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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.

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S8 Ep687: PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUESTS: John Batchelor...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/04/03

PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUESTS: John Batchelor and Gene Marks. SUMMARY: Gene Marks discusses restored Small Business Administration grants for STEM startups. These programs, providing up to $100,000, are designed to fund small technology firms working on innovative research and nascent science-based technologies. (5)1940

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2:00

S8 Ep686: PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUESTS: John Batchelor...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/04/03

PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUESTS: John Batchelor and Jeff Bliss. SUMMARY: John Batchelor and Jeff Bliss discuss the failed attempt to film a *Baywatch* revival in Venice Beach. Production moved due to high taxes, excessive regulations, and safety concerns regarding local crime and homelessness. (1)1903 SANTA BARBARA

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2:19

S8 Ep686: PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUESTS: John Batchelor...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/04/03

PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUESTS: John Batchelor and Professor Fitzhugh Brundage. SUMMARY: John Batchelor and Professor Fitzhugh Brundage examine 16 rare photographs of the Andersonville Civil War prison camp. Taken by Andrew Riddle, these images became iconic through later etchings published in newspapers and journals. (2)1865 CONFEDERATE SOLDIERS HEADED HOME, FARMWILLE, PA.

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1:41

S8 Ep686: PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUESTS: John Batchelor...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/04/03

PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUESTS: John Batchelor and Bob Zimmerman. SUMMARY: John Batchelor and Bob Zimmerman criticize the Artemis 2 mission design as inefficient and lacking a clear plan. They compare it unfavorably to the Apollo program, noting the SLS rocket and Orion capsule. (5)1950

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0:56

S8 Ep685: PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUESTS: John Batchelor...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/04/03

PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUESTS: John Batchelor and Professor Richard Epstein. SUMMARY: John Batchelor and Richard Epstein discuss Supreme Court oral arguments regarding birthright citizenship. Epstein predicts the court will uphold statutes for illegal aliens' children but may strike down birthright tourism due to potential abuses. (1)1922 SCOTUS

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1:28

S8 Ep685: PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUESTS: John Batchelor...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/04/03

PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUESTS: John Batchelor and Henry Sokolski. SUMMARY: John Batchelor and Henry Sokolski analyze how modern warfare in Ukraine, characterized by inexpensive drones and robotic systems, was largely unanticipated. They highlight the significant impact of unmanned systems on demographic leveling during conflict. (2)1960

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6:19

S8 Ep684: 1. Anatol Lieven analyzes President Trump’s...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/04/03

JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW SCHEDULE 4-2-202618611. Anatol Lieven analyzes President Trump’s response to the Iran conflict and rising energy prices. He discusses NATO's internal divisions as European allies prioritize local economic interests and geographic proximity over American strategy.,, (1)2. Anatol Lieven examines Ukraine’s new business model exporting drone expertise to the Gulf. He notes Russia’s intelligence support for Iran and China’s cautious stance regarding potential for wider escalation in

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5:34

S8 Ep683: 16. Kevin Frazier and Thaddeus...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/04/03

16. Kevin Frazier and Thaddeus McCotterexplore the relational aspects of AI and its influence on youth. They contrast AIsubscription models with social media’s engagement-driven algorithms, emphasizing the need for AI literacy.,, (16)1955

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14:05

S8 Ep683: 15. Kevin Frazier and Thaddeus McCotter...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/04/03

15. Kevin Frazier and Thaddeus McCotter advocate for embracing artificial intelligence as a governance tool. They discuss state-level regulatory hurdles, the rise of a "portfolio economy," and the necessity of educating families on responsible use.,, (15)1936

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4:56

S8 Ep683: 14. Jim McTague and Simon Constable analyze...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/04/03

14. Jim McTague and Simon Constable analyze UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s response to the Middle East crisis. They discuss Britain’s limited military capacity and inflammatory newspaper claims regarding drone warfare and minesweeping capabilities.,, (14)1841 CLAUDE MONET

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12:53

S8 Ep683: 13. Jim McTague and Simon Constable report...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/04/03

13. Jim McTague and Simon Constable report on rising global commodity prices, including Brent crude and diesel. They discuss the impact of the Iran conflict on fertilizer supplies and the resulting economic strain.,,, (13)1540 Paris

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7:22

S8 Ep683: 12. Fitzhugh Brundage analyzes the Lieber...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/04/03

12. Fitzhugh Brundage analyzes the Lieber Code, which codified the humane treatment of prisoners of war. He discusses the "military necessity" loophole and the Confederacy’s rejection of these Union-led regulations as illegitimate.,, (12)1863 Gettysburg

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12:18

S8 Ep683: 11. Fitzhugh Brundage examines Civil War...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/04/03

11. Fitzhugh Brundage examines Civil War prison administrators John Winder and William Hoffman. He details the harsh conditions at Libby Prison and Hoffman’s focus on extreme cost-saving measures at the expense of prisoner welfare.,, (11)1865 Grant and staff

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6:19

S8 Ep683: 10. Fitzhugh Brundage explains the Dix-Hill...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/04/03

10. Fitzhugh Brundage explains the Dix-Hill cartel and the historical evolution of prisoner exchanges. He describes the system of parole and the specific calculus used to swap soldiers of varying ranks to ensure fairness.,, (10)1863 Gettysburg

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11:30

S8 Ep683: 9. Fitzhugh Brundage recounts the capture...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/04/03

9. Fitzhugh Brundage recounts the capture of black Union sailors and the subsequent halt of Civil War prisoner exchanges. He explains how the Emancipation Proclamation transformed the war’s legal status and the humanitarian treatment.,, (9)1862 Cedar Mountain

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7:12

S8 Ep682: 8. Evan Ellis previews Peru’s upcoming...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/04/02

8. Evan Ellis previews Peru’s upcoming presidential election and a closely contested race in Brazil. He discusses how corruption scandals are impacting Lula da Silva’s popularity against Flavio Bolsonaro, representing their fathers' legacies. (8)1697

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12:27

S8 Ep682: 7. Evan Ellis evaluates a Russian oil...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/04/02

7. Evan Ellis evaluates a Russian oil delivery to Cuba and potential backroom negotiations with the Trumpadministration. He also analyzes the normalization of Venezuela’s Delcy Rodriguez amid efforts toward political transition. (7)1920 CUBA

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5:07

S8 Ep682: 6. Evan Ellis discusses Brazilian President...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/04/02

6. Evan Ellis discusses Brazilian President Lula’s push for former Chilean President Michelle Bachelet to lead the UN. He contrasts Chile’s ideological shifts between social-focused leftism and pro-market right-wing policies. (6)1900 CHILE ECUADOR BOLIVIA

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12:43

S8 Ep682: 5. Professor Evan Ellis details the...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/04/02

5. Professor Evan Ellis details the inauguration of Chile’s conservative President Jose Antonio Kast. He examines Kast’s challenges with organized crime, immigration, and maintaining US relations while managing deep economic dependence on China. (5)1905 CHILE CAVALRY

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9:10

S8 Ep682: 4. Josh Rogin analyzes Europe’s lagging...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/04/02

4. Josh Rogin analyzes Europe’s lagging defense spending and Ukraine’s burgeoning drone industry. He discusses American drone development challenges, restrictive ITAR regulations, and the competitive race with China over manufacturing-focused AI technologies. (4)April 1931

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