Rolf Mowatt-Larssen
Former CIA and Department of Energy intelligence officer with decades of experience in arms control, counterintelligence, and Moscow station leadership; later authored A State of Mind describing his spiritual and mystical experiences including visions and alleged time-travel episodes.
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Feb 14, 2026 • 4h 29min
CIA Chief Breaks Silence on Time Travel Abilities
Rolf Mowatt-Larssen, former CIA and DOE intelligence officer turned memoirist of spiritual visions, recounts high-stakes national security work and strange mystical experiences. He describes time-travel‑like dreams at Mount Athos, Marian apparitions, WMD and nuclear concerns after 9/11, and encounters that bridge theology, physics, and intelligence tradecraft.
Aug 28, 2024 • 39min
A Window on Russia: Rolf Mowatt-Larssen
Rolf Mowatt-Larssen, a former CIA officer, shares captivating anecdotes revealing the complexities of the Russian mindset, from poignant puppet shows to cultural reflections. He emphasizes how history influences modern Russian geopolitics and the necessity of understanding leaders like Putin through personal experiences. Mowatt-Larssen delves into the psychological impacts of past conflicts on current governance and critiques the regime using metaphors from classic performances. The discussion also touches on the interplay of culture and politics, making for a rich exploration of Russia today.
Feb 7, 2024 • 39min
The 'Russian Mindset': Rolf Mowatt-Larssen
Former CIA Moscow chief Rolf Mowatt-Larssen discusses the 'Russian mindset' and its influence on Putin's actions in Ukraine. Topics include preparing children for dangers, significance of puppet shows, lack of peace in Russia, and reasons for pessimism in the war in Ukraine.
