S8 Ep696: 2. Fanell and Thayer compare modern U.S. policy to Britain’s disastrous "10-year rule" after WWI, which hindered defense readiness. Fanell reflects on how the U.S. Navy ignored the rising PRC threat during the 1990s. They criticize the U.S. for maintainin
2. Fanell and Thayer compare modern U.S. policy to Britain’s disastrous "10-year rule" after WWI, which hindered defense readiness. Fanell reflects on how the U.S. Navy ignored the rising PRC threat during the 1990s. They criticize the U.S. for maintaining engagement after the Tiananmen Square massacre. (2) 1927 DUTCH MARINES IN SHANGHAI
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S8 Ep696: 1. James Fanell discusses China’s "Joint Sword 2024 Alpha" military exercises, describing them as an "Anaconda strategy" intended to blockade and pressure Taiwan following its presidential inauguration. He and Bradley Thayer argue that Washington's "neo-e
1. James Fanell discusses China’s "Joint Sword 2024 Alpha" military exercises, describing them as an "Anaconda strategy" intended to blockade and pressure Taiwan following its presidential inauguration. He and Bradley Thayer argue that Washington's "neo-engagement" policy has failed, allowing the CCP to exert influence over Americaninstitutions. (1) MAY 2 Q939 SHANGHAI
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S8 Ep695: Jeremy Zakis describes how his dog, Dallas, protects local magpies and rosellas from destructive cockatoos and miner birds. Dallas’s patrols have restored the backyard's equilibrium, allowing smaller, docile bird species to return home safely now,,. (2)
Jeremy Zakis describes how his dog, Dallas, protects local magpies and rosellas from destructive cockatoos and miner birds. Dallas’s patrols have restored the backyard's equilibrium, allowing smaller, docile bird species to return home safely now,,. (2) 1800
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S8 Ep695: Jeremy Zakis discusses the English cricket team's Ashes loss, highlighting their lack of preparation. Recent reports reveal players were involved in nightclub altercations before the series, undermining their "Bazball" strategy and overall team discipline
Jeremy Zakis discusses the English cricket team's Ashes loss, highlighting their lack of preparation. Recent reports reveal players were involved in nightclub altercations before the series, undermining their "Bazball" strategy and overall team discipline now,. (1) 1940
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S8 Ep695: Jeremy Zakis warns about venomous sea snakes appearing further south at the Sunshine Coast. A young man recently survived a bite due to rapid medical evacuation, highlighting the dangers of these large, aggressive, elusive reptiles,,. (4
Jeremy Zakis warns about venomous sea snakes appearing further south at the Sunshine Coast. A young man recently survived a bite due to rapid medical evacuation, highlighting the dangers of these large, aggressive, elusive reptiles,,. (4) NOVEMBER 1932
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S8 Ep695: Jeremy Zakis reports on an upcoming El Niño, threatening Australia with severe drought and heat. Meanwhile, a new monster cyclone is forming off Queensland, potentially retracing the destructive path of Cyclone Narelle across the north,. (3)
Jeremy Zakis reports on an upcoming El Niño, threatening Australia with severe drought and heat. Meanwhile, a new monster cyclone is forming off Queensland, potentially retracing the destructive path of Cyclone Narelle across the north,. (3) JUNE 1958
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S8 Ep694: 4. Turkel details the bipartisan U.S. response to the genocide, including entity sanctions and the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act. He highlights his work with U.S. officials to formalize the "genocide" determination. Despite being sanctioned by Chi
4. Turkel details the bipartisan U.S. response to the genocide, including entity sanctions and the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act. He highlights his work with U.S. officials to formalize the "genocide" determination. Despite being sanctioned by China, Turkel continues advocating through the Commission on International Religious Freedom. (4) 1905 GUANGZHOU
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S8 Ep694: 3. This segment examines the "tech genocide" targeting Uyghur women through forced sterilization and late-term abortions to suppress population growth. Turkel discusses the state-sponsored removal of nearly one million children. He also details how global
3. This segment examines the "tech genocide" targeting Uyghur women through forced sterilization and late-term abortions to suppress population growth. Turkel discusses the state-sponsored removal of nearly one million children. He also details how global supply chains are "polluted" by products manufactured through Uyghur forced labor. (3) 1905 SHANGHAI
