Best Al Dea Podcasts (2025)

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Al Dea—Finding Stability When Everything Around You Is Changing 25:12

8h ago25:12

25:12

Al Dea shares his journey from management consulting to founding The Edge of Work, a leadership and talent development consulting firm focused on helping leaders build skills for today's workplace. He explores how navigating personal and professional change has shaped his approach to leadership development. • From technology transformation consulta…

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The human-centered leader: How to develop talent and build influence with Al Dea 39:18

23d ago39:18

39:18

In this episode of How to Make a Leader, we're joined by Al Dea, founder of Edge of Work consulting and a respected voice in talent and leadership development. Al breaks down why true leadership success hinges on a human-centric approach focused on two essential drivers: viewing leaders as developers of people and building social capital within org…

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Takeaways and Insights From ATD ICE '25 29:46

23h ago29:46

29:46

In this episode, The Edge of Work Podcast host Al Dea provides an informal recap of his time at ATD ICE ‘25 in Washington D.C. During this episode, Al covers the basics of ATD ICE, some of the programming and content themes, highlights from the expo floor and vendors, and some of his reflections from the conversations he had with talent and learnin…

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Fixing The “Broken Rung” To Build Inclusive Workforces and Unlock Possibility with Kweilin Ellingrud (McKinsey & Company) 28:38

4d ago28:38

28:38

Kweilin Ellingrud is a Director of the McKinsey Global Institute (MGI) and leads Diversity and Inclusion for McKinsey globally. She is also a senior partner at McKinsey and co-author of The Broken Rung: When the Career Ladder Breaks for Women--and How They Can Succeed in Spite of It, a book on the challenges women face in career advancement. In thi…

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True Spies Classic: The Ritchie Boys | WW2 54:26

6d ago54:26

54:26

In this True Spies Classic, you'll revisit the story of a true American hero. It's 1944 - 3 days after D-Day. 22-year old Guy Stern lands in Normandy. Unlike many of his comrades in the US Army, it's not his first time in Europe. Forced to leave Germany in 1937, he returns as part of an elite Military Intelligence unit charged with interrogating Ge…

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Designing Talent for Impact: Inside Sutter Health’s Workforce Strategy 35:51

11d ago35:51

35:51

Carole Bennett is the Vice President of Talent Management and Development at Sutter Health. In this episode, Carole shares her journey in leading large-scale talent strategy across a major healthcare system. She unpacks how Sutter Health is investing in internal mobility, leadership development, and workforce planning to meet both immediate and lon…

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True Spies Debriefs: Alexis Papahelas on Greece, Journalism and the CIA 31:34

13d ago31:34

31:34

Veteran Greek journalist Alexis Papahelas tells Morgan Childs about the CIA's role in aiding Greece's military junta, which ruled between 1967 and 1974. From SPYSCAPE, the HQ of secrets. A Cup And Nuzzle production. Series producer: Joe Foley. Produced by Morgan Childs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Introducing The Brain Aware Podcast: exploring the science of success 2:05

17d ago2:05

2:05

Ready to discover what your brain has been trying to tell you about success? Welcome to the Brain Aware podcast, where we decode the neuroscience behind what makes people thrive at work and in leadership. As hosts, we bring unique perspectives – Dr. Britt Andreatta has dedicated her career to unraveling brain science related to change and learning,…

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Insights on the State of Executive Coaching and Leadership Development with Eric Wong (Adobe) 39:07

18d ago39:07

39:07

Eric Wong is an Organizational Effectiveness Leader at Adobe, where he oversees executive coaching, leads org development efforts, and facilitates leadership development programs. During this conversation Eric shares lessons from his journey across the leadership development industry, including startups, consulting, and corporate leadership, and of…

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Four Shots in the Night, Part 2: The Spymaster's Dilemma | Northern Ireland 53:06

20d ago53:06

53:06

Author Henry Hemming tells the twisting tale of two very different British spies operating in Northern Ireland during the 30-year conflict known as The Troubles. In Part 2, Frank Hegarty and Freddie Scappaticci are drawn ever deeper into the violent world of the Provisional IRA - and soon, there'll be no turning back. From SPYSCAPE, the home of sec…

