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SPYCRAFT 101
181. From Anthropology to Espionage and Authorship with Kit Turner

SPYCRAFT 101

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2025 40:50


Today's guest is Kit Turner. Kit has worked as an anthropologist and archeologist in the U. S., Polynesia, and Southwest Asia. He later joined the Central Intelligence Agency where he spent 25 years working in East Asia, South Asia, and Europe, running sensitive operations against high priority objectives. He's been awarded the Intelligence Star, a commendation for valor after a dangerous deployment. He's also the author of a nonfiction book, four novels, and has published articles on intelligence activities which have appeared in The Journal of Intelligence, Propaganda, and Security Studies and The Cypher Brief. He's even been featured in an article from Watches of Espionage, one of my own favorite newsletters.  I invited Kit onto the podcast to discuss his career along with his newest novel on the Cuban revolution.Connect with Kit:Check out his latest book, The Children of Outer Darkness, here.https://amzn.to/3WsDe6PConnect with Spycraft 101:Get Justin's latest book, Murder, Intrigue, and Conspiracy: Stories from the Cold War and Beyond, here.spycraft101.comIG: @spycraft101Shop: shop.spycraft101.comPatreon: Spycraft 101Find Justin's first book, Spyshots: Volume One, here.Check out Justin's second book, Covert Arms, here.Download the free eBook, The Clandestine Operative's Sidearm of Choice, here.A podcast from SPYSCAPE.A History of the World in Spy Objects Incredible tools and devices and their real-world use.Support the show

SPYCRAFT 101
[REPLAY] The Green Beret Defector with Greg Walker

SPYCRAFT 101

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2024 91:16


This week Justin replays one of his personal favorite episodes, number 26, when author and former special forces officer Greg Walker shared the little-known story of a David Baez, a green beret defector. Baez was a Nicaraguan national whose father was killed by U.S.-backed President Samosa after voicing his displeasure with inequalities that had risen under Samosa's rule. After immigrating the U.S. and joining the Army (and then Special Forces), Baez found himself in El Salvador watching the country he served try to re-institute the rule of a dynasty that had done personal harm to his own family. Baez defected to Nicaragua in support of Sandinista revolutionary forces--despite the danger it posed to his American brothers in arms.Connect with Greg:LinkedIn: Gregory WalkerCheck out Part 1 of Greg's series on Baez, A defector in place: The strange and terrible saga of a Green Beret Sandinista, here.https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/defector-place-strange-terrible-saga-green-beret-part-greg-walker/Connect with Spycraft 101:Get Justin's latest book, Murder, Intrigue, and Conspiracy: Stories from the Cold War and Beyond, here.spycraft101.comIG: @spycraft101Shop: shop.spycraft101.comPatreon: Spycraft 101Find Justin's first book, Spyshots: Volume One, here.Check out Justin's second book, Covert Arms, here.Download the free eBook, The Clandestine Operative's Sidearm of Choice, here.A podcast from SPYSCAPE.A History of the World in Spy Objects Incredible tools and devices and their real-world use.Support the show

SPYCRAFT 101
164. An OSS Memoir Reborn with Jacek Waliszewski

SPYCRAFT 101

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2024 63:32


Today's guest us Jacek Waliszewski. Jacek is an Army Special Forces warrant officer.  During his career, he has served primarily with 10th Group and has deployed 18 times on three different continents to date and trained more than 2, 500 soldiers worldwide in special operations tactics and strategies. He's also published two novels. He's here to discuss his newest book, the true memoirs of an OSS agent on the ground in Southern Europe in 1944, working with local partisans in the fight against Axis forces. It's also the story of the origins of modern U.S. special forces.Connect with Jacek:IG: @jw_jack_official @codenamespikeGoFundMe: Code Name: SPIKE the moviehttps://www.gofundme.com/f/code-name-spike-the-movie?qid=df4b1499d5a074929ec6d0c1d1afab37Check out the book, Code Name SPIKE, here.https://www.amazon.com/CODE-NAME-SPECIAL-FORCES-GROUNDBREAKING/dp/B0D52QP3G3Connect with Spycraft 101:Get Justin's latest book, Murder, Intrigue, and Conspiracy: Stories from the Cold War and Beyond, here.spycraft101.comIG: @spycraft101Shop: shop.spycraft101.comPatreon: Spycraft 101Find Justin's first book, Spyshots: Volume One, here.Check out Justin's second book, Covert Arms, here.Download the free eBook, The Clandestine Operative's Sidearm of Choice, here.A podcast from SPYSCAPE.A History of the World in Spy Objects Incredible tools and devices and their real-world use.Support the show

