The John Batchelor Show

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The John Batchelor Show

S8 Ep716: 9. Russia Profiteering from Oil Turmoil Guest: Michael Bernstam. Michael Bernstam explains how Russia benefits from high oil prices and the disruption of shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. Moscow uses increased revenues to fund its war efforts while pressu

S8 Ep716: 8. Jihadist Threats to Congolese Mining Guest: Caleb Weiss. Caleb Weiss reports on an Islamic State attack targeting a Chinese-owned mine in Congo, led by a violent Tanzanian commander. Meanwhile, Nigeria struggles with internal instability as regional al

S8 Ep716: 7. Al-Shabaab’s Infiltration Tactics Guest: Caleb Weiss. Caleb Weiss details a recent Al-Shabaab prison raid in Somalia where attackers disguised themselves as intelligence operatives. The strategic strike demonstrated the government's persistent security

S8 Ep716: 6. Fragmentation of British Politics Guest: Simon Constable. Simon Constable analyzes the fragmentation within the UK's Labor majority and the emergence of the Green Party. Polling suggests voters are divided among tactical coalitions, making leadership c

S8 Ep716: 5. Global Commodities and Energy Shifts Guest: Simon Constable. Simon Constable reports on volatile energy markets and falling gold prices as the Strait of Hormuz enters a ceasefire. Meanwhile, high copper prices have triggered a surge in organized theft

S8 Ep716: 4. The New Lunar Laser Race Guest: Rick Fischer. Rick Fischer explains how Artemis 2 demonstrated laser communications, providing denser data transmission than radio. This technology is essential for monitoring Chinese lunar activities as the race to the

S8 Ep716: 3. U.S. Naval Performance in the Gulf Guest: Rebecca Grant. Rebecca Grant praises the U.S. Navy’s successful defense against Iranian missile attacks during Operation Epic Fury. However, she warns that the scale of operations highlights a fleet that is cur

S8 Ep716: 2. China Exploits Western Alliances Guest: Charles Burton. Charles Burton explains how Canadian elites are turning toward China due to a distaste for current U.S. policies. This shift benefits Beijing, which presents itself as a stable partner despite its

S8 Ep716: 1. Canada’s Shifting Trade Alliances Guest: Charles Burton. Charles Burton discusses China's attempts to enter the Trans-Pacific Partnership using leverage in Canada. He warns that Ottawa’s potential support for Beijing undermines the agreement's purpose

S8 Ep715: PREVEW FOR LATER. GUEST: Rebecca Grant. Grant awards the US Navy an &quot;outstanding&quot; grade for recent exospheric missile intercepts and drone defenses, highlighting the air wings' excellence in protecting key targets against threats from Iran. (6)

S8 Ep714: PREVIEW: Guest Bob Zimmerman attributes SpaceX's Starship launch delays to the transition to Version 3 hardware and a rebuilt launchpad. These complete redesigns prioritize long-term efficiency, which will enable much more frequent and rapid future launch

S8 Ep713: PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUEST: Caleb Weiss. Weiss describes a violent ISIS attack on Chinese-operated gold mines in the Congo. The raid was led by Abu Awakas, a notorious commander responsible for linking local militants with the broader Islamic State. (4)

S8 Ep713: PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUEST: Myron Magnet. Magnet discusses John Adams’ successful handling of the XYZ Affair. Although his peace treaty arrived too late to save his presidency, it ultimately bequeathed a powerful and profoundly peaceful nation to Thomas Jef

S8 Ep713: PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUEST: Gordon Chang. Chang analyzes how China exploits global instability and anti-Trump sentiment to undermine the international system, gaining strategic &quot;runway&quot; while the United States and its NATO partners struggle with internal an

S8 Ep713: PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUEST: Charles Burton. Burton explores how disinformation and elite interests are shifting Canadian public opinion toward China as a trade partner, despite its tyrannical nature, fueled by a perceived threat from the United States,. (1)

S8 Ep712: STREAMING THE MAKING OF THE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, TUESDAY 4-7-2026. 1905 PEKING STREET IN SHANGHAI.

S8 Ep711: JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW SCHEDULE, TUESDAY 4 -7-2026. 1521 HORMUZ STRAIT.

