This week, delve into the world of Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) with Jason Barrett, the first-ever OSINT Executive at the Office of the Director of National Intelligence. Host Andrew Hammond explores the fascinating evolution of intelligence gathering in the digital age. 🔍
Uncover:
-The revolution of Open-Source Intelligence in the modern era
-Historical examples of OSINT and its impact
-Challenges and opportunities OSINT presents to the Intelligence Community
-The future of OSINT and its integration into traditional intelligence work
-Building trust and transparency through open-source methods
Jason Barrett shares his expertise on how publicly available information is reshaping the intelligence landscape. From Cold War-era techniques to today's digital goldmine, discover why OSINT is becoming a cornerstone of modern intelligence operations.
🧠 Featured Expert:
Jason Barrett: OSINT Executive at the Office of the Director of National Intelligence
💡 Fun Fact: During World War II, the US monitored Nazi propaganda broadcasts to gather intelligence, an early example of OSINT in action.
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Quote of the Week: "We're living in an age when credibility and trust is really important to build. This is an opportunity for the IC to really build that trust, I think in important ways." – Jason Barrett
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HOST - Dr. Andrew Hammond, Ph.D. is Historian & Curator at the International Spy Museum, home of the world's preeminent collection of intelligence-related artifacts. He is author of the forthcoming book: "Struggles for Freedom": Afghanistan & US Foreign Policy Since 1979.