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The Negative Effects of Power on Intelligence Agencies
14:05 - 19:31 (05:26)
This podcast episode discusses how the negative effects of power on leaders have resulted in bad information from intelligence agencies. The decline of American power and influence, the rise of foreign authoritarian powers, and a shrinking U.S. economy are also explored.
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Prioritizing the President's interests over the long-term success of the United States can result in a decline of American power and influence, and benefit short-term success.
14:05 - 16:12 (02:07)
Summary
Prioritizing the President's interests over the long-term success of the United States can result in a decline of American power and influence, and benefit short-term success. However, the challenge is that the people who get the opportunity to prioritize aren't always making a meritorious list.
ChapterThe Negative Effects of Power on Intelligence Agencies
Episode#310 – Andrew Bustamante: CIA Spy
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The President's view on the CIA's intelligence can determine the agency's funding and whether or not their employees feel their work is valued.
16:13 - 17:43 (01:30)
Summary
The President's view on the CIA's intelligence can determine the agency's funding and whether or not their employees feel their work is valued.
ChapterThe Negative Effects of Power on Intelligence Agencies
Episode#310 – Andrew Bustamante: CIA Spy
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Throughout history, leaders with an authoritarian mindset have been susceptible to the corrupting effects of power, which results in leaders seeking information that aligns with their worldview.
17:43 - 19:31 (01:47)
Summary
Throughout history, leaders with an authoritarian mindset have been susceptible to the corrupting effects of power, which results in leaders seeking information that aligns with their worldview. This has led to the funding of private intelligence companies by leaders, such as Vladimir Putin, that provide information that supports their propaganda.