S8 Ep710: 16. KING CHARLES AND THE ANGLO-AMERICAN ALLIANCE. GREGORY COPLEY. Gregory Copley discusses the King’s role in mending rifts between unpopular US and UK leaders. The visit celebrates American independence while offering the King a platform to improve dip

S8 Ep710: 15. VIETNAM WAR LESSONS FOR MODERN CONFLICT. GREGORY COPLEY. Copley warns that alienation from the government and a lack of defined victory objectives could lead to strategic catastrophe. He notes Trump has alienated allies who previously supported US end

S8 Ep710: 14. THE IRANIAN STANDOFF AND STRATEGIC DEADLOCK. GREGORY COPLEY. Gregory Copley compares the conflict to a Korean-style stalemate where Iranian leadership refuses to provide a face-saving exit. Russia and China continue supporting Iran by providing missil

S8 Ep710: 12. AI SMUGGLING AND CIVILIAN-MILITARY FUSION. DAVID SHEDD AND JACK BURNHAM. The guests detail illicit efforts to smuggle Nvidia chips and steal American AI models through &quot;adversarial distillation&quot;. They highlight China’s strategic plan to acquire Wester

S8 Ep710: 11. CHINESE ESPIONAGE AND THE ROBOTICS THREAT. DAVID SHEDD AND JACK BURNHAM. Experts examine the Schumer-Cotton bill targeting Chinese robotics, warning that these technologies contain software egress points for data theft. They argue this follows a long-

S8 Ep710: 10. UK POLITICAL INSTABILITY AND THE KING’S VISIT. JOSEPH STERNBERG. Sternberg discusses Keir Starmer’s unpopularity and the upcoming royal visit to America. He suggests the visit offers an opportunity to repair the special relationship despite deep strat

S8 Ep710: 9. GERMAN ECONOMIC REFORM AND LARS KLINGBEIL. JOSEPH STERNBERG. Joseph Sternberg profiles the Finance Minister’s supply-side proposals, including tax reforms and labor law flexibility. These initiatives aim to revive the German economy and reclaim voters

S8 Ep710: 8. THE IDF CAMPAIGN TO DEFANG HEZBOLLAH. JONATHAN SCHANZER. Jonathan Schanzer reports on Israel’s efforts to establish a buffer zone in southern Lebanon to prevent rocket attacks. He reveals that the IDF has already destroyed roughly 80% of Hezbollah’s ar

S8 Ep710: 7. ESCALATION AND IRAN’S REFUSAL TO NEGOTIATE. JONATHAN SCHANZER. Schanzer details the five-man collective governing Iran and their commitment to revolutionary martyrdom. He describes US strikes on infrastructure while questioning if Pakistan is acting as

S8 Ep710: 6. THE EBB TIDE OF SOCIALISM IN SOUTH AMERICA. MARY KISSEL. Kissel discusses right-of-center political shifts in Venezuela and Chile, crediting Marco Rubio for fostering regional economic growth. She calls for a transition of power to benefit the Cuban pe

S8 Ep710: 5. DIPLOMATIC STRATEGY IN GLOBAL CONFLICTS. MARY KISSEL. Mary Kissel outlines the State Department’s roles in economic diplomacy and humanitarian coordination during global crises. She emphasizes the necessity of consistent messaging between the White Hou

S8 Ep710: 4. FAR-RIGHT GAINS IN EAST GERMAN ELECTIONS. JUDY DEMPSEY. Dempsey analyzes the AfD’s momentum in East Germany, where pacifist sentiment and economic resentment drive support. The far-right party now contests Chancellor Mertz’s coalition in upcoming regio

S8 Ep710: 3. EUROPE’S ENERGY CRISIS AND THE TRANSATLANTIC RIFT. JUDY DEMPSEY. Judy Dempsey reports on soaring German and French energy costs necessitating diesel subsidies. She highlights European distrust of the American administration and the fraying of tradition

S8 Ep710: 2. REPUBLICAN MIDTERM STRATEGY AND THE ECONOMY. ELIZABETH PEEK. Voter focus has shifted from the border to cost-of-living issues that skyrocketed under current leadership. Peek notes Republicans struggle with messaging despite initiatives to lower healthc

S8 Ep710: 1. FEDERAL RESERVE’S LIMITED ROLE IN INFLATION. ELIZABETH PEEK. Elizabeth Peek explains that the Fed cannot control supply-shock inflation caused by the Strait of Hormuz closure. She warns that upcoming reports will reflect soaring diesel prices currently

S8 Ep709: PREVIEW FOR LATER HEADLINE: King Charles III’s Transition and the Special Relationship GUEST: Gregory Copley SUMMARY: Gregory Copley examines King Charles III's health-related pullback from public duties to train Prince William. This transition aims to pr

S8 Ep708: PREVIEW FOR LATER (1) HEADLINE: US-Cuba Diplomatic Transition and Democracy GUEST: Mary Kissel SUMMARY: Mary Kissel examines State Department efforts to transition Cuba toward democracy and hemisphere transparency. Success requires defanging current leade

S8 Ep708: PREVIEW FOR LATER (3) HEADLINE: Economic Issues Shaping Republican Midterm Prospects GUEST: Liz Peek SUMMARY: Liz Peek discusses how historical midterm cycles favor the party out of power. Republicans struggle as voter attention shifts from immigration to

