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  CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR 9-19-25 GOOD EVENING. THE SHOW BEGINS IN STRUGGLING LAS VEGAS... 1910 LAS VEGAS FIRST HOUR 9-915 HEADLINE: Vegas Innovation vs. Hollywood Decline: The Boring Company and The Sphere GUEST NAME: Jeff Bliss SUMMARY: Jeff Bliss reports on The Boring Company improving Las Vegas tourism access, while hotels struggle with high costs (MGM, Sphere). He contrasts this with the worsening crisis of homelessness on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. 915-930 HEADLINE: The Politically Motivated Conviction of Jair Bolsonaro in Brazil GUEST NAME: Mary O'Grady SUMMARY: Mary O'Grady criticizes Jair Bolsonaro's conviction by Brazil's Supreme Court, citing zero evidence linking him to the alleged coup plotting or assassination ruminations (Lula da Silva, Brasília). 930-945 HEADLINE: Free Speech, Trump's Proportionality Crisis, and the Independence of the Federal Reserve GUEST NAME: Richard Epstein SUMMARY: Professor Richard Epstein discusses Trump's "all-in" strategy affecting free speech (Jimmy Kimmel, FCC). He severely criticizes Trump's abnormal attempt via the Supreme Court to fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook. 945-1000 HEADLINE: Free Speech, Trump's Proportionality Crisis, and the Independence of the Federal Reserve GUEST NAME: Richard Epstein SUMMARY: Professor Richard Epstein discusses Trump's "all-in" strategy affecting free speech (Jimmy Kimmel, FCC). He severely criticizes Trump's abnormal attempt via the Supreme Court to fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook. SECOND HOUR 10-1015 HEADLINE: Iran's Nuclear Enrichment Debate and the Saudi-Pakistan Weapons Deal GUEST NAME: Henry Sokolski SUMMARY: Henry Sokolski analyzes Iran's claim of an NPT right to enrichment. He also warns about a new, unacknowledged arrangement potentially giving Saudi Arabia access to Pakistan's nuclear arsenal. 1015-1030 HEADLINE: Iran's Nuclear Enrichment Debate and the Saudi-Pakistan Weapons Deal GUEST NAME: Henry Sokolski SUMMARY: Henry Sokolski analyzes Iran's claim of an NPT right to enrichment. He also warns about a new, unacknowledged arrangement potentially giving Saudi Arabia access to Pakistan's nuclear arsenal. 1030-1045 HEADLINE: Space Survival Challenges, Commercial Rocket Progress, and Astrophysical Observations GUEST NAME: Bob Zimmerman SUMMARY: Bob Zimmerman reports on deep space survival issues (stem cell aging, artificial gravity), rocket updates (SpaceX, Firefly, Cygnus, Callisto delay), and probes (Lucy, Hayabusa 2), confirming wet periods on Mars. 1045-1100 HEADLINE: Space Survival Challenges, Commercial Rocket Progress, and Astrophysical Observations GUEST NAME: Bob Zimmerman SUMMARY: Bob Zimmerman reports on deep space survival issues (stem cell aging, artificial gravity), rocket updates (SpaceX, Firefly, Cygnus, Callisto delay), and probes (Lucy, Hayabusa 2), confirming wet periods on Mars. THIRD HOUR 1100-1115 HEADLINE: The Life and Political Downfall of Clodia, Champion of the Republic GUEST NAME: Douglas Boin SUMMARY: Professor Douglas Boin discusses Clodia's pivotal role in late Republican Rome, detailing her wealth, rivalry with Cicero, and her brother Clodius's murder, which preceded the Roman Civil War. 1115-1130 HEADLINE: The Life and Political Downfall of Clodia, Champion of the Republic GUEST NAME: Douglas Boin SUMMARY: Professor Douglas Boin discusses Clodia's pivotal role in late Republican Rome, detailing her wealth, rivalry with Cicero, and her brother Clodius's murder, which preceded the Roman Civil War. 1130-1145 HEADLINE: The Life and Political Downfall of Clodia, Champion of the Republic GUEST NAME: Douglas Boin SUMMARY: Professor Douglas Boin discusses Clodia's pivotal role in late Republican Rome, detailing her wealth, rivalry with Cicero, and her brother Clodius's murder, which preceded the Roman Civil War. 1145-1200 HEADLINE: The Life and Political Downfall of Clodia, Champion of the Republic GUEST NAME: Douglas Boin SUMMARY: Professor Douglas Boin discusses Clodia's pivotal role in late Republican Rome, detailing her wealth, rivalry with Cicero, and her brother Clodius's murder, which preceded the Roman Civil War. FOURTH HOUR 12-1215 HEADLINE: Recession Watch: High Spirits in Lancaster County and Downtown Washington GUEST NAME: Jim McTague SUMMARY: Jim McTague reports high foot traffic in Washington and economic activity in Lancaster County, despite retail desperation. He confirms no signs of recession (Trump, Jimmy Kimmel, Dockside Willies). 1215-1230 HEADLINE: Climate Change, Culture, and Cuisine in Italy's Undiscovered Friuli Region GUEST NAME: Lorenzo Fiori SUMMARY: Lorenzo Fiori details Italy's intense climate changes (drought, supercells). He promotes the undiscovered region of Friuli for its Friulian language, scenery, Ribolla wine, and porcini mushrooms. 1230-1245 HEADLINE: Dworkin on Three Evolving Character Types Defining American Conservatism GUEST NAME: Ronald W. Dworkin SUMMARY: Ronald W. Dworkin categorizes American conservatism by three evolving character types: Puritans, Pioneers, and Robber Barons, arguing the Trump movement is a bottom-up union of their modern interests. 1245-100 AM HEADLINE: Dworkin on Three Evolving Character Types Defining American Conservatism GUEST NAME: Ronald W. Dworkin SUMMARY: Ronald W. Dworkin categorizes American conservatism by three evolving character types: Puritans, Pioneers, and Robber Barons, arguing the Trump movement is a bottom-up union of their modern interests.

CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW SCHEDULE 9-18-25. GOOD EVENING. THE SHOW BEGINS IN THE HALLS OF PARLIAMENT. FIRST HOUR 9-915 HEADLINE: UK Labour Party Faces Crisis as Starmer's Leadership Falters GUEST NAME: Anatol Lieven SUMMARY: Sir Keir Starmer faces "extremely unusual" unpopularity despite Labour's large majority. Potential replacements include Andy Burnham and Lucy Powell. Discontent stems from poor judgment, lack of progressive vision, and resentment over Jeremy Corbyn's removal. Labour risks massive defections to Corbyn's new radical left-wing party if Starmer's leadership continues. 915-930 CONTINUED HEADLINE: UK Labour Party Faces Crisis as Starmer's Leadership Falters GUEST NAME: Anatol Lieven SUMMARY: Sir Keir Starmer faces "extremely unusual" unpopularity despite Labour's large majority. Potential replacements include Andy Burnham and Lucy Powell. Discontent stems from poor judgment, lack of progressive vision, and resentment over Jeremy Corbyn's removal. Labour risks massive defections to Corbyn's new radical left-wing party if Starmer's leadership continues. 930-945 HEADLINE: Nvidia's Strategic $5 Billion Investment in Intel Reshapes US Chip Industry GUEST NAME: Chris Riegel SUMMARY: Nvidia, led by Jensen Huang, invests $5 billion in Intel, gaining access to manufacturing capabilities while Intel gets crucial funding. This partnership reduces Nvidia's reliance on TSMC and aligns with President Trump's "national champion strategy." The deal comes amid China's ban on Nvidia chips and China's struggle for technological self-sufficiency. 945-1000 HEADLINE: India-China-Russia Axis Dismissed as Propaganda Despite Modi-Xi Handshake GUEST NAME: Sadanand Dhume SUMMARY: Sadanand Dhume dismisses speculation of an India-China-Russia "Eurasian axis" following Modi-Xihandshake at SCO summit as "nonsense." Relations remain hostile due to border disputes with tens of thousands of troops deployed. China's ties with Pakistan, supplying 80% of arms and investing through CPEC, further strain India relations. SECOND HOUR 10-1015 HEADLINE: FBI Closes Investigation Despite Massive Chinese Casino Corruption in US Territory GUEST NAME: Grant Newsham SUMMARY: Former CNMI Governor Arnold Palacios requested FBI investigation into $1.6 billion missing COVID funds and Chinese casino corruption. Imperial Pacific International (IPI) allegedly facilitated money laundering "hundreds of billions," influenced politicians including Governor Torres. CNMI remains only US territory granting visa-free access to Chinese visitors, raising national security concerns. 1015-1030 CONTINUED HEADLINE: FBI Closes Investigation Despite Massive Chinese Casino Corruption in US Territory GUEST NAME: Grant Newsham SUMMARY: Former CNMI Governor Arnold Palacios requested FBI investigation into $1.6 billion missing COVID funds and Chinese casino corruption. Imperial Pacific International (IPI) allegedly facilitated money laundering "hundreds of billions," influenced politicians including Governor Torres. CNMI remains only US territory granting visa-free access to Chinese visitors, raising national security concerns. 1030-1045 HEADLINE: James Webb Telescope Probes Potentially Habitable Exoplanet TRAPPIST-1e GUEST NAME: Néstor Espinoza SUMMARY: Dr. Néstor Espinoza's team uses the James Webb Space Telescope to study TRAPPIST-1e, 40 light-years away in the habitable zone. Using transit method analysis, they've excluded certain atmospheric compositions like cloudless Venus-like atmospheres. The team employs TRAPPIST-1b as a "stellar anchor" to correct distortions, keeping alive hopes of finding atmospheres on red dwarf planets.1045-1100 CONTINUED HEADLINE: James Webb Telescope Probes Potentially Habitable Exoplanet TRAPPIST-1e GUEST NAME: Néstor Espinoza SUMMARY: Dr. Néstor Espinoza's team uses the James Webb Space Telescope to study TRAPPIST-1e, 40 light-years away in the habitable zone. Using transit method analysis, they've excluded certain atmospheric compositions like cloudless Venus-like atmospheres. The team employs TRAPPIST-1b as a "stellar anchor" to correct distortions, keeping alive hopes of finding atmospheres on red dwarf planets. THIRD HOUR 1100-1115 HEADLINE: US Industrial Policy Criticized as Ad-Hoc State Capitalism GUEST NAME: Veronique de Rugy SUMMARY: Veronique de Rugy analyzes government support for Intel and Nvidia's investment as state capitalism, distinct from cronyism. She criticizes government intervention, predicting poor outcomes when businesses operate under political pressure. The Trump administration's industrial policy lacks clear philosophy, creating uncertainty that could "kill investments" through unpredictable, reversible decisions. 1115-1130 HEADLINE: King Charles III Hosts Magnificent State Dinner at Windsor Castle GUEST NAME: Conrad Black SUMMARY: King Charles III and Queen Camilla hosted the President and First Lady at Windsor Castle in a "magnificently done" state dinner. The King demonstrated graciousness and dignified conduct. The President's speech acknowledged America's origins from the British Empire and highlighted Anglo-American cooperation, referencing partnerships like Churchill-Roosevelt and Reagan-Thatcher. 1130-1145 HEADLINE: Trump EPA Faces Uphill Battle to Reverse Greenhouse Gas Endangerment Finding GUEST NAME: Jonathan Adler SUMMARY: The Trump administration's EPA attempts to reverse the 2009 "endangerment finding" for greenhouse gases under the Clean Air Act. Recent Supreme Court rulings, including Loper Bright, ironically make reversal more difficult by eliminating Chevron deference. Courts will focus on statutory language and prior decisions, requiring the EPA to justify reversing decades of statements. 1145-1200 CONTINUED HEADLINE: Trump EPA Faces Uphill Battle to Reverse Greenhouse Gas Endangerment Finding GUEST NAME: Jonathan Adler SUMMARY: The Trump administration's EPA attempts to reverse the 2009 "endangerment finding" for greenhouse gases under the Clean Air Act. Recent Supreme Court rulings, including Loper Bright, ironically make reversal more difficult by eliminating Chevron deference. Courts will focus on statutory language and prior decisions, requiring the EPA to justify reversing decades of statements. FOURTH HOUR 12-1215 HEADLINE: Peru's Political Crisis Deepens as President's Approval Hits 2% GUEST NAME: Evan Ellis SUMMARY: Peru's President Dina Boluarte faces 2-3% approval amid crime and corruption. The 2026 election features candidates including Keiko Fujimori. China dominates Peru's economy through mining investments and the Chancay port. Brazil's Bolsonaro received 27-year sentence for alleged assassination plot against Lula, polarizing society and pushing Brazil toward BRICS nations. 1215-1230 CONTINUED HEADLINE: Peru's Political Crisis Deepens as President's Approval Hits 2% GUEST NAME: Evan Ellis SUMMARY: Peru's President Dina Boluarte faces 2-3% approval amid crime and corruption. The 2026 election features candidates including Keiko Fujimori. China dominates Peru's economy through mining investments and the Chancay port. Brazil's Bolsonaro received 27-year sentence for alleged assassination plot against Lula, polarizing society and pushing Brazil toward BRICS nations. 1230-1245 CONTINUED HEADLINE: Peru's Political Crisis Deepens as President's Approval Hits 2% GUEST NAME: Evan Ellis SUMMARY: Peru's President Dina Boluarte faces 2-3% approval amid crime and corruption. The 2026 election features candidates including Keiko Fujimori. China dominates Peru's economy through mining investments and the Chancay port. Brazil's Bolsonaro received 27-year sentence for alleged assassination plot against Lula, polarizing society and pushing Brazil toward BRICS nations.1245-100 AM CONTINUED HEADLINE: Peru's Political Crisis Deepens as President's Approval Hits 2% GUEST NAME: Evan Ellis SUMMARY: Peru's President Dina Boluarte faces 2-3% approval amid crime and corruption. The 2026 election features candidates including Keiko Fujimori. China dominates Peru's economy through mining investments and the Chancay port. Brazil's Bolsonaro received 27-year sentence for alleged assassination plot against Lula, polarizing society and pushing Brazil toward BRICS nations.

CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR 1920 FLORA MARTIN ACTRESS 9-16-2025 FIRST HOUR GOOD EVENING.  THE SHOW BEGINS AT THE FEDERAL RESERVE... 9-915 HEADLINE: Federal Reserve Rate Cut Expectations, US Economic Nuances, and Trump's Business Reforms GUEST NAME: Elizabeth Peek SUMMARY: Elizabeth Peek predicts a 25 basis point Federal Reserve interest rate cut, analyzing the US's "two-tier economy" with strong high-end spending contrasting with lower-income struggles. She supports Donald Trump'sproposals for less frequent corporate reporting and limiting shareholder lawsuits to counter short-termism. Peek also links the US immigration situation to Europe's "remigration" protests, highlighting shared concerns over migrant costs, safety, and assimilation, and European interest in strict US immigration policies. 915-930 HEADLINE: Federal Reserve Rate Cut Expectations, US Economic Nuances, and Trump's Business Reforms GUEST NAME: Elizabeth Peek SUMMARY: Elizabeth Peek predicts a 25 basis point Federal Reserve interest rate cut, analyzing the US's "two-tier economy" with strong high-end spending contrasting with lower-income struggles. She supports Donald Trump'sproposals for less frequent corporate reporting and limiting shareholder lawsuits to counter short-termism. Peek also links the US immigration situation to Europe's "remigration" protests, highlighting shared concerns over migrant costs, safety, and assimilation, and European interest in strict US immigration policies. 930-945 HEADLINE: German Far-Right Surges, European Populism on the Rise, and France's Instability GUEST NAME: Judy Dempsey SUMMARY: Judy Dempsey details the Alternative for Germany's (AfD) significant electoral gains in North Rhine-Westphalia, signifying a broader European surge in populism and anti-immigration sentiment, affecting Germany, France, and the UK. She notes discontent among de-industrialized voters, challenges in the German economy, and Elon Musk's unpopularity. Dempsey also describes France's governmental instability and the potential for US migration policies to exacerbate European anti-immigrant feelings. 945-1000 HEADLINE: German Far-Right Surges, European Populism on the Rise, and France's Instability GUEST NAME: Judy Dempsey SUMMARY: Judy Dempsey details the Alternative for Germany's (AfD) significant electoral gains in North Rhine-Westphalia, signifying a broader European surge in populism and anti-immigration sentiment, affecting Germany, France, and the UK. She notes discontent among de-industrialized voters, challenges in the German economy, and Elon Musk's unpopularity. Dempsey also describes France's governmental instability and the potential for US migration policies to exacerbate European anti-immigrant feelings. SECOND HOUR 1000-1015 HEADLINE: Europe's Fading Net Zero Ambitions and the Rise of Anti-Immigration Sentiment GUEST NAME: Joseph Sternberg SUMMARY: Joseph Sternberg highlights Europe's growing disillusionment with net-zero climate policies, driven by escalating costs and voters' unwillingness for lifestyle sacrifices. He notes the German Green Party's decline and the rise of populist, anti-climate parties like AfD. Sternberg also details Britain's "remigration" movement, a massive anti-immigration protest reflecting widespread discontent with government migration policies and perceived lack of patriotism. 1015-1030 HEADLINE: Europe's Fading Net Zero Ambitions and the Rise of Anti-Immigration Sentiment GUEST NAME: Joseph Sternberg SUMMARY: Joseph Sternberg highlights Europe's growing disillusionment with net-zero climate policies, driven by escalating costs and voters' unwillingness for lifestyle sacrifices. He notes the German Green Party's decline and the rise of populist, anti-climate parties like AfD. Sternberg also details Britain's "remigration" movement, a massive anti-immigration protest reflecting widespread discontent with government migration policies and perceived lack of patriotism. 1030-1045 HEADLINE: Failed Israeli Strike in Doha, Qatar's Terror Support, and Gaza Offensive GUEST NAME: Jonathan Schanzer SUMMARY: Jonathan Schanzer analyzes Israel's failed strike on Hamas leadership in Doha, attributing it to Hamas'sunwillingness for a hostage deal. He criticizes Qatar's role as a financial and political patron for numerous terror groups, questioning international inaction. Schanzer discusses the IDF's Gaza City offensive, emphasizing its necessity to defeat Hamas despite humanitarian concerns, and notes the "dissonance" of al-Sharaa (Al-Qaeda) speaking at the UN. 1045-1100 HEADLINE: Failed Israeli Strike in Doha, Qatar's Terror Support, and Gaza Offensive GUEST NAME: Jonathan Schanzer SUMMARY: Jonathan Schanzer analyzes Israel's failed strike on Hamas leadership in Doha, attributing it to Hamas'sunwillingness for a hostage deal. He criticizes Qatar's role as a financial and political patron for numerous terror groups, questioning international inaction. Schanzer discusses the IDF's Gaza City offensive, emphasizing its necessity to defeat Hamas despite humanitarian concerns, and notes the "dissonance" of al-Sharaa (Al-Qaeda) speaking at the UN. THIRD HOUR 1100-1115 HEADLINE: Russia-Belarus Nuclear Drills, ISIS in West Africa, and European Political Turmoil GUEST NAME: Gregory Copley SUMMARY: Gregory Copley reports on routine Russia-Belarus nuclear drills and provocative Russian drone activity near Poland. He details aggressive ISIS operations in West Africa, critiquing Nigeria's President Tinubu. Copleyhighlights surging populism and anti-immigrant sentiment across Europe, exemplified by a massive London "remigration" rally. He also discusses King Charles's potential constitutional role in addressing Britain's political crisis.1115-1130 HEADLINE: Russia-Belarus Nuclear Drills, ISIS in West Africa, and European Political Turmoil GUEST NAME: Gregory Copley SUMMARY: Gregory Copley reports on routine Russia-Belarus nuclear drills and provocative Russian drone activity near Poland. He details aggressive ISIS operations in West Africa, critiquing Nigeria's President Tinubu. Copleyhighlights surging populism and anti-immigrant sentiment across Europe, exemplified by a massive London "remigration" rally. He also discusses King Charles's potential constitutional role in addressing Britain's political crisis.1130-1145 HEADLINE: Russia-Belarus Nuclear Drills, ISIS in West Africa, and European Political Turmoil GUEST NAME: Gregory Copley SUMMARY: Gregory Copley reports on routine Russia-Belarus nuclear drills and provocative Russian drone activity near Poland. He details aggressive ISIS operations in West Africa, critiquing Nigeria's President Tinubu. Copleyhighlights surging populism and anti-immigrant sentiment across Europe, exemplified by a massive London "remigration" rally. He also discusses King Charles's potential constitutional role in addressing Britain's political crisis.1145-1200 HEADLINE: Russia-Belarus Nuclear Drills, ISIS in West Africa, and European Political Turmoil GUEST NAME: Gregory Copley SUMMARY: Gregory Copley reports on routine Russia-Belarus nuclear drills and provocative Russian drone activity near Poland. He details aggressive ISIS operations in West Africa, critiquing Nigeria's President Tinubu. Copleyhighlights surging populism and anti-immigrant sentiment across Europe, exemplified by a massive London "remigration" rally. He also discusses King Charles's potential constitutional role in addressing Britain's political crisis. FOURTH HOUR 12-1215 HEADLINE: IDF Launches Gaza Ground Offensive; Hamas, Qatar, and UN Dynamics GUEST NAME: David Daoud SUMMARY: David Daoud analyzes the IDF's ground offensive in Gaza City targeting Hamas, noting urban warfare challenges and international implications. He discusses Gazans' reluctance to evacuate and a failed Israeli strike on Hamas leadership in Doha. Daoud also expresses concern about al-Sharaa, an Al-Qaeda figure, addressing the UN General Assembly, highlighting the international community's willingness to "turn a blind eye" for political expediency. 1215-1230 HEADLINE: IDF Launches Gaza Ground Offensive; Hamas, Qatar, and UN Dynamics GUEST NAME: David Daoud SUMMARY: David Daoud analyzes the IDF's ground offensive in Gaza City targeting Hamas, noting urban warfare challenges and international implications. He discusses Gazans' reluctance to evacuate and a failed Israeli strike on Hamas leadership in Doha. Daoud also expresses concern about al-Sharaa, an Al-Qaeda figure, addressing the UN General Assembly, highlighting the international community's willingness to "turn a blind eye" for political expediency. 1230-1245 HEADLINE: NASA Budget Debates, SpaceX Reliability, and International Space Updates GUEST NAME: Bob Zimmerman SUMMARY: Bob Zimmerman discusses Trump administration's NASA budget cuts, Congress's push to restore funding for missions like Chandra and New Horizons. He also covers a SpaceX Starlink outage, Russia's shrinking space program, and the commercial space sector's growth. Zimmerman expresses skepticism about new sunspot predictions and explains M82 galaxy's star-forming activity. 1245-100 AM HEADLINE: NASA Budget Debates, SpaceX Reliability, and International Space Updates GUEST NAME: Bob Zimmerman SUMMARY: Bob Zimmerman discusses Trump administration's NASA budget cuts, Congress's push to restore funding for missions like Chandra and New Horizons. He also covers a SpaceX Starlink outage, Russia's shrinking space program, and the commercial space sector's growth. Zimmerman expresses skepticism about new sunspot predictions and explains M82 galaxy's star-forming activity.

    CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW SCHEDULE 1957 9-15-25 GOOD EVENING.  THE SHOW BEGINS IN TROUBLED AMERICA... FIRST HOUR 9-915 HEADLINE: Global Allies Worry About US Division, Adversaries Exploit Weakness GUEST AND TITLE: Ambassador Husain Haqqani, Hudson Institute Director of Eurasia Project; Bill Roggio, Senior Fellow for the Foundation for Defense of Democracies SUMMARY: Ambassador Husain Haqqani states US allies are "very worried" by American internal division and extreme rhetoric, unlike past unity. Bill Roggio notes similar European issues, but the US now seems to lead in domestic disorder. Adversaries like China, Russia, and Islamist extremists exploit this polarization, using social media manipulation and citing Western decline. Both emphasize leaders must reduce aggressive rhetoric, promote bipartisan cooperation, and control social media to heal divisions, advocating for unity to counter external exploitation and domestic radicalization. 915-930 HEADLINE: Global Allies Worry About US Division, Adversaries Exploit Weakness GUEST AND TITLE: Ambassador Husain Haqqani, Hudson Institute Director of Eurasia Project; Bill Roggio, Senior Fellow for the Foundation for Defense of Democracies 930-945 HEADLINE: Political Crises Deepen in Brazil and Venezuela Amidst US Pressure GUEST AND TITLE: Alejandro Peña Esclusa, Venezuelan writer and thinker; Ernesto Araújo, former Foreign Minister of the Republic of Brazil SUMMARY: Ernesto Araújo discusses former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro's conviction for an alleged assassination plot, calling it a "show trial" despite a dissenting judge's opinion. He notes Bolsonaro's failed anti-system movement. Alejandro Peña Esclusa reports a US military buildup near Venezuela, fostering internal military discussions about turning in Maduro. Both believe their countries' fates are linked; Venezuela's liberation could expose a crime network, potentially delegitimizing Lula's regime and fostering broader Latin American freedom 945-1000 HEADLINE: Political Crises Deepen in Brazil and Venezuela Amidst US Pressure GUEST AND TITLE: Alejandro Peña Esclusa, Venezuelan writer and thinker; Ernesto Araújo, former Foreign Minister of the Republic of Brazil SUMMARY: Ernesto Araújo discusses former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro's conviction for an alleged assassination plot, calling it a "show trial" despite a dissenting judge's opinion. He notes Bolsonaro's failed anti-system movement. Alejandro Peña Esclusa reports a US military buildup near Venezuela, fostering internal military discussions about turning in Maduro. Both believe their countries' fates are linked; Venezuela's liberation could expose a crime network, potentially delegitimizing Lula's regime and fostering broader Latin American freedom SECOND HOUR 10-1015 HEADLINE: Houthis Remain Undeterred Despite Israeli Strikes and US Sanctions GUEST AND TITLE: Bridget Toomey, Foundation for Defense of Democracies Houthi Watcher; Bill Roggio, Senior Fellow for the Foundation for Defense of Democracies SUMMARY: Bridget Toomey reports Houthis continue daily drone and missile launches towards Israel, with Israeli Iron Dome defenses proving effective. Israel responded with strikes on Houthi military and media infrastructure in Sana'a, causing civilian casualties. US Treasury sanctioned 32 Houthi-affiliated individuals/entities for supporting Iranian-backed smuggling networks. Toomey confirms Iran absolutely provides weapons, mostly via ship routes, despite interdiction efforts. She notes Houthis are undeterred, fueled by past attacks, and will likely continue unless Iran is held accountable. Bill Roggio critiques a recent, unsuccessful Israeli strike in Doha. 1015-1030 HEADLINE: Houthis Remain Undeterred Despite Israeli Strikes and US Sanctions GUEST AND TITLE: Bridget Toomey, Foundation for Defense of Democracies Houthi Watcher; Bill Roggio, Senior Fellow for the Foundation for Defense of Democracies SUMMARY: Bridget Toomey reports Houthis continue daily drone and missile launches towards Israel, with Israeli Iron Dome defenses proving effective. Israel responded with strikes on Houthi military and media infrastructure in Sana'a, causing civilian casualties. US Treasury sanctioned 32 Houthi-affiliated individuals/entities for supporting Iranian-backed smuggling networks. Toomey confirms Iran absolutely provides weapons, mostly via ship routes, despite interdiction efforts. She notes Houthis are undeterred, fueled by past attacks, and will likely continue unless Iran is held accountable. Bill Roggio critiques a recent, unsuccessful Israeli strike in Doha. 1030-1045 HEADLINE: South Korea's President Accused of Aligning with CCP and North Korea GUEST AND TITLE: Morse Tan, former US Ambassador at Large for Global Criminal Justice; Gordon Chang, author and geopolitical analyst SUMMARY: Morse Tan and Gordon Chang discuss South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol's policies, including a visa waiver for Chinese tourists, which Tan likens to CCP tactics. Tan claims Yoon aligns with the Chinese Communist Party and North Korea, dismantling counterintelligence and attending parades with Putin and Kim Jong-un. He reports Chinese nationals, pro-Yoon, illegally voted, and a third of South Korean police are reportedly CCP operatives. Yoon'sapproval is low, with most Koreans distrusting the CCP and prioritizing the US alliance. 1045-1100 HEADLINE: China's Advanced Weapon Systems and Global Asteroid Defense Ambitions GUEST AND TITLE: Rick Fisher, Senior Fellow, International Assessment and Strategy Center; Gordon Chang, author and geopolitical analyst SUMMARY: Rick Fisher discusses China's new DF-26D ballistic missile, capable of intercepting aircraft carriers up to 4,000 km, and other advanced unmanned weapon systems surpassing US capabilities. Gordon Chang questions US defense against these hypersonic threats. Fisher notes Russia's Energia space program faces financial distress due to the Ukraine war. China proposes an international asteroid defense, inviting global participation. Fisher warns this PLA-controlled initiative could be a front to develop anti-satellite capabilities and challenge the US in future conflicts. THIRD HOUR 1100-1115 HEADLINE: Ukraine Advances in Sumy, NATO Urged to Boost Russia Sanctions GUEST AND TITLE: John Hardie, Foundation for Defense of Democracies; Bill Roggio, Senior Fellow for the Foundation for Defense of DemocraciesSUMMARY: John Hardie discusses Ukrainian advances in the Sumy border area, noting Russia has redeployed better units to other regions like Donetsk, focusing on areas near Pokrovsk. He suggests Ukraine's counterattacks are part of an active defense, and their focus on Pokrovsk is strategically sound despite manpower shortages. Hardie highlights recent massive Russian drone barrages, including one into Poland, as a "wake-up call" for NATO to improve cost-effective air defenses. He advocates for stronger US secondary sanctions on Russian oil revenue and untying Ukraine's hands for long-range strikes. 1115-1130 HEADLINE: Ukraine Advances in Sumy, NATO Urged to Boost Russia Sanctions GUEST AND TITLE: John Hardie, Foundation for Defense of Democracies; Bill Roggio, Senior Fellow for the Foundation for Defense of Democracies130-1145 HEADLINE: MIT Professor Explains the Discovery of Ionic Liquid, Expanding Search for Extraterrestrial Life GUEST AND TITLE: Professor Sara Seager, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; David Livingston, Dr. Space of the Space Show SUMMARY: Professor Sara Seager discusses the accidental lab discovery of ionic liquids, a non-evaporating liquid salt potentially sustaining life on planets without water, expanding the traditional "habitable zone" concept. She envisions future missions like a Solar Gravitational Lens Telescope. For her lifetime, Professor Seager prioritizes privately funded "Morning Star missions" to Venus, beginning with Rocket Lab in 2026, to directly study its cloud particles for signs of life in this overlooked sister planet.1145-1200 HEADLINE: MIT Professor Explains the Discovery of Ionic Liquid, Expanding Search for Extraterrestrial Life GUEST AND TITLE: Professor Sara Seager, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; David Livingston, Dr. Space of the Space Show SUMMARY: Professor Sara Seager discusses the accidental lab discovery of ionic liquids, a non-evaporating liquid salt potentially sustaining life on planets without water, expanding the traditional "habitable zone" concept. She envisions future missions like a Solar Gravitational Lens Telescope. For her lifetime, Professor Seager prioritizes privately funded "Morning Star missions" to Venus, beginning with Rocket Lab in 2026, to directly study its cloud particles for signs of life in this overlooked sister planet FOURTH HOUR 12-1215 HEADLINE: US Diplomat Addresses Failed Doha Strike Amidst Iranian Defiance GUEST AND TITLE: Mary Kissel, Executive Vice President, Stephens Incorporated, former Senior Advisor for the Secretary of State SUMMARY: Mary Kissel discusses Secretary of State Marco Rubio's diplomatic shuttle after an unsuccessful Israeli airstrike in Doha targeting Hamas leadership. Despite the failure, she believes Israel's defense capabilities and past decapitation efforts were incredible, fostering public resolve against terrorism. Kissel notes Qatar's role as a money-laundering center and host of terror groups, despite its strategic importance to the US. She emphasizes that Iran, the world's largest state sponsor of terrorism, remains defiant regarding its nuclear and missile programs, posing an ongoing challenge for Israel and the US.1215-1230 Guest Names: Ahmad Sharawi and Bill Roggio Summary: Ahmad Sharawi and Bill Roggio discuss Al-Sharaa, the self-named president of Syria, who was appointed by militia leaders. His loyalist-drafted constitution grants him extensive powers, with key ministries held by former HTScommanders, and minority representatives serving as mere tokens. Formal Name: Ahmad Sharawi and Bill Roggio, Foundation for the Defense of Democracies 1230-1245 HEADLINE: Genocide Allegations Against Israel Debunked by Expert Analysis GUEST AND TITLE: Peter Berkowitz, Tad and Diane Taube Senior Fellow, Hoover Institution at Stanford University SUMMARY: Peter Berkowitz debunks genocide allegations against Israel, emphasizing the UN definition requires intent to destroy a group. He questions the credibility of the International Association of Genocide Scholars. Berkowitz highlights the absurdity, noting the Palestinian population tripled since the 1980s despite such claims. He attributes propaganda success to Hamas's use of human shields, shifting responsibility for civilian casualties. A comprehensive report systematically refutes claims of deliberate starvation, civilian targeting, and infrastructure bombing, demonstrating Israel's precautions.1245-100 AM HEADLINE: Genocide Allegations Against Israel Debunked by Expert Analysis GUEST AND TITLE: Peter Berkowitz, Tad and Diane Taube Senior Fellow, Hoover Institution at Stanford University SUMMARY: Peter Berkowitz debunks genocide allegations against Israel, emphasizing the UN definition require

CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW SCHEDULE  9-12-25 GOOD EVENING. THE SHOW BEGINS IN GAZA WITH THE GOAL OF DEHAMASIFICATION.. FIRST HOUR 9-915 John Bolton criticizes the "two-state solution" as a dead idea post-October 7th, proposing a "three-state solution" where Gaza returns to Egypt or is divided, and the West Bank is managed by Israel and Jordan. He emphasizes "De-Hamasification" as crucial and humanitarian, arguing that Arab nations, particularly Egypt, resist taking Gazan refugees due to fears of importing Hamas/Muslim Brotherhood influence. Bolton believes this is necessary for a stable future in the region. 915-930 Lorenzo Fiori shares a traditional Milanese recipe for "rice with saffron" (risotto alla Milanese), often served at La Scalagala dinners, describing it as delicious and creamy with parmesan cheese. He recommends pairing it with Italian wines like Barolo or Barbaresco from Piedmont. Fiori also discusses Italy's economic concerns regarding political instability in France and Germany, and the ongoing international interest in NATO events. 930-945 Gene Marks describes a mixed economic picture, noting that a national "slowdown" isn't universally felt, with many small businesses thriving. He highlights challenges like rising healthcare costs, spurring interest in self-insurance and health reimbursement arrangements. Marks discusses AI's impact on the workforce, specifically reducing sales and tech roles in large companies like Salesforce, but predicts a surge in demand for skilled trades not easily replaced by AI. 945-1000 CONTINUED Gene Marks describes a mixed economic picture, noting that a national "slowdown" isn't universally felt, with many small businesses thriving. He highlights challenges like rising healthcare costs, spurring interest in self-insurance and health reimbursement arrangements. Marks discusses AI's impact on the workforce, specifically reducing sales and tech roles in large companies like Salesforce, but predicts a surge in demand for skilled trades not easily replaced by AI. SECOND HOUR 10-1015 Jim McTague reports from Lancaster County, PA, challenging the narrative of an economic slowdown. He shares examples of busy local businesses like "Phil the painter" who has never been busier. McTague observes a trend of housing price cuts, but notes vibrant local tourism and events. He highlights the significant economic boost from two new data centers, creating 600-1000 construction jobs and 150 permanent positions, bringing the county into the 21st century. 1015-1030 Max Meizlish, a senior research analyst, highlights how Chinese money laundering networks are fueling America's fentanyl epidemic by cleaning drug proceeds for Mexican cartels. These networks also enable wealthy Chinese nationals to bypass capital control 1030-1045 Richard Epstein discusses federal district court judges defying presidential orders, attributing it to a breakdown of trust and the president's "robust view of executive power" that disregards established procedures and precedents. He explains that judges may engage in "passive resistance" or "cheating in self-defense" when they perceive the president acting for political reasons or abusing power, such as in budget cuts or dismissals. Epstein also links this distrust to gerrymandering and increasing political polarization1045-1100 Richard Epstein discusses federal district court judges defying presidential orders, attributing it to a breakdown of trust and the president's "robust view of executive power" that disregards established procedures and precedents. He explains that judges may engage in "passive resistance" or "cheating in self-defense" when they perceive the president acting for political reasons or abusing power, such as in budget cuts or dismissals. Epstein also links this distrust to gerrymandering and increasing political polarization. THIRD HOUR 1100-1115 Henry Sokolski addresses the critical challenge of the US power grid meeting AI data center demands, which are projected to require gigawatt-scale facilities and vastly increased electricity by 2030. He questions who bears the risk and cost of this buildout, advocating for AI companies to fund their own power generation. Sokolski also discusses the debate around nuclear power as a solution and Iran's suspect nuclear weapons program, highlighting the complexities of snapback sanctions and accounting for uranium. 1115-1130 CONTINUED Henry Sokolski addresses the critical challenge of the US power grid meeting AI data center demands, which are projected to require gigawatt-scale facilities and vastly increased electricity by 2030. He questions who bears the risk and cost of this buildout, advocating for AI companies to fund their own power generation. Sokolski also discusses the debate around nuclear power as a solution and Iran's suspect nuclear weapons program, highlighting the complexities of snapback sanctions and accounting for uranium.1130-1145 Professor John Cochrane of the Hoover Institution attributes current inflation to the fiscal theory of the price level. He explains that massive government spending, such as the $5 trillion borrowed during COVID-19 with $3 trillion printed by the Fed, combined with no credible plan for repayment, directly causes inflation. Cochrane differentiates this from monetarism, noting that quantitative easing (printing money and taking back bonds) did not lead to inflation. He emphasizes that the 2022 inflation spike was a loss of confidence in the government's ability to pay its debts. Successful disinflations, he argues, require a combination of monetary, fiscal, and microeconomic reforms. 1145-1200 Professor John Cochrane of the Hoover Institution attributes current inflation to the fiscal theory of the price level. He explains that massive government spending, such as the $5 trillion borrowed during COVID-19 with $3 trillion printed by the Fed, combined with no credible plan for repayment, directly causes inflation. Cochrane differentiates this from monetarism, noting that quantitative easing (printing money and taking back bonds) did not lead to inflation. He emphasizes that the 2022 inflation spike was a loss of confidence in the government's ability to pay its debts. Successful disinflations, he argues, require a combination of monetary, fiscal, and microeconomic reforms.FOURTH HOUR 12-1215 Conrad Black offers an insider's view of the Trump White House, describing a very positive, informal, and busy atmosphere. He notes the president's decisiveness, courtesy to subordinates, and long workdays, with constant activity in the Oval Office. Black contrasts this informal style with Roosevelt and Nixon, suggesting it's a "three-ring circus" that nonetheless works due to Trump's methods. He also touches on Canadian perceptions, acknowledging Trump's work ethic despite political differences.EV1215-1230 Brandon Weichert highlights the immense power demands of AI and AGI data centers, requiring gigawatts of electricity and facing significant regulatory hurdles. He discusses the potential weaponization of AI, noting human nature's tendency to weaponize new technologies. Weichert shares personal experiences with AI tools like Grok, Gemini, and Claude, including instances of AI "diversion" rather than hallucination. He emphasizes the need to master this technology, as the substantial investment ensures its permanence.1230-1245 Bob Zimmerman details SpaceX's expanding Starlink reach, including a $17 billion deal to acquire Echostar's FCCspectrum licenses, ensuring Echostar's survival by partnering rather than competing. He also reports on Starship Super Heavy's 10th test flight, where metal thermal tiles failed but significant lessons were learned, with plans for an 11th flight and version three development. NASA's Dragonfly mission to Titan is vastly over budget and behind schedule, risking failure. China's technological exports, including drones and EVs, pose surveillance risks due to government control.1245-100 AM CONTINUED Bob Zimmerman details SpaceX's expanding Starlink reach, including a $17 billion deal to acquire Echostar's FCCspectrum licenses, ensuring Echostar's survival by partnering rather than competing. He also reports on Starship Super Heavy's 10th test flight, where metal thermal tiles failed but significant lessons were learned, with plans for an 11th flight and version three development. NASA's Dragonfly mission to Titan is vastly over budget and behind schedule, risking failure. China's technological exports, including drones and EVs, pose surveillance risks due to government control.

CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW SCHEDULE  9-11-25 GOOD EVENING: The show begins in Brussels at the Article Four meeting called by Poland. 1942 FIRST HOUR 9-915 McCausland: Jeff McCausland analyzes Russia's drone probes into Poland, viewing them as Vladimir Putin's attempt to intimidate NATO and gather military intelligence. He notes Dmitry Medvedev's aggressive rhetoric against Finland. McCausland also discusses Israel's strike against Hamas in Doha, impacting US-Qatar relations, and US military posturing near Venezuela to intimidate Nicolás Maduro. He warns against "gunboat diplomacy" and a "war on cartels," stressing the dangers of escalation and historical lessons. 915-930 CONTINUED McCausland: Jeff McCausland analyzes Russia's drone probes into Poland, viewing them as Vladimir Putin's attempt to intimidate NATO and gather military intelligence. He notes Dmitry Medvedev's aggressive rhetoric against Finland. McCausland also discusses Israel's strike against Hamas in Doha, impacting US-Qatar relations, and US military posturing near Venezuela to intimidate Nicolás Maduro. He warns against "gunboat diplomacy" and a "war on cartels," stressing the dangers of escalation and historical lessons. 930-945 Mary O'Grady analyzes Argentine President Javier Milei's significant election loss in Buenos Aires, attributed to a corruption scandal involving his sister and the slowing economy. His brash style, while initially appealing and celebrated internationally, now alienates potential congressional allies and conservative voters. O'Grady suggests this approach is ill-suited for governing, hindering his economic reforms, as he struggles with high inflation and cuts to public subsidies, impacting public perception.945-1000 Chris Riegel, CEO of scholar.com, counters AI doomsayers like Geoff Hinton, emphasizing AI's transformational potential as a tool. He highlights the  mmense investment, hundreds of billions, in building gigawatt-plus data centers across the United States. This infrastructure drive is creating new industries and jobs, establishing the US as a global leader in AI, while also noting Asia's keen interest in US AI technology and Europe's lack of a cohesive strategy. SECOND HOUR 10-1015 Jonathan Conricus observes Qatar's unprecedented move to engage beyond conventional tools, which Israel is closely monitoring. He suggests Israel's recent strike could signify a new deterrence doctrine, making Hamas leaders in Doha more vulnerable. This pressure might compel Hamas to accept Israel's terms for ending the conflict, which include releasing hostages and surrendering, thereby preventing further destruction and suffering in Gaza, despite the significant costs involved for Israel.1015-1030 CONTINUED Jonathan Conricus observes Qatar's unprecedented move to engage beyond conventional tools, which Israel is closely monitoring. He suggests Israel's recent strike could signify a new deterrence doctrine, making Hamas leaders in Doha more vulnerable. This pressure might compel Hamas to accept Israel's terms for ending the conflict, which include releasing hostages and surrendering, thereby preventing further destruction and suffering in Gaza, despite the significant costs involved for Israel.1030-1045 Ben Baird reveals US government agencies, under both Obama and Biden administrations, continuously funded extremist Muslim groups. Despite warnings and previous Trump administration cuts, over $25 million in grants went to organizations with alleged ties to terrorism, antisemitism, the Muslim Brotherhood, and Hamas. This included partnering with groups like CAIR, which also provided firearms training to radical mosques, raising serious questions about oversight and vetting standards for federal funds.1045-1100 Jonathan Speyer reports on Houthi attacks on Red Sea shipping and Israel, sustained by Iranian, Iraqi, Hezbollah, and even Chinese support. He describes the Houthis as fanatical, religiously and tribally motivated, aiming for "death to America, death to Israel, and curse the Jews." While cutting their supply chain and taking Hodeidah port is militarily feasible for a Western-backed force, a lack of political will currently prevents such aggressive action against their sophisticated smuggling operations. THIRD HOUR 1100-1115 Anatol Lieven explains that Alexander Lukashenko of Belarus is a Soviet loyalist, not a Putin stooge, but was driven to Russia by Western sanctions. He discusses Russian drone incursions into Poland, likely an intentional message to NATO to test air defenses and warn against deploying troops to Ukraine. Russia may also seek to maintain Belarus firmly in its orbit by disrupting its multi-vector foreign policy initiatives, particularly any attempts at détente with the West.1115-1130 CONTINUED Anatol Lieven explains that Alexander Lukashenko of Belarus is a Soviet loyalist, not a Putin stooge, but was driven to Russia by Western sanctions. He discusses Russian drone incursions into Poland, likely an intentional message to NATO to test air defenses and warn against deploying troops to Ukraine. Russia may also seek to maintain Belarus firmly in its orbit by disrupting its multi-vector foreign policy initiatives, particularly any attempts at détente with the West.1130-1145 Veronique de Rugy critiques US tax "carveouts," identifying them as inefficient special interest deductions that often fail to incentivize desired behaviors, citing employer health insurance and mortgage interest deductions. While a flat tax would streamline the system and boost economic growth by focusing on consumption, de Rugy emphasizes that no tax system alone can resolve the severe US debt crisis; crucial reforms to Social Security and Medicare are indispensable.1145-1200 Ronan Wordsworth addresses a persistent recruitment and retention crisis in Five Eyes militaries, spanning decades. Younger generations, particularly Gen Z, favor STEM careers offering flexibility and better pay over military discipline. Militaries are responding with increased advertising, flexible service models, lateral entry for skilled professionals, and significant pay raises and bonuses. Low morale, stemming from unpopular past wars and perceived institutional guilt, also significantly impacts retention rates. FOURTH HOUR 12-1215 Professor Evan Ellis details Peru's complex political landscape under unpopular President Dina Boluarte, its strategic importance due to mineral resources, and substantial economic ties with China, including the Chancay deepwater port. He also addresses the escalating Venezuelan situation, with a US Marine Air-Ground Task Force deployment and bounties on Nicolás Maduro, suggesting potential military action. Additionally, he touches on Bolsonaro's trial in Brazil and Guyana's newfound oil wealth amid Venezuelan threats.1215-1230 CONTINUED Professor Evan Ellis details Peru's complex political landscape under unpopular President Dina Boluarte, its strategic importance due to mineral resources, and substantial economic ties with China, including the Chancay deepwater port. He also addresses the escalating Venezuelan situation, with a US Marine Air-Ground Task Force deployment and bounties on Nicolás Maduro, suggesting potential military action. Additionally, he touches on Bolsonaro's trial in Brazil and Guyana's newfound oil wealth amid Venezuelan threats.1230-1245 CONTINUED Professor Evan Ellis details Peru's complex political landscape under unpopular President Dina Boluarte, its strategic importance due to mineral resources, and substantial economic ties with China, including the Chancay deepwater port. He also addresses the escalating Venezuelan situation, with a US Marine Air-Ground Task Force deployment and bounties on Nicolás Maduro, suggesting potential military action. Additionally, he touches on Bolsonaro's trial in Brazil and Guyana's newfound oil wealth amid Venezuelan threats.1245-100 AM CONTINUED Professor Evan Ellis details Peru's complex political landscape under unpopular President Dina Boluarte, its strategic importance due to mineral resources, and substantial economic ties with China, including the Chancay deepwater port. He also addresses the escalating Venezuelan situation, with a US Marine Air-Ground Task Force deployment and bounties on Nicolás Maduro, suggesting potential military action. Additionally, he touches on Bolsonaro's trial in Brazil and Guyana's newfound oil wealth amid Venezuelan threats.

CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW SCHEDULE  9-10-25 Good evening. The show begins in Poland as the government and military respond to drones crossing the Belarus to Poland border... FIRST HOUR 9-915 General Blaine Holt NATO Reacts to Russian Drone Incursions into Poland General Blaine Holt analyzes Russiandrone incursions into Polish airspace from Belarus, triggering a NATO Article 4 meeting. While NATO calls it an "intentional incursion" to allow de-escalation, Poland considers it an "act of war." The incident highlights NATO's rapid response capabilities and the broader "poly crisis" in Europe, requiring diplomatic de-escalation. 915-930 CONTINUED General Blaine Holt NATO Reacts to Russian Drone Incursions into Poland General Blaine Holt analyzes Russiandrone incursions into Polish airspace from Belarus, triggering a NATO Article 4 meeting. While NATO calls it an "intentional incursion" to allow de-escalation, Poland considers it an "act of war." The incident highlights NATO's rapid response capabilities and the broader "poly crisis" in Europe, requiring diplomatic de-escalation. 930-945 Lance Gatling Japan's LDP Prime Minister Race and China's Influence Lance Gatling discusses the race for Japan'snew Prime Minister within the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) following Ishida's resignation. The LDP lacks a majority, complicating coalition-building. Takaichi Sanae, a conservative candidate critical of China, is opposed by Beijing's propagandists, highlighting China's active influence in the Japanese political landscape .945-1000 Captain James Fanell NATO Article 4 Invoked Amidst Russian Drones, China's South China Sea AggressionCaptain James Fanell discusses NATO's Article 4 invocation after Russian drones entered Polish airspace during Zapad exercises, potentially testing defenses. He also details China's escalating aggression in the South China Sea, where its navy chased a Philippine vessel near Scarborough Shoal. The "poly crisis" necessitates increased US defense spending and alliances. SECOND HOUR 10-1015 Steve Yates Pentagon's National Defense Strategy Amidst Global Crises Steve Yates discusses the Pentagon's new National Defense Strategy (NDS), which prioritizes China as the "pacing challenge" over climate change. The "Fortress America" concept of homeland defense is debated against the need for alliances and extended deterrence. Events like Russian drones in Poland underscore the loss of US initiative and the urgency of adaptive defense strategies. 1015-1030 Charles Burton Canada's Dilemma: Chinese EVs and National Security Charles Burton discusses Canada'sreluctance to link national security with China, specifically regarding Chinese EVs (dubbed "spy machines"). Canadaimposed 100% tariffs at US request, leading to China's retaliation on Canadian canola. This creates a dilemma, as Canada prioritizes economic gain despite China's espionage and potential US border bans on Chinese EVs.1030-1045 Andrea Stricker Iran's Nuclear Program Targeted, Verification Crisis Ensues Andrea Stricker discusses Israel and USstrikes on Iran's nuclear facilities like Fordo, Natanz, and Isfahan, destroying centrifuges and weaponization capabilities. The IAEA cannot verify Iran's nuclear material locations after inspectors were expelled. Iran's 60% enriched uranium poses a proliferation risk, leading to anticipated UN sanctions. The strikes prevented JCPOA-allowed centrifuge surges.1045-1100CONTINUED Andrea Stricker Iran's Nuclear Program Targeted, Verification Crisis Ensues Andrea Stricker discusses Israel and USstrikes on Iran's nuclear facilities like Fordo, Natanz, and Isfahan, destroying centrifuges and weaponization capabilities. The IAEA cannot verify Iran's nuclear material locations after inspectors were expelled. Iran's 60% enriched uranium poses a proliferation risk, leading to anticipated UN sanctions. The strikes prevented JCPOA-allowed centrifuge surges. THIRD HOUR 1100-1115 Professor Josh Blackman Judicial Defiance: Lower Courts Challenge Supreme Court and Trump AdministrationProfessor Josh Blackman details an unprecedented judicial "revolt" where lower federal courts, particularly in Boston, repeatedly defy Supreme Court rulings and temporary restraining orders against the Trump Administration. Cases involve deportation and presidential firing power. Chief Justice Roberts is struggling to make lower courts "get in line," prompting a rare concurrence from Justice Gorsuch criticizing the defiance.1115-1130 Professor Josh Blackman Judicial Defiance: Lower Courts Challenge Supreme Court and Trump AdministrationProfessor Josh Blackman details an unprecedented judicial "revolt" where lower federal courts, particularly in Boston, repeatedly defy Supreme Court rulings and temporary restraining orders against the Trump Administration. Cases involve deportation and presidential firing power. Chief Justice Roberts is struggling to make lower courts "get in line," prompting a rare concurrence from Justice Gorsuch criticizing the defiance. 1130-1145 Bob Zimmerman Space Policy, Launches, and Astronomical Discoveries Bob Zimmerman criticizes the over-budget Artemis lunar program while praising SpaceX's increased launches from Cape Canaveral. He discusses the politically-driven Space Force HQ relocation and NASA's efforts to reduce reliance on Russia for ISS orbit-raising. Global space startups are booming, Starlink cuts prices, and new astronomical discoveries are made.1145-1200CONTINUED Bob Zimmerman Space Policy, Launches, and Astronomical Discoveries Bob Zimmerman criticizes the over-budget Artemis lunar program while praising SpaceX's increased launches from Cape Canaveral. He discusses the politically-driven Space Force HQ relocation and NASA's efforts to reduce reliance on Russia for ISS orbit-raising. Global space startups are booming, Starlink cuts prices, and new astronomical discoveries are made.FOURTH HOUR 12-1215 Simon Constable Global Commodities, French Politics, and 9/11 Reflection Simon Constable discusses commodity trends: copper and gold prices surge due to AI demand and monetary fear, while orange juice falls and coffee rises. He covers France's political crisis, with Sebastien Lecornu becoming the sixth Prime Minister under Macron, and local support for Marine Le Pen's National Rally. He also shares a personal 9/11 account from One World Financial Center.1215-1230CONTINUED Simon Constable Global Commodities, French Politics, and 9/11 Reflection Simon Constable discusses commodity trends: copper and gold prices surge due to AI demand and monetary fear, while orange juice falls and coffee rises. He covers France's political crisis, with Sebastien Lecornu becoming the sixth Prime Minister under Macron, and local support for Marine Le Pen's National Rally. He also shares a personal 9/11 account from One World Financial Center.1230-1245 Grant Newsham Korea's Division, South Korea's Shift, and the Axis of Adversaries Grant Newsham traces Korea's1945 division by US officers, leading to North Korea's establishment. He highlights the pro-North Korea South Korean administration's alignment with China and Russia. The unified appearance of Kim Jong-un, Xi Jinping, and Vladimir Putin at a Beijing parade solidifies them as a formidable "axis of adversaries," intimidating the West.1245-100 AM Michael Bernstam Falling Oil Prices Threaten Russia's Economy, Boost US and Europe Michael Bernstam explains that falling oil prices, forecasted to drop to $50/barrel due to increased OPEC supply, will severely impact Russia'sbudget (based on $70/barrel) and push it towards recession. This benefits US consumers and GDP, while rising US LNGexports fully replace Europe's Russian gas, effectively isolating Russia from the European energy marke

SHOW SCHEDULE 9-8-25 CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR GOOD EVENING: The show begins in Yemen, asking what is to be done with the pirate Houthis? 1993 YEMEN FIRST HOUR 9-915 Bridget Toomey, Bill Raggio. Israel Strikes Houthis in Yemen Amidst Renewed Conflict and US Policy Flaws. Israel has intensified strikes against Houthis in Yemen, assassinating 12 government members in August. A previous USdeal enabling continued Houthi attacks on Israel is criticized. The Iranian proxy retaliated with new attacks and detained UN personnel. International response to Red Sea aggression is stalled, complicated by the Israeli conflict and geopolitical interests.915-930 CONTINUED Bridget Toomey, Bill Raggio. Israel Strikes Houthis in Yemen Amidst Renewed Conflict and US Policy Flaws. Israel has intensified strikes against Houthis in Yemen, assassinating 12 government members in August. A previous USdeal enabling continued Houthi attacks on Israel is criticized. The Iranian proxy retaliated with new attacks and detained UN personnel. International response to Red Sea aggression is stalled, complicated by the Israeli conflict and geopolitical interests.930-945 David Daoud. Jerusalem Terror Attack Highlights Persistent West Bank Threats and Gaza War Dynamics. A Jerusalem bus attack by West Bank Palestinians killed six, reflecting persistent terror and security gaps. Israel'sGaza City incursion proceeds slowly, impacted by depleted resources and international opposition. Israel may use the invasion threat for Hamas concessions. President Trump supports Israel's operations but urges the war's end, impacting Israel's image.945-1000 CONTINUED David Daoud. Jerusalem Terror Attack Highlights Persistent West Bank Threats and Gaza War Dynamics. A Jerusalem bus attack by West Bank Palestinians killed six, reflecting persistent terror and security gaps. Israel'sGaza City incursion proceeds slowly, impacted by depleted resources and international opposition. Israel may use the invasion threat for Hamas concessions. President Trump supports Israel's operations but urges the war's end, impacting Israel's image. SECOND HOUR 10-1015 Malcolm Hoenlein. Jerusalem Terror Attack and Gaza Offensive Amidst Global Geopolitical Shifts.A Jerusalem bus terror attack killed six; Gaza offensive targets Hamas infrastructure amidst propaganda. UAEcondemned the attack. France's government fell, impacting Macron's Palestinian state push. Iraq probes Iranian oil smuggling, and Iran established UK sleeper cells. A controversial anti-American Detroit conference, with Congresswoman Tlaib, occurred. Public support for Israel remains strong. 1015-1030 CONTINUED  Malcolm Hoenlein. Jerusalem Terror Attack and Gaza Offensive Amidst Global Geopolitical Shifts. A Jerusalem bus terror attack killed six; Gaza offensive targets Hamas infrastructure amidst propaganda. UAEcondemned the attack. France's government fell, impacting Macron's Palestinian state push. Iraq probes Iranian oil smuggling, and Iran established UK sleeper cells. A controversial anti-American Detroit conference, with Congresswoman Tlaib, occurred. Public support for Israel remains strong.1030-1045 JANATYN SAYEH. Israel Amplifies Anti-Regime Messaging in Iran Amidst Shadow War and Rearmament Concerns. Iran anticipates war as Israel targets nuclear sites and supports the Iranian opposition, projecting a prosperous post-regime future. Tehran now sees Israel, not US, as the primary regime-change threat. China provides economic support, but Iran's proxies face rearmament challenges. Uncertainty on Iran's nuclear material and enrichment capacity fuels potential Israeli attacks. 1045-1100 CONTINUED JANATYN SAYEH. Israel Amplifies Anti-Regime Messaging in Iran Amidst Shadow War and Rearmament Concerns. Iran anticipates war as Israel targets nuclear sites and supports the Iranian opposition, projecting a prosperous post-regime future. Tehran now sees Israel, not US, as the primary regime-change threat. China provides economic support, but Iran's proxies face rearmament challenges. Uncertainty on Iran's nuclear material and enrichment capacity fuels potential Israeli attacks. THIRD HOUR 1100-1115 John HardIe. Russia Intensifies Ukraine Barrage; Trump Faces Pressure for Stronger Sanctions. Russia launched a massive drone and missile attack on Ukraine, signaling Putin's refusal to negotiate. President Trumpfaces pressure to implement tougher sanctions on Russian oil revenue. Ukraine faces infantry shortages and porous lines but is improving air defenses. Russian advances are slow, struggling to exploit Ukrainian vulnerabilities on the battlefield.1115-1130 CONTINUED  John HardIe. Russia Intensifies Ukraine Barrage; Trump Faces Pressure for Stronger Sanctions. Russia launched a massive drone and missile attack on Ukraine, signaling Putin's refusal to negotiate. President Trumpfaces pressure to implement tougher sanctions on Russian oil revenue. Ukraine faces infantry shortages and porous lines but is improving air defenses. Russian advances are slow, struggling to exploit Ukrainian vulnerabilities on the battlefield. 1130-1145 Ernesto Araújo, Alejandro Peña Esclusa. US Escalates Anti-Drug Operations in Venezuela; Brazil Shows Support for Trump Against Lula. President Trump enacted a military doctrine targeting Venezuelan drug cartels, including a boat strike, with Venezuelans hoping for liberation from Maduro. In Brazil, public support for Trump and Bolsonaro signals desire for US alliance against Lula's government. Trump threatens tariffs if Bolsonaro is jailed.1145-1200 CONTINUED Ernesto Araújo, Alejandro Peña Esclusa. US Escalates Anti-Drug Operations in Venezuela; Brazil Shows Support for Trump Against Lula. President Trump enacted a military doctrine targeting Venezuelan drug cartels, including a boat strike, with Venezuelans hoping for liberation from Maduro. In Brazil, public support for Trump and Bolsonaro signals desire for US alliance against Lula's government. Trump threatens tariffs if Bolsonaro is jailed. FOURTH HOUR 12-1215  Alan Tonelson. Mexico Considers Tariffs on China Amidst US Pressure and Manufacturing Shifts. Mexico considers tariffs on China to protect local industry, aligning with Trump 2.0's North American trade strategy. China's export-driven model faces global pushback. US manufacturing capital spending rises despite job uncertainty. A Hyundai plant in Georgia controversially employed South Koreans lacking proper papers, challenging the Inflation Reduction Act's American job goals.1215-1230 CONTINUED  Alan Tonelson. Mexico Considers Tariffs on China Amidst US Pressure and Manufacturing Shifts. Mexico considers tariffs on China to protect local industry, aligning with Trump 2.0's North American trade strategy. China's export-driven model faces global pushback. US manufacturing capital spending rises despite job uncertainty. A Hyundai plant in Georgia controversially employed South Koreans lacking proper papers, challenging the Inflation Reduction Act's American job goals.1230-1245 Kelly Currie. Indonesia Navigates Geopolitical Tensions and Domestic Instability Amidst Cabinet Shuffle. Indonesian President Prabowo attended a Chinese parade, balancing China's investment with other alliances amidst domestic protests. Indonesia grapples with persistent corruption, police brutality, and deep-seated societal tensions. A cabinet reshuffle, replacing Finance Minister Sri Mulyani Indrawati, risks economic instability despite growth promises. Indonesia seeks US balance against China.1245-100 AM Michael Sobolik. China's Biowarfare Ambitions Threaten US Dominance and Global Health. China's Communist Party develops biowarfare, including ethnic-specific genetic attacks, to achieve strategic dominance over the US. China aims to divert US biotech innovation and control future vaccine distribution, leveraging lessons from COVID-19. US vaccine hesitancy and decreased investment in cutting-edge technology leave it dangerously exposed to future biothreats.

CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW SCHEDULE  9-5 GOOD EVENING: The show begins in Las Vegas as the Strip struggles with decline. FIRST HOUR 9-915 Jeff Bliss, Las Vegas Tourism Decline and Anaheim Development Jeff Bliss reports a significant decline in Las Vegas tourism, with a 12% drop in visitors, which he attributes to the city's nickel and diming practices by major corporations like MGM and Caesar's Palace, coupled with the rise of online gambling. Despite increased gaming revenue, the broader city economy, including restaurants and hotels not part of the strip, is suffering. Vegas resorts are now offering discounts and food credits to attract visitors. Nevada's unique lack of a state lottery, forcing residents to cross state lines for games like Powerball, also highlights a peculiar disadvantage. In Anaheim, a proposed skyway/gondola system aims to connect Disneyland, hotels, and sports venues. 915-930 Brandon Weichert, Artificial Intelligence, Quantum Computing, and Economic Impact Brandon Weichert and John Batchelor discuss artificial intelligence and quantum computing, with Weichert expressing optimism for AI's long-term economic benefits, though he finds a 7% GDP growth projection very optimistic. He believes AI will augment, not replace, human work, leading to positive productivity gains over time, especially in manufacturing and tech sectors. The conversation touches on AI's current competitiveness in generating novel research hypotheses, nearly matching humans in a Science magazine study, but humans still slightly lead in designing experiments. Weichertsees quantum computing as the next breakthrough 930-945  Professor Richard Epstein, Federal Power, National Guard Deployment, and University Funding Professor Richard Epstein discusses two cases involving the Trump administration's use of federal power. First, he analyzes Judge Charles Brier's ruling that Trump's deployment of National Guard troops for immigration enforcement in Southern California was partially illegal, citing the 1878 Posse Comitatus Act. Epstein distinguishes between protecting federal interests and overstepping into local policing, as with traffic violations or raids far from Los Angeles. He criticizes the political polarization between Trump and Governor Gavin Newsom for hindering cooperation during emergencies. Second, Epstein addresses Judge Allison Burroughs' interim decision against Trump's freezing of Harvard's research funds over anti-Semitism allegations, warning of long-term damage to US medical research. 945-1000 CONTINUED Professor Richard Epstein, Federal Power, National Guard Deployment, and University FundingProfessor Richard Epstein discusses two cases involving the Trump administration's use of federal power. First, he analyzes Judge Charles Brier's ruling that Trump's deployment of National Guard troops for immigration enforcement in Southern California was partially illegal, citing the 1878 Posse Comitatus Act. Epstein distinguishes between protecting federal interests and overstepping into local policing, as with traffic violations or raids far from Los Angeles. He criticizes the political polarization between Trump and Governor Gavin Newsom for hindering cooperation during emergencies. Second, Epstein addresses Judge Allison Burroughs' interim decision against Trump's freezing of Harvard's research funds over anti-Semitism allegations, warning of long-term damage to US medical research. SECOND HOUR 10-1015 Bradley Bowman, Chinese Military Parade and US Security Bradley Bowman discusses a recent massive Chinese military parade, noting the presence of Xi Jinping, Vladimir Putin, and Kim Jong-un, with the president of Iran also in attendance. He views the parade as a demonstration of China's decades-long effort to build a military capable of defeating the US in the Pacific, highlighting the erosion of American security and increased likelihood of a Taiwan Strait conflict. Specific concerns include modernized hypersonic YJ seriesanti-ship missiles challenging US naval interception, the DF61 intercontinental ballistic missile aimed at the US, and a low-observable tailless drone for manned fighters.1015-1030 Conrad Black, Canadian Politics, Mr. Carney's Government, and Regional Challenges Conrad Black discusses the challenges facing Mr. Carney's new Canadian government, particularly the unrest in Alberta. Carney's extreme green views threaten Alberta's oil and ranching economy, leading to a significant separatist movement that could see the province join the United States if its energy exports aren't facilitated. Black notes that Carney has yet to reveal his plans to address this or the historical cultural and political challenges posed by Quebec, a wealthy province with aspirations for independence. Carney has been robust on national security, agreeing with President Trump that Canada needs increased defense spending.1030-1045 Jim McTague, Lancaster County Economy and National Job Market Jim McTague provides an optimistic view of Lancaster County's economy, contrasting with national job market slowdowns. He notes low unemployment at 3.4% and no personal reports of job losses. The county's economy is buoyed by affluent retirees, who contribute millions to local restaurants and businesses, and a booming tourism sector attracting 10 million visitors annually. McTague highlights the importance of agriculture and the Amish culture as economic backbones. However, housing prices are significantly elevated, posing a challenge for younger, lower-wage workers. Growth is concentrated in suburban townships due to a superior healthcare industry and expanding data centers and pharmaceutical companies attracting professionals.1045-1100 CONTINUED Jim McTague, Lancaster County Economy and National Job Market Jim McTague provides an optimistic view of Lancaster County's economy, contrasting with national job market slowdowns. He notes low unemployment at 3.4% and no personal reports of job losses. The county's economy is buoyed by affluent retirees, who contribute millions to local restaurants and businesses, and a booming tourism sector attracting 10 million visitors annually. McTague highlights the importance of agriculture and the Amish culture as economic backbones. However, housing prices are significantly elevated, posing a challenge for younger, lower-wage workers. Growth is concentrated in suburban townships due to a superior healthcare industry and expanding data centers and pharmaceutical companies attracting professionals. THIRD HOUR 1100-1115 Molly Beer, Angelica Schuyler Church and the American Revolution Molly Beer discusses Angelica Schuyler Church (1755-1814), a prominent figure during the American Revolution. Born to the influential Schuyler family in Albany, Angelica was well-educated, a trait uncommon for women of her time but typical for Dutch families. She eloped with John Carter (later John Barker Church), much to her family's dismay, a decision perhaps driven by love for the cosmopolitan Englishman. Angelica was deeply involved in the revolutionary cause, supporting the French army and maintaining a strong patriotic identity even while living in London after the war. She cultivated extensive connections with key figures like George Washington, Alexander Hamilton, Thomas Jefferson, and Lafayette .1115-1130 CONTINUED Molly Beer, Angelica Schuyler Church and the American Revolution 1130-1145 CONTINUED Molly Beer, Angelica Schuyler Church and the American Revolution Molly Beer discusses 1145-1200 CONTINUED Molly Beer, Angelica Schuyler Church and the American Revolution Molly Beer . FOURTH HOUR 12-1215 Henry Sokolski, Plutonium, Nuclear Proliferation, and International Debate Henry Sokolski discusses the global debate surrounding plutonium, a highly poisonous substance used in nuclear weapons, especially by China, South Korea, and Britain. He explains that plutonium can be extracted from nuclear power reactors and quickly used to make a bomb, similar to the Nagasaki weapon. Sokolski criticizes the US Energy Department for suggesting that new reactor designs like Natrium and Ollo can extract plutonium while leaving enough radionuclides to prevent bomb-making, a claim previously debunked by studies. He highlights proliferation risks, citing South Korea's historical attempts to use civil reprocessing to acquire nuclear weapons.1215-1230 Jack Burnham, Manhattan Project Lessons for AI and US-China Talent Competition Jack Burnham explains that China views the Manhattan Project as a key lesson in harnessing international talent for national strategic goals, particularly in artificial intelligence. The US successfully recruited theoretical physicists fleeing Nazi Germany, nurturing a scientific reserve for the atomic bomb project. Burnham notes that after World War II, the US continued to prioritize basic science funding, leading to its technological edge. However, he suggests the US is currently struggling with this, as funding issues and regulatory uncertainty are driving American scientists abroad and limiting foreign talent attraction while countries like China, the EU, France, and Canada actively recruit US scientists.1230-1245 Nathaniel Peters, The Nature of Murder and Evil in Andrew Klavan's "The Kingdom of Cain" Nathaniel Peters reviews Andrew Klavan's "The Kingdom of Cain," which explores murder and evil through fiction and real-life examples. Klavan, a former atheist, was propelled to faith by Klavan, a former atheist, was propelled to faith by pondering evil, suggesting that recognizing objective moral order is necessary to condemn acts like those of the Marquis de Sade. The book examines Leopold and Loeb, who murdered to prove their superiority and live beyond good and evil, but left a crucial clue, highlighting their human fallibility. Klavan also considers Dostoevsky's Raskolnikov, whose rationalized yet pointless murder leads to a breakdown of his self-deception. Klavan argues artistic creation, like Michelangelo's Pietà, can redeem or transform the subject of art.1245-100 AM CONTINUED Nathaniel Peters, The Nature of Murder and Evil in Andrew Klavan's "The Kingdom of Cain" Nathaniel Peters reviews Andrew Klavan's "The Kingdom of Cain," which explores murder and evil through fiction and real-life examples. Klavan, a former atheist, was propelled to faith by pondering evil, suggesting that recognizing objective moral order is necessary to condemn acts like those of the Marquis de Sade. The book examines Leopold and Loeb, who murdered to prove their superiority and live beyond good and evil, but left a crucial clue, highlighting their human fallibility. Klavan also considers Dostoevsky's Raskolnikov, whose rationalized yet pointless murder leads to a breakdown of his self-deception. Klavan argues artistic creation, like Michelangelo's Pietà, can redeem or transform the subject of art.

