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- 6 days ago14 min
Unearthed: Trust, Transparency, and Technology in the Gold Supply Chain with Dario Biedermann, aXedras
This episode was recorded on 25 February 2026. In this episode of Unearthed, hosts Joe Cavatoni and John Reade examine how scientific innovation is strengthening transparency across the global gold supply chain. They are joined by Dario Biedermann, Head of xTrace at aXedras, to discuss how origin verification technology uses geochemistry and machine learning to confirm where gold comes from. From X-ray fluorescence (XRF) analysis to deep neural networks that match elemental “fingerprints” to known sources, the episode explores how traceability can work in both refineries and upstream ASGM environments. Subscribe to Unearthed wherever you get your podcasts, and visit Goldhub.com for more insights. Notable Quotes “This technology is now here. It’s not hypothetical anymore, we can implement it today.” – Dario Biedermann “You’ve got the hardware generating the data, but the real key is the software and the training model behind it.” – John Reade “In areas where traceability is paper-based, it’s very hard to prove where your material is actually from.” – Dario Biedermann “Traceability is becoming increasingly vital, not just for end users, but for governments and markets that need to understand these flows.” – Joe Cavatoni “We want to encourage sourcing, not systematically exclude certain areas—but be more granular and more precise.” – Dario Biedermann About World Gold Council We are a membership organisation that champions the role gold plays as a strategic asset, shaping the future of a responsible and accessible gold supply chain. Our team of experts builds understanding of the use case and possibilities of gold through trusted research, analysis, commentary, and insights. We drive industry progress, shaping policy and setting the standards for a perpetual and sustainable gold market. You can follow the World Gold Council on Twitter at @goldcouncil and LinkedIn. Terms & Conditions | World Gold Council
- 2 weeks ago6 min
Unearthed: Calm in the Gold Market & What to Watch in Q3
This episode was recorded on 8 July 2026. In this episode of Unearthed, hosts John Reade and Joe Cavatoni take stock of a gold market that has calmed after a more volatile first half of the year. They discuss price movement to this point, gold briefly dipping below $4,000/oz before steadying, and expectations for the price of gold through the second half of the year. The two unpack the regional and category-level dynamics behind the relative calm, including a quieter Chinese market and the seasonal patterns that have historically influenced gold this time of year. They also dig into the sharp shift in US interest rate expectations amid geopolitical tension in the Middle East and renewed inflation pressure. Looking ahead, the hosts flag a busy period of catalysts, from the June FOMC meeting minutes and mid-month Beige Book release to the Fed's next meeting in late July and the always-closely-watched Jackson Hole symposium in September. Subscribe to Unearthed wherever you get your podcasts and visit Goldhub.com for more insights. About World Gold Council We are a membership organisation that champions the role gold plays as a strategic asset, shaping the future of a responsible and accessible gold supply chain. Our team of experts builds understanding of the use case and possibilities of gold through trusted research, analysis, commentary, and insights. We drive industry progress, shaping policy and setting the standards for a perpetual and sustainable gold market. You can follow the World Gold Council on X at @goldcouncil and LinkedIn.
- Jun 25, 20265 min
Unearthed: Central Banks, Gold and the Road Ahead
This episode was recorded on 12 June 2026. In this episode of Unearthed, hosts John Reade and Joe Cavatoni discuss the findings of the newly released Central Bank Gold Reserves Survey 2026 and examine the recent gold price. The hosts explore key survey findings, including expectations for further central bank buying, reserve diversification trends, and changing approaches to gold storage. The episode also examines recent gold price weakness, the impact of inflation and interest rate expectations, and why the longer-term drivers supporting gold remain intact despite current market headwinds. Subscribe to Unearthed wherever you get your podcasts and visit Goldhub.com for more insights. About World Gold Council We are a membership organisation that champions the role gold plays as a strategic asset, shaping the future of a responsible and accessible gold supply chain. Our team of experts builds understanding of the use case and possibilities of gold through trusted research, analysis, commentary, and insights. We drive industry progress, shaping policy and setting the standards for a perpetual and sustainable gold market. You can follow the World Gold Council on X at @goldcouncil and LinkedIn.
- Jun 9, 202627 min
Unearthed: Supply, Strategy, and the Road to $6,000 ft Nicky Shiels, MKS PAMP
This episode was filmed on 19 March 2026. In this episode of Unearthed, hosts John Reade and Joe Cavatoni are joined by Nicky Shiels, Head of Research and Metal Strategy at MKS PAMP – one of the world's leading precious metals refiners and trading houses. Together, they unpack the forces behind gold's remarkable run above $5,000/oz, with Nicky offering a perspective that goes beyond the headlines, drawing on MKS PAMP's unique position across the full precious metals supply chain. The conversation covers the institutional investment landscape and what it would take to unlock that next leg of investment demand. They also examine the differences between gold and silver as investment assets, the structural liquidity challenges emerging in precious metals markets at these price levels, and Nicky's outlook for gold in the year ahead. Subscribe to Unearthed wherever you get your podcasts and visit Goldhub.com for more insights. About World Gold Council We are a membership organisation that champions the role gold plays as a strategic asset, shaping the future of a responsible and accessible gold supply chain. Our team of experts builds understanding of the use case and possibilities of gold through trusted research, analysis, commentary, and insights. We drive industry progress, shaping policy and setting the standards for a perpetual and sustainable gold market. You can follow the World Gold Council on Twitter at @goldcouncil and LinkedIn. Terms & Conditions | World Gold Council Notable Quotes "What is very under-appreciated is the lack of physical selling." - Nicky Shiels "We are in a supply constrained environment. Mine production is barely growing." - John Reade "Gold is no longer a tactical cyclical asset. It's now a strategic allocation to portfolios." - Nicky Shiels "Investment consultants are now willing to look at real assets as a carve out – and that includes gold." - Joe Cavatoni "Silver wears two hats – it's part safe haven, part industrial metal. It's a little schizophrenic sometimes." - Nicky Shiels "The world between investing and day trading or speculating or gambling is being blurred." - Nicky Shiels
- May 18, 20266 min
Unearthed: Decoding Gold Demand
This episode was recorded on 13 May 2026. In this episode of Unearthed, hosts John Reade and Joe Cavatoni discuss recent gold demand trends. The hosts unpack recent gold market activity, investor behaviour, and geopolitical influences affecting gold demand and prices. The conversation covers the impact of inflation, central bank activities, and regional demand shifts, offering valuable insights for investors and industry participants. Subscribe to Unearthed wherever you get your podcasts and visit Goldhub.com for more insights. About World Gold Council We are a membership organisation that champions the role gold plays as a strategic asset, shaping the future of a responsible and accessible gold supply chain. Our team of experts builds understanding of the use case and possibilities of gold through trusted research, analysis, commentary, and insights. We drive industry progress, shaping policy and setting the standards for a perpetual and sustainable gold market. You can follow the World Gold Council on X at @goldcouncil and LinkedIn.
