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.

  1. 5h ago

    PDB Afternoon Bulletin | October 21st, 2026: Putin Personally Ordered Attacks on NATO Countries & Turkey Prepares Saudi Deployment

    In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First up—U.S. intelligence reportedly believes Vladimir Putin personally ordered an escalating campaign of sabotage against NATO countries. A new investigation reveals how Russian operatives allegedly targeted military cargo aircraft at a German airport, along with a warning the Kremlin reportedly delivered that more attacks were coming. The revelations raise serious questions about Moscow's covert operations against America's European allies. Later in the show—Turkey is moving closer to deploying military personnel to Saudi Arabia to help defend the kingdom against Houthi missile and drone attacks. The proposed deployment comes as Ankara expands its military partnerships across the Middle East and Asia, including a new defense cooperation agreement with Qatar, Pakistan, and Indonesia. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President’s Daily Brief.  YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief MOD: For a free consultation and get 10% off your first order PLUS free shipping with promo code PDB at https://mod.com Kalshi: Trade What’s Next. Download Kalshi. Use code PDB to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi.  ZBiotics: Go to https://zbiotics.com/PDB and use PDB at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics. For advertising inquiries, please email Advertising@redseatventures.com

  2. 15h ago

    October 21st, 2026: Communist Groups and International Activists: Who's Driving France's Unrest?

    In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief: - First up—France is reeling from widespread riots, arson, and violent demonstrations as new investigations uncover a sprawling network of communist groups, radical-left organizations, and international activists helping mobilize the unrest. We'll examine who's behind the protests, the groups supporting them, and the questions surrounding their involvement in the violence. - Later in the show—Iranian officials acknowledge that Tehran is deliberately prolonging negotiations with Washington in hopes of weakening President Trump ahead of the November midterm elections. The strategy raises new questions about Iran's intentions and whether its leaders are more interested in political leverage than reaching a peace agreement. - Plus—New revelations in the suspected corporate espionage case at OpenAI. A former employee accused of secretly planting recording equipment inside a restricted conference room reportedly communicated with a member of the Saudi royal family, raising questions about possible foreign connections to the alleged surveillance operation. - And in today's Back of the Brief—The Supreme Court rejects an attempt by accused September 11th mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed to reinstate a plea agreement that would have spared him the death penalty, leaving the possibility of execution on the table more than 25 years after the attacks. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President’s Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief MOD: For a free consultation and get 10% off your first order PLUS free shipping with promo code PDB at https://mod.com Kalshi: Trade What’s Next. Download Kalshi. Use code PDB to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi.  ZBiotics: Go to https://zbiotics.com/PDB and use PDB at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics. For advertising inquiries, please email Advertising@redseatventures.com

  3. 1d ago

    PDB Afternoon Bulletin | October 20th, 2026: British Fighter Jets Enter the Fight Against The Houthis & China Sends Bombers Toward Taiwan

    In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First up—Britain is deploying RAF fighter jets to defend Saudi Arabia against escalating Houthi missile and drone attacks. The move comes as a devastating Houthi strike kills at least 73 soldiers in Yemen, raising questions about how deeply Western powers could become involved in the growing conflict. Later in the show—Nearly 60,000 American and Japanese troops launch major military exercises near Taiwan, deploying advanced anti-ship missiles and air-defense systems. The drills come as China expands its maritime patrols and sends nuclear-capable bombers toward the island, increasing tensions in the region. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President’s Daily Brief.  YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Wildgrain: Get $40 off your first box of artisanal bake-from-frozen sourdough and Free Croissants for Life at https://Wildgrain.com/PDB40 with code PDB40! iRestore: Unlock your best hair & skin with @iRestorelaser and HUGE savings on iRESTORE with code PDB at https://irestore.com/PDB ! #irestorepod QUO: Make this the season where no opportunity slips away. Try QUO for free PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://Quo.com/PDB For advertising inquiries, please email Advertising@redseatventures.com

  4. 1d ago

    October 20th, 2026: Trump–Zelensky Rift Deepens & Iran Tightens Hold Over Hormuz

    In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief: - First—Tensions between Washington and Kyiv are reaching new heights as President Zelensky accuses the U.S. of temporarily interrupting critical intelligence sharing. The Trump administration denies the allegation, while President Trump escalates his criticism of Zelensky's leadership. - Later in the show—Iran is tightening its grip on the Strait of Hormuz, with ships coming under attack and 6,000 sailors stranded. Tehran is also reviving demands President Trump has already rejected. I'll break down the mounting crisis. - Plus—Russian President Vladimir Putin is proposing talks with President Trump and China’s Xi Jinping to end the war in Ukraine, while leaving Kyiv out of the room. We’ll take a closer look at the Kremlin’s proposal and what Putin really wants. - And in today’s Back of the Brief—President Trump backs Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu for another term, warning that America would be left to finish the war against Iran alone if voters replace him. But will Trump's endorsement help Netanyahu secure the support he needs to stay in power? To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Wildgrain: Get $40 off your first box of artisanal bake-from-frozen sourdough and Free Croissants for Life at https://Wildgrain.com/PDB40 with code PDB40! iRestore: Unlock your best hair & skin with @iRestorelaser and HUGE savings on iRESTORE with code PDB at https://irestore.com/PDB ! #irestorepod QUO: Make this the season where no opportunity slips away. Try QUO for free PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://Quo.com/PDB For advertising inquiries, please email Advertising@redseatventures.com

