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Securing Our FutureSOF 40: Navigating Transitions: From CIA to Digital Innovation - A Conversation with Jennifer EwbankWelcome to Securing Our Future, a podcast by New North Ventures, where we explore the intersection of commercial and national security sectors. In this episode, Jeremy speaks with Jennifer Ewbank, a former Deputy Director of the CIA for Digital Innovation, about her storied career, the importance of private-public partnerships, and navigating transitions from a high-stakes government role to the private sector. They delve into Jennifer's insights on the importance of purpose, the role of technology, and her personal journey post-retirement. Tune in to learn about the latest trends in national security and innovation and gain invaluable advice on career...2025-07-2331 min
The Schilling ShowThe Schilling Show: Jennifer Ewbank, Jesse Arm, Jeff WalyusJennifer Ewbank, former Deputy Director for Digital Innovation at the Central Intelligence Agency, speaks on AI, China, and global cyber threats.Jesse Arm, of the Manhattan Institute, theorizes why polls are showing support for higher ed reform.Jeff Walyus, member of Potomac Tea Party’s Guardians of History team and Executive Committee, talks America's upcoming 250th celebration next year.All this and more on a Throwdown Thursday Edition of The Schilling Show.2025-07-171h 10
The Entropy PodcastAI, Adversaries & Adaptation with Jennifer EwbankIn this episode, Francis Gorman sits down with Jennifer Ewbank, former CIA Deputy Director for Digital Innovation, to explore what it means to lead with purpose in a world shaped by geopolitical risk, digital disruption, and information warfare.Jennifer shares stories from her extraordinary career in intelligence — from espionage during the Cold War to launching the CIA’s first AI office — and offers deeply human reflections on risk-taking, resilience, and transition. From the digital battlefield to the Camino de Santiago, this conversation ranges from high-stakes decision-making to how we build trust in an age of deepfakes and AI man...2025-06-2342 min
GovCon DIFFERENTWinning the Cyber War - Jennifer EwbankThe US is locked in a digital and cyber arms race. And the CIA has no intentions of coming in second. Jennifer Ewbank, Deputy Director of CIA for Digital Innovation, shares the story of digitizing the Agency at the speed of mission.2025-03-0452 min
The Information AdvantageEpisode 11: Jennifer EwbankJoin Jennifer Ewbank, former Deputy Director of CIA for Digital Innovation, for an eye-opening discussion of how digital technologies are reshaping global security and the future of democracy.The Information Advantage is hosted by Frank Emerson and produced by Aubrey Carson and Jessica Galvin, with additional support provided by Jeff Leonard. The music for this podcast is produced by Bert Jerred: youtube.com/@bertjerred2025-02-1318 min
The Truth of the MatterNavigating National Security in the age of AIAspen Strategy Group executive director Anja Manuel joins the podcast to discuss issues surrounding AI and national security, and a new series of original papers and op-eds called “Intelligent Defense: Navigating National Security in the Age of AI.” The papers are authored by Aspen Strategy Group members including: Manuel, Mark Esper, General David Petraeus, David Ignatius, Nick Kristof, Steve Bowsher, Joseph S. Nye, Jr., Yoshua Bengio, Senator Chris Coons, Kent Walker, Jennifer Ewbank, Daniel Poneman, Eileen O’Connor, and Graham Allison.2024-11-0420 minThe Truth of the MatterNavigating National Security in the age of AIAspen Strategy Group executive director Anja Manuel joins the podcast to discuss issues surrounding AI and national security, and a new series of original papers and op-eds called “Intelligent Defense: Navigating National Security in the Age of AI.” The papers are authored by Aspen Strategy Group members including: Manuel, Mark Esper, General David Petraeus, David Ignatius, Nick Kristof, Steve Bowsher, Joseph S. Nye, Jr., Yoshua Bengio, Senator Chris Coons, Kent Walker, Jennifer Ewbank, Daniel Poneman, Eileen O’Connor, and Graham Allison.2024-11-0420 minThe Truth of the MatterNavigating National Security in the age of AIAspen Strategy Group executive director Anja Manuel joins the podcast to discuss issues surrounding AI and national security, and a new series of original papers and op-eds called “Intelligent Defense: Navigating National Security in the Age of AI.” The papers are authored by Aspen Strategy Group members including: Manuel, Mark Esper, General David Petraeus, David Ignatius, Nick Kristof, Steve Bowsher, Joseph S. Nye, Jr., Yoshua Bengio, Senator Chris Coons, Kent Walker, Jennifer Ewbank, Daniel Poneman, Eileen O’Connor, and Graham Allison.2024-11-0420 min
SpyCastBellingcat: An Intelligence Agency for the People with Eliot HigginsSummaryEliot Higgins (X; Wikipedia) joins Andrew (X; LinkedIn) to discuss the work of Bellingcat. Eliot founded the open-source investigative website in 2014. What You’ll LearnIntelligence
