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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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3:55

S8 Ep943: (2) Anatol Lieven examines the struggle for...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/05/29

(2) Anatol Lieven examines the struggle for UK Labour Party leadership, where Andy Burnham is the preferred candidate to replace Keir Starmer but must first win a by-election. The rising Reform Party poses a significant threat to established political figures.CARTHAGE

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13:54

S8 Ep943: (1) Anatol Lieven discusses Moscow's...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/05/29

(1) Anatol Lieven discusses Moscow's escalation and the future of Ukraine negotiations, noting that Russia has threatened targeted strikes on Ukrainian headquarters in Kyiv. High casualty rates and stalled front lines contribute to a mood of frustration in Moscow.18991

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1:24

S8 Ep941: Preview for Later Today: Evan Ellis...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/05/29

Preview for Later Today: Evan Ellis describes the turmoil in Bolivia, where blockades by cocaleros and miners, driven by Evo Morales, have paralyzed La Paz in a narco-terrorist effort aimed at returning Morales to power.1900 BOLIVIA

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2:28

S8 Ep942: Preview for Later Today: Anatol Lieven...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/05/29

Preview for Later Today: Anatol Lieven analyzes the stalemate in Ukraine, highlighting the exhaustion of both populations and the political unpopularity of mass conscription, even as leadership on both sides maintains maximalist positions regarding the ongoing war.1930 LONDN

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2:34

S8 Ep942: Preview for Later Today: Steven Mazie...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/05/28

Preview for Later Today: Steven Mazie details the Supreme Court case Trump v. Barbara concerning birthright citizenship, discussing Trump's challenge to the 14th Amendment and an AI tool predicting a lopsided judicial ruling against the former president.1911 SCOTUS

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1:37

S8 Ep942: Preview for Later Today: Jim McTague...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/05/28

Preview for Later Today: Jim McTague examines the hypothetical return of Tony Blair to lead Britain's Labour Party, questioning whether interest is genuine nostalgia or a reaction to Keir Starmer's leadership while recalling Blair's political history.1880

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2:24

S8 Ep942: Preview for Later Today: Doug Messier...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/05/28

Preview for Later Today: Doug Messier describes NASA's innovative mission using robotic hoppers to survey the lunar South Pole, seeking water and potential sites for a future moon base through high-resolution imaging in the moon's environment.MAY 1952

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2:23

S8 Ep941: Preview for Later Today: Josh Rogin...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/05/28

Preview for Later Today: Josh Rogin discusses the Trump administration's shift toward a foreign policy that favors dealing with strongmen and dictators over promoting democratic values, potentially ceding strategic advantages to Chinain the process.1904 PEKING FRUIT MARKET

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7:29

S8 Ep920: Luis Elizondo explains that the Roswell...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/05/24

Luis Elizondo, former head of the Advanced Aerospace Threat Identification Program(AATIP), discusses his decision to resign from the Pentagon in 2017. Frustrated by the bureaucracy's refusal to acknowledge unusual aerial systems interfering with military platforms, he wrote a final appeal to Secretary of Defense James Mattis. Elizondo details his transition from a counterintelligence career to leading a secret program focused on UAPs. Initially skeptical, he was recruited by Dr. Jim Lacatski, who

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10:21

S8 Ep920: Luis Elizondo, former head of the Advanced...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/05/24

Luis Elizondo, former head of the Advanced Aerospace Threat Identification Program (AATIP), discusses his decision to resign from the Pentagon in 2017. Frustrated by the bureaucracy's refusal to acknowledge unusual aerial systems interfering with military platforms, he wrote a final appeal to Secretary of Defense James Mattis. Elizondo details his transition from a counterintelligence career to leading a secret program focused on UAPs. Initially skeptical, he was recruited by Dr. Jim Lacatski, who

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1:18

S8 Ep908: PREVIEW for Later Today: Veronique de Rugy...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/05/21

PREVIEW for Later Today: Veronique de Rugy explains that American consumers bear the full cost of Trumpadministration tariffs. These taxes make domestic manufacturing more expensive and products less affordable, contradicting claims that the policy would benefit the economy.1800 OYSTER STAND NYC

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1:01

S8 Ep908: PREVIEW for Later Today: Sadanand Dhume...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/05/21

PREVIEW for Later Today: Sadanand Dhume discusses India's efforts to attract supply chains from China. While Apple has successfully diversified iPhone production there, India struggles to compete with more nimble nations like Vietnam in other various economic sectors.

