Best Israel Defense Forces Podcasts (2025)

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Houthis Indicate a Halt to Military Operations Against Israel and Red Sea Shipping + Dense Fog Enables Russian Forces Entry into Pokrovsk + US Envoys Visit Israel to Discuss Hamas Fighters Trapped in Rafah ... 24:48

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For review: 1. US Envoys Visit Israel to Discuss Hamas Fighters Trapped in Rafah Tunnels. 2. France hosted Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas in Paris for a meeting on Tuesday, during which French President Emmanuel Macron committed to helping the PA draft a constitution for a future state. 3. Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa threw cold …

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Faces of War: A Reservist’s Journey Two Years Later 28:52

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In this episode of the 'Mission Brief' podcast, the host interviews Sergeant First Class in the Reserve A, who shares his harrowing and inspiring experiences from October 7, 2023. A recounts his journey from Baltimore to his deep connection with Israel, joining the Paratroopers in 2011, and his surprising reassignment to a search and rescue unit. H…

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PDB Situation Report | November 15th, 2025: China’s Coming Digital Invasion of Taiwan & Tehran’s Looming Crisis 58:48

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In this episode of The PDB Situation Report: China’s New Play for Taiwan: Beijing may not invade at all. Instead, new analysis suggests the Chinese Communist Party could throttle Taiwan by cutting off its energy lifelines—slowly, silently, and without firing a shot. Retired Rear Admiral Mark Montgomery joins us to walk through the scenario. Iran’s …

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President Trump Considers F-35 Warplanes for Saudi Arabia + US Secretary of State Optimistic About Gaza International Stabilization Force + Russian Intel Ship Operated Near Hawaii Last Month + More 20:08

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For review: 1. The body of slain hostage Israeli Meny Godard was returned to Israel by Hamas on Thursday night, officials confirmed. The bodies of three slain hostages now remain held in the Strip — two Israelis and one Thai national. 2. US Secretary of State Optimistic About Gaza International Stabilization Force. 3. Indonesia has trained up to 20…

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PDB Afternoon Bulletin | November 14th, 2025: Kyiv Torches Critical Russian Oil Hub & Trump’s 'Southern Spear' Tightens the Noose Around Maduro 14:31

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In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First—Ukraine is once again hitting Moscow where it hurts most—its oil revenue. A precision drone and missile strike on Friday crippled the second-largest oil export hub in Russia, forcing closures at a facility that moves millions of barrels of crude a day. Later in the show—The Pentagon unveils Opera…

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Learning to Love the Stagnant Order 59:27

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Is your Empire feeling less than fresh? Does it feel like the modern world’s best days are behind it? Do conquest and global power politics not hit as good as they used to? Welcome to the Age of Stagnation, a time when the fruits of the Industrial Revolution can be enjoyed but not replicated. It’s making us all a little crazy, especially world lead…

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Stuck in the Cul-de-Sac 59:57

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On October 23, CNAS hosted a panel on the U.S. defense budget and the Department of Defense’s alignment of resources to strategy. Featuring our new report, Stuck in the Cul de Sac: How U.S. Defense Spending Prioritizes Innovation over Deterrence, CNAS Defense Program experts Dr. Carlton Haelig and Philip Sheers examine the gaps between the Departme…

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Back to Iraq 46:29

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📺: Watch this episode on YouTube here. Filmmaker Michael Pack joins host Cliff May to tell the extraordinary story of The Last 600 Meters, his gripping documentary on the battles of Fallujah and Najaf. Though the film was finished in 2007, it sat on a shelf for 17 years before PBS finally aired it this Veterans Day. From young Americans fighting al…

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November 14th, 2025: Why Iran is One Spark Away From Chaos & Russia’s Oil Bottleneck 25:53

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In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Pressure is building inside Iran, as political repression, public defiance, and a deepening water crisis collide. I’ll explain why these forces are feeding off one another and creating one of the most volatile moments the regime has faced in decades. More bad news for Russia’s chief export: nearly a t…

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Quality in the Streets, Momentum in the Sheets 1:02:11

