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    <description>Mining Alpha is a new interview series uncovering how top investor Michael Gentile thinks about value creation in the global mining and metals sector. Each episode goes beyond the headlines to reveal the real drivers of capital allocation, strategy, and conviction behind the deals and discoveries shaping the next cycle.

Hosted by the Crux Investor team, the series delivers institutional-grade insight for anyone serious about understanding how alpha is generated in mining - from early exploration to development, production, and portfolio construction.

This isn’t hype - it’s hard data, experience, and conviction from an investor deploying real capital. Whether you’re a professional investor or an industry insider, Mining Alpha brings you the clarity and perspective you need to navigate the next chapter of the mining cycle.</description>
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