In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First, we’ll have the latest on the elusive ceasefire in Gaza, as reports indicate that a tentative agreement between Israel and Hamas is imminent after more than 15 months of fighting. Then, we’ll have a preview of the preparations being made to secure our nation’s capital for the upcoming inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump, which is expected to draw more than 250,000 visitors. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The...
Jan 14, 2025•12 min•Ep 709•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: The growing partnership between Russia and Iran, as the Islamic Republic engages in secret talks with Moscow to advance its nuclear ambitions. China's construction of five specialized amphibious assault barges and what analysts say about their potential use in a conflict over Taiwan. Optimism for a ceasefire between Hamas and Israel, with Israeli officials revealing key details of a deal under consideration. And in today’s Back of the Brief: The la...
Jan 14, 2025•20 min•Ep 708•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First, an update out of Iran, where the Islamic regime recently released footage of so-called underground “missile cities” and claimed they are ramping up weapons production as they prepare for the imminent return of Donald Trump to the White House. Then, we’ll have the latest on the elusive ceasefire in Gaza, as mediators report a potential breakthrough in negotiations that could see a deal finalized as early as this week. To listen to the show ad-...
Jan 13, 2025•14 min•Ep 707•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: We begin in Russia, where the diary of a dead North Korean soldier reveals the grim conditions faced by Pyongyang's troops on the front lines of Russia's war against Ukraine. Then, we explore the possibility of a ceasefire in Gaza, with reports that Israelis were surprised by Hamas's newfound flexibility in hostage negotiations. Plus, an update on Trump’s pursuit of Greenland, as Denmark reportedly reaches out to his team, signaling openness to enh...
Jan 13, 2025•23 min•Ep 706•Transcript available on Metacast In this special episode of The President’s Daily Brief, Mike Baker announces an exciting journey to the Middle East, where he’ll be trekking through the Arabian desert on camelback for the next few weeks. But don’t worry—the Brief isn’t taking a break. Mike Slater will be stepping in as your guest host, bringing you the same sharp analysis and global insights you’ve come to expect. Tune in to hear more about Baker’s adventure and what’s ahead for The Brief! Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...
Jan 12, 2025•5 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Situation Report: We begin with a surprising counter-offensive by Ukrainian forces in Russia's Kursk region, targeting critical supply lines and catching Moscow off guard. George Barros of the Institute for the Study of War joins us to break it all down. Then, we turn to the escalating political crisis in South Korea, where the nation’s impeached President has been barricaded in the presidential residence, defying arrest attempts amid allegations of insurrection follow...
Jan 11, 2025•59 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First, we’ll continue our coverage of the historic wildfires tearing through Los Angeles, as a weekend of calmer winds give residents their first glimmer of hope. Then, President-elect Donald Trump announced that a meeting is being set up between himself and Russian President Vladimir Putin to begin talks on ending the war in Ukraine. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting PDBPremium.com. Pl...
Jan 10, 2025•14 min•Ep 705•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: A top Iranian General accuses Russia of betrayal, alleging their jets bombed empty deserts while claiming strikes on Syrian rebels. The U.S. Military launches its first strikes of the year against Houthi targets in Yemen, focusing on an underground weapons storage facility. In Venezuela, opposition leaders rally for mass protests as Nicolás Maduro prepares for his third-term inauguration. And in today’s Back of the Brief: Mexico’s President pushes ...
Jan 10, 2025•23 min•Ep 704•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First, we’ll begin with an update on the devastating fires in Los Angeles, where firefighters are battling to contain massive blazes tearing through the city. Then, we’ll examine reports that Israeli government and security officials have been holding covert talks about the future of Syria, including an initiative for an international summit to break Syria up into different administrative divisions. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium me...
Jan 09, 2025•13 min•Ep 703•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: We’ll begin with an update on President-elect Donald Trump’s bombshell press conference on Tuesday, as world leaders react to his threats of American expansion through economic coercion and, potentially, military force. Later in the show, Russia’s troop losses in Ukraine just passed another grizzly milestone, as experts warn that Russia faces a “demographic timebomb” that could lead to a devastating population collapse. Plus, Iran, catastrophically...
