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The Death of Us by Abigail Dean. Isabel is a lead protagonist in this story, who throughout much of the book directly addresses the intruder who perpetrated a home invasion on her and her husband Edward when they were 30 years old and happily married, but those days are long gone. More than 20 years later, they reunite to attend the trial of a man finally charged with the crime, trying to reconcile their lives before, and after. This is gripping psychological drama. A Spy at War by Charles Beaumont. Simon Sharman is a former British spy gone rogue to track down the Chechen assassin who murdered his friend and business partner Evie. He's a man alone, but his friends and former colleagues in Whitehall are never far away and it turns out there's much more going on than his solitary pursuit of the bad guy – British intelligence has its fingers in several pies and it takes Simon a while to figure out his place in their schemes. Set amidst the war in Ukraine and the kind of news headlines we've seen for three years now, this story takes you right up close to some of the action and its commentary on US and European politics could be said to be prescient. It's terrific espionage and if, like me, you love David McCloskey and I.S.Berry, this one's for you. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Who's in the mood for a mole hunt!? Chris and Mike break down David McCloskey's third novel - The Seventh Floor.Please subscribe, rate & review using Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcasting platform. You can find us online at ThrillerPod.com and on Twitter or Instagram @ThrillerPodcast.This episode is made possible thanks to our fantastic Patrons! For less than the price of a novel a month, you can help us keep the show going and get access to exclusive content and signed book giveaways! Become a Patron today at Patreon.com/ThrillerPod
In the first 2025 edition of Great Chats with Francesca Rudkin, former CIA analyst turned thriller writer David McCloskey talks his third book and how he captures CIA life. New Zealand's own Morgana O'Reilly is a cast member on The White Lotus and tells Francesca what it was like on set and what audiences should expect from the hit show's third season. And Jake Bailey captured the nation's attention when he was at high school with a cancer diagnosis. He's beaten the disease and has become a speaker on the international scene and talked his new book. Great Chats with Francesca Rudkin brings you the best interviews from Newstalk ZB's The Sunday Session. Listen on iHeartRadio or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What does al-Sharaa's rise to power mean for Syria? Given his surprise takeover, how will today's CIA analysts be changing the way they think about the country and what happens next? Will Syria be the next Libya? Join Rory and Alastair as they discuss Syria's rapidly shifting political landscape with former CIA analyst and The Rest Is Classified co-host David McCloskey, who spent almost a decade covering Syria from Langley and Damascus, both before and during the Syrian civil war. The Rest Is Politics is powered by Fuse Energy. Fuse are giving away FREE TRIP+ membership for all of 2025 to new sign ups
A former CIA agent is cautiously optimistic Donald Trump's plans for the agency won't affect its core mission. The US President has extended buyout offers to the entire agency, which would see employees take some benefits like extended pa, in exchange for agreeing to resign. Former agent and author David McCloskey, says he's hopeful the headlines are more smoke than fire. He says agents he worked with under the first Trump administration would say there was almost no disruption in that time. "The CIA just kind of runs and there's bluster and politicking at that sort of 30,000 foot level - but not really when you get down to what's happening inside the CIA." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A former CIA agent is cautiously optimistic Donald Trump's plans for the agency won't affect its core mission. The US President has extended buyout offers to the entire agency, which would see employees take some benefits like extended pa, in exchange for agreeing to resign. Former agent and author David McCloskey, says he's hopeful the headlines are more smoke than fire. He says agents he worked with under the first Trump administration would say there was almost no disruption in that time. "The CIA just kind of runs and there's bluster and politicking at that sort of 30,000 foot level - but not really when you get down to what's happening inside the CIA." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Seventh Floor by David McCloskey A Russian arrives in Singapore with a secret to sell. When the Russian is killed and Sam Joseph, the CIA officer dispatched for the meet, goes missing, Artemis Procter is made a scapegoat and run out of the service. Traded back in a spy swap, Sam appears at Procter's central Florida doorstep months later with an explosive secret: there is a Russian mole hidden deep within the upper reaches of CIA. As Procter and Sam investigate, they arrive at a shortlist of suspects made up of both Procter's closest friends and fiercest enemies. The hunt soon requires Procter to dredge up her own checkered past in service of CIA, placing her and Sam into the sights of a savvy Russian spymaster who will protect Moscow's mole in Langley at all costs, even if it means wreaking bloody havoc across the United States. More or Less Maddy by Lisa Genova Maddy Banks is just like any other stressed-out student at NYU. Between exams, navigating life in the city, and a recent breakup, it's normal to feel overwhelmed. It doesn't help that she's always been the odd one out in her picture-perfect Connecticut family. But Maddy's latest low is devastatingly low, and she goes on antidepressants. She begins to feel good, dazzling in fact, and she soon spirals into a wild and terrifying mania that culminates in a diagnosis of bipolar disorder. As she struggles to find her way in this new reality, navigating the complex effects bipolar has on her identity, her relationships, and her life dreams, Maddy will have to figure out how to manage being both too much and not enough. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On the Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin Full Show Podcast for Sunday 9th February 2025, former CIA analyst turned spy author David McCloskey opens up about Donald Trump's plans for the agency. Lotta Dann is taking aim at diet culture and our obsession with skinny. She shares her personal story of extreme dieting and why she's pushing back. AI is set to transform health care, world expert Professor John Hirdes explains how could it help in the care of our aging population. Francesca's son has left the nest for uni, she shares why she's ok with it (and why she's already redecorating his bedroom). Science says it takes 32 minutes to boil the perfect egg, but chef Mike Van de Elzen says that's crazy. Steve Newall and Jason Pine have all you need to know about the Superbowl from Kendrick Lamar, Taylor Swift, Trump and the game. Get the Sunday Session with Francesca Rudkin Full Show Podcast every Sunday on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
AL QAEDA HAS NOW CAPTURED DAMASCUS: 2/4: Damascus Station: A Novel, by David McCloskey. . CIA case officer Sam Joseph is dispatched to Paris to recruit Syrian Palace official Mariam Haddad. The two fall into a forbidden relationship, which supercharges Haddad's recruitment and creates unspeakable danger when they enter Damascus to find the man responsible for the disappearance of an American spy. But the cat and mouse chase for the killer soon leads to a trail of high-profile assassinations and the discovery of a dark secret at the heart of the Syrian regime, bringing the pair under the all-seeing eyes of Assad's spy catcher, Ali Hassan, and his brother Rustum, the head of the feared Republican Guard. Set against the backdrop of a Syria pulsing with fear and rebellion, Damascus Station is a gripping thriller that offers a textured portrayal of espionage, love, loyalty, and betrayal in one of the most difficult CIA assignments on the planet. 1870 DAMASCUS
AL QAEDA HAS NOW CAPTURED DAMASCUS: 4/4: Damascus Station: A Novel, by David McCloskey. . CIA case officer Sam Joseph is dispatched to Paris to recruit Syrian Palace official Mariam Haddad. The two fall into a forbidden relationship, which supercharges Haddad's recruitment and creates unspeakable danger when they enter Damascus to find the man responsible for the disappearance of an American spy. But the cat and mouse chase for the killer soon leads to a trail of high-profile assassinations and the discovery of a dark secret at the heart of the Syrian regime, bringing the pair under the all-seeing eyes of Assad's spy catcher, Ali Hassan, and his brother Rustum, the head of the feared Republican Guard. Set against the backdrop of a Syria pulsing with fear and rebellion, Damascus Station is a gripping thriller that offers a textured portrayal of espionage, love, loyalty, and betrayal in one of the most difficult CIA assignments on the planet. 1870 DAMASCUS
AL QAEDA HAS NOW CAPTURED DAMASCUS: 3/4: Damascus Station: A Novel, by David McCloskey. . CIA case officer Sam Joseph is dispatched to Paris to recruit Syrian Palace official Mariam Haddad. The two fall into a forbidden relationship, which supercharges Haddad's recruitment and creates unspeakable danger when they enter Damascus to find the man responsible for the disappearance of an American spy. But the cat and mouse chase for the killer soon leads to a trail of high-profile assassinations and the discovery of a dark secret at the heart of the Syrian regime, bringing the pair under the all-seeing eyes of Assad's spy catcher, Ali Hassan, and his brother Rustum, the head of the feared Republican Guard. Set against the backdrop of a Syria pulsing with fear and rebellion, Damascus Station is a gripping thriller that offers a textured portrayal of espionage, love, loyalty, and betrayal in one of the most difficult CIA assignments on the planet. 1900 DAMASCUS
AL QAEDA HAS NOW CAPTURED DAMASCUS: 1/4: Damascus Station: A Novel, by David McCloskey. . CIA case officer Sam Joseph is dispatched to Paris to recruit Syrian Palace official Mariam Haddad. The two fall into a forbidden relationship, which supercharges Haddad's recruitment and creates unspeakable danger when they enter Damascus to find the man responsible for the disappearance of an American spy. But the cat and mouse chase for the killer soon leads to a trail of high-profile assassinations and the discovery of a dark secret at the heart of the Syrian regime, bringing the pair under the all-seeing eyes of Assad's spy catcher, Ali Hassan, and his brother Rustum, the head of the feared Republican Guard. Set against the backdrop of a Syria pulsing with fear and rebellion, Damascus Station is a gripping thriller that offers a textured portrayal of espionage, love, loyalty, and betrayal in one of the most difficult CIA assignments on the planet. 1860 DAMASCUS
The Peacock and the Sparrow by I.S.Berry. Like the books of David McCloskey of which I'm so fond (Damascus Station, Moscow X) – the author I.S.Berry also worked for the CIA, which gives this book a real sense of authenticity and knowing what she's writing about. Shane Collins is a CIA operative based in Bahrain. He's jaded, nearing compulsory retirement age and has no illusions about his own shortcomings. His job in Bahrain is to feed intel back to America about Iran's involvement in an Arab spring type uprising but this is a really murky world where things might not be as they seem and everyone's expendable. Throw in the 2011 implosion of Bahrain and it's dynamite. If you like a top shelf spy thriller, look no further. This is the real deal. Jackie Public, Private, Secret by J. Randy Taraborelli. Much has been written about Jackie Kennedy Onassis, but this book expertly goes behind the scenes to tell the story of the woman who once said that she had three lives – public, private and secret. The author delves into them all, after decades of interviews with family members, friends, lovers and colleagues and the result is a very personal insight into the woman who married a serial philanderer who went on to become President; who suffered lifelong trauma after his assassination; and whose life was coloured by complex relationships, many of them under constant scrutiny by media and the world at large. It's absolutely fascinating. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Writer and journalist Antonia Senior interviews bestselling author David McCloskey about his latest novel, 'The Seventh Floor.' The conversation delves into the intricacies of espionage, the brutal realities of interrogation, and the complex relationships between characters in the world of intelligence. McCloskey shares insights from his experience as a former CIA analyst, exploring themes of friendship, betrayal, and the moral dilemmas faced by those in the intelligence community. Buy the book: https://amzn.eu/d/36LWTuM David McCloskey, The Seventh Floor, CIA, espionage, spy novels, mole hunt, interrogation, character dynamics, Russian intelligence, friendship in espionage Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Send me a Text Message!Storyteller's Society WaitlistLearn more about Daria White OsahListen to David McCloskey's EpisodeStruggling to find time to write? In this episode, Daria White Osah (author and book coach) discusses a great strategy for busy writers—Time Pockets. If you've ever wondered how to write more efficiently while juggling work, family, and life, this episode is packed with actionable writing tips to help you prioritize your craft. Whether you're deep into thriller writing or working on your first novel, Daria's approach will help you stay consistent, avoid burnout, and finally finish that book.Actionable Tips:✔️ How to prioritize your writing like a business meeting and make it non-negotiable✔️ The Time Pockets method—how to identify hidden opportunities in your schedule to write consistently✔️ Strategies to overcome writing slumps and get back into your routine when life gets in the wayTweet me @DavidRGwyn
DANASCUS BACK IN THE GREAT GAME: 1/4: Damascus Station: A Novel, by David McCloskey. . CIA case officer Sam Joseph is dispatched to Paris to recruit Syrian Palace official Mariam Haddad. The two fall into a forbidden relationship, which supercharges Haddad's recruitment and creates unspeakable danger when they enter Damascus to find the man responsible for the disappearance of an American spy. But the cat and mouse chase for the killer soon leads to a trail of high-profile assassinations and the discovery of a dark secret at the heart of the Syrian regime, bringing the pair under the all-seeing eyes of Assad's spy catcher, Ali Hassan, and his brother Rustum, the head of the feared Republican Guard. Set against the backdrop of a Syria pulsing with fear and rebellion, Damascus Station is a gripping thriller that offers a textured portrayal of espionage, love, loyalty, and betrayal in one of the most difficult CIA assignments on the planet. 1880 .
DANASCUS BACK IN THE GREAT GAME: 2/4: Damascus Station: A Novel, by David McCloskey. . CIA case officer Sam Joseph is dispatched to Paris to recruit Syrian Palace official Mariam Haddad. The two fall into a forbidden relationship, which supercharges Haddad's recruitment and creates unspeakable danger when they enter Damascus to find the man responsible for the disappearance of an American spy. But the cat and mouse chase for the killer soon leads to a trail of high-profile assassinations and the discovery of a dark secret at the heart of the Syrian regime, bringing the pair under the all-seeing eyes of Assad's spy catcher, Ali Hassan, and his brother Rustum, the head of the feared Republican Guard. Set against the backdrop of a Syria pulsing with fear and rebellion, Damascus Station is a gripping thriller that offers a textured portrayal of espionage, love, loyalty, and betrayal in one of the most difficult CIA assignments on the planet. .1914 Syria
DANASCUS BACK IN THE GREAT GAME: 3/4: Damascus Station: A Novel, by David McCloskey. . CIA case officer Sam Joseph is dispatched to Paris to recruit Syrian Palace official Mariam Haddad. The two fall into a forbidden relationship, which supercharges Haddad's recruitment and creates unspeakable danger when they enter Damascus to find the man responsible for the disappearance of an American spy. But the cat and mouse chase for the killer soon leads to a trail of high-profile assassinations and the discovery of a dark secret at the heart of the Syrian regime, bringing the pair under the all-seeing eyes of Assad's spy catcher, Ali Hassan, and his brother Rustum, the head of the feared Republican Guard. Set against the backdrop of a Syria pulsing with fear and rebellion, Damascus Station is a gripping thriller that offers a textured portrayal of espionage, love, loyalty, and betrayal in one of the most difficult CIA assignments on the planet. 1898 .
DANASCUS BACK IN THE GREAT GAME: 4/4: Damascus Station: A Novel, by David McCloskey. . CIA case officer Sam Joseph is dispatched to Paris to recruit Syrian Palace official Mariam Haddad. The two fall into a forbidden relationship, which supercharges Haddad's recruitment and creates unspeakable danger when they enter Damascus to find the man responsible for the disappearance of an American spy. But the cat and mouse chase for the killer soon leads to a trail of high-profile assassinations and the discovery of a dark secret at the heart of the Syrian regime, bringing the pair under the all-seeing eyes of Assad's spy catcher, Ali Hassan, and his brother Rustum, the head of the feared Republican Guard. Set against the backdrop of a Syria pulsing with fear and rebellion, Damascus Station is a gripping thriller that offers a textured portrayal of espionage, love, loyalty, and betrayal in one of the most difficult CIA assignments on the planet. 1870 .