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S8 Ep694: 2. Turkel recounts his 1970 birth in a Chinese re-education camp, illustrating that Uyghur persecution is a long-standing continuum. He describes his mother’s imprisonment and father’s forced labor for "ideological" crimes. Turkel eventually moved to the
2. Turkel recounts his 1970 birth in a Chinese re-education camp, illustrating that Uyghur persecution is a long-standing continuum. He describes his mother’s imprisonment and father’s forced labor for "ideological" crimes. Turkel eventually moved to the United States, becoming a lawyer and prominent advocate for his people. (2) 1793
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S8 Ep694: 1. Nury Turkel introduces his book, *No Escape*, detailing systematic brutality against Uyghurs in East Turkestan. He shares the harrowing account of scholar Abduweli Ayup, who witnessed the sadistic behavior of official Zhu Hailun. The segment highlights
1. Nury Turkel introduces his book, *No Escape*, detailing systematic brutality against Uyghurs in East Turkestan. He shares the harrowing account of scholar Abduweli Ayup, who witnessed the sadistic behavior of official Zhu Hailun. The segment highlights China’s use of "Potemkin villages" to deceive international human rights observers. (1) 1793
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S8 Ep693: 4. Pappalardo examines the Rangers' lives after the frontier closed. Captain Scott built railroads in Mexico, surviving further violence, while Brooks entered politics and founded Brooks County. Their stoic, disciplined style established the template for
4. Pappalardo examines the Rangers' lives after the frontier closed. Captain Scott built railroads in Mexico, surviving further violence, while Brooks entered politics and founded Brooks County. Their stoic, disciplined style established the template for modern Rangers, though their later years were often marked by personal loneliness and a grinding existence. (4) 1895 HOUSTON
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S8 Ep693: 3. The author follows Sergeant J.A. Brooks through a legal crisis after a fatal shootout in Indian Territory. Charged with murder, Brooks faced Judge Isaac Parker’s "dungeon" at Fort Smith. Despite a manslaughter conviction, political influence from Texas
3. The author follows Sergeant J.A. Brooks through a legal crisis after a fatal shootout in Indian Territory. Charged with murder, Brooks faced Judge Isaac Parker’s "dungeon" at Fort Smith. Despite a manslaughter conviction, political influence from Texas Democrats secured a presidential pardon from Grover Cleveland, successfully salvaging his very legendary career. (3) 1920 BRECKENRIDGE TEXAS
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S8 Ep693: 2. Pappalardo details Captain Will Scott’s modern law enforcement approach, utilizing undercover work and strategic intelligence. Amidst devastating blizzards and the rise of barbed wire, the Rangers acted as "agents of change". They enforced the transiti
2. Pappalardo details Captain Will Scott’s modern law enforcement approach, utilizing undercover work and strategic intelligence. Amidst devastating blizzards and the rise of barbed wire, the Rangers acted as "agents of change". They enforced the transition from the open range to a railroad economy, navigating intense political and very difficult financial pressures. (2) 1829 TEXAS RANGERS
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S8 Ep693: 1. Joe Pappalardo recounts the 1887 Sabine County shootout, where Texas Ranger Company F clashed with the Connor family. The narrative explores Texas's evolution into a modern state and the insular culture of East Texas. The Connors are depicted as skille
1. Joe Pappalardo recounts the 1887 Sabine County shootout, where Texas Ranger Company F clashed with the Connor family. The narrative explores Texas's evolution into a modern state and the insular culture of East Texas. The Connors are depicted as skilled backwoodsmen and "sympathetic outlaws" hiding in dense and very gloomy thickets. (1) 1891  FT WORTH
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S8 Ep692: 8. Headline: Speculative Theories and the Dark Crisis Guest Author: Govert Schilling Summary: The discovery of galaxies lacking dark matter challenges both standard models and MOND. Speculative theories now explore primordial black holes, fuzzy dark ma
8. Headline: Speculative Theories and the Dark Crisis Guest Author:Govert Schilling Summary: The discovery of galaxies lacking dark matter challenges both standard models and MOND. Speculative theories now explore primordial black holes, fuzzy dark matter, and Erik Verlinde’s idea of emergent gravity. Some fresh thinking even suggests that Modified Newtonian Dynamics and the standard cold dark ...
