CIA Risk Assessment Method: The Unseen Architecture of Covert Ops and Everyday Life
Risk assessment, a term that might strike as buzzword-laden corporate jargon to some, but for a Central...
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Coercive Persuasion Tradecraft
In tradecraft, coercive persuasion is a form of psychological manipulation that’s used to change an individual’s beliefs,...
OnGARD Door Brace: Review
In the demanding and ever-evolving field of security, both at a national level and at our very...
‘Assessing The Situation’ Like a Spy
This tradecraft method is a fundamental skill that CIA officers rely on to accomplish their mission. This...
Rapid Rope: Review
The Rapid Rope is a new type of rope that packs and rolls extremely compact in a...
How to Identify Enemies in Your Midst
In the clandestine world of intelligence, a fundamental tradecraft skill is the ability to discern friend from...
Guerrilla Warfare Tactics and Tradecraft
Guerrilla warfare is deeply ingrained in the idea of ‘tradecraft.’ Revolving around the principles of stealth, intelligence,...
Counter-Surveillance Detection
The tradecraft primer and guide on counter-surveillance detection for use as a professional in operations and as...
What Would Happen to The US Dollar if The United States Falls?
Picture this: you’re huddled around your AM/FM radio, the last vestige of the Old World’s tech, listening...
The Science of Tradecraft: From Cold War Gadgets to Modern Digital Espionage
The annals of espionage history are filled with intrigue, danger, and a surprising amount of technological innovation....
The Navy SEALs Standard Issue Handgun: Glock 19
The Navy SEALs, an elite special operations force, have recently transitioned from the SIG Sauer P226 to...
How to Handle Irate Customers Like a Spy
The civilian’s guide on how to handle irate customers like a CIA officer for “normal” retail and...