Send me a Text Message!Storyteller's Society WaitlistLeslie Conner's EpisodeConnect with DavidFind David on InstagramIn this episode, we're joined by David McCloskey, a former CIA analyst and author of the thrillers The Seventh Floor, Moscow X, and Damascus Station. David brings a wealth of real-world experience into his fiction, and today, we'll explore how his background as a CIA agent has shaped his writing. You'll will learn how to blend real-world expertise with gripping fiction, we'll also dive deep into character development, and master pacing and high-stakes in your opening chapter. If you're looking to craft stories that feel authentic, compelling, and full of tension, this conversation is for you.How to use real-world experience to enhance your thriller writing.Writing an opening chapter that readers will lovePacing techniques that will keep readers on the edge of their seats.Tweet me @DavidRGwyn
How many threads lead us down the path of duplicity? On this week's episode of The Artful Periscope, Larry welcomes international bestseller Jeffrey Archer to discuss An Eye for an Eye, the latest in the William Warwick series. Together, Larry and Jeffrey explore the novel's themes of art forgery and historical intrigue, including a Rembrandt … Continue reading Episode 93 How Many Threads Lead Us Down the Path of Duplicity? Author Jeffrey Archer and David McCloskey →
David Goodman's first novel, A Reluctant Spy, is a story about how a man makes a deal and gets more than he bargained for. Show notes: David Goodman (https://www.davidgoodman.net) A Reluctant Spy (https://www.davidgoodman.net/books/) The Americans (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Americans) Moscow X, David McCloskey (https://www.davidmccloskeybooks.com/moscow-x) Learn more about Scrivener (https://www.literatureandlatte.com/scrivener/overview), and check out the ebook Take Control of Scrivener (https://www.literatureandlatte.com/store). If you like the podcast, please follow it on Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/write-now-with-scrivener/id1568550068) or your favorite podcast app. Leave a rating or review, and tell your friends. And check out past episodes of Write Now with Scrivener (https://podcast.scrivenerapp.com).
John J. Miller is joined by David McCloskey to discuss his new book, 'The Seventh Floor.'
Brian and Lee talk with former CIA analyst David McCloskey. David talks about his book “The Seventh Floor.” Find out what it was like to work at Langley Headquarters. A […] The post The Brian and Lee Show: Interview with David McCloskey appeared first on WWDB-AM.
Listen to John Maytham's weekly book reviews and share his passion for all things literary. From fiction to non-fiction, John reads and reviews a range of books that would sit well on your reading list. This week’s review: Damascus Station by David McCloskey, Stone Yard Devotional by Charlotte Wood, Money by David McWilliams.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In 2021, US troops withdrew from Afghanistan, ending a conflict that had been brutally fought for almost 20 years. While the news dominated the headlines, fewer may have heard the story of when the CIA first entered Afghanistan in the aftermath of 9/11. Today Katty and Anthony are joined by former CIA analyst and host of Goalhanger's latest podcast, The Rest Is Classified, David McCloskey, to discuss this fascinating story. To hear the full episode, search The Rest Is Classified wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It's Iran 1951. Mohammad Mosaddegh, fuelled by an ever-growing nationalism, has just been elected Prime Minister. Immediately he chooses to nationalise the Anglo-Iranian Oil Company, much to the anger of the British who control the majority stake. In response, MI6 are determined to destabilise his government and remove him from power. So they begin to conspire with the CIA. Kermit Roosevelt, grandson of Teddy Roosevelt and agency man, will go from Washington to Iran and, building on existing instability, foment chaos on the streets. But it won't be plain sailing... Listen to Goalhanger's latest podcast, The Rest is Classified, as David McCloskey and Gordon Corera tell the story of the 1953 Iranian coup orchestrated by the CIA and MI6. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Maybe you've noticed that simply having friends has gotten expensive. Meeting for lunch, drinks after work, dinner at a restaurant can cost a lot! Interestingly, the cost of friendship is affecting the quality and quantity of friendships in a significant way. Listen as I explain. https://www.badcredit.org/studies/friendship-spending-statistics/ What are some of the traits, behaviors or practices that truly successful people do? That is a question that has been tackled by William Vanderbloemen, founder and CEO of Vanderbloemen Search Group. He conducted surveys and research into the behaviors of successful people – and they are things anyone can do. Listen as he reveals what you can do starting today to stand out in a crowd. He is author of the book Be the Unicorn: 12 Data-Driven Habits that Separate the Best Leaders from the Rest (https://amzn.to/3CD1MD5). The website he references is www.vanderindex.com What does the CIA do exactly? From watching movies and TV, it all looks very exciting, intriguing and dangerous. Is it really? You are about to find out as you listen to my guest David McCloskey. He is a former CIA analyst who wrote regularly for the President's Daily Brief, delivered classified testimony to Congressional oversight committees, and briefed senior White House officials, ambassadors, military officials, and Arab royalty. He also worked in CIA field stations across the Middle East. David is the author of a book called The Seventh Floor (https://amzn.to/3CBqx2t) which is a novel – about spies. If you are intrigued by the world of spies, you, you should check it out. But first listen to our conversation. It's fascinating. Perhaps you have heard that chewing gum can improve your cognitive ability and help you do better on tests. Is it true? Sort of. It kinda depends on how you chew the gum. Listen and discover what I mean. https://www.livescience.com/17520-chewing-gum-test-performance.html Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Barbara Peters in conversation with David McCloskey and Taylor Moore
Six CIA officers. Dear friends and cherished enemies. For a quarter century they have stolen other people's secrets. Now they must steal each other's.A Russian arrives in Singapore with a secret to sell. When the Russian is killed and Sam Joseph, the CIA officer dispatched for the meet, goes missing, operational chief Artemis Procter is made a scapegoat for the disaster and run out of the service. Months later, Sam appears at Procter's doorstep with an explosive secret: there is a Russian mole burrowed deep within the highest ranks of the CIA.As Procter and Sam investigate, they arrive at a shortlist of suspects made up of both Procter's closest friends and fiercest enemies. The hunt requires Procter to dredge up her checkered past in the service of the CIA, placing the pair in the sights of a savvy Russian spymaster who will protect Moscow's mole in Langley at all costs. What happens when friendships forged by sweat and blood—from the Farm to Afghanistan and the executive “Seventh Floor” of CIA's Langley headquarters—are put to the ultimate test? What can we truly know about the people we love the most?Taking readers from Langley to Moscow to Paris and beyond, The Seventh Floor explores the nature of friendship in a faithless business, and what it means to love a place that does not love you back.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/houseofmysteryradio. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/houseofmysteryradio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Stuph File Program Featuring David McCloskey, author of The Seventh Floor; Burt Kearns, author of Shemp!: A Biography Of The Three Stooges' Shemp Howard, The Face Of Film Comedy; & science writer Andrew Fazekas, author of National Geographic Backyard Guide to the Night Sky and National Geographic's Stargazer Atlas: The Ultimate Guide To The Night Sky Download David McCloskey is a former CIA analyst, turned author, who has written several spy thriller novels. His latest one is called thriller, The Seventh Floor. Burt Kearns is the author of Shemp!: A Biography Of The Three Stooges' Shemp Howard, The Face Of Film Comedy. Science writer, Andrew Fazekas, The Night Sky Guy, author of National Geographic Backyard Guide to the Night Sky and National Geographic's Stargazer Atlas: The Ultimate Guide To The Night Sky, is back to talk about the breakthrough achievement of SpaceX, when they recaptured a booster rocket right onto its own launch pad.(Patreon Stuph File Program fans, there is a Patreon Reward Extra where we discuss The Chandra Observatory; our growing neighbourhood in the universe; the viability of life on the moon of Uranus, and more). This week's guest slate is presented by Michael Kukura, a former college classmate and also a former co-worker at a TV station.
