The John Batchelor Show

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S8 Ep855: The 100-year search for dark matter began...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/05/11

The 100-year search for dark matter began in 1922 with Dutch astronomer Jacobus Kapteyn, who was the first to use the term "dark matter" in a scientific paper. Kapteyn realized that the gravity of unseen matter must govern the motions of stars. His student, Jan Oort, later expanded on this by studying the vertical "up and down" motions of stars in the Milky Way to estimate the mass in the galactic plane. Fritz Zwicky provided a major breakthrough by observing the redshift of galaxies in the Coma

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6:15

S8 Ep850: SCHEDULE OF THE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW,...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/05/09

SCHEDULE OF THE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, 5-8-2026.1900 VERA CRUZ.1/16: Jeff Bliss discusses the Los Angeles mayor's race, highlighting actor Spencer Pratt's surprising success in a recent debate. Pratt earned 83% viewer support by using AI-generated campaign videos to critique incumbents Karen Bass and Nithia Ramen. Critics question if an actor can successfully navigate the city council.2/16: Jeff Bliss analyzes the California governor's race, focusing on Republican outsider Steve Hilton. Hilton

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S8 Ep849: STREAMING THE MAKING OF THE JOHN BATCHELOR...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/05/09

STREAMING THE MAKING OF THE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, FESTURING JEFF BLISS AND MICHAEL VLAHOS, 5-8-36.1900 MEXICO.This broadcast segment from Pacific Watch features host John Batchelor and correspondent Jeff Bliss discussing the political and social landscape of California, specifically focusing on the Los Angeles mayoral race. The dialogue highlights the emergence of outsider candidate Spencer Pratt, a former reality star challenging incumbent Karen Bass by focusing on the city's homelessness crisis

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S8 Ep848: 16/16: Gene Marks explains how small...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/05/09

16/16: Gene Marks explains how small businesses are developing custom AI applications to improve productivity. He highlights tools like Claude for automating sales quotes and executive summaries. However, researchers warn that AI's tendency toward sycophancy and charm can sometimes mislead users in professional settings.1900 PUEBLO SNAKE DANCE

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S8 Ep848: 15/16: Gene Marks observes steady business...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/05/09

15/16: Gene Marks observes steady business for construction and safety industries across the US. He notes that raw material costs have surged significantly. Despite inflation, consumer spending remains vigorous, with major retailers like Amazon reporting their strongest retail growth since the pandemic.1900

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4:49

S8 Ep848: 14/16: Tal Fortgang highlights an...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/05/09

14/16: Tal Fortgang highlights an ecumenical coalition opposing discrimination against religious groups. He cites the Notre Dame Education Law Project as a leader in identifying and rooting out residual legal biases. The segment details specific hostilities in Colorado, where social progressivism often clashes with traditional religious institutions.1900

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S8 Ep848: 13/16: Tal Fortgang discusses St. Mary...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/05/09

13/16: Tal Fortgang discusses St. Mary Catholic Parish v. Roy, a case involving state subsidies for religious schools. Colorado is accused of using secular conditions to exclude religious institutions from preschool programs. The case questions whether states can constitutionally bar religious parents from generally available public benefits.1900 MEXICO

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6:16

S8 Ep848: 12/16: Evan Ellis examines neck-and-neck...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/05/09

12/16: Evan Ellis examines neck-and-neck presidential races in Peru and Colombia. In Peru, the contest between Keiko Fujimori and Roberto Sanchez carries implications for relations with China. Colombia faces a similar choice between right-wing candidates and the leftist Ivan Cepeda, affecting future security cooperation.11900

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13:23

S8 Ep848: 11/16: Evan Ellis reports on Venezuela's...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/05/09

11/16: Evan Ellis reports on Venezuela's repressive regime, which continues to hold political prisoners despite an economic reopening. He discusses the US fuel blockade on Cuba and its humanitarian impact. Potential resolutions include naming a date for Venezuelan elections and ratcheting diplomatic pressure on the Cuban leadership.1900

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S8 Ep848: 10/16: Evan Ellis analyzes Argentina's...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/05/09