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S8 Ep692: 7. Headline: Underground Laboratories and Echoes of the Big Bang Guest Author: Govert Schilling Summary: The Cosmic Microwave Background provides a "recipe" confirming the need for dark matter. Deep underground at Gran Sasso, scientists use xenon detector
7. Headline: Underground Laboratories and Echoes of the Big Bang Guest Author: Govert Schilling Summary: The Cosmic Microwave Background provides a "recipe" confirming the need for dark matter. Deep underground at Gran Sasso, scientists use xenon detectors to catch rare particle collisions, while the DAMAexperiment claims a controversial seasonal pattern. Additionally, the AMS on the Internatio...
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S8 Ep692: 6. Headline: Debunking MACHOs and the Rise of Dark Energy Guest Author: Govert Schilling Summary: The search for MACHOs (Massive Compact Halo Objects) in the 1990s largely excluded them as the primary dark matter candidate. Meanwhile, researchers discover
6. Headline: Debunking MACHOs and the Rise of Dark Energy Guest Author: Govert Schilling Summary: The search for MACHOs (Massive Compact Halo Objects) in the 1990s largely excluded them as the primary dark matter candidate. Meanwhile, researchers discovered that the universe's expansion is accelerating, attributed to dark energy. This mysterious force, which may be Einstein's cosmological const...
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S8 Ep692: 5. Headline: The MOND Heresy and Gravitational Lensing Guest Author: Govert Schilling Summary: Schilling introduces MOND, a "heretical" theory suggesting our understanding of gravity is flawed rather than matter being missing. While MOND explains galactic
5. Headline: The MOND Heresy and Gravitational Lensing Guest Author:Govert Schilling Summary: Schilling introduces MOND, a "heretical" theory suggesting our understanding of gravityis flawed rather than matter being missing. While MOND explains galactic rotation perfectly, gravitational lensing allows scientists to map dark matter's distribution in space and time. Observations of the Bullet Clu...
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S8 Ep692: 4. Headline: Particle Physics and the Search for WIMPs Guest Author: Govert Schilling Summary: After ruling out neutrinos, the search focuses on Cold Dark Matter and WIMPs (Weakly Interacting Massive Particles). While detectors at CERN search for these pa
4. Headline: Particle Physics and the Search for WIMPs Guest Author:Govert Schilling Summary: After ruling out neutrinos, the search focuses on Cold Dark Matter and WIMPs (Weakly Interacting Massive Particles). While detectors at CERN search for these particles in high-speed collisions, computer simulations like IllustrisTNG successfully model how such matter could have shaped the universe. How...
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S8 Ep692: 3. Headline: From the Big Bang to Non-Baryonic Riddles Guest Author: Govert Schilling Summary: Schilling explains how the Big Bang transitioned from a smooth state to the current clumpy universe through gravity. Because known baryonic matter (atoms) is in
3. Headline: From the Big Bang to Non-Baryonic Riddles Guest Author:Govert Schilling Summary: Schilling explains how the Big Bang transitioned from a smooth state to the current clumpy universe through gravity. Because known baryonic matter(atoms) is insufficient to explain this evolution, scientists search for non-baryonic particles. Albert Bosma’sradio astronomy further validated these findin...
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S8 Ep692: 2. Headline: Galactic Stability and the Proof of the Halo Guest Author: Govert Schilling Summary: The discussion shifts to Jeremiah Ostriker, who theorized that spherical halos of unseen matter are necessary to keep rotating galaxies stable. Vera Rubin an
2. Headline: Galactic Stability and the Proof of the Halo Guest Author:Govert Schilling Summary: The discussion shifts to Jeremiah Ostriker, who theorized that spherical halos of unseen matter are necessary to keep rotating galaxies stable. Vera Rubin and Kent Ford provided observational proof by discovering that galactic rotation curves do not "dwindle down" at the edges. Today, the Vera Rubin...
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S8 Ep692: 1. Headline: The Century-Long Hunt for Invisible Matter Begins Guest Author: Govert Schilling Summary: Govert Schilling discusses the historical origins of dark matter, starting with Jacobus Kapteyn, who coined the term in 1922. The conversation explores
1. Headline: The Century-Long Hunt for Invisible Matter Begins Guest Author: Govert Schilling Summary:Govert Schilling discusses the historical origins of dark matter, starting with Jacobus Kapteyn, who coined the term in 1922. The conversation explores Jan Oort’s observations of galactic rotation and Fritz Zwicky’s discovery of "dunkle materie" in the Coma cluster. These pioneers identified a ...