I S Berry chats to Paul Burke about her espionage thriller THE PEACOCK AND THE SPARROW, already an Edgar First Novel, Barry and ITW Award Winner in the US, just published in the UK. The only female former field agent writing spy fiction.THE PEACOCK AND THE SPARROW Shane Collins, a world-weary CIA spy, is ready to come in from the cold. Stationed in Bahrain for his final tour, he's anxious to dispense with his mission ― uncovering Iranian support for the insurgency. But then he meets Almaisa, an enigmatic artist, and his eyes are opened to a side of Bahrain most expats never experience, to questions he never thought to ask.When his trusted informant becomes embroiled in a murder, Collins finds himself drawn deep into the conflict, his romance and loyalties upended. In an instant, he's caught in the crosswinds of a revolution. He sets out to learn the truth behind the Arab Spring, win Almaisa's love, and uncover the murky border where Bahrain's secrets end and America's begin.Now optioned for film by Scott Delman of Shadowfox productions (Producer of HBO Max hit series Station Eleven).I. S. Berry spent six years as an operations officer for the CIA and has lived and worked in Europe and the Middle East, including two years in Bahrain during the Arab Spring. She has a degree in Law from the University of Virginia, and is a member of the Mystery Writers of America, International Thriller Writers, International Association of Crime Writers, and the Association of Former Intelligence Workers. The Peacock and The Sparrow was her debut novel, published in 2023. Berry currently lives in Virginia with her husband and son.Recommended The Little Drummer Girl John Le Carré, The Quiet American Graham Greene, The Innocent Ian McEwan, The Attack Yasmina Khadra, Joseph Kanon, David McCloskey & Paul Vidich.Paul Burke writes for Monocle Magazine, Crime Time, Crime Fiction Lover and the European Literature Network, Punk Noir Magazine (fiction contribution). He is also a CWA Historical Dagger Judge 2024. His first book An Encyclopedia of Spy Fiction will be out in late 2025.Produced by Junkyard DogCrime TimeProduced by Junkyard DogCrime TimeCrime Time FM is the official podcast ofGwyl Crime Cymru Festival 2023CrimeFest 2023CWA Daggers 2023& Newcastle Noir 20232024 Slaughterfest, National Crime Reading Month, CWA Daggers
“Everyday is a three legged stool of fear, joy and self-loathing:” our favorite espionage author David McCloskey (Twitter: @mccloskeybooks) joins Marc to discuss his new book “The Seventh Floor” and the painful yet rewarding process of writing a best selling novel. Plus, CIA pranks, friendships forged in training, tradecraft that is (almost) real, and more on our favorite case officer, Artemis Proctor. And finally, woe to David's Cleveland Indians. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
“Everyday is a three legged stool of fear, joy and self-loathing:” our favorite espionage author David McCloskey (Twitter: @mccloskeybooks) joins Marc to discuss his new book “The Seventh Floor” and the painful yet rewarding process of writing a best selling novel. Plus, CIA pranks, friendships forged in training, tradecraft that is (almost) real, and more on our favorite case officer, Artemis Proctor. And finally, woe to David's Cleveland Indians. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Today, Raven speaks with David McCloskey, a former CIA Analyst and author of "The Seventh Floor. " We discuss some myths surrounding the CIA - are polygraphs junk science? What actually is a CIA Agent? Is there burnout in the CIA?- as well as writing and his books.Get "The Seventh Floor" at https://amzn.to/480SzAj David's Facebook page David's Website Advocacy. Investigation. Education. Storytelling.Case Sources https://pastebin.com/u/thesirenspodcast/1/q13ivhbQ Southern Noir Book Club Authors thesirenspodcast.com/southernnoir See us in the news https://www.thesirenspodcast.com/media Hosts and Expert Guests thesirenspodcast.com/squadgoals If you like our work, here are some ways to support us:Rate, review, and share our podcast!Find us on Social Media https://my.link.gallery/thesirenspodcast Merch http://tee.pub/lic/SirensNetwork Get Sins of the South (Our True Crime Book) https://books2read.com/SinsoftheSouth Buy us a coffee www.buymeacoffee.com/TheSirensPod Our Amazon Store https://bit.ly/SirensNetworkAmazonStore Newsletter https://mailchi.mp/d9964b81bab0/thesirenspodcast This podcast was produced by:Www.facebook.com/FinalGirlStudio https://bit.ly/TheSirensNetwork A mountain of Movies and shows awaits on Paramount±. Try it free on us! https://paramountplus.qflm.net/c/3437665/2089315/3065
* Could the Saints trade for Davante Adams? What's the injury list look like? * Have you ever wondered what it's like working at the CIA? Tommy talks with David McCloskey, a former CIA analyst who spent time at stations across the Middle East, about the work he did and his new book.
