The President's Daily Brief
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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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Jun 26, 2024 • 19min
June 26th, 2024: Terror in Dagestan, EU Expansion, & Netanyahu’s Draft Dilemma
The podcast covers a terror attack in Dagestan, EU expansion talks with Ukraine and Moldova, and Israel's draft dilemma. Kenyan officers sent to Haiti face violence at home.
Jun 25, 2024 • 12min
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | June 25th, 2024: Julian Assange Walks Free & International Arrest Warrants Mount Against Russia
WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange strikes deal for his release after 14 years of legal battles. International arrest warrants issued for Russian military officials by the International Criminal Court for actions in Ukraine. Show covers Assange's journey to freedom and the controversy surrounding his actions as WikiLeaks editor.
Jun 25, 2024 • 20min
June 25th, 2024: Gaza Operations Slowdown, UN Lawsuit, & Crimea Missile Strike
Prime Minister Netanyahu announces Gaza combat slowdown; Victims sue UN for aiding Hamas; Kremlin criticizes US for missile strike in Crimea; Back of the Brief covers Haiti peacekeepers deployment
Jun 24, 2024 • 10min
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | June 24th, 2024: Coordinated Terror Attacks In Russia & The Saudi Arabia 9/11 Video Revelation
Terror attacks in Russia by suspected Islamic gunmen, with connections to Ukraine and NATO. New video reveals a Saudi man surveilling DC landmarks before 9/11, raising questions about Saudi involvement. Controversial footage implicates Saudi government officials in 9/11 attacks.
Jun 24, 2024 • 19min
June 24th, 2024: Putin’s Nuclear Warning, Deadly Missile Exchange, & Columbia's Antisemitism Scandal
Explore Putin's nuclear warning and Russia's triad, deadly missile exchange in Ukraine, Columbia's anti-Semitism scandal, and Iran's upcoming election with absentee voting in the US.
Jun 22, 2024 • 54min
PDB Situation Report | June 22, 2024: Israel-Hezbollah Clash & US Demonstrations Funding Revealed
David Daoud discusses Hezbollah motives, while Julio Rosas reveals US protest funding. Plus, insights on Israel-Hezbollah tensions, Hamas ceasefire talks, and security prep for Paris Olympics.
Jun 21, 2024 • 11min
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | June 21st, 2024: US Policy Shift on Ukraine Strikes, & US-China Anti-Narcotics Talks
US policy shift allows Ukrainian forces to strike inside Russia, US-China hold anti-narcotics talks to combat fentanyl crisis
Jun 21, 2024 • 15min
June 21st, 2024: The PDB Personnel Files: Vladimir Putin
The premier edition explores the life of Russia’s President Vladimir Putin, from his humble beginnings as a spy novel-obsessed youngster in Leningrad to the most powerful man in Russia. The podcast delves into his early life, career in intelligence, journey to the presidency, detailed profile, and his interests in judo, skiing, and wildlife conservation.
Jun 20, 2024 • 11min
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | June 20th, 2024: Fast-Tracking Missiles to Ukraine & Digital Chaos in US Auto Industry
The podcast discusses fast-tracking missile orders to Ukraine for air defense and a major cyberattack affecting US car dealerships, highlighting the threat of digital sabotage to the American economy.
Jun 20, 2024 • 19min
June 20th, 2024: Israel's War Alert, Red Sea Terror, & Ukraine's Grim Reports
Israel warns of potential war with Hezbollah over sensitive videos, Houthi militants terrorize Red Sea shipping, Ukrainian officials accuse Russian military of beheading prisoners. Putin and Kim Jong Un exchange gifts in Pyongyang.