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On episode 217 of The Compound and Friends, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Michael Batnick⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Downtown Josh Brown⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ are joined by Joe Terranova to discuss: the market pullback, AI CapEx, historical trends in the market, rules based investing, and much more! *Filmed in front of a live audience in NYC on 11/13/25* This episode…

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PDB Afternoon Bulletin | November 13th, 2025: European Leaders Turn on Zelensky & Rubio Fires Back at EU Over Narco-Strikes 15:00

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In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: The latest on the corruption scandal rocking Kyiv. Ukraine’s wartime government is under growing strain as senior ministers resign, international critics step in, and questions mount over how close the crisis is getting to President Zelensky. Senator Marco Rubio fires back at European allies who are ra…

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#253 Chase Hughes - Real MKUltra Documents, Alien Deception and Simulation Theory 2:53:21

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Chase Hughes is a leading expert in human behavior analysis, influence, and persuasion, with over 20 years of experience as a U.S. Navy veteran. He developed groundbreaking programs like the "Behavior Pilot Program" for HUMINT, "CuePrime" for interrogation behavior analysis, and the "Pre-Violence Indicators Index" for detecting pre-attack behaviors…

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November 13th, 2025: Inside Venezuela’s Plan To Resist A U.S. Invasion & Ukraine’s Air Defenses Falter 23:13

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In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief: As American firepower surges into the Caribbean, a new report reveals how Venezuela plans to fight back if the U.S. makes a move—turning to guerrilla warfare and chaos to grind U.S. forces to a halt. Troubling news for Ukraine as new data shows its air defenses are slipping amid intensifying Russian m…

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PDB Afternoon Bulletin | November 12th, 2025: Is the U.S. Planning a MASSIVE Base Next to Gaza? & Kyiv Rocked by Major Corruption Scandal 16:14

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In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: Israeli media is reporting that the United States plans to build a massive military base near the Gaza border. The facility could reportedly host thousands of international troops tasked with enforcing the fragile ceasefire inside the Strip—but Washington is pushing back, insisting the reports are inac…

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November 12th, 2025: Where’s Putin? How Paranoid Vlad Is Hiding His Location & Bombings Rock India and Pakistan 22:51

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In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief: A rare look inside the paranoid world of Vladimir Putin. Investigators have uncovered that the Russian president operates from three nearly identical offices—built to conceal his true whereabouts, even from his own government. Twin bombings in India and Pakistan have both sides trading blame, threaten…

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The "Titanic" indicator flashes, Elon's $1 trillion pay package, Draftkings vs Robinhood 1:10:19

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On this TCAF Tuesday, hear an all-new episode of What Are Your Thoughts with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Downtown Josh Brown⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Michael Batnick⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! This episode is sponsored by Grayscale and Rocket Money. Find out more about Grayscale by visiting: ⁠⁠https://www.grayscale.com/ Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals f…

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PDB Afternoon Bulletin | November 11th, 2025: U.S. Sends Ground Forces To Panama's Jungle & Trump Meets With Syrian President 17:54

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In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: American troops are back in the jungle. For the first time in decades, U.S. forces are training in Panama’s dense terrain—reviving an old Cold War battleground known as “Green Hell,” and signaling a new chapter in Washington’s focus on Latin America. He was once an al-Qaeda terrorist. Now, he’s walking…

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November 11th, 2025: Germany Points to Ukraine in Pipeline Attack & U.S. Shutdown Stalls NATO Arms 24:53

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In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief: The case of the Nord Stream pipeline bombing may finally be solved. The undersea gas line was once a vital link between Russia and Europe—but instead of uniting the continent, the investigation is tearing it apart. The U.S. government shutdown is having real consequences for America’s allies. Over $5 …

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PDB Afternoon Bulletin | November 10th, 2025: Iran Plans 2,000 Missile Salvo Against Israel & U.S. Shutdown Nears End 14:36

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In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: Iran may be gearing up for Round Two. New reports suggest Tehran is preparing to unleash 2,000 missiles at once in a future strike on Israel—but experts say the real bottleneck isn’t the missile stockpile, it’s the launchers. Later in the show—the nation’s longest-ever government shutdown could be near…

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#252 Matt Bissonnette - SEAL Team 6 Operator’s First-Hand Account of Operation Neptune Spear 4:04:35

