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Behind the Headlines: How Intelligence Shapes Global Decisions with Nadeem Iqbal
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In this episode of 9–5 Exit Plan, I sit down with former U.S. intelligence analyst and national security expert Nadeem Iqbal, who brings more than 15 years of experience across intelligence, military operations, and U.S. defence policy.
Having worked with the Defense Intelligence Agency, supported CIA and Pentagon assignments, and deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan, Nadeem offers a professional perspective on how intelligence is analysed, how risks are assessed, and how information informs major decisions.
We discuss military strategy, geopolitical conflict, intelligence analysis, misinformation, confirmation bias, and the challenge of making high-stakes decisions when the available information is incomplete.
We also explore what everyday people and business leaders can learn from intelligence professionals about critical thinking, evaluating evidence, challenging assumptions, and navigating uncertainty.
If you’ve ever wondered what happens behind the headlines — or how to make better decisions in an increasingly complex world — this conversation will challenge the way you think about information, leadership, and global affairs.
To connect with Nadeem Iqbal and learn more about his work in intelligence, national security, and geopolitics, visit his website:
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