OPEC just shook up the energy world again, rolling back 2.2 million barrels per day of production cuts, and the ripple effects are huge. Will oil prices climb? Can U.S. shale keep up, or are we looking at a new reality for American production? We’re breaking down what this means for global supply, market stability, and the geopolitical chess game playing out from Saudi Arabia to Venezuela. Plus, the latest on LNG, trade wars, and whether energy independence is still a thing or just a nice idea. From drilling rigs to big moves by Chevron and ExxonMobil, we’re covering all the angles, because let’s be real, this industry never sits still.

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00:00 - OPEC+ Production Increases
04:33 - Ukraine Russia News Update
09:36 - Zelensky Peace Proposal
19:04 - Anduril IVAS Contract Details
21:16 - China's Shipbuilding Industry
21:40 - Ukraine Taiwan Relations
24:25 - Venezuela Economic Situation
28:15 - Trade Tariffs Discussion
34:14 - Overview of Key Topics
37:54 - State of the Union Predictions
44:30 - Show Conclusion and Wrap-Up

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