Why today's high gas prices could take 7 years to fall

This video explores why gasoline prices in the U.S. rise quickly but fall very slowly, a phenomenon often described as going up "like a rocket" and down "like a feather."

Key Takeaways:

• The Retailer's Perspective: Gas station owners operate on razor-thin profit margins (1:50). When wholesale costs spike due to supply shocks, they often absorb some of the costs to keep customers buying, which prevents them from raising retail prices in perfect lock-step with the market. Conversely, when wholesale costs fall, they lower prices slowly to recover those lost margins (2:50 - 3:35).
• Supply Chain Traffic Jam: The slow decline of prices is also attributed to the long supply chain. Just as traffic in front of a car must clear before it can move forward, the entire pipeline—from oil extraction to refining and distribution—must reflect lower prices before the gas station can effectively pass those savings on to the consumer (5:07 - 5:58).
• The Impact of the Iran War: The conflict in Iran has caused a massive global oil supply shock, according to the International Energy Agency (6:18 - 6:25). Because oil production is currently severely constrained, the oil futures market suggests that it could take several years—potentially into the 2030s—for prices to stabilize back to pre-war levels (6:46 - 7:35).

The "Seven-Year Feather": Due to the complexity of reopening trade routes like the Strait of Hormuz and restarting shuttered oil production, experts suggest this particular price "feather" could be floating for up to seven years before significant relief is felt at the pump (7:38 - 8:27).

"How Recent U.S. Decisions May Be Strengthening China's Global Position"

This video provides a critical analysis of President Trump’s recent visit to Beijing (May 14th–15th), arguing that the summit prioritized optics over substantive policy, potentially weakening the United States' long-term global position.

Key Takeaways:

• Lack of Substance: The speaker notes that despite the fanfare, there was no written joint statement, no progress on tariffs, and no concrete agreement on critical issues like advanced semiconductor export controls (7:27-8:54).
• Institutional Atrophy: The speaker expresses deep concern that by bypassing established diplomatic institutions like the State Department and National Security Council in favor of personal diplomacy and an entourage of CEOs, the administration is allowing vital governmental

Netanyahu concedes: Israel’s propaganda isn’t working | The Listening Post

This episode of The Listening Post explores the challenges Israel faces regarding its international public image and the growing ineffectiveness of its propaganda efforts (Hasbara).

Key themes include:

• The Propaganda Challenge: Despite a significant budget increase to roughly $750 million, Israeli government efforts to influence public opinion are struggling against real-time, user-generated footage of war crimes in Gaza and Lebanon (0:43–5:53).
• Media Scrutiny: The video highlights a shift in Western media coverage, specifically citing a New York Times report on sexual violence against Palestinian prisoners, which Israeli officials dismissed as "blood libel" (7:05–9:23, 11:38–14:00).
• Generational Shift: Experts suggest that younger generations, exposed to raw, live-streamed content from the conflicts, are less influenced by traditional state narratives, contributing to a decline in support for Israel (3:14–4:03, 11:21–11:37).
• Data Centers and AI: The second half of the program transitions to the environmental and social costs of the generative AI boom, focusing on the expansion of massive, energy-hungry data centers in Aragon, Spain. Local government narratives of progress are contrasted with the reality of resource consumption and lack of public transparency (14:05–24:21).
• Eurovision Controversy: The video concludes by examining the backlash against Israel’s participation in the Eurovision Song Contest, noting that despite state-funded campaigns to boost votes, the event was marked by public disruption and protests (24:22–25:51).

EXPOSED: How Mossad & Trump Engineered CHAOS In Iran

This video from The Young Turks, hosted by Cenk Uygur and Ana Kasparian, examines recent protests in Iran. The hosts argue that while mainstream media typically frames these demonstrations as entirely organic responses to economic hardship, reports from Israeli media suggest a more complex, state-involved reality.

Key Takeaways:

• Mossad's Reported Involvement: The hosts discuss reporting, including from the Jerusalem Post and Ynet, which indicates that Mossad has been actively working to influence the Iranian public and stir unrest to facilitate regime change (2:03 - 2:37, 20:29 - 22:04).
• Manufactured Violence: Cenk and Ana contend that Mossad agents may have acted as provocateurs within protest crowds to incite violence, which then served as a justification for further international intervention or military action (17:52 - 18:06, 22:42 - 23:00).
• Critique of US/Corporate Media: The hosts express deep skepticism toward American media coverage, alleging that it ignores potential Israeli or CIA involvement in order to push a specific narrative that supports war or regime change (4:28 - 5:18, 19:33 - 19:50).
• Contested Casualty Numbers: The segment highlights that official-sounding figures regarding the number of protesters killed (e.g., 30,000 to 60,000) are often inflated and originate from sources linked to Iranian opposition figures, rather than verified human rights data (15:46 - 17:51).
• Strategic Goals: The discussion concludes that these actions are part of a broader strategy by Israel and the United States to install a subservient, non-democratic government in Iran, rather than supporting an authentic grassroots movement (10:00 - 13:23, 25:52 - 26:07).

