Best Spys Podcasts (2024)

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Sandra Auchter: Badassy 1:11:04

1M ago1:11:04

1:11:04

On our Season 6 finale, we are joined by the incredible Sandra Auchter, Director of NGA Denver. A self described foreign policy wonk, she's known to listen to alternate between NPR and Wall Street Journal podcasts and Beyonce's latest music. From discussing the foundational INT to what Sandra's 'walk-out' song would be, tune in for a truly fun epis…

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SPYS’ YouthPowerMN℠ Leadership Institute Celebration, Winter 2024 22:33

2M ago22:33

22:33

In this episode of Rewriting the Rules®, we take listeners to a YouthPowerMN℠ Leadership Institute celebration following SPYS’ business partnership event with Allina Health called There’s a Career for You in Healthcare. This partnership event included a mentorship over 3-months between Allina Health adult leaders and SPYS’ YouthPowerMN℠ Leadership …

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Caitlin Marsh: Evergreen 1:01:05

2M ago1:01:05

1:01:05

On this episode we are joined by Caitlin Marsh, an engineer by training but a true social engineer at heart. She is currently VP of Product at SpiderOak and has served in multiple roles across the IC. Empathetic, kind and a little bit spicy, Caitlin is an incredible mentor who isn't afraid to jump at new opportunities or try something new. Hosted o…

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GAME ON! Closing the Gap between Gaming and Schooling. 19:38

2M ago19:38

19:38

St. Paul Youth Services (SPYS) continues to Amplify Youth Voice & Power to Contribute to Our Community in this episode of Rewriting the Rules®. For this podcast conversation, our host Dr. Tracine Asberry chats with youth author Miles Asberry-Wallace and his best friend Connor Walford about games as a tool for learning. The young people share insigh…

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Maureen "Marty" Fromuth: Danvers 1:02:11

2M ago1:02:11

1:02:11

On this episode we are joined by the amazing Maureen "Marty" Fromuth. Marty currently serves in the Air Force Reserves as the Chief of Staff for Legislative Affairs at United States Cyber Command. Her career spans nearly 17 years in and out of government and the tech industry. Tune in to hear Marty dive into topics like Housewives, the importance o…

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SPYS’ Podcast Interview/Youth Panel, SPYS’ Pre-Charge Diversion Symposium 25:08

2M ago25:08

25:08

Pushing limits is quite honestly a healthy part of youth development. How we respond to young people when they act out can dramatically alter the course of their lives for the better or much, much worse. At SPYS, we’re creating a community-wide culture in which young people feel not just welcome, but wanted everywhere they go. We are showing youth …

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Special Panel Episode | See Her Be Her 1:06:02

3M ago1:06:02

1:06:02

In this special panel episode titled See Her Be Her, hosted by Marymount University and the Marymount Intelligence Club, Megan and Cadie sit down with butterflies Carmen Medina (Rebel at Work), Arlene Gaylord (Corazón), and Stephanie La Rue (Mija). They dive into the concept if you can see her, you can be her and how they were each other’s “her.” A…

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Debora Plunkett: Steel Scale 50:59

3M ago50:59

50:59

On this episode we are joined by the amazing Debora Plunkett, former Director of Information Assurance at the National Security Agency (NSA). Tune in to hear Debora discuss her illustrious career within the NSA, her time serving on the National Security Council, and what it was like working as CSI before CSI was cool. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com…

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Linda Weissgold: Reality check 53:21

4M ago53:21

53:21

On this episode we are joined by Linda Weissgold, former Deputy Director of Analysis at CIA. Our most requested guest to date, tune in to hear her realistic and candid descriptions of her time in the Intelligence Community. From briefing George W. Bush to her time as an analyst covering the Middle East, there are so many moments you won't want to m…

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Miles The Author & His Audience. "LIVE" Podcast Recording Part 3 of 3 20:19

4M ago20:19

20:19

In Part 3 of our “LIVE” Event Recording! Series, guests who joined us to hear from youth author & illustrator Miles Asberry-Wallace asked him questions about his creative journey. In this episode, you’ll hear insights from Miles about his process and plans for the future. The launch of Miles’ first published comic book, Kings of Quests: A Tale of B…