Tommy talks with David McCloskey, a former CIA analyst, author of The Seventh Floor
In this special live recording, Brad and Michael sit down with former CIA Analyst and author David McCloskey. David offers a glimpse into his career in the CIA and shares the communication techniques he learned along the way. Tune in for a conversation on how the art of communication and storytelling can enhance your daily life—at work and at home. Learn more about David McCloskey and his other books: https://www.davidmccloskeybooks.com/ Watch full episodes of our podcast on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@byrdadatto Visit our website http://www.byrdadatto.com/ to learn more about ByrdAdatto and to subscribe to the newsletter. Follow us on social media to get the latest business and health care legal updates, behind-the-scenes moments, and more: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ByrdAdatto/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/byrdadattolaw/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/byrdadattoX: https://twitter.com/ByrdAdatto
ANTONIA SENIOR, writer, critic, journalist and podcaster chats to Paul about Spymasters - the book and the podcast, the Cambridge Five, historical fiction and Spymasters podcast Writer and journalist Antonia Senior interviews all the best writers on espionage. Each episode will bring you fascinating stories on spies, covert action and more – delving in to fact and fiction, past and present. Antonia can be found on X @Tonisenior. Do please follow us on X @SpyMastersPod and spread the word. We will be grateful for any and all support. Should you be an author, with a relevant new or backlist title, interested in appearing on the podcast do get in touch at spymasters@aspectsofhistory.comSpymasters Aspects of History - the book.Mentions (no particular order): SJ Parris, George Blake, Elizabeth Buchan, Calder Walton, the Cambridge Five, Edith Cavell, Mick Herron, David McCloskey, Merle Nygate, Patrick O'Brian, Hilary Mantel, Mary Renault. Recommendations: Precipice Robert Harris, The CIA Hugh WilfordPaul Burke writes for Monocle Magazine, Crime Time, Crime Fiction Lover and the European Literature Network, Punk Noir Magazine (fiction contribution). He is also a CWA Historical Dagger Judge 2024. His first book An Encyclopedia of Spy Fiction will be out in 2025.Music courtesy of Guy Hale KILLING ME SOFTLY - MIKE ZITO featuring Kid Anderson. GUY HALEProduced by Junkyard DogCrime TimeCrime Time FM is the official podcast ofGwyl Crime Cymru Festival 2023CrimeFest 2023CWA Daggers 2023& Newcastle Noir 20232024 Slaughterfest, National Crime Reading Month, CWA Daggers
In this special episode dedicated to the British Book Awards 2024 we chat to shortlisted authors Claire Douglas and David McCloskey, discussing their thrillers, the CIA, and boy band haircuts.
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Summary Mike VanBlaricum (X; LinkedIn) joins Andrew (X; LinkedIn) to discuss his journey as a James Bond fanatic and collector. Mike is the President of the Ian Fleming Foundation. What You'll Learn Intelligence How Mike became an obsessive James Bond collector with 10,000 artifacts Mike's favorite Bond cars, movies, and books How From Russia with Love was one of John F Kennedy's favorite books Mike's tips on the best place to start if you want to read the Bond novels Reflections The passion of a collector Pop culture influencing the “real” world And much, much more … Quotes of the Week “I've always been fascinated about the study of creativity. And so, between wanting to understand spy craft and that whole human side as well as creativity, creativity like Fleming – How one person can change popular culture, you know, ultimately, something that came out of his mind can change popular culture is just fascinating to me.” – Mike VanBlaricum Resources SURFACE SKIM *SpyCasts* 70th Anniversary of James Bond, Special with Alexis Albion on 007, Part 1 of 2 (2023) 70th Anniversary of James Bond, Special with Alexis Albion on 007, Part 2 of 2 (2023) CIA Officers Turned Authors with David McCloskey and James Stejskal (2022) My Life Looking at Spies and the Media with Paul Lashmar (2022) *Beginner Resources* How to Watch All the James Bond 007 Movies in Order, P. Saperstein, Variety (2023) [Short article] Bond In Motion Exhibition at the International Spy Museum! International Spy Museum (2024) [2 min. video] Ian Fleming Life Timeline, Ian Fleming Publications (n.d.) [Timeline] DEEPER DIVE Books For Your Eyes Only: Ian Fleming + James Bond, B. Macintyre (Bloomsbury USA, 2008) Licence to Thrill: A Cultural History of the James Bond Films, J. Chapman (I.B. Tauris, 2008) Ian Fleming, A. Lycett (St. Martin's Press, 1995) Primary Sources FBI Targeted a Fictional Spy (1980) E. Germany Brands 007 As ‘Fascist' (1965) Memorandum For the Record from Marshall S. Carter (1964) Our Spy-Boss Who Loved Bond by Allen Dulles (1964) A Spy's Spy, a Knight vs. Dragon – That Was the Image of James Bond (1964) *Wildcard Resource* Who's The Deadliest Bond? Pierce Brosnan – And by a high margin! Brosnan's 007 had an average of 27 kills per movie. His runner-up, Roger Moore, clocked in an average of 16.6. o Read the stats by movie here. License to Kill indeed...
