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 13, 2024 • 20min
June 13th, 2024: ISIS Threats In America, Israel On Brink Of War With Hezbollah, & Putin To Visit North Korea
This podcast episode discusses ISIS threats in America, Israel's conflict with Hezbollah, US sending Patriot Missile Systems to Ukraine, and Putin's upcoming visit to North Korea. It also touches on security concerns, border risks, and escalating tensions in the Middle East.
Jun 12, 2024 • 12min
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | June 12, 2024: Hamas Dashes Ceasefire Hopes & Biden Eyes Putin's Frozen Assets In Europe
Ceasefire negotiations in Gaza stall as Hamas rejects US-backed proposal, Biden seeks to use frozen Russian assets to aid Ukraine. Division among US and European allies over loan proposal. Challenges in leveraging frozen assets for Ukraine loans discussed.
Jun 12, 2024 • 19min
June 12th, 2024: Hezbollah Tensions, Azov Arms, & Hunter Guilty
Israeli Defense Forces and Hezbollah tensions escalate, US warns against war. Ukraine's Azov Brigade cleared for American weapons. Violent Venezuelan gang Trento Aragua makes presence in the US. President Biden's son Hunter convicted in federal gun trial.
Jun 11, 2024 • 12min
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | June 11th, 2024: Ceasefire Hopes Rekindled & Russian Warships In The Caribbean
Hamas accepts UN ceasefire while Israel remains hesitant. Russian warships, including a submarine, head to the Caribbean for military drills. Pentagon leaders unconcerned. Ceasefire negotiations and Tunnel to Towers Foundation initiatives discussed.
Jun 11, 2024 • 20min
June 11th, 2024: Stalled Offensive, Mass Migrant Release, & Iran’s Election Drama
In this podcast, they discuss Putin's failed offensive in Ukraine, potential negotiations for American hostages held by Hamas, leaked memo about releasing migrants into the US, and Iran's controversial presidential elections. It's a jam-packed episode full of international intrigue and political drama.
Jun 10, 2024 • 13min
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | June 10th, 2024: Israel's Daring Hostage Rescue & Populists Clean Up In Historic EU Elections
An update on Israel's daring hostage rescue reveals hostages held in a journalist's home. Right-wing populists make historic gains in EU elections, challenging ruling parties and EU leaders' agendas in Brussels.
Jun 10, 2024 • 19min
June 10th, 2024: Hostage Rescue, Israeli Government Fractures, & Poland-Belarus Tensions
The podcast discusses a daring IDF operation to rescue hostages in Gaza, Israeli government fractures as Benny Gantz departs, tensions rise at the Poland-Belarus border, and anti-Israel protests in Washington DC involving a confrontational ranger incident.
Jun 8, 2024 • 56min
PDB Situation Report | June 8, 2024: Biden's Asylum Cap & Russia's Counter Space Weapon
Mark Krikorian discusses Biden's asylum cap at the border. Russia's 'Counter Space Weapon' threatening US satellites examined. Also, Iran's Supreme Leader backlash over backing Hamas attacks.
Jun 7, 2024 • 13min
PDB Afternoon Bulletin | June 7th, 2024: Houthi Escalation & Biden Apologizes To Zelensky
Houthi militants in Yemen escalate activity with new Iranian missile, Biden apologizes to Ukraine for delayed weapons shipments blamed on conservative members of Congress. Tensions rise in Middle East and Eastern Europe.
Jun 7, 2024 • 21min
June 7th, 2024: Biden Urges Israeli Restraint, Putin Threatens To Arm Western Adversaries, & The Balloon Wars Intensify On The Korean Peninsula
Topics discussed in the podcast include U.S. warning to Israel, Russian threats to arm western allies, U.S. bombing drill on the Korean peninsula, and the 'balloon wars' between North and South Korea. Tensions are escalating globally with the potential for wider conflicts.
