The John Batchelor Show

Jeremy Zakis reports on kangaroos' protective instincts during bushfires and warns of aggressive bull sharks entering Sydney's muddy freshwater waterways due to recent heavy rainfall.1842

Jeremy Zakis details significant outback flooding and Sydney rainfall, explaining how these unseasonal tropical conditions have fortunately suppressed the immediate threat of catastrophic fall wildfires.1913

Jeremy Zakis analyzes the Australian men's T20 cricket team's poor cohesion and experimental failures while highlighting the consistent, professional success of the national women's team.1935

Liza Mundy concludes with the legacy of the "Sisterhood," noting where key women are now and the persistent struggles for credit and promotion within CIA culture. 8.GAR DETROIT

Liza Mundy reports that after Jennifer Matthews' tragic death, targeters like "Maya" traced Bin Laden's courier to Abbottabad, emphasizing the incredible precision of the analysts' intelligence for the SEALs. 7.1908

Liza Mundy reports that following 9/11, CTC women stayed at their posts despite the danger, recounting their grief, the sense of failure, and the difficulty of convincing leaders. 6.GAR

Liza Mundy details Alec Station's operation where female analysts developed targeting skills, though their early warnings about al-Qaeda faced significant bureaucratic resistance and publication hurdles. 5.1888 GAR

Liza Mundy reports that the 1985 Malta hijacking shifts Heidi's focus to terrorism, as analysts Cindy Storer and Barbara Sude begin identifying Osama bin Laden within the newly formed CTC. 4.GAR

Liza Mundy describes Heidi August's transition from clerk to case officer, her recruitment of a foreign asset in Geneva, and her appointment as a station chief. 3.GAR

Liza Mundy details how Heidi August witnesses the 1969 Libyan coup and burns out her station, while describing the CIA's restrictive policies forbidding marriage and children for female officers. 2.GAR

Liza Mundy discusses Mary Bancroft's WWII OSS work in Switzerland, highlighting her vital intelligence gathering and the era's dismissive treatment of highly capable female spies. 1.GRAND ARMY OF THE REPUBLIC

Craig Unger discusses the suspicious timing of the hostage release during Reagan's inauguration and the broader historical pattern of Republican interference in American presidential elections. 8.1978

Craig Unger recounts his 2014 trip to Iran, visiting the former American embassy and interviewing Mohsen Rafiqdoost, who hinted at meetings with Republican representatives. 7.

Craig Unger analyzes the alleged Paris meeting involving George H.W. Bush and confirms Casey's Madrid meeting, where they negotiated delaying the 1980 hostages' release. 6.

Craig Unger explores the Safari Club's covert operations and how Bill Casey utilized double agents and secret Israelichannels to facilitate off-the-books international arms deals. 5.1978

Craig Unger describes Newsweek's dismissal of the October Surprise story and how reporter Bob Parry discovered crucial documents hidden in a House office building bathroom. 4.

Craig Unger discusses his investigative journey and source Ari Ben-Menashe's allegations that Bill Casey secretly met Iranians in Madrid to delay the hostage release. 3.

Craig Unger details Bill Casey's role as Ronald Reagan's campaign manager, highlighting his background in espionage and his secret international intelligence and arms-dealing networks. 2.TEHRAN 1970

Craig Unger discusses his book "Den of Spies," focusing on the 1980 failed hostage rescue mission and its lasting impact on President Carter. 1.1970 IRAN

Sonia Pernell discusses Pamela's tenure as Ambassador to France, her role in Bosnia peace negotiations, her final legal struggles, and Bill Clinton's heartfelt funeral tribute. 8.1966

Sonia Pernell highlights Pamela's mentorship of Bill Clinton, her strategic fundraising for the Democratic Party, and her diplomatic influence in fostering relations with Soviet leaders. 7.

Sonia Pernell recounts Pamela's marriage to Averell Harriman, her transformation into a Democratic powerhouse, and her influential role in fundraising and advancing women's political careers. 6.

Sonia Pernell explores Pamela's move to America via Leland Hayward, her Broadway ventures, her friendship with JFK, and financial instability following Hayward's 1971 death. 5.

Sonia Pernell examines Pamela's post-war relationship with Gianni Agnelli, her role in rehabilitating his reputation, and the strained maternal relationship she maintained with her son. 4.

Sonia Pernell explains Pamela's entry into Churchill's "Padlock" inner circle, managing a wartime pregnancy while influencing Americans like Harry Hopkins to support British survival. 2.

