Iron Butterfly Podcast

Iron Butterfly Podcast wrapped up our final live university event of the year at George Mason University in collaboration with the National Security Institute (NSI), and it was a fantastic experience! The "Future is Female" tech panel featured the brilliant Rachel H. Grunspan and Chandra Osann, who shared powerful insights on the evolving landscape of the intelligence community and the critical role women play in shaping national security. Our university engagements are truly special because they provide students with the unique opportunity to connect directly with leaders in the field and actively participate in recording the Iron Butterfly Podcast. We’re proud to offer these experiences and inspire the next generation of leaders in national security. Catch this episode of #IronButterfly on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/ed-nfVDE Spotify: https://lnkd.in/eauTnVPS Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/enPHRTs7, and join us as we explore the future of women in tech and national security! 🦋 National Security Institute (NSI) Cadie Hopkins Megan Jaffer Amanda Y. Sarah Scully Alexandra (Joseph) Carrick Alexandra Freericks Aimee H. Beth Bannerman #IronButterflyMedia #FutureIsFemale #NationalSecurityInstitute #IronButterflyPodcast #WomenInTech #Podcast #Leadership #GeorgeMasonUniversity

🌟 A huge thank you to Janes for sponsoring Season 7, Episode 2 of the Iron Butterfly Podcast with the incredible Jennifer Ewbank! Your support helps us continue sharing these powerful stories of women in service and leadership. Janes is extra special to us because this sponsorship came about in such a meaningful way. It's the first time that employees of a company went to their leadership and said, "We all listen to the Iron Butterfly Podcast, and we love it." Jane's reached out to us after hearing that, and that connection truly touches our hearts. 🎙️ Special shoutout to Jessica Hersey and her daughter for the beautiful introduction to this episode – we are so grateful for your participation! You can find this episode wherever you listen or watch your podcasts! YouTube: https://lnkd.in/egtmEA4f Spotify: https://lnkd.in/eyynjZ2d #IronButterflyPodcast #WomensLeadership #PodcastSponsorship #ThankYouJanes

🚨 New Episode Alert! 🚨 We’re excited to welcome Jennifer Ewbank to Iron Butterfly Podcast for Season 7, Episode 2! Jennifer is a senior national security executive whose distinguished career at the Central Intelligence Agency culminated in her role as Deputy Director for Digital Innovation from 2019 to early 2024. In that role, she led transformation of one of the world’s most sophisticated and secure digital technology ecosystems. But there’s so much more to Jennifer than her impressive career! She’s adventurous, empathetic, and curious, though she’s a self-described introvert who never takes herself too seriously. Fun fact: Jennifer completed the Camino de Santiago to celebrate her retirement from the CIA! 🥾 Tune in now to hear about her incredible journey, from her four tours as Chief of Station to her love of hiking, travel, and photography. 🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://lnkd.in/eyynjZ2d 📺 Watch on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/egtmEA4f Mentioned in this episode: Laura Thomas, University of California, Berkeley, Central Intelligence Agency, Sue Gordon, Linda Weissgold, Dawn Meyerriecks, #CoronaSatellite, #AmeliaEarhart, #BerylMarkham, #Kaleidoscope, #ChiefofStation, #JamesBond, #CaminoDeSantiago, #DonaldRumsfeld, #DigitalInnovation, #Technology Janes Jessica Hersey #IronButterflyPodcast #Leadership #NationalSecurity #JenniferEwbank #Podcast #WomenInLeadership Cadie Hopkins Megan Jaffer Amanda Y. Sarah Scully Alexandra (Joseph) Carrick Alexandra Freericks Aimee H. Beth Bannerman Iron Butterfly Media

Join us for a groundbreaking Iron Butterfly Podcast Production sponsored by the National Security Institute (NSI) at George Mason University! ✨ 📅 Date: October 2, 2024 🕑 Time: 2:00 - 4:00 PM 🎙️ Panel Title: The Future Is Female This tech-focused panel will explore how women are driving innovation in national security and technology. We’re thrilled to welcome two incredible speakers: 🦋 Rachel H. Grunspan, Central Intelligence Agency 🦋 Chandra Osann, Office of the Director of National Intelligence These visionary leaders will discuss the intersection of technology, intelligence, and leadership—and share insights on how women are shaping the future of the field. Don’t miss this opportunity to be inspired and engage with some of the brightest minds in national security tech! #IronButterflyPodcast #WomenInTech #NationalSecurity #FutureIsFemale #TechLeadership Cadie Hopkins Megan Jaffer Amanda Y. Sarah Scully Alexandra (Joseph) Carrick Aimee H. Alexandra Freericks Beth Bannerman