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Matt Bissonnette is a former United States Navy SEAL known for his participation in the 2011 raid that killed Osama bin Laden, as detailed in his bestselling book No Easy Day: The Firsthand Account of the Mission That Killed Osama bin Laden (2012), written under the pen name Mark Owen. A DEVGRU (SEAL Team Six) operator, Bissonnette served multiple …

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November 10th, 2025: U.S. Deploys “Ghostrider” Gunship South of the Border & a Rift in the Kremlin 23:24

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In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief: The latest sign that Washington may be gearing up for something big south of the border. Satellite imagery shows one of America’s most formidable attack aircraft—the AC-130J Ghostrider—has been deployed to the region. The Kremlin is pushing back on reports that Vladimir Putin has sidelined his long-ti…

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IDF Officer's Body Returned After More Than 11 Years in Hamas Captivity; 4 Hostages Remain + Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov Ready to Meet with US Sec of State Rubio to Discuss Ukraine + German Armed Forces ... 21:14

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For review: 1. Pakistan said Sunday it was committed to “dialogue” with Afghanistan despite peace talks ending after deadly violence, with Islamabad stressing its security concerns persist. 2. IDF Officer's Body Returned After More Than 11 Years in Hamas Captivity; 4 Hostages Remain. 3. Israel has warned Lebanon’s army that it is not satisfied with…

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PDB Situation Report | November 8th, 2025: Inside The U.S. Plan To Police Gaza & The Front Lines Of AI Warfare 1:04:58

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In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: The United States is pushing a plan at the United Nations to deploy a new international security force in Gaza. Former U.K. Ambassador to Yemen Edmund Fitton-Brown joins us to assess whether such a mission could succeed. Later, artificial intelligence is becoming the newest front in the battle for Ame…

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Secretary of War Hegseth Speech to Defense Industry Leaders + US to Establish Presence at Airbase in Syria + B-52 Warplanes Fly Along Venezuelan Coast + More 27:01

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For review: 1. Secretary of War Hegseth Speech to Defense Industry Leaders. 2. Ukrainian forces continue to stubbornly defend the pocket around Pokrovsk despite relentless Russian assaults, leading to an ever-increasing threat of encirclement. 3. US to Establish Presence at Airbase in Syria. 4. The US has added the entire text of US President Donal…

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PDB Afternoon Bulletin | November 7th, 2025: Iran's Brazen Plot To Assassinate Israel's Top Diplomat In Mexico & Putin Turns To Africa For Fresh Recruits 14:46

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In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First—U.S. and Israeli officials say they’ve foiled an Iranian plot to assassinate Israel’s ambassador to Mexico. It’s just the latest episode in Iran’s shadow war on the west, one that now stretches across the globe. Later in the show—The Kremlin’s war machine is running low on soldiers — and now it’s…

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‘Goliath’s Curse’ and the Surprising Benefits of Societal Collapse 1:04:29

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We’re obsessed with apocalypses, big and small. We fantasize about what the future might look like after the fall of society and fear the coming tribulation. Rome fretted about decline until its end. Stories of the Sea Peoples terrified the monarchs of the Late Bronze Age. During the 30 Years’ War, Europeans imagined Armageddon had finally begun. B…

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No Country for Old Mullahs 1:15:03

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Guest host and Senior Director of FDD’s Iran Program Behnam Ben Taleblu sits down with historian Ali Ansari to explore why the Islamic Republic is rewriting Iran’s past to justify its present, how Iranians are reclaiming their identity from the regime, and what the nation’s search for identity reveals about the Islamic Republic’s fading future.…

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November 7th, 2025: Russian Casualties SURGE Past 1.1 Million & RPG Armed Somali Pirates Return To Hijacking 23:53

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In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: First—a UK intelligence report is detailing the staggering losses Russia's military has suffered in Ukraine, putting the number of casualties at more than 1.1 million. But Putin’s bloody war of attrition continues, as his forces move closer to capturing the battered city of Pokrovsk. Later in the show…

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Eric Jackson and the Search for the Next 100 Bagger 1:30:45

