Supply Chain Disruption
Discover key takeaways from 16 podcast episodes about this topic.
Strait of Hormuz WEEK 5 Update | Is the Strait OPEN or CLOSED? | Have We Gone Full Looney Tunes?
Despite media claims, the Strait of Hormuz remains critically constrained, with shipping traffic at a fraction of normal levels, leading to a delayed but significant global economic impact.
Even Megyn Kelly Calls Trump’s Presidency a “Five-Alarm Fire” (w/ Bill Kristol) | Bulwark Podcast
Tim Miller and Bill Kristol dissect the escalating Iran conflict, the DHS shutdown, and the severe economic repercussions, framing the Trump administration's actions as a 'five-alarm fire' due to congressional inaction and presidential disengagement.
Larry C. Johnson: FULL ESCALATION: Yemen Joins, Hezbollah Crushes Tanks, US–Iran on Brink
Geopolitical analyst Larry Johnson asserts the US-Iran conflict is escalating, exposing the fragility of Gulf states, the delusion of US military strategy, and Israel's deteriorating military position against a multi-front regional resistance.
Trump makes UNHINGED announcement putting WORLD at risk
Donald Trump's contradictory statements and threats against Iran, including bombing power plants, are framed as evidence of a chaotic, unplanned foreign policy leading to global economic instability and potential war crimes.
The Economic Consequences of Trump’s Iran War (w/ Catherine Rampell) | Bulwark on Sunday
This episode dissects the severe economic fallout of a hypothetical Trump-initiated war with Iran, revealing how pre-existing fragilities like inflation and stagnant job growth are exacerbated by disrupted oil supplies and destroyed infrastructure.
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.
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.
LIVE: Trump DESPERATE FOR HELP as WAR SPIRALS
The host dissects the escalating Iran war, highlighting Trump's contradictory messaging, the severe global economic fallout from disrupted supply chains, and the political implications for his administration.
HOT TOPICS | Donald Trump's Iran War BACKFIRED...Fast!
A high-ranking Trump administration official's resignation over the Iran war exposes deep internal fractures and severe economic blowback, challenging the 'America First' narrative.
Larry Johnson & Col. Wilkerson: U.S. KC-135 Down — Carrier Abraham Lincoln Hit by Missiles & Drones
US military presence in the Persian Gulf is collapsing, with Iran gaining unprecedented economic and military leverage, while American leadership is accused of lying and strategic incompetence.
US Owned Ship STRUCK By Iran As Oil Crisis Deepens
Iran's attacks on oil tankers and facilities in the Strait of Hormuz are driving up global oil prices, exposing the fragility of supply chains for critical goods like fertilizer and helium, and undermining US claims of Iranian military defeat.
Trump gets NIGHTMARE news amid Iran war | Another Day
The host critiques the Trump administration's handling of the Iran conflict, arguing it is an expensive, ill-defined war driving up domestic costs and contradicting campaign promises.
Oil APOCALYPSE IN Tehran As 'GLOBAL DEPRESSION' Looms
An independent oil analyst warns of a potential 'global depression' if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed, projecting crude oil prices to hit $200 per barrel and gasoline to reach $5-6 a gallon, driven by massive supply disruptions and a lack of effective government contingency planning.
BREAKING: Massive Oil Price Increases
Hosts Tim Miller and Jonathan Vlass discuss the immediate and severe global economic fallout from the escalating Iran war, driven by a massive spike in crude oil prices and Trump's unexpected doubling down on the conflict.
BREAKING: Jobs Report Shows MAJOR Miss; Warning Signs for Economy
A new jobs report reveals significant losses and a slowing economy, exacerbated by the administration's Middle East war and trade policies, creating a 'handcuffed' Federal Reserve scenario with looming inflation and political fallout.