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Driving Growth and Developing Culture at the LPGA with Samantha Simmons (Chief People and Internal Operations Officer) 33:47

25d ago33:47

33:47

Samantha Simmons is the Chief People & Internal Operations Officer for the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA). In this episode, Sam shares how the LPGA is navigating growth, performance, and culture in a rapidly changing world of sports and work. During this conversation, Samantha shared the people org’s strategic priorities and why their …

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Four Shots in the Night, Part 1: The Man From Derry | Northern Ireland 59:29

27d ago59:29

59:29

Author Henry Hemming tells the twisting tale of two very different British spies operating in Northern Ireland during the 30-year conflict known as The Troubles. In Part 1, family man Frank Hegarty and menacing IRA enforcer Freddie Scappaticci begin down a dark path together - one that ends in the dark, deep in the Irish borderlands. From SPYSCAPE,…

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The State of GenAI with Jim Rowan (Principal & Head of AI, Deloitte Consulting LLP) 46:09

1M ago46:09

46:09

Jim Rowan is a Principal at Deloitte Consulting LLP and the Head of the Artificial Intelligence Practice, where he leads the firm’s AI strategy across client services, alliances, innovation, and internal transformation. During this conversation, Jim shares his thoughts on the current and future state of Artificial Intelligence in the enterprise. He…

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True Spies Classic: The Ace of Spies | Historical 52:25

1M ago52:25

52:25

Who was Britain's Ace of Spies? The truth is, nobody really knows. But the name he used was Sidney Reilly - and nobody did it better. In this classic episode of True Spies, Vanessa Kirby follows Sidney on his dark and bloody path through the early 20th century, reckoning with oil barons, personal pride, and the rise of Communism. From SPYSCAPE, the…

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Talent Strategy at RSM: A Conversation with Ty Beasley (Chief Talent Officer, RSM) 32:06

1M ago32:06

32:06

Ty Beasley is the Chief Talent Officer at RSM, a leading professional services firm. During this conversation, Al and Ty spend time exploring the evolving world of talent management in professional services. Ty shares stories from his early career and offers insights into RSM’s approach to talent strategy—covering internal mobility, performance gro…

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True Spies Debriefs: Prof. Hanna Diamond on Josephine Baker 40:58

1M ago40:58

40:58

Celebrity, campaigner, national treasure... spy. This year, Josephine Baker's memoirs have been made available in English for the first time. The University of Cardiff's Prof. Hanna Diamond tells Morgan Childs more about the extraordinary life of a showbiz spy in wartime France. From SPYSCAPE, the HQ of secrets. A Cup And Nuzzle production. Series …

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Four Transformative Trends Shaping HR in 2025 with Kelly Jones (Chief People Officer, Cisco) 25:59

2M ago25:59

25:59

Kelly Jones is the Chief People Officer at Cisco, where she is shaping the future of work and redefining HR in the age of AI. In this episode, Kelly shares insights from her recent blog post on the four transformative trends shaping HR in 2025, including hyper-personalized employee experiences, continuous learning, soft skills as power skills, and …

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Britain's Agent | Historical 1:04:38

2M ago1:04:38

1:04:38

Professor James Crossland of Liverpool John Moores University uncovers the extraordinary life of a British diplomat-cum-spy in Bolshevik Russia - Robert Bruce Lockhart. A tale of doomed love, assassination, failed coups and bad reputations. From SPYSCAPE, the home of secrets. A Cup And Nuzzle production. Series producer: Joe Foley. Produced by Fran…

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Live From Transform: Heather Dunn (Brex) on Building Next Gen Leaders and a Talent Flywheel 17:41

2M ago17:41

17:41

Heather Dunn is the Chief People Officer at Brex, a modern day financial platform. In this conversation, Heather shares her insights from participating at Transform on the "Next Gen Leader" panel and how Brex is rethinking leadership development, prioritizing mindsets over traditional skill rubrics. During this conversation, Heather shares the comp…

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Building a Future-Ready Workforce: Inside New York Life’s Talent Strategy with Tina Gupta 40:07

