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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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Sep 27, 2022 • 20min
September 27th, 2022. China Keeps Buying American Land Near Military Bases, Joe Biden's Team Doesn't Mind.
It’s September 27th. You’re listening to the President’s Daily Brief. Your morning intel starts now.------The White House said something remarkable last week about China buying farm-ground near sensitive military bases. Joe Biden’s spokesman dismissed the concern, calling it a “home ownership” issue unworthy of his time. So we’ll discuss that statement, explore the facts, and let you decide.As always, I’m keeping an eye out for developing stories. Put these two on your radar.First, the official price tag is out for the Biden Administration’s student loan forgiveness plan. I’ve got that number plus a reminder that most borrowers say they don’t need the assistance.Second, an update on the War in Ukraine — specifically whether Russian men are fleeing their country to avoid being forced into service.And, of course, we’ve got a listener’s question, today from Blaine in Nebraska, who wrote in wondering if he’s the only one worried about gas and groceries, not climate change.------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

Sep 26, 2022 • 21min
September 26th, 2022. New Nationwide Polls on Republican Efforts to Send Illegals to Sanctuary Cities.
It’s September 26th. You’re listening to the President’s Daily Brief. Your morning intel starts now.------We’ve got a lot of news to cover this Monday morning, so I’m bringing you a Big Five Update. Five critical updates on stories we’ve covered previously that are shaping America — and the world.First, we’ve got a bunch of new polls out on whether Americans support Republican efforts to send illegals to sanctuary cities. Second, gas and electricity prices are going up all across America and I’ll explain why.Third, a study out of California is showing that the sun doesn’t shine at night and that could be a problem for electric vehicles.Fourth, an update on the possible rail-road strike and how politics are likely shaping the final agreement.Lastly, if you celebrate Thanksgiving with a turkey, you’ll want to buy it sooner rather than later. I’ll explain why.Plus, a listener question about new-clear energy and why environmental activists oppose it. My answer might surprise you.------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

Sep 23, 2022 • 22min
September 23rd, 2022. Our Kids are Back in School, How Are They Doing? Europe Prepares for a Cold, Dark Winter.
It’s September 23rd. You’re listening to the President’s Daily Brief. Your morning intel starts now.------The nation’s kids are back in school It’s the first time for many since the COVID pandemic. So how are the kids doing, academically and socially? Well, as it turns out, not good. We’ll discuss that, plus what you and I can do to help. As always, I’m keeping an eye out for developing stories. Put this one on your radar.An update on the War of Attrition this morning. European nations are starting to realize how cold it’s going to get this winter without Russian natural gas. We’re going to talk about the latest measures they’re taking — from passing out blankets to taking out lightbulbs. And finally, the last thing before I let you go. We’re going to talk about a piece of advice I got from my favorite teacher years ago. And it is good.------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

Sep 22, 2022 • 20min
September 22nd, 2022. Russia Escalates War, Calls for More Troops.
It’s September 22nd. You’re listening to the President’s Daily Brief. Your morning intel starts now.------Russia has announced a major escalation in its War in Ukraine, with hundreds of thousands of new troops mobilized. I’ve got those details — plus three things that you should be watching for.As always, I’m keeping an eye out for developing stories. Put these two on your radar.First, some bad news for Dirty Green Energy. An industrial battery in California caught on fire, a highway shut down, people locked inside their homes. Some important lessons, coming up. Second, the Biden Administration committed $200M to Central American countries yesterday for humanitarian purposes. Bad timing, though: a former first lady in Honduras was just convicted for stealing the same.And finally, the last thing before I let you go. A listener question about another former US military general comparing conservatives in this country to Nazis. We’ll discuss it.------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

Sep 21, 2022 • 19min
September 21st, 2022. China Continues to Aid in Russia's War of Attrition. NYC to House Immigrants on Cruise Ships?
It’s September 21st. You’re listening to the President’s Daily Brief. Your morning intel starts now.------Welcome to a Big Five Update this morning. Five critical updates on stories we’ve covered previously that are shaping America — and the world.First, China is helping Russia in their War of Attrition by making some big purchases of Russian energy. I’ve got the latest.Second, an update on Dirty Green energy. A record price for Lithium means bad news for batteries.Third, a forecast on the cost of food for the next few years. Bottom line: you might want to start a garden.Fourth, the Middle Eastern country of Lebanon continues to fall apart. And you are paying to help put it back together.Finally, New York City is looking for a new place to house illegal migrants. They’re thinking about cruise ships.Plus, one more thing before I let you go. A listener commented that maybe an increase in arrests of illegals is actually a good thing.------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

