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The John Batchelor Show

The John Batchelor Show

The John Batchelor Show is a hard news-analysis radio program on current events, world history, global politics and natural sciences. Based in New York City for two decades, the show has travelled widely to report, from the Middle East to the South Caucasus to the Arabian Peninsula and East Asia.

news & politics history

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S8 Ep729: SCHEDULE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, FRIDAY...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/04/11

SCHEDULE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, FRIDAY 4-10-2026.1960 SANDS HOTEL1. Jeff Bliss: Jeff Bliss discusses the construction of a new In-N-Out store in Las Vegas. He reviews high theme park prices, marketing job cuts at Disney, financial concerns regarding the 2028 Olympics, and organized crime involvement in homelessness. (1)2. Jeff Bliss: Jeff Bliss reports on California’s First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom, focusing on her controversial documentaries and personal stories regarding incarceration

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4:15

S8 Ep728: 16. Professor Richard Epstein:...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/04/11

16. Professor Richard Epstein: Professor Richard Epstein discusses the 25th Amendment’s fourth section regarding presidential disability and succession. He outlines the complex cabinet deliberation process required to elevate a vice president and the potential political instability surrounding its use in a divided nation. (16)1960?

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15:24

S8 Ep728: 15. Richard Epstein: Professor Richard...

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2026/04/11

15. Richard Epstein: Professor Richard Epstein provides a historical legal analysis of birthright citizenship, tracing arguments from the 1790 Naturalization Act to the 14th Amendment. He examines the 1898 Supreme Court ruling on Chinese immigrants and its implications for modern citizenship debates. (15)1958 STARDUST LV

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8:55

S8 Ep728: 14. Lorenzo Fiori: Lorenzo Fiori recommends...

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2026/04/11

14. Lorenzo Fiori: Lorenzo Fiori recommends Padua for tourism, highlighting its historical frescoes and strategic location near Venice. He also discusses recent severe weather in southern Italy and Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s efforts to clarify Italy’s political positions regarding international trade. (14)1957 DESERT INN

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8:54

S8 Ep727: 13. Jim McTague: Jim McTague reports on the...

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2026/04/11

13. Jim McTague: Jim McTague reports on the economy in Lancaster County, noting steady business activity despite rising gasoline prices. He emphasizes the role of wealthy retirees in buffering retail spending and explains the tax implications of traditional IRAs versus Roth accounts. (13)1956 GOLDEN NUGGET

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5:02

S8 Ep727: 12. Professor Daniel Rood: Daniel Rood...

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2026/04/11

12. Professor Daniel Rood: Daniel Rood recounts the discovery of a graveyard for enslaved people at the University of Georgia’s Baldwin Hall site. He argues for fully embracing this history to escape the "shadow of the great house" and understand alternative modes of agricultural life. (12)1926 LOUISIANA

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14:37

S8 Ep727: 11. Professor Daniel Rood: Daniel Rood...

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2026/04/11

11. Professor Daniel Rood: Daniel Rood compares plantation systems in Cuba, Brazil, and California, identifying modern iterations in multinational ethanol production and agricultural exploitation. He details how California planters engineered labor systems to maintain power and profit margins after the Civil War. (11)1800 SUGAR CANE

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5:24

S8 Ep727: 10. Professor Daniel Rood: Daniel Rood...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/04/11

10. Professor Daniel Rood: Daniel Rood discusses General Sherman’s march through Georgia and the missed opportunity to dismantle the plantation system during Reconstruction. The segment covers Field Order 15, the impact of Lincoln’s assassination, and how planters regained land from enslaved families. (10)1877 PLANTATION REMAINS.

