Why Is U.S. Intel So BAD? Former CIA Analyst Explains

Larry Johnson, founder of BERG Associates, LLC, is a leading expert in money laundering, product counterfeiting, financial forensics, and counterterrorism. He served in the CIA (1985–1989) in paramilitary operations, the Directorate of Operations, and as an analyst in the Directorate of Intelligence. As Deputy Director of the State Department’s Office of Counter Terrorism (1989–1993), he managed crisis responses to terrorist incidents across multiple regions, investigated the Pan Am 103 bombing, directed hijacking resolutions, and oversaw the $multi-million U.S. Anti-Terrorism Assistance Training Program for over 15,000 officials from 70+ nations. From 1996–2006, he led the State Department’s Senior Crisis Management Seminar, training senior officials from more than 45 countries on terrorist threats and international counterterrorism accords. Since 1994, he has designed realistic counterterrorism exercises for U.S. special operations forces and conducted high-stakes investigations through BERG, resulting in multimillion-dollar seizures, fines, and criminal penalties. Mr. Johnson has testified as an expert witness in federal courts, including Kahane vs. Islamic Republic of Iran (2003), and frequently comments on terrorism for CNN, BBC, NPR, The New York Times, and other major outlets. He joins the show to discuss the rapidly escalating US-Israeli war against Iran. Follow Larry at Sonar21.com and https://substack.com/@larrycjohnson Follow the show for more content on your favorite platforms! LIVE Monday-Friday at 2PM PST / 5PM EST: www.kimiversenshow.com X: https://x.com/KimIversenShow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimiversen TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kimiversenshow Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KimIversenOfficial YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/kimiversen For advertising inquiries please email [email protected] **About the show The Kim Iversen Show is a fully independent program produced for your entertainment and information. The one hour show airs live M-F at 5pm PT / 8pm ET at www.TheKimIversenShow.com. Clips from the program are published to YouTube daily. **Medical Disclaimer: The CDC states that masks are effective and patients should not try medications or protocols that are not approved for the treatment or prevention of COVID-19. The CDC states that COVID-19 vaccines are safe, effective, and reduce your risk of severe illness. Hundreds of millions of people have received a COVID-19 vaccine, and serious adverse reactions are uncommon. This program is not a replacement for medical advice and may explore counter opinions. Always consult your personal physician before making any decisions about your health.