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The John Batchelor Show

John Batchelor
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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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Jeff Bliss reports a deadly avalanche in Lake Tahoe claimed nine lives due to dry uncompacted snow, severe storms are causing heavy snowfall at Donner Pass and flooding the Los Angeles River, while Las Vegas faces declining foot traffic and Los A... more

Professor Richard Epstein predicts the Supreme Court may strike down tariffs, arguing that trade deficits do not constitute legal emergencies, while also discussing the potential for the Court to preserve the Federal Reserve'sindependence from execut... more

Professor Richard Epstein of the CIVITAS INSTITUTE analyzes constitutional limits of presidential authority to fire independent agency officials, discussing historical precedents like Humphrey's Executor and critiquing legal reasoning behind maintain... more

Veronique de Rugy of the Mercatus Center explains how bipartisan spending on entitlement programs like Social Security and Medicare drives national debt, arguing that American consumers, not foreign nations, primarily bear the economic burden of tari... more

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Sir Henry Sokolski
Critic of nuclear proliferation policies
Episode: S8 Ep490: SHOW SCHEDULE 2-20-26
Sir Max Hastings
Author of 'Sword Beach, D-Day Baptism by Fire'
Episode: S8 Ep489: Sir Max Hastings details the daring glider assault to capture the Orne River bridge, where Major John Howard's troops achieved total surprise, securing a vital link for British airborne and seaborne forces on D-Day itself. 9
Sadinand Dume
Colleague at the American Enterprise Institute and writer for the Wall Street Journal editorial page
American Enterprise Institute
Episode: S8 Ep482: File: P-DHUME-2-19.mp3 Headline: Turmoil and Radicalization in Bangladesh Guest Name: Sadinand Dum 25 Word Summary: Following recent riots and the prime minister's flight to India, Bangladesh faces severe political turmoil as radical Islamist group Jamaat
Anatol Leven
Colleague at the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft
Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft
Episode: S8 Ep482: File: P-LIEVEN-2-18.mp3 Headline: The European Left's Stance on Ukraine and Expansion Guest Name: Anatol Leven 25 Word Summary: The European left supports defending Europe but strongly opposes further NATO and EU expansion, viewing the European Union as a
Anna Stradner
Colleague of John Batchelor at the Foundation for Defense of Democracy
Foundation for Defense of Democracy
Episode: S8 Ep482: File: P-STRADNER-2-19.mp3 Headline: Viktor Orban's Continued Reliance on Russian Energy Guest Name: Stradner 25 Word Summary: Hungarian leader Viktor Orban falsely claims a lack of alternatives to Russian gas, prioritizing his grip on power and ties to Mo
Kamran Bokhari
Senior Director at the New Lines Institute for Strategy and Policy
New Lines Institute for Strategy and Policy
Episode: S8 Ep478: 8. Internal Power Struggles Within Iran's Military Tensions rise between the IRGC and the regular army as the regime faces increasing US pressure. Guest: Kamran Bokhari, Gordon Chang
Professor Michael Munger
Professor of Political Science and Economics at Duke University
Duke University
Episode: S8 Ep455: Michael Munger reviews George Selgin's book False Dawn, arguing that regime uncertainty from FDR's arbitrary New Deal policies hindered investment and actually prolonged the Great Depression.
Henry Sikolsky
Nuclear Policy Expert
Episode: S8 Ep453: SHOW SCHEDULE 2-12-2026
Michael Burnham
Colleague at the Hoover Institution
Hoover Institution
Episode: S8 Ep450: PREVIEW FOR LATER TODAY Guest: Michael Bernstam. India continues purchasing Russian oil through intermediaries like Egypt to secure deep discounts, while China absorbs any reduced Indian export volumes.

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John Batchelor
Host of The John Batchelor Show; known for insightful discussions on current events and world affairs.

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 3.1k ratings
  • Show format

    The John bachelor show is perhaps the best podcast to know what is happening in our nation in world! My only request is to tap one time to hear all of today’s shows.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    63(($2754
    United States21 days ago
  • Brilliant content/CBS destroys with commercials!

    Still quality show but the ads make it almost unbearable. It’s overkill. The first and last min is the same commercials over and again. Good portion of the segments.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Project Pratt
    United Statesa month ago
  • Need John everywhere

    I have expanded my knowledge and interests through John and his wide-ranging intellect. Every young person in America should be required to listen to John, if only to be exposed to good vocabulary not often found elsewhere in contemporary media. He is delightful, literate and fair minded, a true gentleman and a joy to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Little Wise Owl.
    United States2 months ago
  • Decline

    John is a master of long format journalism. However, he is no longer able to practice his expertise because since his migration to the CBS chop shop his format has been splintered to make it unrecognizable. Hopefully, new management at the network will shut down the chop shop and let John do what he does best.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Emerald City Man
    United States2 months ago
  • Great program

    I have listened for years and learned a lot. I am a professional meteorologist and have learned many issues with the climate change people especially the ones from Europe. But the reason for this review is John Hardie’s audio. I can hear every other guest just fine. But I think John Hardie’s microphone is on speaker phone. There seems to be a faint echo when he is on air. Or his internet connection is poor. I hope you never retire John Batchelor!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Twister624
    United States2 months ago

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Listeners often express gratitude for the insightful coverage of international relations and historical contexts, acknowledging the host's expertise and interview style as highly informative. There are concerns about the increasing amount of promotional content, which detracts from the listening experience. Overall, feedback indicates a dedicated audience looking for reliable news analysis.
Many listeners appreciate the in-depth political and global news analysis, noting its intellectual rigor and the quality of guests. There are criticisms about the show's formatting, particularly regarding ads and episode structure, which some find frustrating. The host is praised for bringing diverse perspectives but may be perceived as leaning toward certain political biases by others.

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S8 Ep476: Alejandro Peña Esclusa discusses the reported capture of Nicolás Maduro, described as a Cuban asset and drug cartel leader, noting Venezuelans are cautiously celebrating with open protests while threats remain from radical groups and international frictio
Q: Are they safe? Are they going to be abused, speaking out with pictures?
There is concern for their safety due to the regime's repression, but they are brave and aware that conditions have changed after Maduro's capture.
S8 Ep476: Alejandro Peña Esclusa details his transition from businessman to Venezuela's first political prisoner as Hugo Chávez, aided by the São Paulo Forum, dismantled democracy, recounting cacerolazo pot-banging protests and how the regime systematically destroy
Q: When did you first were aware, if you can recall, in this century, when it was no longer acceptable to stand by and watch the abuse of the Venezuelan people?
Esclusa indicates that his awareness grew significantly after Chávez allied with Fidel Castro in 1995, leading him to actively engage in politics to combat the regime.
S8 Ep478: 1. US Naval Buildup Amidst Iran Negotiation Stalls Washington increases naval pressure as Iranian negotiators stall and China continues backing the regime amidst nuclear concerns. Guest: Victoria Coates, Gordon Chang
Q: Why haven't American administrations, both Biden and Trump, lowered the boom on China for keeping these wars going?
The Biden administration struggled with substantial dependency on China for renewable energy materials and climate strategies, which hindered their actions against them.

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1. Sir Henry Sokolski
2. Sir Max Hastings
3. Sadinand Dume
4. Anatol Leven
5. Anna Stradner
6. Kamran Bokhari
7. Professor Michael Munger
8. Henry Sikolsky

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