A Note from James:

"That was insane. Kevin Shipp, 17 years with the CIA, then, he had some wild experiences that led to him leaving the CIA. He wrote, just published a book that he published without the CIA's permission. It's called Twilight of the Shadow Government. And I got almost scared during this interview that maybe I shouldn't even release this podcast episode. I don't want to say anything. He didn't say anything that was like crazy or off the deep end. I just got scared. And when you listen to the episode or, and read the book, you'll see why. So I'm just going to go right into it. And I'd love to hear your comments. Here it is. Twilight of the Shadow Government about the CIA."

Episode Description:

In this episode, former CIA officer Kevin Shipp sits with James Altucher to unravel secrets and operations that rarely see the light of day. With over 17 years in the CIA, Shipp shares personal experiences that highlight systemic issues, unexplained cover-ups, and the often unchecked influence of intelligence agencies on public policy and global events. The discussion spans decades and touches on topics from high-profile events to shadow government operations, all detailed in Kevin's book Twilight of the Shadow Government. This episode dives into the real-world implications of intelligence, secrecy, and the inner workings of the CIA.

What You’ll Learn:

1. The Inner Workings of the CIA: How operations are conducted behind the scenes and the influence they wield over government decisions.
2. Shadow Government Dynamics: Shipp explains what he calls the "shadow government" and its implications on U.S. foreign and domestic policy.
3. The Cost of Speaking Out: Hear about the personal risks and consequences Shipp faced after publishing his book and coming forward with his experiences.
4. Critical Events in U.S. History: Insight into high-stakes moments, from the Kennedy assassination to 9/11, and the CIA's possible involvement.
5. Reforming Intelligence Agencies: Shipp's views on necessary changes within intelligence organizations to restore accountability and transparency.

Timestamped Chapters:

• [00:01:30] - Introduction to Kevin Shipp and his background in the CIA.
• [00:03:01] - Media, government, and intelligence connections.
• [00:06:48] - Reflecting on personal experiences with DEI within the CIA.
• [00:14:02] - Strange intelligence operations and moments of disillusionment.
• [00:24:15] - Dangerous assignments and shocking security oversights.
• [00:36:33] - The recruitment and "elite" culture within the CIA.
• [00:47:04] - Distinguishing the "shadow government" and the deep state.
• [01:01:26] - CIA's historic influence on global and national events.

Additional Resources:

• Twilight of the Shadow Government by Kevin Shipp and Kent Heckenlively

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