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In this episode of Mining Stock Daily, host Michael McCrae is joined by Craig Parry, CEO and Executive Chair of Vizsla Copper (TSX-V: VCU), who lays out next steps for the company's Palmer asset, which the company acquired in December for $25 million. The two discussed gaining government support and looking ahead to where copper prices will settle. The two also discussed the company's plans for Vizsla Copper's B.C. assets.
In this episode, I welcome back Craig Parry, Executive Chairman and CEO of Vizsla Copper (TSXV: VCU | OTCQB: VCUFF), for a comprehensive update on the company's recently expanded copper project portfolio and 2026 exploration plans. Key Discussion Points The Palmer Project Transformation: Discovery of the high-grade copper potential at this advanced-stage Alaskan VMS project, featuring extraordinary drill hits and critical mineral potential (Gallium, Germanium, and Barite). Expansion in British Columbia: Plans for the Poplar and Woodjam projects, including the recent Thira discovery. Strategic Funding and Support: Insight into the company's $38 million cash position and active engagement with the U.S. Department of Energy and the White House to accelerate project development. Exploration Alpha: A look at the upcoming "news flow" from year-round drilling, aimed at bridging the valuation gap between Vizsla and its multi-billion dollar peers. Please email me any follow up questions you have for Craig regarding Vizsla Copper. My email address is Fleck@kereport.com Click here to visit the Vizsla Copper website to learn more about the Company and the portfolio of projects. -------------------- For more market commentary & interview summaries, subscribe to our Substacks: The KE Report: https://kereport.substack.com/ Shad's resource market commentary: https://excelsiorprosperity.substack.com/ Investment disclaimer: This content is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, an offer, or a solicitation to buy or sell any security or investment product. Investing in equities, commodities, really everything involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Do your own research and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Guests and hosts may own shares in companies mentioned.
In this episode, we sit down with Mike Konnert, President and CEO of Vizsla Silver (NYSE/TSX: VZLA), to recap a transformative 2025 and look ahead at the company's ambitious 2026 roadmap. Following a year that saw an over 200% increase in share price and a massive $400 million capital raise, Vizsla Silver is now entering the most critical phase of its lifecycle: the transition to construction and production at its flagship Panuco project in Mexico. Key Discussion Points 2025 Retrospective and De-risking: A review of the feasibility study results, the commencement of test mining, and how the company secured over $400 million in capital to fully fund its development goals. The Path to Production in 2026: Understanding the timeline for the formal construction decision, the status of the MIA permit, and the start of earthworks for the mill and tailings facilities. Aggressive Resource Expansion: Details on the 60,000-meter diamond drill program for 2026, focusing on upgrading inferred resources and testing new targets like the Santa Fe and Animus areas. Long-Term Vision and Growth: How Vizsla plans to reach a target of 50 million ounces of silver equivalent production by 2035 through organic growth and strategic district consolidation. Strategic Partnerships: The significance of bringing Fresnillo onto the share register and maintaining strong ties with Mexican stakeholders. If you have any follow up questions for Mike please email me at Fleck@kereport.com. Click here to visit the Vizsla website to learn more about the Company - https://vizslasilvercorp.com/ ------------ For more market commentary & interview summaries, subscribe to our Substacks: The KE Report: https://kereport.substack.com/ Shad's resource market commentary: https://excelsiorprosperity.substack.com/ Investment disclaimer: This content is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, an offer, or a solicitation to buy or sell any security or investment product. Investing in equities, commodities, really everything involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Do your own research and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Guests and hosts may own shares in companies mentioned.
I speak with Mike Konnert, President & CEO of Vizsla Silver (NYSE/TSX: VZLA) about the company's upsized US$300M convertible note financing and how it strengthens Vizsla's ability to accelerate development of the high-grade Panuco Project, in Mexico. Mike also highlights the newly filed feasibility study, underground progress, and Vizsla's long-term goal of becoming a 50 Moz AgEq/year producer. Key Discussion Points Why Vizsla Chose the $300M Convertible Note Replacing a costlier, restrictive project finance facility with a flexible, upfront funding structure. Capped-Call = Minimal Dilution Protection up to US$10.50/share, with the company intending to settle in cash. Accelerating Build-Out & Exploration Immediate capital access enables faster construction, underground drilling, and district-wide exploration. Feasibility & Outlook Vizsla is now fully feasible and fully financed with exceptional project economics and multiple growth targets across Panuco. If you have any follow up questions for Mike please email me at Fleck@kereport.com. Click here to visit the Vizsla website to learn more about the Company. -------------- For more market commentary & interview summaries, subscribe to our Substacks: https://kereport.substack.com/ https://excelsiorprosperity.substack.com/ Investment disclaimer: This content is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, an offer, or a solicitation to buy or sell any security. Investing in equities and commodities involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Do your own research and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Guests and hosts may own shares in companies mentioned.
Vizsla Copper CEO and Chairman, Craig Parry, joined the podcast to provide his comments on the announced acquisition of the Palmer Project in Alaska. Craig talks about the current resource and potential upsides to those numbers with future drilling. We also discuss the financing accompanying the deal, which involved a $42M raise and an equity roll-back.
American Pacific Mining CEO Warwick Smith joined Mining Stock Daily to discuss the company's sale of the Palmer Copper-Zinc VMS project to Vizsla Copper for US$15 million in equity plus up to US$15 million in milestones. Smith said American Pacific always intended to transact the asset after securing full ownership last year and waited for the right partner. He highlighted Vizsla's strong track record and the improving policy backdrop in Alaska, including support from the governor and federal interest in critical minerals such as copper.Smith noted the substantial exploration potential remaining at Palmer, including untested high-grade copper boulders, and said Vizsla's recently upsized financing gives it the ability to drill aggressively. For American Pacific, the focus now shifts to the Madison project in Montana, which becomes the flagship. The company also intends to transact several Nevada projects, building a basket of equity positions alongside its core asset.He confirmed new staking at Madison after long-held in-lier claims became available, and said drilling is expected soon. Over the next year, the company plans to close the Vizsla transaction, complete Nevada deals, and advance Madison with deep drill testing. Smith emphasized that American Pacific is positioning itself for a streamlined portfolio, stronger balance sheet, and exposure to multiple exploration catalysts.
Vizsla Silver announced a strong Feasibility Study for its 100%-owned Panuco silver-gold project in Sinaloa, Mexico. Arizona Sonoran Copper has secured a C$75 million bought-deal financing led by Canaccord Genuity to advance early development work at its Cactus Copper Project near Casa Grande, Arizona. Dryden Gold reported final 2025 drill results from its Elora Gold System, where the company has more than tripled the length of the main Elora Shear Zone to over 800 metres. NexGen Energy released outstanding assays from its Patterson Corridor East discovery, located 3.5 kilometers east of the company's flagship Arrow deposit in Saskatchewan's Athabasca Basin. Osisko Metals reported strong new drilling from its Gaspé Copper Project in eastern Québec, including long intercepts that both confirm and extend mineralization beyond the 2024 resource model. Brixton Metals released additional strong assays from the Trapper Gold Target at its Thorn Project in British Columbia's Golden Triangle. Borealis Mining reported its second gold and silver doré pour from ongoing heap-leach operations at its Borealis mine in Nevada.This episode of Mining Stock Daily is brought to you by… EQUINOX GOLDEquinox has recently completed the business combination with Calibre Mining to create an Americas-focused diversified gold producer with a portfolio of mines in five countries, anchored by two high-profile, long-life Canadian gold mines, Greenstone and Valentine. Learn more about the business and its operations at equinoxgold.com
In today's canicross story, we chat to Becky about how she tried canicross after her working dogs didn't really enjoy gundog training, and now she's hooked! Becky chats to us about how she started out with free running, experimenting with gundog training tools (like whistle recall), and the moment she realised what canicross was all about. She reflects on how both her dogs — Lexi the cautious Vizsla and Bronson the bold GSP — have adapted differently, and shares insights on training, strength work, confidence building, and managing your body as you join the sport. This episode is ideal for anyone curious about stepping into canicross (or already doing it) who wants a relatable story, practical tips, and encouragement to take that first tethered run. Topics & timings 00:00:35 – Becky introduces herself, Lexi & Bronson 00:03:47 – complementing personalities of two working dogs 00:04:24 – attempt at gundog training and use of whistle 00:06:20 – Becky's transition from CrossFit to biking to running 00:07:57 – first real canicross experience at Connect & Paws 00:09:10 – advice for beginners: take the first step 00:14:53 – changes seen in Lexi and Bronson from canicross 00:17:56 – recap of Becky's recent Trail Dog 5K with obstacles 00:22:45 – Becky's race plans and strategy with Lexi/Bronson 00:28:23 – preparing body: strength, stretching, cadence 00:32:33 – longevity in canicross, dealing with niggles 00:37:50 – balancing training vs resting days 00:38:56 – Becky teases a new project Follow Becky's beautiful Instagram page @lexi_and_bronson
In today's canicross story, we chat to Becky about how she tried canicross after her working dogs didn't really enjoy gundog training, and now she's hooked! Becky chats to us about how she started out with free running, experimenting with gundog training tools (like whistle recall), and the moment she realised what canicross was all about. She reflects on how both her dogs — Lexi the cautious Vizsla and Bronson the bold GSP — have adapted differently, and shares insights on training, strength work, confidence building, and managing your body as you join the sport. This episode is ideal for anyone curious about stepping into canicross (or already doing it) who wants a relatable story, practical tips, and encouragement to take that first tethered run. Topics & timings 00:00:35 – Becky introduces herself, Lexi & Bronson 00:03:47 – complementing personalities of two working dogs 00:04:24 – attempt at gundog training and use of whistle 00:06:20 – Becky's transition from CrossFit to biking to running 00:07:57 – first real canicross experience at Connect & Paws 00:09:10 – advice for beginners: take the first step 00:14:53 – changes seen in Lexi and Bronson from canicross 00:17:56 – recap of Becky's recent Trail Dog 5K with obstacles 00:22:45 – Becky's race plans and strategy with Lexi/Bronson 00:28:23 – preparing body: strength, stretching, cadence 00:32:33 – longevity in canicross, dealing with niggles 00:37:50 – balancing training vs resting days 00:38:56 – Becky teases a new project Follow Becky's beautiful Instagram page @lexi_and_bronson
In this KE Report company introduction, I speak with Alain Lambert, CEO of Prismo Metals (CSE:PRIZ - OTCQB:PMOMF - FSE:7KU), about the company's expanding project portfolio across Arizona and Mexico. Key Discussion Points: Silver King Mine (Arizona): Historic high-grade silver producer. Surface sampling underway, drill permits pending, and a Phase 1 drill program planned before year-end. Ripsey Mine (Arizona): Another past-producing silver mine with strong gold grades, set for mapping and evaluation as Silver King drilling progresses. Hot Breccia (Arizona Copper Belt): Large copper prospect adjacent to Rio Tinto & BHP's Resolution Copper. A potential partnership with majors is being considered due to deep drilling requirements. Palos Verde (Mexico): Surrounded by Vizsla Silver (NYSE/TSX: VZLA), which is also Prismo's largest shareholder. Potential long-term value once Vizsla advances its exploration in the district. Corporate Overview: Management, directors, and advisors own 26%+, with Vizsla as a cornerstone investor. .Click here to visit the Prismo Metals website For more market commentary & interview summaries, subscribe to our Substacks: The KE Report: https://kereport.substack.com/ Shad's resource market commentary: https://excelsiorprosperity.substack.com/ Investment disclaimer: This content is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, an offer, or a solicitation to buy or sell any security. Investing in equities and commodities involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Do your own research and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Guests may own shares in companies mentioned.
