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Intelligence Matters: The Relaunch
Briefing the President: Michael & Andy
Jun 19, 2024
Former daily intelligence briefers for President George W. Bush, Michael and Andy, discuss their experiences and challenges inside the Oval Office. They share insights on briefing the President, delivering difficult news, providing feedback to senior officials, and the dynamics of effective intelligence briefings. The episode also includes personal anecdotes of interactions at the White House.
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- Transitioning to a PDB briefer role involves swift decision-making and recognizing unique opportunities.
- Feeling immense pressure and self-doubt is a universal human response when initially briefing the President.
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Challenges of Being a PDB Briefer
Becoming a President's Daily Brief (PDB) briefer involves unexpected offers and intense preparation. The experience of being handpicked for such a pivotal role can be surprising and nerve-wracking. Transitioning from one job to the PDB briefer role involves uncertainty and swift decision-making, recognizing the unparalleled opportunity it presents.
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