PBD Podcast "Mossad Is Reckless!" - Ex-Spy Andrew Bustamante EXPOSES CIA, Mossad & China's GLOBAL Agenda | PBD Podcast | Ep. 629
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Aug 14, 2025 
Andrew Bustamante, a former CIA officer and founder of Everyday Spy, shares fascinating insights into the world of espionage. He contrasts the operational styles of intelligence agencies, particularly CIA and Mossad, shedding light on their geopolitical roles. Bustamante discusses his planned disappearance for safety, the intricate dynamics of intelligence gathering, and the ethical dilemmas faced by spies. He also touches on controversial topics like the Epstein case and the Sino-American intelligence rivalry, all while weaving in his personal experiences from the field.
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Few CIA Officers Remain In Iran
- Andrew estimated the US currently has fewer than a dozen CIA officers in Iran at one time.
- Rogue states systematically expel or punish suspected foreign assets, making recruitment very risky.
Israel As America's Frontline Buffer
- Israel functions as a pragmatic frontline defense for the U.S., absorbing regional threats American policy prefers not to face directly.
- That partnership trades American distance for Israeli on-the-ground action and intelligence collection.
Why Israel Actively Leverages U.S. Ties
- Israel lobbies and leverages relationships because it cannot rely on shifting U.S. rhetoric or permanent protections.
- That pragmatic self-defense and entrepreneurship shape its foreign policy and influence tactics.
