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Each morning, the President of the United States receives a highly classified briefing on the most important issues facing the country -- The President's Daily Brief. Now you can hear your very own PDB, in the form of a podcast, every morning at 6am Eastern, and every afternoon at 4pm Eastern. You'll get 20 minutes of the most important topics of the day and why you should care, arming you with what you need to know to help solve America's most pressing challenges. Former CIA Operations Officer Mike Baker hosts new episodes daily.
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Nov 17, 2023 • 13min
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | November 17th, 2023: CCP Biolabs in America & TikTok Love for Bin Laden
In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: A Congressional report has found that the owner of an illegally run biolab discovered in California has strong ties to China's CCP, and that an investigation of the facility was hamstrung by CDC officials. Disturbing videos went viral this week on the social media app TikTok that centered around praise for an antisemitic letter written by Osama Bin Laden in the wake of the September 11 terrorist attacks. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin. Email: PDB@TheFirstTV.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 16, 2023 • 12min
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | November 16th, 2023: Al-Shifa Hospital Captured & The Xi-Biden Summit
In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: An update on the situation at Al-Shifa hospital in Gaza City, which was captured by Israeli troops in an operation Wednesday morning. We’ll discuss what the IDF found inside and the international response to these developments. A look at yesterday's meeting between CCP leader Xi Jinping and President Joe Biden at the APEC summit in San Francisco. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin. Email: PDB@TheFirstTV.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 16, 2023 • 16min
November 16th, 2023: Fossil Fuel Fraud, Erdogan’s Anger, & Assad’s Arrest Warrant
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:
A new climate pledge emerges from a meeting between President Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping, but we dig into why China's promises on fossil fuels may not hold up.
New details emerge about Iran’s involvement in the October 7th attacks as the Biden administration renews a sanctions waiver, granting Iran access to significant financial resources.
The tension between Turkey and Israel escalates as President Erdogan intensifies his rhetoric.
A landmark decision by a French court as it issues an arrest warrant for Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, charging him with war crimes and crimes against humanity.
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Nov 15, 2023 • 12min
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | November 15th, 2023: China's Disinformation Campaign & Russia's Staggering Military Losses
In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: A new report investigates a vast CCP backed disinformation network operating for years within the U.S. A UK intelligence report details the staggering losses Putin’s military has suffered in Ukraine. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin. Email: PDB@TheFirstTV.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 15, 2023 • 21min
November 15th, 2023: Xi-Biden Summit, Hospital Standoff, & Iceland On Edge
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:
President Biden prepares for a significant meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping in San Francisco.
We delve into the a Gaza hospital and the truth behind Hamas’ “de-facto headquarters.”
More internal dissent within the Biden administration over the White House’s strategy and decisions regarding the ongoing war.
In the Back of the Brief, we focus on a small town in Iceland as it braces for the potential impact of a volcanic eruption.
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Nov 14, 2023 • 10min
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | November 14th, 2023: Iranian Espionage & Ukraine's Winter Strategy
In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: A new report, delivered to President Biden and members of Congress, details Iran’s high-level influence and espionage operation within the U.S. government and the effect it's had on policies and public narratives concerning the regime. With winter fast approaching on the eastern front, we’ll take a look at both the challenges and opportunities it presents for Ukraine, and how their leadership plans to leverage the season to gain an upper hand on Russia in the war. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin. Email: PDB@TheFirstTV.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 14, 2023 • 16min
November 14th, 2023: Biden Backlash, Austin's Alert, & Disappearing Embassies
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:Tensions are rising within the White House, President Biden receives flak from his own administration over statements made concerning alleged war crimes in Gaza. US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin expresses concerns to Israel regarding its recent actions against Hezbollah and the rising tensions with Lebanon. The latest developments in the investigation into the sabotage of the Nord Stream pipeline — a story that's taken an unexpected turn. And in the Back of the Brief, explore the mystery of North Korea's global retreat as the country closes its embassies worldwide. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief.Email: PDB@TheFirstTV.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 13, 2023 • 10min
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | November 13th, 2023: Hospital Siege & Syrian Strikes
In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: Israel closes in on Al-Shifa Hospital, the largest medical facility in Gaza City, as intense fighting rages in the surrounding area. The hospital is believed to house large facilities and tunnel networks underneath that serve as an unofficial headquarters for Hamas leadership. U.S. escalates response to attacks on American troops in Iraq and Syria, striking two facilities in eastern Syria, likely killing or injuring several militants. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin. Email: PDB@TheFirstTV.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 13, 2023 • 21min
November 13th, 2023: Hamas's Hostages, Netanyahu's Red Line, and San Francisco's Sweep
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Major news regarding hundreds of hostages being held by Hamas and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's firm stance: no leadership role for the Palestinian Authority in Gaza post-conflict. China capitalizes on the Gaza war to advance its geopolitical ambitions. San Francisco's race against time for a citywide cleanup before Chinese President Xi Jinping's high-profile visit. In the Back of the Brief, the scandal enveloping New York City's Mayor as the FBI investigates whether his campaign accepted illegal foreign donations from Turkish entities. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. Email: PDB@TheFirstTV.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 12, 2023 • 11min
Special Weekend Edition: What Are Sleeper Cells?
On this Special Weekend Edition of the PDB, Mike Baker Speaks to First TV host Mike Slater about how our Intelligence Agencies Protect U.S. From Terror Threats. Plus, what exactly are sleeper cells?This interview was part of The First TV Special - America On Alert: Imminent ThreatWatch the full special here --> https://www.thefirsttv.com/america-on-alert-imminent-threat/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


