EverydaySpy Podcast

This is not your average 9/11 conversation. Is it respectful - yes. Does it honor the lives lost that sad day - yes. But it is also an honest, open dialogue about the world before and after everything changed. It's full of laughter, love, and more than a few flirtatious exchanges because the 9/11 tragedy is what brought the two of us together. In many ways, it was the place where our love story st...

Check out AURA digital security for yourself for 2-weeks absolutely FREE by clicking on my sponsor link here 👉 https://aura.com/everydayspy Sometimes you have to learn something all over again before you see it clearly. That's how I felt after spending two days studying space with my son at the Rocket Center in Huntsville, AL and learning how the US Rocket Program was built off of stolen Nazi tec...

Like any other marriage, ours is a marriage of constant debate, arguments, and miscommunications. You'd think that CIA would have fixed all that, but in many ways they just made it worse! Let's dive right in and talk about why different types of communication exist and how they make life so much more complicated than it has to be. Since we're stepping on each other's feelings, let's go ahead and t...

We the people of the United States… need to get serious about whether we want to keep the fools we have in congress! The statistics don't lie – our leadership in the US is older than it's ever been, blocking the path for tomorrow's leaders and keeping new, fresh ideas out of a government that has been deadlocked in partisan politics for over a decade. It is human nature to avoid what CIA calls 'Ha...

Happy Birthday Jihi! This is a bit of a surprise for the lady and love of my life, but that's what makes birthdays fun, right!? Aside from the fact that I'm asking my poor wife to work on her special day, it's a great chance for us to talk about Ripple cryptocurrency, family traditions, and how we landed at CIA despite being such different people. And if you've ever wondered what the best college...

Russia has pulled out of the Ukraine grain deal and offered to feed Africa on its own. 17 African leaders have tried to broker peace in Ukraine, visiting both Kyiv and St Petersburg… but they are up against a whole lot more than they realize. Jihi and I are chomping at the bit to jump into this geopolitical mess with you right now! And if you stay to the end, we'll lift the skirt a bit about our o...

The BRICS leaders are meeting in South Africa and the world may never be the same. With multiple western allies considering joining the BRICS trading bloc, G7 countries (and the power they yield) could be gutted. At the most risk of losing influence is the US, and the opportunity for China to gain power has never been clearer. This is everything you need to know right now. Find your Spy Superpower...

Hawaii is experiencing the most lethal wildfires in all American history. The death toll keeps rising as the tragedy grows. In the Southeastern US, it's the middle of Hurricane season. Out West they are seeing record breaking heat waves that are leaving many stranded or dead. In the midst of whatever threat may be pressing on you, Jihi and I wanted to share our insights and training about 'Go Bag'...

Every veteran in America right now is asking themself the same question: 'Should I encourage the younger generation to sign up for military service, or not?' And for any man or woman who has served in uniform, the question is a hard one to answer. With a military recruitment crisis in full swing and record-breaking foreign espionage infiltrating our US Military ranks, the heroes and soldiers of to...

The Cold War didn't end for everyone when the Berlin Wall came down. While the US moved into an economic boom that ultimately dragged us into the 20-year global war on terrorism, other Cold War adversaries stayed locked in the fight. And now that we are coming out of our 20-year cave, we are waking up to realize that the fight is still on. And if that isn't crazy enough, some people still believe...

Jihi and I are blown away by your positive feedback from our first two conversations! It's humbling and exciting to get to answer your questions and share our insights on the world. Now, let's jump in and talk spy stories, life stories, and geopolitical realities! Find your Spy Superpower: https://everydayspy.com/spyquiz Learn more from Andy: https://everydayspy.com/ Join the SpyTribe: Facebook: h...

The drop in credit rating for the US government by Fitch is another strong indicator that American financial health is struggling. Along with persistent inflation, a struggling tech sector, and the highest interest rates in decades, the inability of the federal government to maintain strong credit is a sign that Americans need to fight back against the kind of brinkmanship politics that have becom...

