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The TLB Podcast – Deep Dives into Art & Creativity, Conspiracies, and Culture
The TLB Podcast, hosted by James Oliva, invites listeners on unconventional explorations through obscure history, emergent technology, conspiracy narratives, art & creativity, esoteric traditions, and plenty of ethically charged existential dilemmas. From the inner workings of secretive agencies and speculative science to alternative healing and societal myths, each weekly episode blends thoughtful curiosity with diverse perspectives and a golf ball sized understanding of reality.
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The Totally Legitimate Business Podcast
From CIA Analyst to Artist: The Creative Transformation | Jessica Elder | Episode 122
On Episode 122 of The TLB Podcast, James speaks with visual artist and former CIA analyst Jessica Elder to explore her journey out of the intelligence community into art, the CIA’s internal culture, the creative potentials of 3D printing, reclaiming identity through creativity, and how secrets shape self-expression.
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Early access on Patreon → https://tinyurl.com/mva2z9se
Audio-only on Spotify → https://tinyurl.com/ytfnwx6s
Connect with Jessica Elder:
Website → https://www.jessicaelderart.com
Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/jesselder.art
TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@jessica.et.cetera
Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
06:03 - Bureaucratic Culture
12:40 - The Overt vs. Covert Roles
14:45 - Unclassified Facts
22:05 - Internal Humor
31:35 - Spicy Memes
39:13 - Transitioning to Art
48:36 - Art and Money Laundering
55:51 - Navigating the Art World
57:18 - Art Installations in Government Spaces
01:04:40 - Pursuing Your Passion vs. Stability
01:19:06 - Creating Art for the CIA
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