Is $8 gas actually coming?Oil markets are surging as tensions escalate around Iran and the Strait of Hormuz — the narrow waterway controlling nearly 20% of the world’s oil supply. With Brent crude climbing and shipping disruptions increasing, the risk of an oil shock is suddenly back in the global conversation.In this Middle Monday episode of The MiddleGround Mic, Joseph Steagall breaks down the rising oil crisis, how Iran’s leadership turmoil could impact global energy markets, and why the Strait of Hormuz remains one of the most dangerous economic chokepoints on the planet.But this conversation goes deeper than energy prices.Why are extremists on both sides attacking anyone who refuses to blindly pick a team? Why does the middle ground trigger so much backlash in modern political debate? And why is Senator John Fetterman suddenly becoming a key figure in the conversation about how America should approach the Iran crisis?This episode explores the oil shock scenarios, the geopolitical risks surrounding Iran, and the reality that the loudest political voices often mirror each other more than they admit.Topics covered:Iran crisis and oil market instabilityStrait of Hormuz and global oil supply risksOil shock scenarios and gas price predictionsThe middle ground perspective in politicsJohn Fetterman and the Iran debateConfronting political extremismBuilding real long-term energy solutionsIs $8 gas actually coming… or is the panic overblown?No Left. No Right. Forward.🎙️ Gear used on The MiddleGround MicCameraDJI Osmo Pocket 3https://amzn.to/4rkviS0MicrophoneShure MV6 USB Microphonehttps://amzn.to/4rXhPjUStudio HeadphonesShure Professional Studio Headphoneshttps://amzn.to/3OP9UXw(These affiliate links help support the show at no extra cost.) This episode is brought to you by Brio. Most trimmers are built to fail after a year or two. Loose guards. Weak batteries. Uneven cuts. The Brio Beardscape V1 changes that completely with a ceramic blade system, powerful motor, long battery life, and the precision to hit the spots cheap trimmers always miss.Use code MIDDLEGROUND for 10% off your order.Brio Beardscape V1 Support the show