

EverydaySpy Podcast
Andrew Bustamante
Hosted by former covert CIA intelligence officers Andrew Bustamante and Jihi Bustamante, the EverydaySpy Podcast gives you practical, powerful spy skills and insights you can use everyday. From parenthood fixes to career shortcuts, business hacks to geopolitical insights, this pod is for you if you are looking for frank, honest, and hilariously relatable truth from two real-world field operatives who have done and seen things they can't talk about (and will never forget).
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Jan 5, 2021 • 18min
Covert Signals and the Business of Spying
Welcome to Season 5! The goal for this season is to start taking action on the skills we've mastered in the last 4 seasons. That means its time to talk about field tradecraft! And the best place to start studying tradecraft is with covert signals. In this episode, Andrew explains covert signals you've seen in movies and a few you've never heard of. You might be surprised to learn how many signals you aren't even aware you are missing... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 10, 2020 • 9min
Spying on Season 5
It's been an exciting and fun 4 seasons of growth! And I'm super pumped to give you a peak into what I am working on for season 5. If you've been thinking about jump-starting your plans for 2021, then you are in the right place. This is a community that serves you... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 18, 2020 • 18min
The Anatomy of a Conspiracy
It's never wise to laugh off a conspiracy too quickly. History has given us enough examples of conspiracies proven true that we would be wise to listen before we laugh. But what makes a conspiracy happen in the first place? In this episode, Andrew cuts to the heart of conspiracy too show you where conspiracy theories come from and how they grow. And if you are ready to take a conspiracy challenge, visit EverydaySpy.com/live to test your skills. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 10, 2020 • 17min
The Missing Link in the Info Chain
Spy movies and mainstream media always talk about the process of 'analysis'. Many of the world's top experts even carry the title of 'analyst.' But the value of analysis and the power of an analyst is based in a skill you rarely ever hear about. In this episode, Andrew gives you the skeleton key to unlocking information like a spy and puts the power of analysis into your hands... forever. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 3, 2020 • 10min
That Awkward Phase of High School and Presidential Elections
There is a pattern to information. You have seen the pattern in your everyday life, from high school to today, because it is human nature. And you are about to see the final phase of the pattern all over headlines and media. In this episode, Andrew describes the information phase know as 'information overload' and how it is used to deceive you to steal your attention. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 27, 2020 • 16min
What Librarians and CIA Agents Have in Common
People mistake information as something you have to personally have in your mind. They assume that If you know a lot of information, you are smart, if you don't, you are dumb. Nothing could be further from the truth. In this episode, Andrew explains why information doesn't have to be in your head to be of value to you, and he shares a few secret people that can help you gain access to information you never even dreamed possible. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 20, 2020 • 26min
Everyday Precision Without the Bullets
Communication blunders can lead to chaos, especially within families. This discussion delves into personal stories that showcase the complexities of conveying messages, particularly during planning mishaps like a Halloween trip. It highlights the power of precise language to prevent misunderstandings and de-escalate conflicts. Listeners learn how strategic communication can be a game changer in both personal relationships and professional settings, proving that clarity is key to fostering understanding and harmony.

Oct 13, 2020 • 20min
The Two Lies You Will Remember From This Day Forward
Explore the fascinating world of lies and their intentions. Discover how our understanding of misinformation versus disinformation shapes our daily decisions and perceptions of truth. Personal stories highlight the impact of these concepts on both individual lives and global politics. The conversation reveals the enduring nature of certain lies and why they stick with us, leaving listeners with food for thought on navigating a landscape filled with deceit.

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Oct 7, 2020 • 35min
How to Dissect a News Article to Tell if it's Real News
In this podcast, the host dissects a news article to teach listeners how to determine if it's real news. They discuss the manipulative language used, analyze the discrepancy between the article and the FBI's statement, and explore the financial aspects and political bias of journalism. They also emphasize the importance of understanding information manipulation and gaining an advantage in the age of fake news.

Sep 29, 2020 • 15min
How to Stay Three Steps Ahead of the Next President
The 2020 Presidential debates begin tonight and both candidates are going to lie to your face without getting caught. How? Using a mental loophole that politicians, advertisers and dictators have used for generations. In this episode, Andrew prepares you to see through debate deceptions and distractions so you can see the truth that millions of other voters will miss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