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Uyen Dinh: Diamond Eye 50:01

4M ago50:01

50:01

On this episode we are joined by Uyen Dinh. Uyen is currently the VP for Government Relations and Strategy at Black Sky and served several years as a Hill Staffer in roles at the House Armed Services Committee and the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence. Uyen describes herself as energetic, fun, and positive; we have no doubt you'll ag…

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WE ARE LIVE with YOUTH AUTHOR MILES ASBERRY-WALLACE Part 2 of 3 26:37

4M ago26:37

26:37

In Part 2 of our “LIVE” Event Recording! Series, Youth Host Connor Walford conducts “man on the street” interviews with guests joining us to hear from Youth Author & Illustrator Miles Asberry-Wallace and share their favorite books, authors, and reasons why reading is important to critically and creatively make sense of and navigate our world, our l…

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Kristi Scott: Red October 1:07:43

4M ago1:07:43

1:07:43

Welcome to the Season 6 premiere of the Iron Butterfly Podcast. Megan and Cadie sit down with Kristi Scott, a lawyer with over two decades of experience in the intelligence community and national security, specializing in privacy and civil liberties law. This episode is full of laughs, and conversations ranging from reality TV to the whether or not…

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WE ARE LIVE: With Youth Author Miles Asberry-Wallace Part 1 of 3 10:35

5M ago10:35

10:35

For our second episode of Rewriting the Rules® Season 3, we’re launching a three-episode series resulting from SPYS’ Podcast “LIVE” Event Recording held on Wednesday, February 7th. The youth-led event explored the power of dreams, the power of our stories, and the power of a beloved community that wraps its arms around one inspiring Black young man…

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Season 6 Teaser 24:15

5M ago24:15

24:15

The Iron Butterfly Podcast is back and fiercer than ever! Join Megan and Cadie as they share exciting updates about the team, plans for 2024, and the new Iron Butterfly Studio. Season 6 will premiere on March 3, 2024. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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L.O.V.E. Unapologetically with SPYS' YouthPowerMN℠ Leaders 42:49

5M ago42:49

42:49

For Season 3, Ep. 1, of Rewriting the Rules®, we are talking about L.O.V.E.— With everything going on in the world. And all the things that we’re focused on locally and nationally, we rarely see or hear about the opportunities we, as adults, create to engage our young people in conversations about love. For this episode, we take time to speak with …

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Season 3 Trailer 0:36

6M ago0:36

0:36

By St. Paul Youth Services

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Arlene Gaylord: Corazón 51:21

7M ago51:21

51:21

On our Season Finale we are joined by the extraordinary Arlene Gaylord. Arlene has spent 32+ years at the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and is the Executive Assistant Director (EAD) of the Information and Technology Branch (ITB). She discusses a range of topics from creating effective and lasting change by using your seat at the table to si…

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Reconnect to Your Roots Through Travel Ft. Georgina Lorencz 52:15

7M ago52:15

52:15

For our seventh episode of Rewriting the Rules℠ Season 2, we’re shining a light on Georgina Lorencz, whose work builds on power and genius fundamental to Black communities. Our host, Dr. Tracine Asberry, talks with Georgina about her work helping people to connect to their roots and identity. Our aim with the conversation is to tell the truth. We d…

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Vinita Fordham: Ms. Marvel 36:35

8M ago36:35

36:35

Episode Summary: This week we are joined by Vinita Fordham, a technology leader working at the cutting edge. Vinita is Chief Innovation Officer for Bridge Core, LLC and previously served as an AI specialist leader at Deloitte focused on delivering and advocating for mission ready AI strategies and solutions. She also served as a senior executive in…

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Tasha Jones: Ghost Phoenix 41:43

8M ago41:43

41:43

This episode we are joined by the amazing Tasha Jones, a U.S. Navy Veteran and Founder of Twenty39, a purpose built solutions and services partner leveraging over twenty five years’ experience in the U.S. government market space. Tasha discusses how she transitioned from government into the business world and is an ardent supporter and champion of …

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Be the Business Leader our BIPOC Youth Deserve ft. Frederick Bw'Ombongi, Vice President of Operations Clinical and Support Services with Allina Health. 45:52

