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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 Ep568: 9. SEG 9: Michael Bernstam explains how the...

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2026/03/12

9. SEG 9: Michael Bernstam explains how the American shale revolution mitigates global energy shocks. He warns central banks against fueling inflation and emphasizes that while global supply chains are vulnerable, US production provides a critical buffer. (9)1905 BUTTE MONTANA

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S8 Ep567: 8. Guest Kevin Frazier compares the...

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2026/03/11

8. Guest Kevin Frazier compares the current AI era to the early industrial railroad boom. He notes distinctions between AI models and praises states like Utah and Montana for fostering innovation through regulatory sandboxes. (8)FEBRUARY 1930

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10:51

S8 Ep567: 7. Guest Kevin Frazier addresses...

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2026/03/11

7. Guest Kevin Frazier addresses state-level AI regulation, warning against shortsighted laws that limit human agency. He advocates for transparencyand consumer choice over "regulatory capture" that mirrors historical over-litigation in other industries. (7)1968 ISAAC ASSIMOV,AUTHOR I, ROBOT

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S8 Ep567: 6. Guest Jack Burnham reports on the DOJ...

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2026/03/11

6. Guest Jack Burnham reports on the DOJ dropping charges against Chinese scientists for biological smuggling. He suggests this turnaround may be linked to upcoming trade negotiations or inherent difficulties in obtaining espionage convictions. (6)1903

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14:25

S8 Ep567: 5. Guest Jack Burnham describes China’s...

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2026/03/11

5. Guest Jack Burnham describes China’s lukewarm support for Iran and focus on energy security. He also highlights the CCP’s internal repression of ethnic minorities through forced labor and incentivized Han Chinese migration. (5)1909 BEHEADING ROBBERS

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8:50

S8 Ep567: 4. Guest Bill Roggio discusses a tragic US...

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2026/03/11

4. Guest Bill Roggio discusses a tragic US strike on an Iranian school. He argues that air power alone cannot win wars or overthrow regimes, citing lessons from the Taliban’s victory in Afghanistan. (4)1903 TRIAL OF PM MOSSADEQH AT THE DIRECTION OF MI6 AND CIA.

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10:49

S8 Ep567: 3. Guest Alan Tonelson evaluates wartime...

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2026/03/11

3. Guest Alan Tonelson evaluates wartime trade, highlighting China’s failure to stop fentanyl precursors. He discusses the impact of tariffs and potential global shortages of fertilizer and sulfur due to Middle East instability. (3)1793

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37:27

S8 Ep565: ### STREAM-TUESDAY-3-10.mp3(4) * 50-Word...

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2026/03/11

### STREAM-TUESDAY-3-10.mp3(4)* 50-Word Summary: John Batchelor assesses the "fog of war" in the Middle East, highlighting Iran's use of asymmetrical warfare. He then transitions to his personal bookshelf, reviewing several historical works that explore revolutionary figures, the Americanstruggle for independence, and the transformation of global empires throughout the 17th and 20th centuries. * Guests: None. * Author Names and Book Titles: * Josh Ireland: *The Death of Trotsky*. * Edward J

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S8 Ep565: ### STREAM-ROGGIO-SAYEH-TUESDAY-3-9.mp3 (2)...

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2026/03/11

### STREAM-ROGGIO-SAYEH-TUESDAY-3-9.mp3 (2)* 50-Word Summary: This recording covers the production and live broadcast of the John Batchelor Show during an escalating Middle East conflict. The hosts analyze surging oil prices and the Iranian regime's strategy of economic pressure. They debate the limitations of air power and the necessity of internal resistance for regime change. * Guests: * Bill Roggio: Senior fellow for the Foundation for the Defense of Democracies and editor of the *Long War

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S8 Ep564: SHOW SCHEDULE 3-10-2026 1953 MOSSADEQH...

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2026/03/11

SHOW SCHEDULE 3-10-20261953 MOSSADEQH TRIAL TEHRAN### 1. Elizabeth Peek: Global Oil Resilience and AI Elizabeth Peak analyzes the global oil market's resilience, highlighting high US production and predicting short-term price volatility. She also explains how AI is rapidly improving corporate productivity, which she believes will drive stock market gains.,, (1)### 2. Elizabeth Peek: California’s Economic Exodus Elizabeth Peak critiques Governor Gavin Newsom’s management of California, citing high

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S8 Ep563: ### 16. Bruce Bechtol: The Iranian...

