The CI-Press Podcast

Join co-hosts Ryan Rambo and Jeremy Clark as they dive deep into the remarkable story of CW5(R) Shawn Michaud, whose path from the backwoods of rural Maine led him to the top tiers of US Army counterintelligence (CI). Shawn shares how he learned and mastered the CI craft, starting with surveillance fundamentals, advancing through complex operations, and ultimately supporting combatant commanders at the highest levels of military de...

Join Jeremy Clark and Ryan Rambo on an insightful journey with Mike Houle, a Marine Counterintelligence and Human Intelligence (HUMINT) officer, as he shares his unique experiences from his time in the military (including tours in Iraq and Afghanistan) and the corporate sector.

Discover the challenges and stories behind his transition from a technician to a counterintelligence agent in the Marine Corps. Mike's journey offers a glim...

Join Jeremy Clark and Ryan Rambo in a captivating episode of the CI Press podcast as they dive into the world of counterintelligence with their first female guest, Lisa Gunning.

During this episode, Lisa brings clarity and expertise as she shares her journey from a counterintelligence special agent in the Department of Defense to a leader in tech companies.

Discover her strategies for navigating corporate culture, protecting critic...

Join co-hosts Jeremy Clark and Ryan Rambo in another episode of the CI Press podcast as they explore the dynamic world of counterintelligence (CI). Discover IXN Dispatch, designed to bridge theory and frontline experience for CI professionals from government, industry, and academia. This episode delves into how IXN Dispatch serves as a digital community for sharing insights, surfacing threats, and shaping the future of the CI profe...

Join co-hosts Jeremy Clark and Ryan Rambo in an engaging conversation with Shane Shook, an Air Force veteran with a fascinating journey through military service, aerial reconnaissance, and a successful transition to the cybersecurity field.

In this episode, Shane shares intriguing stories from his time in the Air Force, including his language training in Arabic and his technical endeavors during Desert Storm. He also discusses over...

Join hosts Jeremy Clark and Ryan Rambo in a journey back through a crucial period in history, exploring the collapse of the Soviet Union from a counterintelligence perspective. This episode delves into the dynamics of espionage, key historical events, and the strategic moves that shaped the late 20th century.

The discussion covers pivotal moments from the Vietnam War's conclusion to Gorbachev's reforms, the pivotal 1985's 'Year of ...

Join your hosts Jeremy Clark and Ryan Rambo in this gripping episode of CI Press, where they dive into the critical differences between security and counterintelligence. They navigate through listener Dave's suggestion to demystify how these two essential fields intersect, complement, and differ, ensuring everyone involved understands their distinct roles and responsibilities. Through vivid discussions and real-world insights, Jere...

In this riveting episode of CI Press, co-hosts Jeremy Clark and Ryan Rambo find themselves on opposite sides of the mic—thanks to a clever twist. What started as a routine recording took an unexpected turn when Jeremy slyly tricked Ryan into becoming the guest. The result? An unfiltered, deeply personal conversation you won’t want to miss.

Ryan shares his journey from childhood dreams of becoming an Army Ranger, inspired by militar...

Join co-hosts Jeremy Clark and Ryan Rambo on the CI Press Podcast as they dive into the fascinating realm of counterintelligence with their special guest, Michael Coyne. A retired analyst from the FBI, Mike shares insights from his extensive career navigating the complex world of espionage and security. From his early days during the end of the Cold War to adapting to the rise of near-peer threats, Mike offers a unique perspective ...

In this engaging episode, Ryan Rambo and Jeremy Clark explore the dynamic world of counterintelligence in the corporate sector.

The hosts passionately discuss the core of counterintelligence work (information collection, assessment, and analysis, and operations) and its critical role in making informed decisions to outmaneuver threats. With humor, they dispel misconceptions about spying, emphasizing the genuine goal of protecting c...

Join co-hosts Jeremy Clark and Ryan Rambo in this episode of CI Press as they delve into a compelling conversation with counterintelligence veteran, and IXN's Chief of Training, Dave A. Turner. With a storied career spanning over 40 years, Dave shares his journey from signal intelligence soldier to a celebrated counterintelligence officer, educator, trainer, and subject matter expert.

Dave reveals the significance of rigorous train...

In this episode of the CI Press Podcast, join hosts Ryan Rambo and Jeremy Clark as we sit down with counterintelligence veteran Doug Yeates for an in-depth conversation about his remarkable journey from leaping out of airplanes as an airborne paratrooper to becoming a Technical Surveillance Countermeasure (TSCM) expert. Doug recounts compelling stories from his military service, including his work supporting war-fighters in the Mid...

Join co-hosts Jeremy Clark and Ryan Rambo as they delve into the complex world of corporate counterintelligence investigations. Discover what initiates these high-stakes inquiries, from insider threats to suspected misconduct, and how they are strategically planned and executed. The conversation explores key aspects including legal and ethical considerations, coordinated threat hunting, and the precise steps taken to quickly valida...

Join co-hosts Jeremy Clark and Ryan Rambo in this episode of the CI Press podcast as they dive into the intricacies of counterintelligence within the corporate world. The discussion explores how corporate requirements and policies mirror military strategies in safeguarding proprietary information. Discover the essential role employees play in identifying and reporting security concerns, and learn how C-suite leaders can build a t...

In this episode of the CI Press Podcast, hosts Jeremy Clark and Ryan Rambo sit down with counterintelligence veteran Ray LaFave to explore his extraordinary career spanning over four decades. From his early days as a military police officer to his transition into counterintelligence, Ray shares invaluable insights and stories from his time on the front lines of intelligence operations. Listen in as he reflects on his experiences ...

In this episode of the CI Press Counterintelligence Podcast, hosts Jeremy Clark and Ryan Rambo dive into an engaging conversation with U.S. Army CW5 (ret.) Glenn Jones, a renowned figure in the counterintelligence community. Glenn draws from his extensive career spanning four decades to share invaluable insights on the evolution of counterintelligence from the Cold War era to the post-9/11 world. He reflects on his experiences acro...