Jan 09, 2025•24 min•Ep 702•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First, President-elect Donald Trump gave a wild press conference on Tuesday where he spoke about his intent to acquire Greenland and the Panama Canal, saying he would not rule out using military force to seize the territories. We’ll discuss the strategic importance of both areas, and why Trump is so focused on bringing them under American control. Then, multiple wildfires, fanned by hurricane force winds that show no signs of letting up, are tearing...
Jan 08, 2025•14 min•Ep 701•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: We begin in Syria, where the nation struggles to return to normalcy as Iran largely withdraws—marking a major setback for Tehran’s regional ambitions. Later, trouble for Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, whose approval ratings have plummeted to their lowest point since the Russian invasion began, fueling growing doubts among Ukrainians. Plus, the latest from South Korea, where rival government forces face off outside the presidential compound...
Jan 08, 2025•23 min•Ep 700•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First, we’ll look at Donald Trump’s plans for the Iranian regime, as Israeli officials say they are confidant the president-elect will back an IDF strike on Iran’s nuclear facilities, or even mount his own preemptive strike when he returns to office. Then, the Biden administration has announced the transfer of 11 Yemeni detainees from the Guantanamo Bay military prison to Oman for resettlement, including two prisoners who served as bodyguards for Os...
Jan 07, 2025•12 min•Ep 699•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Major news from Canada as Justin Trudeau announces his resignation as Prime Minister after nearly a decade in office. Updates from the Middle East: Israel negotiates a ceasefire with Hamas but warns its truce with Hezbollah may collapse. President Biden takes last-minute executive action, banning new drilling and oil and gas development across over 625 million acres of U.S. waters. And in today’s Back of the Brief: Secretary of State Antony Blinken...
Jan 07, 2025•23 min•Ep 698•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First, an update on the ISIS-inspired New Orleans terror attack, as the FBI releases video recordings from the killer that show him surveying the site of the attack some two months before his murderous rampage. Then, we’ll turn to North Korea, where Kim Jong Un is kicking off the new year with a test of an intermediate-range ballistic missile with suspected hypersonic capabilities. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The Presid...
Jan 06, 2025•12 min•Ep 697•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Reports of a surprise Ukrainian offensive in Russia's Kursk region following months of pressure from Russian and North Korean forces. More undersea sabotage: a telecommunications cable off Taiwan’s coast has been damaged, just days after similar accusations against Russia in the Baltic Sea. An update from Haiti, where international forces are working to maintain order as gangs attack the nation’s already struggling healthcare sector. And in today’s...
Jan 06, 2025•21 min•Ep 696•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Situation Report: We begin with a deadly New Year's Day, where two separate incidents over 1,700 miles apart have raised alarm about potential terrorism on U.S. soil. Retired FBI senior agent Kurt Pipel shares his expert analysis on these attacks and the investigations that are underway. Later, we delve into Xi Jinping's New Year's message, where he addressed China's economic hurdles and reinforced his aggressive stance on Taiwan. Author and China expert Gordon Chang j...
Jan 04, 2025•1 hr 6 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: We start with the shocking revelations about Matthew Alan Livelsberger, the man behind Wednesday’s Cybertruck bombing outside Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas. What investigators have uncovered so far. Then, reports of a mass desertion from a western-trained Ukrainian brigade. Hundreds of soldiers reportedly went AWOL before seeing combat. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting PDBPrem...
Jan 03, 2025•11 min•Ep 695•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: We’ll begin with an update on the ISIS inspired terror attack in New Orleans, as details emerge regarding the background and potential motivations of the U.S. Army veteran turned terrorist who killed 14 and injured more than 30 in the New Year’s day rampage. Later in the show, Russia’s last major gas pipeline to Europe has been officially shut down, marking an end to Moscow’s decades long energy dominance over the continent. Plus, Israel has reveal...
Jan 03, 2025•23 min•Ep 694•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: We’ll begin with the tragic New Year’s day terror attack in New Orleans, where a U.S. Army veteran flying an ISIS flag from a pickup truck drove through a crowd of revelers, killing 14 and injuring 30. Then, we’ll turn to another potential act of terror in Las Vegas, where a Tesla Cybertruck exploded outside the Trump International Hotel Las Vegas on New Year’s day, killing one and injuring seven. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium memb...
