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S8 Ep865: PREVIEW for Later Today: Trump's Global...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/05/12

PREVIEW for Later Today: Trump's Global Leverage and European Misconceptions. Guest: Steve Yates. Steve Yatesrejects European claims that Donald Trump's bargaining power with China has diminished. He argues that the U.S. has actually increased strategic leverage over key global maritime choke points and energy markets.1945-48 INDONESIAN WAR

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S8 Ep865: PREVIEW for Later Today: SpaceX vs. the...

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2026/05/12

PREVIEW for Later Today: SpaceX vs. the State-Led Lunar Race. Guest: Bob Zimmerman. Bob Zimmermandismisses the political framing of a U.S.-China moon race. He argues that private enterprise, specifically Elon Musk'sSpaceX, is the real space program and will likely beat both government programs to the moon.1968 APOLLO 8 AND BACK-UP

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S8 Ep864: SCHEDULE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW 5-11-26. 1943...

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2026/05/12

SCHEDULE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW 5-11-26.1943 ADMIRAL YAMAMOTO'S FUNERAL.Bill Roggio identifies Iran as the preeminent state sponsor of terror, surpassing Pakistan. He argues Iran's foreign policy is inherently revolutionary, using terrorist proxies like Hezbollah and the Taliban to further its agenda while utilizing diplomatic negotiations to buy time and ensure regime survival. (1/16)Bill Roggio examines the stark standoff between the U.S. and Iran, noting that while U.S. strikes damaged

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S8 Ep864: STREAMING RHE MAKING OF THE JOHN BATCHELOR...

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2026/05/12

STREAMING RHE MAKING OF THE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW. FEATURING BILL ROGGIO AND SAMUEL BEN-UR, 5-11-2016.1944 AGITPROP

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S8 Ep863: Conrad Black argues that Canada must...

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2026/05/12

Conrad Black argues that Canada must lower corporate taxes to remain competitive with the U.S. and attract capital. He notes a growing separatist movement in Alberta, driven by economic frustrations and opposition to federal ecological policies, while criticizing Prime Minister Carney's lack of clear policy initiatives. (16/16)1942-45 AGITPROP

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S8 Ep863: Mary Anastasia O'Grady discusses the...

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2026/05/12

Mary Anastasia O'Grady discusses the historic indictment of a sitting Mexican governor, Ruben Rocha Moya, for conspiracy to import narcotics and cartel activity. She highlights the potential political fallout for the Morena party and suggests criminal organizations may be influencing elections through violence and intimidation. (15/16)1946 TOJO ON TRIAL FOR HIS LIFE.

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S8 Ep863: David Daoud criticizes the U.S. for...

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2026/05/12

David Daoud criticizes the U.S. for accepting the linkage between Iranian and Lebanese negotiations, which provides Hezbollah "breathing room" to regenerate. He anticipates Hezbollah will avoid immediate conflict to focus on long-term rearmament and social rebuilding, eventually emerging as a much stronger threat. (14/16)1946-48 WAR CRIMES TRIBUNAL IN TOKYO

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S8 Ep863: David Daoud reports that the Lebanon...

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2026/05/12

David Daoud reports that the Lebanon ceasefire has forced the IDF into static positions, giving Hezbollah tactical advantages for hit-and-run attacks. He contends that the Lebanese government lacks the means to disarm Hezbollah, as the group views its military power as existential. (13/16)1945 RECOVERY

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S8 Ep863: Edmund Fitton-Brown differentiates between...

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2026/05/12

Edmund Fitton-Brown differentiates between various regional "ceasefires," noting the Hamas-Israel ceasefire is particularly fragile. He argues that progress toward a meaningful peace process requires intense pressure on Hamas'ssponsors, specifically Qatar and Turkey, to force the group to fulfill its disarmament obligations. (12/16)1945 FAILED SUICIDE

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S8 Ep863: Edmund Fitton-Brown analyzes the "ragged"...

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2026/05/12

Edmund Fitton-Brown analyzes the "ragged" maritime blockade between the U.S. and Iran in the Strait of Hormuz. He warns that allowing Iran to claim control over international waterways sets a dangerous global precedent and suggests Iran believes it can outlast American resolve. (11/16)1944 OGIKUBO TALK

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S8 Ep863: Ernesto Araújo and Alejandro Peña Esclusa...

