In the last few weeks we have seen the successful accusation and prosecution of parents held criminally liable for violent behavior on the parts of their children during school shootings in the United States. This turn in the judicial process is raising questions all over the country as people ask themselves whether this is true justice or a violation of individual rights. Today we tackle this question head-on and ask ourselves not only what the purpose is, but what the future holds for this sig...
Sep 08, 2024•32 min•Transcript available on Metacast The whole world is watching the 2024 election in the United States. With high stakes (and high drama!), the race between former President Donald Trump and candidate VP Kamala Harris is sure to be one for the history books. But the real question isn’t who will win… it’s who has a real plan to give Americans a better life. The race doesn’t end in November for the average American… in only STARTS in November. Find your Spy Superpower: https://yt.everydayspy.com/3WNlWB0 CLICK HERE to see Andy and Ji...
Aug 16, 2024•54 min•Ep 150•Transcript available on Metacast After surviving an assassination attempt in Butler, PA, a defiant and proud Trump was whisked away by his secret service detail with blood on his face and his fist high in the sky. While the staunchest anti-Trump and pro-Biden voters out there are unlikely to change their mind, the majority of American voters are still undecided about their final candidate. But in a moment on a hot Pennsylvania afternoon, Trump changed from a villain against democracy to a hero for democracy by taking a bullet i...
Jul 13, 2024•8 min•Ep 149•Transcript available on Metacast Stop data brokers from exposing your personal information. Go to my sponsor https://aura.com/everydayspypodcast to get a 14-day free trial and see how much of yours is being sold. The whole world is watching to see whether sound judgement and humanity will win out in the final hours before Israel launches a possible ground assault into Rafah in the Gaza strip. Warnings from the UN, the Human Rights Watch, and multiple democratic allies including the US have all shared that the assault could cons...
Feb 16, 2024•15 min•Ep 148•Transcript available on Metacast Meet Andy and Jihi this February - the perfect couples Valentine's gift! https://everydayspy.com/couples Americans are dead in Jordan. Iran is to blame. What will happen next? With a full-blown crisis in the Middle East, a war in Europe, and the most important election in Joe Biden’s career just a few months away, the stakes couldn’t be higher. Jihi and I tackle these concerns and more in our first in-studio conversion for 2024. We can’t wait to hear your thoughts and share our own. Find your Sp...
Feb 09, 2024•48 min•Transcript available on Metacast Meet Andy and Jihi this February - the perfect couples Valentine's gift! https://everydayspy.com/couples Marriage gets a lot of bad press, and it's no surprise why! Anyone who has tied the knot only to watch their sex-life decrease, fights increase, and stress peak around kids and career… we totally know your pain. But a ray of hope recently came out for married couples everywhere after a study at University of Chicago. Today, Jihi and I are sharing those results and giving you some insight into...
Feb 06, 2024•53 min•Ep 146•Transcript available on Metacast The war between Israel and Hamas has officially turned into a full blown Middle East Crisis. With rockets and deaths happening from Iran to Iraq, violence has spread far beyond its original border between Gaza and Israel. It's time to have a hard conversation about the people, politics, and perceptions surrounding this growing conflict. And even more importantly, what it might mean for you, us, our families, and the future. Find your Spy Superpower: https://everydayspy.com/spyquiz Learn more fro...
Feb 02, 2024•56 min•Ep 144•Transcript available on Metacast The US Presidential race is speeding up with the Iowa caucus results complete and the New Hampshire Primary coming soon! As Americans watch political promises, lies, and tactics take center stage, Jihi and I wanted to take a minute to break down our perspective of where things are right now, some facts about Iowa, our thoughts on Donald Trump and Nikki Haley, and where we see America (and the world) going next. Find your Spy Superpower: https://everydayspy.com/spyquiz Learn more from Andy: https...
Jan 26, 2024•52 min•Transcript available on Metacast 2024 just started off with a bang! The Taiwan elections, US Missile attacks in Yemen, and the inevitable failure of New Year Resolutions are all on the docket for Jihi and I in our first conversation of the new year. If you are concerned about what is coming in the weeks and months ahead, let us share our perspective and feel free to drop your own comments on where you agree, disagree, or learn something new. Find your Spy Superpower: https://everydayspy.com/spyquiz Learn more from Andy: https:/...