8M ago45:52

45:52

For our sixth episode of Rewriting the Rules℠ Season 2, we’re continuing our focus on being the adult we wished we had as a child and teen from the perspectives of our business leaders. This is how we continue Creating a Community That Wraps Its Arms Around Our Youth. For today’s episode, we welcome Frederick Bw’Ombongi, a leader in the health care…

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Jen Sovada: Interstellar 33:26

9M ago33:26

33:26

On this episode we are joined by Colonel (Ret.) Jen Sovada. Jen is the President of SandboxAQ’s Global Public Sector and previously served in the Air Force dedicating 25 years to various positions in operational test, systems interoperability, and requirements definition. Listen in to hear her speak to the importance of building community and lifti…

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Mothers as Loving Experts (Part 3 of 3) 46:07

9M ago46:07

46:07

For our fifth episode of Rewriting the Rules℠ Season 2, we’re continuing our focus on being the adult we wished we had as a child and teen, from the perspectives of our mothers and grandmothers. For this episode, host Dr. Tracine Asberry, Executive Director of St. Paul Youth Services, has a Sunday Dinner Conversation with two of our loving experts …

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Anjuma Goswami Karkera | Fierce Something-or-Another 53:38

9M ago53:38

53:38

On this episode we are joined by the fierce Anjuma Goswami Karkera. Anjuma is the CEO of a non-profit professional services organization and previously excelled in roles at the National Geospatial Intelligence Agency (NGA) and the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA). Tune in to hear her discuss how being bold and authentic paved the way for her journ…

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Mothers as Loving Experts (Part 2 of 3) 56:46

9M ago56:46

56:46

For our fourth episode of Rewriting the Rules℠ Season 2, we’re continuing our focus on being the adult we wished we had as a child and teen, from the perspectives of our mothers and grandmothers. This is how we continue to create a community that wraps its arms around our youth. For today’s episode, we welcome back two of our mothers and loving exp…

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Special Live Episode | Firefly, Mija, and Simple Patriot 54:24

9M ago54:24

54:24

In this special episode, hosted by Texas A&M University's The Bush School of Government & Public Service, Megan Jaffer and Cadie Hopkins conduct a live panel discussion with butterflies; Laura Thomas, Stephanie La Rue, and the Honorable Sue Gordon. The panel takes an independent look at women in the intelligence community and where they were on his…

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Mothers as Loving Experts (Part 1 of 3) 44:39

10M ago44:39

44:39

For our third episode of Rewriting the Rules℠ Season 2, we’re continuing our focus on being the adult we wished we had as a child and teen, from the perspectives of our mothers. For this episode, we’re taking a panel approach, mirroring a Sunday Dinner conversation. Through this conversation, we listen, learn, and build in community and see that we…

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Sarah Mineiro: Plasma Unicorn 36:13

10M ago36:13

36:13

On this episode, we are joined by Sarah Mineiro, a total bad-ass self-proclaimed space nerd and one of the funniest ladies we know. Sarah is the founder and CEO of Tanagra Enterprises, a defense, intelligence, space, science and technology consulting firm based in the DC area. Sarah has worked within the national security and defense sector for ove…

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Be the Adult You Wished You Had as a Teen Ft. Jamil Stamschror-Lott 42:14

10M ago42:14

42:14

For our second episode of Rewriting the Rules℠ Season 2, we focused on Creating a Community That Wraps Its Arms Around Our Youth. Our host, Dr. Tracine Asberry, Executive Director of St. Paul Youth Services (SPYS), spoke with one of her former SPYS’ Behavior Intervention Program Specialists, longtime community leader, and current licensed social wo…

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Teresa Shea: Jinx Johnson 37:02

10M ago37:02

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On our season 5 premiere, we are joined by the incredible Teresa Shea. Teresa has served more than 35 years in intelligence and defense within the public and private sector. She served as Executive Vice President of Technology and director of Cyber-Reboot at In-Q-Tel. She joined In-Q-Tel after a distinguished thirty-two-year career with the Nationa…

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The Making of a Teacher of the Year Featuring Dr. Lee-Ann Stephens 41:29