Interview with Jesus Velador, VP Exploration of Vizsla SilverOur previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/silver-markets-industrial-demand-monetary-drivers-7530Recording date: 5th September 2025Vizsla Silver Corporation presents a compelling investment opportunity combining immediate production potential with exceptional exploration upside within Mexico's premier silver district. The company has achieved critical milestones that position it advantageously within the silver sector's favorable macroeconomic backdrop.The $220 million project financing package eliminates execution risk while providing sufficient capital to advance the Panuco project into production. This institutional backing validates both project economics and management capabilities, with test mining operations already underway at the high-grade Copala deposit. Vice President of Exploration Jesus Velador confirmed this progress, stating the company has "started already with a test mine and developing of the decline to access the high-grade mineralization in Kopala."Resource confidence has improved significantly through systematic drilling programs. Since acquiring Panuco in late 2019, Vizsla has completed nearly 400,000 meters of drilling across over 1,000 holes, resulting in a remarkable 43% increase in measured and indicated resources at Copala. This enhancement provides greater certainty for early production years while establishing the first measured resource in the deposit's high-grade central core.The exploration opportunity extends far beyond current resources. Within the consolidated 40,000-hectare land package, Vizsla has identified over 150 vein targets but has drilled only approximately 30, representing less than 20% penetration. Surface sampling consistently shows anomalous mineralization exceeding 200-500 grams silver equivalent across numerous targets, indicating district-wide potential for additional resource centers.Recent discoveries validate this potential. The La Pipa zone discovery in the central district demonstrates the effectiveness of Vizsla's systematic exploration approach using advanced technologies including LiDAR mapping, multispectral satellite imagery, and electromagnetic surveys. These techniques have identified additional anomalies requiring testing, providing multiple near-term discovery catalysts.The Animas vein system exemplifies the district's untapped potential. This 7-kilometer-long structure hosted extensive historical mining but only to shallow depths of 100-200 meters. Recent drilling approximately 200 meters below historical workings has encountered mineralization, suggesting telescoping high-grade shoots at depth within this impressive vein system.Recognizing these opportunities, Vizsla has doubled its drilling capacity to four rigs with plans to complete over 20,000 meters of discovery-oriented drilling in 2025. This acceleration enables simultaneous testing of multiple targets while providing frequent newsflow and potential share price catalysts.The company's dual-track strategy maximizes both immediate returns and long-term growth. Development focus on proven Copala-Napoleon deposits ensures near-term cash flow generation, while systematic exploration targets additional resource centers. This approach reduces execution risk while maintaining significant discovery upside.Silver's macroeconomic fundamentals support this investment thesis. Industrial demand from solar panels, electric vehicles, and electronics consumes approximately 60% of annual production, creating inelastic demand. Simultaneously, renewed monetary demand provides additional support as investors seek inflation hedges and precious metals exposure. Mexico's position as the world's largest silver producer provides jurisdictional advantages including established infrastructure, skilled labor, and stable regulatory environment. Combined with proximity to North American markets, these factors enhance project economics while reducing geopolitical risk.Vizsla Silver offers investors rare exposure to both immediate production potential and exceptional discovery leverage within a premier silver district, supported by proven management, advanced exploration methodology, and favorable commodity fundamentals.View Vizsla Silver's company profile: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/vizsla-silver-corpSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com
We welcome back Mike Konnert, President & CEO of Vizsla Silver (TSX: VZLA, NYSE: VZLA), to discuss the company's latest milestone: a US$200 million project financing package with Macquarie to fund development of the Panuco Project in Mexico. This deal is a key step toward making Vizsla Silver one of the world's largest single-asset primary silver producers. Mike outlines: Details of the Macquarie financing and why it's one of the cleanest project finance deals in the silver sector. Updated capital position – nearly half a billion US dollars in liquidity. Development milestones ahead, including the feasibility study (expected later this year) and permitting. How the test mine and early development work are expediting timelines toward production. Ongoing exploration at multiple high-potential targets across the Panuco district and new properties like Santa Fe and Santa Enrique. If you have any follow up questions for Mike please email me at Fleck@kereport.com. Click here to visit the Vizsla website to learn more about the Company. For more market commentary & interview summaries, subscribe to our Substacks: The KE Report: https://kereport.substack.com/ Shad's resource market commentary: https://excelsiorprosperity.substack.com/ Investment disclaimer: This content is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, an offer, or a solicitation to buy or sell any security. Investing in equities and commodities involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Do your own research and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Guests may own shares in companies mentioned
The AKC just made a major change to field trial rules: judges in walking stakes can now use ATVs and UTVs instead of being required to ride horses. To unpack what this means for the sport, I sit down with Paul Hermes — a Florida-based AKC field trial and hunt test judge — to talk through the impact. Paul is realistic about the situation and in an ideal world, he would prefer to have horses for judging. But he also recognizes the practical challenges: horses are increasingly hard to source, and many younger participants don't own them. We discuss the upsides of this shift, the potential challenges it brings, and why, overall, this move could help keep field trials alive and more accessible for the next generation. You can find Paul on Facebook or email him at phermes1@gmail.com. My online course: https://accidentalbirddog.learnworlds.com/ -- The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast is sponsored by onX Hunt and Elevate Pet Provisions. We are part of the HerUpland Podcast Network.
What if your business could run and sell, all while you sleep?Systems expert Kronda Adair joins Erin to break down how service providers can stop leaking time and money by automating wisely. Learn why your email list is gold, how to keep your audience warm, and the real ROI of documenting your processes.Are you the bottleneck in your own business? Kronda Adair exposes how a lack of systems keeps you stuck and overwhelmed. Erin and Kronda share practical steps to build automations that serve your clients (and your sanity). It's time to work less and profit more.Feeling like you're reinventing the wheel every client project? Kronda Adair says: never again! Discover her proven frameworks to create repeatable success, nurture leads automatically, and finally escape the burnout hamster wheel. If you want to scale sustainably, you can't miss this one.Key Takeaways:Systems That Set You Free – Kronda explains how documenting repeatable processes stops you from reinventing the wheel every time.Your Email List is Your Lifeline – Why building and nurturing an email list gives you control over your audience, unlike social media.Goodbye Bottleneck, Hello Growth – Tips to stop being the single point of failure in your business operations.Authentic Automation – How automations can feel personal and build relationships rather than alienate clients.Productize Your Genius – Why turning custom services into repeatable offers protects your time and IP.Owned vs. Rented Audience – Erin and Kronda break down the dangers of relying only on social platforms for leads.Small Tweaks, Big Impact – Easy steps to get started with automations that keep your pipeline warm year-round.Protect What You've Built – Erin shares how contracts and licensing work alongside systems to keep your business scalable and protected.More About Our Guest:Kronda Adair is a Black lesbian dog mom who wants more Black women to rest and let the robots handle their repetitive tasks. Through her Million Dollar Systems retainer and her Automation Club Membership, she uses her knowledge and skills gained as a web developer, content marketing coach, automation service provider, and tech strategist to help overworked business owners stop buying technology and start hiring technology to build a software team that supports their business. When she's not working, she can be found enjoying time at home with her wife, and cat, hiking or doing dog sports with her two Vizsla's, reading, cooking delicious food, or enjoying the postcard vistas of the state of Oregon.Connect with Kronda Adair:WebsiteLinkedInInstagramTikTokConnect with Erin to learn how to Turn Your Expertise into Scalable Recurring Revenue.LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/erinaustin/Think Beyond IP YouTube Page:...
