Investigative Journalist & National Security Expert; Pulitzer Prize Winner; Author of "Legacy of Ashes"

New York, NY, USA
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Tim Weiner Biography

Tim Weiner is an investigative journalist and author known for his work on national security and intelligence. Weiner earned the Pulitzer Prize for National Reporting for a series on the Central Intelligence Agency's covert actions. His books, including "Legacy of Ashes: The History of the CIA," "Blank Check: The Pentagon's Black Budget," and "Enemies: A History of the FBI," provide analysis of U.S. intelligence operations, drawing from declassified documents and interviews to examine systemic challenges and reforms.

Weiner's career includes years as a national security correspondent for The New York Times, where his reporting contributed to public understanding of complex geopolitical issues. His expertise extends to public speaking, where he offers insights on intelligence history and policy failures through appearances and discussions. These platforms demonstrate his ability to explain intricate subjects in accessible narratives.

Weiner continues to contribute to discussions on global security through writing and speaking engagements, addressing the landscape of espionage and government accountability. His examinations of institutional shortcomings and journalistic integrity position him as a credible voice for audiences seeking depth and clarity on national security and intelligence matters.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 02/16/2026.

Tim Weiner Speaking Topics

  • Uprooting 21st-Century Terrorism

  • America in Afghanistan: A War Without End?

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Tim Weiner Videos

Virtual Talks | Tim Weiner, The Folly and the Glory

Virtual Talks | Tim Weiner, The Folly and the Glory

Virtual Author Talk Series in conversation with Natasha Bertrand Atlanta History Center’s incredible lineup of author talks has gone virtual,...

Tim Weiner — The Mission: The CIA in the 21st Century

Tim Weiner — The Mission: The CIA in the 21st Century

Watch author Tim Weiner's book talk and reading at Politics and Prose bookstore in Washington, D.C. PURCHASE BOOK HERE:...

Analysis of U.S.-Russia Intelligence | Tim Weiner

Analysis of U.S.-Russia Intelligence | Tim Weiner

http://www.silurians.org/ . Tim Weiner, Award Winning Author and Political Warfare Expert Wednesday April 20, 2022 Why was the U.S. intelligence...

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Tim Weiner is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Uprooting 21st-Century Terrorism, America in Afghanistan: A War Without End?, The FBI and America's Enemies and Can the CIA Get It Right?. The estimated speaking fee range to book Tim Weiner for your event is available upon request. Tim Weiner generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Jocko Willink, Joshua Goldstein, Sarah Chayes, Jerry Kaplan and George Bisharat. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Tim Weiner for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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