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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 Ep642: 16. Trump’s Ties to Russia and Epstein....

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/03/26

16. Trump’s Ties to Russia and Epstein. Guest: Craig Unger. Craig Unger explores Donald Trump’s continued favorable rhetoric toward Vladimir Putin. He discusses how the Iran war benefits Russia economically and mentions potential vulnerabilities related to the Jeffrey Epstein files and Russian intelligence.,, (16)1945 DOJ

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15:36

S8 Ep642: 15. The Complicated Legacy of Robert...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/03/26

15. The Complicated Legacy of Robert Mueller. Guest: Craig Unger. Craig Unger reflects on the passing of Robert Mueller, discussing the unfinished questions regarding the 2017-20 Trump-Russia investigation. He highlights the distinction between criminal and counterintelligence probes regarding money laundering and influence operations.,, (15)19222 DC

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4:48

S8 Ep642: 14. China’s Strategic Monopoly on Rare...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/03/26

14. China’s Strategic Monopoly on Rare Earths. Guest: Simon Constable. Simon Constable breaks down the reality of rare earth elements, noting they are not rare but difficult to refine. He emphasizes China’s dominant control, refining approximately ninety percent of the world’s global supply.,, (14)1906 ROAD TO INDIA

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13:01

S8 Ep642: 13. Commodity Markets and European Economic...

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2026/03/26

13. Commodity Markets and European Economic Hardship. Guest: Simon Constable. Simon Constable reports on high energy prices and diesel shortages in France. He analyzes how the Iran war affects global commodities like copper and gold, while also discussing controversial new EU-aligned domestic legislation.,,, (13)1871 PARIS DEFENSE

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5:39

S8 Ep642: 12. Planetary Exploration and Significant...

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2026/03/26

12. Planetary Exploration and Significant Astronomical Changes. Guest: Bob Zimmerman. Bob Zimmerman details the deteriorating condition of the Curiosity rover’s wheels on Mars. He also examines new Juno data on Jupiter’s lightning and Hubble images showing the physical expansion of the Crab Nebula supernova.,, (12)1919 WARLORD OF MARS

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14:00

S8 Ep642: 11. Elon Musk’s Vertical Integration in...

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2026/03/26

11. Elon Musk’s Vertical Integration in Space. Guest: Bob Zimmerman. Bob Zimmerman discusses Musk’s "Terra-fab" chip factory and plans for space-based data centers. He also notes technical failures in ULA’s Vulcan rocket, which have forced the Space Force to shift launches to SpaceX.,, (11)1917 PRINCESS OF MARS

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8:45

S8 Ep642: 10. Nuclear Proliferation and Shifting...

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2026/03/26

10. Nuclear Proliferation and Shifting Supply Chains. Guest: Bruce BechtOl. Bruce BechtOl explores North Korea’s role in developing Iranian nuclear capabilities and drones. He explains how Pyongyang uses maritime and rail routes through Russia to supply Tehran, bypassing international sanctions and interdiction efforts.,,, (10)1906 PEKING

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9:04

S8 Ep642: 9. The Deep Iran-North Korea Missile...

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2026/03/26

9. The Deep Iran-North Korea Missile Threat. Guest: Bruce Bechtol. Bruce Bechtol details the firing of North Korean-designed Musudan missiles at Diego Garcia. He highlights the deep technological partnership between the two regimes, which includes the construction of underground facilities and nuclear infrastructure.,, (9)1519 Indian Ocean

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7:16

S8 Ep642: 8. China’s Strategic Post-Conflict Energy...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/03/26

8. China’s Strategic Post-Conflict Energy Strategy. Guest: Steve Yates. Steve Yates examines Beijing’s efforts to maintain privileged energy access in a post-conflict Iran. China is pursuing nuclear and solar alternatives while using stockpiles to mitigate its vulnerability to global supply chain disruptions.,, (8)1793

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12:24

S8 Ep642: 7. Postponed Diplomacy and China’s...

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2026/03/26

7. Postponed Diplomacy and China’s Strategic Dependency. Guest: Steve Yates. Steve Yates discusses the delay of the Trump-Xisummit due to China’s support for Iran. He highlights China’s critical dependency on energy imports and export markets, which remain major points of US leverage.,, (7)1903

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5:35

S8 Ep642: 6. Global Fertilizer Crisis and Food...