Steadiness can be one of the most challenging things to teach to your pointing dog. In this episode, I talk about the general process of teaching steadiness, regardless of the method you are using. I discuss common mistakes I see people making and those I was guilty of with Zara. I also go into detail about the process I'm using to teach Lanka to be steady on birds. Links mentioned in this episode: NAVHDA Aims, Programs, Test Rules booklet, page 44 for the steadiness diagram: https://www.navhda.org/aims-programs-test-rules/ My upcoming group coaching program: https://accidentalbirddog.com/group-coaching/ My online course: https://accidentalbirddog.learnworlds.com/ -- The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast is sponsored by onX Hunt and Elevate Pet Provisions. We are part of the HerUpland Podcast Network.
In this KE Report company update, I'm joined by Mike Pettingell, Senior Vice President of Business Development and Strategy at Vizsla Silver (TSX: VZLA, NYSE: VZLA), to break down the company's expansive exploration strategy and its ambitions beyond the current Copala resource. Key Focus: True Exploration, Resource Expansion, and the Hunt for “Project 2” Highlights from the conversation include: 2025 Drill Campaign: Vizsla is in the midst of a 25,000-meter exploration-focused drill program, with 8,000 meters already completed. This is not infill or extensional - this is true exploration aimed at uncovering new centers of mineralization across the broader Panuco district. Project One - Resource Growth Near Copala: Focus on shallow, high-grade targets near the Copala and Napoleon corridors, which could improve early cash flow in the upcoming feasibility study. Drilling from underground platforms is planned to efficiently test high-potential zones. Proximal and Near-Mine Targets: Areas like San Peter, San Jack, and La Luisa sit within haulage distance to the proposed mill and could be fast-tracked into future mine plans if successful. Project 2 - District-Scale Discovery Upside: Follow-up drilling is underway at Animas (6m @ 900 g/t AgEq) and Camelia-San Dimas - targets located in the central and eastern parts of the district. These areas are higher up in the system geologically and could host large, standalone systems. New Greenfield Projects - Santa Fe, San Enrique, La Garra: Recently acquired and historically mined, these properties are now being evaluated for new resource potential. Santa Fe is the priority, with a permitted 350 tpd mill on-site. Vizsla aims to fast-track a 43-101 resource using legacy data and internal expertise. Exploration Budget: Vizsla plans to spend ~$20 million on exploration this year, with flexibility to expand based on drill success. If you have any follow up questions for Mike please email me at Fleck@kereport.com. Click here to visit the Vizsla website to learn more about the Company.
How do you figure out if your dog is ready to enter a hunt test or field trial? In this episode, I break down what readiness really means. From evaluating your dog's skills to assessing your own confidence and long-term goals, I'll walk you through key questions to ask yourself before signing up. I also share how time constraints and mental preparedness play a role in deciding when to enter—or hold back. I hope you find this episode useful whether you are entering your very first event or an advanced level test or trial. The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast is sponsored by onX Hunt and Elevate Pet Provisions. We are part of the HerUpland Podcast Network.
Its a big news day with drill results out from Gold Hart Copper, Brixton Metals, and Vizsla Copper. K2 is preparing for the BLM's final EIS approval. District Metals is continuing its data collection in Sweden. Heliostar Metals is officially restarting operations at San Agustin. NGEx Minerals is spinning out a RoyaltyCo. This episode of Mining Stock Daily is brought to you by... Revival Gold is one of the largest pure gold mine developer operating in the United States. The Company is advancing the Mercur Gold Project in Utah and mine permitting preparations and ongoing exploration at the Beartrack-Arnett Gold Project located in Idaho. Revival Gold is listed on the TSX Venture Exchange under the ticker symbol “RVG” and trades on the OTCQX Market under the ticker symbol “RVLGF”. Learn more about the company at revival-dash-gold.comVizsla Silver is focused on becoming one of the world's largest single-asset silver producers through the exploration and development of the 100% owned Panuco-Copala silver-gold district in Sinaloa, Mexico. The company consolidated this historic district in 2019 and has now completed over 325,000 meters of drilling. The company has the world's largest, undeveloped high-grade silver resource. Learn more at https://vizslasilvercorp.com/Equinox has recently completed the business combination with Calibre Mining to create an Americas-focused diversified gold producer with a portfolio of mines in five countries, anchored by two high-profile, long-life Canadian gold mines, Greenstone and Valentine. Learn more about the business and its operations at equinoxgold.com Integra is a growing precious metals producer in the Great Basin of the Western United States. Integra is focused on demonstrating profitability and operational excellence at its principal operating asset, the Florida Canyon Mine, located in Nevada. In addition, Integra is committed to advancing its flagship development-stage heap leach projects: the past producing DeLamar Project located in southwestern Idaho, and the Nevada North Project located in western Nevada. Learn more about the business and their high industry standards over at integraresources.com
Craig Parry sat down with Trevor Hall to have a discussion on the company's current drill program at the Poplar Project. Craig is excited about what he's seeing and hopes the company can walk away from the program with the announcement of a new discovery in BC. The two also muse about the bullish sentiment in mining and exploration recently, along with some important headlines out of the sector which have caught Craig's attention.
It's that summer time feeling..... A feeling like we should rank all the shows that have been released so far! That's right, there's 13 Star Wars tv shows, and we put them in order of what we feel is best. Siber Wren has his list, and D.Vizsla has his. Do they come out the same? Are they different from each other? Which ones made the top three and what criteria did we use to put them there? Well you'll just have to listen to find out! And tell us if you agree, understand why we chose how we did, or disagree...and then send us YOUR lists of the 13 show rankings, and if we get enough, we'll put together a list averaging out all the listener feedback lists!! Send in your thoughts to the show! Send voicemail or email to: themandalorepodcast@gmail.com Tweet us @theMandaLorepod Join the Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheMandaLorePod
Vizsla Silver (TSX:VZLA - NYSE:VZLA) continues to deliver key milestones at its flagship Panuco Project in Mexico. In this company update, Mike Konnert, President and CEO, joins me to discuss two major developments: the progress at the Copala Test Mine and the recent $100 million bought-deal financing. Key topics discussed: Test Mining Progress: Mike provides an update on the underground development now reaching 140 meters, the upcoming 10,000-tonne bulk sample from the 460 level, and how this early work is designed to de-risk the full mine build ahead of mill construction. Purpose of the Test Mine: The goal is to validate mining rates, grade control, and block model reconciliation while stockpiling ore and training the team. This phased approach sets Vizsla up for a smoother transition into full-scale production. Exploration & Resource Expansion: Underground drilling will support resource category conversion (indicated to measured) and eventual reserve definition. Additional drilling is ongoing with plans to grow the broader Panuco district resource base. $100M Financing and Funding Strategy: With ~$200M USD now in the treasury and total CapEx of ~$224M USD, Vizsla is well-positioned to complete mine construction and negotiate project financing from a position of strength - without further equity dilution. Takeover Potential & Valuation Gap: Mike addresses M&A questions and emphasizes that Vizsla is currently trading at ~0.5x NAV, with a clear path toward full value and beyond - citing peers like SilverCrest and MAG Silver reaching 1.5–2x NAV. If you have any follow up questions for Mike please email me at Fleck@kereport.com. Click here to visit the Vizsla website to learn more about the Company.
So whose dog has gotten picked up in a field trial before?! If you run field trials, it's pretty much inevitable that your dog is going to get picked up at some point, no matter how well trained they are. In this episode, I discuss different ways that can get your dog picked up in AKC field trial gun dog stakes. I also go into detail about Zara's field trial career and explain the times that she has gotten picked up. I've heard from listeners that people like to hear these personal stories and how I've learned from mistakes I've made, so hopefully you find this useful! -- The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast is sponsored by OnX Hunt and Elevate Pet Provisions. We are part of the HerUpland Podcast Network.
Craig Parry from Vizsla Copper discusses the company's recent exploration activities in British Columbia, focusing on copper targets throughout the portfolio. He highlights the favorable market conditions for copper, the strategic use of raised funds for exploration, and the promising porphyry targets identified. Parry also addresses the challenges of developing porphyry discoveries and the importance of community engagement and permitting. Additionally, he shares insights on utilizing AI technology for target generation in exploration, expressing optimism for future discoveries.
