Booking Overview
Metrics
Episodes: 1000
Frequency: Daily
Rating: 4.5/5.0
Estimated listeners: 10,000 - 100,000
Gender skew: Male
Listener location: USA
YouTube: 472 subscribers
Contact Information
Publicly listed emails
podcast@radioamerica.org
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Host
John Batchelor - American radio host, journalist, author, and political commentator known for covering international affairs, history, science, and national security.
Thaddeus McCotter - American politician, author, and political commentator who served as a U.S. representative from Michigan.
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Recent Guest Discussions
Joseph Sternberg - Social Security Solvency, Entitlement Reform, Taxation, Economic Growth, And Artificial-intelligence Regulation.
Mary Kissel - U.s. Relations With China And Russia, Taiwan Security, Iran-backed Forces, And Middle East Strategy.
Judy Dempsey - German State Elections, Political Polarization, Russia’s Hybrid Warfare, And The Changing European Political Center.
Liz Peek - Diesel Prices, Inflation, Energy Markets, Refinery Capacity, Artificial Intelligence, And Political Responses To Rising Costs.
Samuel Ben-Ur - Gaza Stabilization, Civilian Administration, Humanitarian Infrastructure, Police Training, Disarmament, And Reconstruction Lessons From Iraq.
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Episodes
THOUGHT EXPERIMENT - Historiographical Lenses: Tacitus vs. Suetonius - X Gaius and Germanicus.
October 12, 2026
1682Historiographical Lenses: Tacitus vs. SuetoniusGaius and Germanicus: Gaius poses a thought experiment regarding how 22nd-century historians will evaluate Trump’s administration, contrasting the elite, chronologically rigorous approach of Tacitus with the gossip- and scandal-focused style of Suetonius. Germanicus highlights that historical reputations inevitably shift over time depending on who controls cultural institutions and media, noting how figures like Richard III, Winston Churchill...
ROME VS DOD - Execution as Political Spectacle Gaius and Germanicus.
October 12, 2026
Execution as Political SpectacleGaius and Germanicus: Defense Secretary Hegseth plans a firing squad execution of a paralyzed former U.S. Armyofficer in a wheelchair to create a dramatic public spectacle designed to rally the political base before midterms. Gaius observes that in ancient Rome, condemned citizens were honored with a swift decapitation (such as Cicero), whereas slow, painful public deaths—crucifixion, beasts in the arena, or garroting—were strictly reserved for non-citizens and...
UKRAINE VS RUSSIA - Geopolitical Side-Switching and Diesel Politics - Gaius and Germanicus:
October 12, 2026
1919 RUSSIAN SUBMARINE BLACK SEAIn The Londinium Chronicles, Gaius (John Batchelor) and Germanicus (Michael Vlahos) explore the intersections of Roman history and modern geopolitics.Geopolitical Side-Switching and Diesel PoliticsGaius and Germanicus: Facing pressure ahead of the midterms, Emperor Trump contracts to import Russian diesel fuel to lower domestic energy costs for farming and trucking fleets. To facilitate this deal, the administration pressures Ukraine (Zelenskyy) to cease attack...
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Frequently asked questions
How do I get in touch with The John Batchelor Show?
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What is the email for The John Batchelor Show?
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How many listeners does The John Batchelor Show have?
Podseeker estimates The John Batchelor Show reaches 10,000 to 100,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.
Who is an ideal guest for The John Batchelor Show?
The John Batchelor Show typically books well-known public figures. Typical guest background: Foreign-policy and national-security analysts, diplomats, former government officials, military or intelligence specialists, economists, journalists, and authors with direct expertise in international affairs or major policy issues. Common among recent guests: Senior roles at government agencies, policy institutes, universities, or major media organizations; Published books, research, or policy analysis on international affairs and national security; Direct experience in diplomacy, military affairs, intelligence, economics, or regional politics. Recent guests include Joseph Sternberg, Mary Kissel, and Judy Dempsey.
How hard is it to get booked on The John Batchelor Show?
High. It mostly books established leaders in its field.
What topics does The John Batchelor Show cover?
Recent episodes cover Politics, Geopolitics, Foreign Policy, National Security, and Military Strategy. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.
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