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Over a Barrel
by GasBuddy
GasBuddy’s ”Over a Barrel” podcast will keep you in the loop on fuel price trends from top to bottom. From hurricanes, to pipeline outages and everything in between, we’ll share knowledge and expertise from the leading experts. GasBuddy covers 150,000 gas stations in North America, giving drivers 27 ways to save on fuel. You’ll know before anyone else when fuel prices are about to spike or plunge.
Episodes
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Crude's Wild Ride, What's Next for Prices at the Pump & An Important Over a Barrel Announcement
Join us for a packed episode as we dissect the recent roller coaster of crude oil prices and what these dramatic swings mean for your wallet. Matt and Patrick break down the market forces driving this volatility and provide a forecast for where prices are heading next. Plus, don't miss our…
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The Hidden Cost of Cheap Gas: When Low Prices Signal Economic Turmoil
In this episode, Matt and Patrick explore the concerning economic indicators hiding behind those tempting numbers at your local gas station, recent developments in tariffs and oil prices, and what might be coming next for fuel prices.
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Rising Gas Prices, West Coast Refinery Snags and Tariff Storm Ahead?
Drivers feeling a pinch at the pump this week may face even more pressure on their wallets soon. In this episode, Matt and Patrick explore why gas prices are climbing nationwide and how incoming tariffs could impact fuel costs.
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Gas Prices Rise At Last: Could The Increase Be Good News?
After a sluggish start, gas prices are finally beginning their annual spring climb – but this year's delayed surge might actually be good news for the economy. Join Matt and Patrick as they break down why the slower-than-usual price increase is happening and what it means for your summer travel...
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Seasonal Spike Delayed? What's Holding Back Gas Prices This Spring
In this episode of the Over a Barrel podcast, Matt & Patrick discuss the typical spring rise in gas prices and why this year hasn't followed the usual trend. They explore the factors behind this delay and speculate whether U.S. drivers can expect prices to increase in the coming weeks.
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Volatile Markets, Volatile Prices: How Wall Street's Tumble Could Affect Gas Prices
As financial markets reel from their recent downturn, America's drivers are left wondering what this means for prices at the pump. Join the Over a Barrel crew as they decode the complex relationship between the recent turmoil on Wall Street and gas prices, offering insights on whether drivers'...
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President Trump Talks Tariffs: Will the tariffs for Canada, Mexico, China, and beyond take effect?
In this episode of Over a Barrel, Matt and Patrick dive into the latest news on tariffs—tune in for our expert insight!
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Diving into the Potential Impact of Today's Economic Uncertainty on Fuel Markets
How will recent economic uncertainty affect crude oil and gasoline prices in the days ahead? In this episode of Over a Barrel, Matt and Patrick discuss the current events driving today's fuel prices, as well as potential impacts of tariffs on Canada and Mexico after a 30-day delay.
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Gas Prices Skyrocket; What's Behind the Rise at the Pump?
In this episode, we dive into the recent surge in gas prices across the United States, with a special focus on the West Coast where drivers are feeling the most pain at the pump. Our experts break down the factors behind this price spike, including refinery snags, the switch to summer-blend...
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The Real Story Behind Rising Gas Prices, Despite Tariff Pause
In this episode, Matt and Patrick dive into the complex factors driving recent gas price increases beyond recent proposed tariffs. We break down the real culprits behind the incoming pain at the pump, from refinery issues to seasonal demand shifts, revealing why paused tariffs haven't brought the...
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Spring Forward: Breaking Down the Seasonal Rise in Gas Prices
In this episode, Patrick and Matt dive into the familiar seasonal dance of rising gas prices as winter gives way to spring. We break down why this annual trend happens, from refinery maintenance to the switch to summer-blend gasoline, and what drivers across the country can expect in the coming...
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President Trump Takes Office: What the New Administration Means for Oil and Gas
In this episode of Over a Barrel, Patrick and Matt dive into how the Trump administration and new policies may affect oil and gas prices in the weeks ahead.
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Oil Spikes to Highest Level Since July; What Does This Mean for Gas Prices?
Oil prices have surged to their highest levels since last July, raising concerns for consumers at the pump. Join Over a Barrel experts as they break down the complex factors driving this spike, from geopolitical tensions to shifting supply dynamics, and learn what a spike in oil prices could mean...