In this episode of Mining Stock Daily, the conversation revolves around the current state of the silver market, driven by geopolitical tensions and supply-demand dynamics. Michael Konnert from Vizsla Silver discusses the recent breakout in silver prices, the underlying reasons for this movement, and the future outlook for silver demand, particularly in relation to solar technology and defense. The episode also touches on Vizsla Silver's project updates and the company's strategic positioning in the market.
Are you an overworked #business owner drowning in tech, constantly buying new software without seeing a true return on your #investment? Then this #podcast episode of the More Than Graphics podcast is for you! Join us as we sit down with the incredible Kronda Adair, a Black lesbian dog mom who is on a mission to empower more Black women (and all business owners!) to rest and let the robots handle the repetitive tasks.In this insightful conversation, Kronda shares her journey from web developer to tech strategist, explaining how she helps businesses "stop buying technology and start hiring technology." Discover how her Million Dollar Systems retainer and Automation Club Membership empower business owners to build a "software team" that truly supports their growth. We'll explore the power of strategic automation, streamlining your operations, and making technology work for you, not against you. Get ready to learn actionable strategies to reclaim your time, reduce overwhelm, and create systems that drive real impact.About Our Guest:Kronda Adair is a Black lesbian dog mom who wants more Black women to rest and let the robots handle their repetitive tasks. Through her Million Dollar Systems retainer and her Automation Club Membership, she uses her knowledge and skills gained as a web developer, content marketing coach, automation service provider, and tech strategist to help overworked business owners stop buying technology and start hiring technology to build a software team that supports their business. When she's not working, she can be found enjoying time at home with her wife, and cat, hiking or doing dog sports with her two Vizsla's, reading, cooking delicious food, or enjoying the postcard vistas of the state of Oregon.Connect with Kronda:Website: https://karveldigital.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/krondaadairInstagram: https://instagram.com/karveldigitalThreads: https://www.threads.net/karveldigitalTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@krondakarvelFOLLOW MTG:mtgthepodcast.comfacebook.com/mtgthepodcasttwitter.com/mtgthepodcast1instagram.com/mtgthepodcastCO-HOSTS IG: @octanedesigns / @bougienursebabe / @getsillycreative
In this company update, I'm joined by Mike Konnert, President and CEO of Vizsla Silver (NYSE:VZLA - TSX:VZLA), to discuss two major developments: the resumption of field work at the Panuco Project and the strategic acquisition of the Santa Fe claim package, which includes a currently producing silver-gold mine. Key Topics Covered: – Santa Fe Acquisition: Mike explains how the deal was forged through long-standing relationships with a private Mexican mining family. The acquisition adds a producing mine, a mill, and significant exploration upside adjacent to the Panuco Project, strengthening Vizsla's district-scale production vision. – Panuco Project Field Work Resumes: Following a temporary pause, test mining and exploration drilling are back underway. Mike outlines the rapid progress at the Copala test mine and the company's strategy to build out multiple centers of production across the district. – Exploration Outlook for 2025: With six rigs active and a rolling 10,000-meter drill program, Vizsla is targeting growth both near the current resource and across new high-potential zones like Animas, Colorado, and Santa Enrique. The company is also integrating new EM and geophysical data to refine drill targets. – Feasibility Study & Project Financing: The upcoming feasibility study is expected to align closely with the strong economics from the PEA. Vizsla currently holds US$100M in the treasury and has advanced project finance discussions. The company aims to be fully funded and permitted to begin construction, targeting production by late 2027. – Industry Positioning and M&A Trends: Mike highlights recent silver sector M&A deals (like MAG Silver and Pan American), reinforcing that Mexico remains a highly desirable jurisdiction. He sees Vizsla as well-positioned for a major re-rating as the company continues to de-risk and build scale. If you have any follow up questions for Mike please email me at Fleck@kereport.com. Click here to visit the Vizsla website to learn more about the Company.
Interview with Lon Shaver, President of Silvercorp Metals and Michael Konnert, President & CEO of Vizsla Silver Corp.Recording date: 7th May 2025The silver market is experiencing its fifth consecutive year of structural deficit, creating a compelling investment case as demand continues to outpace supply. This imbalance stems from the challenges inherent in developing new silver mines—including permitting hurdles, financing difficulties, and extended development timelines—while production costs rise at roughly 8% annually.Unlike many commodities, silver benefits from dual demand drivers. Industrial usage, particularly in solar energy applications, continues to grow alongside global decarbonization efforts. Simultaneously, investment demand is rising, with the World Silver Survey projecting a 7% increase this year as investors seek alternatives amid economic uncertainty and following gold's upward trajectory.Primary silver producers like Silvercorp Metals and developers such as Vizsla Silver are capitalizing on these favorable conditions. Vizsla's Copala Panuco project in Mexico demonstrates exceptional economics with a projected payback period under six months at current prices, while Silvercorp is leveraging its cash flow from Chinese operations to construct a second project in Ecuador, slated for commissioning in late 2026.Both companies emphasize disciplined capital allocation and operational excellence. Despite having robust growth pipelines, they maintain conservative balance sheets while pursuing strategic expansions. This approach has enabled them to secure financing on favorable terms as investor sentiment shifts positively toward the sector.Geopolitical trends are increasingly favorable to mining in key jurisdictions like Mexico, Ecuador, and Canada, where governments recognize the economic benefits of resource development. Vizsla notes that its operations could eventually support up to 1,000 direct and indirect jobs, highlighting mining's contribution to local economies.While ESG considerations are less headline-grabbing than in recent years, they have become standard practice for well-managed companies. Both Silvercorp and Vizsla integrate sustainable operations and community engagement as core business functions, improving their appeal to institutional investors.Despite the favorable macro environment, silver equities have not yet fully priced in the underlying commodity dynamics, suggesting potential upside for investors. As broader capital markets reengage with the commodity sector, silver equities—offering both industrial utility and monetary potential—represent an underappreciated opportunity for investors seeking fundamentally supported long-term growth.Learn more: https://cruxinvestor.com/categories/commodities/silverhttps://cruxinvestor.com/companies/vizsla-silver-corphttps://cruxinvestor.com/companies/silvercorp-metalsSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com
In this unforgettable episode of the HappyCast, hosts Andrew, Dylan, and Stephanie welcome Canadian ultrarunner and mental health advocate Evan Birch, along with his trail-blazing running partner: his seven-year-old Vizsla, Nova. Together, Evan and Nova recently attempted the Orcas Island 100, marking what may be one of the first sanctioned 100-mile ultramarathon efforts by a human-canine team. Their story—captured in the upcoming documentary Supernova: The 100-Mile Dog—goes far beyond finish lines.Evan takes us through the years of preparation that led to this moment, from choosing Nova as a pup specifically for the trails, to learning how to communicate without words, to tailoring training and gear for the unique demands of ultrarunning with a dog. The conversation dives into the bond they've built over hundreds of miles and the sheer trust it takes to tackle such a challenge together.Beyond the race, this episode is a powerful reflection on mental health, identity, and resilience. Evan opens up about his background in emergency services, his own struggles, and how trail running—and Nova—became a path toward healing. Raw, thoughtful, and deeply inspiring, this episode is a reminder that sometimes, the journey isn't just about covering ground—it's about who we become along the way.ultrabirch.comBe sure to subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen, and we always appreciate you leaving a good rate and review. Join the Facebook Group and follow us on Instagram and check out our website for the more episodes, posts and merchandise coming soon. Have a topic you'd like to hear discussed in depth, or a guest you'd like to nominate? Email us at info@happyendingstc.org
Interview with Simon Cmrlec, Chief Operating Officer of Vizsla Silver.Our previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/vizsla-silver-tsxvzla-aiming-for-production-h2-2027-6651Recording date: 16th April, 2025Vizsla Silver represents one of the most compelling pure-play silver investment opportunities in the market today, with a clear path to becoming Mexico's next significant silver producer by late 2027. Under the leadership of Simon Cmrlec, former COO of respected mining engineering firm Ausenco, the company is methodically advancing what Cmrlec describes as "one of the greatest undeveloped silver projects" in his career. The Sinaloa, Mexico project stands out for its exceptional grade profile, with a total resource of over 360 million ounces of silver equivalent and measured and indicated resources of 222 million ounces – significantly exceeding the 170 million ounces planned for production in the company's preliminary economic assessment (PEA).What sets Vizsla apart from many development-stage mining companies is its rare combination of high-grade mineralization and exceptional infrastructure. The project is positioned between two major highways with high-voltage power lines running directly across the property and adequate water resources. This infrastructure advantage dramatically reduces capital requirements and development risks compared to peers developing resources in remote locations. As Cmrlec notes, the ability to "make a discovery right here on a highway" was immediately apparent as a significant competitive advantage.The company's engineering approach demonstrates a conservative methodology focused on risk mitigation while preserving upside potential. The metallurgical testing program has progressed through four comprehensive phases, with over 40 composite samples tested. Recent drilling success has not only increased resource confidence but also improved grades by approximately 5% across the property and 10% in the critical early mining areas at Copala. This combination of resource growth and grade improvement positions the upcoming feasibility study to potentially outperform the already robust PEA projections.With permitting underway, financing discussions advancing, and a test mine already in construction using permanent infrastructure specifications, Vizsla is effectively in the early construction phase. The company's careful approach to mining methods and tailings management demonstrates a thoughtful balance between operational efficiency and environmental considerations. Importantly, the relatively modest scale of operations – processing 3,300 to 4,000 tonnes per day – creates a manageable development path without the capital intensity of larger operations.For investors seeking exposure to silver – a metal with increasingly favorable supply-demand dynamics driven by both industrial applications and monetary demand – Vizsla offers a compelling proposition. The company combines the exploration upside of continued resource growth with the defined development timeline of an advancing project. With experienced technical leadership, a clear production pathway targeting late 2027, and a high-grade resource in a jurisdiction with established mining infrastructure, Vizsla Silver represents a differentiated opportunity in the precious metals space. The company has consistently delivered on milestones over the past two years, building credibility for its execution capability and increasing confidence in its development timeline.—Learn more: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/vizsla-silver-corpSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com
Mike Konnert, President and CEO of Vizsla Silver (NYSE:VZLA & TSX:VZLA), joins me to address the temporary pause in field operations at the Panuco Project in Mexico due to security concerns unrelated to the project itself. Despite the pause, key project components, including test mining and exploration drilling remain on track. Key Discussion Highlights: Temporary Fieldwork Pause: On April 4th, Vizsla Silver announced a brief suspension of on-site work due to regional road security issues. The decision was made out of an abundance of caution. Operations are expected to resume shortly.. New Discovery at La Pipa Target: A high-grade silver drill result, hole AM-25-90, was reported at the La Pipa target - 6km northeast of the Copala resource area. Exploration Continues Across Multiple Targets: Drilling across several priority areas, including historic workings at Animas and San Dimas, are all part of the +10,000 meter program planned for this year. Ground EM surveys and additional data interpretation are underway during the pause. Test Mining Update: Underground development is well underway at the Copala vein with over 30m of box cut completed and underground blasting in progress. The test mine is a crucial de-risking step ahead of mill development and full-scale production. Market Volatility and Financial Strength: Vizsla remains fully funded with US$100 million in cash and no debt. If you have any follow up questions for Mike please email me at Fleck@kereport.com. Click here to visit the Vizsla website to learn more about the Company.