Jan 19, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Ep 142•Transcript available on Metacast The holidays are looming, in-laws are harassing, Israel is bombing, and we all just want a day off! Today is not that day, but you're close – join me and Jihi for a conversation about spy skills to make the rest of 2023 a success, Cuba spy stories, how to beat in-laws at their own game, and of course an update on our life and business. Find your Spy Superpower: https://everydayspy.com/spyquiz Learn more from Andy: https://everydayspy.com/ Join the SpyTribe: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Eve...
Dec 15, 2023•51 min•Transcript available on Metacast Find your Spy Superpower: https://everydayspy.com/spyquiz Learn more from Andy: https://everydayspy.com/ Join the SpyTribe: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EverydaySpy/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everydayspy/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/EverydaySpy...
Dec 08, 2023•48 min•Transcript available on Metacast After a long travel project on the road, Andy is back in the studio just in time to talk about breaking news that points to a potential Intelligence Failure by Israel that could have prevented the surprise attack from Hamas on Oct 7, 2023. With the Gaza cease-fire agreement extended and more hostages being released, the whole world is wondering what happens next. Find your Spy Superpower: https://everydayspy.com/spyquiz Learn more from Andy: https://everydayspy.com/ Join the SpyTribe: Facebook: ...
Dec 01, 2023•56 min•Ep 139•Transcript available on Metacast Technology doesn’t just change your everyday life, it also transforms the battlefield and the face of human conflict. From the Civil War to the War in Ukraine, technology continues to serve both to enhance and destroy human life. As parents and former CIA operatives, Jihi and I are always watching for new innovations in the tech sector. And recent creations from grenade-dropping drones to self-driving cars speak to a strange new era we face as parents, professionals, and partners. If you are as ...
Nov 02, 2023•46 min•Transcript available on Metacast Narrative and propaganda are as real and relevant today as they ever were. And the building blocks for both exist in emotional and rational thinking. Whether you're watching breaking news or reading about the newest fad diet, you are constantly being bombarded with messages that are designed to shape the way you think. In this episode, Jihi and I break down how you can combat the biases built into politics, advertising, and media to keep yourself and your family safe. Find your Spy Superpower: h...
Oct 30, 2023•52 min•Transcript available on Metacast Some of the most impactful skills CIA taught me and Jihi had nothing to do with weapons, locks, or lies. In this episode, we are excited to share what we learned about building, training, and improving personal courage. It's not what you think, and not at all what the movies make it look like. Find your Spy Superpower: https://everydayspy.com/spyquiz Learn more from Andy: https://everydayspy.com/ Join the SpyTribe: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EverydaySpy/ Instagram: https://www.instagram....
Oct 27, 2023•53 min•Ep 137•Transcript available on Metacast Hundreds of thousands of Americans are on strike, in industries from automotive to entertainment. But the history of strikes in America goes back much further than most people realize. And there's a logical reason for why strikes are successful, popular, and on the rise, even though the number of unions in the United States has decreased by almost 300%. Join me and Jihi as we walk through one of the most contentious issues facing America today and what it means for the future of your career, you...
Oct 23, 2023•34 min•Transcript available on Metacast I don’t know how long YouTube will allow this video to stay up. In it, I break down the 3 types of lying techniques President Biden used to influence the American People during his Emergency Presidential address last week. The world is struggling to make sense of what is happening between Israel and Palestine right now. The toll of victims continues to rise, an unprecedented siege of Gaza is expected any day now, and a humanitarian crisis including millions of innocent people is unfolding before...
Oct 23, 2023•49 min•Ep 135•Transcript available on Metacast Check out AURA digital security for yourself for 2-weeks absolutely FREE by clicking on my sponsor link here 👉 https://aura.com/everydayspy Strong-man governments are on the rise and authoritarian regimes are growing in popularity by the day. Nowhere is proof of this massive global shift more clear than in Africa where a record number of coups have taken place in once-hopeful democracies. But before you judge war-torn Africa as a lost cause, consider the fact that we live in a world that reward...
Oct 20, 2023•53 min•Ep 134•Transcript available on Metacast The Hamas incursion into Israel shocked the world, but Israel's response did not. The humanitarian crisis developing in Gaza with each passing day is already capturing the attention of the world within days of the surprise attack. And what comes next is both sad and predictable, in much the same way as Netanyahu's response to the original attack was both sad and predictable. Find your Spy Superpower: https://everydayspy.com/spyquiz Learn more from Andy: https://everydayspy.com/ Join the SpyTribe...
