Published Apr 16, 2020
339: Michele Rigby Assad | My Secret Life in the CIA
Former CIA officer Michele Rigby Assad unveils the true challenges of intelligence work, from busting myths about agency life to mastering interrogation and trust-building across cultural barriers. Her gripping stories of ambushes and survival illuminate the resilience and emotional strength needed to thrive in high-stress, high-stakes environments.

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