Energy markets
Discover key takeaways from 24 podcast episodes about this topic.

BREAKING: Iran Mines Hormuz; Gulf Turns On Tehran; Missile Hits Tel Aviv | TBN Israel
Amid escalating Middle East tensions, Iran is reportedly mining the Strait of Hormuz, while Israel conducts deep strikes against Iranian missile infrastructure, and Gulf states harden their stance against Tehran.

Seyed M. Marandi: Israel Hits Iran Energy Sites, Iran’s Next Move: Israel’s Energy & Water Systems
Professor Seyed M. Marandi details Iran's unyielding stance against US and Israeli aggression, predicting severe global economic consequences if the conflict escalates and outlining Iran's strategy to fundamentally alter regional security dynamics.

PBS News Hour full episode, March 23, 2026
President Trump's surprise diplomatic signals on the Iran war, a fatal plane collision at LaGuardia amidst a federal shutdown, and a Supreme Court case on mail-in ballots dominate a day of complex national and international developments.

Trump Declares VICTORY On Iran Regime Change
President Trump declared 'victory' on Iran regime change and claimed ongoing talks, but hosts Krystal Ball and Saagar Enjeti critically dissect these assertions, framing them as market manipulation amidst escalating conflict and domestic 'failed state' issues.

Trump’s Plan: War Abroad, Chaos at Home
This episode dissects the Trump administration's chaotic foreign policy regarding Iran's Strait of Hormuz and its controversial domestic move to deploy ICE agents to alleviate airport bottlenecks, highlighting internal contradictions and political motivations.

Mark Sleboda: Iran’s New Missiles SLAM Israel & US Bases - Saudi & UAE Involved as Bases Open
Iran's asymmetric warfare strategy, leveraging its 'sanction option' by closing the Strait of Hormuz and targeting Gulf state energy infrastructure, has weaponized the global economy against the US and Israel, leading to unprecedented geopolitical and economic shifts.

A Monthlong Closure of Hormuz Will Bankrupt Countries (w/ Sal Mercogliano)
The Strait of Hormuz, a critical global trade choke point, is now under de facto Iranian control, leading to economic disruption, humanitarian crises for seafarers, and a potential restructuring of global trade patterns if the closure persists.

The economic meltdown is gaining momentum
The host argues that Donald Trump's actions in Iran have triggered a global economic crisis, leading to soaring energy and food prices, while simultaneously eroding his political base and shifting Republican donor support towards Marco Rubio over JD Vance.

Political Prophet Predicts the Next Phase in Iran, Trump’s War Plan, & Israel’s Plot to Sabotage It
A self-proclaimed prophet details a grim future of protracted global conflict, economic collapse, and the 'control demolition' of Western civilization, driven by eschatological agendas and a reorientation of world powers.

Larry Johnson & Col. Wilkerson: Second F-35 Down - Iran War Spirals Into DEVASTATING New Phase
Larry Johnson and Colonel Wilkerson dissect the escalating US-Iran conflict, exposing critical military miscalculations, economic vulnerabilities, and the profound disconnect between political rhetoric and battlefield realities.

Trump SLAMS Israel's South Pars Strikes + Iran Executes Wrestler | PBD #763
This episode dissects escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, domestic political betrayals, and economic challenges in New York, highlighting the hosts' strong opinions on accountability and leadership.

Top U.S. & World Headlines — March 20, 2026
Global conflicts escalate with significant economic and humanitarian fallout, while domestic US issues highlight immigration challenges and labor disputes.

What is happening on board ships in the Persian Gulf? | Update on Strait | Trump Admin Acts
As 20,000 mariners remain trapped in the Strait of Hormuz, Iran establishes a 'toll gate' for approved vessels, while the US administration implements controversial policies like unsanctioning Iranian oil and waiving the Jones Act, drawing sharp criticism for perceived contradictions and ineffectiveness.

David Sirota EXPOSES The Master Plan
This episode exposes how a 'master plan' has concentrated power in the US presidency, enabling a US-Israel-led war in Iran, escalating gas prices, and suppressing dissent through media propaganda and alleged deep state actions.

PBS News Hour full episode, March 19, 2026
This episode dissects the escalating Israel-Iran conflict, its global economic fallout, the Trump administration's controversial war messaging, and a fatal ICE shooting, revealing deep political and social fissures.

Richard D. Wolff & Michael Hudson: Iran Just Flipped the Script on the U.S. -Global Crisis Incoming?
Iran's strategic response to US aggression in the Strait of Hormuz is accelerating global de-dollarization, exposing the ineffectiveness of US military and financial control, and forcing a re-evaluation of international alliances.

Andrei Martyanov: Iran Hits US F-35… MASSIVE Retaliation After Israel Hits MAJOR Energy Hub
Andrei Martyanov asserts that the US is facing military humiliation and economic catastrophe in its conflict with Iran, marking the accelerated decline of the petrodollar and the rise of a new global order.

WORST CASE SCENARIO: Energy Infrastructure BURNING Across Middle East
The US and Israel's strike on Iran's largest gas field triggered massive retaliatory attacks on critical energy infrastructure across the Middle East, pushing the global economy into a 'worst-case scenario' energy crisis.

The End of the Petrodollar? How Iran War Is Reshaping the Global Economy: Author Laleh Khalili
Ongoing conflict in the Strait of Hormuz is not only disrupting global oil trade but also accelerating a challenge to the petrodollar, pushing a multi-polar financial system and a faster transition to sustainable energy.

PBS News Hour full episode, March 18, 2026
This episode details escalating conflicts in the Middle East, contentious U.S. political debates over intelligence and a DHS nominee, and significant social issues including a migrant crisis in Lebanon, sexual abuse allegations against Cesar Chavez, and a national debate on historical revisionism.

Patrick Henningsen: Israel Strikes Iran’s LARGEST Gas Field - Iran's MASSIVE RETALIATION Begins
Israel's attack on Iran's South Pars gas field, coordinated with the US, is a calculated move to destabilize Gulf monarchies, reshape the Middle East, and boost US energy dominance, risking a global conflict.

Glenn Diesen: US Hegemonic World Order Is OVER
Geopolitical expert Glenn Diesen argues the US hegemonic world order is ending, driven by strategic missteps in conflicts like Iran and Ukraine that divert resources and strengthen rival powers.

TOP Iranian Official ASSASSINATED By Israel As 200 US Troops Wounded
Israel's assassination of a top Iranian official, coupled with US military setbacks and European reluctance, highlights a significant miscalculation of Iran's strategic resilience and the evolving dynamics of modern warfare.

Top Trump Aide Quits Over Iran War | Morning Chaser
A top Trump administration official resigned over the Iran war, exposing deep rifts within the MAGA movement and highlighting the war's destabilizing impact on global alliances and the economy.