A Secret Service insider reveals what it's really like to protect high-profile leaders and make life-or-death decisions under extreme pressure. In this episode of the STS podcast, retired Agent Fraser shares firsthand experiences as a Secret Service insider, offering a rare look inside one of America's most elite federal agencies. From high-risk protective missions to split-second decision-making, this Secret Service insider explains the training, mindset, and teamwork required to succeed in some of the world's most demanding security operations.
Join Emmy Award-winning journalist Joel Waldman and #BestGuest Ret. Agent Fraser as they discuss the realities of working in the U.S. Secret Service, preparing for major security events, responding to threats, and staying calm during high-stress situations. Fraser also shares personal stories from the field, explains how agents assess risk, and offers unique insight into the challenges of protecting public officials while adapting to constantly changing threats.
Whether you're fascinated by federal law enforcement, executive protection, or crisis response, this episode delivers a direct, conversational, and concise look behind the scenes of the Secret Service. Stay informed with compelling real crime stories, inspiring survivor stories, the latest true crime news, discussions of notable cold cases, and trusted reporting from the STS podcast.
Key Points from the Episode:
Ret. Agent Fraser's experiences as a Secret Service insider
Inside the U.S. Secret Service and executive protection
How agents prepare for high-stress situations
Real stories from protective missions
Threat assessment and crisis response strategies
Lessons learned from a career in federal law enforcement
Behind-the-scenes look at one of America's elite agencies
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Welcome to Surviving The Survivor, the podcast that brings you the #BestGuests in all of true crime. In this special series, Surviving My Biggest Case, Retired Agent Craig Fraser opens up about his experience as a secret service agents, what it took to get there and what it was like to protect some of the most high-profile names in America during the most stressful of times.