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New Year, New Fuel Prices? How Personalized Pricing is Changing the way you Buy Gas
Happy New Year! In the first episode of 2025, hosts Matt and Patrick explore how personalized gas prices are changing the game for consumers in 2025 and share their top strategies for saving more at the pump. They break down everything from optimal fill-up times to rewards program hacks that can...
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Fueling 2025: What’s Ahead for Gas and Diesel Prices
In this episode of Over a Barrel, we dive into the 2025 Ful Outlook, exploring what drivers and retailers can expect for gas and diesel prices in the year ahead. Patrick and Matt break down key trends, market factors, and potential surprises down the road. Tune in for insights on how to prepare…
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2024 Fuel Prices: Boom or Bust?
Over a Barrel hosts Patrick and Matt take you through the most impactful moments that shaped gas prices in 2024, breaking down the market forces and global events that kept drivers guessing all year long. Stick around as they share their expert predictions on what drivers should watch for at the...
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Fueling the Truth: Gasoline Demand During the Holidays
The holidays are here! Millions of Americans are gearing up for holiday road trips, shopping excursions, and family visits. Tune in as our hosts, Patrick and Matt, unpack the myths surrounding gasoline demand and prices during the holiday season.
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Will OPEC's Recent Agreement Cause Oil to Surge?
In the latest episode of Over a Barrel, hosts Patrick and Matt dissect the recent OPEC+ agreement to extend crude oil output cuts, and its potential impact on global oil and gas prices.
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It's Been a Busy Week in Fuel: Thanksgiving, Proposed Tariffs, and US Oil Production
This week, Patrick and Matt discuss the economic factors driving gas prices during one of the busiest travel weeks of the year, and dive into the recent developments around President Trump's proposed tariffs and how they could impact domestic and international energy markets.
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Thanksgiving Gas Prices, Travel Trends, and What Drivers Road Tripping for the Holiday Need to Know
As millions of Americans prepare to hit the road for Thanksgiving, our latest episode dives deep into the gas price landscape that could make or break your holiday travel budget. We'll break down the nationwide fuel trends, analyze regional cost variations, and provide savvy tips for drivers...
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Breaking Down Trump's Energy Agenda: Can the President-elect Deliver on His Promises?
As the dust settles after the 2024 presidential election, the Over a Barrel team breaks down how the new political landscape will affect fuel prices in the short and long term. From immediate price fluctuations to future policy shifts, we explore the factors that will shape the cost at the pump…
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PRE-ELECTION SPECIAL: What Tuesday's Vote Could Mean for Gas Prices
The US presidential election is just around the corner - how will it impact gas and oil prices? This week, hosts Matt and Patrick discuss what history tells us about how presidential elections can impact fuel prices across America's gas stations, what key energy policies are at stake in next…
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Staying Power: Why OPEC is Still Calling the Shots in 2024
In this week's episode, Matt and Patrick discuss the staying power of The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), and what that means for today's oil and gas prices.
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SPECIAL GUEST: Why Florida is Out of Gas, and Why Port Tampa is Critical to Florida
Matt and Patrick are joined by a special guest- the spokesperson from Port Tampa! We'll help explain why infrastructure like Port Tampa is so critical, and when Florida will be refueled, plus Patrick throws in some comparisons on why even one ocean tanker is such a big deal for gas stations…
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Middle East Tensions Skyrocket Oil Prices, and Hurricane Milton Leads to Fuel Outages in Florida
In this week's update, Matt talks to Patrick live from Las Vegas, where the National Association of Convenience Stores has their annual show, talking about skyrocketing oil prices and the impact you can expect on gas prices soon. PLUS- Hurricane Milton barrels towards Florida as an extremely...
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Hurricane Helene Coverage, Plus- Gas Prices Jump for 2nd Straight Week, When Will It End?
Well, #gasprices did this in some places but NOT everywhere- find out what on earth is going on and how long it'll last, plus will Hurricane Helene make an impact on prices? We talk about that and our availability tracker- tune in for your weekly update now! #oilandgas #biden #trump #harris…
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Gas Prices Hit a Snag and Surge in Some Areas, $2.99 When??