SPYCRAFT 101
162. The Foundations of American Intelligence with Dr. Mark Stout

SPYCRAFT 101

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2024 57:59


Justin's guest today is Dr. Mark Stout, who has held many positions, both inside and outside the U.S. intelligence community. He's worked as an intelligence analyst for the State Department's Bureau of Intelligence and Research for the CIA, and was a civilian employee for the U.S. Army at the Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia. He was also the historian for the International Spy Museum from 2010 until 2013, and was the director of the Master's in Arts Program for Global Security Studies at John Hopkins University, former and founding president of the North American Society for Intelligence History. He's also authored and edited several books, and his articles have been published in many professional journals over the years. He's returned to the podcast to discuss his new book on U.S. intelligence before WWII.Hear Mark's first appearance on episode 44, A Secret US Intelligence Organization: Mysteries of the Pond, here.Connect with Mark:Bluesky: @markstout.bsky.socialCheck out the book, World War I and the Foundations of American Intelligence, here. https://kansaspress.ku.edu/9780700635856/Connect with Spycraft 101:Get Justin's latest book, Murder, Intrigue, and Conspiracy: Stories from the Cold War and Beyond, here.spycraft101.comIG: @spycraft101Shop: shop.spycraft101.comPatreon: Spycraft 101Find Justin's first book, Spyshots: Volume One, here.Check out Justin's second book, Covert Arms, here.Download the free eBook, The Clandestine Operative's Sidearm of Choice, here.A podcast from SPYSCAPE.A History of the World in Spy Objects Incredible tools and devices and their real-world use.Support the Show.

SPYCRAFT 101
160. How the FBI Sabotaged Soviet Tech Spies with Zach Dorfman

SPYCRAFT 101

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2024 51:19


Today Justin is joined by Zach Dorfman. Zach is a national security reporter whose work has appeared in Politico, The Atlantic, The Wall Street Journal, The Los Angeles Times, and many other publications. He received his Bachelor's degree from Skidmore College and a Master's degree in International Relations and Affairs from the University of Chicago. Zach is a former senior fellow at the Carnegie Council for Ethics in International Affairs. He's also the host of the Spy Valley Podcast from Project Brazen, which debuted last year, about a Cold War era spy in the heart of Silicon Valley. This week he discusses his newest article, published on August 4th of this year. It's the story of Operation Entering, a highly successful and never before reported operation against Soviet bloc intelligence operatives targeting U.S. technology in the early 1980s.Connect with Zachthebrushpass1@protonmail.comTwitter/X: @zachsdorfmanSpy Valley Podcast: brazen.fm/podcasts/spy-valleyCheck out Zach's Politico story: "Moscow's Spies Were Stealing US Tech — Until the FBI Started a Sabotage Campaign" here.And his new Rolling Stone article: "The CIA Sent Him Deep Undercover to Spy on Islamic Radicals. It Cost Him Everything" here. Connect with Spycraft 101:Get Justin's latest book, Murder, Intrigue, and Conspiracy: Stories from the Cold War and Beyond, here.spycraft101.comIG: @spycraft101Shop: shop.spycraft101.comPatreon: Spycraft 101Find Justin's first book, Spyshots: Volume One, here.Check out Justin's second book, Covert Arms, here.Download the free eBook, The Clandestine Operative's Sidearm of Choice, here.A podcast from SPYSCAPE.A History of the World in Spy Objects Incredible tools and devices and their real-world use.Support the Show.

