John Ratcliffe
Mentioned in 24 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
Currently serving as CIA Director, he has been a prominent figure in podcast discussions regarding intelligence policy and reform. Key topics include his retraction of 19 politically-biased intelligence reports from the Obama era, efforts to modernize CIA technology capabilities in competition with China, and his involvement in foreign policy matters including Venezuela intervention and Iran briefings to Congress. He has also fielded requests regarding declassification of historical intelligence files related to the JFK assassination.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
Bannon`s War Room · Apr 16, 2026
Episode 5305: TDS Is On The Ballot In November; Deep State Controlled Justice Systems Across The Nation
“Investigating China meddling in 2020 election; working to declassify relevant documents”
PBD Podcast · Apr 10, 2026
Trump Rips NATO + Newsom Fraud Scandal | PBD #775
“Called Netanyahu's Iran war objectives #3 and #4 'farcical' and detached from reality in internal meeting”
Inside Trump's Head · Apr 10, 2026
The Reason Why Trump and His Goons Are Scrambling
“Noted in situation room as criticizing Netanyahu for overselling intelligence assessments”
Deadline: White House · Apr 8, 2026
"Met with some of the sharpest rebukes within his own party"
“Called Netanyahu's plan objectives farcical in internal analysis”
Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar · Apr 8, 2026
4/8/26: Trump Fell For Bibi Lies Before War, Alex Jones Freaks On Trump, Ben Shapiro Meltdown, Professor Pape On Escalation
“Assessed Netanyahu's regime change claims as 'farcical'; confirmed capability to kill Ayatollah but disputed broader strategic objectives”
VINCE · Apr 8, 2026
The 11th Hour Breakthrough | Episode 263
“Briefed president on intelligence assessment of Israeli regime change proposal, called it 'farcical'”
Pod Save the World · Apr 8, 2026
Trump Threatens Genocide
“Participated in victory lap press conference disclosing sensitive military rescue capabilities”
Deadline: White House · Apr 7, 2026
“Trump’s impending deadline for Iran”
“Assessed Israeli objectives as 'farcical'; provided intelligence briefing Trump ignored”
VINCE · Apr 7, 2026
The Clock Is Ticking | Episode 262
“Credited with locating missing F-15 pilot in Iran and using deception tactics against Iranian forces”
Letters from an American · Mar 20, 2026
Cover-ups and Dodges
“Testified before Senate Intelligence Committee on worldwide threats and Iran situation”
DSR's Words Matter · Mar 19, 2026
A Fiasco Wrapped In A Disaster Inside a Catastrophe
“Head of CIA testifying on Iran intelligence while intelligence community warnings about conflict consequences are ignored”
Bannon`s War Room · Mar 18, 2026
WarRoom Battleground EP 971: Senate Continues Debates On SAVE AMERICA ACT
“CIA Director testifying on Iranian missile capabilities and continental US threat range”
Bannon`s War Room · Mar 17, 2026
WarRoom Battleground EP 970: Massive Throw Down In Senate Over SAVE ACT Cont; Joe Kent Resigns
“CIA Director; reportedly helping journalist John Solomon release documents on Chinese election interference allegations.”
Bannon`s War Room · Mar 9, 2026
Episode 5200: Exposing Corruption Of 2020 Election In Maricopa County; Financial Markets React To Iran
“CIA Director working to declassify foreign interference intelligence and election security information”
Bulwark Takes · Mar 6, 2026
Trump Says He’ll Choose Iran’s Next Leader (w/ Marc Polymeropoulos)
“Current CIA Director described as frequently absent from agency and focused on White House access”
Ceasefire · Feb 28, 2026
Mitch Landrieu and Mercedes Schlapp Join Dasha Burns
“CIA Director providing intelligence briefings to Congress on Iran situation”
John Solomon Reports · Feb 25, 2026
Trump’s Bold Proposals and the Democratic Response: Unpacking the State of the Union Address
“CIA Director retracting 19 politically-biased intelligence reports from Obama era for lacking analytical tradecraft”
John Solomon Reports · Feb 22, 2026
Congressman Randy Fine Discusses Controversies, Accountability, and the CIA
“CIA Director who recalled 19 politicized CIA reports, highlighting intelligence community politicization issues”
The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton · Feb 12, 2026
CIA emphasizes speed under new acquisition framework
“CIA Director emphasizing technology importance to human intelligence mission and competitive race with China on emerging technologies”
Habits and Hustle · Jan 13, 2026
Episode 519: Andrew Bustamante: Reading People, Predicting Behavior and Creating Leverage
“Current CIA director under Trump; maintains quiet relationship with administration”
The Prof G Pod with Scott Galloway · Jan 8, 2026
The Biggest Global Risks for 2026 — with Ian Bremmer
“Director of CIA; one of three architects of Venezuela intervention policy with Rubio and Miller”
Song Exploder · Oct 15, 2025
A-ha - Take On Me
“Studio owner who signed a-ha to management deal and provided studio access during downtime for recording”
WEAPONIZED with Jeremy Corbell & George Knapp · Aug 12, 2025
Weaponized Silence - The UFO Disclosure Dilemma
“Identified as UFO transparency advocate; questioned on lack of disclosure action in Trump administration”
The JFK Facts Podcast · May 22, 2025
JFK Facts Podcast #108: What is the Point of the JFK Story in 2025?
“CIA Director responding to Luna's requests for Harvey and Joannides files; expected to provide response within one week”