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S8 Ep691: STREAMING THE MAKING OF THE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, FEATURING JEFF BLISS AND MICHAEL VLAHOS, FRIDAY 4-3-2026.
STREAMING THE MAKING OF THE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, FEATURING JEFF BLISS AND MICHAEL VLAHOS, FRIDAY 4-3-2026. 1550 ANTONY SENDS SOLDIERS TO FETCH CICERO TO THE SENATE This transcript features a dialogue between John Bachelor and Jeff Bliss regarding the contrasting states of Las Vegas and Los Angeles. They characterize Las Vegas as a rapidly expanding "Sim City" that is successfully reinventing ...
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S8 Ep690: JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW SCHEDULE, FRIDAY 4-3-2026 1969 APOLLO 10
JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW SCHEDULE, FRIDAY 4-3-2026 1969 APJOHN BATCHELOR SHOW SCHEDULE, FRIDAY 4-3-2026 1969 APOLLO 10 1. LAS VEGAS TOURISM AND PRODUCTION HURDLES GUEST: Jeff Bliss Jeff Bliss discusses Las Vegas’s rise as a spring break destination and the "creative destruction" of historic hotels,. He also explores how bureaucratic fees and safety concerns impact film production for the *Baywatch*...
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S8 Ep689: 16. HARNESSING AI TOOLS FOR BUSINESS PRODUCTIVITY GUEST: Gene Marks Gene Marks highlights how small businesses can use AI tools like Legal Zoom for automated services and Microsoft 365 Copilot for productivity. He emphasizes the importance of employee
16. HARNESSING AI TOOLS FOR BUSINESS PRODUCTIVITY GUEST: Gene Marks Gene Marks highlights how small businesses can use AI tools like Legal Zoom for automated services and Microsoft 365 Copilot for productivity. He emphasizes the importance of employee training to leverage these technologies effectively. (16) JUNE 1964
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S8 Ep689: 15. SMALL BUSINESS ECONOMICS AND LABOR CHALLENGES GUEST: Gene Marks Gene Marks discusses job data revisions, the rise of gas prices, and the "Buy Now, Pay Later" retail trend. He also explores the difficulties small businesses face with H-1B visas and COV
15. SMALL BUSINESS ECONOMICS AND LABOR CHALLENGES GUEST: Gene Marks Gene Marks discusses job data revisions, the rise of gas prices, and the "Buy Now, Pay Later" retail trend. He also explores the difficulties small businesses face with H-1B visas and COVID-era loan repayments. (15) AUGUST 1963
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S8 Ep689: 14. NUCLEAR PROLIFERATION RISKS AT BUSHEHR REACTOR GUEST: Henry Sokolski Henry Sokolski discusses the security risks at Iran’s Bushehr reactor, which contains 210 tons of spent fuel with weapons-usable plutonium. He stresses the urgent need for real-time
14. NUCLEAR PROLIFERATION RISKS AT BUSHEHR REACTORGUEST: Henry Sokolski Henry Sokolski discusses the security risks at Iran’s Bushehr reactor, which contains 210 tons of spent fuel with weapons-usable plutonium. He stresses the urgent need for real-time monitoring to prevent the diversion of nuclear materials. (14) AUGUST 1930
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S8 Ep689: 13. THE TRANSFORMATION OF MODERN DRONE WARFARE GUEST: Henry Sokolski Henry Sokolski explores the evolution of warfare in Ukraine, highlighting the strategic use of Starlink and decentralized drone procurement. He also notes how AI-powered targeting from P
13. THE TRANSFORMATION OF MODERN DRONE WARFAREGUEST: Henry Sokolski Henry Sokolski explores the evolution of warfare in Ukraine, highlighting the strategic use of Starlink and decentralized drone procurement. He also notes how AI-powered targeting from Palantir has significantly increased combat effectiveness. (13) AUGUST 1931
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S8 Ep689: 12. PRESERVING THE MEMORY OF CIVIL WAR DEAD GUEST: Fitzhugh Brundage Fitzhugh Brundage explains the uneven history of Civil War mass graves and the creation of Andersonville National Cemetery. Clara Barton played a key role in identifying the 13,000 Union