🎙️ Exciting News! 🎙️ The first official episode of Season 7 of the Iron Butterfly Podcast is LIVE, and we couldn’t have asked for a better way to kick it off! This special live episode was hosted at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs, and featured an incredible lineup of women leaders in the intelligence community: ✨ Sandra Auchter, Director of National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency - Denver ✨ Jenna Seidel, National Security Agency/CSS Colorado (NSAC) ✨ Rachel Leahy, Director of Advanced Programs at General Atomics A huge thank you to the fabulous team at #UCCS for making this episode possible! Don’t miss out on this inspiring conversation—listen/watch now! YouTube: https://lnkd.in/ewBCVjYM Spotify: https://lnkd.in/eZtW4PBS #IronButterflyPodcast #Season7 #IntelligenceCommunity #WomenInLeadership #TaylorSwift #Beyoncé #UCCS #DenverCommunity #PopCultureMeetsIC Gretchen Bliss Mary Ann T. Adam Bernal Thomas Aicher Megan M. Guidehouse Cadie Hopkins Megan Jaffer Amanda Y. Alexandra (Joseph) Carrick Sarah Scully Aimee H. Alexandra Freericks Beth Bannerman

🎙️ Exciting News! 🎙️ The first official episode of Season 7 of the Iron Butterfly Podcast is LIVE, and we couldn’t have asked for a better way to kick it off! This special live episode was hosted at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs, and featured an incredible lineup of women leaders in the intelligence community: ✨ Sandra Auchter, Director of National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency - Denver ✨ Jenna Seidel, National Security Agency/CSS Colorado (NSAC) ✨ Rachel Leahy, Director of Advanced Programs at General Atomics A huge thank you to the fabulous team at #UCCS for making this episode possible! Don’t miss out on this inspiring conversation—listen/watch now! YouTube: https://lnkd.in/ewBCVjYM Spotify: https://lnkd.in/eZtW4PBS #IronButterflyPodcast #Season7 #IntelligenceCommunity #WomenInLeadership #TaylorSwift #Beyoncé #UCCS #DenverCommunity #PopCultureMeetsIC Gretchen Bliss Mary Ann T. Adam Bernal Thomas Aicher Megan M. Guidehouse Cadie Hopkins Megan Jaffer Amanda Y. Alexandra (Joseph) Carrick Sarah Scully Aimee H. Alexandra Freericks Beth Bannerman

I spy, with my eye, an Iron Butterfly Podcast guest! That’s what I’m saying at more and more events - amazing time hearing from Jenna Seidel 🦋 with National Security Agency -Colorado at the recent Intelligence and National Security Alliance Common Threads event. I strong-armed the incredible Cameron Ward-Hunt into coming to our ClearanceJobs Career Event and am so glad I did because that meant I got to meet the amazing Megan M. - I don’t know what they put in the water at Guidehouse but they have some incredible people. National security is at work across the nation and not just in the DMV - support INSAs work to spotlight these areas across the country - and join us in Charlottesville in December! Special monarch 🦋 spotting of Amber Nicholas-Romero, who let me crash her dinner and steal her fries. National security has the best mission and the best people. 💕 Check out Iron Butterfly Media on Patreon https://lnkd.in/gcD99hj3 Learn more about Common Threads Charlottesville https://lnkd.in/gX9hfpb5

Remembering 9/11: Honoring Courage, Unity, and Resilience Today, we pause to reflect on the profound impact of 9/11—a day that forever changed our world. As we remember the lives lost, the bravery of first responders, and the unwavering strength of countless families, we are reminded of the power of courage in the face of adversity. At Iron Butterfly Media, we are inspired by the stories of resilience and leadership that emerged from that tragic day. The heroes of 9/11 showed us what it means to lead with heart, purpose, and an unbreakable spirit. On this day, let’s honor those who sacrificed, and let’s continue to uplift the values of unity and compassion that bring us together. We will never forget. 🇺🇸 #NeverForget #September11 #Leadership #Resilience #Unity

Your favorite podcast about women in intelligence is back and better than ever 😎 Iron Butterfly Media just launched Season 7, along with a ✨ Patreon ✨ for fans, champions, supporters, and friends of Iron Butterfly Podcast to be more involved than ever before. Check out Season 7 teaser, special perks, and more at our Patreon here: https://lnkd.in/eJJgYwrB Megan Jaffer Cadie Hopkins Amanda Y. Aimee H. Alexandra (Joseph) Carrick Sarah Scully Alexandra Freericks Beth Bannerman Amber Nicholas-Romero Megan M. Stephanie Leung Julia Mossbridge, PhD Jessica King Toya Rich Aimee McGranahan Lindy Kyzer Eva Baker Fatiha H. Melissa Foley

Are you missing Iron Butterfly Podcast? Have no fear! We'll be launching ✨ SEASON 7 ✨ of Iron Butterfly Podcast in September, with a kick ass line up of women across the intelligence community. In the meantime, we're looking for corporate sponsors so we can continue to provide this service to the public free of charge. If you, your company, or someone you know may be interested in sponsoring an episode, we'd love to hear from you. Stay tuned, and (say it with us) stay fierce! 🦋 See you in September. Iron Butterfly Media Megan Jaffer Cadie Hopkins #Podcast #Sponsorship #Leadership #WomenLeaders #Women #Intelligence #NationalSecurity #Storytelling #Creativity #Diversity