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 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.
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.
