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Welcome to the MarketOpen Podcast —the place where we go beyond the headlines and dive into the real stories behind ASX-listed companies. Each episode, we’ll bring you conversations with top executives and industry experts, distilling company updates and results into straightforward, no-nonsense insights. We strip away the jargon, focusing on what the numbers mean for investors and the market. Expect genuine, candid discussions that explore not just the data, but the passion, challenges, and inspiration that drive our guests every day. It’s about uncovering what truly motivates the people leading the industry forward!

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June 16, 202619 min

MarketOpen Podcast Episode 167 - Great Bear Exploration

Welcome to the MarketOpen Podcast.I'm joined by Rod McIllree, Executive Director of Great Bear ExplorationGreat Bear is preparing to list on the ASX with a district scale exploration portfolio in Canada's Northwest Territories, targeting copper, gold, silver and uranium.1.For investors discovering Great Bear for the first time, what’s the simplest way to understand the opportunity you’ve assembled in Canada?2.Why did this project stand out versus other opportunities globally, and what made it worth building a public company around?3.This is a multi commodity story spanning copper, gold, silver and uranium. Why is that diversification important in today’s market?Section 2: Why this district matters4.The project spans more than 2,800km² in Canada’s Northwest Territories. How important is district scale when assessing long-term upside? 5.This region has historically produced 13.7M lbs of U₃O₈, 34.3M oz of silver, and more than 11.3M lbs of copper. How does that historical production validate what could still exist today? 6.The project is fully permitted and has walk-up drill targets already identified. How important is that from a timeline perspective? Section 3: What investors are paying attention to7.Phoenix delivered some exceptional copper, gold and silver results. What did those results tell you about the broader system? 8.Slider produced bonanza silver grades that caught a lot of market attention. How significant could that target become? 9.Coyote appears to be one of the more interesting large-scale targets. What makes that target different? 10.How much additional upside exists beyond the headline targets investors have already seen?Section 4: Why now?11.Why do you believe this district remained underexplored for so long despite its production history?12.How much value has already been created simply by digitising and reinterpreting decades of historical exploration data? Section 5: Execution13.What should investors understand about how IPO funds will be deployed over the next 12 months? 14.Your board has strong operational and capital markets experience. Why is this the right team to unlock this opportunity? Section 6: The rerating path15.What are the major milestones over the next 12 months that could materially change how the market values Great Bear?

April 1, 202611 min

MarketOpen Podcast Episode 166 - Nexsen Limited

Joining the podcast today is Mark Muzzin, Managing Director, Nexsen, ASX:NXN. Mark will speak about the recent FDA feedback on StrepSure®, the company’s global rollout strategy, and the pathway toward regulatory submission and initial commercialisation. Podcast Questions Introduction to company 1. Nexsen is developing rapid point of care diagnostics, can you outline the core focus of the business and the unmet need you are targeting in healthcare? Strategy 2. With the FDA pre submission feedback now received, how does this shape your regulatory and commercial strategy for StrepSure® moving forward? Flagship Projects 3. StrepSure® is your lead diagnostic product, what differentiates it from current lab based testing methods and why is this clinically important? Market Dynamics 4. Group B Streptococcus screening is integrated into standard prenatal care, how does this existing framework support adoption of StrepSure®? Growth Opportunity 5. With an estimated 132 million births annually, how do you view the scale of the global opportunity for StrepSure®? Community Engagement 6. You are working with hospitals, CROs and clinical partners across multiple regions, how important are these relationships in supporting validation and adoption? Financial Position 7. With multiple workstreams progressing across clinical, regulatory and commercial activities, how are you managing execution to support consistent milestone delivery? Industry Collaboration 8. How does engagement with regulators such as the FDA and partnerships across different jurisdictions strengthen your pathway to market? Upcoming Milestones 9. Looking ahead, what are the key milestones investors should focus on over the coming months, particularly around clinical trials, QMS audits and regulatory submission timing? Vision of Success 10. As StrepSure® progresses toward commercialisation, how does this product validate the broader diagnostic platform and future pipeline?