Bellingcat’s approach to “investigative journalism”
The rise of OSINT as a tool of journalism
Bellingcat’s relationship with intelligence agencies
Case studies from Bellingcat’s past, including the Skripal Case and the MH17 flight investigation
Reflections
Leading by example
Accessibility and accountability
And much, much more …Quotes of the Week“When I first started doing...2024-10-291h 07SpyCastThe U.S. House Intelligence Committee - with Ranking Member Congressman Jim HimesSummaryJim Himes (Website; X) joins Andrew (X; LinkedIn) to discuss the U.S. House Intelligence Committee. Jim has served as the U.S. representative for Connecticut’s 4th congressional district since 2009. What You’ll LearnIntelligence
The House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence: Its role and operations
The importance of bipartisan collaboration
Transparency and accountability in intelligence
Congressman Himes' personal experiences during 9/11, its impact on his career in intelligence, and 9/11’s impact on intelligence at large
Reflections
Public trust and earning confidence
Partnership and cooperation
And much...2024-10-0857 min
Iron ButterflyJennifer Ewbank: Renaissance QuestOn this episode Megan and Cadie sit down with Jennifer Ewbank, a senior national security executive who served as Deputy Director of the Central Intelligence Agency for Digital Innovation from 2019-early 2024. Jennifer started her career as a Case Officer and went on to serve four tours as Chief of Station and the Chief of the former National Resources Division. Tune in to hear what it's really like to be a Case Officer.To support The Iron Butterfly Podcast, visit out Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/IronButterflyPodcastTo learn...2024-10-011h 06SpyCastDigital Innovation and the Next Frontier of Intelligence - with Jennifer EwbankSummaryJennifer Ewbank (LinkedIn) joins Andrew (X; LinkedIn) to discuss the integration of technology within intelligence. Jennifer recently retired from her role as Deputy Director of CIA for Digital Innovation. What You’ll LearnIntelligence
The qualities and skills of great digital leadership
Risk management in intelligence
The roles, responsibilities, and emotional toll of the Chief of Station
The integration of technology across CIA operations
Reflections
Humility and lifelong learning
Leadership in dynamic arenas
And much, much more …Quotes of the Week2024-10-011h 14
AFIO PodcastAFIO Now Presents: Jennifer EwbankIn this new episode, Jennifer Ewbank discusses her position as the Deputy Director of CIA for Digital Innovation and her responsibility for accelerating the development and integration of digital and cyber capabilities across all of CIA’s mission areas as well as building the digital acumen of the CIA workforce through training and education. Ms Ewbank retired from her CIA post shortly after this interview. Recorded 3 Jan 2024. Host: Jim Hughes, AFIO President and former CIA Operations Officer. Interviewer: Paul Hollingsworth PhD, former senior CIA Executive in Analysis and Operations and AFIO Board member.
2024-05-2035 min
CultuurBoulevardJennifer Ewbank over 'Footprints', muziek en meerAfgelopen woensdagavond gaf zangeres Jennifer Ewbank uit Den Haag een interview aan presentatoren Martijn Mastenbroek en Martin Reitsma over haar nieuwe EP 'Footprints', die op 25 april is uitgekomen.
Het interview was telefonisch, waarbij verschillende nummers van haar album in de uitzending te horen waren.
2024-04-2616 min
The Government Huddle with Brian ChidesterThe One with the CIA Innovation ChiefJennifer Ewbank, Deputy Director of the Central Intelligence Agency for Digital Innovation joins the show to discuss what it’s like being a digital leader in such a covert organization and her strategy to modernize the agency. We also take a journey across her 35 year career in government and unpack some of the key lessons she has learned and advice she has for the next generation and discuss how she has overcome imposter syndrome as she has progressed in her roles.
2023-05-0557 min
Speaking to InfluenceJennifer Ewbank, Deputy Director for Digital Innovation at the Central Intelligence Agency: Building Trust in Leadership & TechnologyClarity and candor are the cornerstones of any great conversation, but for the CIA they are the critical link between information and policymakers. This week Jennifer Ewbank shares how her role in Digital Innovation at the CIA helps carry technical conversations for stakeholders across the agency, breaking down barriers and building trust at all levels. In this conversation Laura and Jennifer discuss understanding the pressure stakeholders are under, getting out of your way to create change, and the role of cybersecurity in leadership. Here are a few things you’ll learn during this conversation: How...2022-10-1837 min
The Daily Scoop PodcastCyber challenges for the IC; Making data accessible and usable across governmentOn today’s episode of The Daily Scoop Podcast, the Pentagon has its first chief digital and artificial intelligence officer.
