The Wright Report

Bryan Dean Wright

Former CIA Officer Bryan Dean Wright is back! The Wright Report is a morning news podcast, with updates from America and around the world. Bryan tracks down current events that others don't, and helps us understand why these developments are so important. Plus, he provides analysis based on his experiences as an Intelligence Officer, leaning on facts and data. As always, he leaves listeners with the ultimate decision of what to think about the issues -- and what we ought to do about them. The Wright Report is your morning news brief, available starting April 3rd at 7am Eastern, with reports each morning, Monday through Friday!

  1. VOR 15 STD.

    10 APR 2026: Good Pocketbook News! // Iran War Update and Fresh Intel on the Prospects of Peace // Dem Judges Strike Back on Immigration // U.S. Workers Sabotage A.I. To Keep Jobs, Sanity

    Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he dives into today's top stories shaping America and the world. In this Friday Headline Brief of The Wright Report, Bryan delivers fresh intelligence on the war with Iran, explaining why a ceasefire is holding for now, what role China is playing behind the scenes, and how a fragile peace could reshape the Middle East—especially as tensions between Israel and Hezbollah threaten to derail progress. He also breaks down a broader strategic vision emerging from the White House, including efforts to isolate Iran by securing peace between Israel and Lebanon, expanding regional alliances, and potentially redrawing energy routes that could weaken Tehran's long-term leverage. At the same time, Bryan reports rising frustration from President Trump toward European and Asian allies who have largely stayed on the sidelines, raising the possibility of a major shift in U.S. troop deployments abroad. On the domestic front, Bryan highlights encouraging economic signals, including strong job growth, manufacturing gains, and expected relief in gas prices, while also diving into escalating legal and political battles over immigration, birthright citizenship, and federal court authority. He closes with a look at a growing workplace trend: employees quietly sabotaging AI tools as concerns mount over productivity demands and job security in an increasingly automated economy.   "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32     Keywords: Iran ceasefire update 2026 China role Middle East peace, Israel Lebanon Hezbollah conflict Litani River strategy, Trump foreign policy troop withdrawal Europe Asia, Strait of Hormuz global energy crisis oil prices, US economy jobs report inflation gas prices April 2026, birthright citizenship Supreme Court debate polling, immigration policy federal judges Trump rulings, AI workplace sabotage Gen Z productivity concerns, Bryan Dean Wright podcast, The Wright Report

    38 Min.
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    08 APR 2026: Special Report: Peace With Iran // The Ceasefire, the Chinese, and Allegations of "The Madman" at the White House

    Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he dives into today's top stories shaping America and the world. In this Special War Update of The Wright Report, Bryan unpacks a surprising two-week ceasefire deal between the U.S. and Iran, including what both sides agreed to, why violations are already happening, and what this fragile pause could mean for a longer-term peace in the Middle East. He also reveals new reporting on how the ceasefire came together, including last-minute pressure from China and a deeper look at President Trump's strategy leading up to the war. Drawing on intelligence insights, Bryan explains why this conflict may not have been primarily about Iran at all, but instead about gaining leverage over China by targeting global oil flows and reshaping geopolitical power dynamics. Plus, Bryan breaks down the controversial "Madman Theory" approach to foreign policy, explaining how Trump's rhetoric and unpredictability may have been used to force concessions from both allies and adversaries. As critics call the strategy reckless, Bryan argues it may be a calculated attempt to strengthen America in a world where it faces growing competition from China.   "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32     Keywords: Iran ceasefire 2026 Trump peace deal analysis, Operation Epic Fury ceasefire violations Iran Israel, Strait of Hormuz negotiations control Iran oil routes, Trump Madman Theory foreign policy strategy, US China oil leverage strategy Iran war, Xi Jinping role Iran ceasefire negotiations, Middle East peace talks Pakistan JD Vance Witcoff Kushner, global oil supply geopolitics China US competition, Bryan Dean Wright podcast, The Wright Report

    38 Min.
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    07 APR 2026: Epic Fury: More Regime Leaders Killed, Child Soldiers Recruited, Chinese Intel Targets USMIL // Mystery of Dead or Missing U.S. Scientists // America Catches up on Hypersonics // Good Medical News!

    Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he dives into today's top stories shaping America and the world. In this episode of The Wright Report, Bryan covers major developments in Operation Epic Fury, including a devastating U.S. bunker-busting strike on Iranian leadership and alarming reports that China is helping Iran target American forces using AI and satellite data. He also explores a troubling pattern of missing and dead U.S. scientists tied to sensitive defense and space programs, raising questions about foreign espionage and potential retaliation by adversaries like China, Russia, and Iran. While much of the information remains low-confidence, Bryan argues there is "too much smoke" for there not to be a deeper story unfolding. Plus, Bryan shares encouraging news on America's progress in hypersonic missile technology with a new system called HAVOC that could help close the gap with China, and wraps with practical health insights on improving mood, losing weight through routine eating, and a promising stem cell therapy that may reverse age-related frailty.   "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32     Keywords: Operation Epic Fury Iran bunker strike IRGC 2026, China helping Iran target US troops AI satellite data, missing US scientists Pentagon NASA investigation, foreign espionage US labs China Russia Iran, HAVOC hypersonic missile US vs China, hypersonic weapons Navy killer technology, cold water therapy mood benefits, weight loss routine eating strategy, stem cell therapy frailty aging, Bryan Dean Wright podcast, The Wright Report

    27 Min.
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    06 APR 2026: Man Down! Miracle Rescue in Iran // Trump Renews War Threats // Immigration Shockers in CA, WI, FL, MD // Why Gas Prices Jump // Great U.S. Economic News!

    Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he dives into today's top stories shaping America and the world. In this Monday Headline Brief of The Wright Report, Bryan covers a dramatic weekend inside Iran, including a high-risk U.S. rescue mission behind enemy lines, escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, and new signals from the White House on what comes next in the war. He details the extraordinary recovery of two downed U.S. airmen in Iran, including a complex operation involving special forces, deception tactics, and reported CIA involvement that helped mislead Iranian forces during the rescue. Bryan also explains why this mission was both a tactical success and a psychological blow to the Iranian regime, while warning that the conflict is far from over as Iran continues attacks across the region and the U.S. weighs its next moves. On the domestic front, Bryan highlights a series of immigration-related arrests tied to national security concerns, including individuals with alleged ties to Iran's leadership and extremist activity. He also breaks down the growing debate over birthright citizenship and deportation policies, alongside new economic data showing strong job growth but rising pressure from energy costs tied to the ongoing war.   "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32     Keywords: Operation Epic Fury Iran rescue mission CIA role, US airmen rescue Iran 2026, Strait of Hormuz shipping crisis oil prices, Trump Iran war escalation timeline, immigration arrests Iranian nationals US security, birthright citizenship Supreme Court debate 2026, US jobs report March 2026 economy growth, gas prices California diesel $8 gallon, Bryan Dean Wright podcast, The Wright Report

    35 Min.
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    02 APR 2026: Trump's War Speech: Key Takeaways // Artemis Rocket Shoots for the Moon… To Stop China

    Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he dives into today's top stories shaping America and the world. In this episode of The Wright Report, Bryan breaks down President Trump's national address on the war with Iran, offering unscripted analysis on what was said, what was true, and what may come next as the conflict enters a critical phase. He walks through Trump's claims of military success, including the destruction of Iran's navy, air force, and much of its missile and drone capabilities, while questioning the long-term strategy around Iran's nuclear program and the Strait of Hormuz. Bryan also explains what he sees as a high-risk "escalate to de-escalate" approach, where the U.S. pressures Europe and Gulf nations to step up or face the consequences, warning that "we've got two or three weeks of war yet to go… with more market turbulence" ahead. Then, Bryan pivots to space and explains why NASA's Artemis II mission is about far more than returning to the moon. At the center is the Shackleton crater, a resource-rich location that could serve as a launch point for Mars and a strategic stronghold in a growing space race with China. With Beijing refusing to sign international agreements and potentially eyeing control of the region, Bryan outlines the stakes, including the possibility of space-based weapons that could impact security here on Earth.   "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32     Keywords: Trump Iran speech analysis 2026, Strait of Hormuz crisis oil markets, Iran war escalation timeline US strategy, Artemis II mission NASA moon race China, Shackleton crater lunar base importance, space race US vs China 2026, space-based weapons satellite threat China, Bryan Dean Wright podcast, The Wright Report

    33 Min.
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    01 APR 2026: Listener Q&A! Trans Court Decision // Deciding Who's a Muslim vs. An Islamist // Antifa Disappears // No Kings Secret Agenda // Global: Trump Pulls Out of Iran War? / Ukraine Drones / Being a Spy

    Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he dives into today's top stories shaping America and the world. In this Listener Q&A episode of The Wright Report, Bryan answers your biggest questions on a sweeping set of domestic and global issues, including a major Supreme Court ruling on free speech and therapy practices, the real purpose behind "No Kings" protests, and what's actually happening with Antifa despite its lower profile in the headlines. He also tackles a deeper national security question on the difference between Islam and Islamism, warning about growing ideological tensions, and delivers a detailed forecast on what happens if the U.S. pulls back from conflict with Iran. From the likelihood of nuclear proliferation in the Middle East to shifting alliances between Gulf states and Israel, Bryan lays out what he sees as the next phase of global instability. Plus, Bryan explains how Ukraine built its drone capabilities largely in-house, shares fascinating behind-the-scenes insights from CIA tradecraft, and offers practical advice on how to build better conversations and connections using a core intelligence principle: "be interesting and be interested."   "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32     Keywords: Supreme Court Colorado therapist ruling 2026, free speech First Amendment therapy case, Islam vs Islamism national security debate, Antifa investigation DOJ FBI 2026, No Kings protests meaning voter turnout strategy, Trump Iran war analysis Middle East escalation, Ukraine drone development innovation, CIA tradecraft espionage tactics, Bryan Dean Wright podcast, The Wright Report

    47 Min.

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Former CIA Officer Bryan Dean Wright is back! The Wright Report is a morning news podcast, with updates from America and around the world. Bryan tracks down current events that others don't, and helps us understand why these developments are so important. Plus, he provides analysis based on his experiences as an Intelligence Officer, leaning on facts and data. As always, he leaves listeners with the ultimate decision of what to think about the issues -- and what we ought to do about them. The Wright Report is your morning news brief, available starting April 3rd at 7am Eastern, with reports each morning, Monday through Friday!

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