By The FirstFormer U.S. Senator Robert Torricelli joins Mike Baker to discuss Iran’s opposition forces—and why calls to restore the Shah’s monarchy only help the Islamic regime. Torricelli explains what real regime change would require—and who might be capable of leading it.
More Clips, Episodes, PDB Situation Report
More Like This
How NGOs Profit From Gaza’s Misery
Mike Baker speaks with author Seth Frantzman to expose how a network of international NGOs—many of which criticize Israeli and U.S. aid efforts—are quietly profiting from the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Frantzman details the financial incentives, political agendas, and media narratives that keep these organizations thriving while ordinary Palestinians suffer.
Has Xi Jinping Lost Power In China?
Is China’s leader still calling the shots? Mike Baker sits down with Gordon Chang, author of Plan Red: China’s Project to Destroy America, to break down the swirling rumors that Xi Jinping has lost control of the Chinese military—and possibly more. They explore what Xi’s unusual absences and recent internal shakeups could mean for the future of the Chinese Communist Party.
Thumb: Mike and Gordon. Xi Jinping looking gloomy with the Chinese flag.
Can Israel Finish Off Hamas? & Chinese Spy Ring On American Soil
In this episode of The President’s Daily Brief:
Israel shifts its focus back to Gaza after declaring victory over Iran, intensifying efforts to eliminate remaining Hamas leadership. Nearly two years into the war, questions remain: is Israel actually closer to eradicating Hamas? Author Seth Frantzman joins us to assess.
U.S. authorities uncover a Chinese spy ring on American soil. Two nationals are charged with targeting U.S. Navy personnel on behalf of Beijing’s Ministry of State Security. Gordon Chang joins us to explain how this fits into China’s broader espionage campaign against the United States.
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
TriTails Premium Beef: Celebrate with steak worth standing for. Get a free ribeye with the Freedom Box at https://Trybeef.com/PDB.
True Classic: Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at https://trueclassic.com/PDB#trueclassicpod
Birch Gold: Text PDB to 989898 and get your free info kit on gold
What China’s Silence During The Iran-Israel War Says
Mike Baker is joined by Stephen Yates of the Heritage Foundation to unpack China’s silence during the recent Iran-Israel war—including the U.S. bombing of Iranian nuclear sites. Why didn’t Beijing speak up? Was it strategic restraint—or something more revealing? Yates breaks down what China’s muted response says about its ambitions in the Middle East, its relationship with Iran, and its rivalry with the United States.
Thumb: Mike and Steve—Xi Jinping. Ayatollah. Iranian and Chinese Flag. A B2 bomber.
Ex Mossad Chief Explains How Israel Could Take Down The Iranian Regime
Mike Baker sits down with Oded Ailam, former Deputy Head of Global Operations for Israel’s Mossad, for a rare insider perspective on the Iranian regime. With over two decades of experience in Israeli intelligence, Ailam explains how Israel could bring down the Islamic Republic—from covert operations to political destabilization—and how long such a campaign might take. A look into real-world spycraft and strategy.
How Israeli Intelligence Crushed Iran & Trump’s Global Power Test
In this episode of The PDB Situation Report:
The war between Israel and Iran is over—but behind the scenes, it was Israel’s intelligence services that helped deliver the decisive edge. Former Mossad official Oded Ailam joins us to explain how Israeli espionage shaped the outcome.
While the weapons of war grabbed headlines, the end of the conflict came through diplomacy, pressure, and negotiation. Stephen Yates from The Heritage Foundation breaks down how the Trump administration ended the war—and what that reveals about America’s global power today.
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