12. PRESERVING THE MEMORY OF CIVIL WAR DEAD GUEST: Fitzhugh Brundage Fitzhugh Brundage explains the uneven history of Civil War mass graves and the creation of Andersonville National Cemetery. Clara Barton played a key role in identifying the 13,000 Union soldiers buried there. (12) 1865 GRANT SHERMAN SHERIDAN LINCOLN
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S8 Ep689: 11. ANDERSONVILLE’S HORRORS AND POST-WAR JUSTICE GUEST: Fitzhugh Brundage The horrific conditions at Andersonville were documented by photographer Andrew Riddle, showing extreme starvation and disease. After the war, commandant Henry Wirz was prosecuted f
11. ANDERSONVILLE’S HORRORS AND POST-WAR JUSTICE GUEST: Fitzhugh Brundage The horrific conditions at Andersonville were documented by photographer Andrew Riddle, showing extreme starvation and disease. After the war, commandant Henry Wirz was prosecuted for war crimes, becoming a scapegoat for Confederate leadership. (11) 1865 APPOMATOX COURTHOUSE
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S8 Ep689: 10. AFRICAN AMERICAN PRISONERS IN THE CIVIL WAR GUEST: Fitzhugh Brundage Fitzhugh Brundage details the harrowing experiences of black Union soldiers like Isaac Gaskins, who were enslaved by the Confederacy after capture. These men were often forced into l
10. AFRICAN AMERICAN PRISONERS IN THE CIVIL WARGUEST: Fitzhugh Brundage Fitzhugh Brundage details the harrowing experiences of black Union soldiers like Isaac Gaskins, who were enslaved by the Confederacy after capture. These men were often forced into labor instead of being treated as POWs. (10) 1865 FIVE FORKS
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S8 Ep689: 9. THE EMERGENCE OF CIVIL WAR PRISON CAMPS GUEST: Fitzhugh Brundage Fitzhugh Brundage discusses the creation of prisons like Andersonville and Point Lookout after the breakdown of prisoner exchanges. The Confederacy established Andersonville in Georgia to
9. THE EMERGENCE OF CIVIL WAR PRISON CAMPS GUEST: Fitzhugh Brundage Fitzhugh Brundage discusses the creation of prisons like Andersonville and Point Lookout after the breakdown of prisoner exchanges. The Confederacy established Andersonville in Georgia to move prisoners away from the capital, Richmond. (9) 1863 GETTYSBURG
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S8 Ep688: 8. ASTRONOMICAL DISCOVERIES AND PLANETARY SCIENCE GUEST: Bob Zimmerman The Reuben Telescope has discovered 11,000 new asteroids, including near-Earth objects. Bob Zimmerman also explains Saturn’s warped magnetic field and the need for new orbiters to
8. ASTRONOMICAL DISCOVERIES AND PLANETARY SCIENCE GUEST: Bob Zimmerman The Reuben Telescope has discovered 11,000 new asteroids, including near-Earth objects. Bob Zimmerman also explains Saturn’s warped magnetic field and the need for new orbiters to explore Neptune and Uranus,. (8) 1926 MERATE OBSERVATORY
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S8 Ep688: 7. SPACE EXPLORATION AND CORPORATE RIVALRY GUEST: Bob Zimmerman Bob Zimmerman critiques the Artemis 2 mission design and the high costs of the SLS rocket,. He also discusses the legal disputes between SpaceX and Amazon regarding satellite orbits. (7)
7. SPACE EXPLORATION AND CORPORATE RIVALRY GUEST: Bob Zimmerman Bob Zimmerman critiques the Artemis 2 mission design and the high costs of the SLS rocket,. He also discusses the legal disputes between SpaceX and Amazon regarding satellite orbits. (7) 1922 FRANCE
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S8 Ep688: 6. ITALIAN FOOTBALL AND EASTER TRADITIONS GUEST: Lorenzo Fiori Lorenzo Fiori addresses the Italian national team’s failure to qualify for the World Cup and calls for reform. He also shares a traditional Easter cake recipe featuring puff pastry and chard.
