This episode is dedicated to the lives lost in the terrorist attacks on 9/11/2001. We will never forget.

Former FBI agent Colton Seale delves into the intricacies of gathering intelligence on one of history's most notorious figures, Osama Bin Laden. Colton Seale is renowned for his innovative interrogation techniques. Explore how he revolutionized traditional methods, moving away from fear-based tactics and achieving more effective outcomes in high-stakes situations.

#IntelligenceGathering #FBI 

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00:00 Trailer

0:33 Leading Osama Bin Laden’s Capture

4:32 Colton’s Unexpected Journey into the FBI

05:40 Training For A New Agents

6:54 The FBI's Operations in Akridge, Alaska

9:18 The Alarming Reality of Human Trafficking

14:07 The Public Corruption Case Involving Senator Stevens

15:30 Building Strong Relationships in War Zones

17:58 Blending In to Stay Safe within Nigeria

19:05 Becoming Director of the HIG: Leading High-Priority Interrogations

20:58 Interrogation Tactics We've Been Taught Are Wrong

26:00 The Secret to Getting People to Open Up

35:13 Inside the Mind of a Terrorist

37:55 Are There Differences in Interviewing Suspects, Witnesses, and Victims?

39:42 Why Everyone Has Something to Hide

41:15 How to Effectively Deal with Resistance to Change

45:02 The Biggest Myths About Detecting Lies

46:14 Why People Struggle to Control Their Emotions

48:50 Having Difficult Conversations

50:14 Why the 'Compliment Sandwich' is Ineffective

53:03 Colton's Encounter with the Times Square Bomber

56:27 The Wrong Way to Conduct an Interview

59:21 Do Waterboarding, Isolation, and Confinement Work?

1:01:52 Can You Trust Your Memories?

1:03:22 Fixing America’s Outdated Interviewing Methods

1:16:57 Why Is There So Much Resistance to the FBI?

1:19:44 Why the Public Lost Trust in the Government

1:21:29 The Darkest Moment of Colton’s Career

1:22:29 How Hypnosis Led to False Rape Accusations

1:24:23 Why 80% of Crimes Go Unpunished

1:25:43 Colton’s Mindset After Handling Dark, High-Profile Cases

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Join former CIA Chief of Station John Franchi as he reveals the most challenging scenarios faced in his 29-year career and how he navigated dealing with the world's most dangerous people. Discover how "The Godfather" offers insights into the complexities of the Middle East and the covert operations. Explore untold stories behind global conflicts and the imminent threats we face today.#CIA #secretservice

*At the time of this recording certain historical facts have changed*

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01:23 Early Career in the CIA

02:52 CIA Hiring Process Explained

05:35 What Type of Person the CIA Looks For

07:35 Understanding What Makes Someone a Terrorist

11:11 Ideal Ways to Handle Gaza Conflict

17:59 Developing Empathy for a Terrorist

20:10 Is America Losing Its Global Strength?

26:08 Future Threats Facing the US

30:58 Types of Attacks the US Faces

34:19 Causes of the Divide in America

36:45 Important Lessons to Teach Your Kids

39:41 Impact of COVID on People's Lives

40:43 Accuracy of News Media Today

41:55 Preparing for Future Threats

44:09 Monitoring Your Kids' Online Activities

49:21 Being A Leader Within The Agency

51:13 Morals and Ethics in the CIA

1:00:40 Working in Dangerous Situations

1:04:48 Common Myths About the CIA

1:08:35 Three Ways to Prepare for Attacks

1:14:48 Understanding the Role of a 'Fixer'

1:20:30 Reading People

1:22:39 Impact of Trump Winning the Election

01:27:26 Leaving the CIA

01:30:27 Impact of Your Inner Circle

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