'BULLSH*T': Trump Pre-WARNED On Israel LIES Before Iran War

This video from Breaking Points discusses a major New York Times report by Jonathan Swan and Maggie Haberman regarding the events leading up to the war with Iran during the Trump administration. The hosts examine how Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu pressured the Trump administration to launch an air campaign against Iran.

Key takeaways from the report:

• The February 11th Meeting (0:17 - 2:55): Netanyahu visited the White House and held a high-stakes, 90-minute meeting in the Situation Room. He presented a plan centered on four main objectives: decapitating the Iranian regime, degrading their ability to attack allies, weakening them to prevent the blockage of the Strait of Hormuz, and facilitating a transition to a secular regime.
• Internal Opposition and Skepticism (3:24 - 4:49): The following day (February 12th), Trump sought the counsel of his advisors. Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Dan Kaine and others expressed deep skepticism, noting that the Israelis often "oversell" their plans. Even CIA Director John Ratcliffe indicated that while killing leadership might be feasible, the broader goals like regime change were unlikely to succeed.
• The Final Decision (7:15 - 9:39): In a subsequent meeting on February 26th, despite the tepid or negative reactions from most of his cabinet, Trump decided to move forward with the military operation. The hosts highlight the irony that while Rubio and others were against the premise of the war, they ultimately deferred to Trump.

The Political Fallout and Debate (12:41 - 18:31):

The hosts critique the "dangerous game" played by some political figures, such as Josh Gottheimer, who refused to acknowledge the extent of Netanyahu's influence on the war decision. The discussion emphasizes that it is a historical fact—supported by the Times reporting—that Netanyahu actively lobbied for this war, yet some political discourse continues to obscure that reality.

Did Erika Kirk Know Jeffrey Epstein? | Candace Ep 309

In this episode, Candace Owens analyzes the recent appointment of Erika Kirk to the Air Force Academy's board of visitors (0:01 - 0:33), questioning her qualifications and speculating on connections between Kirk, Turning Point USA, and Jeffrey Epstein (0:37 - 1:07).

Key Points of Analysis:

• The Appointment and Qualifications: Owens questions how Erika Kirk moved from a stay-at-home mother to advising the Department of Defense regarding military morale and finances (2:52 - 3:11), highlighting that she is reportedly replacing the role previously filled by her late husband, Charlie Kirk (3:54 - 4:05).
• Epstein Connections: Owens posits that Erika Kirk has danced around Jeffrey Epstein in her life, citing alleged involvements with countries, companies, and schools deeply connected to him (0:47 - 1:05), specifically noting meetings at Next Model Management in New York City (22:15 - 23:58).
• September 8th Timeline: The video attempts to reconstruct the timeline of September 8th, focusing on when Charlie Kirk was allegedly home watching a Chicago Bears game (36:15 - 37:13) and analyzing other activities that day, including a visit to a clinic and interviews (38:46 - 40:40).
• Turning Point USA Response: Owens mentions sending queries to Turning Point USA legal teams regarding these modeling company involvements (1:11 - 1:24) and highlights a removed clip of Blake Nef discussing the case (33:08 - 34:18).

What Happens if Iran Blocks the Strait of Hormuz?

This video by RealLifeLore explains the extreme geopolitical and economic significance of the Strait of Hormuz (0:22). As a narrow chokepoint only about 30 miles wide, it serves as the only maritime exit for major oil-producing nations in the Persian Gulf (3:10), making it a critical artery for the global economy.

Key Takeaways:

• Global Energy Flow: Roughly 15% of the world's energy supply—including a third of all seaborne oil—passes through the strait daily (5:57).
• Economic Impact: A blockage would immediately halt revenue for Gulf countries and likely crash the global economy, disproportionately affecting major importers like China, Japan, and South Korea (8:02-9:25).
• Geopolitical Tensions: The United States maintains a heavy military presence through the Fifth Fleet to ensure the free flow of oil and counter Iran (10:50). Iran has threatened to close the strait, possessing capabilities to do so through mines and missile batteries, though this would likely trigger a massive international conflict (12:30).

US media coverage of the war in Iran: Fact, fiction and propaganda • FRANCE 24 English

This video from FRANCE 24 English analyzes the unconventional media coverage of a conflict between the United States and Iran. It features a discussion with journalist Negar Mortazavi regarding the propaganda, lack of clarity, and framing of this conflict in American media.

