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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 wh... more

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In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:

• Yesterday, President Trump suggested a deal with Iran could be just days away. Today, leaked details of that agreement are raising new questions about what both sides are actually prepared to accept... more

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:

• Three Indian sailors are dead after U.S. forces struck a commercial tanker in the Gulf of Oman, marking the first reported fatalities tied to Washington's blockade of Iran. We'll explain what happe... more

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:

• Just hours after threatening another round of strikes against Iran, President Trump abruptly called them off, claiming negotiators may be closing in on a deal. We break down what the White House is s... more

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:

• The United States launches a second consecutive night of strikes against Iran. We break down the latest operation and the growing evidence that this crisis began well before the downing of an America... more

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Recent Guests

Jamshid Gholmi
Technology executive charged in a sanctions case related to Iran
Faraz Pardaz Rayaneh (as described in the case)
Episode: June 4th, 2026: What Happened To Iran's Enriched Uranium?
Hal Kempfer
Retired Marine Corps intelligence officer, national security analyst
The Strat Podcast
Episode: PDB Situation Report | May 29th, 2026: U.S. And Iran Reach Draft Agreement & Cuba Feels The Squeeze
Christina Harward
Deputy Russia Team Lead for the Institute for the Study of War
Institute for the Study of War
Episode: PDB Afternoon Bulletin | May 22nd, 2026: How The Kremlin FAKED A Major Battlefield Victory & New Questions About Iran's Military Recovery
Steve Lance
Washington DC Bureau Chief and Chief Political Correspondent
NTD News
Episode: PDB Situation Report | May 16th, 2026: Hormuz Crisis Continues As Iran Retains Missile Power & Trump Meets With Xi Jinping
Joshua Philip
Senior investigative reporter for Epoch Times, guest for Situation Report
Epoch Times
Episode: PDB Afternoon Bulletin | May 8th, 2026: Strait Of Hormuz Erupts Again & Hantavirus Outbreak Raises Global Alarm
Mike Baker
Former CIA Operations Officer and host of The President's Daily Brief
The President's Daily Brief
Episode: PDB Special Bulletin | Baker & Slater: WHCD Shooting Raises Major Security Questions
Reuben Johnson
Director of the Asia Research Centre at the Casimir Pulaski Foundation; award-winning defense reporter
Casimir Pulaski Foundation
Episode: PDB Situation Report | May 2nd, 2026: EYEWITNESS ACCOUNT: Inside the DC Security Breach & Russia’s Economic Strain
Shamim Mafi
A 44-year-old legal US resident accused of brokering weapons deals for Iran
Iranian regime connections (as described by prosecutors)
Episode: PDB Afternoon Bulletin | April 23rd, 2026: How Close Is the U.S. to Running Out of Key Weapons? & Iran’s Secret U.S. Operative
Robert Joseph
Ambassador, former US Special Envoy for Nuclear Non-Proliferation
US State Department
Episode: PDB Situation Report | April 18th, 2026: U.S. Expands Blockade Of Iran & Russia Feeling the Strain

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Mike Baker
Host of the briefing-focused geopolitical program and its related segments; appears across multiple episodes.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 13k ratings
  • Balance

    Typical one sided view on world affairs.

    Seems more like an operation than a serious look at what’s happening and importantly, why it’s happening.

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    Troncycle
    Finland2 months ago
  • Arsenal of Democracy

    Detroit was the Arsenal of Democracy not America. Even though Detroit is in America

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Parker KJT
    United States2 months ago
  • Great news podcast on the day's events in the world. The host is informative and witty and doesn't lean heavily on his own opinions.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    p0dcaster1
    2 months ago
  • Propagandist

    Mike doesn’t realize how much of a propagandist or shill for Israel he is. He thinks he’s just being a good, “pragmatic”, American spy.

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    Ben Wineland
    United States2 months ago
  • Thanks for the Information

    Great podcast

    Apple Podcasts
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    United States2 months ago

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PDB Situation Report | May 29th, 2026: U.S. And Iran Reach Draft Agreement & Cuba Feels The Squeeze
Q: What would be considered a meaningful accomplishment if the 60‑day extension happens?
The analysis suggests that even a longer extension must be coupled with verifiable steps that cripple Iran's nuclear ambitions and reduce its ability to fund militias; otherwise, it's just a tactical pause.
PDB Situation Report | May 29th, 2026: U.S. And Iran Reach Draft Agreement & Cuba Feels The Squeeze
Q: Am I wrong to be cynical or pessimistic about this latest report of a potential deal?
Yes, there's skepticism about a permanent solution since the 60‑day ceasefire seems designed to delay rather than resolve core issues, especially Iran's nuclear program and regional influence.
PDB Situation Report | May 9th, 2026: Iran Attacks American Warships Despite “Ceasefire” & Trump’s China Trip
Q: What is the likely outcome of the Trump–Xi summit given Iran's current actions?
China may push for mediation to end the blockade and seek tariff or sanctions relief, but whether that translates into a durable deal depends on broader U.S. leverage and China's own strategic calculations; a temporary agreement is possible, with longer-term conflicts remaining unresolved.
PDB Situation Report | May 16th, 2026: Hormuz Crisis Continues As Iran Retains Missile Power & Trump Meets With Xi Jinping
Q: How credible is the assessment that Iran retains significant missile capabilities, given contrasting White House messaging?
The guest argues that intelligence often presents a spectrum from best to worst case; the latest leaks suggesting retained capabilities contrast with stronger White House claims, highlighting risks of overstatement and the need for pragmatic, nuanced interpretation.
PDB Situation Report | May 16th, 2026: Hormuz Crisis Continues As Iran Retains Missile Power & Trump Meets With Xi Jinping
Q: What was the most important outcome of President Trump's summit with Xi Jinping?
The most important takeaway appears to be strategic recalibration rather than a decisive policy breakthrough: a shift in tone toward managing tensions and a focus on trade and Taiwan questions, with a clear signal that Beijing is watching internal dynamics closely.

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This show delivers brisk, briefing-style geopolitical and national security updates with a heavy emphasis on US foreign policy, sanctions regimes, and ongoing conflicts. Episodes commonly weave current events in Ukraine, Iran, Russia, and broader Middle East diplomacy with analysis of intelligence perspectives, espionage cases, and regime dynamics, while interspersing sponsor reads and listener engagement. A distinctive trait is the frequent integration of media figures and guests who promote their own projects, alongside expert guests who provide security and policy context. The format tends to balance fast-paced diagnosis of unfolding events with practical, real-world implications for decision-makers and professionals tracking global affa... more

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3. Christina Harward
4. Steve Lance
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6. Mike Baker
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