In this episode, we welcome David McCloskey to the show. He is a former CIA Analyst turned novelist. While in the CIA, he worked in field stations across the Middle East and briefed senior White House officials and Arab royalty. He has written two novels: Damascus Station and his newest book Moscow X. In this interview, we discuss what led him to working at the CIA, common misperceptions of the work the CIA does, what a day in the life of a CIA analyst looks like, whether or not the CIA has “black ops” groups, whether or not the CIA is spying on American citizen, what the federal government knows about potential terrorists crossing our porous southern border, why he decided to leave the CIA and become a professional writer, the major mistakes that he has made in his writing career, misperceptions of the publishing world, his writing and research process, and much more. Let's get into it… Episode notes and links HERE. Donate to support our mission of equipping men to push back darkness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
David McCloskey is an ex-CIA analyst, turned bestselling novelist. He joined us on the pod last year, to talk about his debut novel 'Damascus Station', but now he's back - quite quickly! - with 'Moscow X'. On this episode he answers questions about his writing process, favourite authors and who would be at his fantasy dinner party. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Summary Curators Alexis (LinkedIn) and Andrew (Twitter; LinkedIn) use James Bond artifacts in SPY's collection to discuss all things 007. This year marks the 70th anniversary of the first Ian Fleming novel, Casino Royale. What You'll Learn Intelligence Bond vs. Real Life Spies The birth of James Bond Ian Fleming's intelligence past Bond and MI6 Reflections What makes a character timeless? Pop culture mirroring real life And much, much more … *FULL SHOWNOTES & FULL TRANSCRIPT HERE* Episode Notes This week on SpyCast, curators Andrew and Alexis join forces to put the past 70 years of Bond into historical perspective. To help frame their conversation, our collections team brought out a fantastic selection of Bond artifacts for Andrew and Alexis to interact with during the recording of this episode. Quotes of the Week “I think in general the spy genre always has to have one foot, often two, in the real world. It's part of what makes that genre appealing and not science fiction. It takes place in the real world. And whether that is, you know, some of the technology or real-world threats, it has to be relatable and recognizable in that sense.” – Alexis Albion. *FULL SHOWNOTES & FULL TRANSCRIPT HERE* Resources SURFACE SKIM *SpyCast's* Espionage and the Two Queens with Kent Tiernan (2023) Secrets Revealed with Curators Alexis and Andrew on SPY's Pop-Up Exhibit (2023) CIA Officers Turned Authors with David McCloskey and James Stejskal (2022) The Spy of the Century with Curators Alexis and Andrew on Kim Philby (2022) My Life Looking at Spies and the Media with Paul Lashmar (2022) *Beginner Resources* MI6 History & Facts, Encyclopedia Britannica (2022) [Brief history of MI6] The Evolution of James Bond, Fandom Entertainment, YouTube (2021) [15 min. video] Ian Fleming, Famous Authors (n.d.) [Short biography] *FULL SHOWNOTES & FULL TRANSCRIPT HERE* Primary Sources Primos Bionic Eye, Collection of the International Spy Museum (2021) James Bond's Omega Seamaster Diver 300M Watch, Collection of the International Spy Museum (2021) 007 Fragrance Commercial, YouTube (1965) James Bond Action Pak Toy Commercial, American Character, YouTube (1964) Aston Martin DB5, Collection of the International Spy Museum (1964) The Zimmermann Telegram, National Archives (1917) *Wildcard Resource* Everyone has a favorite James Bond theme song. If you just can't choose just one, check out The Ultimate James Bond Medley – A production from Alchemistic Records featuring all 25 Bond songs. *FULL SHOWNOTES & FULL TRANSCRIPT HERE*
2/2; Moscow X: A Novel by David McCloskey (Author) https://www.amazon.com/Moscow-X-Novel-David-McCloskey/dp/1324050756 CIA officers Sia and Max enter Russia under commercial cover to recruit Vladimir Putin's moneyman. Sia works for a London law firm that conceals the wealth of the superrich. Max's family business in Mexico―a CIA front since the 1960s―is a farm that breeds high-end racehorses. They pose as a couple to target Vadim, Putin's private banker, and his wife, Anna, who―unbeknownst to CIA―is a Russian intelligence officer under deep cover at the bank. As they descend further into a Russian world dripping with luxury and rife with gangland violence, Sia and Max's only hope may be Anna, who is playing a game of her own. Careening between the horse ranch in northern Mexico, the corridors of Langley, and the dark opulence of Putin's Russia, Moscow X is both a gripping thriller of modern espionage and a raw, unsparing commentary on the nature of truth, loyalty, and vengeance amid the shadow war between the United States and Russia. 1900 Nicholas I visits Easter in Moscow
