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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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6:29

80: Rare Earths, Global Conflicts, and Reimagining...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2025/11/12

Rare Earths, Global Conflicts, and Reimagining Democracy. Gregory Copley analyzes China's rare earth monopoly, noting it was achieved through low pricing and unsafe practices but is now eroding as global suppliers ramp up production. He reviews current global conflicts, viewing the deployment of the USS Gerald R. Ford battle group near Venezuela as a test of brinkmanship, and citing Kyiv's admission of losses in Ukraine. Copley also argues that democracy is "dead," advocating for a return to

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10:20

80: Conservative Politics and Extremism; The...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2025/11/12

Conservative Politics and Extremism; The Structural Problems of the BBC. Joseph Sternberg argues that mainstream conservatives must accommodate legitimate right-wing concerns (like immigration) to squeeze out extremists, referencing the German CDU/CSU's successful historical tactic against neo-Nazis. He analyzes the widespread BBC scandal, noting its huge cultural influence in the UK, where it is funded by a mandatory license fee. The deliberate editing of the US President's remarks and allegations

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13:16

80: Rare Earths, Global Conflicts, and Reimagining...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2025/11/12

Rare Earths, Global Conflicts, and Reimagining Democracy. Gregory Copley analyzes China's rare earth monopoly, noting it was achieved through low pricing and unsafe practices but is now eroding as global suppliers ramp up production. He reviews current global conflicts, viewing the deployment of the USS Gerald R. Ford battle group near Venezuela as a test of brinkmanship, and citing Kyiv's admission of losses in Ukraine. Copley also argues that democracy is "dead," advocating for a return to

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7:49

80: Rare Earths, Global Conflicts, and Reimagining...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2025/11/12

Rare Earths, Global Conflicts, and Reimagining Democracy. Gregory Copley analyzes China's rare earth monopoly, noting it was achieved through low pricing and unsafe practices but is now eroding as global suppliers ramp up production. He reviews current global conflicts, viewing the deployment of the USS Gerald R. Ford battle group near Venezuela as a test of brinkmanship, and citing Kyiv's admission of losses in Ukraine. Copley also argues that democracy is "dead," advocating for a return to

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10:06

80: Rare Earths, Global Conflicts, and Reimagining...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2025/11/12

Rare Earths, Global Conflicts, and Reimagining Democracy. Gregory Copley analyzes China's rare earth monopoly, noting it was achieved through low pricing and unsafe practices but is now eroding as global suppliers ramp up production. He reviews current global conflicts, viewing the deployment of the USS Gerald R. Ford battle group near Venezuela as a test of brinkmanship, and citing Kyiv's admission of losses in Ukraine. Copley also argues that democracy is "dead," advocating for a return to

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9:47

80: The Rise of the AfD and the Threat to German...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2025/11/12

The Rise of the AfD and the Threat to German Democracy. Judy Dempsey discusses the rise of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, noting it is infiltrating German culture, education, and town halls, predominantly in the East. She warns that the AfD poses a danger to German democracy and the rule of law. The future hinges on whether established parties can isolate the AfD or if the Constitutional Court will intervene to outlaw the party. Dempsey also notes that the BBC scandal involves

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9:58

80: The Rise of the AfD and the Threat to German...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2025/11/12

The Rise of the AfD and the Threat to German Democracy. Judy Dempsey discusses the rise of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, noting it is infiltrating German culture, education, and town halls, predominantly in the East. She warns that the AfD poses a danger to German democracy and the rule of law. The future hinges on whether established parties can isolate the AfD or if the Constitutional Court will intervene to outlaw the party. Dempsey also notes that the BBC scandal involves

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7:48

80: Staffing Challenges and Political Bias: The Gaza...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2025/11/12

Staffing Challenges and Political Bias: The Gaza Peace Plan and the BBC. Mary Kissel details the challenges facing the State Department and NSC in implementing the Trump administration's urgent Gaza Peace Plan, noting staffing issues are delaying coordination. The plan, featuring an apolitical "Board of Peace," seeks international legitimacy despite the UN's prejudice against Israel. Kissel expresses little surprise regarding the BBC scandal, viewing the deliberate distortion of the President's

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10:07

80: Staffing Challenges and Political Bias: The Gaza...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2025/11/12

Staffing Challenges and Political Bias: The Gaza Peace Plan and the BBC. Mary Kissel details the challenges facing the State Department and NSC in implementing the Trump administration's urgent Gaza Peace Plan, noting staffing issues are delaying coordination. The plan, featuring an apolitical "Board of Peace," seeks international legitimacy despite the UN's prejudice against Israel. Kissel expresses little surprise regarding the BBC scandal, viewing the deliberate distortion of the President's

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8:44

80: Middle East War Dynamics: Hamas Decimation, Peace...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2025/11/12

Middle East War Dynamics: Hamas Decimation, Peace Plans, and Hezbollah Rearmament. Jonathan Schanzer addresses the BBC's acknowledgment of breaching editorial guidelines over 1,500 times during the Gaza conflict. He confirms that Hamas has been decimated, operating as a spent, asymmetric urban force. Schanzer details the Trump administration's "Board of Peace" proposal for Gaza, stressing the need for a technocratic authority that excludes both Hamas and the Palestinian Authority. He also

