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The HC Commodities Podcast

Paul Chapman, HC Group

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For related content and to find out more about HC Group, a search firm dedicated to the energy & commodities sector, visit https://www.hcgroup.global Each day, around the world, we have fascinating one-on-one conversations with our connections in the commodities sector. Our collaborators are uniquely informed, creative and inspirational in their fields. We want to provide our community a seat alongside us, listening in to these conversations in that special way podcasting provides as we tack ...
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I am here to tell you all the things "they" don't- The E true Hollywood story about love, relationships, parenting, sex, careers, literally nothing is off limits. Through this advice, sharing of my own epic failures, and of course my gift of comedy I aim to help lift you up, let you know its ok to not be "normal", and/or at the very least make you laugh and think.
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Join Crystal from Drag Race UK as she sits down with a range of celebrity guests and friends to chat about the touchpoints of their queer journey through the items they “bring” along to the studio. Theme Song: “Something Like Summer” by Caveboy
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A commodity close to many of our hearts, but how does it end up in our mugs? Where is it grown, how is it processed and who trades it? How do the derivative contracts work and what might the future hold as climate, geopolitics and consumer tastes evolve? Our guest is Charlie Stephens, President of Amarella Café, an independent specialty coffee trad…
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The idea of a lifetime of love and passion is something we have been fed over and over again. Growing old with one another, staying close and of course keeping that intimacy. But HOW do we actually do that? How do you continue to find vulnerability and intimacy with someone that you have spent more than half your life with? Amy Green Smith is here …
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Is the commodities world lagging behind in AI adoption? And if so, how should the sector’s leadership think about applications and use? What even is it and how is it being used by other sectors? Our guest is Seth Dobrin, CEO of QuantmA1, an AI consultancy and General Partner at 1Infinity Ventures, a VC fund. Seth was former Global Chief AI Officer …
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As we head toward the end of the year and into 2025 where are oil prices headed? In this episode we recap the major events and decisions since COVID and the key drivers of oil prices. Then we turn to the outlook for the next two years. What is the supply and demand picture? What could OPEC’s upcoming decision mean – could a new price war start? And…
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Brazil has been steadily deregulating its power market over the last two decades. This combined with one of the largest share of renewables in the generation mix of any advanced economy, alongside hydrocarbon production in the ‘Pre-salt’ off the coast, has made it a hugely dynamic market with lots of opportunity for participants, both domestic and …
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Are we seeing a regime change in Europeangas and power markets? Is Europe now entering a period of structurally lower energy prices and economic advantage as its decades long investment in renewables starts to pay off? Will other countries have to go through this journey? What does this mean for power trading opportunities? As we approach winter, i…
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Amy Lopez and Eugene Rupiński talk about what it means for Marta and Brazil to miss out on a gold medal at the Olympics, what it means for the US to have won the gold, recap a shift in some of the powers at the top of the Liga MX Femenil standings after an eventful Week 5, touch on the CONCACAF W Champions Cup, and more.…
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The UN predicts global population will peak sometime in 2080s around 10 billion people. Companies, countries (think global social security schemes) and the commodities sector predicates forecasts on these assumptions. Yet, there is a growing body of evidence that these assumptions are far too optimistic and that not only will global population peak…
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In this engaging conversation, dating coach Evan Katz shares his insights on navigating the tricky balance between settling and compromising in relationships. Evan draws on his 20+ years of experience helping smart, successful women find love, offering practical advice on spotting red flags, setting boundaries, and cultivating the right kind of che…
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Global regulators are narrowing their focus on the commodities sector and billions of dollars have been paid in fines. The world has become both more transparent and more risky in the wake of deglobalization, sanctions and the energy transition bringing its increased public scrutiny. The risks are enormous both the companies and individuals. And as…
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It’s getting HOT in here! Summer is happening folks and with that comes a myriad of challenges to keeping the intimacy alive and well. Now, don’t get me wrong I LOVE so many things about summer, including the sultry and sensuous nature of it all. BUT real-life realities oftentimes can pose barriers to pleasure, connection and the sex itself. In thi…
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show. Jonathan’s new book - Commodity Professionals: The people behind the trade – is a collection of interviews spanning all the professions that create the commodity supply chains. How have these roles evolved in a more volatile world? How are the trading houses fairing since we last caught up with Jonathan? For more on HC Group visit: www.hcgrou…
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In this important episode, Adriana McCulloch shares her personal journey with breast cancer and the many things that aren’t discussed openly when one faces cancer treatment. Because the fact is, that there is so much emphasis on the treatment itself and getting through that, but not how to put all the pieces back together once treatment is complete…
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The energy transition is complex. That complexity tends to be papered over with simplifications and beliefs, even myths, both within the sector and the broader public on both sides of the debate. Yet, to make the right investments and decisions as companies and societies, it requires careful analysis and ultimately managing the inherent trade-offs.…
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In this milestone 200th episode, we're celebrating over five years of conversations around a topic that's long been taboo but is so important for our wellbeing. Tune in as we discuss how societal messages have led us to disconnect from our bodies and desires over time. We'll delve into how limiting beliefs formed and how we can start rewriting our …
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Is the commodity super cycle, long heralded, a mirage? Or, super charged by a capex cycle, are we just at the start? What is the state of the commodity investment cycle? Why and how has geopolitics and dollar weaponization changed the landscape? If there is a global run up in prices will energy keep pace with metals? What does all this mean for the…
