Oil price shocks may have different economic impact amid global inflation and weak Chinese demand
Kate Mackenzie and Tim Sahay break down why global inflation and Chinese manufacturing mean the old fossil fuel playbook no longer works.
First covered Jun 12, 2026 · 5:00 PM PT
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This oil shock won't be like the others
— Kate Mackenzie and Tim Sahay break down why global inflation and Chinese manufacturing mean the old fossil fuel playbook no longer works.
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David Roberts · 21d ago · 79 ♥
Today on Volts: I talk with Tim Sahay (@70sbachchan.bsky.social) & Kate Mackenzie (@katemac.bsky.social), who run @thepolycrisis.bsky.social newsletter & podcast, about the current oil crisis & the need for US energy wonks to grapple more with international finance & politics.…
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