SHOW SCHEDULE  9-3-25 CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR GOOD EVENING: The show begins in Beijing, watching the trio of Xi, Putin and Kim review the display of offensive weapons and offensive battalions. FIRST HOUR 9-915 John Batchelor 09-03 segment 1.mp3 Guest: Colonel Jeff McCausland, United States Army retired artilleryman, CBS News, Dickinson College visiting professor, and Diamond 6 Leadership and Strategy CEO. Global Geopolitics and Military Displays Colonel Jeff McCausland discusses a Beijing military parade featuring Xi Jinping, Kim Jong-un, and Vladimir Putin, interpreting it as a message of strength and innovation, not peace, while downplaying the US role in WWII. He also covers the static battle lines in Ukraine, European proposals for a military force, and US involvement in Middle East conflicts in Yemen and Gaza, noting a tactical agreement with the Houthis. 915-930 : John Batchelor 09-03 segment 2.mp3 Guest: Colonel Jeff McCausland, United States Army retired artilleryman, CBS News, Dickinson College visiting professor, and Diamond 6 Leadership and Strategy CEO. Pentagon's Evolving Mission and Global Order Colonel Jeff McCausland discusses the new national military strategy emphasizing homeland defense as the primary mission for the Department of Defense, shifting from an international "cop on the beat" role to a domestic one. This is reflected in increased border forces and Caribbean operations. McCausland also touches on China's ambition to establish a new global order, returning to its perceived historical position as a superpower, utilizing organizations like BRICS and the Shanghai Cooperation Organization.930-945 John Batchelor 09-03 segment 3.mp3 Guest: John Cochrane at the Hoover Institution. Federal Reserve Independence and Financial Regulation John Cochrane explores the complex debate on whether financial regulation should be integrated with or separated from monetary policy and less independent of Congress. He raises concerns about the Fed's independence, its failure to foresee the Silicon Valley Bank collapse, and the "too big to fail" phenomenon. Cochrane also discusses the risks of the Fed monetizing debt, its stance on stablecoins, and how its actions influence fiscal policy. 945-1000 John Batchelor 09-03 segment 4.mp3 Guest: John Cochrane of the Hoover Institution. Reforming the Federal Reserve's Role John Cochrane addresses proposals to reorganize the Federal Reserve, questioning whether it should become more political or have its scope narrowed to monetary policy, his preferred option. He criticizes the Fed'spandemic response, specifically its decision to print trillions of dollars for deficits, which he argues was a choice leading to the 2022 inflation. Cochrane also examines the wisdom of Quantitative Easing (QE), suggesting it had limited economic impact but expanded the Fed's political influence. SECOND HOUR 10-1015 John Batchelor 09-03 segment 5.mp3 Guests: Gordon Chang and General Blaine Holt, US Air Force General, retired. China's Historical Revisionism and Autocratic Alliances Gordon Chang and General Blaine Holtdiscuss China's military parade, led by Xi Jinping, which falsely claims Chinese victory over Japan in WWII, omitting the US and Allied contributions. Holt views the parade as theater for a crumbling Belt and Road Initiative, not a united front. They note India's absence from the parade due to animosity with China. Despite appearances, Putin and Kim Jong-un also have underlying animosity towards Xi Jinping, making their alliance one of expediency, not unity.1015-1030 John Batchelor 09-03 segment 6.mp3 Guests: Gordon Chang and Peter Huessy, President of Geostrategic Analysis, a fellow at the National Institute for Deterrent Studies. China's Nuclear Ambitions and Arms Control Challenges Peter Huessy describes China's nuclear weapons as tools for coercion and hegemonic goals, a stark contrast to the US view of deterrence. He notes China's rapid nuclear buildup, exceeding Soviet Union rates during the Cold War. Huessy and Gordon Chang discuss the imminent expiration of the New Start treaty with Russia and the absence of arms control talks with China, which has historically aided proliferation. This signals a "brave new world" with zero legal restraint on nuclear weapons.1030-1045 : John Batchelor 09-03 segment 7.mp3 Guests: Gordon Chang and Captain James Fanell, United States Navy retired, intelligence officer for the Seventh Fleet and for the Indo-Pacific Theater. Pacific Tensions: Philippines, China, and US Naval Strategy Captain James Fanell and Gordon Chang analyze China's strategic ambition to subjugate the Philippines, building militarized islands in the South China Sea. Fanell highlights Scarborough Shoal as a critical "cork in the bottle," potentially used by China as a military base. He notes the Philippines' new forward operating base with anti-ship missiles in the Bashi Channel as a counter. Fanell suggests a reinvigorated US Navymorale and a shift in the Pentagon's approach to deter China.1045-1100 John Batchelor 09-03 segment 8.mp3 Guests: Gordon Chang and Rebecca Grant, Vice President of the Lexington Institute. Venezuela, Guyana, and US Deterrence in the Caribbean Rebecca Grant discusses Guyana'sburgeoning oil wealth and Venezuela's threatening territorial claims under Maduro, who also opposes democracy. She and Gordon Chang analyze a significant US Navy presence off Venezuela's coast, including destroyers and a Marine Expeditionary Unit, as a strong deterrent against Maduro's actions and his alliances with Russia and China. Grantindicates improving morale and combat readiness within the US Navy, emphasizing its vital role in global operations. THIRD HOUR John Batchelor 09-03 segment 9.mp3 Guest: Brett Arends of Market Watch (Return on Investment). Bond Market Anxiety and Federal Reserve Pressures Brett Arends explains the bond market's current unhappiness stems from unsustainable national debt and uncertainty surrounding President Trump's tariffs. He clarifies that the Fedcontrols short-term rates, while the bond market sets long-term rates. Arends warns that Trump's pressure on the Fed to cut short-term rates could paradoxically cause long-term rates, including mortgage rates, to rise, hurting the economy and exacerbating market nervousness. He emphasizes the need for fiscal sustainability. 1100-1115 : John Batchelor 09-03 segment 9.mp3 Guest: Brett Arends of Market Watch (Return on Investment). Bond Market Anxiety and Federal Reserve Pressures Brett Arends explains the bond market's current unhappiness stems from unsustainable national debt and uncertainty surrounding President Trump's tariffs. He clarifies that the Fedcontrols short-term rates, while the bond market sets long-term rates. Arends warns that Trump's pressure on the Fed to cut short-term rates could paradoxically cause long-term rates, including mortgage rates, to rise, hurting the economy and exacerbating market nervousness. He emphasizes the need for fiscal sustainability. 1115-1130 John Batchelor 09-03 segment 10.mp3 Guest: Brett Arends of Market Watch. Addressing Bond Market Turmoil Brett Arends explains that the troubled bond market stems from unsustainable national debt and recent court rulings questioning President Trump's tariffs. He advises Donald Trump to support Federal Reserve independence, abandon attacks on Jerome Powell and Lisa Cook, and work with Congress on tariffs to ensure fiscal sustainability and calm market anxieties. Arends notes that gold's all-time high reflects a lack of market confidence.1130-1145 John Batchelor 09-03 segment 11.mp3 Guest: Bob Zimmerman who keeps the website Behind the Black. New Discoveries in Space and Planetary Science Bob Zimmerman highlights new solar research using the European Space Agency's Solar Orbiter probe, improving predictions of solar events that impact Earth's technology. He discusses the uniqueness of stars, Juice's Venus flyby en route to Jupiter, and Mars' chaotic mantle structure. Zimmermanemphasizes Mars' ample near-surface ice, making it attractive for colonization, and presents an exoplanet found in an accretion disc, challenging planetary formation theories.1145-1200 John Batchelor 09-03 segment 12.mp3 Guest: Bob Zimmerman who keeps the website Behind the Black. NASA Unionization and SpaceX Milestones Bob Zimmerman addresses the recent executive order by President Trumpeliminating unions at NASA and other agencies, arguing that government unions are inefficient and costly. He then praises SpaceX's achievements, including a Falcon 9 first stage completing its 30th flight—a new reuse record. Zimmerman notes SpaceX is significantly reducing launch costs and enabling new space technologies like Starlink, also mentioning the reuse of a Starship super heavy booster. FOURTH HOUR 12-1215 John Batchelor 09-03 segment 13.mp3 Guest: Simon Constable writing for The Wall Street Journal and other distinguished publications. European Politics, Commodities, and Digital Identity Debates Simon Constable reports on pleasant weather in the South of France and seasonal produce. He reviews commodity prices, noting gold's all-time high, coffee's surge, and orange juice's decline. Constable discusses political crises in France, with President Macronfacing a no-confidence vote, and the UK, where Keir Starmer struggles with spending cuts and migration. He advocates for digital national ID cards as the only reasonable solution to migration.1215-1230 : John Batchelor 09-03 segment 14.mp3 Guest: Simon Constable writing for The Wall Street Journal and other distinguished publications. The Rise of AI in Romance Simon Constable shares surprising polling data from the Kinsey Institute on romantic engagement with AI. He reveals that 16% of single adult Americans romantically interact with AI, with Gen Z being the most likely cohort at 33%. Furthermore, 44% of single Americans dating AI believe emotional support from an AI partner is superior to human support, highlighting a stark generational shift in romantic relationships.1230-1245 John Batchelor 09-03 segment 15.mp3 Guest: Janatyn Sayeh from the Foundation for Defense of Democracies. Iran's Nuclear Dilemma and Regional Threats Janatyn Sayeh discusses the looming snapback mechanism of the 2015 JCPOA, which could reinstate UN sanctions on Iran if it fails to comply with demands. Iran's non-compliance has its currency hitting new lows, yet Tehran threatens regional war and exiting the NPT if sanctions return. Sayeh notes Iran seeks rearmament, primarily from China, with Belarus and North Korea acting as potential intermediaries for Russian weapons.1245-100 AM John Batchelor 09-03 segment 16.mp3 Guest: Ivana Stradner from the Foundation for the Defense of Democracies. Autocracy and Protests in the Western Balkans Ivana Stradner reports on mass protests in Belgrade demanding snap elections following a fatal accident and criticizing President Alexander Vučić's autocratic regime, which she likens to "Belarus 2.0". Vučić is accused of corruption and suppressing free media, while fostering close military and economic ties with China and Russia to maintain power and "blackmail" the West. Stradner expresses concern over the repression against Serbian people.

CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW SCHEDULE  9-2-2025 GOOD EVENING: The show begins in the markets, watching Fed Chairman Jerome Powell prepare for the September 16-17 Open Market meeting. 1840 BANK OF LONDON FIRST HOUR 9-915 #MARKETS:   LIZ PEEK THE HILL. FOX NEWS AND FOX BUSINESS: Elizabeth Peek: Elizabeth Peek examines the persistent tension between the White House and the Federal Reserve, observing that Chairman Jay Powell's actions are often perceived as politically motivated. She attributes high inflation during the Biden years to belated rate hikes and points to a "bound up housing market" due to past low mortgage rates and current high rates, making housing unaffordable. Peek highlights the underestimated, rapid impact of AI, noting its widespread adoption (700 million weekly ChatGPT users) indicates genuine, impactful companies rather than a bubble. She also supports Trump's proposal for addressing homelessness via dedicated facilities. 915-930 CONTINUED #MARKETS:   LIZ PEEK THE HILL. FOX NEWS AND FOX BUSINESS Elizabeth Peek: Elizabeth Peek examines the persistent tension between the White House and the Federal Reserve, observing that Chairman Jay Powell's actions are often perceived as politically motivated. She attributes high inflation during the Biden years to belated rate hikes and points to a "bound up housing market" due to past low mortgage rates and current high rates, making housing unaffordable. Peek highlights the underestimated, rapid impact of AI, noting its widespread adoption (700 million weekly ChatGPT users) indicates genuine, impactful companies rather than a bubble. She also supports Trump's proposal for addressing homelessness via dedicated facilities. 930-945 EU: JUDY DEMPSEY, SENIOR SCHOLAR, CARNEGIE ENDOWMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL PEACE IN BERLIN. Judy Dempsey: Judy Dempsey analyzes Europe's political instability, including a wobbly French government facing a potential no-confidence vote and President Macron's struggles with reforms, while the far-right National Rally prepares for snap elections. Germany's Chancellor Merz also faces domestic opposition to reforms balancing social welfare and defense spending. Dempsey warns about the rise of anti-Ukraine, pro-Russian, Eurosceptic populist parties across Europe, which pose a significant challenge to regional stability and Washington's foreign policy, despite calls for a European-centric military force. 945-1000 CONTINUED; EU: JUDY DEMPSEY, SENIOR SCHOLAR, CARNEGIE ENDOWMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL PEACE IN BERLIN. Judy Dempsey: Judy Dempsey analyzes Europe's political instability, including a wobbly French government facing a potential no-confidence vote and President Macron's struggles with reforms, while the far-right National Rally prepares for snap elections. Germany's Chancellor Merz also faces domestic opposition to reforms balancing social welfare and defense spending. Dempsey warns about the rise of anti-Ukraine, pro-Russian, Eurosceptic populist parties across Europe, which pose a significant challenge to regional stability and Washington's foreign policy, despite calls for a European-centric military force. SECOND HOUR 10-1015 #STATETHINKING: @MARYKISSEL FORMER SENIOR ADVISER TO THE SECRETARY OF STATE. EXECUTIVE VP STEPHENS INC. Mary Kissel: Mary Kissel critiques China's military parade, labeling Xi Jinping's claim of sole WWII victory a "complete fiction" aimed at promoting a "new world order" and expanding influence. She expresses concern over India's presence at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit, viewing it as a potential move towards neutrality that could undermine US efforts to counter China's regional militarization. Kissel also attributes the rise of Eurosceptic, pro-Russian populist parties in Europe to the failure of mainstream political parties to adequately address citizens' economic realities, leading to cynicism and a challenge to US policy. 1015-1030 CONTINUED: Mary Kissel: Mary Kissel critiques China's military parade, labeling Xi Jinping's claim of sole WWII victory a "complete fiction" aimed at promoting a "new world order" and expanding influence. She expresses concern over India's presence at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit, viewing it as a potential move towards neutrality that could undermine US efforts to counter China's regional militarization. Kissel also attributes the rise of Eurosceptic, pro-Russian populist parties in Europe to the failure of mainstream political parties to adequately address citizens' economic realities, leading to cynicism and a challenge to US policy. 1030-1045 GAZA AND YEMEN: Jonathan Schanzer: Jonathan Schanzer reports on Israel's challenging but successful operation in Gaza City, which has neutralized key Hamas leaders and recovered hostages, significantly weakening the group, with only ten senior leaders remaining. He critically notes Qatar's role as a major patron of Hamas, not acting in good faith during hostage negotiations. Shanzer also highlights Israel's "remarkable operation" in Yemen, demonstrating enhanced intelligence capabilities against Houthi leadership, severely impacting the Iran-backed group. In Lebanon, efforts to disarm Palestinian camps and Hezbollah present a "generational opportunity" for the state to restore sovereignty. 1045-1100 LEBANON AND SYRIA: Jonathan Schanzer: Jonathan Schanzer reports on Israel's challenging but successful operation in Gaza City, which has neutralized key Hamas leaders and recovered hostages, significantly weakening the group, with only ten senior leaders remaining. He critically notes Qatar's role as a major patron of Hamas, not acting in good faith during hostage negotiations. Shanzer also highlights Israel's "remarkable operation" in Yemen, demonstrating enhanced intelligence capabilities against Houthi leadership, severely impacting the Iran-backed group. In Lebanon, efforts to disarm Palestinian camps and Hezbollah present a "generational opportunity" for the state to restore sovereignty. THIRD HOUR 1100-1115 #LONDONCALLING:  @JOSEPHSTERNBERG @WSJOPINION Joseph Sternberg: discusses the alarming speculation that the UK and France might require IMF bailouts due to their enormous debt piles and fiscal deficits, and a political inability to implement austerity measures. He notes the UK is exhibiting "precrisis" signs with a weakening pound and rising long-term borrowing costs, reflecting a loss of investor confidence in its economic growth. Sternberg concludes that these major economies are too large for a traditional IMF bailout, implying they must address their fiscal challenges internally to avoid a financial crisis. 1115-1130 CONTINUED: #LONDONCALLING:  @JOSEPHSTERNBERG @WSJOPINION Joseph Sternberg: Joseph Sternberg discusses the alarming speculation that the UK and France might require IMF bailouts due to their enormous debt piles and fiscal deficits, and a political inability to implement austerity measures. He notes the UK is exhibiting "precrisis" signs with a weakening pound and rising long-term borrowing costs, reflecting a loss of investor confidence in its economic growth. Sternberg concludes that these major economies are too large for a traditional IMF bailout, implying they must address their fiscal challenges internally to avoid a financial crisis. 1130-1145 Professor John Cochrane: Professor John Cochrane addresses the fervent debate over the Federal Reserve's independence, with critics from both political extremes advocating for more accountability. He points to the Fed's expanded activities since 2008, including "subsidizing Wall Street," and alleged missteps that contributed to inflation and a problematic housing market. Cochrane argues for a more limited Fed, focused strictly on inflation, to preserve its independence and public trust, suggesting that its broadened scope jeopardizes its core mission and credibility. 1145-1200 CONTINUED:Professor John Cochrane: Professor John Cochrane addresses the fervent debate over the Federal Reserve's independence, with critics from both political extremes advocating for more accountability. He points to the Fed's expanded activities since 2008, including "subsidizing Wall Street," and alleged missteps that contributed to inflation and a problematic housing market. Cochrane argues for a more limited Fed, focused strictly on inflation, to preserve its independence and public trust, suggesting that its broadened scope jeopardizes its core mission and credibility.. FOURTH HOUR 12-1215 GREGORY COPLEY, DEFENSE & FOREIGN AFFAIRS     Gregory Copley: Gregory Copley discusses China's military parade, calling its claim of sole WWII victory a "breathtaking fiction" meant to boost the Chinese Communist Party's (CCP) collapsing credibility amidst widespread anti-CCP protests and a disrupted military. He highlights India's strategic aim for dominance in Central and South Asia, leading to its presence at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit, but not the parade. Copley also notes Europe's fiscal crises, exemplified by France and the UK, which face speculation of IMF bailouts due to political unwillingness to implement spending cuts and a growing reliance on the US for defense. 1215-1230 continued; Gregory Copley: Gregory Copley discusses China's military parade, calling its claim of sole WWII victory a "breathtaking fiction" meant to boost the Chinese Communist Party's (CCP) collapsing credibility amidst widespread anti-CCP protests and a disrupted military. He highlights India's strategic aim for dominance in Central and South Asia, leading to its presence at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit, but not the parade. Copley also notes Europe's fiscal crises, exemplified by France and the UK, which face speculation of IMF bailouts due to political unwillingness to implement spending cuts and a growing reliance on the US for defense. 1230-1245 CONTINUED Gregory Copley: Gregory Copley discusses China's military parade, calling its claim of sole WWII victory a "breathtaking fiction" meant to boost the Chinese Communist Party's (CCP) collapsing credibility amidst widespread anti-CCP protests and a disrupted military. He highlights India's strategic aim for dominance in Central and South Asia, leading to its presence at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit, but not the parade. Copley also notes Europe's fiscal crises, exemplified by France and the UK, which face speculation of IMF bailouts due to political unwillingness to implement spending cuts and a growing reliance on the US for defense. 1245-100 AM CONTINUED: Gregory Copley: Gregory Copley discusses China's military parade, calling its claim of sole WWII victory a "breathtaking fiction" meant to boost the Chinese Communist Party's (CCP) collapsing credibility amidst widespread anti-CCP protests and a disrupted military. He highlights India's strategic aim for dominance in Central and South Asia, leading to its presence at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit, but not the parade. Copley also notes Europe's fiscal crises, exemplified by France and the UK, which face speculation of IMF bailouts due to political unwillingness to implement spending cuts and a growing reliance on the US for defense. R

