Why America Needs More Uranium Mines: In-depth with Colin Healey

Why America Needs More Uranium Mines: In-depth with Colin Healey

Author: Going Nuclear June 18, 2026 Duration: 54:15

In this episode of Going Nuclear, Trevor Hall and Justin Huhn sit down with Colin Healey, CEO of Premier American Uranium, for a wide-ranging discussion on the future of uranium exploration and production in the United States. Colin shares his perspective after more than 16 years as a leading uranium equity analyst, explaining why today's supply-demand fundamentals, government policy, and growing nuclear demand create one of the strongest setups the sector has seen in decades. The conversation also explores Premier American Uranium's portfolio in Wyoming and New Mexico, the challenges and opportunities of permitting new uranium projects, and why domestic production has become a strategic priority for the United States. Trevor, Justin, and Colin also discuss the role of utilities, evolving contracting dynamics, and why the uranium market may be entering a period where producers have greater influence over pricing than ever before.


For anyone trying to make sense of the complex and rapidly changing world of nuclear energy and its markets, Going Nuclear with Justin Huhn and Trevor Hall offers a clear signal through the noise. This isn't just broad commentary; it's a focused dive led by two analysts deeply embedded in the sector. Justin Huhn, from Uranium Insider, and Trevor Hall, of Mining Stock Daily, combine their distinct perspectives to break down the week's most important developments. You'll hear their conversations move seamlessly from high-level financial market shifts and policy changes affecting utilities down to the granular details of specific uranium exploration projects and mining company updates. The discussion is grounded in real-time news, offering listeners not just information but context on how a new contract, a geopolitical event, or a technological advancement might ripple through the investment landscape. Tuning into this podcast feels like getting a direct briefing from informed colleagues who cut through the hype. They examine the practical realities of the nuclear fuel cycle, the economics behind new reactor technologies, and the investment implications of it all, providing a consistent and detailed resource for anyone with a professional or serious personal interest in the energy transition's most pivotal industry.
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