The Wright Report

03 APR 2026: Good Friday! // Join Me on wrightreport.substack.com!

Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required)   "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32

02 APR 2026: Trump's War Speech: Key Takeaways // Artemis Rocket Shoots for the Moon… To Stop China

Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he dives into today's top stories shaping America and the world. In this episode of The Wright Report, Bryan breaks down President Trump's national address on the war with Iran, offering unscripted analysis on what was said, what was true, and what may come next as the conflict enters a critical phase. He walks through Trump's claims of military success, including the destruction of Iran's navy, air force, and much of its missile and drone capabilities, while questioning the long-term strategy around Iran's nuclear program and the Strait of Hormuz. Bryan also explains what he sees as a high-risk "escalate to de-escalate" approach, where the U.S. pressures Europe and Gulf nations to step up or face the consequences, warning that "we've got two or three weeks of war yet to go… with more market turbulence" ahead. Then, Bryan pivots to space and explains why NASA's Artemis II mission is about far more than returning to the moon. At the center is the Shackleton crater, a resource-rich location that could serve as a launch point for Mars and a strategic stronghold in a growing space race with China. With Beijing refusing to sign international agreements and potentially eyeing control of the region, Bryan outlines the stakes, including the possibility of space-based weapons that could impact security here on Earth.   "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32     Keywords: Trump Iran speech analysis 2026, Strait of Hormuz crisis oil markets, Iran war escalation timeline US strategy, Artemis II mission NASA moon race China, Shackleton crater lunar base importance, space race US vs China 2026, space-based weapons satellite threat China, Bryan Dean Wright podcast, The Wright Report

01 APR 2026: Listener Q&A! Trans Court Decision // Deciding Who's a Muslim vs. An Islamist // Antifa Disappears // No Kings Secret Agenda // Global: Trump Pulls Out of Iran War? / Ukraine Drones / Being a Spy

Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he dives into today's top stories shaping America and the world. In this Listener Q&A episode of The Wright Report, Bryan answers your biggest questions on a sweeping set of domestic and global issues, including a major Supreme Court ruling on free speech and therapy practices, the real purpose behind "No Kings" protests, and what's actually happening with Antifa despite its lower profile in the headlines. He also tackles a deeper national security question on the difference between Islam and Islamism, warning about growing ideological tensions, and delivers a detailed forecast on what happens if the U.S. pulls back from conflict with Iran. From the likelihood of nuclear proliferation in the Middle East to shifting alliances between Gulf states and Israel, Bryan lays out what he sees as the next phase of global instability. Plus, Bryan explains how Ukraine built its drone capabilities largely in-house, shares fascinating behind-the-scenes insights from CIA tradecraft, and offers practical advice on how to build better conversations and connections using a core intelligence principle: "be interesting and be interested."   "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32     Keywords: Supreme Court Colorado therapist ruling 2026, free speech First Amendment therapy case, Islam vs Islamism national security debate, Antifa investigation DOJ FBI 2026, No Kings protests meaning voter turnout strategy, Trump Iran war analysis Middle East escalation, Ukraine drone development innovation, CIA tradecraft espionage tactics, Bryan Dean Wright podcast, The Wright Report

31 MAR 2026: What's an American? Supreme Court To Weigh in // Muslim Radicals Dominate Dearborn, Run for U.S. Senate // Islamist Attack in Paris // Global Shockers From Cuba and Iran

Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he dives into today's top stories shaping America and the world. In this episode of The Wright Report, Bryan covers a major Supreme Court case that could redefine birthright citizenship and determine who qualifies as an American under the 14th Amendment. He also reports on growing concerns about Islamist influence and terrorism, including a Michigan Senate candidate's comments on Dearborn and a Hezbollah-linked attack tied to a naturalized U.S. citizen, alongside a broader warning from Europe after a foiled bombing plot in Paris. Finally, Bryan breaks down a potentially major shift in U.S. strategy toward Iran, as the White House quietly changes its war goals and signals it may be willing to step back from the conflict - even if key objectives like reopening the Strait of Hormuz remain unresolved.   "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32     Keywords: birthright citizenship Supreme Court case 14th Amendment, who is an American debate Trump executive order, Dearborn Michigan Islamist influence US politics, Hezbollah attack naturalized US citizen Michigan, Paris bombing plot Europe migrant terror, Iran war strategy shift Trump Hormuz Strait, US foreign policy Middle East withdrawal, Bryan Dean Wright podcast, The Wright Report

30 MAR 2026: Iran War Intel: Trump Unleashes on Tehran, With Progress on Nukes & Missiles // Iranians Strike Back, Hitting U.S. Troops, Arab Industry, Israeli Civilians // Econ Fallout Goes Global // Peace Talks!

Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he dives into today's top stories shaping America and the world. In this Monday Headline Brief of The Wright Report, Bryan covers major new strikes on Iran's nuclear program, including the destruction of a key uranium processing facility and fresh intelligence that Tehran may be hiding enriched material deep inside hardened tunnel networks. He also breaks down the evolving battlefield, from Iran's remaining missile capabilities and damaged production systems to a deadly strike on a U.S. airbase that destroyed critical aircraft, raising new concerns about Russian intelligence support to Tehran. Finally, Bryan explains the growing global fallout, including Houthi attacks in the Red Sea, energy shortages spreading across Asia and Europe, rising oil prices, and mounting pressure on the U.S. to choose between escalation or a fragile path toward peace.   "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32     Keywords: Iran war update March 30 2026, Iran nuclear facilities destroyed Yazd Isfahan tunnels, Strait of Hormuz Red Sea oil crisis Houthis, US airbase attack Saudi Arabia AWACS loss, Russia intelligence support Iran drones missiles, global energy shortage Asia Europe fuel rationing, oil prices spike WTI 100 dollars, Ukraine Russia oil refinery strikes global supply, Bryan Dean Wright podcast, The Wright Report