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Episode 61: The Power We Hold: Women Spies, Storytelling, and the Courage to Create
Episode Description
In this episode, we’re joined by Cadie Hopkins and Megan Jaffer, co-founders of Iron Butterfly Media, who have made it their mission to amplify the voices of women across the global intelligence community. They have created their first feature-length documentary, “The Power We Hold: Stories from Women Spies,” which released in March 2026. Cadie and Megan feature ten amazing women in their film, and talk about why they felt compelled to bring these powerful stories to a broader audience. They reflect on the unique leadership lessons women in intelligence bring to the table—from resilience and collaboration to a more “democratic” model of leadership. They also explore what it’s like to build a creative company together, how they brought their documentary to life with donor support, and why storytelling can be such a powerful catalyst for change.