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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 Ep684: STREAMING THE MAKING OF THE JOHN BATCHELOR...

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2026/04/03

STREAMING THE MAKING OF THE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, FEATURING SIMON CONSTABLE, JIM MCTAGUE, SNSTOL LIEVRN, THURSDAY 4-2-2026.1654This transcript from The John Batchelor Show features a series of discussions regarding the global impacts of ongoing conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine. Batchelor and his colleagues examine how these wars have triggered a commodity crisis, specifically noting the sharp rise in oil, diesel, and fertilizer prices affecting farmers in both France and Pennsylvania. The

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S8 Ep681: Fitz Hugh Brundage explores the brutal...

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2026/04/02

Fitzhugh Brundage explores the brutal evolution of Civil War prisons, detailing how Richmond's tobacco warehouses like Libby Prison became infamous sites of suffering that eventually informed the standards of the Geneva Convention. (1)1865 Sheridan's Cavalry

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S8 Ep681: Kevin Frazier addresses the disruptive...

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2026/04/02

Kevin Frazier addresses the disruptive potential of AI in childhood development, warning that early digital relationships can replace human mentors. He advocates for empowering parentsto manage these new family dynamics through education. (3)august 1954

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1:29

S8 Ep681: Josh Rogin cautions against a technocracy,...

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2026/04/02

Josh Rogin cautions against a technocracy, arguing that Silicon Valley leaders cannot replace national security professionals. He emphasizes that the government must set policy, ensuring that technology serves democratic roles rather than dictating them. (6)JANUARY 1931

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S8 Ep680: Josh Rogin describes a high-stakes AI...

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2026/04/02

Josh Rogin describes a high-stakes AI competitionwhere the U.S. leads in innovation and Large Language Models, while Chinadominates in robotic factory automation and manufacturing scale. The U.S. faces hurdles such as ITAR regulations, which can restrict technology sharing with allies, and is currently attempting to use AI to "leapfrog" China’s manufacturing advantages to stay competitive. (4)

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S8 Ep680: Evan Ellis explores Chile’s shifting...

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2026/04/02

Evan Ellis explores Chile’s shifting political landscape, noting a pendulum swing from the center-left to the far-left, and now back toward the right due to frustrations with economic stagnationand organized crime. Despite these political frustrations, the country remains a vital player in the 21st-century economy due to its vast copper and lithium resources. (2)

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S8 Ep680: Anatol Lieven discusses the implications of...

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2026/04/02

Anatol Lieven discusses the implications of the U.S. potentially leaving NATO. He notes that while a full withdrawal would require Senate approval, a hostile administration could still undermine the alliance by cutting intelligence sharing or halting the sale of critical weapons and air defense systems to European partners. (3)

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S8 Ep676: PREVIEW FOR LATER. Charles Burton discusses...

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2026/04/01

PREVIEW FOR LATER. Charles Burton discusses how individuals like Mr. Singum fund radical American protests to undermine government confidence. He explores the connections between these activist groups and Chinese state security apparatus seeking corrosive influence. (1)1950 PEKING STUDENTS WELCOMING PLA

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S8 Ep676: PREVIEW FOR LATER. Victoria Coates analyzes...

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2026/04/01

PREVIEW FOR LATER. Victoria Coatesanalyzes China's potential role in global conflicts. While possibly pressuring Russia over Ukraine, she argues Chinais an ineffective broker in the Gulf due to its bias toward Iranian interests. (3)1903 QING DYNASTY

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S8 Ep676: PREVIEW FOR LATER. Professor James Holmes...

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2026/04/01

PREVIEW FOR LATER. Professor James Holmes applies lessons from the Gulf to a potential Taiwan conflict. He emphasizes that the U.S. needs to prolong any war to successfully assemble forces against China’s regional military advantages. (4)1939 SHANGHAI

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S8 Ep676: PREVIEW FOR LATER. Douglas Messier explains...

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2026/04/01

PREVIEW FOR LATER. Douglas Messier explains Elon Musk’s strategic shift from Mars exploration toward NASA’s lunar missions. Driven by funding and contracts, SpaceX focuses on developing the reusable Super Heavy and Starship for moon landings. (5)1941

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S8 Ep675: PREVIEW FOR TONIGHT. Craig Unger details...

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2026/04/01

PREVIEW FOR TONIGHT. Craig Ungerdetails how Donald Trump first connected with KGB fronts in the 1980s. This relationship evolved into the Russian mafia laundering over a billion dollars in total through Trump real estate. (2)1925 STALIN AND TROTSKY

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S8 Ep675: PREVIEW FOR TONIGHT. Sinan Ciddi discusses...

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2026/04/01

PREVIEW FOR TONIGHT. Sinan Ciddidiscusses Turkey's intensive shuttle diplomacy and direct communication with Iran. Alongside Pakistan, Turkeyis pressuring the incoming Trump administration to end regional warfare quickly while balancing influence across Gulf states. (1)1654

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S8 Ep673: This broadcast transcript features a...

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2026/04/01

STREAMING THE MAKING OF THE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, FRSTURING THSDDEUS MCCOTTER AND KEVIN FRAZIER, 3-31-20261838 MT. SINAI

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S8 Ep674: SHOW SCHEDULE THE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW,...

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2026/04/01

c1. Judy Dempsey discusses the rising popularity of Germany’s AfD party, its anti-American stance, and growing pro-Russian sentiment driven by energy concerns, alongside public distrust regarding the conduct of the war in Ukraine. With Thaddeus McCotter.(1)2. Judy Dempsey analyzes strained transatlantic relations following President Trump’s remarks on energy independence. She also highlights the significance of Hungary's upcoming election for regional populist movements and the European Union’s

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S8 Ep673: 16. Bob Zimmerman warns that political...

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2026/04/01

16. Bob Zimmerman warns that political pressure is compromising safety for the Artemis 2 moon mission. He also reflects on Voyager 2’s historic images of Neptune and Hubble's observations of active black hole galaxies. (16)1680

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S8 Ep673: 15. Bob Zimmerman contrasts NASA’s risky...

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2026/04/01

15. Bob Zimmerman contrasts NASA’s risky Artemis 2 mission with SpaceX’s successful reusable rocket program. He also reports on a secretive medical emergency on the ISS and China’s deep commitment to its space program. (15)1664

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S8 Ep673: 14. Cleo Paskal discusses the critical role...

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2026/04/01

14. Cleo Paskal discusses the critical role of the Diego Garcia military base and the legal risks involved in transferring the Chagos Archipelago to Mauritius, which could complicate U.S. nuclear policy and regional security. (14)1967 KINF FAISAL II OF ARABIA

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S8 Ep673: 13. Cleo Paskal highlights China’s efforts...

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2026/04/01

13. Cleo Paskal highlights China’s efforts to undermine U.S. relationships in the Central Pacific through corruption. She details new U.S. strategies to support local governments in Palau and the Marianas against illegal CCP activities. (13)1960 ARABIA

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S8 Ep673: 12. Gregory Copley previews King Charles...

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2026/04/01

12. Gregory Copley previews King Charles III’s state visit to Washington, emphasizing its role in preserving the strategic alliance and common purpose between English-speaking nations despite political tensions between the Trumpadministration and London. (12)1947 SAUDI ARABIA

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