Navigating Noise

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Navigating Noise

Navigating Noise is your guide to mastering the art and science of data-driven decision making in geopolitics and global intelligence. In each episode, we'll go beyond the headlines and standard data streams. We'll explore advanced methodologies for finding and evaluating high-quality data, dissect real-world case studies, and uncover the skills needed to extract unique insights from complex information landscapes.

  1. FEB 19

    Why You’ll Never Find the Perfect Source (And Why That’s Ok), with Erol Yayboke, Chief Research Officer at Filter Labs

    Join us for an insightful conversation with Erol Yayboke, who recently joined Filter Labs as the Chief Research Officer, after holding roles at CSIS, USAID, and the Department of Defense. From his early experiences responding to earthquakes in Turkey to collaborating on Russian propaganda analysis, Erol discusses how to understand complex global challenges through both data and local perspectives.Timestamps:0:00 - Introduction4:03 - Analysis of Russian propaganda effectiveness11:24 - Early humanitarian experiences24:00 - Foreign aid and domestic investment32:05 - Understanding local communities41:00 - Technology and human expertise46:33 - Future of US foreign policyA fascinating discussion on combining data analysis with human insight to understand global challenges.

    52 min

  2. FEB 5

    Why Your Local Community Holds the Key to Fixing Global Politics (And How Leaders Keep Missing It), with Adrian Pabst

    In this conversation on Navigating Noise, Adrian Pabst explored a fundamental tension in contemporary politics: the disconnect between high-level policymaking and local realities. Drawing from his experience at the National Institute of Economic and Social Research, Pabst argued that we need to move beyond the false choice between pure idealism and fatalistic realism. Instead, he suggested we focus on understanding and aligning interests that aren't currently working together - capital and labor, young and old, different regions within countries.

    44 min

  3. JAN 29

    How American Foreign Policy Will Change Under Trump— and Why You Can Relax, with Peter Pomerantsev

    In this conversation on Navigating Noise, Peter Pomerantsev and I explored the shifting landscape of international relations and what it means for America's place in the world. What struck me most was how our discussion lead to a fundamental question: How do nations define friendship in an increasingly transactional world? Watch the full episode to hear how we explore this topic.

    52 min

  4. JAN 22

    Jeff Rogg on Why Open Source Intelligence Could Be Hurting the Future of National Security

    The historical evolution of American intelligence offers a lens through which to understand today’s complex national security challenges. As the information landscape becomes increasingly vast and nuanced, tracing the trajectory of intelligence—from its origins to its current form—provides insights into the interplay between secrecy, trust, and the public-private partnerships that define its practice. This conversation with Jeff Rogg, the author of the forthcoming book, The Spy, The State, examines these historical precedents. Together we uncovered lessons on navigating technological disruption, fostering trust, and balancing transparency with national security imperatives.

    51 min

  5. JAN 8

    The Human Side of Data: Insights on Conflict, Policy, and Progress

    The world is messy. Wars rage, governments falter, and institutions scramble to find clarity in a sea of uncertainty. Jake Shapiro is skilled at making sense of theses modern conflicts. An author and Princeton professor, he deeply understands how institutional frameworks and data applications can shape global dynamics. Watch the episode to learn more about: - The Value of Local Knowledge Meeting Data - Making Complexity Understandable - Universities as Untapped Resources for Public Good - Conflict’s Human Core - Lessons for Thought Leaders

    46 min

  6. 12/18/2024

    Trust and Information in a Changing World: Insights from Ellen McCarthy

    In a recent episode of Navigating Noise, I had the privilege of speaking with Ellen McCarthy, CEO of the Trust in Media Cooperative and former Assistant Secretary of State for Intelligence and Research. Her diverse career journey—from journalist to intelligence officer—provides a unique perspective on trust, information, and the evolving dynamics of media and intelligence. Here are the key insights from our conversation.

    49 min

  7. 12/11/2024

    From CIA to Datenna: How Martijn Rasser Tracks the Global Tech Frontier

    What happens when national security becomes a question of data—and who wields it best? In this episode of Navigating Noise, I sat down with Martijn Rasser, Chief Strategy Officer at Datenna and a former CIA intelligence officer, to explore how emerging technologies and open-source intelligence (OSINT) are reshaping global power dynamics. Martijn draws on his deep experience in the intelligence community and private sector to reveal how countries like China are leveraging innovations in quantum computing, biotechnology, and AI—and what the U.S. must do to stay ahead in this high-stakes competition.

    48 min

  8. 12/04/2024

    Understanding The Russia-China Alliance: Leverage, Friction, and the Road Ahead, with Sasha Gabuev

    Why are Russia and China closer than ever—and what could eventually pull them apart? In this episode of Navigating Noise, I sat down with Sasha Gabuev, Director of the Carnegie Russia Eurasia Center, to unpack one of the most consequential relationships in global geopolitics. Gabuev, a leading expert on China-Russian relations, has spent decades analyzing the strategic, economic, and cultural forces shaping this partnership. From his time as a journalist covering Kremlin diplomacy to his current role at Carnegie, Gabuev offers a rare perspective on why this relationship works—and where it’s likely to crack. If you’re looking to understand the real drivers of the Russia-China relationship, this conversation is essential. Here are my key takeaways, but don’t miss the full episode above for the full depth of insight.

    51 min
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Navigating Noise is your guide to mastering the art and science of data-driven decision making in geopolitics and global intelligence. In each episode, we'll go beyond the headlines and standard data streams. We'll explore advanced methodologies for finding and evaluating high-quality data, dissect real-world case studies, and uncover the skills needed to extract unique insights from complex information landscapes.

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  • Creator
    Filter Labs
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    13
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Filter Labs
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    Navigating Noise

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