Emily Brandwin

After spending several years performing in dark nightclubs as an improv comedienne, Emily Brandwin took the next logical step in her career by joining the Central Intelligence Agency. After graduating at the top of her class at "The Farm," she embarked on a career in intelligence, involving worldwide missions that remain confidential. Recognized for her exceptional work, she received multiple awards and was commended by the Director of Operations.

Since leaving the CIA, Emily relocated to Los Angeles where she combines her expertise in intelligence with her passion for performance. As a media commentator, podcast host, and keynote speaker, she has appeared on platforms such as "Nightline," FOX's "The Independents," and BBC, and can currently be seen in a digital series for "The Americans" on FX.com. Emily is also the host of the podcasts "Washington for Beautiful People" and "Unredacted" on Deep State Radio, featuring guests such as Hillary Clinton and Jon Cryer.

Emily's writings have been published in Time, Marie Claire, The Guardian, and Medium, among others. She has been profiled in Cosmopolitan and St. Louis Magazine and contributes expert insights on espionage in media, notably discussing the realism of spy portrayals in "The Americans." Emily Brandwin offers engaging keynote programs including "From Mid-West, Missouri Comedian to the CIA," detailing her unique career journey, and "The Stand-Up Spy," where she explores her transition from comedy to espionage. She shares further insights on intelligence and espionage through her Twitter handle @CIAspygirl.