What the world is going on at pumps? Some states see prices drop below $3, some see big spikes, and good news for the West Coast- find out why gas prices are so wacky and what we expect to happen next in this week's episode of Over a Barrel, join Matt and Patrick for this week's update!
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Lions and Tigers and $2.99 Gas, Oh My!
It's happening- tens of thousands of gas stations are lowering prices under $3 per gallon, Matt and Patrick give you the rundown of where, and the one place you don't want to be right now with gas prices going up! Also, the latest on hurricane season and the election debate- what's the future of...
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$2.99 Gas Popping Up in Lots of Places, But Did OPEC Just Ruin It?
Thousands of stations are selling gas for less than three bucks a gallon, but will OPEC's sudden move mean that it's the end of the decline in gas prices? Matt and Patrick cover it, and some tropical activity in the Atlantic- tune in to know what's coming in the week ahead!
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Gas Prices & Labor Day Travel, Will $2.99 Make a Fall Comeback?
It's the summer's last hurrah and Patrick and Matt are here to share it with you as you travel over this Labor Day weekend. Tune in for some good news on gas prices, diesel and find out BREAKING NEWS about OPEC+'s latest move and how low gas prices could go! All in this week's episode- as always,...
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Special Edition: LIVE from DC, We Talk Politics and How The Election Could Bring Massive Changes to Energy
Matt and Patrick are LIVE from Washington, D.C. in this week's second episode, from the PDI Connections Live conference. We're in front of a live audience and talk about how the coming election could impact energy and how Trump and Harris' positions could lead to different outcomes for oil, gas...
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Special Edition: LIVE from DC, We Talk Fall Gas Prices and Take Your Questions!
Matt and Patrick are LIVE from Washington, D.C. in this week's first episode, from the PDI Connections Live conference. We're in front of a live audience and talk about gas prices, Matt's road trip to DC, octane, and ethanol-free gasoline as well as alternative fuels.
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Why Are Gas Prices Doing This Ahead of Labor Day?
What's up at the pump may surprise you, especially as Labor Day is inching closer. Matt and Patrick, Over a Barrel co-hosts, run down the latest trends at your local gas pump, and find out how long it's been since the last time we saw diesel prices THIS LOW- we cover that and much more in this...
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Gas Prices Fall, But How Long Will It Last With Tensions Rising in the Middle East and Russia?
In this week's episode, your co-hosts Matt and Patrick talk about how gas prices are giving up steam in most states heading into the closing innings of the summer, but will it last with big geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and in Russia as Ukraine invades? We cover it all and the some…
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Hurricane Debbie, Mideast Violence, Your Weekly Gas Price Update is Here!
In our weekly update, Matt and Patrick cover all the latest, including Hurricane Debbie and potential impacts on gas prices from violence and potential Iran attacks in the Middle East, and will the Great Lakes finally see gas prices drop as refineries get back online? We cover ALL of your...
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Breaking News: EPA Issues Gasoline Waiver, Expert Weighs in On All Things Gasoline and Diesel
Just in time for today's episode, the EPA has issued an emergency fuel waiver for gasoline- find out the where and why! PLUS- we're joined by George Hoekstra- a chemical engineer- answer a lot of questions about summer vs winter gasoline, why premium gas is so pricey, why diesel is more than gas...
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What's Going on at Gas Pumps Right Now May Shock You!
In this week's episode, Matt and Patrick catch you up on all the latest- PLUS a few travel hacks as you hit the road this July! In addition, you may be shocked to find that almost everyone is seeing THIS happen at the gas pump (sorry, Great Lakes!) Join us for all the latest, plus travel hacks…
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Refinery Flaring 101: All About Flaring
In this week's episode of Over a Barrel, learn all about what refinery flaring is, why it's important and what it can mean for gas prices, why it happens, and much more. Plus, your weekly update covers what's up at the pump, plus how the election could shape the future of oil prices! Be sure to...
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Hurricanes, Elections and Oil Prices, Oh My!
After a mid-summer break, Matt and Patrick are back at it- jumping into current trends, but also breaking down the latest after Hurricane Beryl, wading into the conversation on the election and how it could alter gasoline prices (and more), and current oil market dynamics! Catch up with this…
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What in the World is Going on With Gasoline Demand?
