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An Army Unit More Secretive Than Task Force Orange? | Dave Fielding | Ep. 287

The Team House

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Transition into a secretive intelligence career

The chapter follows the speaker's journey from applying for a secretive army unit to evolving into a role in intelligence involving training, surveillance detection, trade craft, and high-stakes operations. It delves into the challenges of being a case officer, the mental health aspects, and the dichotomy between operations-focused individuals and those inclined towards soft skills and leadership in the intelligence field. The speaker shares experiences of working on intelligence operations against ISIS and al-Qaeda targets in Iraq and Syria, highlighting the demanding and secretive nature of their work.

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