
Gulf Intelligence Podcasts
Gulf Intelligence (GI) is the leading strategic consulting group in the Middle East focused on the international energy & natural resources industry. The Dubai-based firm uses more than 10 years of operational experience in the region to offer trusted, fully compliant, and strategic advice. The GI consultancy provides expert and hands-on assistance to international clients looking for opportunities or seeking solutions in the Arab Gulf, as well as supporting national energy stakeholders expand their global engagement.
Latest episodes

Jun 26, 2025 • 33min
PODCAST: Daily Energy Markets- June 26th
As Iran and Israel pause direct fire, oil markets remain remarkably steady. Is this the end of escalation or just a timeout? Listen to expert insights on the terms of the ceasefire, risking shipping rates and the significance of Iranian oil being bought by the Chinese. With insights from:🎧 Laury Haytayan, MENA Director, Natural Resource Governance 🎧 Bill Spindle, Senior Global Correspondent, Cipher News🎧 Matt Wright, Senior Freight Analyst, KplerBrent averaged about $70 in first half of 2025 - What will it average in H2? Have your say here: https://x.com/gulf_intel/status/1938129457648226637 OR here: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7343895584694534144

Jun 25, 2025 • 32min
PODCAST: Daily Energy Markets- June 25th
In today’s Daily Energy Markets Podcast, Sara Akbar, Chairperson & CEO of OiLSERV Kuwait; Vandana Hari, Founder & CEO of Vanda Insights; and Peter McGuire, CEO Australia of Trading.com, join moderator Brian Pieri, Founder of Energy Rogue, to discuss OPEC+ strategy, Gulf energy risks, Asia’s economic outlook, and oil’s 2H 2025 prospects. Do you agree or disagree: The oil market can now definitively rule out any possibility of Iran closing the Strait of Hormuz. VOTE here: https://x.com/gulf_intel/status/1937765136002949558 OR here: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7343531041313148930

Jun 24, 2025 • 36min
PODCAST: Daily Energy Markets- June 24th
As missiles fall and oil prices drop, analysts unpack the surprising calm in markets, the fragility of geopolitics, and what comes next. From OPEC+ dynamics to China's soft power and Iraq's energy crunch- this episode covers it all with a fiery debate.Featuring expert insights from:🔹Mehmet Öğütçü – Group CEO, Global Resources Partnership; Chairman, London Energy Club🔹Yasar Maleki – Gulf Analyst, Middle East Economic Survey🔹Asif Shuja – Director, GEOPOCONSULTDon’t forget to give your opinion on what will be the main driver of oil prices in H2 '25?https://x.com/gulf_intel/status/1937403133900300442OR here:https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7343169080217993219

Jun 23, 2025 • 30min
PODCAST: Daily Energy Markets- June 23rd
Is US intervention in Iran violating Trump’s own America First, isolationist policies and why isn’t the oil market moving?Join our expert panel as they unpack the geopolitical tension and market response:🔹Omar Najia (Derivatives Trader, BB Energy),🔹Robin Mills (CEO, Qamar Energy), and🔹Brian Pieri (Founder, Energy Rogue).What stage is Israel's War on Iran now at? Have your opinion heard and VOTE here:https://x.com/gulf_intel/status/1937041865649316069 OR here: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7342806750435143680

Jun 20, 2025 • 30min
PODCAST: Daily Energy Markets- June 20th
The Daily Energy Markets Podcast closes the week by examining the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict and its impact on global energy dynamics—including shipping, storage, and oil & gas prices.Hear expert insights from:• Charles Ellinas, CEO, Cyprus Natural Hydrocarbons Co. & Senior Fellow, Global Energy Center – Atlantic Council• Tony Quinn, Operating Partner, Prostar Capital & CEO, Tankbank International• Rustin Edwards, Head of Sales & Marketing, VKG GmbHHave we already seen the high for Brent when back in January oil hit approx $82? Yes, or no? VOTE here: https://x.com/gulf_intel/status/1935950666561728798 OR here: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7341716349376684053

Jun 19, 2025 • 36min
PODCAST: Daily Energy Markets- June 19th
Will the US interfere in the Iran-Israel conflict? What’s the worst-case scenario for the Gulf? Omar Al-Ubaydli, Director of Research at Bahrain Center for Strategic International & Energy Studies; Bora Bariman, Managing Partner of Hormuz Straits Partnership; and Victor Yang, Senior Analyst at JLC Network Technology, weighed in their views in today’s Daily Energy Markets Podcast. What impact would US strike on Iran have on oil prices? Share your views here:https://x.com/gulf_intel/status/1935594949799452732 OR here: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7340997947699965952:

Jun 18, 2025 • 33min
PODCAST: Daily Energy Markets- June 18th
Rachel Ziemba, a Jung Fellow at the Center for a New American Security, and Henning Gloystein, Head of Energy at Eurasia Group, dive into the escalating Israel-Iran conflict and its ripple effects on global energy markets. They discuss U.S. foreign policy decisions and potential military involvement, as well as how traders are adjusting to fluctuating oil prices. The conversation highlights the delicate interplay between geopolitical tensions, Asian nations' responses, and the broader implications for energy stability.

Jun 17, 2025 • 30min
PODCAST: Daily Energy Markets- June 17th
Clyde Russell, Asia Commodities & Energy Columnist at Thomson Reuters, and Anoop Singh, Global Head of Shipping Research at Oil Brokerage, dive deep into the disruptive effects of the Israel-Iran conflict on energy markets. They discuss the impact of GPS jamming in the Strait of Hormuz, raising concerns about maritime safety and oil supply stability. The conversation also highlights how freight and tanker market disruptions are occurring despite stable oil prices, revealing the complex dynamics of global shipping and trade in turbulent geopolitical waters.

Jun 16, 2025 • 33min
PODCAST: Daily Energy Markets- June 16th
Join Omar Najia, a savvy derivatives trader at BB Energy, Adi Imsirovic, director at Surrey Clean Energy, and Niamh McBurney from Control Risks as they dissect the ripple effects of the Israel-Iran war on global oil prices. They discuss the intriguing stability of oil prices despite rising tensions and the significance of the Strait of Hormuz. The experts dive into the implications of a recent 12% spike in Brent crude and explore the delicate balance required to navigate energy markets amidst ongoing conflicts.

Jun 13, 2025 • 48min
PODCAST: Daily Energy Markets- June 13th
Narendra Taneja, India's Leading Energy Expert, discusses the volatility of Brent crude oil prices after Israel's strike on Iran. Raad Alkadiri highlights the influence of geopolitical events on energy markets and the difference between fear-induced price hikes and actual supply conditions. Iman Nasseri examines the intricate US-Israel relationships and regional dynamics, while Marc Ostwald analyzes macroeconomic effects, including stock market reactions and inflation risks. The conversation dives deep into implications for energy security and the future of international relations amidst rising tensions.