10/16: Evan Ellis analyzes Argentina's recovery, highlighting a 5% increase in industrial output. President Javier Milei's fiscal policies have stabilized the currency, though global factors keep inflation high. Despite economic progress, Milei's inner circle faces ongoing corruption investigations that could impact his political momentum.1900 VERA CRUZ

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13:16

S8 Ep848: 9/16: Evan Ellis discusses the...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/05/09

9/16: Evan Ellis discusses the unprecedented US indictment of sitting Sinaloa Governor Ruben Rocha Moya for ties to the Sinaloa cartel. The indictment reveals deep corruption within the Mexican political system. Ellis explains how cartels utilize global networks and legitimate legal firms to launder billions.1900

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S8 Ep848: 8/16: Bob Zimmerman critiques the failure...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/05/09

8/16: Bob Zimmerman critiques the failure of UK spaceports due to excessive bureaucracy. He provides updates on NASA's Curiosity rover, which recently freed a stuck rock from its drill on Mars. Furthermore, the Juno mission continues its observations of Jupiter's moons despite running low on fuel.1900 VERA CRUZ

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14:17

S8 Ep848: 7/16: Bob Zimmerman examines the burgeoning...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/05/09

7/16: Bob Zimmerman examines the burgeoning private space industry in India and the US. He discusses the shortage of solid rocket boosters and competition between Lockheed Martin and Northrup Grumman. Additionally, Zimmerman describes a complex "dance" in orbit involving American, Russian, and Chinese inspector satellites.1900

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8:56

S8 Ep848: 6/16: Lorenzo Fiori discusses Secretary of...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/05/09

6/16: Lorenzo Fiori discusses Secretary of State Marco Rubio's meeting with the Pope to mend relations. He also addresses controversy at the Venice Biennale, arguing art should serve as a bridge between nations during conflict. The segment concludes with celebrations for the 800th anniversary of St. Francis.1881

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8:53

S8 Ep848: 5/16: Jim McTague reports on Lancaster...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/05/09

5/16: Jim McTague reports on Lancaster County's economy, noting a significant drop in restaurant foot traffic due to rising gasoline prices. While younger crowds have slowed spending, senior citizens remain active. The segment also covers the local job fair, where highly skilled technical positions remain in high demand.1900

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S8 Ep848: 4/16: Richard Epstein evaluates the Middle...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/05/09

4/16: Richard Epstein evaluates the Middle East crisis, advocating for unconditional surrender against bad actors like Iran. He criticizes current US foreign policy for ambiguity. Epstein emphasizes that long-term stability requires regime change and overwhelming force to break the influence of hostile regional powers.1900 MEXICO CITY

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15:28

S8 Ep848: 3/16: Richard Epstein explores legal...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/05/08

3/16: Richard Epstein explores legal challenges regarding redistricting following Louisiana v. Kales. He details the evolution of the Voting Rights Act from addressing racial exclusion to modern debates over partisan gerrymandering. Epstein argues that while technology aids gerrymandering, it increases electoral risks in "wave" elections.1900 MEXICO CITY

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S8 Ep848: 2/16: Jeff Bliss analyzes the California...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/05/08

2/16: Jeff Bliss analyzes the California governor's race, focusing on Republican outsider Steve Hilton. Hilton positions himself as a reformer against Democrats like Xavier Becerra and Tom Steyer. The segment also touches on the construction of a new Las Vegas baseball stadium for the A's.1900 MEXICO

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S8 Ep848: 1/16: Jeff Bliss discusses the Los Angeles...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/05/08

1/16: Jeff Bliss discusses the Los Angeles mayor's race, highlighting actor Spencer Pratt's surprising success in a recent debate. Pratt earned 83% viewer support by using AI-generated campaign videos to critique incumbents Karen Bass and Nithia Ramen. Critics question if an actor can successfully navigate the city council.1900 MEXICO

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0:56

S8 Ep835: 2/2: Preview for Later Today: Professor...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/05/06

2/2: Preview for Later Today: Professor John Yoo discusses the organized campaign of physical threats and leaks against the Supreme Court, characterizing these actions as extremely unhealthy for the Constitution.1905 SCOTUS

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