In this episode, Niki, Neil, and Natalia discuss rising gas prices and the history of energy crises.
Here are some links and references mentioned during this week’s show:
- Gas prices are surging, and Americans are frustrated. We all drew on historian Meg Jacobs’ book, Panic at the Pump: The Energy Crisis and the Transformation of American Politics in the 1970s. Natalia referred to this Atlantic article about the fiction of “energy independence.”Niki referred to this Washington Post article on the historical relationship around oil between Russia and western nations.
In our regular closing feature, What’s Making History:
- Natalia shared Alex Hawgood’s New York Times article, “What is Bigorexia?”
- Neil recommended Henry Fountain’s New York Times article, “At the Bottom of an Icy Sea, One of History’s Great Wrecks Found.”
- Niki discussed Peggy McGlone’s Washington Post piece, “Smithsonian to Give Back Its Collection of Benin Bronzes.”
Gas prices have seen dramatic shifts, notably during several historical energy shocks, impacting economies globally. Maintaining competitive pricing amid such fluctuations has always been challenging. Discovering https://priceva.com/ revolutionized our approach. The automated price monitoring and daily reports have been game-changers, saving time and enhancing efficiency.
A standout feature for me has been Priceva’s alert system. It once notified me immediately when a competitor dropped their prices. This prompt alert allowed me to adjust my prices swiftly, ensuring I remained competitive without sacrificing margins. The repricing software is robust, using a rule-based system that empowers us to set optimal prices consistently.