1/2; Moscow X: A Novel by David McCloskey (Author) https://www.amazon.com/Moscow-X-Novel-David-McCloskey/dp/1324050756 CIA officers Sia and Max enter Russia under commercial cover to recruit Vladimir Putin's moneyman. Sia works for a London law firm that conceals the wealth of the superrich. Max's family business in Mexico―a CIA front since the 1960s―is a farm that breeds high-end racehorses. They pose as a couple to target Vadim, Putin's private banker, and his wife, Anna, who―unbeknownst to CIA―is a Russian intelligence officer under deep cover at the bank. As they descend further into a Russian world dripping with luxury and rife with gangland violence, Sia and Max's only hope may be Anna, who is playing a game of her own. Careening between the horse ranch in northern Mexico, the corridors of Langley, and the dark opulence of Putin's Russia, Moscow X is both a gripping thriller of modern espionage and a raw, unsparing commentary on the nature of truth, loyalty, and vengeance amid the shadow war between the United States and Russia. 1912 Moscow
TONIGHT: The show begins in observing the exodus from California, led by retired state worerks who carry thei generous CA checks to Idaho. Then to Milan to celebrate Christmas, To Utah and to Pittsburgh. To Boca Chica and to Mars with Ingenuity. To Colorado and to DC. To SVR HQ in Moscow. To the UN 1953. More. 1958 Test Air Date: December 22, 2023 CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR FIRST HOUR 9-915 #PacificWatch: Exodus of the retired state worker force to Idaho and beyond.@JCBliss https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/california-cops-and-firefighters... 915-930 #Italy: Giorgia Meloni looks to restore the Nativity to schools at Christmas. Lorenzo Fiori, Ansaldo Foundation https://www.theguardian.com/world/2023/dec/21/italys-ruling-party-drafts-law-to-safeguard-school-nativity-scenes 930-945 #SmallBusinessAmerica: Housing crater & What is to be done? @GeneMarks @Guardian @PhillyInquirer https://calculatedrisk.substack.com/p/nar-existing-home-sales-increased-8dc 945-1000 #SmallBusinessAmerica: Utah is the best state for small business startup. @GeneMarks @Guardian @PhillyInquirer https://www.salontoday.com/1089370/the-top-10-states-where-small-business-is-set-to-boom-in-2024 SECOND HOUR 10-1015 #KeystoneReport: Happy surprise of the year: John Fetterman. Happy contest for next year: Casey vs McCormick. Salena Zito, Middle of Somewhere, @DCExaminer Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, New York Post, SalenaZito.com 1015-1030 #MrMarket: Surge at the Apple story: price slashing at Costco Jim McTague, former Washington Editor, Barrons. @MCTagueJ. Author of the "Martin and Twyla Boundary Series." #FriendsofHistoryDebatingSociety 1030-1045 #SpaceX: Starship #28 and SuperHeavy#10 ready for space. Bob Zimmerman BehindtheBlack.com https://behindtheblack.com/behind-the-black/points-of-information/starsh... 1045-1100 #Mars: Ingenuity engineers learning to go faster. Bob Zimmerman BehindtheBlack.com https://behindtheblack.com/behind-the-black/points-of-information/ingenu... THIRD HOUR 1100-1115 #Insurrection: The Colorado Supreme Court & What is t be done? @RichardAEpstein @HooverInst https://www.hoover.org/research/trumps-trial-tribulations 1115-1130 #Immunity: Special Counsel Smith and immunity for OTUS. @RichardAEpstein @HooverInst https://www.hoover.org/research/trumps-trial-tribulations 1130-1145 1/2; Moscow X: A Novel by David McCloskey (Author) https://www.amazon.com/Moscow-X-Novel-David-McCloskey/dp/1324050756 CIA officers Sia and Max enter Russia under commercial cover to recruit Vladimir Putin's moneyman. Sia works for a London law firm that conceals the wealth of the superrich. Max's family business in Mexico―a CIA front since the 1960s―is a farm that breeds high-end racehorses. They pose as a couple to target Vadim, Putin's private banker, and his wife, Anna, who―unbeknownst to CIA―is a Russian intelligence officer under deep cover at the bank. As they descend further into a Russian world dripping with luxury and rife with gangland violence, Sia and Max's only hope may be Anna, who is playing a game of her own. Careening between the horse ranch in northern Mexico, the corridors of Langley, and the dark opulence of Putin's Russia, Moscow X is both a gripping thriller of modern espionage and a raw, unsparing commentary on the nature of truth, loyalty, and vengeance amid the shadow war between the United States and Russia. 1145-1200 2/2; Moscow X: A Novel by David McCloskey (Author) FOURTH HOUR 12-1215 1/2: #Eisenhower: The December 1953 UN Speech ""Atoms for Peace was the origin of proliferation & What is to be done? Henry Sokolski, NPEC https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/world/north-koreas-reported-use-of-a-nucl... https://www.amazon.com/Best-Intentions-Strategic-Proliferation-Internati... 1215-1230 2/2: #Eisenhower: The December 1953 UN Speech ""Atoms for Peace was the origin of proliferation & What is to be done? Henry Sokolski, NPEC https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/world/north-koreas-reported-use-of-a-nucl... https://www.amazon.com/Best-Intentions-Strategic-Proliferation-Internati... 1230-1245 #FirstAmendment: The distinction between public and private universities and Freedom of Speech. @RichardAEpstein @HooverInst https://www.hoover.org/research/free-speech-thicket-campus 1245-100 am #Impeachment: Republican pursuit: Unwise. @RichardAEpstein @HooverInst https://www.nytimes.com/2023/12/22/us/politics/republican-claims-biden-i...
PREVIEW: From a longer conversation with spy thriller novelist David McCloskey, a former CIA officer workingh the Gulf. Here David describes how he chose the extremely powerful State Security villain from Putn's inner circle. Recommended for a long airplane ride. 1920 Trotsky
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