Oct 13, 2023•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast Every parent worries about the trauma they cause their child. And every adult knows the trauma they endured growing up. But what most people don’t realize is that there is a formula that can turn childhood trauma into high-achievement. The same children that grow up feeling ignored, unloved, and not-good-enough can become the adults that do amazing things. CIA knows the formula, and today Jihi and I are giving it to you. Find your Spy Superpower: https://everydayspy.com/spyquiz Learn more from A...
Oct 09, 2023•50 min•Ep 131•Transcript available on Metacast This weekend, the terrorist group Hamas launched a successful surprise attack into Israel that left the world shocked. While some are calling the attack an intelligence failure, Israel has declared war on Hamas in the Gaza strip. With an active war in Europe between Ukraine and Russia rounding a second year, the Middle East was on the brink of peace. So the question everyone is asking is 'Why did Hamas attack NOW?' Today, we answer that question… Find your Spy Superpower: https://everydayspy.com...
Oct 09, 2023•14 min•Ep 130•Transcript available on Metacast It's amazing what you can learn spending one day on a horror movie set! And under all the masks, makeup and monster costumes was a powerful lesson we're excited to share with you today. For anyone frustrated or disappointed by education in America, this is a must-see! Find your Spy Superpower: https://everydayspy.com/spyquiz Learn more from Andy: https://everydayspy.com/ Join the SpyTribe: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EverydaySpy/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everydayspy/ Twitter: ...
Oct 06, 2023•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast I am a total sleep-geek. I love sleep, respect it, crave it, and obey it. I know that makes me a lame date and a bit of a party-pooper, but it’s worth it! Join Jihi and me as we dive deep into what makes sleep work mentally and physically, and how you can transform your sleep habits literally overnight with a few CIA sleep hacks for a great night’s rest. And if you’ve ever wondered what Jih and I did for our first jobs, come sit with us and find out! Find your Spy Superpower: https://everydayspy...
Oct 03, 2023•53 min•Ep 128•Transcript available on Metacast Be sure to checkout the awesome FREE info kit from today’s sponsor Birch Gold at https://birchgold.com/spy The world is experiencing a major shift in global power. Recent international summits from the G20 meeting to the UN General Assembly have shown an increasing divide between East and West. European allies to the US have changed their positions on the Ukraine War, prioritized trade with China and Russia, and are refocusing their efforts on their own domestic issues. Meanwhile, crises in Lati...
Sep 29, 2023•44 min•Transcript available on Metacast You know what it’s like to work too hard, stay up too late, and push yourself a little too far. Burnout is not fun. But it is also predictable and preventable when you know what to look for. The signs aren’t as obvious as you might think! Sit with Jihi and me as we tell you how we learned to identify and avoid burnout in the field running multi-week and multi-month operations. And while you're at it, you can learn about Jihi’s super nerdy fascination with the US Space Force! Find your Spy Superp...
Sep 25, 2023•51 min•Ep 126•Transcript available on Metacast Check out AURA digital security for yourself for 2-weeks absolutely FREE by clicking on my sponsor link here 👉 https://aura.com/everydayspy Today I got taken to SCHOOL on FEMINISM by my brilliant and beautiful wife! If you’ve always wondered what it really means to be ‘feminist,’ if you grew up in a home with a bra-burning momma, or if you just want to hear a couple hilarious stories from two spies with feminist roots – this is the episode to watch! We also get to share a pretty cool little spy...
Sep 22, 2023•46 min•Ep 125•Transcript available on Metacast here are two words that immediately strike hope and sadness into the heart of every married parent… ‘Date Night!’ Hope because we all remember what it’s like to fall in love and have uninterrupted romantic time together. And sadness because we know how impossibly difficult it is to relive those days once you have children. Jihi and I share your pain and are on our own path toward perfecting date night. If you want our recipe for great connection, romance, and mommy-daddy time, tune in! We’ll giv...
Sep 18, 2023•42 min•Ep 124•Transcript available on Metacast Did you ever have a conversation with your significant other and realize they were actually kinda scary? Well, that just happened to me today! And you get to be part of my realization. In the face of her sheer-scariness, I had to come clean about a dirty little secret I’d been keeping from her. Luckily, I have all of you as witnesses to keep me safe… Ready to join us in SkunkWorks? 👉 Apply FREE here: https://everydayspy.com/skunkworks Find your Spy Superpower: https://everydayspy.com/spyquiz Le...
Sep 15, 2023•45 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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 started. Want to read my lesson on what makes a person become a terrorist? Click here 👉 https://every...
Sep 14, 2023•56 min•Ep 122•Transcript available on Metacast 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 technology! When you consider the global impact of technology for both war and peace, you can’t help bu...
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