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On episode 216 of The Compound and Friends, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Michael Batnick⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Downtown Josh Brown⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ are joined by Eric Jackson to discuss: searching for 100 baggers, the case for Opendoor, Eric's legendary Carvana call, OpenAI's wild week, and much more! This episode is sponsored by Victory Capital & Apex Fin…

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PDB Afternoon Bulletin | November 6th, 2025: Moscow Mulls Hypersonic Missiles For Maduro & Ukraine's Drone Blitz On Russian Energy 15:31

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In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First—The deputy chairman of Russia’s parliamentary defense committee claims the Kremlin has sent advanced air defense systems to the Maduro regime, while floating the possibility of also sending cruise and hypersonic missiles to Venezuela. Later in the show—Ukraine’s intensifying drone campaign agains…

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November 6th, 2025: Former Jihadist Turned Syrian President To Visit White House & Trump, Kim Summit Gains Traction 26:10

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In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: First—Syria’s new president, once part of a jihadist insurgency, is set to meet President Trump at the White House on Monday. We’ll break down what’s at stake for U.S. policy, and why the administration is pushing both Congress and the UN to repeal heavy sanctions ahead of the meeting. Later in the sh…

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#251 Secretary Sean Duffy - NASA is Going Back to the Moon for the First Time in 54 Years 2:44:06

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Sean Duffy is the 20th U.S. Secretary of Transportation, confirmed by the Senate in January 2025 and sworn in on January 28, 2025. A former Republican Congressman representing Wisconsin's 7th District from 2011 to 2019, Duffy served on the House Financial Services Committee and chaired its Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations. Before politi…

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Saudi Arabia Requests Purchase of F-35 Fighters from US + Ukraine General Staff: No Encirclement of Units & Divisions in Pokrovsk + Hamas & PA Agree on Temporary Committee to Manage Gaza + More 17:50

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For review: 1. Hamas & PA Agree on Temporary Committee to Manage Gaza. 2. Saudi Arabia Requests Purchase of F-35 Fighters from US. The Trump administration is considering a Saudi Arabian request to buy as many as 48 F-35 fighter jets. 3. US President Donald Trump will host Syrian leader Ahmed al-Sharaa for talks on November 10, the White House anno…

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PDB Afternoon Bulletin | November 5th, 2025: Hamas Returns Remains Of American-Israeli Soldier & Democratic Socialism Wins Big In NYC 16:22

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In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First—an emotional moment in Israel, as the body of American-Israeli soldier Itay Chen is returned under Trump’s Gaza ceasefire deal. We’ll break down what this exchange means for the families still waiting, and for the future of the president’s fragile peace plan. Later in the show—Election shockwaves…

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November 5th, 2025: U.S. Revives Abandoned Base Just Miles from Venezuela & Ukraine Hits Deep Inside Russia 25:17

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In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief: The U.S. is reviving a long-abandoned naval base in the Caribbean, fueling speculation that Washington is preparing for possible operations against Venezuela. The U.S. pushes for UN approval of a new Gaza security force. The plan calls for a multinational mission with a two-year mandate to stabilize t…

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Brian Belski Breaks Loose, Palantir Erupts, Stocks Getting Quietly Killed, Uber and Tost Report 1:44:04

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On this TCAF Tuesday, Josh Brown and Michael Batnick are joined by Brian Belski, CEO and Chief Investment Officer at Humilis Investment Strategies to discuss: Brian’s new venture, the possibility of an AI bubble, choosing the right stocks at the right time, and more. Then at 38:14 hear an all-new episode of What Are Your Thoughts with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Downt…

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PDB Afternoon Bulletin | November 4th, 2025: Inside The ISIS Inspired Plot Thwarted On U.S. Soil & America’s Longest Shutdown 14:18

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In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief: Federal agents foil a chilling ISIS-inspired terror plot in Michigan. Two men allegedly planned to attack LGBTQ bars near Detroit on Halloween weekend—and investigators say the assault could have been catastrophic. Plus—the government shutdown reaches Day 35, tying the record for the longest in U.S. h…

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November 4th, 2025: Russia’s ‘Systemic’ Economic Collapse & Mexico Erupts Over Narco-Assassination 23:39

