The Dangers of the Global Oil Rush

The podcast episode explores the global oil rush, with a focus on its impact in Guyana, the Caribbean, and Africa. It highlights the case of Recon Africa, a small oil and gas exploration company in Namibia, that claims to have discovered billions of barrels of oil in its land. However, experts question the validity of their claims. Despite the lack of actual proven oil reserves, Recon Africa continues drilling near the Okavango Delta, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, causing environmental damage. The episode discusses the tactics used by Recon Africa and the larger issue of how oil and gas companies exploit investors and manipulate local communities, all while posing risks to delicate ecosystems.