Key Highlights:

• Confusing Messaging: The Trump administration struggled to justify the military action, with officials offering contradictory statements on whether the situation constituted a "war" (0:16-1:56).
• Propaganda & Trolling: Both sides utilized social media propaganda, including the U.S. using Call of Duty video game footage and Iran releasing AI-generated content blaming the U.S. for a school strike (2:42-3:15).
• The School Strike: The media covered a strike on a girls' school in Manab that killed over 170 people, initially denied by U.S. officials but later confirmed to be a U.S. mistake (3:15-5:05).
• Shifting Narratives: The video highlights how conservative media shifted from a stance of "peace through strength" to supporting the administration's actions (5:07-5:57).
• Media Critique: Guest Negar Mortazavi discusses the dehumanization of Iranians in Western media and argues that pro-war voices from the diaspora are disproportionately amplified (6:14-10:39).

Iran latest: Propaganda in overdrive as Trump’s war spirals out of control | The Listening Post

This video from The Listening Post covers the unfolding conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran, focusing on the information war, military strategies, and the use of artificial intelligence.

Key Highlights:

• Asymmetric Warfare and Information War (0:48-3:04): While the US and Israel possess superior military capabilities, Iran is responding asymmetrically, targeting global economic pressure points, such as oil prices, to fight back (2:41). The information coming from the Trump administration is described as erratic and contradictory (1:20).
• The Media's Role (5:12-7:45): The video critiques how different news outlets cover the war. While some American media are more critical of the Trump administration's unclear messaging compared to the 2003 Iraq war (5:48), others are accused of accepting Pentagon narratives at face value (7:00). CNN's presence in Iran provides a counter-narrative to Western propaganda (5:25).
• Internet Blackout in Iran (7:47-9:49): Iranian authorities have maintained a large-scale internet blackout to control how social media and external media influence public opinion within the country (8:37).
• Disinformation regarding Gulf States (9:50-12:10): Reports in Israeli media suggested that Gulf states like Qatar and the UAE were assisting Israel, but these states quickly denied the claims (10:31). Analysts suggest these leaks were aimed at boosting Israeli domestic morale rather than reflecting reality (11:42).
• AI and Warfare (13:52-22:58): The video investigates the role of AI in battlefield decisions, with researchers raising ethical concerns about accountability when AI systems guide lethal strikes (13:52, 21:53). Matt Mahmoudi from Amnesty Tech discusses how these systems can dehumanize targets and muddy the chain of command (17:59, 21:55).
• Remembering Walid Khalidi (23:07): The episode concludes with a tribute to the renowned Palestinian historian, Walid Khalidi, who passed away at 100 (23:10).

Global National: March 14, 2026 | Trump calls for countries to help secure Strait of Hormuz

This edition of Global National (March 14, 2026) covers the escalating war in the Middle East, its impact on global economies, and domestic news in Canada.

Iran-US Conflict & Energy Crisis

• Rising Tensions (0:53): US President Donald Trump is calling for international support to secure the Strait of Hormuz, which is currently effectively closed and choking off 20% of global oil supplies.
• Military Escalation (2:01): The US carried out a massive airstrike on Iran's Carrick Island, destroying military infrastructure while avoiding the oil terminals themselves. Iran retaliated by attacking the US embassy in Baghdad and an energy hub in the UAE (2:39).
• Economic Impact (2:53): The conflict has caused oil prices to surge, doubling the cost of bunker fuel for ships and raising travel costs (12:53).
• Calls for De-escalation (1:21): Despite the military action, international leaders like Mark Carney are promoting de-escalation, though Trump has not set a timeline for ending the war, stating it will take as long as necessary (4:05).

Domestic News & Social Issues

• Toronto Protest (9:08): A pro-Palestinian demonstration for Al Quds Day proceeded in Toronto despite an attempt by Ontario Premier Doug Ford to block it in court. The protest occurred near the US consulate under heavy police presence (10:27).
• Health Funding (11:27): Advocacy groups report that the Ford government plans to pull funding for supervised consumption sites in Ontario, a move condemned by the Canadian Civil Liberties Association.
• Ukrainian Conflict (12:16): Russia launched significant drone and missile strikes targeting Ukraine's energy infrastructure, with most being intercepted by air defenses.

Gender Equality Polling

• Shifting Views (15:49): A worldwide survey conducted for International Women's Day found that 57% of Canadian men under 35 believe gender equality has "gone far enough," a sentiment fueled by online communities (16:34).

Community Feature

• Feline Postmaster (18:53): In a small British Columbia community, a 10-year-old cat named Sid has been named the honorary postmaster of the Wanik Post Office to help increase foot traffic and save the rural branch from closure (19:53).