SPYCRAFT 101
149. The Fall of a Clandestine Financier with Peter Butt

SPYCRAFT 101

Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2024 61:11


This weak Justin chats with Peter Butt. Peter is an author and award -winning documentary filmmaker. He is the founder of Black Wattle Films and his work has appeared on BBC, National Geographic, The History Channel and elsewhere. Peter has focused particularly on the Cold War, the nuclear arms race and espionage activities, particularly in Australia. Today he discusses his work investigating Frank Nugan and Michael John Hand, founders of the Nugan Hand Bank. Their small financial institution quickly grew and opened branches all over Asia and Australia and financed drug smugglers, arms traffickers, and clandestine intelligence operation, but it all came to a head in 1980 with law enforcement investigations, the death of one of the founders, and the disappearance of the other. Connect with Peter:blackwattlefilms.com.auCheck out Peter's book, Merchants of Menace, here.https://www.amazon.com/Merchants-Menace-Story-Nugan-Scandal/dp/0992325285Connect with Spycraft 101:Check out Justin's latest release, Covert Arms, here.spycraft101.comIG: @spycraft101Shop: spycraft-101.myshopify.comPatreon: Spycraft 101Find Justin's first book, Spyshots: Volume One, here.Download the free eBook, The Clandestine Operative's Sidearm of Choice, here.A podcast from SPYSCAPE.A History of the World in Spy Objects Incredible tools and devices and their real-world use.Tenderfoot TVReal. Powerful. Storytelling. Tune in to "To Die For" wherever you listen to podcasts.S.O.E. ExpeditionsFollow in the footsteps of legends and retrace some of the most famous operations of WWII.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the Show.

True Spies
Kim Philby, Super Spy: Part 2, The Third Man

True Spies

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2024 52:10


Born to the British upper-crust - devoted to the Revolution. Harold 'Kim' Philby was the ultimate Soviet superspy. For decades, Philby sold secrets to the Russians from inside the upper echelons of MI6. Inspired by an unpublished memoir recently acquired by Spyscape, we bring his fascinating story to life. In Part 2, Rhiannon Neads follows the trail of booze, bad luck and betrayal that brought Philby down. From SPYSCAPE, the HQ of secrets. A Cup And Nuzzle production. Series producer: Joe Foley. Produced by Justin Trefgarne. Music by Nick Ryan. Kim Philby voiced by Dominic Mafham. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

True Spies
Kim Philby, Super Spy: Part 1, Codename Sonny

True Spies

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2024 52:09


Born to the British upper-crust - devoted to the Revolution. Harold 'Kim' Philby was the ultimate Soviet superspy. For decades, Philby sold secrets to the Russians from inside the upper echelons of MI6. Inspired by an unpublished memoir recently acquired by Spyscape, we bring his fascinating story to life. In Part 1, Rhiannon Neads details Philby's rise to the top - and the fateful decisions that will lead to his undoing. From SPYSCAPE, the HQ of secrets. A Cup And Nuzzle production. Series producer: Joe Foley. Produced by Justin Trefgarne. Music by Nick Ryan. Kim Philby voiced by Dominic Mafham. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SPYCRAFT 101
142. The Cover Up of the Tragic USS Liberty Incident with Phillip F. Tourney

SPYCRAFT 101

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2024 59:42


This week Justin sits down with Phillip Tourney. Phil enlisted in the U. S. Navy in February 1964. He served two tours on the USS Mauna Kea in the waters off Vietnam, then transferred to the USS Liberty, where he served three more tours. In June 1967, he was aboard the Liberty as a petty officer third class when the ship came under attack by Israeli aircraft and torpedo boats in the eastern Mediterranean Sea. For his actions that day, he received a Bronze Star with "V" Device and a Purple Heart.  Since then, Phil has published three books about the attack on the USS Liberty. He is currently serving as the President of the USS Liberty Veterans Association.  Today Phil discusses the events of June 8, 1967 and their aftermath, and the cover up that soon followed from both the U.S. and Israeli governments.Connect with the Liberty Veterans Association:usslibertyveterans.orgConnect with Spycraft 101:Check out Justin's latest release, Covert Arms, here.spycraft101.comIG: @spycraft101Shop: spycraft-101.myshopify.comPatreon: Spycraft 101Find Justin's first book, Spyshots: Volume One, here.Download the free eBook, The Clandestine Operative's Sidearm of Choice, here.A podcast from SPYSCAPE.A History of the World in Spy Objects Incredible tools and devices and their real-world use.Tenderfoot TV Real. Powerful. Storytelling. Tune in to To Die For on March 26th wherever you listen to podcasts.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