2M ago40:07

40:07

Tina Gupta is the SVP of Talent Management at New York Life Insurance Company, where she leads efforts to transform how employees develop and grow within the organization. In this episode of The Edge of Work, Tina shares insights into New York Life’s ongoing transformation and the role of talent in driving change. She discusses the company’s Career…

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True Spies Classic: Her Majesty's Secret Service | Historical 53:51

2M ago53:51

53:51

In this historic True Spies Classic, Protestant England faces an existential threat from Catholic Spain. Queen Elizabeth calls on Sir Francis Walsingham, the Royal spymaster, to undermine the Spanish war effort. Vanessa Kirby tells a story of loyalty, fear, and the terrible lengths to which a good spy will go to protect Queen and Country. From SPYS…

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Live From Transform: Designing Work for Trust, Flexibility, and AI: A Conversation with Brian Elliott 19:20

2M ago19:20

19:20

Brian Elliott is the CEO of Work Forward and an expert in the workplace strategy space. In this conversation, Brian shares insights from his work with organizations on flexible work, the ongoing return-to-office debate, and how trust impacts productivity and adoption of generative AI. We also explore how companies are intentionally designing in-per…

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The state of L&D in 2025: What 115,000 learners taught us 40:41

2M ago40:41

40:41

In this episode of How to Make a Leader, we sit down with members of Big Think+’s very own product team, Charlotte Sharpe and Monica Karunakaran. They share insights learned from observing the learning habits and preferences of 115,000 learners that used our platform last year, as well as learnings from our 300 person user survey. They share juicy …

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The Future of Work and HR: AI, Skills, and Leadership with Betsy Summers 44:39

2M ago44:39

44:39

Betsy Summers is a Principal Research Analyst at Forrester Research, covering HR and the future of work. In this episode, Betsy joins host Al Dea to explore the rapidly evolving workplace landscape, from AI’s impact on jobs to the shifting role of HR as a strategic driver of business success. They discuss the challenges HR leaders face in adapting …

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True Spies Debriefs: Dr. Jenny Benham on Medieval Spycraft 49:30

2M ago49:30

49:30

Historian Dr. Jenny Benham joins Morgan Childs to explore the murky world of medieval espionage. You'll learn about the real 'little birds' who inspired Game of Thrones' Master of Whisperers, and the exiles, slaves and captives who parlayed information for security in a time before formalised intelligence agencies. Dr. Jenny Benham is Reader in Med…

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Wild Courage: How to Thrive and Your Career and Lead with Jenny Wood 34:47

2M ago34:47

34:47

Jenny Wood is a former Google Executive and the author of Wild Courage: Go After What You Want and Get It. In this episode, Jenny shares her inspiring journey of launching the groundbreaking "Own Your Career" initiative at Google, a movement that empowered thousands of employees to take charge of their professional paths. During the conversation, J…

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The Misadventures of Martha Dodd, Part 2: The Left Behind | KGB 57:22

2M ago57:22

57:22

Content Warning: This episode contains adult themes throughout. When defense journalist Brendan McNally stumbled across a long-forgotten name in 1990s Prague, he had no idea of the remarkable story he would uncover. It belongs to Martha Dodd: ambassador's daughter, mistress to Nazi officials, and Stalinist spy. In the second episode of this two-par…

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S2 Ep20: #31 Medications for Alcohol Use Disorder 2.0 with Dr Stephen Holt 1:01:49

2M ago1:01:49

1:01:49

Level up your treatment for people with alcohol use disorder. Learn about medication options beyond the first line, when they’re appropriate and not, and how to work with your patients to set goals that fit them. We’re joined by Dr Stephen Holt (Yale University School of Medicine) Claim CME for this episode at curbsiders.vcuhealth.org! By listening…

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Live From Transform: Conversations Across the HR Ecosystem (Part 1) 26:52

2M ago26:52

26:52

This week, we are live in Las Vegas with 4,000 other professionals across the HR and people ecosystem at the Transform Conference. In this episode, we share two of our interviews with leaders across the HR Ecosystem to find out what’s on their mind and what’s going on in the world of work. Listen in to this conversation to hear perspectives from Ky…

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The Misadventures of Martha Dodd, Part 1: The Pink Lady | KGB 42:20

