The Wright Report

Bryan Dean Wright
The Wright Report

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. 8H AGO

    26 MAR 2025: Day Two of the Yemen Leak: Fight over Classified // Leak Reactions from Europe // Global News: Venezuela, Gaza, Ukraine, Ecuador, Medical

    Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he breaks down today’s biggest stories shaping America and the world. Day Two of the Yemen Leak Fallout – Trump defends his national security team after a staffer accidentally added a journalist to a sensitive Signal chat discussing strikes on the Houthis. The White House insists no classified information was shared, while debate brews over what counts as “classified.” Europe Responds to “Freeloader” Remarks – European leaders express frustration after leaked texts revealed VP JD Vance criticizing Europe’s military weakness. Some EU officials admit Trump’s tough rhetoric is pushing them toward real NATO spending. Trump’s “Secondary Tariffs” Strategy Squeezes China and Venezuela – A creative new tariff tool targets nations that buy sanctioned oil from Venezuela, prompting China to back off and putting economic pressure on both Maduro and Cuba. Protests in Gaza: Palestinians Call on Hamas to Step Down – In a rare show of public defiance, Gazans march against Hamas and demand peace, as Israeli forces continue their offensive and Trump’s “clean-out” strategy takes shape. Tentative Ukraine Peace Framework Emerges – U.S., Russian, and Ukrainian officials agree to limited deals on Black Sea trade and protection of energy facilities, with hopes for broader peace by late April. Ecuador Offers U.S. Military a Base – With support from Trump ally Erik Prince, Ecuador’s president wants to reestablish a U.S. base to counter Chinese influence and bolster regional security—pending a key election in April. Baldness Breakthrough from California – UCLA researchers discover a molecule (PP405) that reactivates dormant hair follicles, showing promise in reversing years of baldness with commercial rollout likely in a few years. Get the facts, the analysis, and the truth—only on The Wright Report. "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32

    28 min
  2. 2D AGO

    24 MAR 2025: Deep State Leaks - Musk, Venezuela, and the Plan to Stop Trump // Global News: Gulf of America, War in Israel, Chinese Robots and Farming

    Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he breaks down today’s biggest stories shaping America and the world. Leakers Target Trump from Inside the Intel Community – Two major classified leaks to the New York Times aim to undermine Trump’s use of the Alien Enemies Act and his meeting with Elon Musk. The DOJ and Pentagon launch polygraph investigations. Trump-Venezuela Deportation Agreement Finalized – Mass deportations resume for over 500,000 migrants protected under Biden’s humanitarian parole program, sparking outrage from left-wing mayors and activists. U.S. Navy Deploys Destroyers to Combat Cartels – USS Gravely and USS Spruance are deployed to intercept cartel drug, human trafficking, and illegal fishing operations in the Gulf of Mexico and Pacific. Two Aircraft Carriers Now in Middle East Waters – The USS Carl Vinson joins the USS Harry Truman strike group as Israel ramps up Gaza operations and begins a controversial Palestinian “relocation” plan. Israel’s Gaza Strategy Escalates – Netanyahu signals permanent troop presence in Gaza, urges Palestinians to leave voluntarily, and fends off internal scandal and opposition over alleged Qatari influence. China’s New Warfront: Space and Sea – China unveils space “dogfighting” satellites and deep-sea cable-cutting robots that could cripple global communications and internet access. The U.S. Space Force is preparing its countermeasures. Farmers vs. Space Wars: A Warning from Israel – GPS jamming due to military defense in Israel has disrupted AI-driven agriculture, forcing a return to old-school farming—and offering a stark preview of what could happen globally if satellites go down. Coming This Week: Socialist Power Plays, Radical Policies, and Global Flashpoints – Expect coverage on AOC and Bernie’s national tour, Boston’s immigration scandal, California’s fiscal collapse, Romania’s election turmoil, and Ecuador’s military base offer to Trump. Get the facts, the analysis, and the truth—only on The Wright Report. "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32

