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

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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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