Everything's Political Season 4 Episode 2 - J. Michael Waller, author of "Big Intel"

In this podcast episode, J. Michael Waller, author of "Big Intel", discusses his journey from an anti-nuclear activist to a CIA insider and author. He explores the history of the CIA, particularly the Dulles brothers' anti-communism efforts, and criticizes the infiltration of critical theory into the intelligence community, tracing its rise to an Obama-era executive order. Waller shares personal anecdotes, including his conservative challenges within the CIA and encounters with notable figures like Bill Casey and Felix Rodriguez. The episode concludes with Waller's perspective on the FBI's and CIA's evolution and the impact of critical theory on their original missions.J. Michael Waller's background and involvement with the CIAThe impact of critical theory within the intelligence communityHistory of the CIA and the influence of critical theoryThe role of the Dulles brothers in fighting communismOperation Ajax and its impact on Iran's animus and extremismInfluence of critical theory in government policies, particularly during the Obama administrationInfluence of critical theory in education policy and government institutionsTipping points leading to the imposition of critical theory across the American governmentFormer President Obama's influence and involvement in policy mattersJ. Michael Waller's personal experiences and challenges as a conservative in the CIA