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.
Episodes
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Jun 19, 2024 • 12min
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | June 19th, 2024: US-Israel Relations Hit New Low & Putin Targets NATO's Newest Members
US-Israel relations hit a new low after accusations of military aid withholding. Putin targets NATO's newest members, Sweden and Finland. Discussion on supply chain issues and emergency medication kits. Tensions rise as Russian aircraft violate Swedish and Finnish airspace.
Jun 19, 2024 • 18min
June 19th, 2024: Iran’s Nuclear Countdown, South China Sea Collision, & Putin in Pyongyang
Iran's nuclear program raises concerns, South China Sea clash escalates tensions, Putin's visit to Pyongyang incites geopolitical dynamics. Also, Russia's damaged submarine highlights maintenance challenges.
Jun 18, 2024 • 13min
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | June 18th, 2024: Biden's Latest Amnesty Gambit & NATO's Collective Defense Against Russia
President Biden's amnesty plan for half a million illegal immigrants, NATO countries increasing defense spending against Russia, US immigration crisis, NATO's response to Russia, medication shortages preparedness, and analysis of defense spending and military expenditures.
Jun 18, 2024 • 19min
June 18th, 2024: Hamas Leadership’s Strategy, Xi’s Invasion Concerns, & ICE Case Overload
On this episode, they discuss Hamas leadership's belief in winning, Xi Jinping's fear of US provocation, and NATO's nuclear weapon deployment. The ICE case overload at the southern border is also highlighted, with over 7 million cases being handled without detainment.
Jun 17, 2024 • 12min
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | June 17th, 2024: Netanyahu Dissolves War Cabinet & A Look At Global Nuclear Proliferation
Former Prime Minister of Israel, Benjamin Netanyahu, discusses dissolving the war cabinet and nuclear proliferation. Topics include global conflicts, China and Russia's nuclear activity, and Netanyahu's military strategy post-Gaza.
Jun 17, 2024 • 18min
June 17th, 2024: Ukraine Peace Efforts, Deadly Day in Gaza, & an ‘Unmanned Hellscape’
Putin's peace demands for Ukraine face global scrutiny as 80 nations support Ukraine's sovereignty. Gaza sees deadliest day for Israel as IDF declares tactical pause. Taiwan Strait tensions rise with warnings of an 'unmanned hellscape'. Russian prison hostage crisis and ISIS link revealed.
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Jun 15, 2024 • 55min
PDB Situation Report | June 15, 2024: Russia's Stalled Offensive & Taiwan Strait Showdown
Retired Lt. Col. Shaffer discusses Russia's offensive in Kharkiv hitting a wall. Author Alperovitch analyzes China's Taiwan Strait wargames. The rise of Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua in the US is explored. The podcast dives into potential conflicts and global implications.
Jun 14, 2024 • 12min
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | June 14th, 2024: Hostage Horrors In Gaza & Putin's Ceasefire Demands In Ukraine
This episode covers the harrowing situation of Israeli hostages in Gaza, including unknown fate and demands from Hamas. It also delves into Putin's controversial ceasefire demands for Ukraine, criticized as unreasonable. Additionally, it explores upcoming peace talks in Switzerland.
Jun 14, 2024 • 21min
June 14th, 2024: Anger Mounts Against Hamas In Gaza, Russia Indicts WSJ Journalist For Espionage, & Terror Threats Rise Ahead Of Paris Olympics
The podcast discusses Israel advancing into Rafah, anger towards Hamas in Gaza, Iran's uranium-enrichment expansion, Russia's indictment of a journalist, and France preparing for security threats at the Paris Olympics.
Jun 13, 2024 • 11min
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | June 13th, 2024: Financial Panic Hits Russia & Biden Commits To 10-Year Security Pact With Ukraine
US imposes sanctions on Russia causing financial panic, possible shift to Chinese Yuan. Biden commits to 10-year security pact with Ukraine, offering military aid without troop deployment. Discussion on life insurance and the implications for future US administrations.