3M ago42:20

42:20

Content Warning: This episode contains adult themes throughout. When defense journalist Brendan McNally stumbled across a long-forgotten name in 1990s Prague, he had no idea of the remarkable story he would uncover. It belongs to Martha Dodd: ambassador's daughter, mistress to Nazi officials, and Stalinist spy. In the first episode of this two-part…

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Work in Progress: Artificial Intelligence and Leadership Development 44:39

3M ago44:39

44:39

In this special episode of The Edge of Work, host Al Dea launches a new segment called Work in Progress. In this episode, he is joined by returning guests Shonna Waters and Angela Cheng-Cimini to explore the intersection of AI and leadership development. Together, they discuss the latest research and insights on how AI is shaping leadership, the ch…

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True Spies Classic: Operation Inter | StB 46:01

3M ago46:01

46:01

In this True Spies Classic, it's the late 1980s, and change is in the air in Eastern Europe. For a young journalist like Mark Baker, Czechoslovakia is an interesting place to be. But Mark has attracted some unwanted attention - a fact that he'll only discover several decades later. Sophia Di Martino joins Mark to travel through the True Spies looki…

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The communication playbook: From conflict to collaboration with HBR’s Amy Gallo 46:50

3M ago46:50

46:50

Can conflict actually make your team stronger? In this episode of How to Make a Leader, communication expert and Harvard Business Review podcast host Amy Gallo discusses the communication dynamics that shape high-performing professionals and teams. Amy shares strategies to build trust, improve collaboration, and ensure that even the toughest conver…

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How Great Teams Work with David Burkus 42:49

3M ago42:49

42:49

David Burkus is a Leadership and Teamwork expert, keynote speaker, and author of Best Team Ever. During this conversation, David shares key insights from his book Best Team Ever on what makes teams thrive in today's workplace. We explore the science behind high-performing teams, the critical role of psychological safety, and why work is increasingl…

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True Spies Debriefs: Dr. Daniela Richterova on the Jackals in Prague 51:02

3M ago51:02

51:02

Dr. Daniela Richterova joins host Morgan Childs to discuss the relationship between Cold War intelligence agencies and non-state actors like the infamous Carlos the Jackal. Dr. Richterova is Senior Lecturer in Intelligence Studies at Kings College, University of London From SPYSCAPE, the HQ of secrets. A Cup And Nuzzle production. Series producer: …

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Leadership and The AI Mindset with Conor Grennan 38:17

3M ago38:17

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Conor Grennan is the Dean of Students at NYU Stern and the Co-Founder and CEO of AI Mindset, an AI consulting firm. In this episode, Conor shares his insights on how artificial intelligence is reshaping the workplace, leadership, and talent development. With a unique perspective from both academia and the corporate world, he discusses why AI adopti…

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MI9 Unmasked, Part 2: Italian Jobs | WW2 40:35

3M ago40:35

40:35

Hear again from British historian Helen Fry, joining Rhiannon Neads for the second and final installment of a two-part dive into one of the most crucial, but little-known intelligence forces of the Second World War - MI9. Hear the conclusion to the gripping story of the department, and reasons behind their ultimate secrecy in a post-WW2 world... Fr…

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Couples That Work: A Conversation with Jennifer Petriglieri 35:41

3M ago35:41

35:41

Jennifer Petriglieri is the associate professor at INSEAD and author of Couples That Work: How Dual-Career Couples Can Thrive in Love and Work. During this conversation, she joins The Edge of Work to discuss the challenges and strategies that dual-career couples use to navigate their professional and personal lives. She shares insights on the three…

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MI9 Unmasked, Part 1: Escape and Evasion | WW2 40:07

3M ago40:07

40:07

British historian Helen Fry joins Rhiannon Neads for the first installment of a two-part dive into one of the most crucial, but little-known intelligence forces of the Second World War - MI9. Charged with facilitating the escape of Allied POWs, MI9 employed various ingenious tactics - including, but not limited to, a chocolate gun. Yes, really. You…

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How to Lead From Anywhere 24:20

4M ago24:20

24:20

In this episode of The Edge of Work podcast, host Al Dea explores the concept of 'lead from anywhere'. Al shares insights from a virtual keynote, emphasizing that leadership isn't only a formal title but an action that everyone can practice. He delves into key principles such as situational awareness, developing organizational IQ, investing in rela…

