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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 Ep562: ### 6. Joseph Sternberg: Rise of...

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2026/03/10

### 6. Joseph Sternberg: Rise of Alternative Parties Joseph Sternberg explores the emergence of the Green Party as a socialist alternative in Britain. He explains how the electoral system makes it difficult for small parties to gain traction despite significant bi-election successes. (7)1924 TEHRAN

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S8 Ep562: ### 5. Joseph Sternberg: Keir Starmer’s...

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2026/03/10

### 5. Joseph Sternberg: Keir Starmer’s Leadership Joseph Sternberg describes Prime Minister Keir Starmer as a "reluctant warrior" struggling with military readiness. He critiques Starmer's lawyer-like indecision and failure to implement a credible economic growth plan to fund promised defense spending. (6)1923 TEHRAN

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S8 Ep562: ### 4. Judy Dempsey: German Political...

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2026/03/10

### 4. Judy Dempsey: German Political Shifts Judy Dempsey examines German politics, noting the surprising resilience of the Greens and the continued rise of the far-right AfD party. She warns that upcoming elections in Eastern Germany will further test national political stability. (5)1910 TEHRAN

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S8 Ep562: ### 3. Judy Dempsey: European Divisions and...

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2026/03/10

### 3. Judy Dempsey: EuropeanDivisions and Energy Judy Dempseydiscusses European divisions over the Iran conflict and rising energy costs. She critiques the Trump administration's "war of choice" and explains how global oil prices immediately impact households and increase regional inflation. (4)1910 BANK OF PERSIA TEHRAN

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S8 Ep562: ### 2. Elizabeth Peak: Critique of Gavin...

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2026/03/10

### 2. Elizabeth Peak: Critique of Gavin Newsom Elizabeth Peak critiques Gavin Newsom’s potential presidency, citing California’s high taxes and the exodus of businesses. She argues Newsom has managed the state poorly, leading to extreme unaffordability and burdensome regulations that hinder growth. (3)1907 TEHRAN

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S8 Ep562: ### 1. Elizabeth Peak: Global Oil Market...

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2026/03/10

### 1. Elizabeth Peak: Global Oil Market Resilience Elizabeth Peak discusses the global oil market's resilience despite the Strait of Hormuz blockage. She emphasizes high US production and predicts that market volatility is short-term because global supply remains sufficient to meet demand. (2)1907 TEHRAN

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S8 Ep561: PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUEST: Peter Berkowitz....

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2026/03/10

PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUEST: Peter Berkowitz. Berkowitz uses a neighbor parable to argue that 46 years of empty American threats have emboldened Iran. He advocates for the U.S. and Israel to finally remove this long-standing threat. (1)1953

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S8 Ep561: PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUEST: Liz Peek. Peek...

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2026/03/10

PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUEST: Liz Peek. Peek discusses rapid corporate AIadoption, emphasizing that it focuses on enhancing productivity and profitability rather than job loss. This technological shift is driving significant gains across almost every industry. (3)1959

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S8 Ep560: PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUEST: Mariam Wahba....

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2026/03/10

PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUEST: Mariam Wahba. Wahba explains how the Muslim Brotherhood uses media operations to exploit Egypt's economic instability. By capitalizing on inflation and debt, they aim to destabilize President Al-Sisi’s regime. (3)

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S8 Ep560: PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUEST: Joseph Sternberg....

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2026/03/10

PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUEST: Joseph Sternberg. Sternberg criticizes the UK's budget for lacking a credible economic growth plan. This stagnation creates social cohesion issues and damages the international credibility of Britishdefense commitments. (2)

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S8 Ep560: PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUEST: Judy Dempsey....

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2026/03/10

PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUEST: Judy Dempsey. Dempsey highlights the EU's inability to speak with one voiceduring global crises. She argues that political integration and ending veto powers are necessary to achieve true European power. (1)1871 SIEGE OF PARIS

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S8 Ep560: PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUEST: Bud Weinstein....

