Will we reach peak oil?

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Will we reach peak oil?

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Dec 6, 2012

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A 2012 report showed that the U.S. may be energy-independent in just a few years, but not too long ago the specter of peak oil loomed large on the political and economic landscape. Join Chuck and Josh as they visit the consequences of running out of oil. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

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Dec 6, 2012

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