We hear from a former CIA officer, Douglas London, who spent over 30 years working for the organization. London's growing up in the Bronx, gave him the street smarts necessary for specific roles in the government. We learn about the rigorous training pipeline for case officers and how the agency shifted focus after 9/11. London provides fascinating insights into the internal workings of the CIA, the sacrifices made by its officers, and the challenges and adversities they face in their work. We discussed the importance of Open Source Intelligence Techniques (OSINT). This podcast offers a glimpse into the world of intelligence and espionage, making it a must-listen for anyone interested in national security and the role of covert operations in America's foreign policy.
Main Takeaways
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Music provided by Caspian:
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GRP 14 Benghazi , Women In Combat, Bureaucracy, Webinars
GRP 13 Wounded Warfighters, Never Quit, Special Forces
GRP 12 Special Operations Working Dogs, Green Berets, Nutrition Tips
GRP 11 MARSOC Memorial March, Benjamin Bitner, Special Forces Green Berets
GRP 10 Unconventional Warfare, Foreign Internal Defense, Ronin Tactics
GRP 09 Medal Of Honor Recipient Captain Florent Groberg
GRP 08 The Rescue Of Marcus Luttrell, Mindset, and Special Forces
GRP 07 Aviation, Snipers, Fitness And Mindset.
GRP 06 Survival, Special Forces, Selection, And Fitness
GRP 05 Interview With Aleks Skarlatos, PTSD, Fitness, And Mindset.
GRP 04 Tu Lam, RoninTactics, Army Special Forces
GRP 03 Special Operations Selection, Fitness, And Mindset
GRP 02 Vice News Reporter, Female Apache Pilot Interviews.
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