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Hosted by Dustin Olsen · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 80 episodes
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We're taking you to the heart of one of the most critical and underappreciated battles shaping our modern world: the rare earth element supply chain. Discover the high-stakes dynamics that are fueling international competition, from China’s commanding grip on processing, refining, and value-added production of rare earth elements to the industries and innovations that depend on these indispensable resources. Each week, we expose the geoscience, geopolitics, and economic forces behind the West's growing reliance on China—forces that are hidden in plain sight but impossible to ignore.
Dustin Olsen hosts Rare Earth Exchanges, a business show with 80 episodes published.
Malaysia is sitting on an estimated 16.1 million tons of rare earths, but roughly 70% of it lies inside permanent forest reserves — and the country's own fragmented governance may keep it from capitalizing on the rest. D
The conversation about America's rare earth ambitions usually centers on ore, mines, and processing capacity. Professor Aaron Noble — department head of Mining & Minerals Engineering at Virginia Tech — argues the real ce
Less than 1% of the world's rare earths are recycled — and a Cornell spinout thinks engineered bacteria can change that. In this episode, Dustin Olsen talks with Alexa Schmitz, CEO and co-founder of REEgen, about using b
When China restricts gallium exports, U.S. defense contractors can't rebuild the radar systems protecting thousands of miles of airspace. Harvey Kaye, Executive Chairman of US Critical Materials Corporation, explains why
By January 1, 2027, every magnet, tantalum, and tungsten component in a U.S. defense system must be traced back to its mine — with proof it never touched China, Russia, Iran, or North Korea. According to our guest, right
China's conventional rare earth separation process relies on solvent extraction — a technique requiring hundreds of passes, toxic organic solvents, and decades of know-how that China has spent generations perfecting. A t
Ever wondered what the future of magnets looks like? It’s time to rethink everything we know about rare earth alternatives! Today, we dive into the groundbreaking work being done at Niron Magnetics, where iron nitride is
Ever wondered how the rare earth element supply chain is like the space race? 🚀 Here’s why it matters now! China currently dominates the rare earth supply chain, controlling 90% of refining and 95% of magnets. It’s cruc
We’re diving deep into the world of rare earth elements, and it’s more than just a buzzword. These minerals are essential for our tech, from smartphones to electric vehicles. Clem Chambers, co-founder of Silex World, sha
Ever wondered how we can extract lithium from wastewater? 🌊💡 Gradient, co-founded by Anurag Bajpayee, is leading the charge in sustainable lithium extraction. By transforming produced water from oil fields into battery
Ever wondered why battery recycling is more than just a trend? Let's dive into the reality behind the numbers! The battery industry is booming, but did you know that 90% of battery recycling material ends up in China? Th
Ever thought about how metals for your tech are made? Let’s dive into the midstream process and why it matters! Did you know that the midstream process of metalization is where the real magic happens? It's not just about
Ever wondered how a family business can thrive for over 60 years? Here’s Robert Bunting’s journey! Robert Bunting shares his incredible story of growing up in the magnetic industry and the evolution of magnets from the 1
Can money really solve the rare earth crisis? Let’s unpack this with industry expert Jack Lifton!Jack Lifton has over 60 years in the rare earth industry, and he’s seen it all. From the Sputnik shock to the current resur
China's biggest strategy isn't cutting supply—it's controlling the narrative. Here's how they use silence as power: In a world where information is currency, China has learned that withholding data on rare earth quotas c
Ever wondered how a happy accident led to a breakthrough in metal recovery? Here's how DEScycle is changing the game! Fred White, co-founder of DEScycle, shares the incredible story of how his team stumbled upon a new cl
Ever wondered why rare earth projects fail? Here’s a behind-the-scenes look at the real challenges! In the mining world, it’s not just about finding the minerals. It’s about understanding the entire project life cycle. F
Ever wondered how a CFO turned a project in an extinct volcano into a 1.5 billion ton opportunity? Here's the scoop! Andy Thompson, CFO of Meteoric Resources, shared insights into the Caldera project located in Brazil's
Ever wondered how a pandemic sparked a breakthrough in rare earth extraction? 🌍💡 When COVID hit, it forced us all to rethink how we do business. That's when I realized: there’s a massive opportunity in the waste we gen
Why are rare earth elements critical? 🤔 Most people don’t realize their role in our daily tech and future! Rare earth elements are not just buzzwords; they are vital for technology and defense. From smartphones to elect
Andy Thompson
CTO and Kontent.ai MVP at Luminary · Meteoric Resources
1 appearance on this show
David Wilcox
DNP-prepared nurse, author, and health IT leader · EM&T
1 appearance on this show
Tricia Yeoh
Asian Institute for Policy and Engagement
1 appearance on this show
Aaron Noble
Virginia Tech
1 appearance on this show
Chloe Tolbert
Idaho National Laboratory
1 appearance on this show
Nitesh Shah
Metalysis
1 appearance on this show
Fred White
DEScycle
1 appearance on this show
Katie Durham
Supra
1 appearance on this show
Travis McLing
Idaho National Laboratory
1 appearance on this show
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