Matt and Patrick go over the oddity that's happening to gasoline demand and how its influencing your gas prices this summer. Is it a sign of what's to come, or is it happening because consumers are shifting? Find out all the details in this week's episode!
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Are You Getting Gouged on Premium Gasoline? Plus- July 4 Gas Price Trends- You May Not Like The Latest
Matt and Patrick today cover the growing gap between the price of regular gasoline and premium- are you getting GOUGED? Premium prices have SOARED! Plus- July 4 is coming- is a spike in gas prices on the way? Find out in this week's update!
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The World AWASH in Crude Oil by 2030? Cheap Gas? We Answer!
Maybe you heard, but if not, the IEA this week released a report that says the world will be swimming in crude oil by 2030, which many are asking on the impact to gas prices- will we again see CHEAP gas? We also give you a quick update on gas prices!
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Are Gas Prices About to Go Insane? We Myth Bust a Popular YouTuber!
There's a laundry list of myths about gas prices, but a well-followed YouTube account is myth busting, or are they? We fact check the myth buster and give you the full details of reality in this week's video- we always will give the truth, so find out if it's really "greedy oil companies" or what!
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What's Up At Your Pump (Our Weekly Update) Plus Hurricane Season: Oh My!
In this week's episode of Over a Barrel, Patrick shares the good news with Matt about what's happening at a pump near you, plus what's going to happen as we get closer to July 4! But wait, is there bad news coming, find out why hurricane season (and refineries) can have an impact on your gas…
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All You Need to Know About Summer Gas Prices and Biden Releasing Gasoline from Reserve
The kickoff to the summer driving season IS HERE. The Memorial Day weekend has begun, we cover everything you can expect at the pump this summer, including gas prices this weekend. You'll want to tune in to hear what we expect your gas prices to do as summer kicks off, PLUS Biden releasing…
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What's Up at the Pump As We Approach Memorial Day
With the start to summer just a little over a week away, what's up at the pump, and what's coming for next week? Should you wait to fill up, or run out now? Plus- California and Arizona are seeing huge price swings from a year ago, listen to Matt and Patrick talk why. Join us as we keep you...
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Gas Prices Are Doing Something That Shocks Americans Ahead of Summer's Start
In our first episode (with video!), Matt and Patrick share news that most Americans seem shocked about- gas prices are doing something few expected, but GasBuddy predicted. Join us for the low down on what's happening at pumps near you, and find out what region is going to see bigger gas price...
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Is The Surge in Gas Prices Finally Over? We Have The Answer!
This, ladies and gentlemen, may be just the news you needed to hear- or wait, is the coast fully clear? Matt and Patrick dive in to rumors swirling that gas prices may have peaked for the year. Is it true? Well, like everything in life, there are some necessary details- hear all about it by…
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Light at the End of the Tunnel? What's Up With Gas Prices Now?
You'll want to tune in for this report- after the wake from Israel's attack on Iran, what's coming down the pipeline to your local gas prices- will we get to $4 this summer, and what'll happen with a busy hurricane season forecast? That and user questions- will everyone be required to switch to…
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Gas Prices Reach Highest Level of 2024: When is Relief Coming?
Yikes- the national average price of gasoline is now at its highest level of the 2024, thanks to big price jumps- find out where the jumps are happening, and why Patrick is getting a tiny bit more optimistic. Also, updates on the Iran/Israel standoff and how it's impacting oil, and find out how...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
GasBuddy’s ”Over a Barrel” podcast will keep you in the loop on fuel price trends from top to bottom. From hurricanes, to pipeline outages and everything in between, we’ll share knowledge and expertise from the leading experts. GasBuddy covers 150,000 gas stations in North America, giving drivers 27 ways to save on fuel. You’ll know before anyone else when fuel prices are about to spike or plunge.
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GasBuddy’s ”Over a Barrel” podcast will keep you in the loop on fuel price trends from top to bottom. From hurricanes, to pipeline outages and everything in between, we’ll share knowledge and expertise from the leading experts. GasBuddy covers 150,000 gas stations in North America, giving drivers...
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