6. ITALIAN FOOTBALL AND EASTER TRADITIONS GUEST: Lorenzo Fiori Lorenzo Fiori addresses the Italian national team’s failure to qualify for the World Cup and calls for reform. He also shares a traditional Easter cake recipe featuring puff pastry and chard. (6) 1943 POPE PIUS XII
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S8 Ep688: 5. PENNSYLVANIA ECONOMY AND TRADITIONS GUEST: Jim McTague Jim McTague reports sharp gas price increases in Lancaster County, affecting local budgets,. Meanwhile, local churches see robust sales of peanut butter chocolate eggs, and trout fishing season beg
5. PENNSYLVANIA ECONOMY AND TRADITIONS GUEST: Jim McTague Jim McTague reports sharp gas price increases in Lancaster County, affecting local budgets,. Meanwhile, local churches see robust sales of peanut butter chocolate eggs, and trout fishing season begins,. (5) 1900 ERIE RAILROAD
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S8 Ep688: 4. POLITICAL IMPACT OF EPSTEIN FILES GUEST: Richard Epstein Richard Epstein discusses the resignation of Pam Bondi and the threat posed by the Jeffrey Epstein files. These documents create political risk through guilt by association for many high-profile
4. POLITICAL IMPACT OF EPSTEIN FILES GUEST: Richard Epstein Richard Epstein discusses the resignation of Pam Bondi and the threat posed by the Jeffrey Epstein files. These documents create political risk through guilt by association for many high-profile figures,. (4) 1888
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S8 Ep688: 3. LEGAL HISTORY OF BIRTHRIGHT CITIZENSHIP GUEST: Richard Epstein Richard Epstein analyzes the 14th Amendment and early naturalization acts, emphasizing that citizenship originally required renouncing foreign allegiances,,. He argues that the term "domici
3. LEGAL HISTORY OF BIRTHRIGHT CITIZENSHIP GUEST: Richard Epstein Richard Epstein analyzes the 14th Amendment and early naturalization acts, emphasizing that citizenship originally required renouncing foreign allegiances,,. He argues that the term "domicile" distorts original statutory intent,. (3) 1876
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S8 Ep688: 2. CALIFORNIA'S JUNGLE PRIMARY SYSTEM GUEST: Jeff Bliss Jeff Bliss explains how California's "jungle primary" splits the Democratic vote, benefiting Republican candidates,. Governor Gavin Newsom remains focused on a potential presidential run rather than
2. CALIFORNIA'S JUNGLE PRIMARY SYSTEM GUEST: Jeff Bliss Jeff Bliss explains how California's "jungle primary" splits the Democratic vote, benefiting Republican candidates,. Governor Gavin Newsom remains focused on a potential presidential run rather than local legislative issues. (2) 1959 LAS VEGAS
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S8 Ep688: 1. LAS VEGAS SPRING BREAK EVOLUTION GUEST: Jeff Bliss Jeff Bliss describes Las Vegas as a premier spring break destination for college students, replacing Palm Springs. The city offers free concerts and lowered prices, attracting thousands of visitors for
1. LAS VEGAS SPRING BREAK EVOLUTION GUEST: Jeff Bliss Jeff Bliss describes Las Vegas as a premier spring break destination for college students, replacing Palm Springs. The city offers free concerts and lowered prices, attracting thousands of visitors for festive holiday celebrations. (1) 1955 SANDS LAS VEGAS
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S8 Ep687: PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUESTS: John Batchelor and Gene Marks. SUMMARY: Gene Marks discusses restored Small Business Administration grants for STEM startups. These programs, providing up to $100,000, are designed to fund small technology firms working on innov
PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUESTS: John Batchelor and Gene Marks. SUMMARY: Gene Marks discusses restored Small Business Administration grants for STEM startups. These programs, providing up to $100,000, are designed to fund small technology firms working on innovative research and nascent science-based technologies. (5) 1940
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S8 Ep686: PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUESTS: John Batchelor and Jeff Bliss. SUMMARY: John Batchelor and Jeff Bliss discuss the failed attempt to film a *Baywatch* revival in Venice Beach. Production moved due to high taxes, excessive regulations, and safety concerns regard
PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUESTS: John Batchelor and Jeff Bliss. SUMMARY: John Batchelor and Jeff Bliss discuss the failed attempt to film a *Baywatch* revival in Venice Beach. Production moved due to high taxes, excessive regulations, and safety concerns regarding local crime and homelessness. (1) 1903 SANTA BARBARA
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S8 Ep686: PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUESTS: John Batchelor and Professor Fitzhugh Brundage. SUMMARY: John Batchelor and Professor Fitzhugh Brundage examine 16 rare photographs of the Andersonville Civil War prison camp. Taken by Andrew Riddle, these images became iconic t
PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUESTS: John Batchelor and Professor Fitzhugh Brundage. SUMMARY: John Batchelor and Professor Fitzhugh Brundage examine 16 rare photographs of the Andersonville Civil War prison camp. Taken by Andrew Riddle, these images became iconic through later etchings published in newspapers and journals. (2) 1865 CONFEDERATE SOLDIERS HEADED HOME, FARMWILLE, PA.