    32 min
  3. 5D AGO

    21 MAR 2025: Headline Brief: Trump vs. Democrats and Presidential Power // Tease of Global and Medical News

    Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he breaks down today’s top stories shaping America and the world in Friday’s Headline Brief—heavy on news, light on analysis. U.S. Housing Market Beats Expectations – Existing home sales jump 4.2% as Americans adapt to higher mortgage rates and more inventory hits the market. Costco and Walmart Pressure Chinese Suppliers – American retailers demand price cuts to offset Trump’s tariffs, leaving Chinese manufacturers scrambling. Factories and Mining Sector Show Strong Growth – Manufacturing output climbs as carmakers and mining operations ramp up production ahead of trade policy shifts. Military Reinforcements at the Southern Border – The U.S. Army and Navy deploy advanced radar systems and a destroyer, while $70M is awarded for new wall construction. Trump’s Message to Illegal Migrants: “We Will Hunt You Down” – A $200M global ad campaign warns against unlawful entry as Trump pushes for stricter visa controls. New York Supreme Court Blocks Non-Citizen Voting – City law allowing illegal immigrants to vote in local elections struck down as unconstitutional. Trump Targets Department of Education – Executive order sets stage to dismantle the DOE by slashing jobs and decentralizing authority back to the states. Showdown with Judge Boasberg Over Deportations Escalates – Trump’s DOJ accused of contempt in deporting Venezuelan gang members, setting up a legal clash. Georgetown Professor with Hamas Ties Faces Deportation – Bader Khan Suri detained, with potential for wife’s citizenship to be revoked if naturalization fraud is proven. French Scientist Denied Entry for Anti-Trump Texts – Visa revoked over violent messages, raising diplomatic tensions. Trump Fires FTC Commissioners, Challenges 1935 Supreme Court Ruling – Legal fight brewing over the president’s authority to remove “independent” federal officials. Leftist Violence Escalates Against Tesla – DOJ investigates nationwide attacks by Antifa-aligned groups in growing “TakeDownTesla” movement. Trump’s Critics Barricade Peace Institute Building – Ousted staffers call the police and block entry after being fired, as a judge reluctantly acknowledges Trump’s authority. Democrat Infighting Intensifies – Party leaders like Schumer face internal backlash, while AOC and Bernie Sanders rise in popularity among Democrats. Coming Next Week: Global Flashpoints and Medical Breakthroughs – Canada’s snap election, a Gaza escalation, Ukraine minerals standoff, a critical antimony shortage, and new health science on fever, gut health, and baldness. Get the facts, the analysis, and the truth—only on The Wright Report. "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32

    25 min
  4. 6D AGO

    20 MAR 2025: Map Day - Iran, UAE, Sudan, Congo, Zambia, West Africa, Kiribati, Argentina, Austria

    Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he breaks down today’s biggest stories shaping America and the world. Trump Gives Iran an Ultimatum: Two Months to Avoid War – A letter delivered to Iran’s leadership warns that if nuclear weapons development doesn’t stop, the U.S. and Israel will take military action by mid-May. Geo-Engineering the Weather: UAE’s AI-Powered Rainmaking – The Emirates partner with UC San Diego to use AI-driven cloud seeding, despite past flooding disasters. Congo’s $20 Trillion Offer to Trump – The Congolese government proposes U.S. military support against rebels in exchange for vast mineral rights, tying into Trump’s Sovereign Wealth Fund plans. China’s Deep-Sea Mining Deal in the Pacific – Kiribati hands over its seabed resources to Beijing, strengthening China’s hold in the region as the U.S. watches its strategic position weaken. Zambia’s Water Crisis: Chinese Mining Disaster Poisons Vital River – A massive acid spill from a Chinese-run mine devastates Zambia’s main water source, sparking anti-China backlash. Sudan’s Civil War Threatens Global Soda Supply – Fighting in Sudan puts the world’s largest gum arabic supply—crucial for Coca-Cola and food production—at risk. West Africa’s Cocoa Crisis and Rising Chocolate Prices – Old trees, soil disease, and Islamic insurgents threaten global cocoa supplies, driving investment into new plantations in Nigeria. China’s Fishing Fleet Overwhelms Argentina’s Waters – Hundreds of Chinese ships deplete South American fisheries, while Argentina struggles to police international waters. France and Germany Discuss Shared Nuclear Defense – Macron signals willingness to extend France’s nuclear umbrella over Germany, reshaping NATO’s balance of power. New Study: Looking at Nature Reduces Pain – Austrian researchers find that simply viewing nature alters brain activity, reducing pain perception—offering a natural alternative to medication. Get the facts, the analysis, and the truth—only on The Wright Report. "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32

    28 min
  5. MAR 19

    19 MAR 2025: JFK Files // Supreme Court Headaches // Partisan Judges // Border Numbers // Global News: Gaza & Europe

    Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he breaks down today’s biggest stories shaping America and the world. Breaking: JFK Files Released – The Trump administration publishes the final 2% of classified Kennedy assassination documents, raising new questions about the CIA’s role in Mexico City. Chief Justice Roberts Clashes with Trump Over Deportation Case – Roberts condemns Trump’s push to impeach an Obama-appointed judge who blocked deportations of Venezuelan gang members. The White House refuses to back down. Three Federal Judges Block Trump Policies – Rulings stall efforts to dissolve USAID, reinstate mass firings of federal workers, and maintain a transgender military ban. Immigration Activists Now Targeting ICE Agents – Leftist groups patrol Los Angeles to identify and track ICE officers, raising security concerns for federal law enforcement. Border Crossings Plummet Under Trump – New data reveals a historic drop in illegal immigration, with crossings down to just 200 per day from 4,400 per day under Biden. Israel Resumes War in Gaza – Netanyahu and Trump end the ceasefire after Hamas refuses to release hostages. Bombing campaigns intensify as tensions rise across the region. Trump and Putin Hold High-Stakes Ukraine Peace Talks – The two leaders discuss ceasefire terms, Ukrainian energy assets, and Russia’s frozen $300B. Moscow appears unwilling to compromise. Germany Moves Toward Massive Deficit Spending – Lawmakers push a nearly $1T spending package, raising concerns about European fiscal stability and U.S. bond markets. France Offers Its Nuclear Arsenal to Germany – Macron signals readiness to extend France’s nuclear umbrella to Germany and other NATO allies amid Russian threats. Get the facts, the analysis, and the truth—only on The Wright Report. "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32

