
Brandon Weichert
Senior National Security Editor at The National Interest and host of the National Security Hour on iHeartRadio.
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Feb 1, 2025 • 1h 1min
PDB Situation Report | February 1st, 2025: Is Iran Setting A ‘Trump Trap’? & America’s Own ‘Iron Dome’ System
Behnam Ben Taleblu, a Senior Fellow focused on Iranian strategy, discusses how Tehran is influencing its proxy forces to avoid conflict with Trump, interpreting this as a sign of weakness. Brandon Weichert, a national security editor and author, dives into the proposed 'Iron Dome'-like missile defense system, exploring its space-based technology and the challenges posed by hypersonic threats. The conversation also emphasizes the complexities in U.S.-Iran negotiations amidst internal unrest and critiques past diplomatic strategies.

Oct 3, 2025 • 37min
Hour 2: At Odds with Your Values
Brandon Weichert, a national security commentator and author, dives deep into the complex geopolitical landscape, analyzing the potential consequences of bombing Iran and the U.S. military's support role. He explores Israel's striking strategies against Iranian leadership and discusses the looming possibility of U.S. airstrikes in Venezuela, touching on Trump's controversial motives. Weichert also warns about the challenges posed by Russian and Iranian technology, potentially complicating U.S. operations in Venezuela.

Sep 6, 2025 • 54min
PDB Situation Report | September 6th, 2025: Inside Russia: How Putin’s Economy Is Collapsing & Beijing’s Weapons Parade
Konstantin Samoilov, a Russian expatriate and YouTube content creator, provides a first-hand look at the collapse of Putin's economy, revealing stark contrasts in daily life amid sanctions and propaganda. Brandon Weichert, a senior national security editor, digs into China's military parade showcasing advanced weaponry aimed at the West. They discuss the growing insecurities in Russia as fuel shortages plague citizens, and the troubling advancements in Chinese military tech that challenge U.S. dominance, highlighting a shift in global geopolitical dynamics.

Aug 26, 2025 • 38min
Hour 2: How Many Spies?
Brandon Weichert, a national security expert and author, dives deep into the alarming influx of Chinese spies into the U.S., questioning the implications on national security. He discusses the U.S. military's strategic actions in Venezuela and whether Trump has abandoned Panama. The conversation also touches on the historical dynamics between the U.S. and China, focusing on espionage risks and the economic consequences. Weichert sheds light on the critical geopolitical challenges that the U.S. faces in maintaining security in a complex world.

May 24, 2025 • 55min
PDB Situation Report | May 24th, 2025: U.S. Intel: Israeli Strike Incoming & Trump Reveals The Golden Dome
Behnam Ben Taleblu, a Senior Fellow specializing in Iranian foreign policy, discusses the alarming U.S. intel suggesting an imminent Israeli strike on Iran’s nuclear facilities and its implications for regional stability. Brandon Weichert, a national security expert and author, unpacks former President Trump's newly unveiled Golden Dome missile defense initiative, exploring its potential to revolutionize U.S. missile protection amid growing global threats.