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It is time to talk about the ways in which patriarchy operates in society, including historical roots, in order to understand the ongoing effects on women's agency and pleasure. In this enlightening conversation we explore how patriarchy has influenced women's bodies and pleasure throughout history, from biblical and classical texts to modern times…
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Data is the new the economic engine of the world. Globally, data centers are proliferating bringing their huge demand for energy – especially clean energy delivered reliably. Markets, policy and regulation are still adapting, often too slowly, to the changing energy mix and decarbonization demand. Could data centers be the engines of change to brin…
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In this episode we explore commodities’ role in asset management and portfolio construction? Why should asset managers and investors seek exposure to commodities within their portfolios? What are their historical long-term performance as part of a broader mix of equities and debt? Indeed, are institutional investors currently underweighted, especia…
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Welcome back to It’s My Pleasure. In this week's episode, I'm diving deep into how intention can maximize all the amazing benefits of pursuing pleasure. We all know pleasure is good for us, but did you know the impact it can have depends on your intention behind the pleasure you are pursuing?? I'll be sharing a fascinating study I came across that …
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Hey friends, I have such an insightful conversation for you all from my latest episode with Anna Iovine. If you've ever questioned your sexuality or struggled with feeling believed in your queer identity, you do not want to miss what Anna has to say. Anna dives deep with me on the disbelief bisexual women often face and helps shine a light on why o…
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Hedging is the basic tool of the commodity trader. Yet, outside that community it is little taught, little understood and underutilized – especially as raw material prices are becoming more volatile in an age of disruption. What is hedging? What are the costs and benefits and why is it not more exploited up and down the value chain. Our guest is Sa…
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Got some of those thoughts running wild in your head during intimate moments? You're not alone. But did you know that particular things occurring between the ears could be impacting what’s happening (or not) below the belt?? In this episode we cover some game-changing insights about how our beliefs affect arousal, yes arousal - and more importantly…
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April Davis - creator of the Haus of Vagina, shares her deep wisdom, wit and humor on the show today. April has tunneled her passions to create an entire community around female body health and helps vagina owners feel empowered with more knowledge on how their bodies, specifically their cycle works. This important conversation dives into the topic…
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In commodities, the lowest cost producer or shipper is king.This in turn drives siting assets, determined by human factors such as cost, legal and tax regimes and geographic factors like proximity to rivers, coasts, production and markets. However, today the world is becoming more volatile both in weather events and in policy. And in fact locations…
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Why is it that you can enjoy sex, have a good time, maybe even LOVE the sex you’re having and still find yourself not eager to make the time and the space for it?! Why are we like this? Listen to this episode as we dive into the complexities of desire, that wanting, and how to help create the time in your schedule. Remember pleasure is not just a n…
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If you want to create a joyful dating life that lights you the hell up without all the patriarchal BS then you HAVE to tune in today’s episode. Lily Womble joins the show today to discuss her journey from late bloomer to joyful dater through feminist relationship coaching and how starting with JOY is truly a key to your success in finding a match. …
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In this episode, our guest argues that not only is the energy transition happening, it’s happening faster and more profoundly that you can imagine…and it’s being led by China. The ‘age of renewables’ will be very different than the ‘age of carbon’ and the same forecasting assumptions do not apply. The energy transition is being driven by technology…
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In a deglobalizing and volatile world, sanctions can upend commodity markets overnight. Commodities underpin global trade and are often themselves direct targets of sanctions or swept up in restrictions imposed on trade infrastructure, such as finance and shipping. In this episode, we do a deep dive on the suite of Russian sanctions imposed since t…
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Orgasms are wonderful, I think we can all agree on that one. However, creating a strong incentive to pursue pleasure - making the time, the space and engaging in the effort - is a crucial piece to not only get you in action, but also reap the many benefits of mind and body that the orgasm can provide. Understanding why you are taking a certain acti…
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In this episode, we are diving into the Japanese power market, which by virtue of its size, generation mix and recent liberalization, is fast becoming one of the most active power markets in the world, attracting a host of domestic and international energy merchants. What is the regulation that underpins the market? How does it function and who are…
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Western Governments have enacted a slew of policies to support energy security and its transition to a greener future. These policies can radically shift the economic landscape for the commodity sector participants. However, the reality of implementing these policies, from the power lines needed to the mines for critical metals, requires navigating…
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In this episode, to celebrate 200 episodes and a name change, our host Paul Chapman reflects on the podcast, its goals and development and the back catalogue. A body of work, still highly relevant, that has traced the trends, participants and individual commodities (some old and some new), through one of the most interesting periods in the sector’s…
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Trade finance is the lifeblood of the commodity sector. Liquidity shrank throughout the last decade in the wake of regulatory changes. Now deglobalization and sanctions, environmental pressures and volatility threaten this key resource. How have the banks responded and what of alternative providers? What does this mean for commodity traders and the…
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In this episode, we do a deep dive into the dry freight market and how bulk commodities are shipped around the world and by whom. As the commodities markets themselves become more efficient, freight markets are starting to represent one of the biggest sources of risk and opportunity available to traders and charterers. This, in turn, is driving con…
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