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Jihi Bustamante

Former CIA intelligence officer specializing in targeting. Co-author of "Shadow Cell" and expert in espionage tradecraft and psychological profiling.

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Aug 28, 2025 • 2h 34min

Former CIA Spies: "The CIA Tried To Ban This Story!" We're Leaving The US by 2030!

Andrew and Jihi Bustamante, both former CIA officers, unveil shocking secrets about a hidden mission to expose a traitor within the agency. They share how the CIA attempted to bury their story for three years and discuss their plans to leave the U.S. by 2030. The couple reveals the CIA's use of fake businesses for surveillance and offers intriguing coping hacks for managing fear and anxiety. They even touch on the controversial connections between high-profile cases, like Epstein, and broader issues of privacy and power dynamics.
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Aug 13, 2025 • 1h 18min

Inside the CIA: Andrew & Jihi Bustamante Expose Government Spin, Honeypots, Epstein Questions & Lines the U.S. Won’t Cross PT 2

Andrew Bustamante, a former CIA covert officer, and his wife Jihi Bustamante, an intelligence specialist, delve into the thrilling world of espionage. They discuss practical spy tactics for protecting digital privacy and the emotional toll of undercover work, especially on family life. The couple shares riveting anecdotes from their book, 'Shadow Cell,' exploring moral dilemmas and the complexities of trust. They also reveal insights on psychological profiling in intelligence, the intricacies of real-world targeting, and how such experiences shape their personal lives.
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May 17, 2021 • 1h 46min

#92 - Former CIA Spy Explains Surveillance on US Citizens | Jihi Bustamante

Jihi Bustamante, a former covert CIA intelligence officer and co-host of the Everyday Spy podcast, reveals fascinating insights from her undercover work. She discusses the ethics of surveillance and the balancing act between national security and personal privacy. Bustamante shares her transformative journey within the CIA, challenging stereotypes and addressing the complexities of moral judgment in covert operations. Her reflections on the impact of the Patriot Act and practical self-defense training add depth to this compelling conversation.

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