S8 Ep708: PREVIEW FOR LATER (7) HEADLINE: China’s Strategic Playbook for Technology Theft GUEST: David Shedd SUMMARY: David Shedd explains China’s systematic approach to stealing Western technology, focusing on AI and robotics. This strategy utilizes civilian-milit

S8 Ep708: PREVIEW FOR LATER (9) HEADLINE: Reforming German Labor Laws for Innovation GUEST: Joseph Sternberg SUMMARY: Joseph Sternberg discusses German proposals to simplify firing employees to stimulate business innovation. Currently, rigid labor laws discourage c

S8 Ep707: PREVIEW FOR LATER (1) HEADLINE: The Five Men Ruling the Iranian State (2) GUEST: Jonathan Schanzer (3) SUMMARY: Jonathan Schanzer identifies five key figures ruling Iran while the Ayatollah is reportedly incapacitated. These leaders, including Mohammad Ba

S8 Ep706: STREAMING THE MAKING OF THE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, MONDAY 4-6-2026, 1911 GRAIN MARKET PERSIA

S8 Ep705: JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW SCHEDULE, MONDAY 4-6-2026. 1918 PARADE OF THE SOUTH PERSIAN RIFLES.

S8 Ep704: 16. Political Reconciliation and Legal Disorder in Canada Guest: Conrad Black Summary: Conrad Black critiques the recommendations of Justin Trudeau’s reconciliation policies. He warns that prioritizing original land titles over established property righ

S8 Ep704: 15. The Legal Crisis of Aboriginal Title in British Columbia Guest: Mary Anastasia O’Grady Summary: A landmark court ruling in British Columbia has granted Aboriginal title priority over private property rights. This creates economic uncertainty and raise

S8 Ep704: 14. North Korea’s Role as the Arsenal of Tyranny Guest: Greg Scarlatoiu and Gordon Chang Summary: Kim Jong-un is expanding his nuclear and conventional arsenal to ensure regime survival. North Korea has become a key proliferator, supplying weapons to Russ

S8 Ep704: 13. Chinese and Russian Involvement in Downing U.S. Aircraft Guest: General Blaine Holt and Gordon Chang Summary: Following the downing of an F-15E, experts suspect China or Russia supplied Iran with passive infrared detection systems. This signals a majo

S8 Ep704: 12. Shifting War Aims and the Strategic Importance of Hormuz Guest: Edmund Fitton-Brown and Bill Roggio Summary: U.S. war aims have expanded to include reopening the Strait of Hormuz. The discussion highlights how Iranian aggression has united Gulf allies

S8 Ep704: 11. The Tuesday Deadline and the Survival of the Islamic Republic Guest: Edmund Fitton-Brown and Bill Roggio Summary: President Trump has set a final Tuesday deadline for an Iranian ceasefire, which the IRGC is likely to ignore. Experts argue the regime v

S8 Ep704: 10. The Kidnapping of Shelley Kittleson in Baghdad Guest: Bridget Tumi and Bill Roggio Summary: Kata'ib Hezbollah has abducted an American journalist in Baghdad to use as leverage for prisoner exchanges. Guests discuss the militia's deep integration into

S8 Ep704: 9. Life in Tehran and the Hope for Regime Collapse Guest: Jonathan Sayeh and Bill Roggio Summary: Jonathan Sayeh reports on the declining legitimacy of the Iranian regime among the population. While desertions are increasing, the IRGC remains resilient, a

S8 Ep704: 8. The Collapse of Cuban Influence in South America Guest: Ernesto Araújo and Alejandro Peña Esclusa Summary: Experts analyze the fragility of the Cuban regime and its diminishing impact on Venezuela and Brazil. They note improvements in Venezuela's econo

S8 Ep704: 7. Presidential Elections and Political Shifting in Peru Guest: Ernesto Araújo and Alejandro Peña Esclusa Summary: Keiko Fujimori leads Peru’s presidential polls amidst a crowded field of thirty candidates. The discussion highlights a regional shift towar

S8 Ep715: PREVEW FOR LATER. GUEST: Rebecca Grant. Grant awards the US Navy an "outstanding" grade for recent exospheric missile intercepts and drone defenses, highlighting the air wings' excellence in protecting key targets against threats from Iran. (6)

S8 Ep713: PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUEST: Gordon Chang. Chang analyzes how China exploits global instability and anti-Trump sentiment to undermine the international system, gaining strategic "runway" while the United States and its NATO partners struggle with internal an

S8 Ep710: 12. AI SMUGGLING AND CIVILIAN-MILITARY FUSION. DAVID SHEDD AND JACK BURNHAM. The guests detail illicit efforts to smuggle Nvidia chips and steal American AI models through "adversarial distillation". They highlight China’s strategic plan to acquire Wester