March 13, 202620 min

MarketOpen Podcast Episode 165 - Impact Minerals

Joining the podcast today is Dr Mike Jones, Managing Director of Impact Minerals, ASX: IPT.Mike joins us to discuss Impact Minerals’ strategy across high purity alumina development,emerging sulphate of potash and hydrochloric acid opportunities at Lake Hope, and exploration progress across the company’s broader project portfolio.Introduction to Company1. For listeners who may be discovering Impact Minerals for the first time, can you introducethe company and explain the core focus of the business today?Strategy2. Impact has several projects progressing across different commodities and developmentstages. How would you describe the company’s overall strategy for building long term valueacross the portfolio?Flagship Projects3. The Lake Hope project has become a central asset for Impact. What makes this projecttechnically and strategically important for the company?4. The recent announcement outlined a potential pathway to produce sulphate of potash andhydrochloric acid from lake clays. What led the team to explore this additional opportunityalongside the existing High Purity Alumina development?Market Dynamics5. From a market perspective, how do you view the demand dynamics for products such ashigh purity alumina, sulphate of potash and hydrochloric acid, and how does that shape yourdevelopment strategy?Growth Opportunity6. Impact has also been advancing its HiPurA® high purity alumina program through theAlluminous partnership. How significant is this development pathway in terms of accessingadvanced technology and battery markets?7. The shipment of high purity alumina samples for testing represents an important milestone.What does this step mean in terms of validating the product and moving toward potentialcommercial applications?Community Engagement8. Many of Impact’s projects are located in regional areas. How important is communityengagement and maintaining strong relationships with local stakeholders as projectsprogress?Financial Position9. Resource development and technology programs require careful capital management. Howis Impact approaching funding, partnerships and capital allocation as it advances theseprojects?Industry Collaboration10. Impact has worked with a range of partners across technology development and explorationprograms. How important are industry collaborations in accelerating both technical progressand market access?Exploration Portfolio11. The company also continues to explore in the Broken Hill region, which is one of the mosthistorically significant mining districts in Australia. What excites you most about theexploration potential in that area?12. Recent geophysical work has identified deep conductive structures and near surface targets.How do these kinds of results guide the next steps in exploration and drilling programs?Upcoming Milestones13. Looking ahead over the next year, what are the key milestones investors and stakeholdersshould be watching across the Impact Minerals portfolio?Strategic Direction14. As the company continues to develop both technology driven projects and explorationassets, how do you see Impact positioning itself within the broader resources and advancedmaterials sector?Vision of Success15. Finally, when you look five to ten years ahead, what does success look like for ImpactMinerals and what role do you hope the company will play in global supply chains?

March 13, 20267 min

MarketOpen Podcast Episode 164 - Australian Oil Company (ASX:AOK)

Managing Director Kane Marshall joins the podcast today to run through the following questions. Introduction to Company1. For investors new to the story, can you introduce Australian Oil Co and explain the focus ofthe Surat Basin assets?Strategy2. What is the core strategy behind restarting production and optimising existing wells beforeexpanding exploration?Flagship Projects3. Can you walk us through the significance of the Emu Apple and Riverslea fields within thecompany’s portfolio?Market Dynamics4. How does the domestic oil market in Australia influence the opportunity for these assets?Growth Opportunity5. The presentation highlights step-out drilling targets and undrilled plays. How large could thebroader exploration opportunity be?Community Engagement6. How does Australian Oil Co work with regulators and local stakeholders to ensureresponsible development of these fields?Financial Position7. The project already has infrastructure and production history. How does that affect capitalrequirements and development timelines?Industry Collaboration8. The company is already selling oil under an agreement. How important are partnerships andofftake arrangements to the development plan?Upcoming Milestones9. Looking at the 2026 execution roadmap, what milestones should investors watch mostclosely over the next 12 months?Vision of Success10. If everything progresses as planned, what does success for Australian Oil Co look like over the coming years?

February 4, 202626 min

MarketOpen Podcast Episode 163 - Mount Ridley Mines

Joining the podcast today is Allister Caird, Chief Executive Officer, Mount Ridley Mines, ASX: MRD. Allister speaks about Mount Ridley’s strategy in critical minerals, its flagship projects in Western Australia, the Company’s move toward downstream processing pathways, and how recent collaboration with a United States national laboratory fits into its long term vision.