Jan 02, 2025•12 min•Ep 693•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: First, we'll have a preview of the domestic challenges facing Russian strongman Vladimir Putin in 2025, namely Russia’s floundering economy, which is teetering on the brink as the Kremlin continues to pour resources into their war on Ukraine. Later in the show, we’ll unpack Chinese President Xi Jinping’s annual New Year's address, in which he attempted to shore up confidence regarding Beijing’s struggling economy, while warning that no one can stop...
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Jan 01, 2025•7 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First, state-backed Chinese hackers have executed another major breach of sensitive U.S. networks, this time stealing a trove of documents from the U.S. Treasury Department. Then, we’ll look at the latest crackdown by the Taliban on woman in Afghanistan, part of their intensifying campaign to erase women from public life under their system of "gender apartheid." To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by...
Dec 31, 2024•13 min•Ep 691•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: The Kremlin has reportedly shot down key parts of a peace deal proposed by Donald Trump and his incoming administration. We’ll break down the details. In Gaza, hopes for a ceasefire and hostage deal have seemingly collapsed. Plus, Israel, for the first time, admits its role in the assassination of Hamas chief Ismael Haniyeh. And in today’s Back of the Brief: The return of Little Rocket Man! North Korea’s Kim Jong Un has announced plans to adopt str...
Dec 31, 2024•23 min•Ep 690•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First, senior NATO officials have issued a stark warning about the growing threat posed by the Kremlin’s “shadow war” against Ukraine’s western allies, which they say risks triggering a wider conflict. Then, Syria’s de facto leader announces it could be years before elections are held, dashing hopes for democracy in the war-torn nation. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting PDBPremium.com. ...
Dec 31, 2024•13 min•Ep 689•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: A deadly Azerbaijan Airlines crash prompts an apparent apology from Russian President Vladimir Putin—though he stops short of taking responsibility. Reports from Western Russia suggest North Korean troops are being deployed in human wave attacks, leading to mounting casualties on the battlefield. Escalating tensions between Afghanistan and Pakistan after Pakistani airstrikes spur Taliban retaliation, resulting in casualties on both sides. And in to...
Dec 30, 2024•20 min•Ep 688•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Situation Report: The Biden administration pledges a surge of weapons to Ukraine, doubling down on support as a new administration prepares to take over. Retired U.S. Army General Ben Hodges joins us to discuss the implications for Ukraine's fight and America's strategic role in the conflict. A deep dive into the deadly pipeline of fentanyl—tracing its path from China to Mexico to U.S. streets—and how it became the nation’s top killer. We’ll speak with Dr. Robert Marbu...
Dec 28, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: We’ll begin today with a potential act of sabotage by Moscow, as Finland seizes a Russian oil tanker suspected of severing undersea power and data cables on Christmas Day. Then, South Korea’s government descends further into chaos, as their parliament impeaches the current acting president, just two weeks after suspending President Yoon Suk Yeol’s powers over his highly controversial martial law declaration. To listen to the show ad-free, become a p...
Dec 28, 2024•14 min•Ep 687•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: First, with Iran’s Axis of Resistance in tatters across the Middle East, Israel is intensifying their focus on the Houthi militants of Yemen, unleashing their largest strikes against the terror group in more than a year of fighting on Thursday. Later in the show, following Vladimir Putin’s brutal Christmas Day attacks across Ukraine, President Joe Biden is pledging to use his final days in office to accelerate the delivery of critical weapons syste...
Dec 27, 2024•22 min•Ep 686•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First, we’ll look at the deadly crash of an Azerbaijan Airlines flight over Kazakhstan on Wednesday, as evidence mounts that it was likely caused by a Russian air defense system. Then, Pakistan is escalating their fight against the Pakistani Taliban in Afghanistan, unleashing a series of airstrikes that killed at least 46 people late Tuesday night. It’s just the latest incident to raise tensions with the Afghan Taliban government, who vowed retaliat...
Dec 26, 2024•12 min•Ep 685•Transcript available on Metacast 
