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Frequently asked questions.
The free Daily Brief, the weekly conversations, and how to follow both.
01 What is Restricted Handling?
Restricted Handling is a national security podcast and daily intelligence brief founded by Glenn Corn and Ryan Fugit, former CIA officers and U.S. Army veterans. We cover Russia, China, Iran, and North Korea with firsthand experience, clear explanations, and candid conversation.
02 Is the Daily Intel Brief free?
Yes. The Daily Intel Brief is free. You can get it by email or follow the daily podcast for our coverage of Russia, China, Iran, and North Korea.
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03 What does the Daily Brief include?
The developments worth your attention across Russia, China, Iran, and North Korea, with context on what changed, why it matters, and what to watch next. The brief is curated by former CIA officers and powered by AI to help bring the reporting together.
Read it by email or follow the Daily Intel Brief podcast: Apple Podcasts · Spotify · YouTube.
04 Who is Restricted Handling for?
Anyone who wants to understand national security and world affairs without spending the whole day following the news. You do not need a military or intelligence background. We aim to explain the context and keep the language clear, whether you work in the field or are simply curious.
05 What kind of tone should I expect?
Expect plain language, candid questions, and a sense of humor. Glenn and Ryan want the conversations to be lively and enjoyable, with room for a good story or a laugh along the way. You should feel like you are part of the conversation, rather than sitting through a formal briefing.
We also recognize that war, repression, and other subjects we cover have real human consequences. We keep those stakes in view and treat the people affected with respect.
06 How often does Restricted Handling publish?
The Daily Intel Brief publishes on weekdays. The weekly Restricted Handling podcast makes time for longer conversations with intelligence officers, military leaders, diplomats, and regional experts.
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07 Where can I listen to the daily and weekly podcasts?
The Daily Intel Brief and the weekly Restricted Handling podcast have separate feeds on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, so you can follow either or both. You can also find them on YouTube.
Daily Intel Brief: Apple Podcasts · Spotify · YouTube.
Weekly Restricted Handling podcast: Apple Podcasts · Spotify · YouTube.