Leverage

LEVERAGE is the force that quietly shapes wars, markets, and everyday life. In this episode of Year of the Cow, we trace the chain reaction from the Strait of Hormuz to your grocery bill, retirement account, and mortgage rate. Why does Wall Street care more about oil tankers than political speeches? Why can one shipping lane influence inflation, interest rates, and global stability? This isn't another recap of the news—it's an exploration of the second- and third-order effects that most people never see. When you understand leverage, you stop reacting to headlines and start recognizing the forces that truly move the world.