- May 5, 202632 min
Unearthed: The New Macro Playbook ft Rebecca Patterson
This episode was filmed on 19 March 2026. In this episode of Unearthed, hosts Joe Cavatoni and John Reade sit down with Rebecca Patterson, globally respected macroeconomic investor, Vanguard board member, and Senior Fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations, to unpack the fast-moving and increasingly complex global economic landscape. The conversation explores how geopolitical risk has moved to the forefront of investment decision-making, prompting companies and countries to rethink globalisation, supply chains, and resilience strategies. Rebecca shares her perspective on the biggest macro surprises of 2026 so far, including geopolitical shocks, rising energy prices, and a dramatic shift in monetary policy expectations. What began as a consensus for rate cuts has quickly turned into a more uncertain outlook, with central banks now balancing persistent inflation against slowing growth. Subscribe to Unearthed wherever you get your podcasts and visit Goldhub.com for more insights. About World Gold Council We are a membership organisation that champions the role gold plays as a strategic asset, shaping the future of a responsible and accessible gold supply chain. Our team of experts builds understanding of the use case and possibilities of gold through trusted research, analysis, commentary, and insights. We drive industry progress, shaping policy and setting the standards for a perpetual and sustainable gold market. You can follow the World Gold Council on Twitter at @goldcouncil and LinkedIn. Terms & Conditions | World Gold Council Notable Quotes “We are moving structurally into a different inflationary environment.” – Rebecca Patterson “It does feel to me certainly that we’ve started this year with a bang… it feels as if the whole timeline of 2026 has really been compressed into the first quarter.” – John Reade “It’s basically the equivalent of adding an entire Sweden to the US economy each year.” – Rebecca Patterson “Those two things go hand in hand… the trade decisions impact the capital flow decisions.” – Rebecca Patterson “If I were looking at the gold market… I would certainly be leaning towards buying, not selling.” – Rebecca Patterson “We get this question a lot… is it really a dropping of dollar-based assets, or is it something more complex?” – Joe Cavatoni “There is no alternative to the US dollar really… if there is to be one potential alternative, then gold is certainly playing a role.” – John Reade “Things are moving so unexpectedly, so fast.” – Joe Cavatoni
- Apr 17, 20266 min
Unearthed: Central bank gold transactions and strategies
This episode was recorded on 10 April 2026. In this episode of Unearthed, hosts Joe Cavatoni and John Reade explores recent Central Bank activity in the gold market. Following years of record-high buying, recent headlines have highlighted sales, swaps, and reserve shifts across countries like Turkey and France. The episode explains how these moves reflect active, management - using gold as a liquid asset to support currencies, manage reserves, and respond to economic pressures. Subscribe to Unearthed wherever you get your podcasts and visit Goldhub.com for more insights. About World Gold Council We are a membership organisation that champions the role gold plays as a strategic asset, shaping the future of a responsible and accessible gold supply chain. Our team of experts builds understanding of the use case and possibilities of gold through trusted research, analysis, commentary, and insights. We drive industry progress, shaping policy and setting the standards for a perpetual and sustainable gold market. You can follow the World Gold Council on Twitter at @goldcouncil and LinkedIn. Terms & Conditions | World Gold Council
- Mar 9, 20268 min
Unearthed: Navigating Gold's New Volatility Among Geopolitical Conflict
This episode was recorded on 3 March 2026. In this episode of Unearthed, Joe Cavatoni and John Reade unpack gold’s sharp reaction to escalating conflict in the Middle East. The hosts discuss gold’s initial surge following geopolitical tensions, before levelling out as markets absorbed the shock. The conversation covers impacts on global gold supply chains, broader implied volatility trends for gold, and a changing investor base. The hosts also explore how gold’s rally, which began in 2024, has evolved. Looking ahead, investors should expect elevated volatility to persist amid ongoing geopolitical risks and disruptive global policy dynamics — conditions that are shaping not just gold, but broader financial markets in 2026. Subscribe to Unearthed wherever you get your podcasts and visit Goldhub.com for more insights. About World Gold Council We are a membership organisation that champions the role gold plays as a strategic asset, shaping the future of a responsible and accessible gold supply chain. Our team of experts builds understanding of the use case and possibilities of gold through trusted research, analysis, commentary, and insights. We drive industry progress, shaping policy and setting the standards for a perpetual and sustainable gold market. You can follow the World Gold Council on Twitter at @goldcouncil and LinkedIn. Terms & Conditions | World Gold Council
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