February 2, 202616 min

MarketOpen Podcast Episode 162 - American Tungsten & Antimony

Joining the podcast today is Andre Booyzen, Managing Director of American Tungsten and Antimony (ASX: AT4).In this episode, we discuss what early drilling success at Antimony Canyon is revealing about the scale and strength of the antimony system, why extending mineralisation well beyond historic workings is a critical inflection point, and how visible stibnite intersected in first-pass drilling is shaping expectations ahead of assays. We also step back to examine the strategic importance of consolidating the Tennessee Mountain tungsten district, the pathway toward compliant resource definitions, and how these assets position the company within the U.S. critical minerals supply chain.We also cover community engagement, execution priorities, and what success looks like over the next 12 months as the company moves from historical context into modern, large-scale critical minerals development.

January 19, 202610 min

MarketOpen Podcast Episode 161 - White Cliff Minerals

“oining the podcast today is Troy Whittaker, Managing Director of White Cliff Minerals, ASX: WCN. Troy will speak about White Cliff’s exploration strategy, flagship copper and multi-commodity projects in northern Canada, and the company’s vision for growth in the critical minerals sector.1. Introduction to the Company Can you briefly introduce White Cliff Minerals and its core mission in the mineral exploration industry?2. Strategy What is White Cliff’s strategic focus as it pertains to advancing material copper and multi-commodity discoveries in Tier 1 jurisdictions like Canada?3. Flagship Projects The Rae Copper Silver Project is often highlighted as your flagship asset. What makes this project so compelling in terms of geology, scale, and discovery potential?4. Market Dynamics How do global market factors, such as copper demand from clean energy and electrification trends, influence your exploration priorities and investor engagement?6. Community Engagement Exploration in remote regions like Nunavut presents unique challenges. Can you speak to how White Cliff engages with local communities and stakeholders as part of its exploration programs?7. Financial Position From a funding and financial perspective, how is White Cliff positioned to execute its drilling campaigns and deliver results to shareholders?8. Industry Collaboration Collaboration with partners, technical advisors, and local authorities can be critical in mineral exploration. How does White Cliff approach these collaborations and which partnerships are most important right now?9. Upcoming Milestones What key milestones or catalysts should investors and the market be watching for White Cliff in the coming months?10. Vision of Success Looking ahead, what does success look like for White Cliff Minerals over the next 12-24 months? What targets or outcomes would define that success in your view?

November 24, 202515 min

MarketOpen Podcast Episode 160 - Nexsen Limited

Joining the podcast today is Mark Muzzin, Managing Director of Nexsen Ltd (ASX: NXN). Mark speaks about how Nexsen is building next-generation rapid diagnostics, the company’s strategic direction, the development of its sensor platform, and the clinical and commercial pathways ahead.1. Introduction to Company“Mark, to begin, can you give us a clear introduction to Nexsen — what the company does, the problem it is solving in healthcare, and how its diagnostic platform stands apart?”2. Strategy“What is Nexsen’s overarching strategy for advancing its sensor technology from development to clinical adoption and ultimately commercial rollout?”3. Flagship Programs / Lead Assays“Can you walk us through Nexsen’s lead diagnostic programs — including the rapid Group B Strep test — and explain why these clinical indications were prioritised?”4. Market Dynamics“How do you view the current market dynamics in point-of-care and near-patient diagnostics, and what shifts in healthcare delivery are creating opportunities for Nexsen?”5. Growth Opportunity“Where do you see the strongest growth opportunities for Nexsen — whether in maternal health, infectious disease testing, chronic condition monitoring, or international healthcare markets?”6. Financial Position“Can you outline Nexsen’s financial footing and how the company plans to resource its clinical validation, regulatory activities and future commercialisation?” 7. Industry Collaboration“What role do collaborations with universities, hospitals, research institutes and industry partners play in Nexsen’s development pathway, and what value do they bring?” 8. Upcoming Milestones“What are the key scientific, clinical or regulatory milestones the market should look for from Nexsen over the next twelve months?”9. Vision of Success“Looking ahead, what does success look like for Nexsen — in terms of technology adoption, clinical impact, product availability and global footprint?”

