The Watchers is a profile in the people who are looking out for the rest of us. From national security to cybersecurity, regulators to military operators, these are the people who are on the wall for us.

Produced by Sentinel Blue and hosted by Andy Sauer, these deep dive conversations seek to explore the lives and work of these Watchers, to show you what really happens in these organizations, to introduce you to these people who might have impacted your life without you knowing. 

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