While most attention lately has been on the US presidential elections, as well as the conflicts in Gaza and Ukraine, China has been increasing its military operations. And as they are pushing to become the new world, how likely is a full Chinese invasion of Taiwan within the next year? Could they pull it off? And what would that mean for the US?
Hi Mike, Mike from NC. Very much enjoying keeping up with the latest and appreciate you. As a global logistics professional with 20 years of experience in the industry - I wonder how much time and energy global logistics gets within the US intelligence communities? I know it’s easy for people to see the major topics covered in the news (Border, TSA, Red Sea, West Coast port issues) - but how deep does the community monitor global shipping events? Thank you! -Mike
Just listened to your first mini AMA. My question is this, the government used the January 6 riot to dismantle, and imprison members of two conservative patriotic organizations, the oath keepers, and proud boys. I do not believe in violence or criminality in protest, but do believe the government used January 6 to vindictively prosecute conservatives. I guess the question is this are you aware of any patriotic conservative organizations that are a good fit for ex military/law enforcement, type personnel to organize and share camaraderie and training?
Hey Mike, any chance you can provide a list of items we common guys/gals should have with us on a daily commute? Kind of a get-home bag from the office or something to through into the car for a weekend trip? Thanks, Chuck from Lower Gwynedd. And remember just because you are paranoid, doesn't mean they aren't after you.
Jordan from Grand Rapids, Michigan. My question is about Biden’s opening remarks from his State of the Union. After his clique intern written joke about leaving after the applause, he immediately goes after Putin. Stating “He won’t stop with just Ukraine.” All that to ask, what evidence do we have to show that Putin has any intentions of adding to his territorial gains? Other than defense of his border nations from NATO rule. It’s almost like Biden is rooting for Putin to keep going vs asking him to get to the negotiating table REGARDLESS of what Putin asks. Hear him out at least.
G'day Mike, Are you concerned about the threat posed to the US and therefore the West by the loss of the US Dollar's reserve currency status? China and Russia appear to be pushing a de-dollarization strategy, aiming to create a new reserve currency within the BRICS+. Not being able to print the currency in which the US borrows could force a sudden halt to the upward spiral of US Government debt, with serious consequences for America's economic strength and her influence in the world....The music will stop, someone will say the Emperor has no clothes etc.
Mike- considering the numerous sabers being rattled by Putins sycophants, I am curious about the Russian Stockpiles viability. I know the lengths we take here regarding stockpile stewardship, life extension programs, and mods for our own devices, but do we know about the reliability of the Russian devices? Do we believe that they’re fully capable and reliably effective? Thank you Sir! Respectfully, Lee in Brentwood Northern California
Vince, from Columbus, Ohio. Go bucks! It seems to be that Israel's response to 10/7 has had similar mistakes to our own response in the middle east, following 9/11. We lost a great deal of global standing and authority after those conflicts, and Israel has already been brought up on genocide charges in front of the World Court. If you could sit down with Benjamin Netanyahu, how might you advise him to avoid the same pitfalls America has stumbled into?
Bryan from Clearwater FL. Mike, keep the coffee and fake quotes coming. My mornings are grounded and well informed, thanks to you & the wonderful PDB staff. Question: Is it true that the Great Joe Rogan once ate a bag of Bat guano, while high on Mexican Peyote? It seems plausible but I'm a skeptic.
Hello Mike the podcast is great I listen everyday and trust you and your team with world news you give us reality but a sense of relief. Being father and husband with all this going on it’s hard not to feel panicked. I’m not sure what to be prepared for , but with that in mind what should be the most Essential things I need to buy or have on hand, maybe theirs a list. Also any advice on how to wake up a feel optimistic about the future. Seems like we are powerless
Mike, thank you for your time putting together what has become an important start to my day (I download the previous afternoon and morning briefs in the morning). What is the source of the audio at the beginning of the podcast and what is the actual audio (it's not very understandable)? - Scott from Houston. My pronouns are me, myself, and I
Hello hello Mike, just wanted to say thank you for your insight and the podcast. It has been helpful in many ways, most notably political conversations with my dad. The humor and delivery of stories helps bring clarity and some levity to the craziness of everything. Highlight of the show so far: Jimmy BBQ Cherizier said he was ready to make an alliance with the devil. You followed up with, "and he's referring to the actual devil." Classic! My question: What is your go to whiskey or bourbon, factoring in price, when going out? Thanks again, stay golden Ponyboy!!