In this week's episode, we take an in-depth look into the geopolitical and economic ramifications of a reliance on oil. Looking into Venezuela's food shortage and the historical and modern implications of the reliance on oil, we examine how oil policy shapes geopolitics and look towards the future. Will green energy really shape the future?

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