SpyCast - Telling Americans About China (and Intelligence) - with Sara Castro

This week on SpyCast, Andrew was joined by Sara Castro, President of the Society for Intelligence History, professor of History at the United States Air Force Academy, and former intelligence analyst at the CIA. After taking the dare to study Chinese language in college, Sara developed a deep interest in understanding Chinese culture and history - An interest that would shape the trajectory of her career. Her new book, Mission to Mao: US Intelligence in China during World War II is available for pre-order now.
In this episode, Sara and Andrew dig into the lesser-known history of the US-China collaboration during WWII, including an exploration of the fascinating Dixie Mission that occurred between 1944 and 1947. With an eye on current relations, this episode reminds us just how critical the study of history is to understand the present.
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[@jstpsgthru]

Ms Castro appears to really enjoy what she does. I would love to have had her as a teacher. The United States and the Air Force Academy cadets are lucky to have her perspective. While I appreciate that China wants more respect, respect is earned. Right now, it is important to "persuade" China to follow international norms. And, I'm not sure America has to fear war with China; the countries are still too interdependent. But, then I don't have her perspective.

[@melinapaixao82]

I thought there would be more about what she teaches in the academy but I liked it a lot

[@TheWebMindset]

The interviewer has a nervous chuckle that makes him difficult to listen to. Still, I truly enjoy the interviews.

[@jackharle1251]

More autistic losers in charge

[@catc8927]

If you’re interested in more about the “century of humiliation” and what motivates the Chinese Communist Party today, I recommend Kraut’s video called “Trump’s Biggest Failure.”