S9E7 A CIA Agent, a Scarf, and a Stairwell (Uploaded for Spotify)

S9E7 A CIA Agent, a Scarf, and a Stairwell (Uploaded for Spotify)

Inheriting a familial military legacy, Rachel joined the CIA after working a career in male-dominated spaces such as startups and as a military contractor. Discussing her experiences as a military family member, to living through a war in service, she shares a rare perspective on military life, culture, and survivorship.

Rachel Cuda made history as the first-ever CIA officer to approach Congress about the Agency’s treatment of sexual assault victims, advocating for systemic change. Leading generations of other survivors, she helped share their stories and was the first of only two CIA officers selected to testify before Congress under oath in closed-door hearings. In just eleven months, her efforts culminated in landmark legislation being passed as part of the 2024 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) that mandated reforms such as requiring the CIA establish a dedicated Sexual Harassment/Assault Response and Prevention office, improving reporting mechanisms, enhancing victim support, and ensuring independent investigations to address sexual misconduct more effectively. Previously anonymous to the public, Rachel came forward in Fall 2024, sharing her name and story with the world.

Host: Katie Koestner

Editor: Evan Mader

Producers: Catrina Aglubat and Emily Wang

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S9E22 Kansas State Fraternity Stands Against Brother, With Survivor

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S9E21 From Baby Shower to Mom Stabbed by Boyfriend in a Ditch

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S9E20 How to Turn Your Story into a Speech

S9E20 How to Turn Your Story into a Speech

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S9E18 Angry Enough to Rewire the Brain

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