Rövidke, mint a vizsla szőre. De igyekszünk. Jegyzetek A csalás miatt kizárták Johann André Forfangot (https://444.hu/2025/03/10/ruhakba-varrt-drotokkal-csaltak-a-norvegok-az-eszakisi-vilagbajnoksagon) Ki a fasza gyerek? rovat Egy másik timelineon Apple helyett Acorn a világ legnagyobb IT-cége (https://boingboing.net/2025/03/11/technical-history-of-acorn-computers.html) RISC PC pizzasütő (https://www.computinghistory.org.uk/det/44052/RISC-PC-Pizza-Oven/) Lawrence Tesler (https://www.nytimes.com/2020/02/20/technology/lawrence-tesler-dead.html) 3D-nyomtatott pénisszel szaporodhatnak az impotens disznók és nyulak (https://boingboing.net/2025/03/11/new-3d-printed-penis-enables-impotent-rabbits-and-pigs-to-have-sex-and-reproduce.html) Úgy rúg a (többek között kórházakba szánt) robot, mint Chuck Norris (https://interestingengineering.com/innovation/china-humanoid-robot-kick-mid-spin) Itt az 5-perces autótöltés #mosmátélleg #eskü (https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/why-are-chinese-automakers-like-byd-launching-fast-charging-ev-systems-2025-03-18/) Magyar győzelem (https://met3r.com/)
Craig Parry discusses the recent surge in copper prices, the strategic developments at Viszla Copper, and the potential for significant discoveries this year. Craig talks about the setup of Vizsla Copper with 3 projects coming off early exploration work, including IP geophysics and target generation for a potential new discovery hole out of any of the 3 in 2025. He emphasizes the importance of exploration and the changing dynamics in the uranium market, suggesting a broader resource boom on the horizon.
Just under 2 months away is the Andor season 2 return! We got our first teaser trailer recently and Siber Wren and D.Vizsla are here to dive into it as you know we do. What do the scenes mean? What characters are returning? What do we expect to see? Send in your thoughts to the show! Send voicemail or email to: themandalorepodcast@gmail.com Tweet us @theMandaLorepod Join the Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheMandaLorePod
The UnconqueredBy FinalStand. Listen to the Podcast at Explicit Novels.Politically, this was manna from Heaven. Putin couldn't strong arm both the Ukraine and the PRC. His priorities had switched, so now NATO could jump into the Ukraine which would appease their democratic constituencies.There were also larger economic/political issues to look at. Europe had constantly been threatened by Russia's interference with the oil and natural gas pipelines that first pass through Russia before crossing the Ukraine and Belarus and heading off to Central and Western Europe. A great deal of that fuel originated in what was now the Khanate.If the Khanate survived, and viewed the US and UK favorably, the 'oil and natural gas' boot would be on the other foot. If Russia threatened the European Democracies' petrochemical supplies, the Khanate could threaten to cut off Russia as well. The old Republic of Kazakhstan never had the will to confront Russia. The Khanate was turning out to be a very different beast.Because the world didn't need any more ominous rumblings, catastrophe and madness collided in Pyongyang, North Korea. North Korea was an energy exporter, with most of its power coming from coal-fired plants and hydro-electric facilities. The problem was you can't run armored vehicles and combat aircraft on electric power. You needed oil.North Korea's oil came from China, Liaoning province to be precise, and Liaoning was getting hammered around the clock by the Khanate. The oil pipeline had ruptured and it would be months before it was fixed. In that situation, a sane nation would have shopped around for other avenue of imported oil. But we were talking about North Korea here.Kim Jung-un was looking down the barrels of another famine (trucks and tractors need petrol too) as well as the far more important reduction in the Korean People's Army's readiness. He saw himself possessing the World's 4th largest military and it was in danger of running out of fuel, and Liaoning province was sitting right across the Yalu River, all helpless-like.End World News Behind the Scenes ReportIn the annals of martial history, the bloodiest, costliest battles are when elites face elites. As corny and melodramatic as it sounds, the truth is that neither has 'surrender' in their creed. They attack, defend, ambush, shoot, stab and kill one another until one side loses the capacity to carry on the struggle. It is a grapple to the death.All of Ajax's men were hardened killers, ten year veterans of the Trojan Wars every; one of them. The ranks of the 22nd Mountain Troops Battalion were filled with numerous combat-tested soldiers of the Afghan War. These Romanians were some of the finest combatants produced by the Romanian Army. The two companies earmarked for sealing off the road as a retreat route were about to find out what the price of being elite really was.They were fighting for their homeland, avenging their slain (technically, the slaughtered Amazons were Romanians) and had generations of their own warriors, dating back to the First World War, whose legacy of ferocity they had to maintain. Ajax had the advantage in technology and surprise. The Romanians had numbers, experience with the terrain and the advantage of multi-dimensional warfare.The lead vehicles of the 22nd had rounded the hilly terrain to the East of the Castle of Seven Skulls when they collided with Ajax's team rolling away from those ruins. The Mountain Troops were fast, Ajax's team was faster. One soldier stepped out of his still-braking Eagle transport.He snap-shot a Panzerfaust 3, a light anti-tank weapon, blowing up the first Romanian Piranha IIIc. Two Eagles further down the column, a second team member put another Panzerfaust into the follow-up 22nd MLVN (armored personal carrier). That was as good as it got. The third vehicle, another MLVN swung partially around its burning brethren and poured automatic fire into Ajax's lead Eagle, turning huge chunks of that 'Hummer on Steroids' transport into shrapnel.Trading vehicle for vehicle wasn't something Ajax could afford. For the Romanians, they couldn't race past the blocked road without incurring horrendous losses themselves. Besides, by holding their ground and keeping the enemy focused on them, they were fulfilling their part of the plan. The Mountain Troops disgorged from their MLVN's, spreading out into the meadow on either side of the path and were quickly bounding forward by fire.Ajax reacted quickly. His heavy weapons would allow him to attrition the enemy in front of him, yet he'd be a fool to think they were alone. He knew he was facing army troops, not police. That spelled serious trouble. He ordered his column to reverse course back into the wood cover. He lost his second Eagle to intensive fire.The warriors in the main column bailed out once they reached the shelter of the trees. Machineguns came forward and established a withering cover fire. The two survivors at the first Eagle were badly wounded. With fatalistic resolve, they lashed the advancing Romanians with grenades and their assault rifles until they were both silenced. The second Eagle's demise was much harder.Three of the four crew were alive and unharmed. Their fate was decided by 25 meters of open ground between them and their compatriots. Ajax's gunners kept firing, but the Romanians refused to be suppressed. Worse, that second MLVN was proving impossible to kill. Its driver had parked it so that barely the front of his vehicle body and turret were exposed.Two more of Ajax's precious anti-tank rockets failed to connect, though one did knock the first destroyed IFV into that troublesome vehicle. These were Ajax's brothers-in-arms, yet he knew their situation was hopeless. He cursed that his opposition wasn't made up of raw conscripts. Despite their losses, they were not wavering. Their morale remained solid.The Romanians had spread out to the north and south. They were leap-frogging their machineguns forward and it was clear he was facing over 200 men. The 22nds advance was relentless. Soon they'd be right on top of his trapped men. As a final ploy he dropped two smoke grenades around the endangered trio and every other grenade launcher dropped their payloads onto the aggressive Romanians.The three men ran for it. Their enemy were nobody's fool and sprayed their retreat path with bullets. Only one made it to safety.For the Romanian battalion's commander in his command IFV, this was its own kind of Hell. His boys were getting murdered out there. He hadn't really believed the sketchy intelligence analysis that described his expected foes as the finest trained mercenaries the world has ever seen. Now he was a believer. His opponents reacted like an organic unit. Their weapons were incredibly lethal and their discipline was chilling. Ajax's snipers picked off anyone who seemed to be in charge. One Captain fell, as did two lieutenants. One section lost all its non-commissioned officers.Despite that, individual initiative kept the 'leaderless' men of the 22nd advancing. Their snipers came into play by targeting the opposing machineguns. One gunner went down, then the other. To get one man back, Ajax had lost five dead, or seriously wounded. Ajax ordered the remaining Eagles back to the castle. The rest of the Warband would have to make a fighting retreat.He'd killed or wounded a third of the Romanians out there, yet they were still coming. Even as he pulled out, he got two more pieces of bad:First, his scouts had reported hearing helicopters as they returned toward the castle; this latest enemy was somewhere behind him, to the east.Second, two Mig-21's dropped out of the sky and raked his area with rockets and auto-cannon fire; eight more men gone.Ajax may not have been the greatest military mind of all time, but wasn't a fool. He was being boxed in. Since it was highly unlikely the Hylonome Amazons had sacrificed themselves, this was an ad hoc plan to take him out. Instead of hunting down that male Amazon as he wanted, Ajax had let the Condottieri side-track him on this mission. Now, it was proving far too costly.A whistle, a few traded hand signals and the Mycenaeans started sprinting back upslope toward the castle ruins. It wasn't a rout. His men maintained their élan and cohesion. Ajax was trading space for time and the Romanians wouldn't chase his men as fast as the Mycenaeans were moving because there was always the threat of ambush. Or, they wouldn't have if an An-30 Reconnaissance Aircraft hadn't been tracking his progress from high above.Just coming on-line, it identified the heat signatures of the Greeks and let the soldiers of the 22nd know that their enemies were trying to put some distance between them. The battalion commander knew his men had been mangled, yet believed they were still more than willing carry the fight to the enemy. Right as the 'pursuit' order went out, the promised company from the 24th Mountain troops rolled up, with the 61st Brigade's 385th artillery battalion. 