Happy Birthday Jihi! This is a bit of a surprise for the lady and love of my life, but that's what makes birthdays fun, right!? Aside from the fact that I'm asking my poor wife to work on her special day, it's a great chance for us to talk about Ripple cryptocurrency, family traditions, and how we landed at CIA despite being such different people. And if you've ever wondered what the best college major is to become an intel officer, stick with us to the end and we'll answer that exact question!

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Russia has pulled out of the Ukraine grain deal and offered to feed Africa on its own. 17 African leaders have tried to broker peace in Ukraine, visiting both Kyiv and St Petersburg… but they are up against a whole lot more than they realize. Jihi and I are chomping at the bit to jump into this geopolitical mess with you right now! And if you stay to the end, we'll lift the skirt a bit about our own personal thoughts about aliens, UFOs and extraterrestrial visitors…

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The BRICS leaders are meeting in South Africa and the world may never be the same. With multiple western allies considering joining the BRICS trading bloc, G7 countries (and the power they yield) could be gutted. At the most risk of losing influence is the US, and the opportunity for China to gain power has never been clearer. This is everything you need to know right now.

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Hawaii is experiencing the most lethal wildfires in all American history. The death toll keeps rising as the tragedy grows. In the Southeastern US, it's the middle of Hurricane season. Out West they are seeing record breaking heat waves that are leaving many stranded or dead. In the midst of whatever threat may be pressing on you, Jihi and I wanted to share our insights and training about 'Go Bag' preparation and action. Not just for you, but for your family, pets, and loved ones. Safety has always been a top priority for us – and we know it is for you, too.

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Every veteran in America right now is asking themself the same question: 'Should I encourage the younger generation to sign up for military service, or not?' And for any man or woman who has served in uniform, the question is a hard one to answer. With a military recruitment crisis in full swing and record-breaking foreign espionage infiltrating our US Military ranks, the heroes and soldiers of tomorrow are few and far between. If you want to know my answer to whether you should sign up or skip service, make sure you stay to the end of this conversation!

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The Cold War didn't end for everyone when the Berlin Wall came down. While the US moved into an economic boom that ultimately dragged us into the 20-year global war on terrorism, other Cold War adversaries stayed locked in the fight. And now that we are coming out of our 20-year cave, we are waking up to realize that the fight is still on. And if that isn't crazy enough, some people still believe the earth is flat!

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Jihi and I are blown away by your positive feedback from our first two conversations! It's humbling and exciting to get to answer your questions and share our insights on the world. Now, let's jump in and talk spy stories, life stories, and geopolitical realities!

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The drop in credit rating for the US government by Fitch is another strong indicator that American financial health is struggling. Along with persistent inflation, a struggling tech sector, and the highest interest rates in decades, the inability of the federal government to maintain strong credit is a sign that Americans need to fight back against the kind of brinkmanship politics that have become common in Washington. Life is about to get much more difficult for you and me, all because our politicians fail to respect taxpayer dollars.

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You've heard it from your parents, grade school teachers, and even your first boss: " You only get one chance at a first impression." Well, CIA taught us something very different. And if you want to know whether your middle school counselor or my CIA instructor was more correct, all you have to do is consider former President Donald Trump his incredible ability to capture attention and keep support. Join us for a deep dive into 'impressions' and the Trump indictment, and what the future holds for both in today's conversation.

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Welcome to the brand new EverydaySpy Podcast! Join former CIA officers officers Andrew Bustamante and Jihi Bustamante to discuss and dissect everyday topics from news headline to lifehacks. Whether you are a student trying to make a career in intelligence, or a parent just trying to make it through the day, Andrew and Jihi are excited to give you spy tips, tactics and insights that give you an unfair advantage in everyday life. Get ready to boost your knowledge, mindset, and confidence!

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