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12:25

S8 Ep727: 9. Professor Daniel Rood: Professor Daniel...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/04/11

9. Professor Daniel Rood: Professor Daniel Rood explores the evolution of the American plantation system, focusing on the transition from tobacco to cotton exports. He highlights the expertise and knowledge provided by enslaved people and the tragic economic scale of the internal human trafficking system. (9)1868 VIRGINIA

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7:12

S8 Ep727: 8. Bob Zimmerman: Bob Zimmerman critiques...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/04/11

8. Bob Zimmerman: Bob Zimmerman critiques the high costs and bureaucratic hurdles of Europe’s Ariane 6 rocket compared to reusable alternatives. He also provides updates on the Curiosity rover’s climb up Mount Sharp on Mars, discussing its fuel capacity and mechanical limitations. (8)1956 GOLDEN NUGGET LV

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12:27

S8 Ep727: 7. Bob Zimmerman: Bob Zimmerman reviews the...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/04/11

7. Bob Zimmerman: Bob Zimmerman reviews the burgeoning market for satellite internet constellations, comparing Amazon’s LEO project with SpaceX’s established Starlink. He also covers Chinese space ambitions, orbital repair startups like Astroscale and Starfish, and the push for capitalism in the final frontier. (7)1955 DESERT INN LV

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6:13

S8 Ep727: 6. Henry Sokolski: Henry Sokolski details...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/04/11

6. Henry Sokolski: Henry Sokolski details the critical reliance of nuclear power plants on external electricity for cooling. He warns about Iranianhackers targeting the US electrical grid and how Russian and Chinesetargeting information enhances the lethality of foreign drone and missile technologies. (6)1954 DESERT INN, LV

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11:36

S8 Ep727: 5. Henry Sokolski: Henry Sokolski...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/04/11

5. Henry Sokolski: Henry Sokolski highlights the urgent need for policies to defend domestic nuclear facilities against drone threats. He discusses the Department of Energy’s new guidance, the reality of war zones, and public education requirements regarding civilian infrastructure preparedness and potential evacuations. (5)1956 GOLDEN NUGGET

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8:25

S8 Ep727: 4. Gene Marks: Gene Marks examines...

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2026/04/11

4. Gene Marks: Gene Marks examines AIadvancements, specifically Anthropic’s ability to discover banking security vulnerabilities. He discusses the balance between AI risks and benefits for small businesses, the phenomenon of AIhallucinations, and how humans remain essential for effective customer service. (4)1960 SANDS, LAS VEGAS

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11:14

S8 Ep727: 3. Gene Marks: Gene Marks analyzes soaring...

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2026/04/11

3. Gene Marks: Gene Marks analyzes soaring inflation driven by volatile energy costs and suggests defensive strategies for small businesses. He addresses consumer sentiment versus actual spending and notes that hiring remains resilient despite economic challenges and the emergence of artificial intelligence. (3)1930-45 UNION STATION LAS VEGAS

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1:38

S8 Ep720: PREVIEW FOR LATER TODAY. GUEST. Professor...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/04/09

PREVIEW FOR LATER TODAY. GUEST. Professor John Yoo analyzes Supreme Courtoral arguments regarding birthright citizenship, tracing the history of English common law and the antebellum practicewhere individual states determined citizenship status for residents. (5)1876 SCOTUS

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1:31

S8 Ep719: PREVIEW FOR LATER TODAY. GUEST. Lance...

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2026/04/09

PREVIEW FOR LATER TODAY. GUEST. Lance Gatling details how Japan is managing the Strait of Hormuz crisis by providing direct petroleum subsidies and tapping into its massive national reserves to lower high gasoline prices today.1930 TOKYO

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1:00

S8 Ep719: PREVIEW FOR LATER TODAY. GUEST. Anatol...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/04/09

PREVIEW FOR LATER TODAY. GUEST. Anatol Leven examines the diverging yet united interests of Russia and China in the Gulf crisis, noting how Russia profits from high oil prices while both seek to prevent American regional dominance. (4)

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1:20

S8 Ep719: PREVIEW FOR LATER TODAY. GUEST. Professor...

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2026/04/09

PREVIEW FOR LATER TODAY. GUEST. Professor Evan Ellis explores China’s maritime harassment against Panama to discourage nations from opposing Chineseinterests, illustrating Beijing's strategy of demonstrating its ability to impose significant and lasting economic pain today. 1866 Panama

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1:55

S8 Ep719: REVIEW FOR LATER TODAY. GUEST. Professor...

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2026/04/09

PREVIEW FOR LATER TODAY. GUEST. Professor Haym Benoy discusses the daunting physical and psychological challenges of establishing a lunar outpost, highlighting microgravity’s effect on bone mass and the extreme stress of living in confined quarters. (1)May 1953

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