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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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59:32

S8 Ep758: STREAMING THE MAKING OF THE JOHN BATCHELOR...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/04/18

STREAMING THE MAKING OF THE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, FEATURING JEFF BLISS AND GERMANICUS (MICHAEL VLAHOS). 4-17-202681 BCE SULLAJeff Bliss and John Batchelor discuss the vibrant developments in Las Vegas, where the President of the United Statesrecently arrived on Air Force One to promote a "no tax on tips" policy. The city is diversifying, becoming a sports mecca with Formula 1, World Wrestling at Allegiant Stadium, and a potential NBA franchise. Bliss recalls the legacy of the Rat Pack, Elvis, and

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9:38

S8 Ep757: SCHEDULE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, 4-17-2026...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/04/18

SCHEDULE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, 4-17-20261944 DOUGLAS AIRCRAFT, LONG BEACH, CAJeff Bliss discusses President Biden's Las Vegas visit to promote "no tax on tips," reviews local developments like hotel balconies and the futuristic In-N-Out, and mentions California's controversial, high-cost animal crossing bridge project. (1)Jeff Bliss surveys the California gubernatorial landscape, profiling candidates like Tom Steyer and Steve Hilton before the "jungle primary" and revealing Governor Gavin Newsom's

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9:43

S8 Ep762: Mariam Wahba outlines the brutal civil...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/04/18

Mariam Wahba outlines the brutal civil war in Sudan, explaining how foreign actors like Russia and Iran intervene for Red Sea port access and resources while prolonging the conflict through the supply of advanced weaponry. (16)1944 B-17

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9:57

S8 Ep762: Conrad Black critiques the diplomatic rift...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/04/18

Conrad Black critiques the diplomatic rift between Canada and the United States, arguing that Prime Minister Carney's anti-Trump rhetoric serves as a political substitute for substantive policy achievements and effective housing solutions. (15)1944

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7:46

S8 Ep762: Gene Marks examines the shift from federal...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/04/18

Gene Marks examines the shift from federal deregulation to active state-level labor laws, citing job losses from California's fast-food minimum wage hike and recommending a strategic business switch from ChatGPT to Claude. (14)1940 DOUGLAS AIRCRAFT, LONG BEACH CA

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10:04

S8 Ep762: Gene Marks analyzes the resilient American...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/04/18

Gene Marks analyzes the resilient American economy, noting strong manufacturing expansion and banking stability despite global turmoil, while highlighting sustained consumer spending and the positive impact of 2025 tax refunds on small businesses. (13)1947 C-47

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9:53

S8 Ep762: Professor Eric Cline discusses the search...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/04/18

Professor Eric Cline discusses the search for Biblical evidence in the Amarna tablets, specifically identifying early mentions of Jerusalem and describing the "kid-like" squabbles between Canaanite vassal kings writing to the EgyptianPharaoh. (12)1944

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9:46

S8 Ep762: Professor Eric Cline explores the massive...

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2026/04/18

Professor Eric Cline explores the massive fragmentation of the Amarna archive across global museums and highlights Hugo Winckler's pivotal role in categorizing the diplomatic letters exchanged between great Bronze Age kings and petty tyrants. (11)1947 LONG BEACH

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8:19

S8 Ep762: Professor Eric Cline details the dramatic...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/04/18

Professor Eric Cline details the dramatic race to acquire the Amarna letters, recounting how Wallace Budge smuggled 81 tablets to the British Museum and competed with Archibald Sayce to publish the first translations. (10)1947

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9:30

S8 Ep762: Professor Eric Cline recounts the 1886...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/04/18

Professor Eric Cline recounts the 1886 discovery of the Amarna tablets, describing how Archibald Henry Sayce initially witnessed the excavation of ancient foundations that would later reveal a massive archive of Bronze Age diplomatic records. (9)1947 B-17f assembly

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5:22

S8 Ep761: Professor Luke Foster laments the decline...

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2026/04/18

Professor Luke Foster laments the decline of persuasive speech in the United States Congress, contrasting modern partisan anger with the powerful 18th-century parliamentary debates that shaped governance through high-level education and genuine legislative policy authority. (8)1947 DOUGLAS AIRCRAFT, LONG BEACH

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14:17

S8 Ep761: Professor Luke Foster explores the historic...

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2026/04/18

Professor Luke Foster explores the historic rivalry between Edmund Burke and Charles James Fox, analyzing their conflicting perspectives on the French Revolution and emphasizing the importance of sophisticated political rhetoric in 18th-century British parliamentary culture. (7)1945 HOWARD HUGHES "HERCULES."

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8:46

S8 Ep761: Lorenzo Fiori highlights Italian political...

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2026/04/18

Lorenzo Fiori highlights Italian political support for the Pope following Donald Trump's criticisms, analyzes Prime Minister Meloni's strengthening position, and recommends tourists explore the rich history, food, and Lambrusco wine of Parma and Reggio Emilia. (6)1944 C-47 DOULAS, LONG BEACH

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9:03

S8 Ep761: Jim McTague details significant traffic...

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2026/04/18

Jim McTague details significant traffic nightmares on Lancaster County's Route 30 due to bridge construction, provides observations on the local Amish community, and shares personal shopping anecdotes while reflecting on current regional economic market trends. (5)1944 C-47

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5:10

S8 Ep761: Professor Richard Epstein discusses a legal...

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2026/04/18

Professor Richard Epstein discusses a legal stay against Donald Trump's White House ballroom project, condemning the "unitary executive" theory as dangerous and criticizing Trump's disregard for historical preservation laws as being erratic, lawless, and dictatorial. (4)1942 LONG BEACH

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14:29

S8 Ep761: Professor Richard Epstein critiques Senator...

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2026/04/17

Professor Richard Epstein critiques Senator Bernie Sanders' proposed moratorium on AI data centers, arguing that Sanders fundamentally misunderstands innovation and that his socialist rhetoric ignores the economic benefits of decentralized, small-scale technological development and startups. (3)942 B-17F

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5:58

S8 Ep761: Jeff Bliss examines California's "jungle...

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2026/04/17

Jeff Bliss examines California's "jungle primary" for governor, profiling candidates like Steve Hilton and Tom Steyer, while highlighting Governor Gavin Newsom's controversial practice of self-funding his book tour to manipulate bestseller lists and local popularity. (2)1942 INSPECTORS LONG BEACH, DOUGLAS AIRCRAFT

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11:51

S8 Ep761: Jeff Bliss discusses President Biden's Las...

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2026/04/17

Jeff Bliss discusses President Biden's Las Vegas visit to promote a "no tax on tips" policy, details local infrastructure like hotel balconies, and describes the futuristic three-story In-N-Out burger joint coming to the Strip area. (1)1942 LONG BEACH CA C-47

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2:06

S8 Ep760: Preview for Later Today: Guest: Conrad...

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2026/04/17

Preview for Later Today: Guest: Conrad Black. Black critiques Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's political rhetoric, specifically his adversarial stance toward the United States and his efforts to organize "middle powers" against American dominance during recent party conventions.1903 ST LAWRENCE BASIN

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0:59

S8 Ep760: Preview for Later Today Jeff Bliss explores...

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2026/04/17

Preview for Later TodayJeff Bliss explores the history and expansion of In-N-Out Burger, tracing its journey from a small 1950s Los Angeles drive-thru to its iconic status and a new massive multi-story location in Las Vegas.1958 Las Vegas

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