October 29, 202515 min

MarketOpen Podcast Episode 159 - Orpheus Uranium

Joining the podcast today is Clinton Dubieniecki, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Orpheus Uranium Limited (ASX: ORP). Clinton will be speaking about Orpheus’ uranium-focused strategy across Australia, the company’s successful establishment of access agreements in South Australia, and the recent acquisition of the Oobagooma Uranium Project in Western Australia. 1. Introduction to CompanyQ: Clinton, could you start by introducing Orpheus Uranium — where the company sits within Australia’s uranium sector and what makes it unique in the exploration space?2. StrategyQ: Orpheus has positioned itself as a uranium-focused junior explorer with assets across multiple Australian jurisdictions. Can you talk us through the overall strategy and why you believe this approach provides strong leverage for investors seeking uranium exposure?3. Flagship ProjectsQ: You now have a growing portfolio across South Australia, the Northern Territory, and Western Australia. Which projects are currently considered your near-term focus, and what stage of exploration are they at?4. Market DynamicsQ: The uranium market has seen renewed attention globally. How do you see market dynamics influencing Orpheus’ exploration and development priorities over the next 12 months?Q: In Australia, we are blessed with a lot of renewable energy - particularly solar - so the case for nuclear power is not as strong. But in the Northern Hemisphere, many countries don’t have the same climate, so they do seem to be turning toward nuclear power as a way of creating a carbon-free base-load power source for their electricity grids. Do you see that as being the factor that will drive the long-term demand for Uranium? Q: An interesting development I have noticed is that the tech industry has been leaning into nuclear power to power its data centres. Amazon is even going so far as to build its own nuclear power plants in the USA. Is that something that you are watching closely? 5. Growth OpportunityQ: The Oobagooma acquisition appears to be a strategic step. How does this project fit into your broader growth narrative and strengthen your long-term value proposition?6. Community EngagementQ: Establishing access and Native Title agreements has been a major milestone for Orpheus in South Australia. Can you tell us more about how these relationships have been built and what they mean for your exploration timelines?7. Financial PositionQ: From an investor standpoint, how is Orpheus positioned financially to advance its exploration programs, and what is the company’s approach to capital management?8. Industry CollaborationQ: Collaboration seems key to Orpheus’ progress — whether with Native Title bodies, geological consultants, or acquisition partners. How does this collaborative model enhance your ability to deliver results efficiently?9. Upcoming MilestonesQ: What are the key milestones shareholders should be looking out for across your core projects, particularly in South Australia and Western Australia, as we move into the next quarter?10. Vision of SuccessQ: Finally, when you look ahead two to three years, what does success look like for Orpheus Uranium — both from a project development and value creation perspective?

October 22, 202514 min

MarketOpen Podcast Episode 157 - OD6 Metals

Joining the podcast today is Brett Hazelden, Managing Director of OD6 Metals (ASX:OD6). Brett will discuss OD6’s growing role in the global critical minerals sector, including the company’s rare earth and copper projects, recent milestones, and its strategic path toward becoming a key supplier in the clean energy transition.💬 Podcast Questions1. Introduction to Company For listeners who may be new to OD6 Metals, can you start by giving us an overview of the company and its focus within Australia’s critical minerals landscape? 2. Strategy How would you describe OD6’s overall strategy in building value across both rare earth and copper assets?3. Flagship Projects Let’s talk about Splinter Rock — it’s been called a globally significant rare earth discovery. What makes this project stand out? 4. Market Dynamics Rare earths and copper are both in high demand globally. How is OD6 positioned to benefit from these market dynamics? 5. Growth Opportunity What’s the growth potential at Splinter Rock and Gulf Creek, and how do these projects fit into OD6’s long-term vision? 6. Community Engagement How does OD6 approach working with local communities and stakeholders as these projects progress? 7. Financial Position Can you give us a snapshot of OD6’s current financial position and how it supports upcoming exploration and development work? 8. Industry Collaboration Processing innovation has been a major part of OD6’s story. Can you touch on your partnerships and collaboration with research organisations such as ANSTO? 9. Upcoming Milestones What are the key milestones investors should be watching over the next 6 to 12 months? 10. Vision of Success Looking ahead, what does success look like for OD6 Metals over the next few years?