'Now things were really going to get hot for those bastards', he thought.(The Seven Skulls, Cáel)I was true to my nature. I sent off my plan, Operation Funhouse, to the Russians via their attaché (a hot looking, curvaceous blonde Major) and to the Khanate through the offices of the US and UK. Only after that was done, did I ask for my favor. I wasn't going to bargain with the fate of Temujin's people. I couldn't.My only chip to play was that people in strange places thought well of me. I wasn't so naïve to believe that I got what I wanted because I'd forged emotional bonds that superseded personal ambitions or national loyalties. No, I was now on my own self-inflicted 'Ride of the Valkyries' because people in authority felt I could still be useful and they were willing to risk the lives a few hundred Romanian soldiers to pander to my eccentricities.Our intelligence came from Google Maps, a woman's recollections from twenty-five years ago and the frighteningly precise memories of a battle-scarred 11 year old girl. For the 24th Mountain Troops battalion intelligence officer, it was a stunning introduction to Amazons. The girl was one year away from her Rite of Passage and she'd been raised to take in the terrain and the sounds of battle.Several times, he tried to trick her, altering information she had provided minutes earlier, but the girl corrected him every time. Seventeen minutes and the man relayed to his battalion commander his belief that the girl's story was solid. The men and women of the 24th may not have known the specific of the valley we were going to, yet this was their backyard.They knew the rocks, trees and bushes. They knew the ground was crinkled and what marsh soil looked like, without stepping into it. They could do this, attack a rogue mercenary band threatening their native land. They were going to do this and do it quick. Me and mine coming along was problematic. But Me being one of the first ones in, I had to play my trump card."I am Magyarorszag es Erdely Hercege," I proclaimed. "I have returned to my people in their hour of need. Besides, I'm the only one who can kill their leader.""You can kill Ajax?" Riki snorted in disbelief. "Ajax from the Trojan Wars? That Ajax?""Don't sweat it," I put my arm around her shoulder. "I got this covered. Get me close and I can make him dead.""You've lost your mind," Rachel muttered."I love you to," I grinned. To the Captain of the first company to rappel next to the ruins, "I'm your Prince. Let's do this.""Do you have any combat experience?" he shook his head."There are a whole bunch of dead Chinese who think so," I assured him."Let him go," Sakuniyas stated regally. "He is the Scion of Alal. He is invincible in battle." Hey, I liked that. Someone believed in me."Do you believe that?" Pamela asked Saku."Of course not, but if he's about to die, he should be allowed to feel good about himself," she told Pamela. Shit, I wish I hadn't heard that part."Oh, in that case, I agree. Let him go," Pamela added her preference to the final decision. The real weight in that Captain's final call was the small, well-armed group of supporters who seemed rather insistent that I get a chance at Valhalla.He took it well. The officer even announced to the entire battalion that their feudal overlord was leading them into the fight. My codename was 'Prince'. I hope I didn't turn out like the singer, I had no aspirations for being Machiavelli's 'hero', but being remember as someone like Prince Harry wouldn't be so bad.What I did know was this was my choice of actions and I couldn't send others into the madness I had inspired. I didn't blame myself for the deaths. Those were inevitable if Ajax was going to die. I didn't blame myself for Ajax, that was the Weave of Fate being a bastardly bitch. No, I had to kill Ajax because I was an idiot, and I loved my companions, and if it wasn't me making the attempt and possibly dying, it would be one of them. Not on my watch.Our IAR 330 Puma Helicopter lifted off into the sky. Our two companion birds, another troop carrier and an assault variant of the Puma, followed suit and soon we linked up with the rest of the company that was going to rappel into the clearing next to the ruins. Could I rappel? Sure, I lied. Hey, I'd made it to the top of the rope in gym class at the end of my senior year. That had to count for something.I was even lucky to have the lynchpin of my master plan sitting next to me. One in sixteen, what were the odds? "You, what's your name?" I asked the soldier barely older than me. "Master Corporal Menner," he grinned. Maybe he sensed my insanity. "Székely?" I asked. He nodded. "Do you believe I am your Prince?""Either that, or you are crazy," he kept grinning. I leaned over and after some helmet shuffling, I whispered my request in his ear. I didn't demand that he agree, only that if he didn't, he wouldn't turn me in. Our eyes met."Why?" he was now filled with disbelief. I had passed beyond the realm of comedian to the land where all crazy ideas go off to die."It is the only way. Trust me, I don't love this plan either, but it is the only way I can think of to keep as many of you alive as possible," I explained. "He's a monster.""How will this help?" he was still confused, even if he was being swept away with my intensity."I don't have time to explain. All I can tell you is that I'm not crazy and I don't want to die, but this is the only thing I can think of to keep my people alive," I remained firm and confident in my beliefs."I will have to think about it," he conceded. At least he wasn't insisting I be forcibly committed to a mental institution. I did annoy one of the two crewmen in the back with the rest of us combatants when I stood up and looked out the side window. I glimpsed it, her, flowing through the forest beneath us. After I sat back down, the Captain flagged me.I had forgotten to cut on my communications rig on. "First Force (the two companies of the 22nd) has encountered the enemy before they could exit into the flatlands," he paused, somewhat shocked. "They are taking heavy casualties. It is just like you warned us. These foes are exceedingly lethal." "Don't worry about it," I overflowed with charisma. "Just follow me and we'll be fine." "But, I thought you said you didn't know anything about the compound?" the Captain looked at me funny."I don't. I'm relying on luck," I pumped my eyebrows. The Captain knew enough English to groan."I have a sudden desire to club a baby seal," Rachel stared at me intently. Who, me? "Let me and my men take the point," the Captain insisted. "Captain, either I'm diving headfirst out of our ride, or you are letting me rappel down in the first wave, either way, my boots are the first on the ground," I demanded. "No," the Captain shook his head. "You are a civilian." "Captain," I leaned forward. "Everyone else is fighting and dying because I made a judgment call. You can't ask me to hold back now."That shone through. Over his battalion frequency, he could hear the confusion and chaos chiseling away at his brethren in the 22nd. He could tell by my countenance that I both knew the enemy he was going to fight and that I wasn't ruled by guilt, or a death wish. I wanted to go first because I thought I could make the difference between someone else's life and death. "Who are the other three with you?" he stated. Four could rappel down at a time. "Rachel, Chaz and Master Corporal Menner here," I indicated. Rachel didn't freak, the Colour Sergeant looked my way and gave his acknowledgement, as did Menner. "I'll go down with you, Captain," Pamela spoke up.Of my group, Delilah, Wiesława and Virginia had stayed behind to guard Odette, Riki, the Lovasz sisters and the Loma family. Two troopers of the 24th joined them to provide extra security if needed. Vincent had pulled seniority to be the sole American going. With Chaz and Delilah, there hadn't been a real discussion about it. Chaz was the professional ground-pounder.Selena had volunteered to go even though this wasn't really her fight. She claimed the right of revenge for Ajax's attempt to kill the Vizsla, but I thought it was something else, some desire to step forward and make the point that the Black Hand were invested in this global struggle. There had been no doubt that Rachel and her team plus Sakuniyas and Pamela would be joining me.In my estimation, we were over the target area way too fast. I hadn't thought of a good reason to talk myself out of this harebrained scheme of mine. The side doors of the Puma opened. Rachel would be going down on my side."Look and see what Rachel does and do the same