SPYCRAFT 101
140. An Atomic Soviet Spy with Ann Hagedorn

SPYCRAFT 101

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2024 67:14


This week Justin talks with Ann Hagedorn. Ann is a former staff writer for the Wall Street Journal and an award winning author of six narrative nonfiction books ranging in topics from thoroughbred horse racing to international kidnapping to unsung heroes of America's anti slavery movement and to the high drama of the tumultuous year 1919.  She's a graduate of Denison University and holds a master's degree from the University of Michigan and Columbia University, plus an honorable honorary doctorate from Denison.  Today, Ann tells the story of an almost completely unknown Soviet spy who infiltrated the Manhattan Project facilities at Oak Ridge, Tennessee and Dayton, Ohio and did so without raising any major suspicions for several years after his return to the Soviet Union. Connect with Ann:annhagedorn.comCheck out her book, Sleeper Agent, here.https://www.amazon.com/Sleeper-Agent-Atomic-America-Away/dp/1501173944Connect with Spycraft 101:Check out Justin's latest release, Covert Arms, here.spycraft101.comIG: @spycraft101Shop: spycraft-101.myshopify.comPatreon: Spycraft 101Find Justin's first book, Spyshots: Volume One, here.Download the free eBook, The Clandestine Operative's Sidearm of Choice, here.A podcast from SPYSCAPE.A History of the World in Spy Objects Incredible tools and devices and their real-world use.Tenderfoot TV Real. Powerful. Storytelling. Tune in to To Die For on March 26th wherever you listen to podcasts.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

SPYCRAFT 101
138. The Defection of a Communist Spy Queen with Kathryn Olmsted

SPYCRAFT 101

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2024 51:15


This week Justin sits down with Dr. Kathryn Olmsted.  Kathryn is a professor of history at the University of California, Davis, where she has taught since 2001. She's published five books and many journal articles focusing on the political and cultural history of the United States since World War I. Today she discusses the story of Elizabeth Bentley, a spy and agent handler for the Communist Party of the United States and for the Soviet Union from the late 1930s through World War II.  But in 1945, she broke ties with both organizations and walked into an FBI field office to alert them to the presence of a massive and almost completely unknown espionage ring that had penetrated the U.S. government at many different levels.  She became a media sensation and helped to alert Congress and the American public to the new Cold War that they found themselves in with the USSR.Connect with Kathryn:Check out her book, Red Spy Queen, here.https://www.amazon.com/Red-Spy-Queen-Biography-Elizabeth/dp/0807827398Connect with Spycraft 101:Check out Justin's latest release, Covert Arms, here.spycraft101.comIG: @spycraft101Shop: spycraft-101.myshopify.comPatreon: Spycraft 101Find Justin's first book, Spyshots: Volume One, here.Download the free eBook, The Clandestine Operative's Sidearm of Choice, here.A podcast from SPYSCAPE.A History of the World in Spy Objects Incredible tools and devices and their real-world use.Support the show