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In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief: Signs of a breaking point inside Russia’s economy. A new intelligence report warns of systemic collapse across the country’s corporate sector—a fact that even Moscow’s official statistics can no longer hide. Mexico erupts in anger. The murder of an anti-cartel mayor has triggered chaos in the streets …

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US Draft UNSC Resolution to Establish Gaza International Stabilization Force + IRGC Says Precision Missile Killed Hamas Leader Haniyeh; Not Remote Bomb + Australian Navy Receives First Ghost Shark AUV ... 23:25

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For review: 1. US Draft UNSC Resolution to Establish Gaza International Stabilization Force. International Stabilization Force will be in charge of securing the borders with Israel and Egypt, ensuring the safety of civilians and humanitarian zones, and training new Palestinian police officers who it will partner with. The force’s mandate will appar…

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Countering China’s Digital Silk Road 1:11:33

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On Wednesday, October 15, CNAS hosted a live, virtual event on Countering China's Digital Silk Road featuring former Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell. This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Digital Silk Road (DSR), China’s flagship initiative to strengthen its global ties and influence through technology. A decade after its launch, the…

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PDB Afternoon Bulletin | November 3rd, 2025: Trump Eyes Cartel Strike in Mexico & Drones Buzz U.S. Nukes 13:24

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In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: The Trump administration is preparing a new operation against Mexico’s powerful drug cartels. Plans are underway for U.S. troops and intelligence officers to cross into Mexico and target cartel leaders and drug labs on their home turf. Later in the show—a new mystery in the skies over Europe. Drones ha…

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November 3rd, 2025: Maduro Begs Moscow & Beijing For Help, Plus Trump’s Nigeria Ultimatum 23:18

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In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief: As pressure builds on Nicolás Maduro, Venezuela’s looking east for salvation. A new report shows the embattled strongman pleading with Moscow and Beijing for help—even asking for missiles and radar systems to shore up his crumbling defenses. President Trump puts Nigeria on notice. He’s ordered the Pen…

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#250 Rena Malik - Urologist Debunks #1 Sex Myth Every Man Still Believes 2:49:05

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Rena Malik, MD, is a board-certified urologist and pelvic surgeon specializing in sexual medicine, urogynecology, hormone management, and pelvic pain. She completed her medical education at New York University Grossman School of Medicine, followed by a urology residency at the University of Chicago and a fellowship in Female Pelvic Medicine and Rec…

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President Trump Directs Department of War to Prepare for Action in Nigeria + Kyiv Closes Embassy in Havana; Cuban Citizens Fighting Alongside Russia in Ukraine + Secretary of War to Give Speech to Top ... 28:54

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For review: 1. President Trump said Friday he is not considering strikes on Venezuela, which fears that a major US military buildup in the region is aimed at regime change in Caracas. 2. President Trump Directs Department of War to Prepare for Action in Nigeria. President Trump on Saturday announced the US will immediately stop all aid and assistan…

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PDB Situation Report | November 1st, 2025: Putin’s War Economy Is Collapsing & Inside America’s War On Narco-Terrorists 58:11

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In this episode of The PDB Situation Report: The U.S. military expands its campaign against drug traffickers, launching a new series of strikes in the Pacific that killed fourteen suspected narco-terrorists and left one survivor. We’ll break down the operation—and what it reveals about Washington’s growing war on the cartels. Later, Russia’s econom…

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PDB Afternoon Bulletin | October 31st, 2025: REPORT: U.S. Military Attack On Venezuela Is Imminent & FBI Foils ISIS-Inspired Halloween Terror Attack 14:52

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In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin: First—the U.S. is reportedly on the brink of launching airstrikes against military targets inside Venezuela, in what would mark a major escalation in Trump’s war on Latin America’s powerful drug cartels. Later in the show—The FBI foils an alleged plot to carry out an ISIS-inspired terror attack over Ha…

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Trump’s Orient Express 49:47

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President Trump just returned from a whirlwind week in Asia closing trade and investment deals and strengthening security alliances. Host Cliff May sits down with FDD’s Craig Singleton to discuss what Trump accomplished, as well as the challenges – and threats – that remain.By FDD