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11:05

80: eMiddle East War Dynamics: Hamas Decimation,...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2025/11/12

Middle East War Dynamics: Hamas Decimation, Peace Plans, and Hezbollah Rearmament. Jonathan Schanzer addresses the BBC's acknowledgment of breaching editorial guidelines over 1,500 times during the Gaza conflict. He confirms that Hamas has been decimated, operating as a spent, asymmetric urban force. Schanzer details the Trump administration's "Board of Peace" proposal for Gaza, stressing the need for a technocratic authority that excludes both Hamas and the Palestinian Authority. He also

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5:01

80: Economic Slowdown Fears Amid AI Impact and the...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2025/11/12

Economic Slowdown Fears Amid AI Impact and the BBC Scandal. Liz Peek characterizes the US economy as slowing down, with hiring affected by government layoffs and the displacement of tech jobs due to AI adoption. While the consumer remains robust, significant anxiety exists regarding the massive investments in AI and resulting stock market valuations. Peek comments on the BBC scandal, viewing the resignations as acknowledgment that the state-run outlet deliberately spliced footage to portray the US

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12:54

80: Economic Slowdown Fears Amid AI Impact and the...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2025/11/12

Economic Slowdown Fears Amid AI Impact and the BBC Scandal. Liz Peek characterizes the US economy as slowing down, with hiring affected by government layoffs and the displacement of tech jobs due to AI adoption. While the consumer remains robust, significant anxiety exists regarding the massive investments in AI and resulting stock market valuations. Peek comments on the BBC scandal, viewing the resignations as acknowledgment that the state-run outlet deliberately spliced footage to portray the US

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2:43

79: PREVIEW. Marine Corps Strategy in the Western...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2025/11/11

PREVIEW. Marine Corps Strategy in the Western Pacific Against China. Colonel Grant Newsham, United States Marine Corps retired, discusses Marine Corps planning for deployment in East Asia if China attacks Taiwan. Current plans prioritize placing small missile units on Pacific islands to target Chinese ships. Newsham is unhappy, noting this focus reduces the Marines' versatility and ability to conduct other missions, such as humanitarian assistance or seizing key terrain. 1968 GUADALCANAL

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3:22

79: PREVIEW. BBC Scandal: News Distortion Before 2024...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2025/11/11

PREVIEW. BBC Scandal: News Distortion Before 2024 Presidential Election. Joseph Sternberg details the BBC scandal regarding distorted news reporting before the 2024 presidential election. The BBC spliced two Trump remarks 54 minutes apart in a Panorama program to make it seem he called for violence. Given the BBC's vast cultural reach and compulsory funding via the license fee, this ethical failure has triggered resignations. 1866 NORTHLEACH UK

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1:33

79: PREVIEW. Violence in Nigeria and US Involvement...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2025/11/11

PREVIEW. Violence in Nigeria and US Involvement Debate. Caleb Weiss discusses violence against Nigerian Christians by herders and jihadists. He argues the US should avoid communal conflicts. Although the US has helped fight Boko Haram and ISWAP with intelligence, Weiss doubts that air strikes will succeed, given Nigeria's failed efforts despite investing thousands of troops since 2009. 1949 NIGERIA Retry

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1:57

78: PREVIEW. AfD Rising. Judy Dempsey discusses the...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2025/11/11

PREVIEW. AfD Rising. Judy Dempsey discusses the AfD rising, a populist right German party strong in the East, which aims to undermine the EU and NATO. The AfD has close support from both the Trump and Putin administrations. Holding many Bundestag seats, the party anticipates winning forthcoming state and federal elections.

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1:33

78: PREVIEW. AI in the Marketplace. Elizabeth Peek...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2025/11/11

PREVIEW. AI in the Marketplace. Elizabeth Peek examines AI in the marketplace regarding the spectacular rise of stocks and related "bubble talk." While the core story is intact, valuation issues persist. AI dominates conversations about productivity and hiring. C-suite candidates must be conversant with AI to be considered for jobs. 1954

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1:20

78: PREVIEW. Hezbollah Rearming. Jonathan Schanzer...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2025/11/11

PREVIEW. Hezbollah Rearming. Jonathan Schanzer reports troubling news that Hezbollah is rearming in Lebanon quicker than anticipated. The Syrian border is porous, allowing Iran to successfully move weapons faster than Israelis were aware of. The Israelis are taking coordinated strikes in response to this intelligence. 1836 BEIRUT

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6:46

77: SHOW 11-10-2025 CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2025/11/11

SHOW 11-10-2025 CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR 1910 gaza THE SHOW BEGINS IN THE DOUBTS ABOUT THE GAZA "BOARD OF PEACE." FIRST HOUR 9-915 Analysis of the Trump Administration's "Take It or Leave It" Gaza Peace Plan. Bill Roggio and Ambassador Husain Haqqani discuss how the Trump administration proposed a "take it or leave it" Gaza victory plan, including a Board of Peace, international financing, and security. Ambassador Haqqani found the plan vague and a "fantasy," failing to

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