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Why gas prices are rising, prediction markets exposed, Talarico's theology, Oscars recap & March Madness | Ep. 61
In this week's Brief: We break down why the Strait of Hormuz and Kharg Island are at the center of the global energy crisis right now—what they are, why they matter, and what happens when 20% of the world's oil supply gets choked off.
From there, we dive into the rise of the Polymarket and Kalshi prediction markets. We explore what they are, why they're exploding into every corner of our culture, and the serious moral and national security dangers they pose. From betting on wars and arrests to profiting off insider knowledge of military strikes, we walk through why this trend should concern…
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