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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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S8 Ep753: STREAMING MAKING SHOW, FEATURING CHANG,...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/04/16

STREAMING MAKING SHOW, FEATURING CHANG, FANELL, HOLT, YATES.1750 PERSIA COURTThis transcript from a broadcast of The John Bachelor Show features a roundtable discussion with experts regarding China’s involvement in Middle Eastern conflicts and its broader strategic goals. The participants examine a report alleging that Iran utilized Chinese satellite data to coordinate strikes against American military positions, leading to a debate over whether President Trump should proceed with a planned visit

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S8 Ep752: SCHEDULE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, 4-15-2026....

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2026/04/16

SCHEDULE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, 4-15-2026.1705 PERSIAN EMPIRE1. Captain James Fanell discusses Iran using Chinese commercial satellites for targeting US bases. He notes the US Navy's successful and complete blockade of the Strait of Hormuz to pressure Tehran's oil economy.2. General Blaine Holt suggests China may have allowed its satellite technology transfer to Iran to be discovered. He highlights the US Air Force's successful air campaign doctrine and impressive technological capabilities.3. Steve

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S8 Ep751: 15. Ken Croswell describes the landmark...

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2026/04/16

15. Ken Croswell describes the landmark discovery of a lone black hole in the Milky Way. Using the Hubble Space Telescope, astronomers identified this massive object by its gravitational effect on light.1707

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14:38

S8 Ep751: 15. Ken Croswell describes the landmark...

The John Batchelor Show ·

2026/04/16

15. Ken Croswell describes the landmark discovery of a lone black hole in the Milky Way. Using the Hubble Space Telescope, astronomers identified this massive object by its gravitational effect on light.1705

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S8 Ep751: 14. Michael Bernstam details Russia's...

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2026/04/16

14. Michael Bernstam details Russia's exhausted budget deficit and declining oil production caused by sanctions and technological backwardness. He highlights Viktor Orbán's electoral defeat as a major democratic victory for the EU.1700

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S8 Ep751: 13. Michael Bernstam explains why the...

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2026/04/16

13. Michael Bernstam explains why the Strait of Hormuz blockade has not caused an oil price spike, citing diverted pipelines in Saudi Arabia and the UAE. He notes China's impending shortfall due to the blockade.

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6:13

S8 Ep751: 12. Jack Burnham explains how Iran...

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2026/04/16

12. Jack Burnham explains how Iran leveraged a Chinese commercial satellite for precise military strikes on US targets. He warns that rogue nations can now easily purchase advanced orbital capabilities off-the-shelf.

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13:27

S8 Ep751: 11. Jack Burnham warns about security risks...

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2026/04/16

11. Jack Burnham warns about security risks in Huawei, ZTE, and Hikvision equipment. He notes Hikvision's role in the Uyghur genocide and the export of surveillance technology to various authoritarian regimes.

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S8 Ep751: 10. Colonel Jeff McCausland discusses the...

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2026/04/16

10. Colonel Jeff McCausland discusses the stalling of Venezuela's transition by the Rodriguez family. He questions if oil production can increase quickly enough to impact US gas prices before Labor Day.1662

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13:53

S8 Ep751: 9. Colonel Jeff McCausland assesses the...

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2026/04/16

9. Colonel Jeff McCausland assesses the Strait of Hormuz blockade and China's military resupply of Iran. He notes Vladimir Putin's strategic losses in Ukraine and the impact of Viktor Orbán's electoral defeat.1654

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S8 Ep751: 8. Annie Fixler warns of sophisticated...

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2026/04/16

8. Annie Fixler warns of sophisticated cyber threats from China and Russia. She highlights the danger of AI discovering software vulnerabilities and China's Volt Typhoon prepositioning within US critical infrastructure.

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12:07

S8 Ep751: 7. Annie Fixler details Iranian cyber...

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2026/04/16

7. Annie Fixler details Iranian cyber strikes against critical infrastructure, including Jordanian wheat silos and US medical firms. She explains how Tehran pairs digital attacks with psychological operations to maximize disruption.1574

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S8 Ep751: 3. Steve Yates analyzes Taiwan's security,...

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2026/04/16

3. Steve Yates analyzes Taiwan's security, noting that Beijing should be deterred by US displays of capability in Venezuela and Iran. He observes Taiwanese skepticism toward CCP dialogue and peace overtures.1521

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S8 Ep734: 4. The COVID-19 pandemic and severe...

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2026/04/12

4. The COVID-19 pandemic and severe lockdowns shattered public trust, triggering economic deflation and a burst real estate bubble. Municipalities now face extreme debt distress, leaving them unable to pay workers. Xi Jinping has prioritized surveillance and national security over economic restoration, signaling the dream's retreat. (4)1903

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13:46

S8 Ep734: 3. The 21st century saw massive cash...

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2026/04/12

3. The 21st century saw massive cash infusions creating “ghost cities” and excessive infrastructure. China’s cement consumption and loan volume surpassed historic US benchmarks while billionaires like Jack Ma were suppressed. The Belt and Road Initiative then attempted to export this excess capital into international markets. (3)1903

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S8 Ep734: 2. Post-Tiananmen, China embraced “red...

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2026/04/12

2. Post-Tiananmen, China embraced “red capitalism,” where “princelings”—children of political leaders—controlled investment nodes and equity. The party launched “golden projects” for surveillance while managing the 1998 crisis by recapitalizing banks through asset management companies to hide bad debt that was never truly resolved. (2)1903

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S8 Ep734: 1. Anne Stevenson-Yang recounts China’s...

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2026/04/12

1. Anne Stevenson-Yang recounts China’s transition from a poverty-stricken Maoist culture to an export-driven economy. Deng Xiaoping initiated this shift to acquire hard currency, establishing Special Economic Zones like Shenzhen. This era birthed an elite class of well-connected officials who began separating capital from traditional ministries. (1)1903

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S8 Ep733: 4. Guest Author: Eric J. Dolin. After their...

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2026/04/12

4. Guest Author: Eric J. Dolin. After their eventual rescue, Barnard regretfully leaves his dog, Scent, with a Britishcaptain for a better life. Returning to New York bankrupt, Barnard and the ship’s owners successfully appeal the seizure of the *Nanina*. Barnard later published his memoirs in 1829, documenting his incredible ordeal. (4)1914 FALKLANDS

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S8 Ep733: 3. Guest Author: Eric J. Dolin. Charles...

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2026/04/12

3. Guest Author: Eric J. Dolin. Charles Barnard rescues the *Isabella* castaways, but British Lieutenant D'Aranda betrays him, seizing the *Nanina* as a prize of war. D'Aranda abandons Barnard's hunting party, who survive 534 days in wretched conditions. Their survival is largely credited to Barnard’s heroic dog, Scent, who hunted wild hogs. (3)1890 FALKLANDS

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S8 Ep733: 2. Guest Author: Eric J. Dolin. This...

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2026/04/12

2. Guest Author: Eric J. Dolin. This segment explores the harsh Falkland Islands environment and the varieties of seals hunted for skins and oil. It also details the shipwreck of the *Isabella*, a vessel carrying British convicts and Marines. Captain George Higton’s negligence led the ship to crash, leaving fifty-four people stranded. (2)1849 FALKLANDS

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