S8 Ep322: The Upwardly Mobile but Anxious Middle Class. Guest: VERONIQUE DE RUGY. Despite reports of a shrinking middle class, data shows many individuals are actually moving into the upper middle class. However, significant anxiety remains due to rising costs in g

JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW SCHEDULE 4-2-202618611. Anatol Lieven analyzes President Trump’s response to the Iran conflict and rising energy prices. He discusses NATO's internal divisions as European allies prioritize local economic interests and geographic proximity over American strategy.,, (1)2. Anatol Lieven examines Ukraine’s new business model exporting drone expertise to the Gulf. He notes Russia’s intelligence support for Iran and China’s cautious stance regarding potential for wider escalation in the Middle East., (2)3. Josh Rogin reports on the Hill and Valley Forum, where Silicon Valley and Washington leaders discuss defense modernization. He addresses bureaucratic hurdles and China’s significant manufacturing lead in critical military technologies.,, (3)4. Josh Rogin analyzes Europe’s lagging defense capabilities and the global drone production race. He highlights restrictive ITAR regulations and explains how AI automation in manufacturing helps the United States compete against China’s scale.,, (4)5. Evan Ellis details the inauguration of Chile’s conservative President Jose Antonio Kast. He examines Kast’s challenges with organized crime and immigration while managing deep economic dependence on China and maintaining American security ties., (5)6. Evan Ellis discusses Brazilian President Lula’s endorsement of Michelle Bachelet for UN Secretary General. He reflects on Chile’s ideological shifts between pro-market right-wing policies and the left’s focus on social benefits.,, (6)7. Evan Ellis evaluates a Russian oil delivery to Cuba and possible backroom negotiations with the Trump administration. He also analyzes the normalization of Venezuela’s Delcy Rodriguez amidst efforts toward a regional political transition.,, (7)8. Evan Ellis previews Peru’s upcoming presidential election and a tightening race in Brazil. He discusses how corruption scandals, such as the Bank of Masters, are impacting President Lula’s popularity against challenger Flavio Bolsonaro.,, (8)9. Fitz Brundage recounts the capture of black Union sailors and the subsequent halt of Civil War prisoner exchanges. He explains how the Emancipation Proclamation transformed the war’s legal status and the humanitarian treatment.,, (9)10. Fitz Brundage explains the Dix-Hill cartel and the historical evolution of prisoner exchanges. He describes the system of parole and the specific calculus used to swap soldiers of varying ranks to ensure fairness.,, (10)11. Fitz Brundage examines Civil War prison administrators John Winder and William Hoffman. He details the harsh conditions at Libby Prison and Hoffman’s focus on extreme cost-saving measures at the expense of prisoner welfare.,, (11)12. Fitz Brundage analyzes the Lieber Code, which codified the humane treatment of prisoners of war. He discusses the "military necessity" loophole and the Confederacy’s rejection of these Union-led regulations as illegitimate.,, (12)13. Jim McTague and Simon Constable report on rising global commodity prices, including Brent crude and diesel. They discuss the impact of the Iran conflict on fertilizer supplies and the resulting economic strain.,,, (13)14. Jim McTague and Simon Constable analyze UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s response to the Middle East crisis. They discuss Britain’s limited military capacity and inflammatory newspaper claims regarding drone warfare and minesweeping capabilities.,, (14)15.Kevin Frazier and Thaddius McCotter  Kevin Fraser and Thaddius Mart advocate for embracing artificial intelligence as a governance tool. They discuss state-level regulatory hurdles, the rise of a "portfolio economy," and the necessity of educating families on responsible use.,, (15)16. Kevin Frazier and Thaddius McCotter explore the relational aspects of AI and its influence on youth. They contrast AI subscription models with social media’s engagement-driven algorithms, emphasizing the need for AI literacy.,, (16)

16. Kevin Frazier and Thaddeus McCotterexplore the relational aspects of AI and its influence on youth. They contrast AIsubscription models with social media’s engagement-driven algorithms, emphasizing the need for AI literacy.,, (16)1955

15. Kevin Frazier and Thaddeus McCotter advocate for embracing artificial intelligence as a governance tool. They discuss state-level regulatory hurdles, the rise of a "portfolio economy," and the necessity of educating families on responsible use.,, (15)1936

14. Jim McTague and Simon Constable analyze UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s response to the Middle East crisis. They discuss Britain’s limited military capacity and inflammatory newspaper claims regarding drone warfare and minesweeping capabilities.,, (14)1841 CLAUDE MONET

13. Jim McTague and Simon Constable report on rising global commodity prices, including Brent crude and diesel. They discuss the impact of the Iran conflict on fertilizer supplies and the resulting economic strain.,,, (13)1540 Paris

12. Fitzhugh Brundage analyzes the Lieber Code, which codified the humane treatment of prisoners of war. He discusses the "military necessity" loophole and the Confederacy’s rejection of these Union-led regulations as illegitimate.,, (12)1863 Gettysburg

11. Fitzhugh Brundage examines Civil War prison administrators John Winder and William Hoffman. He details the harsh conditions at Libby Prison and Hoffman’s focus on extreme cost-saving measures at the expense of prisoner welfare.,, (11)1865 Grant and staff

10. Fitzhugh Brundage explains the Dix-Hill cartel and the historical evolution of prisoner exchanges. He describes the system of parole and the specific calculus used to swap soldiers of varying ranks to ensure fairness.,, (10)1863 Gettysburg

9. Fitzhugh Brundage recounts the capture of black Union sailors and the subsequent halt of Civil War prisoner exchanges. He explains how the Emancipation Proclamation transformed the war’s legal status and the humanitarian treatment.,, (9)1862 Cedar Mountain

   8. Evan Ellis previews Peru’s upcoming presidential election and a closely contested race in Brazil. He discusses how corruption scandals are impacting Lula da Silva’s popularity against Flavio Bolsonaro, representing their fathers' legacies. (8)1697