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S8 Ep686: PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUESTS: John Batchelor and Bob Zimmerman. SUMMARY: John Batchelor and Bob Zimmerman criticize the Artemis 2 mission design as inefficient and lacking a clear plan. They compare it unfavorably to the Apollo program, noting the SLS rocket
PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUESTS: John Batchelor and Bob Zimmerman. SUMMARY: John Batchelor and Bob Zimmerman criticize the Artemis 2 mission design as inefficient and lacking a clear plan. They compare it unfavorably to the Apollo program, noting the SLS rocket and Orion capsule. (5) 1950
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S8 Ep685: PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUESTS: John Batchelor and Professor Richard Epstein. SUMMARY: John Batchelor and Richard Epstein discuss Supreme Court oral arguments regarding birthright citizenship. Epstein predicts the court will uphold statutes for illegal aliens'
PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUESTS: John Batchelor and Professor Richard Epstein. SUMMARY: John Batchelor and Richard Epstein discuss Supreme Court oral arguments regarding birthright citizenship. Epstein predicts the court will uphold statutes for illegal aliens' children but may strike down birthright tourism due to potential abuses. (1) 1922 SCOTUS
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S8 Ep685: PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUESTS: John Batchelor and Henry Sokolski. SUMMARY: John Batchelor and Henry Sokolski analyze how modern warfare in Ukraine, characterized by inexpensive drones and robotic systems, was largely unanticipated. They highlight the signific
PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUESTS: John Batchelor and Henry Sokolski. SUMMARY: John Batchelor and Henry Sokolski analyze how modern warfare in Ukraine, characterized by inexpensive drones and robotic systems, was largely unanticipated. They highlight the significant impact of unmanned systems on demographic leveling during conflict. (2) 1960
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S8 Ep684: STREAMING THE MAKING OF THE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, FEATURING SIMON CONSTABLE, JIM MCTAGUE, SNSTOL LIEVRN, THURSDAY 4-2-2026. 1654
STREAMING THE MAKING OF THE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, FEATURING SIMON CONSTABLE, JIM MCTAGUE, SNSTOL LIEVRN, THURSDAY 4-2-2026. 1654 This transcript from The John Batchelor Show features a series of discussions regarding the global impacts of ongoing conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine. Batchelor and his colleagues examine how these wars have triggered a commodity crisis, specifically noting t...
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S8 Ep684: 1. Anatol Lieven analyzes President Trump’s response to the Iran conflict and rising energy prices. He discusses NATO's internal divisions as European allies prioritize local economic interests and geographic proximity over American strategy.,, (1) 2. An
JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW SCHEDULE 4-2-2026 18611. Anatol Lieven analyzes President Trump’s response to the Iran conflict and rising energy prices. He discusses NATO's internal divisions as European allies prioritize local economic interests and geographic proximity over American strategy.,, (1) 2. Anatol Lieven examines Ukraine’s new business model exporting drone expertise to the Gulf. He notes Ru...
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S8 Ep683: 16. Kevin Frazier and Thaddeus McCotterexplore the relational aspects of AI and its influence on youth. They contrast AIsubscription models with social media’s engagement-driven algorithms, emphasizing the need for AI literacy.,, (16)
16. Kevin Frazier and Thaddeus McCotterexplore the relational aspects of AI and its influence on youth. They contrast AIsubscription models with social media’s engagement-driven algorithms, emphasizing the need for AI literacy.,, (16) 1955
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S8 Ep683: 15. Kevin Frazier and Thaddeus McCotter advocate for embracing artificial intelligence as a governance tool. They discuss state-level regulatory hurdles, the rise of a "portfolio economy," and the necessity of educating families on responsible use.,, (15)
15. Kevin Frazier and Thaddeus McCotter advocate for embracing artificial intelligence as a governance tool. They discuss state-level regulatory hurdles, the rise of a "portfolio economy," and the necessity of educating families on responsible use.,, (15) 1936
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