Intelligence Career Conversations
This podcast explores the people, paths, and policies shaping today’s intelligence community. Each episode features candid discussions with professionals from across the field—covering career journeys, skill-building advice, and the real-world impact of policy decisions on the IC workforce.
Intelligence Career Conversations
Dr. Philip Ritcheson: Never Give Up
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On this episode of the Intelligence Career Conversations podcast, host Jim Donnelly is joined by Dr. Philip Ritcheson, Senior VP for Corporate Strategy at Leidos, for a conversation on leadership, service, and navigating a career across government, the military, and industry. Dr. Ritcheson reflects on lessons learned from decades in national security, the realities of public-to-private sector transitions, and the importance of mentorship, resilience, and staying mission-focused in an increasingly complex security environment.