You've heard it from your parents, grade school teachers, and even your first boss: " You only get one chance at a first impression." Well, CIA taught us something very different. And if you want to know whether your middle school counselor or my CIA instructor was more correct, all you have to do is consider former President Donald Trump his incredible ability to capture attention and keep suppor...

Welcome to the brand new EverydaySpy Podcast! Join former CIA officers officers Andrew Bustamante and Jihi Bustamante to discuss and dissect everyday topics from news headline to lifehacks. Whether you are a student trying to make a career in intelligence, or a parent just trying to make it through the day, Andrew and Jihi are excited to give you spy tips, tactics and insights that give you an unf...

The Rolling Stones once famously sang, "You can't always get what you want," to a crowd of 1.5 million people in Rio de Janeiro in 2006. And while their lyric has become one of the most memorable musical verses of all time, it is not techincally correct. In today's episode, Andrew shares a CIA tactic that flies in the face of culture, self-help, and social norms. Get ready to learn how you can use...

Arguments are never fun, rarely productive, and always frustrating. Whether at home, at work, or out-and-about, the fastest way to end a good time is with an argument. That's why CIA uses a shockingly simple secret to not only end arguments, but win them at the same time! In this episode, Andrew lays out the process you can use to transform every argument into agreement for the rest of your life....

How much easier would your life be if you never lost a negotiation? Well, today is the first day of that new life! There is a simple and powerful secret that spies use to win every negotiation. And that CIA HACK has incredible value in the everyday world. In this episode, Andrew gives you a bulletproof plan to make more money, close more business, and unlock the career success you've always wanted...

If you have been struggling to find the perfect job -- or pulling your hair out trying to find the right employee -- get ready to be shocked when you find out why! Employees and employers have a lot more in common here then you think. Join Andrew as he explains the flaw in the human brain that makes you feel these professional frustrations, and get a simple HACK you can use to start enjoying your...

Having a healthy social life is a constant balancing act between being unknown and being known. But in business and career, being 'unknown' can ruin you; it can kill your career ambitions and end your business before they ever even start. In this episode, Andrew explains a little-known HACK he learned at CIA to grow popularity, reputation, and credibility even among people who have never met you!...

There is no super power more powerful than getting people to do what you want. Every comic book hero and villain struggled because at some point someone resisted them. In this episode, you learn how to use the one power most people never understand. Whether you use it to be a hero or a villain is up to you... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Human beings have an inherent desire to be useful, but people are not all useful in the same way. Maximizing your success requires that you tap into the usefulness of others just as much as you lean on your own personal strengths. In this episode, Andrew shares a powerful hack that CIA uses to get the most out of every officer and human asset they recruit. WARNING: You cannot unlearn what you are...

We live in a society that gives gifts. Gifts were designed for two original purposes: 1) to show gratitude, or 2) to win favor. Since the dawn of mass marketing and hallmark holidays, however, gift-giving has mutated into something much less enjoyable and much less useful... until today. In this episode, Andrew gives you the 3 gift-giving HACKS that CIA uses to win favor, influence, and power. Whe...

One thing spy movies get right is that every covert field officer is trained to drive like a badass! Elite operators use advanced driving skills (aka: vehicle dynamics) to escape capture, crash through barriers, drive at high speeds and even survive hostile attack. In this episode, Andrew lays out the rules for advanced driving and gives you the core skills you need to practice and perfect the sam...

Nobody likes being ignored, and yet we ignore most of the people we meet. Have you ever wondered why? In this episode, Andrew gives you the ultimate life HACK to capture and keep someone's attention any time you want it. This is your chance to get into the mind of every client, customer, and date you want to win-over now and for the rest of your life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaph...

Get ready to unlearn everything you were told by your parents, teachers, college professors and peers. Elite operators do not strive to be the best -- instead, they strive to be average. And you'll be shocked when you find out why. In this episode, Andrew breaks down how average goals can unlock elite performance in you today, through the new year, and for the rest of your life. Learn more about y...