thing," Pamela yelled to me over the roar of the engines."And don't lock your knees or you'll sprain your ankles," she added. It was just another day of 'on the job' training at Havenstone Commercial Investments, I rationalized. I was scared, which was also a good indicator that I was still marginally sane. Rachel made her movements slow and steady.I went down a second later, barely remembering to avoid rope burn through my gloves and not bust my feet when I hit bottom. Rachel crouched. She was waiting for follow up troops before advancing. Me, I ran straight toward the ruins. Why? It was Alal once more. From the relayed chatter from the 22nd and whatever spy plane the Romanians had above, I 'knew' that Ajax hadn't made it back to the fortifications yet.If we hurried, we could beat him there. Then we would be ambushing his ass for a change. It almost worked. Whatever Chaz and Menner thought of my actions, they kept it to themselves. I didn't have to be a psychic to realize Rachel wasn't a fan. I leapt over the first Amazon corpse. The second one I passed was sitting with her back to the tree, hands tied around the trunk and had been tortured before she died.I believed that was when the momentum shifted. This was barbarism and the three following me knew it. Menner relayed our findings to his Captain even as the first helicopter was pulling away. My mind was picking up the details and processing somewhere in the back of my mind so as not to distracting me from the task of staying alive.A pile of bodies lumped too close together, they had been executed. A small girl, three, or four, with a close-contact wound to the temple. The smell of burnt flesh, more torture. Whatever Code of Military Conduct the Mycenaeans had, it wasn't the rules we, their opponents, fought by today. We were outraged and help was coming.We were running in from the northeast. Three meter from what had once been a doorway, I broke free of the underbrush and saw the closest Greek and the row of vehicles behind him. He was to my east, maybe ten meters away. I wasn't stopping. The terrain had funneled us down so that we weren't coming directly from the helicopter's noise.That must have been the reason he wasn't staring at us when we appeared. I didn't stop. Chaz and Menner were right behind me. Rachel only slowed enough to fire her P-90 at full-auto at the man as she ran. She killed him. The three of us ran across the open-aired, ruined room until we found the doorway to the other side of the building. From there, we had a good view of Ajax's remaining Eagles and the eight remaining men with them."I'm going for higher ground," Chaz growled before he took off."Rachel, go back and secure the corner we came in by," I shouted. She grimaced but obeyed. Menner had his own ideas. He fired off his first rocket-propelled grenade from his AG-7 at the farthest Eagle he could clearly see, blowing it to smithereens. I added the
Interview with Michael Konnert, President & CEO of Vizsla Silver Corp.Our previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/vizsla-silver-tsxvvzla-all-known-questions-answered-6110Recording date: 3rd February 2025Vizsla Silver represents a unique investment opportunity in the silver sector, combining robust financials, clear development momentum, and significant growth potential. The company's recent transition from explorer to developer has been backed by several strategic decisions that differentiate it from peers in the precious metals space.At the core of Vizsla's investment case is its financial strength, with approximately C$130 million (US$90+ million) in treasury. This substantial cash position wasn't just opportunistic fundraising - it represents a deliberate strategy to de-risk the project's development pathway and provide flexibility in execution timing. As CEO Michael Konnert emphasizes, this approach ensures the company won't face pressure for discounted financings at crucial development stages.The company's flagship project in Sinaloa, Mexico, demonstrates compelling economics with an industry-leading NPV to CAPEX ratio of 5x. Recent resource growth of 43% in the Measured & Indicated category, now totaling over 222 million ounces, provides strong foundational support for the upcoming feasibility study. The project's sub-$9 AISC positions it to generate substantial margins across various silver price scenarios.Development progress is evident in the ongoing test mine, which represents more than just exploration - it's the permanent production access being developed ahead of schedule. This strategic approach to development, learning from successful predecessors like SilverCrest, aims to de-risk the crucial startup phase by building significant ore stockpiles before mill construction begins.Near-term catalysts include the feasibility study expected in the second half of 2025, ongoing permitting progress, and potential construction commencement in the first half of 2026. The company targets production for the second half of 2027, with project payback potentially as quick as six months at current silver prices.Beyond the initial development project, Vizsla offers substantial exploration upside across its expanded 30,000-hectare land package in the Sinaloa Silver Belt. The company's strategy of district consolidation, rather than external M&A, focuses value creation within a proven geological terrain.What makes Vizsla particularly compelling in the current market is the scarcity of quality silver development projects. As Konnert notes, "There's really only a handful of development stories at all in silver, and there's really only a small few, Vizsla certainly included, that have any real economic value."This positioning, combined with silver's positive supply-demand dynamics and its role as both a precious and industrial metal, creates a unique investment opportunity in the silver sector.For investors seeking exposure to silver with a clear path to production, strong management execution, and multiple avenues for value creation, Vizsla presents a compelling investment case backed by substantial financial resources and strategic development planning.—Learn more: https://cruxinvestor.com/companies/vizsla-silver-corpSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com
This episode kicks off a new series for the podcast! Every few episodes, I will be featuring interviews with other people who got bird dogs as pets and then got into hunting later because of their dogs. The first tale of a fellow accidental bird dog owner is Sara Kline. Sara lives in Alaska with her three dogs: a vizsla named Jack, and two Deutsch Drahthaars named Dicky and Rufus. Sara originally got Jack as a running buddy when she lived in England, but it wasn't long before Jack decided he liked pointing pheasants along their runs, too. Sara has grown a lot in her journey training her dogs and is very forthcoming about the mistakes she's made along the way and how she's trying to use the lessons she's learned with her new puppy. Sara's story is very relatable and I know you will enjoy it! You can follow Sara on Instagram at @journeyswithgundogs. The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast is sponsored by OnX Hunt and Boss Shotshells. We are part of the HerUpland Podcast Network.
In this episode, I interviewed Carl Correra, who is an AKC field trial judge and competitor. Last year, I had the honor of watching Carl and his 12 year old GSP, Fancy, participate in the inaugural AKC Master Hunter Excellent test. Fancy tore up the course, was steady as a rock, and had all the participants cheering for her. As someone who has unintentionally been competing with an older dog due to our late start, I've found myself being worried about her age. I think there's a lot of misconception out there about what is possible for a dog who is 10+. Carl and I discuss considerations to keep your older bird dog going strong even as they age. You can email find Carl on Facebook or send him an email: cvcorrera@yahoo.com. The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast is sponsored by OnX Hunt and Boss Shotshells. We are part of the HerUpland Podcast Network.
In this episode, I discuss how I went about preparing for the NAVHDA Natural Ability test with my puppy, Lanka. I also give a recap of the highs and lows on test day—including when 4-month-old Lanka went a little rogue! Listen for a behind-the-scenes look at how Lanka's first bird dog event went. The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast is sponsored by OnX Hunt and Boss Shotshells. We are part of the HerUpland Podcast Network.
In this episode Doug talks about losing your phone. Doug and the listeners share stories on losing their phones on various trips in the outdoors. You don't want to miss this. Plus, an update on the St. Jude Golf Tour. Feel the love as Doug's audience share the love by contributing to a good cause. What's that cause? Well, be sure to tune in to find out. Caller Rice Bice and Doug gives advice on how to populate your land with deer for hunting year after year. This is some amazing stuff. Do you hunt by size or by antlers? Or do you just shot anything just because you have a deer lease? Find out what Doug has to say about which is best. Want to open a can of worms? You guessed it talk about the best dog for hunting. Our listeners chime in on all the pros/cons of some of the breeds. Other topics covered: Duck Stamp, Speckle trout season. Barbless hooks and using A.I.technology on your golf swing.
Michael Konnert, CEO of Viszla Silver, discusses the removal if the Vizsla equity from the junior silver ETF (SILJ), investor interest, and the challenges and opportunities in the Mexican mining sector. He addresses concerns about safety at the Panuco project and shares insights on the company's drilling progress and future resource estimates.
