The John Batchelor Show

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S8 Ep756: 6. Evan Ellis details China's deep penetration in Peru, centered on the Chancay port controlled by Cosco. Corruption within Peruvian institutions allows Beijing to dominate strategic sectors like mining and Pacific maritime routes.vvv

S8 Ep756: 5. Evan Ellis reports on Peru's runoff between Keiko Fujimori and leftist Roberto Sanchez. Sanchez's ties to Vladimir Cerron and Cuba raise concerns about a return to radical leftist governance in Peru.

S8 Ep756: 4. Anatol Lieven warns of a global recession fueled by oil shocks and Middle East conflict. He describes Donald Trump as a wrecking ball for American international reputation and diplomatic relations in Europe.

S8 Ep756: 3. Anatol Lieven evaluates Hungary's election, where Peter Magyar defeated Viktor Orbán. This victory could lift blocks on Ukrainian aid, though Hungary remains dependent on Russian energy and faces European economic hurdles.

S8 Ep756: 2. Tom Modly explains the Golden Fleet concept, featuring a potential 40,000-ton battleship. He emphasizes the need for naval agility and drone integration using the LCS to counter Iranian and Russian battlefield innovations.

S8 Ep756: 1. Tom Modly analyzes the Navy's 2027 budget request. Secretary John Phelan proposes increasing ship orders to 34 vessels, aiming to expand industrial capacity and secure global oceans through battle force and support ships.

S8 Ep755: Preview for Later Today Phil Swan explores reducing space travel costs by bypassing the rocket equation. He proposes infrastructure like mass drivers, skyhooks, and orbiting launch stations to make transport between Earth, the Moon, and Mars economically

S8 Ep755: Preview for Later Today Mary O'Grady discusses the stalemate in Cuba, noting the regime's refusal to relinquish power. Debates persist over seeking justice for crimes against humanity versus allowing the junta to exit peacefully.

S8 Ep755: Preview for Later Today Anatol Lieven examines how Viktor Orbán's exit lifts the block on EU aid for Ukraine. While the loan may proceed, regional instability and potential recession threaten Europe's economic stability and debt.

S8 Ep755: Preview for Later Today Veronique de Rugy debunks the myth that taxing billionaires' total wealth can solve the US deficit. She notes confiscating all their assets would only cover a small fraction of the total debt.

S8 Ep754: Preview for Later Today Former Navy Secretary Tom Modly discusses the Golden Fleet proposal for the 2027 budget. He questions the lack of a long-term plan regarding ship retirements and sustainable funding for the fleet's growth.

S8 Ep754: Preview for Later Today Andrea Stricker analyzes Israel's strikes on Iranian dual-use facilities. She details how the regime co-mingles medical research with chemical weapons development, specifically highlighting a facility supplying fentanyl for the reg

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S8 Ep751: 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.

S8 Ep751: 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.

S8 Ep751: 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.

S8 Ep751: 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.

S8 Ep751: 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.

S8 Ep751: 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.

S8 Ep751: 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.

S8 Ep751: 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.

S8 Ep751: 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.

S8 Ep751: 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.

S8 Ep751: 6. Mary Kissel examines the stalling of Venezuela's transition by the Rodriguez family. She notes a significant regional shift toward right-of-center, pro-US governments in South America, including Brazil, Chile, and Colombia.

S8 Ep751: 5. Mary Kissel reports on ceasefire talks between Israel and Hezbollah at the State Department. She discusses the US Navy's blockade on Iran and regional support for neutralizing Tehran's long influence.

S8 Ep751: 4. Steve Yates critiques China's unsustainable plan to subsidize tech sectors to revive its economy. He highlights the strategic importance of Taiwan's semiconductor industry and its shift away from Mainland market investments.

S8 Ep751: 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.

S8 Ep751: 1. 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.

S8 Ep751: 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.

S8 Ep750: Preview for Later Today Jack Burnham discusses the security risks of Chinese tech companies, specifically Hikvision. He highlights its role as a top-tier PLA supplier and its use in surveillance for the mass detention of Uyghurs.

