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S8 Ep1118:   Truman&#39;s Rally and the Brave Dissent of Margaret Chase Smith GUEST: Nick Bunker In May 1950, a politically wounded Harry Truman embarked on a western tour to rebuild momentum and refocus the nation on his &quot;Fair Deal.&quot; Despite a high-profile Chicago rall
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Truman&#39;s Rally and the Brave Dissent of Margaret Chase Smith GUEST: Nick Bunker In May 1950, a politically wounded Harry Truman embarked on a western tour to rebuild momentum and refocus the nation on his &quot;Fair Deal.&quot; Despite a high-profile Chicago rally featuring stars like Elizabeth Taylor, his approval ratings continued to plummet amid the ongoing coal strike and corruption scandals in citie...
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S8 Ep1118: NSC-68: The Blueprint for Cold War Rearmament GUEST: Nick Bunker Following the 1949 Soviet atomic test, Paul Nitze and Dean Acheson drafted NSC-68, a top-secret strategic document that defined the Cold War struggle. The document portrayed the Soviet threa
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NSC-68: The Blueprint for Cold War Rearmament GUEST: Nick Bunker Following the 1949 Soviet atomic test, Paul Nitze and Dean Acheson drafted NSC-68, a top-secret strategic document that defined the Cold War struggle. The document portrayed the Soviet threat in the &quot;starkest, grimmest possible terms,&quot; identifying 1954 as the &quot;year of maximum danger.&quot; To counter Soviet military spending — estimate...
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S8 Ep1118: Stalin&#39;s Strategic Shift and the Path to the Korean War GUEST: Nick Bunker Throughout 1949, Stalin was skeptical of Kim Il-sung&#39;s plan to invade South Korea, doubting North Korea&#39;s capability and the strategic rationale. However, in January 1950, Stalin a
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Stalin&#39;s Strategic Shift and the Path to the Korean War GUEST: Nick Bunker Throughout 1949, Stalin was skeptical of Kim Il-sung&#39;s plan to invade South Korea, doubting North Korea&#39;s capability and the strategic rationale. However, in January 1950, Stalin abruptly authorized the planning of the attack. This shift was fueled by several factors: his newfound confidence in Mao as an ally and the per...
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S8 Ep1118: The Hiss Perjury Conviction and the Ignition of the McCarthy Era GUEST: Nick Bunker On January 25, 1950, the conviction of Alger Hiss for perjury electrified American politics, seemingly validating Republican claims that Washington was &quot;full of communist 
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The Hiss Perjury Conviction and the Ignition of the McCarthy Era GUEST: Nick Bunker On January 25, 1950, the conviction of Alger Hiss for perjury electrified American politics, seemingly validating Republican claims that Washington was &quot;full of communist subversives.&quot; Seizing the moment, Dean Acheson made a controversial statement of personal loyalty to Hiss, which Joe McCarthy immediately used...
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S8 Ep1118: The Domestic Crisis: Coal Strikes and the 1950 Winter of Discontent GUEST: Nick Bunker Despite the escalating Cold War, Harry Truman viewed the winter 1950 coal strike as his &quot;greatest test.&quot; Coal was essential for heating homes and running trains, and a 
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The Domestic Crisis: Coal Strikes and the 1950 Winter of Discontent GUEST: Nick Bunker Despite the escalating Cold War, Harry Truman viewed the winter 1950 coal strike as his &quot;greatest test.&quot; Coal was essential for heating homes and running trains, and a total shutdown early that year threatened the nation&#39;s basic functions. John L. Lewis, the fiery leader of the United Mine Workers, launched t...
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S8 Ep1118: Republican Opposition: The Intellectual Force of Robert Taft and the Rise of McCarthy GUEST: Nick Bunker Senator Robert Taft, known as &quot;Mr. Conservative,&quot; was a dominant intellectual force in the Republican Party, preparing for a potential 1952 presidenti
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Republican Opposition: The Intellectual Force of Robert Taft and the Rise of McCarthy GUEST: Nick BunkerSenator Robert Taft, known as &quot;Mr. Conservative,&quot; was a dominant intellectual force in the Republican Party, preparing for a potential 1952 presidential run. Moving away from pre-war isolationism, Taft became a staunch &quot;Asia first&quot; advocate, pushing for the defense of Taiwan with the U.S. Nav...
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S8 Ep1118: The Moscow Summit: Stalin and Mao&#39;s Suspicious Alliance GUEST: Nick Bunker In late 1949, Mao Zedong traveled to Moscow seeking Joseph Stalin&#39;s sponsorship for the nascent People&#39;s Republic of China. Mao required financial aid, an air force, and recognitio
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The Moscow Summit: Stalin and Mao&#39;s Suspicious Alliance GUEST: Nick Bunker In late 1949, Mao Zedongtraveled to Moscow seeking Joseph Stalin&#39;s sponsorship for the nascent People&#39;s Republic of China. Mao required financial aid, an air force, and recognition as an equal leader in the communist world. Stalin, however, was a wary and suspicious character who initially treated Mao with distance to en...
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S8 Ep1118: Truman&#39;s Post-Election Struggles and the Rise of Dean Acheson GUEST: Nick Bunker By Labor Day 1949, President Harry Truman&#39;s optimistic mood following his 1948 victory had soured as he was &quot;overtaken by events.&quot; A post-election recession created a $5 bill
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Truman&#39;s Post-Election Struggles and the Rise of Dean Acheson GUEST: Nick Bunker By Labor Day 1949, President Harry Truman&#39;s optimistic mood following his 1948 victory had soured as he was &quot;overtaken by events.&quot; A post-election recession created a $5 billion budget deficit, stalling his &quot;Fair Deal&quot; liberal reforms. Simultaneously, the communist takeover of China provided a grim backdrop to his ...
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The provided transcript features a wide-ranging conversation between host John Batchelor and Jeff Bliss regarding current events in California and Las Vegas. The dialogue begins with local issues, including beach regulations in San Diego, the impact of El Niño on surf conditions, and the political fallo...
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S8 Ep1116: Headline: Italian Summer: Over-Tourism, Extreme Heat, and the Charm of Bassano del Grappa Guest: Lorenzo Fiori Lorenzo Fiori describes record-breaking heat and humidity in Italy, suggesting tourists visit Bassano del Grappa to avoid crowds. He discusses t
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Headline: Las Vegas Sports Expansion and the &quot;Secret Menu&quot; at In-N-Out Guest: Jeff Bliss Bliss discusses the potential for an NBA team in Las Vegas, possibly named the &quot;Las Vegas Jacks.&quot; He also highlights the famous In-N-Out &quot;secret menu,&quot; explaining &quot;animal style&quot; burgers and fries. Seattle remains a top contender for a returning NBAfranchise alongside Las Vegas. (2)
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SCHEDULE FOR THE JBS, 7-9-2026.
1930  BRAZIL ARGENTINA WORLD CUP.