CBS Eye on the World with John Batchelor Show Schedule 8-28-25 Good evening. The show begins in the rich harvest in Lancaster County, PA. First Hour 9:00-9:15 Lancaster County: Sweet corn and boomtown house building. Jim McTague, former Washington Editor, Barron's. @McTagueJ. Author of the "Martin and Twyla Boundary Series." #FriendsOfHistoryDebatingSociety 9:15-9:30 AI: Integrating with AI in the workplace. Brandon Weichert 9:30-9:45 #SmallBusinessAmerica: Steelmakers welcome AI data center contracts. @GeneMarks @Guardian @PhillyInquirer 9:45-10:00 #SmallBusinessAmerica: Early days of AI uses. @GeneMarks @Guardian @PhillyInquirer Second Hour 10:00-10:15 NPT: Answering with the Nonproliferation Enforcement Initiative. Henry Sokolski, NPEC 10:15-10:30 NPT: Answering with the Nonproliferation Enforcement Initiative. Henry Sokolski, NPEC continued 10:30-10:45 SpaceX: Test No. 10 success. Bob Zimmerman BehindTheBlack.com 10:45-11:00 Webb: Analysis interstellar comet 3I/Atlas. Bob Zimmerman BehindTheBlack.com Third Hour 11:00-11:15 Photography 1/4: Flashes of Brilliance. Anika Burgess 11:15-11:30 Photography 2/4: Flashes of Brilliance. Anika Burgess 11:30-11:45 Photography 3/4: Flashes of Brilliance. Anika Burgess 11:45-12:00 Photography 4/4: Flashes of Brilliance. Anika Burgess Fourth Hour 12:00-12:15 Italy: Recipes for high tariff cheeses Parmigiano Reggiano and Grana Padano. Lorenzo Fiori, Milan 12:15-12:30 Puerto Rico: Ten years of failed oversight. Mary Anastasia O'Grady, WSJ 12:30-12:45 Russia: Laundering through Trump Toronto. Craig Unger, author "American Kompromat" and "House of Putin, House of Trump" 12:45-1:00 AM Climate: Belief system. Tim Kane, University of Austin

Show Schedule 8-28-25 Good evening. The show begins in Ukraine, watching Modi move toward Putin and Xi... 1911 CBS Eye on the World with John Batchelor First Hour 9:00-9:15 Ukraine: Losing Modi to Putin. Anatol Lieven, Quincy 9:15-9:30 EU: Populism rising. Anatol Lieven, Quincy 9:30-9:45 AI: Software supremacy. #ScalaReport: Chris Riegel CEO, Scala.com @Stratacache 9:45-10:00 POTUS: Unthreatening Anchorage. John Bolton Second Hour 10:00-10:15 #NewWorldReport: Milei stoned. Flotilla off Venezuela. Latin American Research Professor Evan Ellis, U.S. Army War College Strategic Studies Institute. @RevAnEllis #NewWorldReportEllis 10:15-10:30 #NewWorldReport: Lawfare successful. Latin American Research Professor Evan Ellis, U.S. Army War College Strategic Studies Institute. @RevAnEllis #NewWorldReportEllis 10:30-10:45 #NewWorldReport: The narco terror states. Latin American Research Professor Evan Ellis, U.S. Army War College Strategic Studies Institute. @RevAnEllis #NewWorldReportEllis 10:45-11:00 #NewWorldReport: Zambada apologizes for $15 billion. Latin American Research Professor Evan Ellis, U.S. Army War College Strategic Studies Institute. @RevAnEllis #NewWorldReportEllis Third Hour 11:00-11:15 Lebanon: UNIFIL departing, LAF rising. Michael Wagenheim, i24. Malcolm Hoenlein @Conf_of_Pres @MHoenlein1 11:15-11:30 Lebanon: The unquiet border with Israel. Sarit Zehavi, ALMA. Malcolm Hoenlein @Conf_of_Pres @MHoenlein1 11:30-11:45 Gaza: Hamas falsehood. Malcolm Hoenlein @Conf_of_Pres @MHoenlein1 11:45-12:00 Iran: And terror gangs. Sarah Boches, Washington Institute Fourth Hour 12:00-12:15 Market: The Fed and stability. Veronique de Rugy, Mercatus 12:15-12:30 Canada: Aboriginal land claims and the court. Conrad Black 12:30-12:45 Paris Haussmannization. Tyler Turman, Civitas Institute 12:45-1:00 AM Paris Haussmannization. Tyler Turman, Civitas Institute continued

Show Schedule 8-27-25 Good evening. The show begins in China at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization annual gathering, including Putin, Modi and host Xi. First Hour 9:00-9:15 #Ukraine: SCO show. Colonel Jeff McCausland, USA (Retired) @McCauslJ @CBSNews @DickinsonCol 9:15-9:30 #Ukraine: Populism rising. Colonel Jeff McCausland, USA (Retired) @McCauslJ @CBSNews @DickinsonCol 9:30-9:45 Russia: Recession in the forecast. Michael Bernstam, Hoover 9:45-10:00 Hotel Mars: Space test #10 success. Eric Berger, David Livingston Second Hour 10:00-10:15 PRC: Fearing history. Steve Yates, Gordon Chang @GordonGChang, Gatestone, Newsweek, The Hill 10:15-10:30 PRC: High end does not solve the economy. Fraser Howie, @GordonGChang, Gatestone, Newsweek, The Hill 10:30-10:45 PRC: Crater bottomless. Anne Stevenson-Yang @GordonGChang, Gatestone, Newsweek, The Hill 10:45-11:00 PRC: 600,000 students in the US. Charles Burton, @GordonGChang, Gatestone, Newsweek, The Hill Third Hour 11:00-11:15 Iran: vs Australia. Gregory Copley, Defense & Foreign Affairs 11:15-11:30 SCO bolsters Putin. Gregory Copley, Defense & Foreign Affairs 11:30-11:45 Populism: Turns away from Kyiv. Gregory Copley, Defense & Foreign Affairs 11:45-12:00 King Charles: Health challenges. Gregory Copley, Defense & Foreign Affairs Fourth Hour 12:00-12:15 France: Blackberries ripe; Macron's government overripe. Simon Constable, Occitanie 12:15-12:30 UK: Farage UK Reform rising. Simon Constable, Occitanie 12:30-12:45 Edmund Burke: And DEI. Gregory Collins, Civitas Institute 12:45-1:00 AM Edmund Burke: And DEI. Gregory Collins, Civitas Institute continued

CBS Eye on the World with John Batchelor Show Schedule 8-26-25 Good evening. The show begins in the markets, watching the US reaction to Fed turmoil. 1870 MANHATTAN First Hour 9:00-9:15 #Markets: Serene waiting for Nvidia. Liz Peek, The Hill, Fox News and Fox Business 9:15-9:30 #Markets: Disordered cities. Liz Peek, The Hill, Fox News and Fox Business 9:30-9:45 Gaza: Into evacuated Gaza City. Jonathan Schanzer, FDD 9:45-10:00 Lebanon: Disarming Hezbollah. Jonathan Schanzer, FDD Second Hour 10:00-10:15 #StateThinking: Flotilla off Venezuela. @MaryKissel Former Senior Adviser to the Secretary of State. Executive VP Stephens Inc. 10:15-10:30 #StateThinking: Putin is an existential threat to Ukraine. @MaryKissel Former Senior Adviser to the Secretary of State. Executive VP Stephens Inc. 10:30-10:45 Ukraine: The battlefield. John Hardie, FDD 10:45-11:00 Ukraine: The battlefield. John Hardie, FDD continued Third Hour 11:00-11:15 #LondonCalling: The Triffin Dilemma. @JosephSternberg @WSJOpinion 11:15-11:30 #LondonCalling: The Cook imbroglio. @JosephSternberg @WSJOpinion 11:30-11:45 Israel: Gaza City. David Daoud, FDD 11:45-12:00 Israel: Golan Heights. David Daoud, FDD Fourth Hour 12:00-12:15 Lawfare: Lisa Cook, Abrego Garcia, John Bolton. @AndrewCMcCarthy @NRO @ThadMcCotter @TheAmGreatness 12:15-12:30 Lawfare: Lisa Cook, Abrego Garcia, John Bolton. @AndrewCMcCarthy @NRO @ThadMcCotter @TheAmGreatness continued 12:30-12:45 Berlin: Welfare vs Security. Judy Dempsey, Senior Scholar, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace in Berlin 12:45-1:00 AM Berlin: Welfare vs Security. Judy Dempsey, Senior Scholar, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace in Berlin continued

SHOW SCHEDULE  8-25-25 Good evening. The show begins in Seoul, where the new President Lee Jae-myung has directed raids on churches and US military sites according to POTUS. 1927 VENEZUELA CABINET First Hour 9:00-9:15 ROK: President Lee Jae-myung in the Oval Office. @GordonGChang, Gatestone, Newsweek, The Hill 9:15-9:30 PRC: Guangdong Province in shadow. @GordonGChang, Gatestone, Newsweek, The Hill 9:30-9:45 Pakistan: Meets Bangladesh. Husain Haqqani, Hudson 9:45-10:00 Pakistan: Favored by POTUS. Husain Haqqani, Hudson Second Hour 10:00-10:15 Israel: Gaza propaganda and the final assault. Malcolm Hoenlein @Conf_of_Pres @MHoenlein1 @ThadMcCotter @TheAmGreatness 10:15-10:30 Armenia: Railroad to Baku. Malcolm Hoenlein @Conf_of_Pres @MHoenlein1 10:30-10:45 PRC not welcome in Kyiv. Victoria Coates, Heritage, @GordonGChang, Gatestone, Newsweek, The Hill 10:45-11:00 EU: Tariffs and morale. Theresa Fallon, Brussels. @GordonGChang, Gatestone, Newsweek, The Hill Third Hour 11:00-11:15 Syria: At the UNGA. Ahmad Sharawi, FDD 11:15-11:30 Syria: And Israel accommodations. Ahmad Sharawi, FDD 11:30-11:45 #NewWorldReport: US flotilla off Venezuela. Joseph Humire @JMHumire @SecureFreeSoc. Ernesto Araujo, former Foreign Minister Republic of Brazil. #NewWorldReportHumire. Alejandro Pena Esclusa, Venezuelan writer and geopolitical commentator. 11:45-12:00 #NewWorldReport: Bolsonaro and lawfare. Joseph Humire @JMHumire @SecureFreeSoc. Ernesto Araujo, former Foreign Minister Republic of Brazil. #NewWorldReportHumire. Alejandro Pena Esclusa, Venezuelan writer and geopolitical commentator. Fourth Hour 12:00-12:15 Iran: And Afghanistan. Jonathan Sayeh, FDD 12:15-12:30 Iran and YEMEN. Jonathan Sayeh, FDD 12:30-12:45 India: Trump fences with Modi. Josh Rogin, WaPo 12:45-1:00 AM India: Trump fences with Modi. Josh Rogin, WaPo continued

Episode 169: Conspiracy, Clones, Oh MY!Good Evening, and welcome to the newest Episode of the Not Funny Guys Present's: Off the Reels, the internets #1 podcast on Public libraries with books on evil men and how they groom kids. This is episode 169 of the internets most talked about movie podcast and today we're talking about everyone's least anticipated movie in 2002, particularly after they saw the last one. Today we're talking about the second episode of the long running sci-fi series. Star Wars Episode 2 - Attack of the Clones. A movie that proves that the Simpon's aren't the only ones who can predict the future. A movie that proves that angry Star Wars fans might be right about something after all. We are your favorite Ne'er-do-wells the Not Funny Guys, I'm Casey “The clone of my future self”, and i'm joined by my two co-host the other members of the Not Funny Guys, Dr. Jon “The Soon to be beaded Kick Ass Looking Bounty Hunter”, & Eric “The Jedi Master with the bog Purple Lightsaber”. We are the Not Funny Guys. Gentlemen it's that time again, that time when we meet up and talk about a lot of random things, it's time to be Not Funny.Next Week: Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith (2005)Follow us, like us, comment, share and MORE!!!Questions?Follow us, like us, comment, share and MORE!!!Email us at: NotFunnyGuys.OffTheReels@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram: @not_funny_guys_presents Follow us on Twitter/X: @NotFunnyGuysPodFollow us on BlueSky: @The Not Funny Guys Follow us on TikTok: @nfg.offthereelsFollow us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NotFunnyGuysPodcastWant to chat?The Ugliest of Words: https://a.co/d/dLnvQjqCheck it out!Acast: https://open.acast.com/public/streams/6412512bc35e5800112d0bb3/episodes/682216f4ca7273465228c509.mp3Find the episode here: Or on Spotify at: https://open.spotify.com/show/6feiDCgMNynJ8fd6la2zikOr on Apple Pods at: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/not-funny-guys-presents-off-the-reels/id1677589916Or wherever you get your podcasts.Please follow, like, share, and comment!Not Funny Guys! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

SHOW SCHEDULE 8-20-25 GOOD EVENING. THE SHOW BEGINS IN ARTIFICIAL GENERATIVE INTELLIGENCE DEBATE OVER REGULATION AGI STATE BY STATE... CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR FIRST HOUR 9:00-9:15 AI: REGULATING LLM - KEVIN FRAZIER, CIVITAS INSTITUTE 9:15-9:30 AI: REGULATING LLM - KEVIN FRAZIER, CIVITAS INSTITUTE CONTINUED 9:30-9:45 #UKRAINE: GUARANTEES AND CEASEFIRE - COLONEL JEFF MCCAUSLAND, USA (RETIRED) @MCCAUSLJ @CBSNEWS @DICKINSONCOL 9:45-10:00 #UKRAINE: TRILATERAL AND NATO - COLONEL JEFF MCCAUSLAND, USA (RETIRED) @MCCAUSLJ @CBSNEWS @DICKINSONCOL SECOND HOUR 10:00-10:15 PRC: EARTH-MOON SYSTEM LANDING 2030 - BRANDON WEICHERT, GORDON CHANG 10:15-10:30 INDIA: WANG YI IN DELHI - BLAINE HOLT, GORDON CHANG 10:30-10:45 PRC: CAPITAL FLIGHT - ANDREW COLLIER, GORDON CHANG 10:45-11:00 PRC: DRONE SUBS - RICK FISHER THIRD HOUR 11:00-11:15 INDIA: DC BREAK - SADANAND DHUME, WSJ 11:15-11:30 INDIA: CHINA ARRIVES 11:30-11:45 MAMET - EMINA MELONIC 11:45-12:00 RUSSIA: GAS TANK EMPTYING - MICHAEL BERNSTAM, HOOVER FOURTH HOUR 12:00-12:15 FRANCE: HEAT WAVE LIFTS - SIMON CONSTABLE 12:15-12:30 UK: MANSION TAX 12:30-12:45 CHICAGO: UNDERWATER - THOMAS SAVIDGE 12:45-1:00 AM CHICAGO: UNDERWATER - THOMAS SAVIDGE CONTINUED

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SHOW SCHEDULE  8-15-25 ..  Good evening. The show begins in Las Vegas where the tourism and gambling are both noticeably down from 2024, and why is the challenge... 1910 DONNER LAKE CBS Eye on the World with John Batchelor First Hour 9:00-9:15 #PacificWatch: #VegasReport: Canary in the coal mine @JCBliss 9:15-9:30 Quantum Computing: 10 years on. Brandon Weichert 9:30-9:45 SCOTUS: Price control pharma monopoly. Richard Epstein, Civitas Institute, University of Texas 9:45-10:00 SCOTUS: Price control tech. Richard Epstein, Civitas Institute, University of Texas Second Hour 10:00-10:15 Nukes: Truman said no more. Henry Sokolski, NPEC 10:15-10:30 Energy: Grid at risk. Henry Sokolski, NPEC 10:30-10:45 #SmallBusinessAmerica: Mixed economy. @GeneMarks @Guardian @PhillyInquirer 10:45-11:00 #SmallBusinessAmerica: AI jobs. @GeneMarks @Guardian @PhillyInquirer Third Hour 11:00-11:15 Generals in Bronze: Interviewing the Commanders of the Civil War by William B. Styple (Part 1/4) 11:15-11:30 Generals in Bronze: Interviewing the Commanders of the Civil War by William B. Styple (Part 2/4) 11:30-11:45 Generals in Bronze: Interviewing the Commanders of the Civil War by William B. Styple (Part 3/4) 11:45-12:00 Generals in Bronze: Interviewing the Commanders of the Civil War by William B. Styple (Part 4/4) Fourth Hour 12:00-12:15 Lancaster County: High end hesitate. Jim McTague, former Washington Editor, Barron's. @McTagueJ. Author of "The Martin and Twyla Boundary Series." #FriendsOfHistoryDebatingSociety 12:15-12:30 Italy: Heat wave pause. Lorenzo Fiori 12:30-12:45 SpaceX: 100 in 25. Bob Zimmerman BehindTheBlack.com 12:45-1:00 AM Saving Swift. Bob Zimmerman BehindTheBlack.com

how Schedule 8-14-25 Good evening. The show begins in Alaska, waiting for the presidents at odds... ALASKA 1910 CBS Eye on the World with John Batchelor First Hour 9:00-9:15 Russia: Advantage Putin in Alaska. Anatol Lieven, Quincy 9:15-9:30 Russia: Advantage Putin in Alaska. Anatol Lieven, Quincy concluded 9:30-9:45 Nvidia: Huawei fails to match. #ScalaReport: Chris Riegel CEO, Scala.com @Stratacache 9:45-10:00 Brazil: Challenging Washington. Mary Anastasia O'Grady Second Hour 10:00-10:15 #NewWorldReport: Bogotá crisis. Latin American Research Professor Evan Ellis, U.S. Army War College Strategic Studies Institute. @RevAnEllis #NewWorldReportEllis 10:15-10:30 #NewWorldReport: Brazil lawfare and consequences. Latin American Research Professor Evan Ellis, U.S. Army War College Strategic Studies Institute. @RevAnEllis #NewWorldReportEllis 10:30-10:45 #NewWorldReport: Paraguay report. Latin American Research Professor Evan Ellis, U.S. Army War College Strategic Studies Institute. @RevAnEllis #NewWorldReportEllis 10:45-11:00 #NewWorldReport: Bolivia votes. Latin American Research Professor Evan Ellis, U.S. Army War College Strategic Studies Institute. @RevAnEllis #NewWorldReportEllis Third Hour 11:00-11:15 PRC: Provocation to kill. Grant Newsham 11:15-11:30 PRC: Watching Alaska. Grant Newsham 11:30-11:45 Hotel Mars: Investing in Earth Moon System. Andrew Chanin, David Livingston 11:45-12:00 Hotel Mars: Investing in Earth Moon System. Andrew Chanin, David Livingston continued Fourth Hour 12:00-12:15 Canada: Waiting for Carney. Conrad Black 12:15-12:30 Market: Climate and the apocalypse. Veronique de Rugy, Mercatus Center 12:30-12:45 BLS: Flawed. Tim Kane 12:45-1:00 AM AI and student papers. Tim Kane, University of Austin

It the final episode of our Truman Quadrilogy (“Good Morning…and if I don't see you later: Good Afternoon, Good Evening and Good Night!) and we're in a midday kind of mood. We examined that little-talked-about (and little-loved) time of the day after lunch and before dinner where are all those…

SHOW SCHEDULE 8-7-25 Good evening. The show begins in the future, discussing the AI androids that will dominate the QSRs... NOVEMBER 1957 CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR FIRST HOUR 9-915 Android AI: How soon? #SCALAREPORT: Chris Riegel CEO, Scala.com @Stratacache 915-930 Jobs: QSR all androids. #SCALAREPORT: Chris Riegel CEO, Scala.com @Stratacache 930-945 Research endowments and Trump admin. Eric Jensen, Case Western University, Civitas 945-1000 Research endowments and Trump admin. Eric Jensen, Case Western University, Civitas continued SECOND HOUR 10-1015 Putin softens. Anatol Lieven, Quincy Institute 1015-1030 Putin successor. Anatol Lieven, Quincy Institute 1030-1045 AI: Electricity supremacy. Kevin Frazier, Civitas Institute 1045-1100 AI: Electricity supremacy. Kevin Frazier, Civitas Institute continued THIRD HOUR 1100-1115 #NewWorldReport: Brazil lawfare. Latin American Research Professor Evan Ellis, U.S. Army War College Strategic Studies Institute. @revanellis #NewWorldReportEllis 1115-1130 #NewWorldReport: Colombia lawfare. Latin American Research Professor Evan Ellis, U.S. Army War College Strategic Studies Institute. @revanellis #NewWorldReportEllis 1130-1145 #NewWorldReport: Mexico Sheinbaum. Latin American Research Professor Evan Ellis, U.S. Army War College Strategic Studies Institute. @revanellis #NewWorldReportEllis 1145-1200 #NewWorldReport: Argentina congress election. Latin American Research Professor Evan Ellis, U.S. Army War College Strategic Studies Institute. @revanellis #NewWorldReportEllis FOURTH HOUR 12-1215 Fed choice. Veronique de Rugy 1215-1230 Canada: Shy vacationers. Conrad Black 1230-1245 Rubio and Caracas. Mary Anastasia O'Grady 1245-100 AM HOTELl Mars: China wins. Rand Simberg, David Livingston

