“When you're sitting underground with a key around your neck to destroy the world and you're like 27 years old, the primary thought you have is my life sucks.” -Andrew

Get ready for an exclusive conversation with Andrew Bustamante, a former CIA spy, as he reveals fascinating insights and gripping stories from his time in the CIA. Andrew discusses the diverse skills required for intelligence work, the importance of understanding human behavior, and the motivations behind it. He recounts high-risk operations, including a harrowing counterterrorism mission, and reflects on the evolving nature of global politics. 

Episode Highlights:

00:00 - Episode trailer

06:08 - Becoming a Spy

07:30 - Nuclear Missile Officer Experience

10:55 - Language Skills

13:55 - Espionage and Death Penalty

15:53 - Proficiency in Tradecraft

17:18 - Gathering Information

19:10 - Understanding Baselines in Social Interactions

21:06 - Information Gathering in Conversations

23:07 - The Role of Benefits in Influence

24:50 - The RICE Method Explained

31:55 - Assessing Ideology Through Environment

35:28 - Mind Control and MKUltra

37:47 - The Security Paradox Explained

39:42 - Conspiracies and Cultural Perspectives 

43:03 - Cognitive Dissonance in Conspiracy Theories

45:24 - Stress Inoculation Technique

46:57 - Role-Playing for High-Stakes Conversations

53:57 - Collecting Evidence and Cognitive Biases

58:20 - Fear for Life in Operations

01:00:34 - Survival Lessons from Chaos

01:02:16 - The Questioning of Democracy 

01:08:23 - US Political Landscape Predictions 

01:09:30 - Understanding the Israel-Palestine Conflict 

01:11:44 - Possibility of Nuclear War

01:14:09 - Advice to His Younger Self

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About my guest: 

Andrew Bustamante is a former covert CIA intelligence officer and growing public figure through his digital business EverydaySpy. A decorated U.S. Air Force combat veteran and respected corporate consultant, Andrew has been featured in Pulitzer-prize winning newspapers, national television spots, and multiple viral podcast interviews. A graduate of the United States Air Force Academy, Andrew spent his military career specializing in nuclear ICBM operations. After winning decorations in both Afghanistan and Iraq, Andrew was recruited into CIA’s National Clandestine Service (NCS) where he served for 7 years handling sensitive operations still classified Top Secret.

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Website: https://everydayspy.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everydayspy/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/everydayspy

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/everydayspy-podcast/id1441789630

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EverydaySpy/

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