This is one of my most favorite monthly meetings. An update from the global markets with Irina Slav, and internationally known author and podcast host. Follow Irina on her substack at https://irinaslav.substack.com/ (https://irinaslav.substack.com/)Today, we cover some real issues around the EU, and UK energy policies. We even cover some personal issues.Thank you Irina for your world leadership in the energy market. - StuHighlights of the Podcast00:00 - Intro02:08 - Stuart Turley mentions Irina's Substack article titled "The Carbon Massacre"02:22 - Irina explains her frustration behind writing "The Carbon Massacre" article03:22 - Discussion on the deindustrialization of the UK, Germany, and the EU due to bad economic decisions and energy policies04:06 - Irina elaborates on the relationship between lower emissions and higher GDP05:34 - Discussion shifts to Vladimir Putin and his perspective on sanctions06:39 - Stuart Turley compares Putin's attitude towards sanctions to a movie reference07:07 - Conversation on how sanctions impact consumers more than intended targets07:55 - Discussion on political situation in Bulgaria09:17 - Irina describes the puppet government and political situation in Bulgaria09:42 - Discussion on politicians and frustration with the political system11:40 - Conversation on unions, politicians, and their impact on jobs13:38 - Discussion on the Jones Act and its impact on US shipping14:51 - Brief conversation on unions in Bulgaria15:31 - Irina expresses her frustration with the education system and universities16:56 - Stuart Turley shares his thoughts on impacting more people through podcasting than being a college professor19:20 - Discussion on Irina's upcoming articles and plans for future topics22:53 - Conclusion and appreciation for the conversationCheck out the full podcast and transcript Here:Take the Survey at https://survey.energynewsbeat.com/ (https://survey.energynewsbeat.com/)https://energynewsbeat.co/ (https://energynewsbeat.co/)https://energynewsbeat.co/conversationwithstu/ (https://energynewsbeat.co/conversationwithstu/)