SHOW SCHEDULE 8-5-25 Good evening. The show begins in the Fed, waiting for the September cut. .1957 CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR FIRST HOUR 9-915 #MARKETS: September cut. Liz Peek, The Hill, Fox News and Fox Business 915-930 #MARKETS: BLS drama. Liz Peek, The Hill, Fox News and Fox Business 930-945 Gaza: And Hamas agitprop. Jonathan Schanzer, FDD 945-1000 Syria and jihad. Jonathan Schanzer, FDD SECOND HOUR 10-1015 #STATETHINKING: CCP retreats from the planet. @MARYKISSEL, former senior adviser to the Secretary of State, Executive VP Stephens Inc. 1015-1030 #STATETHINKING: Hamas and London and Paris. @MARYKISSEL, former senior adviser to the Secretary of State, Executive VP Stephens Inc. 1030-1045 SpaceX: Starbase building. Joe Pappalardo, Texas Monthly 1045-1100 SpaceX: Starbase building. Joe Pappalardo, Texas Monthly continued THIRD HOUR 1100-1115 Australia: Buying frigates. Gregory Copley, Defense & Foreign Affairs 1115-1130 Thailand vs Cambodia. Gregory Copley, Defense & Foreign Affairs 1130-1145 PRC: And cancelling passports. Gregory Copley, Defense & Foreign Affairs 1145-1200 King Charles report: Tudor crown. Gregory Copley, Defense & Foreign Affairs FOURTH HOUR 12-1215 #LONDONCALLING: More expensive German refrigerator. @JOSEPHSTERNBERG @WSJOPINION 1215-1230 #LONDONCALLING: Immigrant hotels. @JOSEPHSTERNBERG @WSJOPINION 1230-1245 POTUS: And Canadian opinion. Conrad Black 1245-100 AM Israel: And the discontented. Peter Berkowitz Main corrections:

SHOW SCHEDULE 7-24-2025 1888 GAR. GOOD EVENING: THE SHOW BEGINS IN THE RUSSIAGATE SCANDAL OF 2016-2017... CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR FIRST HOUR 9:00-9:15 RUSSIAGATE: DIRTY TRICKS, NOT CRIMES @AndrewCMcCarthy @NRO @ThadMcCotter @TheAmGreatness 9:15-9:30 EPSTEIN: GRAND JURY LAW @AndrewCMcCarthy @NRO @ThadMcCotter @TheAmGreatness 9:30-9:45 EU: LAGGING IN THIRD PLACE FOR TECH INVESTMENT AND SCALE 9:45-10:00 EU: SANCTIONING THE BANKS Michael Bernstam, Hoover SECOND HOUR 10:00-10:15 SYRIA: DRUZE REMAIN AT PERIL Emma Jarbou and Malcolm Hoenlein 10:15-10:30 COLOMBIA: OUTREACH TO ISRAEL Juan Manuel Galán and Malcolm Hoenlein 10:30-10:45 UNRWA: DISGRACED, DEPARTED Hillel Neuer, UNWatch.org and Malcolm Hoenlein 10:45-11:00 UNRWA: DISGRACED, DEPARTED CONTINUED Hillel Neuer, UNWatch.org and Malcolm Hoenlein THIRD HOUR 11:00-11:15 CANADA AND NATO Conrad Black 11:15-11:30 BRAZIL: "TARIFF MAN" Mary Anastasia O'Grady https://www.wsj.com/opinion/trumps-brazilian-trade-war-trial-tariffs-south-america-eb4f2203 11:30-11:45 HOTEL MARS: 50 YEARS AFTER APOLLO-SOYUZ DOCKING IN LEO Anatoly Zak, RussianSpaceWeb.com 11:45-12:00 HOTEL MARS: 50 YEARS AFTER APOLLO-SOYUZ DOCKING CONTINUED Anatoly Zak, RussianSpaceWeb.com FOURTH HOUR 12:00-12:15 #NEWWORLDREPORT: COSTA RICA UPDATE Professor Evan Ellis, U.S. Army War College Strategic Studies Institute @REvaneEllis #NewWorldReportEllis 12:15-12:30 #NEWWORLDREPORT: UNRESOLVED PANAMA SECURITY Professor Evan Ellis, U.S. Army War College Strategic Studies Institute @REvaneEllis #NewWorldReportEllis 12:30-12:45 #NEWWORLDREPORT: VENEZUELA ACCUSES EL SALVADOR, PETRO WALKS OUT; BRAZIL LAWFARE Professor Evan Ellis, U.S. Army War College Strategic Studies Institute @REvaneEllis #NewWorldReportEllis 12:45-1:00 AM #NEWWORLDREPORT: COMMUNISM IN RICH CHILE Professor Evan Ellis, U.S. Army War College Strategic Studies Institute @REvaneEllis #NewWorldReportEllis

SHOW SCHEDULE 7-23-25 1916 BRUSSELS Good evening. The show begins at NATO headquarters in Brussels... CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR FIRST HOUR 9:00-9:15 NATO: NEEDING COMMON WEAPONS PLANNING Colonel Jeff McCausland, USA (Retired) @McCauslJ @CBSNews @DickinsonCo 9:15-9:30 #UKRAINE: DRONE WAR Colonel Jeff McCausland, USA (Retired) @McCauslJ @CBSNews @DickinsonCo 9:30-9:45 AI: BRAIN ATROPHY Rachel Lomasky 9:45-10:00 AI: BRAIN ATROPHY CONTINUED Rachel Lomasky SECOND HOUR 10:00-10:15 PHILIPPINE DEFENSE Victoria Coates, @GordonGChang, Gatestone, Newsweek, The Hill 10:15-10:30 PRC: EXPORT ONLY WRECKED THE STATE Anne Stevenson-Yang, @GordonGChang, Gatestone, Newsweek, The Hill 10:30-10:45 JAPAN: CHANGE & TAIWAN Scott Harold, RAND, @GordonGChang, Gatestone, Newsweek, The Hill 10:45-11:00 PRC: MOON BOUND Brandon Weichert, @GordonGChang, Gatestone, Newsweek, The Hill THIRD HOUR 11:00-11:15 PANAMA: GENERATIONAL Allison Fedirka, @GPFutures 11:15-11:30 PANAMA: GENERATIONAL CONTINUED Allison Fedirka, @GPFutures 11:30-11:45 PRC: BATTERY DISTORTION Elaine Dezenski, FDD 11:45-12:00 PETER BERKOWITZ Hoover Institution FOURTH HOUR 12:00-12:15 FRANCE: THUNDERSTORMS AND COPPER HIGHS Simon Constable 12:15-12:30 UK: TAXING THE PENSIONS BEYOND THE GRAVE Simon Constable 12:30-12:45 NASA: LAYOFFS AND PROTESTS Bob Zimmerman, BehindTheBlack.com 12:45-1:00 AM MARS Bob Zimmerman, BehindTheBlack.com

SHOW SCHEDULE 7-22-25 Good evening. The show begins with the multi-billion dollar renovation at Federal Reserve headquarters... 1914 FED BOARD CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR FIRST HOUR 9:00-9:15 #MARKETS: FED MONEY PIT Liz Peek, The Hill, Fox News and Fox Business 9:15-9:30 #MARKETS: STAND-UP COMEDY EXIT Liz Peek, The Hill, Fox News and Fox Business 9:30-9:45 PAX AMERICANA John Yoo 9:45-10:00 PAX AMERICANA CONTINUED John Yoo SECOND HOUR 10:00-10:15 UKRAINE: EU/NATO JAW JAW Judy Dempsey, Senior Scholar, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, Berlin 10:15-10:30 TECHNOLOGY SUPREMACY: EU NOT FOR RISK-TAKING Judy Dempsey, Senior Scholar, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, Berlin 10:30-10:45 SYRIA: DAMASCUS KILLERS Jonathan Schanzer 10:45-11:00 GAZA: SIX MORE MONTHS OF NEGOTIATION Jonathan Schanzer THIRD HOUR 11:00-11:15 BRICS Gregory Copley, Defense & Foreign Affairs 11:15-11:30 WAR: CLICHÉ Gregory Copley, Defense & Foreign Affairs 11:30-11:45 ANTARCTICA TREATY: UNENFORCED Gregory Copley, Defense & Foreign Affairs 11:45-12:00 KING CHARLES REPORT: SCRUPULOUS GARDENS Gregory Copley, Defense & Foreign Affairs FOURTH HOUR 12:00-12:15 SOUTH CHINA SEA: PHILIPPINE FAST ATTACK BOATS ON PALAWAN James Fanell, Gordon Chang 12:15-12:30 PRC: COMPROMISING COMMUNICATIONS WORLDWIDE Jack Burnham 12:30-12:45 #LONDONCALLING: FED-MAHAL AND POWELL @JosephSternberg @WSJOpinion 12:45-1:00 AM #LONDONCALLING: TAXING THE DEAD @JosephSternberg @WSJOpinion

SHOW SCHEDULE 7-21-2025 GOOD EVENING: The show begins in Afghanistan, four years since the US departed Kabul... 1878 AFGHANISTAN CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR FIRST HOUR 9:00-9:15 TALIBAN 2025. Bill Roggio. 9:15-9:30 TALIBAN 2025, continued. 9:30-9:45 AIR WAR UKRAINE AND RUSSIA. Blaine Holt, Bill Roggio. 9:45-10:00 AIR WAR UKRAINE AND RUSSIA. Blaine Holt, Bill Roggio, continued. SECOND HOUR 10:00-10:15 DRUZE MURDERED. Malcolm Hoenlein @CONF_OF_PRES @MHOENLEIN1 @THADMCCOTTER @THEAMGREATNESS 10:15-10:30 IRAN SHIPPING WEAPONS. Malcolm Hoenlein @CONF_OF_PRES @MHOENLEIN1 @THADMCCOTTER @THEAMGREATNESS 10:30-10:45#SMALLBUSINESSAMERICA: NEITHER GOOD NOR BAD, WAITING. @GENEMARKS @GUARDIAN @PHILLYINQUIRER 10:45-11:00 #SMALLBUSINESSAMERICA: CALIFORNIA FAST FOOD EMPLOYMENT DECLINES. @GENEMARKS @GUARDIAN @PHILLYINQUIRER THIRD HOUR 11:00-11:15 #NEWWORLDREPORT: VENEZUELA AND BRAZIL. Joseph Humire @JMHUMIRE @SECUREFREESOC. Ernesto Araújo, Former Foreign Minister Republic of Brazil. #NEWWORLDREPORTHUMIRE, Alejandro Peña Esclusa. 11:15-11:30 #NEWWORLDREPORT: COLOMBIA AND CHILE. Joseph Humire @JMHUMIRE @SECUREFREESOC. Ernesto Araújo, Former Foreign Minister Republic of Brazil. #NEWWORLDREPORTHUMIRE, Alejandro Peña Esclusa. 11:30-11:45 ROBOTS AND AI ON THE FACTORY FLOOR. Alan Tonelson, Gordon Chang. 11:45-12:00 ROBOTS AND AI ON THE FACTORY FLOOR. Alan Tonelson, Gordon Chang, continued. FOURTH HOUR 12:00-12:15 SYRIA HORRORS. Ahmad Sharawi, Bill Roggio. 12:15-12:30 SYRIA HORRORS. Ahmad Sharawi, Bill Roggio, continued. 12:30-12:45 IRAQ STATE WITHIN A STATE. Janatyn Sayeh, Bridget Toomey.12:45-1:00 AM UNKNOWNS OF DEATHS IN IRAN. Janatyn Sayeh, Bill Roggio. Key changes made: Organized into clear hour sections with proper formatting Fixed "IRNA" to "IRAN" Added accent to "Araújo" and "Peña" Fixed spacing and punctuation throughout Added proper time formatting and structure Maintained all hashtags and social media handles as intended

SHOW SCHEDULE 7-15-2025 GOOD EVENING: The show begins in the markets, pleased that inflation continues moderating... 1917 CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR FIRST HOUR 9:00-9:15 #MARKETS: SOCIALISM AND ITS DISCONTENTS - INFLATION ACCEPTABLE. Liz Peek, The Hill, Fox News and Fox Business. 9:15-9:30 #MARKETS: SOCIALISM AND ITS DISCONTENTS - INFLATION ACCEPTABLE. Liz Peek, The Hill, Fox News and Fox Business, continued. 9:30-9:45 SYRIA: ANARCHY. Jonathan Schanzer. 9:45-10:00 GAZA: QATAR IS THE PROBLEM. Jonathan Schanzer. SECOND HOUR 10:00-10:15 BERLIN: BORIS PISTORIUS DRIVES THE BUS. Judy Dempsey, Senior Scholar, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace in Berlin. 10:15-10:30 EU: INVESTING IN EASTERN EUROPE. Judy Dempsey, Senior Scholar, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace in Berlin. 10:30-10:45 #LONDONCALLING: HONG KONG AND THE STABLE CURRENCY SINCE 1983. @JOSEPHSTERNBERG @WSJOPINION. 10:45-11:00 RUSSIA: THE FADING CSTO. Ivana Stradner, FDD. THIRD HOUR 11:00-11:15 AUSTRALIA AND TAIWAN. Gregory Copley, Defense & Foreign Affairs. 11:15-11:30KREMLIN AND TRUMP'S ULTIMATUM. Gregory Copley, Defense & Foreign Affairs. 11:30-11:45 ARMENIA AND THE RISE OF AZERBAIJAN. Gregory Copley, Defense & Foreign Affairs. 11:45-12:00 KING CHARLES REPORT: SWAN UPPING. Gregory Copley, Defense & Foreign Affairs. FOURTH HOUR 12:00-12:15 ROK: ACCOMMODATING THE KIMS AGAIN. David Maxwell. 12:15-12:30 ROK: ACCOMMODATING THE KIMS AGAIN. David Maxwell, continued. 12:30-12:45 SOMALIA: AL SHABAAB ADVANCES. Caleb Weiss, Bill Roggio. 12:45-1:00 AM SOMALILAND: READY TO SECEDE. Caleb Weiss, Bill Roggio.

SHOW SCHEDULE 7-14-25: GOOD EVENING. THE SHOW BEGINS IN YEMEN WITH THE RELENTLESS HOUTHIS AND THEIR MISSILE ARSENAL... 1966 YEMEN CIVIL WAR CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR FIRST HOUR 9:00-9:15 YEMEN: HOUTHIS SALVO INTO THE RED SEA. Bill Roggio. 9:15-9:30 OCEANIA: FBI WALKS AWAY FROM THE SAIPAN CASINO. Cleo Paskal, @GORDONGCHANG, Gatestone, Newsweek, The Hill.9:30-9:45 GAZA: FOOD LINES AND HAMAS GUNMEN. David Daoud, Bill Roggio, FDD. 9:45-10:00 LEBANON: BEIRUT CAN HELP ITSELF. David Daoud, Bill Roggio. SECOND HOUR 10:00-10:15 IRAN: REPORTS OF THE ENRICHED URANIUM STOCKPILE. Malcolm Hoenlein @CONF_OF_PRES @MHOENLEIN1 @THADMCCOTTER @THEAMGREATNESS. 10:15-10:30 HOUTHIS: PAY NO PENALTY. Malcolm Hoenlein @CONF_OF_PRES @MHOENLEIN1 @THADMCCOTTER @THEAMGREATNESS. 10:30-10:45 #NEWWORLDREPORT: BRAZIL AND COLOMBIA PRESIDENTS. Joseph Humire @JMHUMIRE @SECUREFREESOC. Ernesto Araújo, Former Foreign Minister Republic of Brazil. #NEWWORLDREPORTHUMIRE, Alejandro Peña Esclusa. 10:45-11:00 #NEWWORLDREPORT: CHILE AND ARGENTINA. Joseph Humire @JMHUMIRE @SECUREFREESOC. Ernesto Araújo, Former Foreign Minister Republic of Brazil. Alejandro Peña Esclusa. THIRD HOUR 11:00-11:15 DPRK: LAVROV SMILES. David Maxwell, @GORDONGCHANG, Gatestone, Newsweek, The Hill. 11:15-11:30 DPRK: UNIFICATION RHETORIC. David Maxwell, @GORDONGCHANG, Gatestone, Newsweek, The Hill. 11:30-11:45 TAIWAN: ISLAND NATION. Lance Gatling, @GORDONGCHANG, Gatestone, Newsweek, The Hill. 11:45-12:00 JAPAN: IN THE EVENT OF HOSTILITIES. Lance Gatling, @GORDONGCHANG, Gatestone, Newsweek, The Hill. FOURTH HOUR 12:00-12:15 SYRIA: GUNFIGHT. Ahmad Sharawi, Bill Roggio, FDD. 12:15-12:30 SYRIA: GUNFIGHT. Ahmad Sharawi, Bill Roggio, FDD, continued. 12:30-12:45 UKRAINE: WEAPONS INCLUDING ATACMS. John Hardie, Bill Roggio, FDD. 12:45-1:00 AM UKRAINE: WEAPONS INCLUDING ATACMS. John Hardie, Bill Roggio, FDD, continued.

SHOW SCHEDULE 7-11-25 Good evening. The show begins in Las Vegas downtown, well away from the luxury casinos... 1940 DOWNTOWN ... CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR FIRST HOUR 9:00-9:15 #PACIFICWATCH: #VEGASREPORT: BRAD PITT AND STEVE MCQUEEN IN VEGAS. @JCBLISS 9:15-9:30 AI: WHAT ABOUT IP THEFT? Brandon Weichert, National Interest. 9:30-9:45 SCOTUS: BIRTHRIGHT GAME-PLAYING. Richard Epstein, Civitas. 9:45-10:00 SCOTUS: FIRING DC STYLE. Richard Epstein, Civitas. SECOND HOUR 10:00-10:15 LANCASTER REPORT: CORN SIX FEET HIGH ALREADY. Jim McTague, former Washington Editor, Barron's. @MCTAGUEJ. Author of the "Martin and Twyla Boundary Series." #FRIENDSOFHISTORYDEBATINGSOCIETY 10:15-10:30 ITALY: CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS IN THE REPUBLIC OF GENOA'S ZOAGLI. 10:30-10:45 SPACEX: MAKING OXYGEN. Bob Zimmerman, BehindTheBlack.com 10:45-11:00 SPACEX: LANDING ZONE MARS. Bob Zimmerman, BehindTheBlack.com THIRD HOUR 11:00-11:15 1/4: "The Optimists: Sam Altman, OpenAI, and the Race to Invent the Future" by Keach Hagey 11:15-11:30 2/4: "The Optimists: Sam Altman, OpenAI, and the Race to Invent the Future" by Keach Hagey11:30-11:45 3/4: "The Optimists: Sam Altman, OpenAI, and the Race to Invent the Future" by Keach Hagey 11:45-12:004/4: "The Optimists: Sam Altman, OpenAI, and the Race to Invent the Future" by Keach Hagey FOURTH HOUR 12:00-12:15 NATO: PRC ALWAYS WINS TABLETOPS AND WAR. Henry Sokolski, NPEC. 12:15-12:30 NATO: RUSSIA ATTACKS BY 2030. Henry Sokolski, NPEC. 12:30-12:45 TEXAS: GROWTH AND A TEXAS STOCK EXCHANGE (TXSE). Mike Toth, Civitas Institute. 12:45-1:00 AM TEXAS: GROWTH AND A TEXAS STOCK EXCHANGE (TXSE). Mike Toth, Civitas Institute.

SHOW SCHEDULE 7-10-25 Good evening. The show begins in the South Caucasus, learning that a PRC tunneling company is at work building a roadway from China to Europe via Russia... CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR FIRST HOUR 9:00-9:15 GEORGIA AND THE PRC. Anatol Lieven. 9:15-9:30 UKRAINE: MOSCOW LOSES FAVOR IN WASHINGTON. Anatol Lieven. 9:30-9:45 CHIPS: DEI DEPARTS THE FABS. 9:45-10:00 SCOTUS: SLOWLY THE UNCONSTITUTIONAL ORDER MOVES THE CAMPUS. Tal Fortgang, Civitas. SECOND HOUR 10:00-10:15 PRC: THE RUMORS OF XI. Victoria Herczegh. 10:15-10:30 PRC: THE RUMORS OF XI. Victoria Herczegh, continued. 10:30-10:45 JAPAN: DEFENSE HESITATION. Grant Newsham. 10:45-11:00 NYC: CASTRO LITE, CHAVEZ LIGHTER. Mary Anastasia O'Grady. THIRD HOUR 11:00-11:15 #NEWWORLDREPORT: BRAZIL AND LULA'S DUCK. Latin American Research Professor Evan Ellis, U.S. Army War College Strategic Studies Institute. @REVANELLIS #NEWWORLDREPORTELLIS 11:15-11:30 #NEWWORLDREPORT: COPPER TRADE. Latin American Research Professor Evan Ellis, U.S. Army War College Strategic Studies Institute. @REVANELLIS #NEWWORLDREPORTELLIS 11:30-11:45 #NEWWORLDREPORT: BUENOS AIRES CONFIDENCE. Latin American Research Professor Evan Ellis, U.S. Army War College Strategic Studies Institute. @REVANELLIS #NEWWORLDREPORTELLIS 11:45-12:00 SURINAME RISING. #NEWWORLDREPORT: Latin American Research Professor Evan Ellis, U.S. Army War College Strategic Studies Institute. @REVANELLIS #NEWWORLDREPORTELLIS FOURTH HOUR 12:00-12:15 CONGRESS: HSAs GROWING. Veronique de Rugy. 12:15-12:30 CANADA: PROSPERITY IS THE NEW GOAL. Conrad Black, National Post. 12:30-12:45 HOTEL MARS: LUNAR HABITATS, MARS HABITATS. Haym Benaroya, David Livingston. 12:45-1:00 AM HOTEL MARS: LUNAR HABITATS, MARS HABITATS. Haym Benaroya, David Livingston, continued.

