God Save Texas

S01E02 God Save Texas: The Price of Oil

Houston, known as the energy capital of the world, is a city that shapes both its success and its challenges. Alex Stapleton delves into how the oil industry has influenced her family’s journey, tracing back to their arrival as enslaved individuals in the 1830s. They established vibrant communities, but now they face the harsh realities tied to the economic powerhouse that is Texas' oil industry.