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3:03

S8 Ep908: PREVIEW for Later Today: Evan Ellis...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/05/21

PREVIEW for Later Today: Evan Ellis explores military alternatives for Cuba beyond a traditional invasion. He suggests selective strikes against command nodes or special operations to pressure the regime, providing a hard-line complement to ongoing diplomatic negotiations.1960 VASTRO AND NASSER

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3:40

S8 Ep908: PREVIEW for Later Today: Peter Mauch...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/05/21

PREVIEW for Later Today: Peter Mauch provides a biographical look at Hideki Tojo, detailing how cronyism in the Imperial Japanese Army fueled his ambitions. Tojo's direct style earned him the nickname "the razor" as he rose to power.1940 OKINAWA

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1:42

S8 Ep908: PREVIEW for Later Today: Mary Anastasia...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/05/21

PREVIEW for Later Today: Mary Anastasia O'Grady details GAESA, a non-transparent Cuban military conglomerate that controls the island's hard currency. By hoarding foreign investment and leaving citizens with worthless pesos, the organization has become a primary target for sanctions.1915 HAVANA

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2:15

S8 Ep908: PREVIEW for Later Today: Anatoly Zak...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/05/21

PREVIEW for Later Today: Anatoly Zak compares Russia's Soyuz 5 and Angara 5 rockets to SpaceX's Falcon series. Russia's new boosters currently lack the reusability of the Falcon 9 and cannot match the heavy-lift capabilities of the Falcon Heavy.1957

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6:02

S8 Ep907: SCHEDULE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, 5-20-26. 1874...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/05/21

SCHEDULE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, 5-20-26.1874 BEAVERRick Fisher discusses record-breaking arms packages for Taiwan, including loitering drones and missile defense, to counter potential Chinese invasion. Gordon Chang emphasizes the need for equipment capable of surviving an initial massive missile barrage. (1/16)Greg Scarlatoiu details North Korea's role as an arsenal for Russia and Iran, providing missiles and tunnel technology for profit. Kim Jong-un's survival strategy relies on nuclear weapons and

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71:23

S8 Ep906: STREAM THE MAKING OF THE JBS, FEATURING...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/05/21

STREAM THE MAKING OF THE JBS, FEATURING CHANG, FISHER, YATES, SCARLAOIU, 5-20-26.1900 BEAVERThis transcript captures a detailed discussion between John Batchelor, Gordon Chang, and various experts regarding the complex geopolitical landscape surrounding the People's Republic of China. The participants analyze a high-profile summit between President Trump and Xi Jinping, debating whether the meeting produced meaningful change or was merely a "nothing burger" characterized by informational asymmetry

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2:31

S8 Ep903: PREVIEW for Later Today: Steve Yates...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/05/20

PREVIEW for Later Today: Steve Yates explains how China manipulates diplomatic negotiations by pretending Taiwanis the only point of contention. He suggests American leaders visit Taiwan to realize the profound differences between the two governing systems.1905 SHANGHAI INTERNATIONAL COURT

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1:21

S8 Ep903: PREVIEW for Later Today: Gordon Chang...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/05/20

PREVIEW for Later Today: Gordon Chang advises against being intimidated by China's aggressive rhetoric toward Taiwan. He argues that China lacks fixed principles, often shifting its diplomatic "red lines" based on their assessment of relative global strength.1906 PEKING STREET IN SHANGHAI

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