Sep 20, 2022 • 21min
September 20th, 2022. The US Border Continues to Leak as Over 2 Million Have Illegally Crossed Border in the Last Year.
It’s September 20th. You’re listening to the President’s Daily Brief. Your morning intel starts now.------Illegal migration numbers are out for August and we have set a record. Over 2M illegals have crossed into America in the past 11 months. We’ll dive into what that means and what we might do about it.As always, I’m keeping an eye out for developing stories. Put these two on your radar.First, the Pentagon is considering a new plan to keep tabs on Afghanistan. We’ll swap planes for spies. Second, another warning out of Europe that the lights might go off this winter. This time it’s a warning from Finland.And finally, the last thing before I let you go. A question today about Joe Biden and his assessment on Sunday that the COVID pandemic is over.------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

Sep 19, 2022 • 20min
September 19th, 2022. China Operating in Mexico to Avoid Tariffs. Is Ukraine Getting Too Much Help?
It’s September 19th. You’re listening to the President’s Daily Brief. Your morning intel starts now.------China is using an industrial park in Mexico to cheat their way into the American marketplace. And probably to set up a den of spies. I’ll explain what we know.As always, I’m keeping an eye out for developing stories. Put these two on your radar.First, a Wheat War update. We’ve got some cranky farmers in Europe, claiming Ukraine’s wheat and corn are flooding their market — not poor countries abroad.Second, you’ve probably seen the headlines about Martha’s Vineyard and the immigration debate. We’ve got a fresh poll out that shows whether the American people support what the Republicans are doing.And finally, the last thing before I let you go. Some advice for my East Coast listeners: you might want to fill up your gas tank. I’ll explain why.------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

Sep 16, 2022 • 18min
September 16th, 2022. Railroad Strike Avoided, For Now. Biden to Give $3.5b Back to Afghanistan. A Medication for Autism?
It’s September 16th. You’re listening to the President’s Daily Brief. Your morning intel starts now.------Welcome to a Big Five Update this morning. Five critical updates on stories we’ve covered previously that are shaping America — and the world.First, we’ve got an update on the potential rail-road strike some good news but not as much as some politicians might have you believe. Second, Joe Biden has decided that Afghanistan is going to get the $3.5B that was frozen in a bank in New York.Third, we have additional reports of people in the country of Lebanon robbing banks to get their own money.Fourth, some good news on inflation, especially if you’re looking to buy a car.Finally, a potential treatment option for people with Autism. It’s a very hopeful piece of news.Plus, one more thing before I let you go. Mike in Colorado Springs wants to know, “Why isn’t Russia using cyber attacks against America or Europe?” That’s coming up.------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

Sep 15, 2022 • 24min
September 15th, 2022. Dirty Green Energy: Part 4 of an Exploration Into the Corrupt and Dishonest Nature of Green Energy.
It’s September 15th. You’re listening to the President’s Daily Brief. Your morning intel starts now.------We’ve got the final brief today on Dirty Green — that’s this week’s series on whether renewable energy is as green as proponents say or, instead, if it’s full of dirty secrets. Today we’re talking batteries. And I mean everything from the refiners, the manufacturers, and what happens when these specialized batteries stop working. Here’s a hint: they’re starting fires and causing over a $1B dollars in damages. That’s coming up.As always, I’m keeping an eye out for developing stories. Put this one on your radar.The pending rail-road strike is one day closer to happening. It’s an hour by hour cliff hanger, and I’ve got the latest, including how Queen Elizabeth’s funeral could throw a monkey wrench into solving the crisis.------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

Sep 14, 2022 • 25min
September 14th, 2022. Dirty Green Energy: Part 3 of an Exploration Into the Corrupt and Dishonest Nature of Green Energy.
It’s September 14th. You’re listening to the President’s Daily Brief. Your morning intel starts now.------Joe Biden is slated to be in Michigan today, celebrating electric vehicles and green energy. But what he probably won’t be celebrating are all the Dirty Green secrets buried inside those cars, secrets that the PDB is sharing all this week.Today we’re talking about perhaps the dirtiest secret of all: mining for the minerals that go into the batteries that fuel the dirty green revolution. That’s coming up.As always, I’m keeping an eye out for developing stories. Put this one on your radar.We’ve got a potential rail-road strike to talk about, and it could make our bad inflation much, much worse.And finally, the last thing before I let you go. A personal message about the ads you hear on the PDB, and what they say about me.------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


