I have just started watching a DVD/Slideshow called Crash Course.
It's literally a crash-course on economics, government policy, energy, and more.
It is MIND-BLOWING!
It covers a lot about the "housing bubble" and all the other wacky things that are going on RIGHT NOW!
You can see it at:
Chris Martenson.com
It's about three-hours all together, but it's divided into little 3 minute or so chapters, so it's real easy to watch, stop, and pick up again later.
PS: Skip to chapter 17 if you are interested in Peak Oil.