Podcast Episodes
Back to Search35. The Story of a Soviet Defector with Alexandra Costa
Episode 35
Today, Alexandra Costa shares the story of her defection from the Soviet Union. Also known as Yelena Mitrokhina, Alexandra was wife to the first secr…
4 years, 3 months ago
34. Life as a Nicaraguan Contra with Luis Moreno
Episode 34
Today, Luis Moreno gives a firsthand account of his experiences in Nicaragua. A prominent figure among The Contras, Luis survived unbearable violence…
4 years, 4 months ago
33. The True Story of the Portland Spy Ring with Trevor Barnes
Episode 33
Today, Justin chats with former BBC senior reporter and producer, and now author, Trevor Barnes on the details of the Portland Spy Ring. This rare ca…
4 years, 4 months ago
32. Espionage in Academia and Higher Education with Daniel Golden
Episode 32
Today, prolific journalist Daniel Golden dives into espionage recruitment at universities around the world. Faculty, staff, and students alike are of…
4 years, 4 months ago
The CIA Agents Tortured Under Fidel Castro
Season 1 Episode 31
In this solo episode, Justin dives into the story of three CIA agents who survived against the odds in Havana, Cuba. As service technicians, their ro…
4 years, 5 months ago
31. The CIA Men Tortured in Fidel Castro's Cuba
Episode 31
In this solo episode, Justin dives into the story of three CIA men who survived against the odds in Havana, Cuba. As service technicians, their role …
4 years, 5 months ago
30. A Counterintelligence Agent Turned Romanov Heir with Tim Tate
Episode 30
Today, prolific author and journalist Tim Tate shares the story of Polish Intelligence Officer Michael Goleniewski. A figure in James Angleton's comp…
4 years, 5 months ago
29. Communist Indoctrination of American POWs with Brian D. McKnight
Episode 29
Today, author and scholar Brian McKnight delves into Chinese treatment of American prisoners of war during in Korea. Following the armistice that end…
4 years, 5 months ago
28. The Complicated Case of James Angleton with Jefferson Morley
Episode 28
Today, journalist, author, and expert Jefferson Morley shares unique details on the life and career of one of of the most controversial CIA figures: …
4 years, 5 months ago
27. The Unlikely Alliance between the CIA and Ex-Communist Polish Intelligence with John Pomfret
Episode 27
Today, author and journalist John Pomfret shares details about the true story of an interesting alliance involving Polish spies aiding the United Sta…
4 years, 6 months ago