1945 LAJeff Bliss reports that the FBI is investigating LAUSD's failed AI contract and Superintendent Carvalho's finances, while organized crime steals copper wire and Paramount defeats Netflix for Warner Discovery. 1.Jeff Bliss reports that Governor Newsom's national book tour faces criticism for historical inconsistencies, dismissive comments toward a diverse audience in Atlanta, and unprofessional responses from his press office. 2.Richard Epstein reports that the Supreme Court's 6-3 ruling determined the president cannot unilaterally impose tariffs using emergency statutes without clear Congressional approval or an actual, profoundly disruptive emergency. 3.Richard Epstein argues that tariffs reduce national productivity and cannot replace income taxes, as modern manufacturing requires significantly fewer workers than in the 1950s era. 4.Jim McTague reports that a hotter-than-expected PPI report signals rising costs, leading "gun-shy" consumers to stretch paychecks and avoid impulse buys at supermarkets during a broad economic slowdown. 5.Lorenzo Fiori reports that Italy employs naval patrols to reduce migrant flows while debating "remigration" and promoting smaller historic towns like Arezzo to combat over-tourism in major cities. 6.Bob Zimmerman reports that Jared Isaacman restructured the Artemis program to favor private sector landers, shifting Artemis 3 to Earth-orbit testing due to the SLS rocket's slow launch cadence. 7.Bob Zimmerman reports that scientific analysis suggests the moon's ancient magnetic field was mostly weak, while new imagery reveals nitrogen seas on Pluto and "taffy terrain" formations on Mars. 8.Max Hastings reports that inexperienced British troops on Sword Beach struggled with traffic jams and the shock of combat, often halting to make tea instead of maintaining offensive momentum. 9.Max Hastings reports that conflicting orders and the absence of General Rommel paralyzed the 21st Panzer Division, delaying a decisive counterattack against Allied forces until the British armor landed. 10.Max Hastings reports that experienced desert veterans defeated a German panzer assault, but poor communications and high casualties among the infantry halted the British advance just short of Caen. 11.Max Hastings reports that historians emphasize the disorientation of landings, where survival often depended on a few heroic individuals amidst the brilliant but flawed logistics of the Allied planners. 12.Veronique de Rugy reports that Americans shoulder 90% of tariff costs, which fail to reshore production, hurt low-income families, and cannot offset interest on massive national debt. 13.Veronique de Rugy reports that the Export-Import Bank is using rare earth minerals as a pretext to expand lending authority, primarily benefiting Boeing while failing to use existing China mandates. 14.Henry Sokolski reports that the US navigates Saudi nuclear demands against Iranian restrictions, while the Pentagonpressures AI firms to allow autonomous systems for surveillance and weaponized combat operations. 15.Henry Sokolski reports that military laser tests accidentally downed a border drone, while Russia uses propaganda about NATO nuclear deployments to influence upcoming Non-Proliferation Treaty reviews at the UN. 16.

Henry Sokolski reports that military laser tests accidentally downed a border drone, while Russia uses propaganda about NATO nuclear deployments to influence upcoming Non-Proliferation Treaty reviews at the UN. 16.1956

Henry Sokolski reports that the US navigates Saudi nuclear demands against Iranian restrictions, while the Pentagonpressures AI firms to allow autonomous systems for surveillance and weaponized combat operations. 15.1886 VERNE

Veronique de Rugy reports that the Export-Import Bank is using rare earth minerals as a pretext to expand lending authority, primarily benefiting Boeing while failing to use existing China mandates. 14.1939 RIBBENTROP ARRIVES IN MOSCOW.

Veronique de Rugy reports that Americans shoulder 90% of tariff costs, which fail to reshore production, hurt low-income families, and cannot offset interest on massive national debt. 13.1936

Max Hastings reports that historians emphasize the disorientation of landings, where survival often depended on a few heroic individuals amidst the brilliant but flawed logistics of the Allied planners. 12.1944 SWORD

Max Hastings reports that experienced desert veterans defeated a German panzer assault, but poor communications and high casualties among the infantry halted the British advance just short of Caen. 11.1944 SWORD

Max Hastings reports that conflicting orders and the absence of General Rommel paralyzed the 21st Panzer Division, delaying a decisive counterattack against Allied forces until the British armor landed. 10.1944 SWORD

Max Hastings reports that inexperienced British troops on Sword Beach struggled with traffic jams and the shock of combat, often halting to make tea instead of maintaining offensive momentum. 9.1944 QUEEN RED SWORD BEACH

Bob Zimmerman reports that scientific analysis suggests the moon's ancient magnetic field was mostly weak, while new imagery reveals nitrogen seas on Pluto and "taffy terrain" formations on Mars. 8.1963

Bob Zimmerman reports that Jared Isaacman restructured the Artemis program to favor private sector landers, shifting Artemis 3 to Earth-orbit testing due to the SLS rocket's slow launch cadence. 7.1956

Lorenzo Fiori reports that Italy employs naval patrols to reduce migrant flows while debating "remigration" and promoting smaller historic towns like Arezzo to combat over-tourism in major cities. 6.1908 LOMBARDY

Jim McTague reports that a hotter-than-expected PPI report signals rising costs, leading "gun-shy" consumers to stretch paychecks and avoid impulse buys at supermarkets during a broad economic slowdown. 5.1912 COSL BRESKERS