Hey MandaLore fans! Finally we are striking BACK! We know it's been awhile, but we have a special discussion for you on this episode, as Siber Wren was all the way down in Kentucky to visit D.Vizsla and we got to record a show in person together. We catch up on a lot of news, dive into the Outlaws game, discuss other game ideas, and touch on Skeleton Crew a little bit. It's a great show and one to fill the gap while we all wait for Skeleton Crew to arrive! Send in your thoughts to the show! Send voicemail or email to: themandalorepodcast@gmail.com Tweet us @theMandaLorepod Join the Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheMandaLorePod
TerryAnn Fernando joins me to talk about why she favors trialing over testing and hunting. Having spent years in each activity with her Vizsla, Zara, TerryAnn offers valuable insights into what she enjoys about each one and what sets them apart. Watch Here Highlights: A positive experience at a JR Hunt Test results in the Accidental Bird Dog What appeals to TerryAnn more about trialing and testing? Do we lose any "hunt"by focusing on competing? The dogs know the difference between hunting and competing The learning curves for new hunters Are tests and trials the only real way to bring in new hunters in the South? Walking entry for horseback trials Trials or tests preference? Trials are just as welcoming as tests The way to appeal to younger and newer people is to actually act like want them to show up! Can you compete at a high level while focusing on hunting? Does it hurt to have a generalist dog as opposed to a specialist? Different context for each type of event Playing non bird dog events just for fun! Remember what its like to be the new person The motivation to write the book, The Accidental Bird Dog - Presented By: Standing Stone Supply | Check out their step by step Online Courses and Use Code 'GDIY' to save 15% onX Hunt Maps | Use Code 'GDIY20' to save 20% Sweet Briar Pet Transport | Call (317) 513-4481 for your free quote today! Upland Gun Company | Check out their online gun builder and construct your dream gun today! Marsh Wear Clothing | Use Code 'GDIY15' to save 15% (Patreon Patrons save even more) Trulock Choke Tubes | Use Code 'GDIY10' to save 10% - Other Partners: BPro Kennels Eukanuba [What I Feed My Dogs: Premium Performance 30/20] Bird Dog Society - GDIY Links: Patreon | Instagram | Facebook | Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Interview with Michael Konnert, President & CEO of Vizsla Silver Corp.Our previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/silver-steals-the-spotlight-once-more-5425Recording date: 17th October 2024Vizsla Silver (TSXV:VZLA) is emerging as a compelling investment opportunity in the silver mining sector, offering exposure to one of Mexico's most promising high-grade silver discoveries. The company's flagship Panuco project in Sinaloa, Mexico, has rapidly evolved from an exploration play to a potential top-tier silver producer, positioning Vizsla to capitalize on the growing demand for silver in both industrial applications and as a store of value.CEO Michael Konnert emphasizes the company's ambition: "We've consolidated one of Mexico's highest grade and largest new silver discoveries and our vision is to become the world's largest and highest margin single asset silver producer." This bold vision is supported by the project's preliminary economic assessment (PEA), which indicates Vizsla could become a top-five silver equivalent producer globally.Key investment highlights include:Fast-Track to Production: Vizsla is targeting first silver production by 2027, with potential groundbreaking as early as 2026. This accelerated timeline is facilitated by existing infrastructure and the resource's proximity to the surface.Strong Financial Position: With $110 million in the bank and a capital expenditure requirement less than half of its current market capitalization, Vizsla is well-funded to execute its development plans without excessive dilution to shareholders.Significant Exploration Upside: The current PEA focuses on only 10% of the known veins in the Panuco district, suggesting substantial potential for resource expansion and new discoveries.Robust Economics: The PEA projects average cash flow of $250 million USD in the first two years of production, with an all-in sustaining cost below $10 per ounce of silver.The company's near-term catalysts include an updated resource estimate expected by the end of 2024, commencement of test mining operations, and a feasibility study release targeted for mid-2025. These milestones have the potential to drive valuation re-ratings and increase market interest.Vizsla's investment appeal is further bolstered by the bullish outlook for silver. Growing industrial demand, particularly from the solar panel and electrification sectors, coupled with supply constraints, could drive silver prices higher. As Konnert notes, "I don't see how silver Supply can catch up to that. I don't see major projects coming online that's actually going to allow that gap to close without the silver price rising."While Vizsla presents an attractive opportunity, investors should be aware of potential risks inherent in mining development projects, including possible delays, cost overruns, and commodity price volatility. However, the company's strong financial position and high-grade resource provide some mitigation against these risks.For investors seeking exposure to the silver sector, Vizsla Silver offers a combination of near-term production potential, significant exploration upside, and leverage to silver prices. As the company progresses towards production and continues to expand its resource base, it presents multiple avenues for potential value creation. With its strategic assets, clear development plan, and favorable market positioning, Vizsla Silver stands out as a noteworthy opportunity in the precious metals space.View Vizsla Silver's company profile: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/vizsla-silver-corpSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com
Zara was diagnosed with a major injury early this year – bilateral iliopsoas strains/tears. In this episode, I talk about how she went from being an extremely active 10 year old dog to a rehab patient having to endure months of restricted exercise and rehab. It was a tough process for both of us but thankfully she is doing much better now. I discuss how I think the injury originated and everything I did to help her recover. This episode sets the stage for the next one which will cover prevention of injury for canine athletes. The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast is sponsored by OnX Hunt and Boss Shotshells. We are part of the HerUpland Podcast Network.
I'm joined by Kathy Rust of the Vizsla Club of America, a passionate Breeder of Merit with the AKC and perhaps the Vizsla's biggest fan. Get ready to hear all about why these dogs are truly one-of-a-kind. Whether you're looking for a loving, kid-friendly companion or an incredibly intelligent and versatile dog, Vizslas check every box. Kathy takes us on a captivating journey through the breed's remarkable history, showing us why these dogs are so cherished today. "Vizsla" comes from the Hungarian word meaning "pointing," but these dogs are much more than just talented hunting companions. From their earliest appearances in ancient paintings and drawings to their rise as the favored dogs of Hungarian aristocrats, Vizslas have a rich and storied past. But their survival hasn't always been easy. During World War II, Hitler sought to wipe them out to demoralize the locals, and later the Communists targeted them for being a symbol of wealth. The breed was nearly lost, with only about a dozen Vizslas remaining at one point. Thanks to the resilience and dedication of Vizsla lovers, the breed was saved from extinction. Today, they're known as "velcro" dogs for their affectionate nature and are beloved for their versatility. Tune in as Kathy shares her deep knowledge and passion for this incredible breed—one that continues to win hearts all around the world. www.furrealpodcast.com www.vcaweb.org fb The Fur Real Podcast fb Vizsla Club of America ig @thefurrealpodcast ig @officialvizslaclubofamerica tiktok The Fur Real Podcast tik tok Vizsla Club of America Speical thanks to J Jig Cicero @jjigcicero for our music intro and outro..you rock!!! Special thanks to Jake Olson jfolson.music@gmail.com for awesome sound editing and to our supporters: www.prepvet.com Stem cells for pets
In this exciting episode of the HerUpland Podcast, Courtney Bastian sits down with Terry Ann Fernando, host of The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast and author of the newly released memoir, The Accidental Bird Dog. Terry Ann shares her remarkable journey from a reluctant dog owner to a passionate bird dog trainer, navigating the world of hunt tests, field trials, and dog sports with her Vizsla, Zara. Terry Ann reflects on how Zara's unexpected talent in her first hunting test sparked a passion that led to her pursuing advanced training, trialing, and even writing a book. Together, Courtney and Terry Ann dive into the challenges of dog training, the emotional highs and lows, and the incredible bond between humans and dogs. They also discuss Terry Ann's experiences coaching newcomers in the bird dog world, her successful podcast, and what inspired her to write The Accidental Bird Dog. If you're a bird dog enthusiast or just curious about pointing breed sports, this episode is packed with insights, inspiration, and a celebration of the incredible things that happen when we step out of our comfort zones. Tune in to hear Terry Ann's heartfelt story and learn more about her plans with her new puppy, Lanka, and her continued journey in the uplands. Where to Find Terry Ann: Website: accidentalbirddog.com Instagram/Facebook: @accidentalbirddog Links to Mentioned Resources: The Accidental Bird Dog memoir available on Amazon The Accidental Bird Dog Podcast ---- This Podcast is Presented By: onX Hunt "The #1 GPS Hunting App" Boss Shot Shells "Superior-grade, American-made, Copper-plated Shot Shells" Syren USA "Shotguns for Women. No More Compromises" Toyota "The Leading Motor Vehicle Manufacturer Worldwide" Dakota283 "Unparalleled Pet Protection" Purina Pro Plan "Nutrition That Performs" ---- HerUpland Community Network Instagram Facebook YouTube HerUpland Website Photo by: @kristenmurrayphotography
We connect with Craig Parry of Vizsla Copper to discuss the latest round of drill results out of the company's Woodjam project in British Columbia. Highlights lately included 177.3m @ 0.56% Cu, 0.29 g/t Au (0.77% Cueq). We discuss about the overhang of British Columbia porphyry projects and how the market has reacted to these positive results.
We connect with Vizsla Silver's Mike Konnert for his thoughts on yesterday's presidential election results form Mexico. What are the implications for mining companies in Mexico and what else should we be watching in that country? It also delves into the Panuco project's exploration and development updates, as well as the impact of silver prices on the project's economics.
Craig Parry provides an update on the copper market and discusses Vizsla Copper's projects in British Columbia. He emphasizes the potential for a massive boom in the copper market and the importance of advancing projects in a high-price environment. The financing market and the jurisdiction of British Columbia for mining projects are also discussed.