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2026/03/11

### 16. Bruce Bechtol: The IranianMissile Arsenal Bruce Bechtol analyzes Iran’s arsenal of North Korean-engineered missiles, including modified Scuds and Nodongs. He explains the challenge of locating mobile underground launchers and notes that North Koreantechnicians likely remain on the ground in Tehran.,,, (16)`950 KIM IL SUNG

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S8 Ep563: ### 15. Bruce Bechtol: Iran-North Korea...

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2026/03/11

### 15. Bruce Bechtol: Iran-North Korea Missile Partnership Professor Bruce Bechtol details the strategic partnership between Iran and North Korea. He warns that North Korea has proliferated ICBM technology to Iran, providing them with systems capable of reaching the entire continental United States.,, (15)1950 US VERSUS NORTH KOREA

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7:06

S8 Ep563: ### 14. Bud Weinstein: The Necessity of...

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2026/03/10

### 14. Bud Weinstein: The Necessity of Coal and Petroleum Bud Weinstein stresses an "all of the above" energy strategy, noting that petroleum and coal remain vital for grid reliability during winter emergencies. He critiques the premature closing of coal plants as a driver of higher costs.,, (14)1957 TEHRAN

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S8 Ep563: ### 13. Bud Weinstein: AI Data Centers and...

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2026/03/10

### 13. Bud Weinstein: AI Data Centers and Electricity Bud Weinstein addresses the "half-truth" that AI data centers are causing electricity price hikes. He argues that grid congestion, lack of transmission investment, and regulatory issues—not AI—are the primary culprits for rising consumer bills., (13)1953 PROTESTS TEHRAN

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8:28

S8 Ep562: ### 12. Daniel Mahoney: Warnings of...

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2026/03/10

### 12. Daniel Mahoney: Warnings of Anti-Semitism Daniel Mahoney reflects on Norman Podhoretz’s warnings regarding rising anti-Semitism and cultural nihilism. He highlights Podhoretz’s defense of Israel and his plea for Jews to recognize the threats present within progressive and radical politics. (13)1953 DEMONSTRATION PRO MOSSADEQH

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S8 Ep562: ### 11. Daniel Mahoney: The Legacy of...

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2026/03/10

### 11. Daniel Mahoney: The Legacy of Norman Podhoretz Professor Daniel Mahoney honors the legacy of Norman Podhoretz, calling him a "man of letters" who defended high culture. He details Podhoretz's journey from liberalism to neoconservatism and his critique of the 1960s counterculture. (12)1953 IMPERIAL BANK

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S8 Ep562: ### 10. Joseph Sternberg: British Political...

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2026/03/10

### 10. Joseph Sternberg: BritishPolitical Realignment Joseph Sternberg analyzes the fragmentation of Britishpolitics, highlighting the rise of the Greens. He notes their socialist economic platform and foreign policy ideas designed to attract specific voter demographics in the northwest districts. (11)1951 TEHRAN

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S8 Ep562: ### 9. Joseph Sternberg: Britain’s Stagnant...

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2026/03/10

### 9. Joseph Sternberg: Britain’s Stagnant Economy Joseph Sternberg continues his critique of Keir Starmer’s leadership, noting the Prime Minister’s inability to unite his party. He explains how Britain's stagnant economyundermines its global standing and its ability to fund defense. (10)1950 TEHRAN

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S8 Ep562: ### 8. Max Meizlish: Hezbollah’s Illicit...

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2026/03/10

### 8. Max Meizlish: Hezbollah’s Illicit Finance Max Meizlish exposes Al-Qard al-Hassan, Hezbollah’s unregulated bank, as a tool for money laundering and gold smuggling. He urges the US Treasury to better resource investigators to track and dismantle these illicit financial networks. (9)1933 TEHRAN

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S8 Ep562: ### 7. Mariam Wahba: Egypt’s Economic...

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2026/03/10

### 7. Mariam Wahba: Egypt’s Economic Crisis Mariam Wahba analyzes Egypt’s domestic fuel hikes amid Middle East turmoil. She explains President Sisi’s challenge in managing multiple crises, including Muslim Brotherhood threats, military economic dominance, and the influx of refugees from Sudan. (8)1869 SUEZ CANAL INAUGURATION

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