I Spent 29 Years in the CIA, Here's What I Learned | John Franchi Ep 1

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.
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*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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