Federal agencies are spreading data literacy beyond the data and technology workforce. At last week’s Cloudera Government Forum 2022, Paul Puckett, director of Enterprise Cloud Management Agency for the U.S. Army, and Ann Dunkin, chief information officer of the Department of Energy, discuss why making data available and usable is one of government’s biggest challenges.
The Digital Innovation Directorate at the CIA is in its seventh year now. At the VMware Public Sector Innovation Summit, Jennifer Ewbank, deputy direct...2022-04-2630 min
Tech TransformsEpisode 28: Unparalleled Innovation with Jennifer Ewbank, Deputy Director for Digital Innovation at Central Intelligence AgencyJennifer Ewbank, Deputy Director for Digital Innovation at Central Intelligence Agency joins Carolyn and Mark to talk about the unparalleled work in integration and integration she and her teams are doing. Jennifer talks about the importance of partnerships in IT, data and cybersecurity and how Digital Innovations, the newest branch of the CIA, is transforming security. Episode Table of Contents[00:58] Jennifer’s Opinions on DDI’s Unparalleled Innovation[08:35] Integration of Digital Capabilities and Unparalleled Innovation[16:06] Unparalleled Innovation on Cloud Computing[24:04] Unparalleled Innovation in the Digital Landscape[32:00] Applying Unparalleled Innovation Into Our Mission[39:44] A Space Nerd With...2022-03-2346 min
Tech TransformsUnparalleled Innovation with Jennifer Ewbank, Deputy Director for Digital Innovation at Central Intelligence AgencyJennifer Ewbank, Deputy Director for Digital Innovation at Central Intelligence Agency joins Carolyn and Mark to talk about the unparalleled work in integration and integration she and her teams are doing. Jennifer talks about the importance of partnerships in IT, data and cybersecurity and how Digital Innovations, the newest branch of the CIA, is transforming security. Episode Table of Contents[00:58] Jennifer’s Opinions on DDI’s Unparalleled Innovation[08:35] Integration of Digital Capabilities and Unparalleled Innovation[16:06] Unparalleled Innovation on Cloud Computing[24:04] Unparalleled Innovation in the Digital Landscape[32:00] Applying Unparalleled Innovation Into Our Mission[39:44] A Space Nerd With Unpa...2022-03-2346 min
The Buzz with ACT-IACICYMI: Innovate or Perish - A CIA Perspective on Digital TransformationIn case you missed it, The Buzz presents a keynote session from ACT-IAC's most recent Digital Transformation Summit.Jennifer Ewbank, Deputy Director of Innovation at the CIA, discusses the digital threat landscape and how digital innovation is enabling CIA’s success against America’s most daunting national security challenges.This recording also includes a Q&A moderated by Sam Cottrell, Vice President and General Manager at GDIT. Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform to never miss an episode! For more from ACT-IAC, follow us on LinkedIn or visit http://www...2022-03-1630 min
Past PresentEpisode 122: Trump's Tariffs, Weight Watchers for Teenagers, and Disneyland WorkersIn this episode, Natalia, Neil, and Niki debate President Trump’s proposed tariffs, Weight Watchers’ bid for teenage dieters, and Disneyland’s underpaid workers. Support Past Present on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pastpresentpodcast Here are some links and references mentioned during this week’s show: Donald Trump has announced he is slapping high tariffs on steel and aluminum imports, all in the name of national security. Niki referred to Alex Thompson’s Vice article, “Trump’s Tariffs Made Him Labor Unions’ Man of Steel.” Niki also recommended Marc-William Palen’s book The Conspiracy of Free Trade. Weight...2018-03-1356 min
SolitudesMartin Grey - Solitudes 083 (Incl. Magdelayna Guest Mix)Tracklist:
Hour 1 - Martin Grey:
01. Armin van Buuren feat. Trevor Guthrie - This Is What It Feels Like (John Ewbank Classical Remix)
02. Essonita feat. Irina Makosh - Letter To Angel (Victor Orange Chillout Mix)
03. DJ Sakin & Friends - Club Deluxe (Loungeside Mix)
04. Schodt - April (Morning Mix)
05. Jason van Wyk - Nightflight
06. M.Pravda & HollyMy - Termination Shock (Chill Out Edit)
07. CHILL OF THE MOMENT: York feat. Jennifer Paige - Lost Under The Sun (Max Denoise & Harnam Remix)
08. Lukas Termena - The Sea
09. Puremusic - Sunray Kiss (Lime Time Remix)
10. Panik Pop & Joseph Westphal feat. Nusja - Raum & Zeit (Solee...2013-11-242h 00