on the boards of Osisko, Silver Mountain Resources and advises Discovery Silver and Palamina. A recognized Young Mining Professional, he's an alumnus of Wharton and holds an MSc from Queens Universi...

May 11, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 9

EarthLabs War Room #8 (SPOT Q4 Review)

Join EarthLabs Exec Chair & CEO Denis Laviolette alongside the Company's Management Team in the CrashLabs Podcast Studio to discuss EarthLabs' Q4 financial results including record advertising and subscriptions revenue of $4,017,064, up 189.7%. ◼️189.7% increase in total advertising and subscription revenue compared to 2021, on an annualized basis. ◼️Total cash, cash equivalents, and investments of $52.5M. ◼️Sale of the Exploration Technology Division to ALS GoldSpot streamlines operations a...

May 04, 2023•31 min•Season 1Ep. 8

EarthLabs War Room #7

Welcome to CrashLabs episode #7, the podcast that delves into the exciting and complex world of resource exploration. Today, the EarthLabs team reviews the latest M&A news in the space as well as submissions from CEO.CA users on their stock portfolios. We cover: ◼️Teck Vs. Glencore Hostile Battle ◼️CrashLabs Junior Mining Deal Review ◼️Submissions Today - $NINE, $ORM $BRW ◼️$NINE Mile Metals Overview (What is a VMS, Pod Hunting) ◼️Nine Mile Brook, Share Structure, Big Bangs, Wedge ◼️Orford M...

Apr 27, 2023•1 hr 22 min•Season 1Ep. 7

#6 - Brian Paes-Braga

Brian Paes-Braga is a Canadian entrepreneur, executive, and author. He is currently the CEO of Low Carbon Royalties, Managing Partner at SAF Group and was the Founder and CEO of Lithium X Energy Corp., which raised $53 million and was acquired for $265 million. Brian has also held board positions at Thunderbird Entertainment and DeepGreen Metals (now The Metals Company), the latter of which completed a $2+ billion NASDAQ transaction in 2021 and aims to supply the world with ethical, clean metals...

Apr 20, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 6

EarthLabs War Room #5 (Golden Planet)

Join EarthLabs Exec Chair & CEO Denis Laviolette alongside the Company's Management Team in the CrashLabs Podcast Studio to discuss EarthLabs' investment in Golden Planet Mining Corp. ◼️Portfolio Update ◼️Defining the Olympus District Play ◼️Strong Cash Position ◼️Upcoming Drill Program ◼️Grizzly Encounter Follow the SPOT crew: https://twitter.com/EarthLabsInc https://twitter.com/DRLaviolette https://twitter.com/cejaykim Follow the Podcast: https://twitter.com/ceodotca Grab your free CEO.CA ...

Apr 13, 2023•19 min•Season 1Ep. 5

#3 - Phil Williams

Welcome to CrashLabs episode #3, the podcast that delves into the exciting and complex world of resource exploration. In this episode, we keep the Pinetree reunion going and are joined by Phil Williams, a highly respected uranium expert and the Chairman and CEO of Consolidated Uranium Inc. With his years of experience in both the capital markets and issuer side, he offers a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for companies involved in uranium exploration and dev...

Apr 06, 2023•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 3

EarthLabs War Room #2

Join EarthLabs Exec Chair & CEO Denis Laviolette alongside the Company's Management Team in the CrashLabs Podcast Studio to discuss the EarthLabs Investment Portfolio, Technology (CEO.CA/DigiGeoData) & Recent Corporate News. EarthLabs, Inc. (TSXV: SPOT) (OTCQX: SPOFF) is a mining investment and technology company that aims to maximize torque to the junior resource sector with $50M in cash and investments, a royalty portfolio and a full suite of data-driven media SaaS tools and services, ...

Mar 29, 2023•1 hr 22 min•Season 1Ep. 2

EarthLabs War Room #1

Join EarthLabs Exec Chair & CEO Denis Laviolette and the SPOT Management Team in the CrashLabs Podcast Studio as they dive into the EarthLabs investment portfolio, technology (CEO.CA/DigiGeoData), and the latest corporate news. Learn about mining the ocean floor, bed bug encounters on site trips, failed funds, fresh deals, the love-hate relationship with lithium, and the thrilling story of EarthLabs. EarthLabs, Inc. (TSXV: SPOT) (OTCQX: SPOFF) is a mining investment and technology company th...

Mar 16, 2023•1 hr 23 min•Season 1Ep. 1

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