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Iron Butterfly

Iron Butterfly Media
Intelligence Community
National Security
CIA
Women In Intelligence
Eloise Page
FBI
Middle East
Women In National Security
Women In the Intelligence Community
Artificial Intelligence
Diversity In Leadership
Women's Leadership
Government Contracting
Representation In Intelligence Community
Cybersecurity
Entrepreneurship
Puerto Rico
Mentoring Programs
AWS
Counter-Terrorism

The first podcast by and for women in the US Intelligence Community, The Iron Butterfly Podcast brings you real stories from women in intelligence.

Eighty years ago, Eloise Page joined the Office of Strategic Services, trailblazing a path for what ultimately became the United States Intelligence Community. She rose the ranks from secretary to case officer, defying the norms of her time, and eventu... more

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In the powerful Season 8 finale, we sit down with Celia "CC" Durall—CEO of CD Possibilities, leadership coach, and a former force within the Department of Defense and Intelligence Community. With a career rooted in human capital and workforce strateg... more

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In this special FVEY episode, we’re joined by Lucy Ferguson, Minister Counsellor for Foreign, Security and Development Policy at the British Embassy in Washington, DC. With a career spanning pivotal global roles—including working directly with the Br... more

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Today’s episode features the remarkable Yolanda, an Associate Partner in Cybersecurity whose career spans everything from scaling antenna towers to exploring the quantum computing horizon. Yolanda takes us through her one-of-a-kind journey—beginning ... more

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In this episode, we sit down with Rupal Patel, Founder and CEO of The Global Leadership Lab, who’s on a mission to redefine what leadership means in today’s complex, fast-changing world. Her journey to the C-suite is anything but conventional—and tha... more

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Recent Guests

Cece Durall
CEO of CD Possibilities, helps leaders find clarity and courage.
Bilingual Research Tech
Episode: CC Durall: Wave Rider on Language, Translation, Human Capital, and the power of Self-Reinvention
Lucy Ferguson
Minister-Counselor for Foreign Security and Development Policy at the British Embassy
British Embassy, Washington, DC
Episode: Lucy Ferguson: Steel Bubbles on British Intelligence, Diplomacy, and James Bond
Yolanda Reid
Associate Partner in Cybersecurity with a focus on quantum computing; dedicated to empowering women in intelligence.
NSA, IBM
Episode: Yolanda Reid: Mercedes on the NSA, Cybersecurity, and Strength through Adversity
Rupal Patel
Founder and CEO of The Global Leadership Lab, focused on redefining leadership in complex environments.
The Global Leadership Lab
Episode: Rupal Patel: Arsenal on Intelligence Analysis, Curiosity, Courage, and Self-Leadership
Michelle Mosey
Founder of Valkyrie Cyber and former liaison to USDI.
Valkyrie Cyber
Episode: Michelle Mosey: Cowgirl on Risk-Taking, Difference-Making, and FVEY Intelligence-Sharing
Jermaine Alexis
Founder and CEO of Navstar.
Navstar
Episode: Michelle Mosey: Cowgirl on Risk-Taking, Difference-Making, and FVEY Intelligence-Sharing
Suzanne Spaulding
Senior Advisor at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, former CIA Legal Advisor, known for her work on Weapons of Mass Destruction and national security advocacy
Center for Strategic and International Studies
Episode: Suzanne Spaulding: Kingfisher on WMD, Family Life, and the Hokey Pokey with the KBG
Elizabeth Grimm
A professor of teaching in the Security Studies Program at Georgetown University School of Foreign Service.
Georgetown University
Episode: Elizabeth Grimm (Pt 1): Reaper Ever After on Teaching, Torture, and Selzter Water
Katrina Mulligan
National Security Lead at OpenAI and former paralegal for Barack Obama
Open AI
Episode: Katrina Mulligan: Who’s Afraid of Little Old Me on Seizing Opportunity and Barack Obama’s Campaign

Hosts

Megan Jaffer
Co-host of the podcast and a co-founder of Iron Butterfly Media, Megan brings a passionate commitment to sharing women's narratives in the intelligence community.
Katie Hopkins
Co-host of the podcast and a co-founder of Iron Butterfly Media, Katie focuses on amplifying the stories of women who have made significant contributions to the intelligence community.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 76 ratings
  • wow

    I continously listened two episodes, for the first time in my podcast history

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    reyzaldyserna
    Philippines4 years ago
  • Great Podcast!