S8 Ep750: Preview for Later Today Simon Constable examines the surging price of urea fertilizer, which has climbed twenty percent in a month. This spike, caused by shipping blockades, forces farmers to shift to planting more soybean crops.

S8 Ep750: Preview for Later Today Ken Croswell explores the discovery of rogue black holes traveling through the Milky Way. He discusses the catastrophic consequences for our solar system while noting that such an encounter is still extremely unlikely.

S8 Ep750: Preview for Later Today Jim Fanell analyzes reports that China provided satellite data to help Iran target American bases. He explores methods for neutralizing these threats through cyber manipulation or spoofing rather than actual kinetic weaponization.

S8 Ep749: Preview for Later Today Annie Fixler discusses Anthropic's new AI model capable of rapidly identifying software vulnerabilities. She warns that China is racing to develop similar technology to use for its very own highly sophisticated cyberattacks.

S8 Ep749: Preview for Later Today Mary Kissel reviews allegations that Venezuelan leaders are stalling a political transition following Nicolas Maduro's detention. They are likely waiting for a more pliable US administration to eventually replace the current one.

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S8 Ep746: Military Purges and the Taiwan Threat Guest: Gordon Chang and Piero Tozzi Piero Tozzi and Gordon Chang analyze Xi Jinping’s military purges, specifically the removal of General Zhang Youxia

S8 Ep746: Military Purges and the Taiwan Threat Guest: Gordon Chang and Piero Tozzi Piero Tozzi and Gordon Chang analyze Xi Jinping’s military purges, specifically the removal of General Zhang Youxia

S8 Ep746: The Recurring Failures of Industrial Policy Guest: Veronique de Rugy Veronique de Rugy critiques the World Bank for endorsing industrial policies that failed in Japan and China. She warns that government-led protection creates economic distortions and rai

S8 Ep746: Naval Capabilities and Resupplying Iran Guest: Grant Newsham Grant Newsham asserts the US Navy can successfully blockade Hormuz. However, he warns that China is flagrantly resupplying Iran with rocket fuel components, testing American resolve and betting

S8 Ep746: King Charles III’s Strategic Diplomatic Visit Guest: Gregory Copley King Charles III will visit Washington to address Congress and repair ties between Donald Trump and Keir Starmer. Discussions center on the strategic importance of the Chagos Archipelago

S8 Ep746: Failed Leadership Models and Australian Fuel Shortages Guest: Gregory Copley Gregory Copley critiques the Venezuelan model for Iranian political transitions while detailing Australia's fuel crisis. Australian governments have neglected domestic refining,

S8 Ep746: Global Powers and the Iranian Clerical Collapse Guest: Gregory Copley Gregory Copley notes that while Russia gains oil revenue, China fears the collapse of Iran’s clerical government. Xi Jinping remains bunkered in Beijing, watching for popular uprisings

S8 Ep746: trategic Management of Global Maritime Chokepoints Guest: Gregory Copley Gregory Copley argues the US has turned the Strait of Hormuz blockade into a strategic advantage. Managing the Red Sea remains vital as Saudi Arabia fears regional escalation and bot

S8 Ep746: The Challenge of Iranian Nuclear Extraction Guest: Andrea Stricker Andrea Stricker discusses the technical difficulty of removing Iran’s 60% enriched uranium. Extracting fissile material and centrifuges is essential to preventing a nuclear breakout, thoug

S8 Ep746: Dismantling Authoritarian Information Warfare Networks Guest: Ivana Stradner Ivana Stradner emphasizes dismantling Viktor Orban’s state-controlled information networks following his defeat. She warns that Vladimir Putin continues to use psychological warf

S8 Ep746: Ground Maneuvers and Diplomacy in Lebanon Guest: Jonathan Schanzer Jonathan Schanzer reports on Israel’s efforts to establish a security zone against Hezbollah. Simultaneously, the Lebanese and Israeli governments are engaging in unprecedented direct dipl

S8 Ep746: Implementing an Economic Siege on Iran Guest: Jonathan Schanzer Jonathan Schanzer details the US naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. This strategic economic war aims to deprive the Iranian regime of hundreds of millions of dollars in daily oil and gas