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2026/05/12

Ernesto Araújo and Alejandro Peña Esclusa report on the Venezuelan regime's efforts to delay elections, fearing a landslide victory for the opposition. Araújo discusses Lula da Silva's weakening support in Brazil and the rise of Flavio Bolsonaro. Human rights violations, including the torture of political prisoners, continue in Venezuela. (10/16)1943-45 AGITPROP

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S8 Ep863: Alejandro Peña Esclusa highlights alleged...

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2026/05/12

Alejandro Peña Esclusa highlights alleged voter fraud in Peru, warning that leftist "Marxist" forces utilize international support to manipulate elections. Ernesto Araújo discusses deep-seated corruption in Latin America, describing it as a geopolitical tool for "totalitarian powers" to undermine the free world and honest governance. (9/16)1942 AGITPROP

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S8 Ep863: Alan Tonelson interprets the U.S....

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2026/05/12

Alan Tonelson interprets the U.S. diplomatic focus on Japan as a reward for its commitment to containing Chinese expansionism and increasing defense spending. He expects the Trump-Xi summit to produce deals on aerospace and agricultural exports, though fundamental trade imbalances are unlikely to be resolved. (8/16)1943 GREATER EAST ASIA CONFERENCE

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S8 Ep863: Gordon Chang and Piero Tozzi analyze the...

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2026/05/12

Gordon Chang and Piero Tozzi analyze the upcoming U.S.-China summit in Beijing, noting Trump's "built-in disadvantages" and Chinese arrogance. They discuss internal Taiwanese political divisions regarding China policy and highlight recent multilateral military exercises as a significant "planting of the flag" before negotiations. (7/16)January 1942

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S8 Ep863: Malcolm Hoenlein reveals that Israel...

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2026/05/12

Malcolm Hoenlein reveals that Israel operated a secret logistical base in Iraq to support its air campaign against Iran. He notes that Iran evades blockades by exporting 80% of its oil to China via Iraq and overland routes. The Iranian economy remains vulnerable due to aging infrastructure. (6/16)1941 Tojo and family

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S8 Ep863: Malcolm Hoenlein reports on the heavy...

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2026/05/12

Malcolm Hoenlein reports on the heavy infrastructure damage to U.S. interests in the Gulf and the persistent threat of Iranian missiles. He observes that public opinion in Gaza is shifting against Hamas as citizens desire reconstruction. Meanwhile, Palestinian authorities continue promoting "jihad and martyrdom" through school textbooks. (5/16)1942

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S8 Ep863: Samuel Ben-ur discusses Hamas's claim of...

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2026/05/12

Samuel Ben-ur discusses Hamas's claim of reconstituting its 30,000 personnel, mostly through recruiting untrained youth. He notes that some released terrorists from the October 7th attacks have returned to combat. Bener argues that air strikes alone cannot collapse the regime without internal popular support for change. (4/16)1942 agitprop

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S8 Ep863: Samuel Ben-ur reports that Hamas flatly...

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2026/05/12

Samuel Ben-ur reports that Hamas flatly rejected a structured disarmament plan, signaling its intent to resume conflict. Despite attempting to rearm through low-tech Egyptian smuggling, Hamas remains below pre-war strength. Meanwhile, the Board of Peace attempts to manage humanitarian aid amid ongoing violations. (3/16)1943 PM HIDEKI TOJO ARRIVES PHILIPPINES

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S8 Ep858: Gaius and Germanicus debate in their...

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2026/05/11

Gaius and Germanicus debate in their favorite wine bar by the Thames, in Londinium, Spring 92 AD. This segment critiques the "Redeemer Nation" myth, which portrays America as a divinely appointed "city on a hill" tasked with saving humanity. While this vision was cemented following World War II, the hosts argue it is now an "inappropriate myth" for a nation that has moved closer to the original Roman model of "might makes right." Over the last 25 years, the U.S. is seen as having abandoned its role

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S8 Ep858: Gaius and Germanicus debate in their...

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2026/05/11

Gaius and Germanicus debate in their favorite wine bar by the Thames, in Londinium, Spring 92 AD. Drawing a parallel to the Battle of Alesia in 52 BC, the hosts explore the ethics of modern siege warfare. In ancient Gaul, Julius Caesar and Vercingetorix allowed non-combatant townspeople to starve to death in the "in-between land" to maintain their strategic positions. Germanicus argues that the current U.S. blockade of Iran functions as a modern-day Alesia, where the "townspeople" are the

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