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True Spies Classic: Blinking Red | CIA 52:28

4M ago52:28

52:28

In this True Spies Classic, CIA analyst Gina Bennett shows Vanessa Kirby the origins of America's most infamous enemy. Throughout the 1990s, Osama bin Laden launched a series of attacks on American interests at home and abroad. Operating in the man's world of counter-terrorism, Gina had to fight to have the threat he posed taken seriously. Would YO…

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The case for DEI in 2025: How today's leaders can build inclusive workplaces 44:44

4M ago44:44

44:44

How do strong leaders tackle today’s DEI challenges? In a time of shifting policies and conflicting public discourse around DEI, consider this episode a practical guide to build inclusive teams with inclusive leaders. In this special How to Make a Leader episode, we’re sharing a virtual panel discussion with experts Chloé Valdary, Ruchika T. Malhot…

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Grow My Way: Empowering Careers and Embracing AI at Thomson Reuters 42:24

4M ago42:24

42:24

Chris Louie is the Head of Talent Development at Thomson Reuters, where he leads initiatives in talent acquisition, learning and development, and diversity and inclusion. During the conversation, Chris shares his journey from finance to talent leadership and offers his perspective on career growth, skills, and the transformative potential of AI in …

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True Spies Debriefs: Gina Bennett on the new paradigm for national security 56:36

4M ago56:36

56:36

Former CIA counterterrorism analyst, hunter of Bin Laden, author and proud mother - hear from the fantastic Gina Bennett in this week's Debrief. Bennett authored the earliest warnings of today’s terrorism trends including the 1993 report that foreshadowed the danger of Osama bin Laden. Hear her current prescient predictions for what she is calling …

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Spying On The Reich | Historical 56:47

4M ago56:47

56:47

International Relations journalist and author, R.T Howard, reveals the tensions, subterfuge and devastating errors that marked the first Cold War. In the 1920s and 30s, the Allies waged an intelligence war against a rising star in global politics - Adolf Hitler. Young intelligence agencies tried in vain to penetrate the Nazi's veil of secrecy. In t…

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Best Hits: The People Growth Equation: Aligning Employees, Managers, and Organizations Around Career Development 18:35

4M ago18:35

18:35

Note: This is a replay of a top performing episode from 2024 In today's workplace, career development is critical for attracting, engaging, and retaining talent. Employees expect a job with opportunities for growth and advancement. Managers can shape the employee experience and drive team performance. In this episode, The Edge of Work Founder and P…

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Best Hits: AI, Learning & Development, and the Workplace with Christopher Lind 38:08

4M ago38:08

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Note: This is a replay of a top performing episode from 2024 Christopher Lind, is a Chief Learning Officer, and the writer of the Future-Focused Newsletter and host of the Future-Focused Podcast. A longtime leader in the learning and development profession, Chris has a keen understanding of the intersection of business, technology and workers, and …

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True Spies Classic: The Nuclear Superhighway | CIA 54:46

4M ago54:46

54:46

In this classic episode of True Spis, undercover CIA agent James Olson takes Vanessa Kirby on a nail-biting mission behind the Iron Curtain. In the late 1970s, James was tasked with tapping an underground communications line between Moscow and a top-secret nuclear weapons facility. Under constant surveillance from the KGB, he would need to use a co…

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Best Hits: Evolving and Empowering Managers For a Changing World of Work with Adam Hickman 37:41

5M ago37:41

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Note: This is a replay of a top performing episode from 2024 Adam Hickman is the Vice President of Learning and Org Development at Partners Federal Credit Union, a Walt Disney Company. In addition to this role, Adam is an author and professor and writes and speaks regularly on topics related to management and leadership. During our conversation, Ad…

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True Spies Debriefs: Bob Dougherty on transnational repression 39:15

5M ago39:15

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Do you know about the rising threats posed by transnational repression? Hear from Bob Dougherty, veteran of 26 years as a CIA undercover operations officer. Today, Bob works as an instructor for multiple government agencies, increasingly speaking on the dangers of transnational repression; the intimidation, harassment, or other human rights abuses …

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