SPYCRAFT 101
136. A Vietnamese Agent Hidden for 20 Years with Dr. Larry Berman

SPYCRAFT 101

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2024 71:15


Today Justin talks with Dr. Larry Berman. Larry is a professor emeritus at the University of California, Davis. He has published four books dealing with the history of America's involvement in the Vietnam War. His work has also been featured on C-SPAN, The History Channel, and Vietnam: A Television History.  Today Larry discusses the incredible double life of Phạm Xuân Ẩn,  Time Magazine reporter and Vietnamese communist agent. It's the story of a spy in South Vietnam who went undiscovered for 20 years, even as he worked his way into the highest levels of the South Vietnamese government, the international media and the U. S. Military Assistance Command. Ẩn was a solo agent who gained the trust of everyone who knew him, and used that trust to deliver priceless information to the North Vietnamese time and time again.Connect with Larry:larryberman.netCheck out Larry's book, Perfect Spy, here.https://www.amazon.com/Perfect-Spy-Incredible-Vietnamese-Communist/dp/0060888393Connect with Spycraft 101:Check out Justin's latest release, Covert Arms, here.spycraft101.comIG: @spycraft101Shop: spycraft-101.myshopify.comPatreon: Spycraft 101Find Justin's first book, Spyshots: Volume One, here.Download the free eBook, The Clandestine Operative's Sidearm of Choice, here.A podcast from SPYSCAPE.A History of the World in Spy Objects Incredible tools and devices and their real-world use.Cloaked Entry Co. Are you ready to learn practical skills used by covert operatives? Use code SPYCRAFT101 for $50 off.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

SPYCRAFT 101
133. A Double Agent in the Canadian Mounted Police with Justin Ling

SPYCRAFT 101

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2024 64:02


This week's guest is Justin Ling. Justin is an award winning investigative journalist whose work has appeared in Vice, Maclean's Foreign Policy, and The Globe and Mail, among other publications. He's also the author of the book Missing from the Village, which is about Toronto based serial killer Bruce MacArthur and has hosted two seasons of the Uncover Podcast for the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation. Today, Justin dives into a story he wrote in April, 2021 titled "The Rise and Fall of a Double Agent". It's the story of Cameron Ortiz, a senior member of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police who was arrested after a classified document was found in the possession of a businessman providing encrypted phones to criminal organizations worldwide.Connect with Justin:substack.com/@justinlingConnect with Spycraft 101:Check out Justin's latest release, Covert Arms, here.spycraft101.comIG: @spycraft101Shop: spycraft-101.myshopify.comPatreon: Spycraft 101Find Justin's first book, Spyshots: Volume One, here.Download the free eBook, The Clandestine Operative's Sidearm of Choice, here.A podcast from SPYSCAPE.A History of the World in Spy Objects Incredible tools and devices and their real-world use.Whale Hunting Newsletter Read about the world's richest and most dangerous individuals, often unknown to the public.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

The Kuderna Podcast
#137- CIA Operations Officer Bob Dougherty on Keeping the World Safe

The Kuderna Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2024 95:14


Bob Dougherty worked for over 25 years as an undercover Operations Officer for the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA). He has deep operational experience having personally managed and carried out multiple high-profile missions in the US, Europe, Central America, South America, and Middle East that lead to the capture of several most-wanted terrorists and the dismantling of their networks.  Bob has successfully worked against foreign terrorist groups such as The Islamic State, Al-Qaida, Hezbollah, HAMAS, Sendero Luminoso, Tupac Amaru Revolutionary Movement, the Japanese Red Army, and the Palestine Liberation Organization. In addition, Bob has extensive experience in working against Iranian state sponsored terrorism, and government of Iran intelligence and procurement operations worldwide.  He's received over 20 service awards during his career with the CIA. During the time period before and after the 9/11 terrorist attacks on the Homeland, Bob worked as the senior CIA officer on a FBI Joint Terrorism Task Force (JTTF) – which provided him substantive experience working the terrorism target inside the U.S. and in foreign countries through “over the horizon” operations. Bob has served as a subject matter expert instructor on terrorism and countering terrorist cells inside the U.S. and overseas.  He is a senior instructor on Human Intelligence and Counter-Terrorism for U.S. military special operations elements including Naval Special Warfare, SEALS, and U.S. Army Green Beret units. Bob is part of the guest speaker network of SpyScape and one of his major counter-terrorist operations (the capture of Abu Abbas) was subject of a recent episode.   This episode is brought to you by my new book, "What Should I Do with My Money?: Economic Insights to Build Wealth Amid Chaos", available in paperback, Kindle, and audiobook wherever books are sold.