11M ago41:29

41:29

We're back for a new season at Rewriting the Rules℠ with Dr. Lee-Ann Stephens, Minnesota Teacher of Year (2006). Lee-Ann joins the podcast to kick off Season 2 by welcoming students back into the classrooms across the globe, detailing evidence on what makes a GREAT teacher in the classroom, AND offering recommendations to decision-makers locally, n…

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Season 5 Teaser 8:13

11M ago8:13

8:13

The Iron Butterfly Podcast team is back to share exciting updates and what to expect in the upcoming season premiering September 12th! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Psychic Detective Debbie Malone Investigates Brett Cantor's Cold Case 30:07

12M ago30:07

30:07

Join renowned psychic detective Debbie Malone as she delves into the unsolved murder of music executive Brett Cantor, who was tragically killed on July 30, 1993. In this fascinating episode, Debbie Malone is joined by three other leading psychic mediums, including Troy Griffin and Jusstine Kenzer, to explore the mysterious events surrounding Brett …

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Casefile Presents: Dragonfly, Brett Cantor Murder Mystery Trailer 3:54

1y ago3:54

3:54

Listen to the new Dragonfly trailer from Casefile Presents a rock 'n' roll true crime story that premieres on July 18, 2023. Step inside the shadowy world of the 90s music industry with Casefile Presents. We go behind the velvet ropes to explore the exclusive Hollywood club scene and the nightlife king and queen pins who ruled it. At the center of …

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Iron Butterfly | Special Episode – Documentary Announcement 23:23

1y ago23:23

23:23

On this special episode, the Iron Butterfly team returns to announce our new project, the first feature film documentary about women in the intelligence community. The team discusses how we got here, why this project matters, and when the podcast will return from hiatus. Tune in for some exciting updates! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for …

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Season One Recap with Tracine 5:10

1y ago5:10

5:10

Thank you for joining us on Season One of the Rewriting the Rules podcast!! This season, we explored the legacies of strength, creativity, and innovation in Black communities, Indigenous communities, and communities of color. It’s been a joy and a labor of love to get to sit in conversation with all of our amazing guests and to share their wisdom w…

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What We Got Wrong ft. Youth Leader, Kyra Hughes-Bester 40:17

1y ago40:17

40:17

Kyra Bester-Hughes is a remarkable youth leader and a friend of St. Paul Youth Services. She joins the podcast for a fearless conversation that explores some of the mistakes adults have made when working with her through challenging times; as well as what they’ve gotten right. Tracine and Kyra also talk about SPYS’ youth-centric approach, where Kyr…

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What is Intersectional Racial Equity ft. Jason Jackson 1:11:37

1y ago1:11:37

1:11:37

What does it mean to live fully and free? In this episode, Tracine invites longtime friend, Jason Jackson, a Human Resources Diversity and Inclusion consultant for HealthPartners (a US-based Medical Insurance Company) into our ongoing discussion on how the practice of love shows up in our work and in our lives. For this episode, they explore the co…

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Making a Superhero with Crown the Writer 1:15:09

1y ago1:15:09

1:15:09

Emerging fiction, picture book, and comic book writer, Crown Shepherd (aka Crown the Writer) joins the podcast to explore the journey of discovering and harnessing her own superpower and genius. Crown's writing is deeply rooted in her upbringing and surroundings and she draws on her experiences to create Black characters who are a representation of…

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‘Wail Song’ by Author, Chaun Webster - Wading Through and Against Antiblackness 45:19

1+ y ago45:19

45:19

Chaun Webster, Graphic Designer, Publisher and Poet, is back on the podcast to talk about and read from his newly published poetry collection, Wail Song. Chaun describes Wail Song as an “attempt at care,” which also “lays bare how the construction of the human and the animal both rely on Black abjection.” In this episode, Chaun discusses this long …

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Black People Don't Use Measuring Spoons ft. Leah Penniman 41:15

1+ y ago41:15

41:15

‘Black People Don’t Use Measuring Spoons’ is the third installment of our Women’s History Month series. In this episode, Tracine talks to Leah Penniman, a Black Kreyol farmer, mother, soil nerd, author and food justice activist from Soul Fire Farm in Grafton, New York. Together, they explore the connections that Black communities, Indigenous Commun…

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