    29 min
  6. MAR 18

    18 MAR 2025: The Curious Case of Dr. Rasha Alawieh // Pres. Trump Targets Islamists // Biden’s Autopen // Global News: Ukraine, Yemen, Panama

    Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he breaks down today’s biggest stories shaping America and the world. Trump Administration Deports Lebanese Doctor with Hezbollah Ties – Dr. Rasha Alawieh, a Rhode Island physician, is sent back to Lebanon after CBP discovers ties to Hezbollah and Iran’s Supreme Leader. Democrats rage, but her own lawyers drop the case. DOJ Task Force Targets Islamic Radicals in the U.S. – A newly launched initiative will go after Hamas-linked operatives, Hezbollah financiers, and individuals involved in antisemitic hate crimes. Biden’s Auto-Pen Scandal Expands: Are His Pardons Nullified? – Trump declares all Biden-era pardons void, citing cognitive decline and constitutional concerns. Legal battles loom over the legitimacy of presidential signatures. Severe Weather in the Midwest: Wildfires and Tornado Threats – Strong winds, fires, and extreme weather conditions continue to devastate Texas, Oklahoma, and surrounding states, with more to come. Trump and Putin Set for High-Stakes Call on Ukraine Peace Deal – The two leaders will discuss ceasefire terms, power plant control, and the fate of $300B in frozen Russian assets. Trump Launches Airstrikes on Houthis, Warns Iran – The U.S. military intensifies attacks in Yemen, with Trump warning Tehran that any further Houthi aggression will be seen as an Iranian act of war. China Furious Over Panama Canal Port Deal – Beijing sends officials to Panama to challenge the sale of canal ports to U.S.-backed BlackRock, calling it a betrayal of Chinese interests. Ukraine’s Battlefield Collapse in Kursk Region – Russian forces inflict heavy losses on retreating Ukrainian troops, adding urgency to Trump’s peace negotiations. European Dependence on U.S. Military Grows – Spain resists NATO spending demands, and Germany struggles to modernize its armed forces despite looming security threats. Get the facts, the analysis, and the truth—only on The Wright Report. "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32

    29 min
  7. MAR 17

    17 MAR 2025: Trump Deports Venezuelans, Democrats Rage // Trump Deports Islamists, More Dem Rage // Fresh Econ Numbers and Tariff War Updates // Monday Tease

    Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he breaks down today’s biggest stories shaping America and the world. Trump Defies Court Order, Deports Venezuelan Gang Members – The White House invokes the Alien Enemies Act of 1798, bypassing judicial review and sending 238 illegal immigrants to El Salvador’s maximum-security prison. Democrats call it a constitutional crisis. DHS Cracks Down on Islamist Agitators at Universities – More foreign students arrested at Columbia University as the administration targets pro-Palestinian activists overstaying visas. Polling shows Democrats losing ground while Socialist candidates like AOC gain traction. U.S. Economy: Warning Signs for Consumer Spending – Data shows high-income Americans cutting back on luxury purchases, while Walmart and Dollar Store see middle-class shoppers buying smaller sizes and cheaper goods. Trump Tariffs Spark Industry Shifts – U.S. steel and aluminum producers see increased demand, toy manufacturers expand domestic production, and retailers scramble to adjust supply chains. JD Vance in Michigan: “Build in America or Be Penalized” – The Vice President defends Trump’s economic policies, as Michigan Democrats protest and business leaders call for stability in tariff policy. Bill Maher’s Wake-Up Call on Tariffs – The liberal commentator questions his party’s rejection of Trump’s economic nationalism, highlighting the impact of cheap foreign labor. Panama Canal Tensions Rise – Trump orders the Pentagon to prepare options for U.S. control of the canal as China protests the BlackRock port takeover. Putin’s Response to Trump’s Ukraine Peace Deal – The Russian president signals interest but demands further negotiations, raising questions about NATO’s future role. Europe’s Defense Struggles Continue – Spain refuses to increase military spending, while Germany’s armed forces face massive readiness challenges. Medical Breakthroughs: Aspirin’s Role in Cancer Treatment – New UK research shows how aspirin may help prevent metastatic cancer by boosting immune response. Trump’s Monday Tease: What’s Coming This Week – Updates on U.S. airstrikes in Yemen, China’s growing frustration over Panama, African resource conflicts, and surprising new health studies on pain management, gut microbiome, and fluoride. Get the facts, the analysis, and the truth—only on The Wright Report. "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32

    32 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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