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2026/03/10

PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUEST: Bud Weinstein. Weinstein discusses the surging demand for electricity and the need for an "all of the above" energy policy. He emphasizes keeping coal plants online alongside natural gas and solar. (4)

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S8 Ep559: SHOW SCHEDULE 3-9-2026 DECEMBER 1978 TEHRAN

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2026/03/10

C1. Guests: Bill Roggio and Ambassador Husain Haqqani Headline: Global Markets Shudder as Oil Surges Past $100 Summary: War in the Middle East has triggered a damaging global economic surge, with oil exceeding $100 per barrel. Panelists discuss Iran's resilient regime and the appointment of late leader’s son, Mojtaba Khamenei. (2)2. Guests: Bill Roggio and Husain Haqqani Headline: The Myth of Winning Through Air Power Alone Summary: Experts warn that air power cannot achieve lasting regime change

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S8 Ep558: 16. Guest: Gregory Copley Headline: Russia...

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2026/03/09

16. Guest: Gregory Copley Headline:Russia and China’s Strategic Stakes in the Iran Conflict Summary: The conversation examines how the war impacts Russia’s trade corridors and China’s primary oil supplies. Copley argues that U.S. air dominance serves as a profound warning to the leadership in Beijing. (17)1963 MOHAMMED REZA PAHLEVI SHAH

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S8 Ep558: 15. Guest: Gregory Copley Headline:...

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2026/03/09

15. Guest: Gregory Copley Headline:Assessing the Air War and Global Oil Panic Summary: Gregory Copley evaluates the U.S.-Israeli air campaign against Iraniannuclear and military infrastructure. He notes the potential for the Iranian monarchy's return to rally opposition against the clerical regime. (16)1960 OFFICERS CLUB TEHRAN

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S8 Ep558: 14. Guest: Jessica Winkle Headline: Bias...

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2026/03/09

14. Guest: Jessica Winkle Headline: Bias and Conflict of Interest in Climate Science Manuals Summary: Professor Jessica Winkle details controversy surrounding the federal judicial manual’s climate chapter. She highlights significant conflicts of interest and the use of biased, non-neutral rhetoric intended for judges. (15)1953 MOSSADEQH TRIAL

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S8 Ep558: 13. Guests: Bill Roggio and John Hardy...

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2026/03/09

13. Guests: Bill Roggio and John Hardy Headline: Zelensky Offers Drone Expertise to Counter Iran Summary: President Zelensky offers Ukrainian assistance to counter Iranian drones using battle-tested technology. Meanwhile, Vladimir Putin pledges unwavering support for Iran's new leadership as the conflict increasingly impacts the global stage. (14)1953 TEHRAN

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S8 Ep558: 12. Guests: Bill Roggio and Edmund...

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2026/03/09

12. Guests: Bill Roggio and Edmund Fitton-Brown Headline: The Question of Regime Change and "Boots on the Ground" Summary: Experts debate if the Trumpadministration seeks permanent regime change. They discuss the risks of mission creep and the extreme difficulty of empowering internal Iranian insurgencies without a clear roadmap. (13)1953 CIA/MI6 COUP TO INSERT REZA PAHLEVI SHAH TEHRAN

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S8 Ep558: 11. Guests: Bill Roggio and Edmund...

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2026/03/09

11. Guests: Bill Roggio and Edmund Fitton-Brown Headline: Iran’s "Nihilistic" Attacks on Neutral Neighbors Summary:Iran has launched self-destructive missile attacks against neutral neighbors like Qatar, Oman, and Turkey. The panel critiques British indecisiveness and the lack of clearly articulated American war objectives. (12)1953 MOSSADEQH TRIAL

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S8 Ep558: 10. Guests: Bill Roggio and Jonathan Sayeh...

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2026/03/09

10. Guests: Bill Roggio and Jonathan Sayeh Headline: Monitoring the Fog of War in Tehran Summary: Analysts examine Tehran’s internal state, noting that foot soldiers are becoming increasingly alienated. They monitor the Basij and regular military for signs of defection while the regime anticipates a ground invasion. (11)1953 TEHRAN IMPERIAL BANK

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