The John Batchelor Show
A podcast by John Batchelor - Sundays
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Colonel Grant Newsham assesses South Korea's leftist President Yoon Suk Yeol, describing him as pro-China and anti-US, despite his vow to increase defense spending. Newsham views this spending partly
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Andrew McCarthy and Thaddeus McCotter discuss James Comey potentially being a target of the Trumpadministration, focusing on charges of lying to Congress under the broader false statements statute (1
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Andrew McCarthy and Thaddeus McCotter discuss James Comey potentially being a target of the Trumpadministration, focusing on charges of lying to Congress under the broader false statements statute (1
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Colonel Jeff McCausland observes that Europe is preparing to deal with Russia's hybrid warfare (drones, cyber, incursions) independently, driven by the belief that the Trump administration is priorit
Published: 10/2/2025 -
Colonel Jeff McCausland observes that Europe is preparing to deal with Russia's hybrid warfare (drones, cyber, incursions) independently, driven by the belief that the Trump administration is priorit
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Preview: Rick Fisher discusses Victor Gao, a Chinese national, Yale Law graduate, and "agitprop" likened to Tokyo Rose, who delivers deniable threats for Beijing. Referred to as a "Han envoy," Gao rec
Published: 10/1/2025 -
Preview: General Blaine Holt (United States Air Force retired) discusses a cultural shift away from the warrior ethos in the US military, influenced by new directions at the Pentagon. He notes a drift
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Preview: Jeff McCausland (United States Army retired) details Russia's slow progress and heavy losses (a quarter of a million dead) in the war in Ukraine. He uses the simile that a snail starting in 2
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Preview: Colonel Grant Newsham (US Marine Corps retired) discusses the strategy of South Korean left-wing president Yoon Suk Yeol, which involves flattering Donald Trump to focus him on peace efforts.
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Preview: Professor John Yoo discusses the powerful Trump administration response to Venezuela, including military assets and suggestions of war. The administration justifies using force by claiming th
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Preview: Bob Zimmerman discusses the shelving of the Dream Chaser mini shuttle, noting a lack of transparency after its anticipated launch date passed. He speculates that extensive ground testing, inc
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Gregory Copley reports that Chinese leader Xi Jinping's power has diminished, noting he is expected to step down as General Secretary at the upcoming fourth plenum, retaining only the powerless PRC pr
Published: 10/1/2025 -
Gregory Copley reports that Chinese leader Xi Jinping's power has diminished, noting he is expected to step down as General Secretary at the upcoming fourth plenum, retaining only the powerless PRC pr
Published: 10/1/2025 -
Gregory Copley reports that Chinese leader Xi Jinping's power has diminished, noting he is expected to step down as General Secretary at the upcoming fourth plenum, retaining only the powerless PRC pr
Published: 10/1/2025 -
Gregory Copley reports that Chinese leader Xi Jinping's power has diminished, noting he is expected to step down as General Secretary at the upcoming fourth plenum, retaining only the powerless PRC pr
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Peter Berkowitz asserts that American universities face a crisis of legitimacy and trust, earned through illiberal rules, intellectual stifling by tenured professors, and politicized curricula. He arg
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Peter Berkowitz asserts that American universities face a crisis of legitimacy and trust, earned through illiberal rules, intellectual stifling by tenured professors, and politicized curricula. He arg
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Mary Kissel credits President Trump for his commitment to the Gaza peace plan, which aims for a "de-radicalized terror-free zone" and redevelopment. The plan seeks support from Arab neighbors and envi
Published: 10/1/2025 -
Mary Kissel credits President Trump for his commitment to the Gaza peace plan, which aims for a "de-radicalized terror-free zone" and redevelopment. The plan seeks support from Arab neighbors and envi
Published: 10/1/2025 -
Judy Dempsey notes that Russian drone activities are prompting several European nations to seek a collective "drone wall" and coordinate defense efforts independent of US leadership, signaling a
Published: 10/1/2025
