Episode 69: Unveiling U.S. National Security – Insights with Former CIA Officer Sam Faddis

This week on What A Week, we’re joined by Sam Faddis, a former CIA operations officer, counterterrorism expert, and current editor at AND.com magazine. With years of experience in intelligence and covert operations, Sam provides a deep dive into the complexities of U.S. national security, foreign policy, and the global geopolitical landscape. In this episode, Sam pulls back the curtain on his time in the CIA, including his mission to Iraq to search for weapons of mass destruction and how intelligence operations have evolved since then. We discuss the pressing national security threats facing the U.S. today, from the crisis at the southern border to the rising influence of China and Russia. Sam also shares his insights on the challenges facing America from within—like election integrity and political divisiveness—and how these issues could shape the future of the country. Whether you’re interested in the behind-the-scenes world of intelligence or want to understand more about the critical global events shaping our present and future, this episode is packed with hard-hitting truths and invaluable insights. Listen now and don’t forget to subscribe! Support Us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/whataweekpodcast Check out THE ROOT BRANDS for health and wellness solutions: Visit https://therootbrands.com/ and use promo code “WAW20” for an exclusive discount! #SamFaddis #CIA #NationalSecurity #WhatAWeekPodcast #Intelligence #BorderCrisis #ChinaThreat #ForeignPolicy #ElectionIntegrity #GlobalPolitics #ANDMagazine #Spotify #Rumble #RootWellness