How has the fracking boom impacted Appalachia? In this eye-opening episode of the Exposure Podcast, we speak with Sean O’Leary, a leading researcher and expert on economic development in the Ohio River Valley. Sean breaks down the hard data that challenges the narrative that oil and gas are economic saviors for the region. From job losses to population declines in the top 22 gas-producing counties, we uncover the untold story of economic realities, environmental exploitation, and how communities can rebuild for a sustainable future. 📌 Key Topics Discussed: Why the top 22 gas-producing counties in Appalachia are losing jobs and people. How the natural gas industry profits while communities bear the costs. The structural flaws in fracking as an economic engine. Sustainable solutions for Appalachia: A pivot to clean energy and infrastructure investment. 💡 Take Action: Help us amplify the truth. Share this episode, subscribe to our channel, and join the movement for a cleaner, more sustainable future. 🔗 Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Frackalachia Report - https://ohiorivervalleyinstitute.org/frack... Bureau of Labor Statistics Data on Appalachian Counties - https://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2022/appalach... 📧 Stay Connected: Visit us at https://www.ohiovalleyallies.org/ to learn more about our work and how you can get involved. 🔔 Subscribe for More Content Like This! #Fracking #CleanEnergy #Appalachia #ExposurePodcast