Podcast Episodes
Back to Search11. The Sacrifices of Adolf Tolkachev: A Soviet CIA Asset with David E. Hoffman
Episode 11
In this episode, David E. Hoffman goes into detail on the long-running espionage of Russian radar scientist, Adolf Tolkachev. Tolkachev was so determined to bring down the USSR that he approached the…
Published on 4 years, 4 months ago
10. An Ex-KGB Spy in America with Jack Barsky and Chelsea Dittrich
Episode 10
In this episode, Jack Barsky tells of his time working against the US as a KGB spy. From dangerous situations and being followed by the FBI to the lie he told to 'retire' from the KGB, hear about Jac…
Published on 4 years, 4 months ago
9. The Butcher of Lyon: The Crimes of Klaus Barbie
Episode 9
In this solo episode, hear Justin tell the story of nazi hold out and eventual ally spy, Klaus Barbie. From WWII atrocities to giving up his own ex-SS colleagues and trying to take down the USSR, Bar…
Published on 4 years, 5 months ago
8. Counterterrorism and Special Forces with Steven Emerson
Episode 8
In this episode, author and journalist Steven Emerson shares inside information on covert military operation abroad during the Cold War era. Hear of covert organizations and secret missions you never…
Published on 4 years, 5 months ago
7. The CIA and the Shah with Tim Tyler
Episode 7
In this episode of Spycraft 101, Tim Tyler shares details of the CIA's involvement in Iran following World War II. From constitutional action mistaken for coups to non-lethal missions after the Islam…
Published on 4 years, 5 months ago
6. The Inventions and Espionage of Leon Theremin with Dr. Albert Glinsky
Episode 6
In this episode, Dr. Albert Glinsky covers the life of Leon Theremin. Theremin invented the odd musical instrument that bears his name, but he also engaged in espionage in the US for the Soviet Union…
Published on 4 years, 5 months ago
5. Flying for the CIA's Secret Airline with Neil Hansen
Episode 5
In this episode, hear from Neil Hansen about what it was like flying for Air America in Southeast Asia. Neil spent his time working with and defending the Hmong people in Laos--and he disagrees with …
Published on 4 years, 6 months ago
4. Cyanide Pills and Glowing Foxes with John Lisle
Episode 4
In this episode, hear about the birth of American international espionage: the OSS. From cyanide pills to radioactive glowing foxes, the the USA's first intelligence organization was full of unique d…
Published on 4 years, 6 months ago
3. The Man in Moscow with Michael D. Sellers
Episode 3
In this episode of Spycraft 101, hear from retired CIA agent and movie producer Michael D. Sellers about his time as an agent in Ethiopia, Moscow, and The Philippines. What is really like to be ambu…
Published on 4 years, 6 months ago
2. The Reality of Life in the CIA with Doug Patteson
Episode 2
In the second episode of Spycraft 101's double feature premiere, hear what it's really like to be a CIA case manager, with former agent Doug Patteson. Who's in more danger--a US agent or a foreign as…
Published on 4 years, 6 months ago