{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The Intelligence Advantage ","title":"From Moscow to Orbis: Chris Steele on Trust, Democracy, and the Intelligence World","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":4166,"description":"Welcome to The Intelligence Advantage podcast.In this episode, host Gary Miller sits down with Chris Steele, founder and CEO of Orbis Business Intelligence, to explore the fascinating journey from British intelligence officer to high-profile investigator. Chris Steele shares formative experiences from his early days in the Foreign Office, his time in Moscow during the dramatic collapse of the Soviet Union, and insights into how cross-cultural trust and relationship-building shape the work of intelligence professionals.The conversation dives into highlights from Chris Steele’s career, including the transition to the private sector, the challenges of modern lawfare, and his unique perspective on democracy’s fragility in today’s world. With anecdotes ranging from life-changing events in Russia to headline-making investigations in the US, Chris Steele offers honest reflections on personal challenges, public scrutiny, and the ever-evolving world of intelligence and investigation.Timestamps:00:00:00 Introduction00:09:55 Cambridge Experience and Personal Growth00:15:36 Freedom, Society, and Perspective00:17:04 Democracy's Global Decline00:25:57 Diplomat's Insights on Soviet Russia00:29:51 Bizarre Day After Moscow Coup00:35:37 Rigorous Intelligence Training Described00:43:13 How Rigorous Are Intelligence Services?00:47:56 Intelligence Practices and Private Sector00:51:49 Focus on Russia, Not America00:58:49 Embracing Media for Geopolitical Debate01:00:20 Legal Tactics Silencing Critics01:05:44 Public Figure Defamation StandardsIf you’re curious about covert operations, real-life spy stories, and what it takes to safeguard democracy, this episode is not to be missed! Don’t forget to subscribe to the Intelligence Advantage podcast for more fascinating discussions with industry leaders and to stay updated on future episodes!Video Production & Editing: PodLabhttps://www.podlab.agency/#IntelligenceAdvantage #TheIntelligenceAdvantagePodcast #GaryMiller #IntelligencePodcast...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/v_jBTvX5YoCWjZ7lVo4y9I96BPnwxLLX_WeNocfaTvI/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS81OGM0/M2Y5M2M5MzNkYmYw/ZjQxOGI0NDUzYzM5/ZWJkYS5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}