  5. 2d ago

    PDB Afternoon Bulletin | October 19th, 2026: Iran Helping Direct Houthi Attacks & Romania Downs Drones as NATO Threats Mount

    In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:   First—Iran's role in the escalating war between Saudi Arabia and the Houthis may be far more extensive than previously understood. New reporting reveals Iranian military officers are helping direct deadly missile and drone attacks, while covert shipments are delivering weapons and personnel into Yemen. Later in the show—Romanian F-16s shoot down two suspected Russian drones inside the country's airspace, and officials believe they're among Moscow's newer, faster models. With incursions mounting and commercial ships coming under attack nearby, NATO faces growing pressure to strengthen its Black Sea defenses. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief BUBS Naturals: Live Better Longer with BUBS Naturals. For A limited time get 20% Off your entire order with code PDB at https://Bubsnaturals.com  Dose: Support your liver and daily energy with Dose for Your Liver—get 35% off your first month at https://dosedaily.co/PDB or use code PDB at checkout. Pendulum: Ditch the afternoon crashes and naturally curb your cravings with 48% off the doctor-recommended Pendulum Metabolic Daily at https://pendulumlife.com/PDB  For advertising inquiries, please email Advertising@redseatventures.com

  6. 2d ago

    October 19th, 2026: Europe Erupts in Riots & Trump Delays Russia Sanctions

    In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief: - First up—France suffers some of its worst unrest in years, with nearly 1,800 arrests, hundreds of injured police officers, and a historic town hall set ablaze. Violent demonstrations also erupt elsewhere in Europe, raising fresh concerns about political instability across the continent. - Later in the show—President Trump delays sweeping new sanctions against Russia just before they were scheduled to take effect, prompting criticism from lawmakers and questions about Washington's strategy for pressuring Vladimir Putin. - Plus—Egypt signals that it may enter the escalating conflict between Saudi Arabia and Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis, potentially drawing another major regional military into the fighting. - And in today's Back of the Brief—A Russian satellite maneuvers unusually close to an American-owned spacecraft supporting Ukraine's military, raising concerns about Moscow's intentions in orbit. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President’s Daily Brief.  YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief BUBS Naturals: Live Better Longer with BUBS Naturals. For A limited time get 20% Off your entire order with code PDB at https://Bubsnaturals.com Dose: Support your liver and daily energy with Dose for Your Liver—get 35% off your first month at https://dosedaily.co/PDB or use code PDB at checkout. Pendulum: Ditch the afternoon crashes and naturally curb your cravings with 48% off the doctor-recommended Pendulum Metabolic Daily at https://pendulumlife.com/PDB For advertising inquiries, please email Advertising@redseatventures.com

  7. 4d ago

    The PDB Situation Report | October 17th, 2026: Ukraine Is Taking the Fight to Russia's Critical Infrastructure & China's Growing Taiwan Threat

    In this episode of The PDB Situation Report: First up—Russia and Ukraine continue trading strikes against critical infrastructure as new questions emerge about American support for Kyiv. John Hardie, deputy director of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies’ Russia Program, joins us to discuss the latest developments and the direction of the war. Later in the show—China is increasing its military activity around Taiwan, raising concerns about Beijing’s intentions and the possibility of a confrontation. Steve Yates of the Heritage Foundation joins us to examine China's latest moves and what they could mean for Taiwan and the United States. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President’s Daily Brief.  YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Spring Sleep: Thanks to today’s sponsor, Spring Sleep: eXciteOSA is an FDA-cleared, prescription-only device for primary snoring and mild obstructive sleep apnea. Go to https://springsleep.com/PDB and unlock 20% off with the code PDB. MUD/WTR: Start your new morning ritual & get up to 43% off your @MUDWTR with code PDB at https://mudwtr.com/PDB  #mudwtrpod For advertising inquiries, please email Advertising@redseatventures.com

  8. 5d ago

    PDB Afternoon Bulletin | October 16th, 2026: Houthis Launch Deadly Attack on Yemen's Presidential Palace & Trump–Zelensky Feud Escalates

    In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:   First—The Houthis have struck Yemen's presidential palace complex in a deadly attack, even as Saudi-backed forces press their offensive against the rebels. We'll examine why Riyadh is still struggling to contain the Houthi threat, and how the violence is beginning to affect international businesses operating in the kingdom. Later in the show—President Trump is escalating his criticism of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky over Kyiv's renewed strikes on Russian oil facilities. Meanwhile, new reporting reveals that the order to restrict Ukraine's military satellite communications appears to have originated inside the White House. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President’s Daily Brief by visiting PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Sundays for Dogs: Upgrade your dog’s food without the hassle—try Sundays for Dogs and get 30% off your first order at https://sundaysfordogs.com/PDB or use code PDB at checkout. MOD: For a free consultation and get 10% off your first order PLUS free shipping with promo code PDB at https://mod.com  Quince: Refresh your wardrobe with timeless, high-quality pieces from Quince—go to https://Quince.com/PDB for free shipping and 365-day returns! For advertising inquiries, please email Advertising@redseatventures.com

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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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