SHOW SCHEDULE 7-9-25. Good evening. The show begins in Ukraine still waiting for air defense supply... 1856 BLACK SEA FLEET CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR FIRST HOUR 9:00-9:15 #Ukraine: Air power cannot win a war. Colonel Jeff McCausland, USA (Retired) @mccauslj @cbsnews @dickinsoncol 9:15-9:30 #Ukraine: NATO prepares Rotterdam. Colonel Jeff McCausland, USA (Retired) @mccauslj @cbsnews @dickinsoncol 9:30-9:45 Harvard: What is to be done? Peter Berkowitz, Hoover. 9:45-10:00 Harvard: What is to be done? Peter Berkowitz, Hoover continued. SECOND HOUR 10:00-10:15 Atomic bomb education. Peter Huessy, @gordongchang, Gatestone, Newsweek, The Hill 10:15-10:30 LEO: Weaponizing lasers vs Germany EU. Rick Fisher, @gordongchang, Gatestone, Newsweek, The Hill 10:30-10:45 PRC: Rumors of Xi. Charles Burton, @gordongchang, Gatestone, Newsweek, The Hill 10:45-11:00 PRC: Weaponizing LEO. Brandon Weichert, @gordongchang, Gatestone, Newsweek, The Hill THIRD HOUR 11:00-11:15 Solomons vs PRC. Cleo Paskal, FDD 11:15-11:30 Solomons vs PRC. Cleo Paskal, FDD continued 11:30-11:45 End of Russiagate. @andrewcmccarthy @nro @thadmccotter @theamgreatness 11:45-12:00 Russia asset seizures. Michael Bernstam FOURTH HOUR 12:00-12:15 France: Wildfires at Marseilles. Simon Constable 12:15-12:30 England: Bayeux comes to the UK. Simon Constable 12:30-12:45 ULA: Is the Vulcan ready? Bob Zimmerman behindtheblack.com 12:45-1:00 AM Mars: Meteorite for sale. Bob Zimmerman behindtheblack.com Key corrections made:

SHOW SCHEDULE 7-08-25:  7-08-25: Good evening. The show begins in the markets, gaming POTUS moving deadlines... CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR FIRST HOUR 9:00-9:15 #Markets: Markets don't believe more than 10% tariffs. Liz Peek The Hill. Fox News and Fox Business 9:15-9:30 #Markets: The Musk way. Liz Peek The Hill. Fox News and Fox Business 9:30-9:45 EU: The rare earths are everywhere in Europe. Judy Dempsey, Senior Scholar, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace in Berlin. 9:45-10:00 NATO: Preparing Rotterdam. Judy Dempsey, Senior Scholar, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace in Berlin. SECOND HOUR 10:00-10:15 #LondonCalling: The Fed gives away one trillion over ten years. @josephsternberg @wsjopinion 10:15-10:30 #LondonCalling: PM Starmer backs down to Labour. @josephsternberg @wsjopinion 10:30-10:45 Iran: The missiles are unchecked. Behnam Ben Taleblu 10:45-11:00 Iran: Houthis are unsolved. Behnam Ben Taleblu THIRD HOUR 11:00-11:15 PRC: Xi decline. Gregory Copley, Defense & Foreign Affairs 11:15-11:30 BRICS: Wasted finance. Gregory Copley, Defense & Foreign Affairs 11:30-11:45 Iran: Turkey rising. Gregory Copley, Defense & Foreign Affairs 11:45-12:00 King Charles Report: State dinner with Emmanuel Macron at Windsor. Gregory Copley, Defense & Foreign Affairs FOURTH HOUR 12:00-12:15 Ukraine: "Defensive" weapons. John Hardie, Bill Roggio 12:15-12:30 NATO: Russia attack by 2030. John Hardie, Bill Roggio 12:30-12:45 Vietnam: Trade success. Jack Burnham, FDD 12:45-1:00 AM Belarus: Talking with EU/NATO. Ekaterina Zolotova, Geopolitical Futures

SHOW SCHEDULE JULY 7, 2025 GOOD EVENING: The show begins in the darkness visible of Syria... 2909 SRSB DESERT CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR FIRST HOUR 9:00-9:15 Combat zones at mid-year: Syria, Iran, Ukraine. Bill Roggio, FDD 9:15-9:30 Combat zones at mid-year: Syria, Iran, Ukraine. Bill Roggio, FDD continued 9:30-9:45 Iran: Hamas, Hezbollah, Houthis rearming or retreating? David Daoud, Bill Roggio, FDD 9:45-10:00 Iran: Hamas, Hezbollah, Houthis rearming or retreating? David Daoud, Bill Roggio, FDD continued SECOND HOUR 10:00-10:15 Israel: Bibi to POTUS privately. Malcolm Hoenlein @conf_of_pres @mhoenlein1 @thadmccotter @theamgreatness 10:15-10:30 Antisemitism: Major trouble in Australia. Malcolm Hoenlein @conf_of_pres @mhoenlein1 @thadmccotter @theamgreatness 10:30-10:45 #NewWorldReport: @POTUS posts in praise of Jair Bolsonaro and in disdain for Lula da Silva. Joseph Humire @jmhumire @securefreesoc. Ernesto Araujo, former Foreign Minister Republic of Brazil. #newworldreporthumire. Alejandro Pena Esclusa 10:45-11:00 #NewWorldReport: Investigating assassination plot in Colombia. Joseph Humire @jmhumire @securefreesoc. Ernesto Araujo, former Foreign Minister Republic of Brazil. #newworldreporthumire Alejandro Pena Esclusa THIRD HOUR 11:00-11:15 Western Balkans: 30 years of temporary Bosnia Herzegovina. Ivana Stradner FDD 11:15-11:30 Western Balkans: 30 years of temporary Bosnia Herzegovina. Ivana Stradner FDD continued 11:30-11:45 Justice: Overcharging and overcrowding alleged criminals; what is to be done? Paul Larkin, Heritage, Civitas Outlook. 11:45-12:00 Justice: Overcharging and overcrowding alleged criminals; what is to be done? Paul Larkin, Heritage, Civitas Outlook continued FOURTH HOUR 12:00-12:15 Congress: Good bad ugly of the big beautiful bill now act. Veronique de Rugy, Mercatus 12:15-12:30 Congress: Good bad ugly of the big beautiful bill now act. Veronique de Rugy, Mercatus continued 12:30-12:45 Syria: The trouble with Damascus. 12:45-1:00 AM Gaza: No solutions from the Arab states. Ahmad Sharawi, Bill Roggio, FDD

SHOW SCHEDULE  7-3-25 GOOD EVENING. The show begins in Vietnam, and the news that Trump advisers have reached a deal for a 20% tariff cap on goods into the US. 1920S VIETNAM CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR FIRST HOUR 9:00-9:15 Trade: Vietnam settles for 20% and why China protests. #ScalaReport: Chris Riegel CEO, Scala.com @stratacache. 9:15-9:30 Ohio: Ambition to be the new Texas for investors and high tech. #ScalaReport: Chris Riegel CEO, Scala.com @stratacache. 9:30-9:45 Oceania: PRC attacks with lawfare in the Solomons. Cleo Paskal, FDD. 9:45-10:00 Argentina: New court proceedings to prosecute Iran and Hezbollah agents in absentia. Mary Anastasia O'Grady. SECOND HOUR 10:00-10:15 Iran: Ayatollah still hiding. Mohsen Sazegara, Malcolm Hoenlein @conf_of_pres @mhoenlein1 10:15-10:30 PRC: Teaching Yiddish in Beijing. Meng Yang, Malcolm Hoenlein @conf_of_pres @mhoenlein1 10:30-10:45 Israel: PM Netanyahu to the White House. Malcolm Hoenlein @conf_of_pres @mhoenlein1 10:45-11:00 Cosmology: Discovering most early galaxies as little red dots. Ken Croswell, Science News. Galaxies THIRD HOUR 11:00-11:15 5/8: Plato and the Tyrant: The Fall of Greece's Greatest Dynasty and the Making of a Philosophic by James Romm (Author) https://www.amazon.com/Plato-Tyrant-Greatest-Philosophic-Masterpiece/dp/1324093188/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0 Plato is one of history's most influential thinkers, the "sublime philosopher" whose writings remain foundational to Western culture. He is known for the brilliant dialogues in which he depicted his teacher, Socrates, discussing ethical truths with prominent citizens of Athens. Yet the image we have of Plato—an ethereal figure far removed from society and politics, who conjured abstract ideas in peaceful groves—is a fiction, created by Plato's admirers and built up over centuries. In fact, Plato was very much a man of the world. In Plato and the Tyrant, acclaimed historian and classicist James Romm draws on personal letters of Plato—documents that have long been kept in obscurity—to show how a philosopher helped topple the leading Greek power of the era: the opulent city of Syracuse. There, Plato encountered two authoritarian rulers, a father and son both named Dionysius, and tried to steer them toward philosophy. At the same time, he worked on his masterpiece, Republic, in which he conceived a ruler who unites perfect wisdom with absolute power. That dream has echoed down through the ages and given rise to a famous term, one that Plato himself didn't actually use: philosopher-king. As Romm reveals, Plato's time in Syracuse helped shape Republic—and also had disastrous results for Plato himself and for all of Greek Sicily. The younger Dionysius, emotionally unstable but intellectually curious, welcomed Plato with open arms, but soon the relationship soured. Plato's close friendship with Dionysius's uncle, Dion—possibly a bond of romantic love—created a rift in the ruling family that led to a chaotic civil war. Combining thrilling political drama with explorations of Plato's most cherished ideas, Romm takes us into the heart of Greece's late classical age, a time when many believed that democracy had failed. Plato's search for solutions led him to write his fervent plea for a new political order, and also led him to a place where he believed his theories might be put into practice. But Plato and the Tyrant demonstrates how Plato's experiment with enlightened autocracy spiraled into catastrophe, and also gives us nothing less than a new account of the origins of Western political thought. 11:15-11:30 6/8: Plato and the Tyrant: The Fall of Greece's Greatest Dynasty and the Making of a Philosophic by James Romm (Author) 11:30-11:45 7/8: Plato and the Tyrant: The Fall of Greece's Greatest Dynasty and the Making of a Philosophic by James Romm (Author) 11:45-12:00 8/8: Plato and the Tyrant: The Fall of Greece's Greatest Dynasty and the Making of a Philosophic by James Romm (Author) FOURTH HOUR 12:00-12:15 Canada: Measuring the Trump White House first five months. Conrad Black. 12:15-12:30 Ukraine: Will NATO follow through? Anatol Lieven 12:30-12:45 Interstellar: Found object from another system. Bob Zimmerman behindtheblack.com 12:45-1:00 AM NASA: Senator Cruz wants more. Bob Zimmerman behindtheblack.com

GOOD EVENING: The show begins in Ukraine, waiting for air defense resupply... 1942 MERCHANT MARINE CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR FIRST HOUR 9:00-9:15 #Ukraine: Trump administration suspends weapons shipments. Colonel Jeff McCausland, USA (Retired) @mccauslj @cbsnews @dickinsoncol 9:15-9:30 #Gaza: Rumors of ceasefires. Colonel Jeff McCausland, USA (Retired) @mccauslj @cbsnews @dickinsoncol 9:30-9:45 Tibet: Dalai Lama challenges CCP. Charles Burton, @gordongchang, Gatestone, Newsweek, The Hill 9:45-10:00 Russia: Recession looming. Banking crisis. Michael Bernstam Hoover Institution SECOND HOUR 10:00-10:15 PRC: Losing money on EVs. Fraser Howie, @gordongchang, Gatestone, Newsweek, The Hill 10:15-10:30 Cuba: PRC listening post. Rebecca Grant, Lexington Institute. @gordongchang, Gatestone, Newsweek, The Hill 10:30-10:45 Hong Kong: Jimmy Lai's trial. Mark Simon, @gordongchang, Gatestone, Newsweek, The Hill 10:45-11:00 USAF: Robbing Peter to pay Paul. Blaine Holt, @gordongchang, Gatestone, Newsweek, The Hill THIRD HOUR 11:00-11:15 1/8: Plato and the Tyrant: The Fall of Greece's Greatest Dynasty and the Making of a Philosophic by James Romm (Author) https://www.amazon.com/Plato-Tyrant-Greatest-Philosophic-Masterpiece/dp/1324093188/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0 Plato is one of history's most influential thinkers, the "sublime philosopher" whose writings remain foundational to Western culture. He is known for the brilliant dialogues in which he depicted his teacher, Socrates, discussing ethical truths with prominent citizens of Athens. Yet the image we have of Plato—an ethereal figure far removed from society and politics, who conjured abstract ideas in peaceful groves—is a fiction, created by Plato's admirers and built up over centuries. In fact, Plato was very much a man of the world. In Plato and the Tyrant, acclaimed historian and classicist James Romm draws on personal letters of Plato—documents that have long been kept in obscurity—to show how a philosopher helped topple the leading Greek power of the era: the opulent city of Syracuse. There, Plato encountered two authoritarian rulers, a father and son both named Dionysius, and tried to steer them toward philosophy. At the same time, he worked on his masterpiece, Republic, in which he conceived a ruler who unites perfect wisdom with absolute power. That dream has echoed down through the ages and given rise to a famous term, one that Plato himself didn't actually use: philosopher-king. As Romm reveals, Plato's time in Syracuse helped shape Republic—and also had disastrous results for Plato himself and for all of Greek Sicily. The younger Dionysius, emotionally unstable but intellectually curious, welcomed Plato with open arms, but soon the relationship soured. Plato's close friendship with Dionysius's uncle, Dion—possibly a bond of romantic love—created a rift in the ruling family that led to a chaotic civil war. Combining thrilling political drama with explorations of Plato's most cherished ideas, Romm takes us into the heart of Greece's late classical age, a time when many believed that democracy had failed. Plato's search for solutions led him to write his fervent plea for a new political order, and also led him to a place where he believed his theories might be put into practice. But Plato and the Tyrant demonstrates how Plato's experiment with enlightened autocracy spiraled into catastrophe, and also gives us nothing less than a new account of the origins of Western political thought. 11:15-11:30 2/8: Plato and the Tyrant: The Fall of Greece's Greatest Dynasty and the Making of a Philosophic by James Romm (Author) 11:30-11:45 3/8: Plato and the Tyrant: The Fall of Greece's Greatest Dynasty and the Making of a Philosophic by James Romm (Author) 11:45-12:00 4/8: Plato and the Tyrant: The Fall of Greece's Greatest Dynasty and the Making of a Philosophic by James Romm (Author) FOURTH HOUR 12:00-12:15 France: Bake off continental Europe. Simon Constable, Occitanie 12:15-12:30 UK: Backbenchers nix PM Starmer & Chancellor Reeves. Simon Constable, Occitanie 12:30-12:45 Hotel Mars: Late collision accretion and life on Earth and volcanoes on Venus. Simone Marchi, SWRI. David Livingston, spaceshow.com 12:45-1:00 AM Hotel Mars: Late collision accretion and life on Earth and volcanoes on Venus. Simone Marchi, SWRI. David Livingston, spaceshow.com continued

SHOW SCHEDULE 7-1-25 GOOD EVENING: The show begins in Israel, illustrating errors made in the reporting of the war with Hamas. 1959 CHE IN GAZA CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR FIRST HOUR 9:00-9:15 Israel: Five errors of reporting the war. Peter Berkowitz, Hoover 9:15-9:30 Israel: Five errors of reporting the war. Peter Berkowitz, Hoover continued 9:30-9:45 Israel: Iran and its surrogates pause to talk. David Daoud, FDD 9:45-10:00 Israel: Iran and its surrogates pause to talk. David Daoud, FDD continued SECOND HOUR 10:00-10:15 Lancaster County: Stress fractures in the economy. Jim McTague, former Washington editor, Barron's. @mctaguej. Author of the "Martin and Twyla Boundary Series." #FriendsOfHistoryDebatingSociety 10:15-10:30 PRC: Military-civil scholars study the US grid to what end? Jack Burnham, FDD 10:30-10:45 NATO: Spending and Spain's waver. Judy Dempsey, Senior Scholar, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace in Berlin. 10:45-11:00 EU: Switzerland and migrants. Judy Dempsey, Senior Scholar, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace in Berlin. THIRD HOUR 11:00-11:15 War in the Belgian Congo. Gregory Copley, Defense & Foreign Affairs 11:15-11:30 Regime change and disorder. Gregory Copley, Defense & Foreign Affairs 11:30-11:45 USA: What is the plan? Gregory Copley, Defense & Foreign Affairs 11:45-12:00 King Charles Report: Royal train retired. Gregory Copley, Defense & Foreign Affairs FOURTH HOUR 12:00-12:15 SpaceX: Damaged launch pad. Bob Zimmerman behindtheblack.com 12:15-12:30 Mars: Solving a volcano from orbit. Bob Zimmerman behindtheblack.com 12:30-12:45 Russia: Trump Tower and the Russian mob. Craig Unger, "House of Trump, House of Putin." Continued 12:45-1:00 AM Russia: Trump Tower and the Russian mob. Craig Unger, "House of Trump, House of Putin." Continued

SHOW SCHEDULE  6-30-25 GOOD EVENING. The show begins in Iran.. 1852 TEHRAN. CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR FIRST HOUR 9:00-9:15 Iran: IAEA confirms damage but no conclusion. Bill Roggio, FDD. 9:15-9:30 Iran: Remains regional power. Bill Roggio, FDD 9:30-9:45 Ukraine: Low on air defense. John Hardie, Bill Roggio, FDD 9:45-10:00 NATO: Successes. John Hardie FDD SECOND HOUR 10:00-10:15 Taiwan: Assassination plot by wolf warriors. Steve Yates, Heritage. @gordongchang, Gatestone, Newsweek, The Hill 10:15-10:30 SpaceX: Costs of fails unknown. Douglas Messier, David Livingston 10:30-10:45 Trade: No doom. Just incorrect gloom. Alan Tonelson, @gordongchang, Gatestone, Newsweek, The Hill 10:45-11:00 Trade: No doom. Just incorrect gloom. Alan Tonelson, @gordongchang, Gatestone, Newsweek, The Hill continued THIRD HOUR 11:00-11:15 5/8: The Spy Who Changed History: The Untold Story of How the Soviet Union Won the Race for America's Top Secrets by Svetlana Lokhova (Author) Format: Kindle Edition On a sunny September day in 1931, a Soviet spy walked down the gangplank of the luxury transatlantic liner SS Europa and into New York. Attracting no attention, Stanislav Shumovsky had completed his journey from Moscow to enroll at a top American university. He was concealed in a group of 65 Soviet students heading to prestigious academic institutions. But he was after far more than an excellent education. Recognizing Russia was 100 years behind the encircling capitalist powers, Soviet leader Joseph Stalin had sent Shumovsky on a mission to acquire America's vital secrets to help close the USSR's yawning technology gap. The road to victory began in the classrooms and laboratories of MIT – Shumovsky's destination soon became the unwitting finishing school for elite Russian spies. The USSR first transformed itself into a military powerhouse able to confront and defeat Nazi Germany. Then in an extraordinary feat that astonished the West, in 1947 American ingenuity and innovation exfiltrated by Shumovsky made it possible to build and unveil the most advanced strategic bomber in the world. Following his lead, other MIT-trained Soviet spies helped acquire the secrets of the Manhattan Project. By 1949, Stalin's fleet of TU-4s, now equipped with atomic bombs could devastate the US on his command. Appropriately codenamed BLÉRIOT, Shumovsky was an aviation spy. Shumovsky's espionage was so successful that the USSR acquired every US aviation secret from his network of agents in factories and at top secret military research institutes. In this thrilling history, Svetlana Lokhova takes the reader on a journey through Stalin's most audacious intelligence operation. She pieces together every aspect of Shumovsky's life and character using information derived from American and Russian archives, exposing how even Shirley Temple and Franklin D. Roosevelt unwittingly advanced his schemes. 11:15-11:30 6/8: The Spy Who Changed History: The Untold Story of How the Soviet Union Won the Race for America's Top Secrets by Svetlana Lokhova (Author) Format: Kindle Edition 11:30-11:45 7/8: The Spy Who Changed History: The Untold Story of How the Soviet Union Won the Race for America's Top Secrets by Svetlana Lokhova (Author) Format: Kindle Edition 11:45-12:00 8/8: The Spy Who Changed History: The Untold Story of How the Soviet Union Won the Race for America's Top Secrets by Svetlana Lokhova (Author) Format: Kindle Edition FOURTH HOUR 12:00-12:15 Iran: Arrests, executions, burial. Ahmad Sharawi, Bill Roggio, FDD 12:15-12:30 Gaza: Egypt and Jordan to supervise. Ahmad Sharawi, Bill Roggio, FDD 12:30-12:45 #NewWorldReport: Chile votes. Joseph Humire @jmhumire @securefreesoc. Ernesto Araujo, former Foreign Minister Republic of Brazil. #newworldreporthumire, Alejandro Pena, Hungarian Center for Fundamental Rights. 12:45-1:00 AM #NewWorldReport: China in the Americas. Chile votes. Joseph Humire @jmhumire @securefreesoc. Ernesto Araujo, former Foreign Minister Republic of Brazil. #newworldreporthumire, Alejandro Pena, Hungarian Center for Fundamental Rights. Continued

SHOW SCHEDULE  6-26-25 GOOD EVENING: The show begins in Canada where the government much disdains Tehran's conduct... 1920 CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR FIRST HOUR 9:00-9:15 Canada: Decrying Tehran via the Italian Embassy. Conrad Black, National Post 9:15-9:30 PRC: "Underwhelming" performance by Xi and his favorites. Chris Riegel. #ScalaReport: Chris Riegel CEO, Scala.com @stratacache. 9:30-9:45 Energy: Pipeline politics in New York State. Richard Epstein, Civitas Institute 9:45-10:00 Energy: Pipeline politics in New York State. Richard Epstein, Civitas Institute continued SECOND HOUR 10:00-10:15 Israel recovery with successes. Jonathan Conricus, Malcolm Hoenlein. Malcolm Hoenlein @conf_of_pres @mhoenlein1 10:15-10:30 Iran: The ethnics hold back. Brenda Shaffer, author "Iran Is More Than Persia" 10:30-10:45 Iran: Goals for the negotiations. Dennis Ross, Washington Institute. Malcolm Hoenlein @conf_of_pres @mhoenlein1 10:45-11:00 Israel security for the American synagogues and schools. Malcolm Hoenlein @conf_of_pres @mhoenlein1 THIRD HOUR 11:00-11:15 Nukes: The path to atomic weapons is atomic power. Henry Sokolski, NPEC 11:15-11:30 OAS: Brazil seeking to tilt the OAS toward ally PRC. Mary Anastasia O'Grady 11:30-11:45 SpaceX: Mexico points to debris on the beach. Bob Zimmerman behindtheblack.com 11:45-12:00 Moon: Search for water in the polar craters continues. Bob Zimmerman behindtheblack.com FOURTH HOUR 12:00-12:15 #NewWorldReport: Iran in the Americas. Latin American Research Professor Evan Ellis, U.S. Army War College Strategic Studies Institute. @revanellis #NewWorldReportEllis 12:15-12:30 #NewWorldReport: The adversaries. Latin American Research Professor Evan Ellis, U.S. Army War College Strategic Studies Institute. @revanellis #NewWorldReportEllis 12:30-12:45 #NewWorldReport: BRICS in Rio. Latin American Research Professor Evan Ellis, U.S. Army War College Strategic Studies Institute. @revanellis #NewWorldReportEllis 12:45-1:00 AM #NewWorldReport: Argentina is the good news. Latin American Research Professor Evan Ellis, U.S. Army War College Strategic Studies Institute. @revanellis #NewWorldReportEllis

