Episode #135: Saudi Inc.

This episode’s guest is Ellen R. Wald PHD, a professor in middle east history and President of Transversal Consulting. Ellen studied history and focused on Saudi Arabia, its rich history in oil & gas development and the role the Kingdom plays in global geopolitics.

Ellen’s book "Saudi Inc." is a deep dive into Saudi Arabia’s role in the world oil markets and the history of Aramco.

This episode we discuss Biden’s recent trip to visit the Saudis. We talk about the Russia Ukraine conflict, the impact it has had on oil markets, and the unintended consequences of Western Sanctions on Russia. Lastly, we discuss the cultural shifts in the public’s view of oil & gas with the backdrop of climate alarmism.