Why does the price of gas go up and down?

If you’re anything like “Million Bazillion” listener, Elijah, you may have noticed gas prices change from one day to the next, sometimes by a few pennies, sometimes by a lot more. Why does that happpen? Ryan and Bridget’s search for answers turns into a much bigger adventure when a falling star and misplaced wish means Ryan’s car suddenly comes to life and takes them on a wild road trip. Together, they learn what the price we pay at the pump has to do with global forces and crude oil's long journey to becoming gas in our fuel tanks.

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