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Andrew Bustamante is a well known retired CIA spy. He gives us insight into how the CIA operates from an insiders perspective. He breaks down how intelligence is collected both inside and outside the boundaries of international law. Andy and Johnny have some heated debates over the concept of “The Deep State“, international tensions, and the ethics of US involvement around the world. He also explains why he's leaving the United States and gives his thoughts on the coming election and what that will mean for America and the rest of the world. Want to learn more from Andy? Find your Spy Superpower: Follow Andy on YouTube: @Andrew-Bustamante Explore Spy School: Join the podcast: @EverydaySpyPodcast This episode is #sponsored by MOOD. Head over to and use promo code CONNECT at checkout to get 20% OFF your first order PLUS a FREE 5 count pack of gummies! Join The Patreon For Bonus Content! Spotify: Join this channel to get access to perks: Chapters: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:55 - Ramifications Of Exposing CIA Secrets 00:07:38 - Joint Military Operations and the CIA's Paramilitary Wing 00:14:15 - This Episode Is Sponsored By MOOD 00:15:34 - the CIA's ineffective interventions 00:23:34 - The Truth About the CIA and the Deep State 00:31:13 - The United States as the Bully 00:38:59 - The Monopoly of Violence from the Government 00:46:40 - Carve outs for National Security 00:54:20 - The Desire for Chaos 01:02:22 - China Becoming an Exporter of Technology 01:09:27 - Reasons for leaving the United States 01:17:01 - State of Authoritarianism 01:24:47 - Unprecedented Election Scenarios 01:32:18 - The Possibility of a Ceasefire and Rebuilding Ukraine 01:39:29 - The Cost of Remaining the World's Superpower 01:47:34 - The Global Impact of the Eastern European Conflict 01:55:14 - The Complexities of Middle East Alliances 02:02:57 - The Deep State and Powerful Actors in Institutions 02:10:36 - Corruption in the United States and the Deep State 02:18:12 - The Complexity of Social Dynamics and Technology 02:25:49 - The Future of Social Media 02:33:54 - Edward Snowden: Coward or Villain? 02:41:37 - Julian Assange and Foreign Policy Morality 02:49:31 - Moving to a Socialist Country 02:57:26 - Everyday Spy's Website, Podcast, and Social Media