Anatol Lieven discusses the impact of the Ukraine war on Russian consumers and potential peace terms. He suggests Russia might settle if it abandons Donbass demands, provided the West bars Ukrainian NATOmembership. Currently, the Russian military is advancing slowly while enduring huge casualties and economic suffering. (1)
ZAna...
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Veronique de Rugy uses a 700-year-old Siena fresco to discuss the virtues of good governance. The artwork illustrates that a flourishing society requires the rule of law and justice. She cautions that modern industrial policies and government cronyism represent the same arbitrary governance the fresco warns against. (16)

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Thomas Savidge argues for stringent budget reforms and spending cuts to address the fiscal crisis. He notes that while many elected officials recognize the problem, the priority of political reelection prevents them from making unpopular decisions, leaving the country in a cycle of unsustainable federal spending. (14)
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Thomas Savidge warns that the US national debt is reaching dangerous levels relative to GDP. He explains that rising interest costs are now exceeding national defense spending, which threatens to stifle the productive economy and lead to a decreased standard of living for the average American taxpayer. (13)
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S8 Ep1112: Josh Dean explores the Area 51 mysteries and the Gary Powers incident. Many UFO sightings were actually spy planes like the U-2, tested in secret. Despite the shootdown of Powers in 1960, Johnson had already begun developing the Mach 3.2 Blackbird to main
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Josh Dean explores the Area 51 mysteries and the Gary Powers incident. Many UFO sightings were actually spy planes like the U-2, tested in secret. Despite the shootdown of Powers in 1960, Johnson had already begun developing the Mach 3.2 Blackbird to maintain an intelligence advantage. (9)
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Josh Dean details the CIA-led U-2 program, designed for high-altitude reconnaissance over the Soviet Union. To achieve 70,000 feet, Johnson created a lightweight glider-like plane. This required the invention of specialized pressure suits for pilots, providing nearly 75% of intelligence gathered during the Cold War. (8)
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Josh Dean explains the Skunk Works method through the development of the F-104 Starfighter. Johnson demanded total control and minimal oversight from the Air Force, focusing on speed and climb. His test pilots, including Tony LeVier, formed an intimate, trusted team that operated like &quot;cowboys&quot;. (7)
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Josh Dean describes the early days of the Lockheed Corporation and the birth of Skunk Works. After saving the company by fixing the Electra, Kelly Johnson promised a jet fighter in just six months. Operating out of a circus tent, his team produced the P-80 in 143 days. (6)
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Josh Dean introduces Kelly Johnson, the brilliant engineer behind the P-38 fighter. Born to hardworking Swedishparents, Johnson overcame poverty to become a legend in aviation. His industrious nature and early mastery of aeronautics led him to Lockheed, where he would transform the industry during WWII. (5)

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S8 Ep1112: Mariam Wahba reports on the brutal persecution of Christians under the Chinese Communist Party&#39;s &quot;sinicization&quot; policy. This effort involves rewriting the Bible and mandating state-sanctioned clergy to ensure religion serves the state. Despite this, the u
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Mariam Wahba reports on the brutal persecution of Christians under the Chinese Communist Party&#39;s &quot;sinicization&quot; policy. This effort involves rewriting the Bible and mandating state-sanctioned clergy to ensure religion serves the state. Despite this, the underground church continues to grow, posing a challenge to CCP authority. (4)
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Anatol Lieven explores a potential peace compromise and the risks of escalation. He notes that while Ukraine can make Russia suffer via drone strikes on energy infrastructure, aerial bombardment alone will not force a surrender. A single miscalculation could lead to a direct clash between Russia and NATO. (2)
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Anatol Lieven discusses the impact of the Ukraine war on Russian consumers and potential peace terms. He suggests Russia might settle if it abandons Donbass demands, provided the West bars Ukrainian NATO membership. Currently, the Russian military is advancing slowly while enduring huge casualties and economic suffering. (1)
1899 CUBA
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Preview for Later Today: Josh Dean discusses the Lockheed Skunk Works and the U-2 spy plane&#39;s history. He details the Soviet Union&#39;s frustration as their radar detected the high-altitude aircraft, yet their defenses were unable to intercept it. (1)
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