Richard Epstein argues that tariffs reduce national productivity and cannot replace income taxes, as modern manufacturing requires significantly fewer workers than in the 1950s era. 4.1910 LA

Richard Epstein reports that the Supreme Court's 6-3 ruling determined the president cannot unilaterally impose tariffs using emergency statutes without clear Congressional approval or an actual, profoundly disruptive emergency. 3.1910 SIXTH STREET BRIDGE

Jeff Bliss reports that Governor Newsom's national book tour faces criticism for historical inconsistencies, dismissive comments toward a diverse audience in Atlanta, and unprofessional responses from his press office. 2.1900 LA ALLIGATOR FARM

Jeff Bliss reports that the FBI is investigating LAUSD's failed AI contract and Superintendent Carvalho's finances, while organized crime steals copper wire and Paramount defeats Netflix for Warner Discovery. 1.1898 LA COUNTY

Preview for later today: Jeff Bliss discusses organized copper theft in Los Angeles, which causes blackouts and infrastructure damage while spreading to other major West Coast cities.1940 LA

Preview for later today: Henry Sokolski examines the bureaucratic mess and safety concerns following a botched laser test and drone shoot-down near the El Paso airport.1895 EL PASO

Preview for later today: Max Hastings discusses Sword Beach's slow progress toward Caen and the presence of captured Poles and Russians fighting within German ranks.

Preview for later today: Max Hastings describes the disorienting, grueling experience of landing on Sword Beach, where sea sickness and heavy equipment slowed the Allied advance.

Preview for later today: Max Hastings details how German machine gun fire at Hillman created deadly traffic jams, stalling the Suffolk regiment's advance into the interior.

Preview for later today: Bob Zimmerman explains NASA's decision to rearrange the Artemis schedule, prioritizing low-orbit testing and safety over a rushed lunar landing mission.

1912 WILLIAM JENNINGS  RBYAN SPEECHAnatol Lieven examines Europe's missing voice in Kremlin negotiations, highlighting hurdles like sanctions relief and Russia's demand for Ukrainian withdrawal from the contested Donbass territory. 1.Anatol Lieven questions the lack of a clear strategy for US naval fleets near Iran, hoping for diplomatic compromise and economic opening rather than war. 2.Arthur Herman contrasts the Scottish Enlightenment's focus on liberty with the French "general will," arguing that collectivism historically descends into state violence and tyranny. 3.Arthur Herman argues that the American worldview rests on three Scottish pillars: unity of knowledge, common sense, and the harmonious integration of modern scientific discovery with ancient religious revelation. 4.John Yoo reports that in a 6-3 decision, the Court ruled that the IEEPA does not grant the president power to impose universal tariffs without explicit Congressional authorization. 5.John Yoo argues that the tariff ruling proves the Court is not a partisan tool, but an independent body upholding constitutional boundaries and judicial ideology. 6.Mary Anastasia O'Grady describes Cuba's regime reaching its limits, discussing the difficulty of replacing the leadership without causing total societal chaos, looting, or a power vacuum. 7.Doug Messier reports that persistent thruster failures and engineering incompetence have marred Boeing's Starlinerprogram, leaving astronauts marooned and NASA heavily dependent on SpaceX for crewed orbital missions. 8.Professor Evan Ellis reports that the death of kingpin Nemesio Cervantes triggered nationwide gunplay and roadblocks in Mexico, highlighting cartel dominance and the personal nature of the security forces' fight. 9.Professor Evan Ellis reports that a deadly clash between Cuban forces and an American speedboat underscores the island's dire economic crisis and massive blackouts caused by severe, ongoing petroleum shortages. 10.Professor Evan Ellis reports that the US allows Venezuelan oil resale to Cuba's private sector to empower citizens, while Nicolas Maduro faces criminal proceedings in a formal New York courtroom. 11.Professor Evan Ellis reports that constant leadership turnover in Peru complicates governance, raising fears that China's Chancay port could serve military logistics for the People's Liberation Army during wartime. 12.Josiah Hesse explores Mason City's religious history, linking the Music Man allegory to the Scopes trial and traveling preachers who exploited regional evangelical fervor. 13.Josiah Hesse describes his parents' journey through the apocalyptic 1970s Jesus movement into a prosperity gospel church that resulted in extreme poverty and financial disillusionment. 14.Josiah Hesse reports that Paul Weyrich used abortion as a wedge issue to mobilize evangelical voters, successfully aligning Iowa's religious community with the Republican Party during Reagan's campaign. 15.Josiah Hesse recounts the psychological fear of his religious upbringing while observing how Donald Trump's populism continues to resonate deeply with modern Iowa evangelical voters. 16.

Josiah Hesse recounts the psychological fear of his religious upbringing while observing how Donald Trump's populism continues to resonate deeply with modern Iowa evangelical voters. 161880 BEECHERS