    Love this podcast, especially the last episode with Joan Dempsey. Wish I’d had this insight back in the 90’s when I was a young graduate. Time well invested.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JJR12345
    Germany5 years ago
  • Great podcast

    What’s better than hearing stories and advice from incredibly strong and bright women?! So well done- can’t stop listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    D.C-E.B
    United States5 years ago
  • Important Voice, Important Story

    Maria tells an important story for our time (and anytime) about service, motivation, understanding and healing. Especially now, her words about listening and hearing are critical. Her story puts context to the workforce changes of the last 20 years and the pivotal importance of compassion and understanding in every moment.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PMolloy
    United States5 years ago
  • Great discussion-too short!

    I had the pleasure of working with Mary at SOUTHCOM, DIA and USDI. She was a wonderful mentor to several women who were swimming in the testosterone waters of a COCOM...We were all sad to see her leave. I’m grateful I know Mary as a distinguished member of the IC and as a friend!

    Margie T

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MJT370
    United States5 years ago

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Listeners praise the podcast for its inspiring stories of women in intelligence, highlighting the importance of representation and mentorship.
Reviewers mention the engaging storytelling and the quality of discussions, marking it as a standout in its niche.
It is often described as essential listening for those interested in careers within the intelligence community, especially for women.

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#239
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Apple Podcasts
#224
Poland/Government

Talking Points

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CC Durall: Wave Rider on Language, Translation, Human Capital, and the power of Self-Reinvention
Q: Can you talk a little bit about, like, if you have advice on self-reinvention?
Be open to doing something completely different and lean into it.
Lucy Ferguson: Steel Bubbles on British Intelligence, Diplomacy, and James Bond
Q: How did it feel for you having worked on Brexit and having just traveled to all these European nations?
I went into task mode. I just went into utter professional, right, this is what we need to do, but later realized that this was a big deal.
Yolanda Reid: Mercedes on the NSA, Cybersecurity, and Strength through Adversity
Q: What advice would you have on just how to support someone?
Offer your talents and gifts in a way that might help because the person might not have the capacity to ask for help.
Rupal Patel: Arsenal on Intelligence Analysis, Curiosity, Courage, and Self-Leadership
Q: Can you tell us how you got recruited by the CIA?
It started with an unexpected conversation on campus that led to an exploration of the role.
Michelle Mosey: Cowgirl on Risk-Taking, Difference-Making, and FVEY Intelligence-Sharing
Q: Tell us your story. Where did you grow up? How did you kind of make your way into this intelligence, national security space?
Michelle shares her upbringing in a small Australian town, her unconventional recruitment into the navy, and her various roles faced with significant challenges in the intelligence community.

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Focusing on stories from women in the U.S. Intelligence Community, this podcast aims to illuminate the journeys and experiences of female trailblazers in a historically male-dominated profession. Featuring in-depth conversations with guests who have navigated the complexities of national security, technology, and intelligence, listeners can expect insights into personal challenges, career milestones, and the evolution of women's roles in intelligence. Overall, the platform is dedicated to inspiring future generations of leaders by highlighting the powerful narratives of the unsung heroines in this field, blending personal anecdotes with discussions on broader themes like mentorship and community support.

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Recent guests on Iron Butterfly include:

1. Cece Durall
2. Lucy Ferguson
3. Yolanda Reid
4. Rupal Patel
5. Michelle Mosey
6. Jermaine Alexis
7. Suzanne Spaulding
8. Elizabeth Grimm

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