SHOW SCHEDULE 25 JUNE 2025 GOOD EVENING. The show begins in Iran over the Fordow suspect nuclear weapon tunnels that have as yet unknown certain fate... 1879 TEHRAN CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR FIRST HOUR 9:00-9:15 #Iran: BDA low probability. Colonel Jeff McCausland, USA (Retired) @mccauslj @cbsnews @dickinsoncol 9:15-9:30 NATO: #Ukraine: 5% of GDP is the goal. Colonel Jeff McCausland, USA (Retired) @mccauslj @cbsnews @dickinsoncol 9:30-9:45 Tariffs: Cannot delegate the delegated. Rob Natelson, Civitas Institute. 9:45-10:00 Russia: Losing money with oil and gas. Michael Bernstam, Hoover SECOND HOUR 10:00-10:15 PRC: What did PLA learn from the B-2 mission? Blaine Holt Gordon Chang 10:15-10:30 PRC: Oil reserves? Andrew Collier Gordon Chang 10:30-10:45 PRC: Xi fading? Charles Burton Gordon Chang 10:45-11:00 PRC: PLA Navy carriers and airwings ready 2027. James Fanell Gordon Chang THIRD HOUR 11:00-11:15 1/8: The Spy Who Changed History: The Untold Story of How the Soviet Union Won the Race for America's Top Secrets by Svetlana Lokhova (Author) Format: Kindle Edition On a sunny September day in 1931, a Soviet spy walked down the gangplank of the luxury transatlantic liner SS Europa and into New York. Attracting no attention, Stanislav Shumovsky had completed his journey from Moscow to enroll at a top American university. He was concealed in a group of 65 Soviet students heading to prestigious academic institutions. But he was after far more than an excellent education. Recognizing Russia was 100 years behind the encircling capitalist powers, Soviet leader Joseph Stalin had sent Shumovsky on a mission to acquire America's vital secrets to help close the USSR's yawning technology gap. The road to victory began in the classrooms and laboratories of MIT – Shumovsky's destination soon became the unwitting finishing school for elite Russian spies. The USSR first transformed itself into a military powerhouse able to confront and defeat Nazi Germany. Then in an extraordinary feat that astonished the West, in 1947 American ingenuity and innovation exfiltrated by Shumovsky made it possible to build and unveil the most advanced strategic bomber in the world. Following his lead, other MIT-trained Soviet spies helped acquire the secrets of the Manhattan Project. By 1949, Stalin's fleet of TU-4s, now equipped with atomic bombs could devastate the US on his command. Appropriately codenamed BLÉRIOT, Shumovsky was an aviation spy. Shumovsky's espionage was so successful that the USSR acquired every US aviation secret from his network of agents in factories and at top secret military research institutes. In this thrilling history, Svetlana Lokhova takes the reader on a journey through Stalin's most audacious intelligence operation. She pieces together every aspect of Shumovsky's life and character using information derived from American and Russian archives, exposing how even Shirley Temple and Franklin D. Roosevelt unwittingly advanced his schemes. 11:15-11:30 2/8: The Spy Who Changed History: The Untold Story of How the Soviet Union Won the Race for America's Top Secrets by Svetlana Lokhova (Author) Format: Kindle Edition 11:30-11:45 3/8: The Spy Who Changed History: The Untold Story of How the Soviet Union Won the Race for America's Top Secrets by Svetlana Lokhova (Author) Format: Kindle Edition 11:45-12:00 4/8: The Spy Who Changed History: The Untold Story of How the Soviet Union Won the Race for America's Top Secrets by Svetlana Lokhova (Author) Format: Kindle Edition FOURTH HOUR 12:00-12:15 France: Heat wave and country lanes. Simon Constable, Occitanie. 12:15-12:30 NATO: On Starmer struggles to find the money for defense pledge of 5%. Simon Constable 12:30-12:45 NASA: Looking for private funding for missions. Bob Zimmerman behindtheblack.com 12:45-1:00 AM Big Astronomy Key corrections made: Added proper time formatting with colons "BATCHELORFIRST" → "BATCHELOR" (separated) "enrol" → "enroll" (American spelling) "Recognising" → "Recognizing" (American spelling) "NÅSÅ" → "NASA" "PLADGE" → "pledge" "aM" → "AM" Applied proper sentence case throughout Fixed spacing and formatting for readability

SHOW SCHEDULE MONDAY 23 JUNE 2025. Good evening: The show begins in an Iran under attack by the strategic weapon, the USAF B-2... 1850 SUBURB OF TEHRAN CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR FIRST HOUR 9:00-9:15 Iran: Threat. Bill Roggio, FDD. Husain Haqqani, Hudson Institute. 9:15-9:30 Iran: Doubts of a short war. Bill Roggio, FDD. Husain Haqqani, Hudson Institute 9:30-9:45 Iran: Attacking the Gulf including Qatar. Ahmad Sharawi, Bill Roggio, FDD 9:45-10:00 Iran: Attacking the Gulf including Qatar. Ahmad Sharawi, Bill Roggio, FDD continued SECOND HOUR 10:00-10:15 USA: Most serious warning of homeland terror. Striking the infamous Evin Prison. Malcolm Hoenlein @conf_of_pres @mhoenlein1@thadmccotter @theamgreatness 10:15-10:30 Syria: Damascus terror by ISIS. Malcolm Hoenlein @conf_of_pres @mhoenlein1@thadmccotter @theamgreatness 10:30-10:45 PRC: The August CCP review of Xi's flagging leadership. Anne Stevenson-Yang, @gordongchang, Gatestone, Newsweek, The Hill 10:45-11:00 PRC: Swarming South China Sea, swarming Taiwan Strait. Rick Fisher, @gordongchang, Gatestone, Newsweek, The Hill THIRD HOUR 11:00-11:15 Iran: What is inside Fordow, Isfahan and Natanz? Andrea Stricker, FDD 11:15-11:30 Iran: The hunt for the 60% enriched ore. Andrea Stricker, FDD 11:30-11:45 Iran: B-2 over Iran. David Daoud, Bill Roggio, FDD 11:45-12:00 Gaza, Lebanon, Yemen: The Tehran agents. David Daoud, Bill Roggio, FDD FOURTH HOUR 12:00-12:15 #NewWorldReport: Kirchner's links to Hezbollah, Iran, mass murder and assassination. Joseph Humire @jmhumire @securefreesoc. Ernesto Araujo, former Foreign Minister Republic of Brazil. #newworldreporthumire 12:15-12:30 #NewWorldReport: Lawfare and the Bolsonaros. Joseph Humire @jmhumire @securefreesoc. Ernesto Araujo, former Foreign Minister Republic of Brazil. #newworldreporthumire 12:30-12:45 Ukraine: Iran confers with Putin. John Hardie, Bill Roggio, FDD. 12:45-1:00 AM NATO: Lowered expectations at The Hague. John Hardie, Bill Roggio, FDD.

SHOW SCHEDULE FRIDAY 20 JUNE 2025: Good evening. The show begins in California and Nevada, a diamond heist from Brink's and a baseball diamond in the rough. 1948 HOLLYWOOD PLAZA HOTEL CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR FIRST HOUR 9:00-9:15 #PacificWatch: Jewel heist pursuit. #VegasReport: Stirring at the ballpark grounds. @jcbliss 9:15-9:30 Lancaster Report: Quiet central market. Busy diners of grayheads. Jim McTague, former Washington editor, Barron's. @mctaguej. Author of the "Martin and Twyla Boundary Series." #FriendsofHistoryDebatingSociety 9:30-9:45 #SmallBusinessAmerica: All is right for hiring Gen Z. @genemarks @guardian @phillyinquirer 9:45-10:00 #SmallBusinessAmerica: Boomers reluctant to sell the small business to millennials. @genemarks @guardian @phillyinquirer SECOND HOUR 10:00-10:15 Iran: Is this the end of the NPT? Henry Sokolski, NPEC. 10:15-10:30 Italy: Responsible tourism: The broken chair of Verona. Lorenzo Fiori 10:30-10:45 SCOTUS. Ninth Circuit rules that POTUS does have authority of the National Guard in an emergency. Richard Epstein, Civitas Institute. 10:45-11:00 Iran: Israel's choices. Richard Epstein, Civitas Institute. THIRD HOUR 11:00-11:15 1/4: Rogue Allies: The Strategic Partnership between Iran and North Korea Paperback – April 29, 2025 by Bruce Bechtol (Author), Anthony N. Celso https://www.amazon.com/Rogue-Allies-Strategic-Partnership-between/dp/1985902176 In Rogue Allies: The Strategic Partnership between Iran and North Korea, Bruce E. Bechtol Jr. and Anthony N. Celso examine the influence of two rogue states whose rebellion against the United States and US-backed countries has serious consequences for international relations. Iran and North Korea have profited from illegal activities, such as the arming of terrorist organizations, in attempts to disrupt peace efforts in the Middle East and East Asia and to destabilize the rules-based order of the world. Bechtol and Celso uncover the origins of this decades-long alliance, consider elements that these two nation-states have in common, and explain how their relationship undermines neighboring regions. The authors draw from revealing interviews with Iranian and North Korean defectors as well as firsthand accounts from other sources, providing crucial additions to this body of research. While some scholars have compared and contrasted Iran and North Korea, few have delved into how this partnership works to achieve its far-reaching impact. By assessing key aspects of the Iran–North Korea nexus—including military, ideological, economic, and environmental forces—Rogue Allies investigates the link between two volatile states and the ensuing implications for global security. 11:15-11:30 2/4: Rogue Allies: The Strategic Partnership between Iran and North Korea Paperback – April 29, 2025 by Bruce Bechtol (Author), Anthony N. Celso 11:30-11:45 3/4: Rogue Allies: The Strategic Partnership between Iran and North Korea Paperback – April 29, 2025 by Bruce Bechtol (Author), Anthony N. Celso 11:45-12:00 4/4: Rogue Allies: The Strategic Partnership between Iran and North Korea Paperback – April 29, 2025 by Bruce Bechtol (Author), Anthony N. Celso FOURTH HOUR 12:00-12:15 Colombia: Surging violence. Mary Anastasia O'Grady 12:15-12:30 Russia: Falling oil falling Kremlin. Michael Bernstam, Hoover 12:30-12:45 SpaceX: No 10 unscheduled end. Bob Zimmerman behindtheblack.com 12:45-1:00 AM Mars: Missing matter found? Mars mysteries.

Show schedule 17 June 2025: Good evening. The show begins in the ever escalating Eurasian wars. 1951 KOREAN WAR CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR FIRST HOUR 9:00-9:15 #Ukraine: War powers. Colonel Jeff McCausland, USA (Retired) @mccauslj @cbsnews @dickinsoncol 9:15-9:30 #Ukraine: Will Europe arm its own? Colonel Jeff McCausland, USA (Retired) @mccauslj @cbsnews @dickinsoncol 9:30-9:45 Oceania: 50 years of Pacific Mission Airways in Micronesia. Cleo Paskal, Amos Collins 9:45-10:00 Oceania: 50 years of Pacific Mission Airways in Micronesia. Cleo Paskal, Amos Collins SECOND HOUR 10:00-10:15 PRC trade: Alan Tonelson and Gordon Chang 10:15-10:30 G-7: Absent Russia and China. Rebecca Grant and Gordon Chang 10:30-10:45 North Korea arsenal and ROK: President Lee. Greg Scarlatoiu, and Gordon Chang 10:45-11:00 PRC and biowar: Arrested. Sean Lin and Gordon Chang THIRD HOUR 11:00-11:15 Russia: Navalny's sacrifice. Juliana Pilon, Civitas Institute 11:15-11:30 Russia: Navalny's sacrifice. Juliana Pilon, Civitas Institute 11:30-11:45 Iran: From the North Korean arsenal. Bruce Bechtol 11:45-12:00 Iran: From the North Korean arsenal. Bruce Bechtol FOURTH HOUR 12:00-12:15 France: Heatwave and AC, and haying. Simon Constable 12:15-12:30 UK: Starmer the Trump whisperer. Simon Constable 12:30-12:45 NASA: Ted Cruz defends the Senate NASA budget. Bob Zimmerman behindtheblack.com 12:45-1:00 AM Mars: Unsolved. Bob Zimmerman behindtheblack.com

SHOW SCHEDULE TUESDAY 17 JUNE, 2025. Good evening: The show begins IN THE CONFERENCE ROOM at the Federal Reserve, waiting for the Fed board to see data that move it to reduce the high rate of borrowing -- the cost of money... 1917 EDERAL RESERVE BOARD https://substack.com/profile/222380536-john-batchelor?utm_source=global-search CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR FIRST HOUR 9:00-9:15 #Markets: What is the Fed waiting to see? Liz Peek The Hill. Fox News and Fox Business 9:15-9:30 #Markets: What was "No Kings?" Liz Peek The Hill. Fox News and Fox Business 9:30-9:45 1/2: Iran: The nuclear weapons makers. Andrea Stricker FDD 9:45-10:00 2/2: Iran: The nuclear weapons makers. Andrea Stricker FDD SECOND HOUR 10:00-10:15 #Berlin: Chancellor Merz success so far. Judy Dempsey, Senior Scholar, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace in Berlin. 10:15-10:30 #EU: Global Euro and its possibility. Judy Dempsey, Senior Scholar, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace in Berlin. 10:30-10:45 Harvard: The fail of 2020. Peter Berkowitz, Hoover Institution 10:45-11:00 PRC: Quiet remarks about its Iran oil supplier and weapons customer. Jack Burnham, FDD THIRD HOUR 11:00-11:15 #AUKUS at the G-7: Gregory Copley, Defense & Foreign Affairs 11:15-11:30 #ECOWAS: In failure. Gregory Copley, Defense & Foreign Affairs 11:30-11:45 Iran: After the fall down. Gregory Copley, Defense & Foreign Affairs 11:45-12:00 Charles III: Modern kingship works. Gregory Copley, Defense & Foreign Affairs FOURTH HOUR 12:00-12:15 5/8 The Party's Interests Come First: The Life of Xi Zhongxun, Father of Xi Jinping Hardcover – 3 June 2025 by Joseph Torigian (Author) https://www.amazon.com.au/Partys-Interests-Come-First-Zhongxun/dp/1503634752/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0 China's leader, Xi Jinping, is one of the most powerful individuals in the world—and one of the least understood. Much can be learned, however, about both Xi Jinping and the nature of the party he leads from the memory and legacy of his father, the revolutionary Xi Zhongxun (1913-2002). The elder Xi served the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) for more than seven decades. He worked at the right hand of prominent leaders Zhou Enlai and Hu Yaobang. He helped build the Communist base area that saved Mao Zedong in 1935, and he initiated the Special Economic Zones that launched China into the reform era after Mao's death. He led the Party's United Front efforts toward Tibetans, Uyghurs, and Taiwanese. And though in 1989 he initially sought to avoid violence, he ultimately supported the Party's crackdown on the Tiananmen protesters. The Party's Interests Come First is the first biography of Xi Zhongxun written in English. This biography is at once a sweeping story of the Chinese revolution and the first several decades of the People's Republic of China and a deeply personal story about making sense of one's own identity within a larger political context. Drawing on an array of new documents, interviews, diaries, and periodicals, Joseph Torigian vividly tells the life story of Xi Zhongxun, a man who spent his entire life struggling to balance his own feelings with the Party's demands. Through the eyes of Xi Jinping's father, Torigian reveals the extraordinary organizational, ideological, and coercive power of the CCP—and the terrible cost in human suffering that comes with it. 12:15-12:30 6/8 The Party's Interests Come First: The Life of Xi Zhongxun, Father of Xi Jinping Hardcover – 3 June 2025 by Joseph Torigian (Author) 12:30-12:45 7/8 The Party's Interests Come First: The Life of Xi Zhongxun, Father of Xi Jinping Hardcover – 3 June 2025 by Joseph Torigian (Author) 12:45-1:00 8/8 The Party's Interests Come First: The Life of Xi Zhongxun, Father of Xi Jinping Hardcover – 3 June 2025 by Joseph Torigian (Author)

Good evening: The show begins in curfew-tamed Los Angeles... 1900 PASEDENA CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR FIRST HOUR 9:00-9:15 #PacificWatch: Curfews working. #VegasReport: @jcbliss 9:15-9:30 Oceania: In Yap of the Federated States of Micronesia, watching PRC soft power. Cleo Paskal, FDD. 9:30-9:45 #SmallBusinessAmerica: No sign of inflation, yet. @genemarks @guardian @phillyinquirer 9:45-10:00 #SmallBusinessAmerica: Productive AI. @genemarks @guardian @phillyinquirer SECOND HOUR 10:00-10:15 Lancaster County Report: Phillies 2025 vs 1964. Jim McTague, former Washington Editor, Barron's. @mctaguej. Author of the "Martin and Twyla Boundary Series." #FriendsOfHistoryDebatingSociety 10:15-10:30 Canada: And Mexico at the G7 to lobby the US. Mary Anastasia O'Grady, WSJ. 10:30-10:45 SCOTUS: National Guard in LA. Richard Epstein, Civitas Institute. 10:45-11:00 Israel: Trump and Netanyahu. Richard Epstein, Civitas Institute. THIRD HOUR 11:00-11:15 Iran: Another North Korea quitting NPT? Henry Sokolski, NPEC. 11:15-11:30 Italy: Watching LA turmoil; Venice protesting Bezos wedding. Lorenzo Fiori. 11:30-11:45 Iran: Decapitation. Bill Roggio, David Daoud, FDD. 11:45-12:00 Iran: IDF on the ground? Bill Roggio, David Daoud, FDD. FOURTH HOUR 12:00-12:15 1/2: Antisemitism: Harvard apologist featured 4000 works in the NYT. Peter Berkowitz, Hoover. 12:15-12:30 2/2: Antisemitism: Harvard apologist featured 4000 works in the NYT. Peter Berkowitz, Hoover. 12:30-12:45 ISS: Peril in module Zvezda. Bob Zimmerman behindtheblack.com 12:45-1:00 AM Moon: 2024-YR4 impact, 2032. Bob Zimmerman behindtheblack.com

Good evening: The show begins in Ukraine and the Arctic Circle.1931  GREENLAND 1931 CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR FIRST HOUR 9-915 UKRAINE: WARRING ANOTHER YEAR. ANATOL LIEVEN, QUINCY 915-930 ARCTIC. WAR AND PEACE. 930-945 1/2: GOLDEN DOME: : BY 2029?.JOSH ROGIN, WAPO. 945-1000 2/2: GOLDEN DOME: : BY 2029?.JOSH ROGIN, WAPO. SECOND HOUR0 10-1015 IRAN: PENDING HARD POWER. MICHAEL EISENSTAT, WASHINGTON INSTITUTE. MALCOLM HOENLEIN @CONF_OF_PRES @MHOENLEIN1 1015-1030 ANTISEMITISM: HOUSE HEARING, MICHAEL WAGENHEIM, I24 TV, MALCOLM HOENLEIN @CONF_OF_PRES @MHOENLEIN1 1030-1045 CITY OF DAVID. DORON SPIELMAN. MALCOLM HOENLEIN @CONF_OF_PRES @MHOENLEIN1 1045-1100 GAZA: AID AND RISKS. STEPHAN MILLER CSA. MALCOLM HOENLEIN @CONF_OF_PRES @MHOENLEIN1 THIRD HOUR 1100-1115 GOP: SCARED OF ENTITLEMENTS. VERONIQUE DE RUGY 1115-1130 PRC: EMPTY ORDER BOOKS FOR SIX MORE MONTHS. #SCALAREPORT: CHRIS RIEGEL CEO, SCALA.COM @STRATACACHE.  1130-1145 RUSSIA: OIL FALLING INTO THE 40S. MICHAEL BERNSTAM, HOOVER. 1145-1200 HOTEL MARS: SPACEX: THE STARSHIP PLAN FALLS BEHIND.  FOURTH HOUR 12-1215 #NEWWORLDREPORT: COLOMBIA.  LATIN AMERICAN RESEARCH PROFESSOR EVAN ELLIS, U.S. ARMY WAR COLLEGE STRATEGIC STUDIES INSTITUTE. @REVANELLIS #NEWWORLDREPORTELLIS 1215-1230 #NEWWORLDREPORT: PANAMA. LATIN AMERICAN RESEARCH PROFESSOR EVAN ELLIS, U.S. ARMY WAR COLLEGE STRATEGIC STUDIES INSTITUTE. @REVANELLIS #NEWWORLDREPORTELLIS 1230-1245 #NEWWORLDREPORT: MEXICO AND BRAZIL. LATIN AMERICAN RESEARCH PROFESSOR EVAN ELLIS, U.S. ARMY WAR COLLEGE STRATEGIC STUDIES INSTITUTE. @REVANELLIS #NEWWORLDREPORTELLIS 1245-100 AM #NEWWORLDREPORT: ARGENTINA. LATIN AMERICAN RESEARCH PROFESSOR EVAN ELLIS, U.S. ARMY WAR COLLEGE STRATEGIC STUDIES INSTITUTE. @REVANELLIS #NEWWORLDREPORTELLIS

GOOD EVENING: The show begins in LA, where Colleague John Yoo comments that POTUS has law and SCOTUS authority for deploying National Guard and Marines and more. 1863 DRAFT RIOT NYC CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR FIRST HOUR 9:00-9:15 LA: POTUS and SCOTUS determinative authority. John Yoo, Civitas Institute. 9:15-9:30 SCOTUS: And the ABA. John Yoo, Civitas Institute. 9:30-9:45 Turkey: Erdogan's Syria project. Sinan Ciddi, FDD. 9:45-10:00 Turkey: The Kremlin model. SECOND HOUR 10:00-10:15 Iran: Suspect nuclear weapons program. Andrea Stricker, FDD. 10:15-10:30 Iran: Suspect nuclear weapons program. Andrea Stricker, FDD. 10:30-10:45 Africa: ISIS in Uganda and Congo. Caleb Weiss, Bill Roggio, FDD. 10:45-11:00 Africa: ISIS in Uganda and Congo. Caleb Weiss, Bill Roggio, FDD. THIRD HOUR 11:00-11:15 PRC: Needs a trade deal. Andrew Collier, @gordongchang, Gatestone, Newsweek, The Hill. 11:15-11:30 USAF: What about drone attacks? General Blaine Holt USAF (Ret.), @gordongchang, Gatestone, Newsweek, The Hill. 11:30-11:45 CCP: Xi Jinping in eclipse. Charles Burton, @gordongchang, Gatestone, Newsweek, The Hill. 11:45-12:00 Biowar: Smugglers from the PRC. Brandon Weichert, @gordongchang, Gatestone, Newsweek, The Hill. FOURTH HOUR 12:00-12:15 #France: Plum tree ripens. Simon Constable, Occitanie. 12:15-12:30 POTUS: Hoover signed Smoot-Hawley June 1930. 12:30-12:45 POTUS: Space regulations arrive. Bob Zimmerman behindtheblack.com. 12:45-1:00 AM Big Astronomy: Colliding galaxy clusters. Bob Zimmerman behindtheblack.com.