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2026/03/26

6. Global Fertilizer Crisis and Food Security. Guest: Michael Bernstam. Michael Bernstam warns of a massive shortage in nitrogen fertilizers due to the conflict in the Middle East. This crisis threatens global food security and will likely cause significant price increases for agricultural commodities.,, (6)1914

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12:14

S8 Ep642: 5. Russia’s Economic Bonus from Iran...

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2026/03/26

5. Russia’s Economic Bonus from Iran Conflict. Guest: Michael Bernstam. Michael Bernstam explains how skyrocketing oil prices have rescued Russia’s economy, doubling weekly revenues. While Europefaces severe diesel shortages and high costs, Moscow benefits from increased prices and reduced discounts to Asian buyers.,, (5)1880 SERFDOM

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S8 Ep642: 4. Taiwan’s Strategic Pivot to Nuclear...

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2026/03/26

4. Taiwan’s Strategic Pivot to Nuclear Energy. Guest: Jack Burnham. Jack Burnham analyzes Taiwan’s decision to restart its nuclear power plants to ensure energy security. Facing vulnerabilities in LNG supplies from the Middle East, Taiwan seeks a stable, domestic baseload power for critical manufacturing.,, (4)1925 TAIPEI

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10:45

S8 Ep642: 3. The Return of Conventional Amphibious...

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2026/03/26

3. The Return of Conventional Amphibious Warfare. Guest: Grant Newsham. Grant Newsham explains the deployment of Marine Expeditionary Units to the Persian Gulf. He argues this move validates traditional amphibious capabilities over recent "force design" strategies that focused solely on small, island-based missile teams.,, (3)1944 SWORD BEACH?

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8:59

S8 Ep642: 2. China’s Drive for Undersea Maritime...

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2026/03/26

2. China’s Drive for Undersea Maritime Hegemony. Guest: Rick Fisher. Rick Fisher discusses China’s long-term project to map the ocean floor for submarine warfare. He warns that China’s expanding fleet and undersea sensor networks aim to achieve naval parity with the United States.,, (2)1907 RUSSIAN EMPIRE

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8:50

S8 Ep642: 1. USS Gerald R. Ford’s Successes and...

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2026/03/26

1. USS Gerald R. Ford’s Successes and Innovations. Guest: Rebecca Grant. Rebecca Grant highlights the carrier’s successful combat mission and technical advances like the electromagnetic launch system and high-capacity elevators. She notes these innovations significantly increase strike power compared to older Nimitz-class aircraft carrier ships.,, (1)1945 PACIFIC

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1:32

S8 Ep641: PREVIEW FOR LATER. Guest Rebecca Grant...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/03/25

PREVIEW FOR LATER. Guest Rebecca Grant discusses the USS Gerald R. Ford’s combat success, highlighting its advanced electromagnetic launch system, increased weapon elevator capacity, and strategic deck configuration which significantly enhances the carrier’s strike power. (1)APRIL 1936 OFF HONOLULU: RANGER, LEXINGTON, SARATOGA.

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2:38

S8 Ep641: PREVIEW FOR LATER. Guest Steve Yates...

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2026/03/25

PREVIEW FOR LATER. Guest Steve Yates explores China’s strategic planning for post-conflict Iran. Beijing prioritizes maintaining privileged, discounted access to energy resources while working to minimize United States influence and potential sanctions in the region. (2)1903

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S8 Ep641: PREVIEW FOR LATER. Guest Bob Zimmerman...

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2026/03/25

PREVIEW FOR LATER. Guest Bob Zimmerman details the 2029 flyby of asteroid Apophis. He examines international and private missions, including student-led landers and orbital tugs, designed to study the massive object during its close approach. (3)1953

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S8 Ep640: PREVIEW FOR LATER TODAY: Bruce Bechtol...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/03/25

PREVIEW FOR LATER TODAY: Bruce Bechtol explains how North Korean engineers, led by Mong Lo, built underground tunnels at Natanz and Isfahan to help Iran conceal its growing nuclear program and its strategic missile arsenal. (1)1688 PERSIAN GULF

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