SPYCRAFT 101
129. The Cambridge Five with Dr. Paul Winter

SPYCRAFT 101

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2024 64:33


This week Justin sits down with Dr. Paul Winter. Paul is an independent historian, an author who specializes in wartime intelligence and military history, and a Red Team consultant. He's published articles in several journals and has written two books about World War II called D Day Documents and Defeating Hitler, as well as a third book called First In, Last Out, The Post War Organization, Employment, and Training of Royal Marines Commandos.  He has also been an affiliated academic with the British Royal Marines, assisting with professional military education and officer career development, and was a member of the Land and Littoral Strike Team at the Maritime Warfare Center in Portsmouth in the United Kingdom. Today, Paul discuses a subject he has previously taught a course on: the Cambridge Five, arguably the most famous spiring of the Cold War.  They were a group of men who did an astonishing amount of damage to British Intelligence and the Foreign Office, and all of them were recruited while studying at Cambridge University in their youth.Connect with Paul:IG: @drpaulwinterConnect with Spycraft 101:Check out Justin's latest release, Covert Arms, here.spycraft101.comIG: @spycraft101Shop: spycraft-101.myshopify.comPatreon: Spycraft 101Find Justin's first book, Spyshots: Volume One, here.Download the free eBook, The Clandestine Operative's Sidearm of Choice, here.A podcast from SPYSCAPE.A History of the World in Spy Objects Incredible tools and devices and their real-world use.Support the show

2 Vikings podcast
Masters of Espionage: Secrets of Recruiting Spies with former CIA operations officer James Lawler

2 Vikings podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2023 88:24


How can you establish such a profound connection with an individual that they are compelled to betray their own country and turn to espionage? What techniques are involved in this process, and what insights can you learn from it? How can you employ some of these techniques in your life?   To help us answer these questions and lots more we have the great pleasure of having James Mad Dog Lawler as a guest! He is a fantastic storyteller and we hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we did!   James "Jim" Lawler has made significant contributions in the field of national security and intelligence. He served for 25 years as an operations officer in the CIA, where he specialized in weapons of mass destruction (WMDs) and counterintelligence issues. One of his notable achievements during his tenure at the CIA was his involvement in the operation that led to the dismantling of A.Q. Khan's nuclear proliferation network.   After retiring from the CIA, Lawler transitioned into a role as a national security consultant. He is the senior partner at MDO Group, which provides human intelligence (HUMINT) training to the intelligence community and the commercial sector, focusing on WMD, counterintelligence, technical, and cyber issues. He is recognized for his expertise on insider threats in both government and industry.   Lawler is also an accomplished author, having written espionage novels such as "Living Lies," which is centered around the Iranian nuclear weapons program, and "In the Twinkling of an Eye," a story about recruiting a spy within a covert Russian-North Korean genetic bioweapons program. He is currently working on his third espionage novel, "The Traitor's Tale," which delves into treachery and treason within the CIA.   In addition to his intelligence career and writing, Lawler has engaged in public speaking and consultancy roles, sharing his knowledge and experience in areas such as insider threats, human espionage, and counterintelligence issues. He has worked with various organizations, including Honeywell Corporation, Salesforce.com, Deloitte, Booz Allen Hamilton, and LinkedIn, and has been featured in SPYSCAPE's podcast, "True Spies"   Links to the books: Living Lies: A Novel of the Iranian Nuclear Weapons Program In the Twinkling of an Eye: A Novel of Biological Terror and Espionage

SPYCRAFT 101
126. Israel's Original Spies with Matti Friedman

SPYCRAFT 101

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2023 64:41


Justin's guest this week is Matti Friedman. Matti has worked as a correspondent for the Associated Press and his work has appeared in The New York Times, The Atlantic, Smithsonian Magazine, and elsewhere. He's also the author of four nonfiction books covering subjects related to the formation of Israel and the conflicts that followed the birth of that nation. Today Matti tells the story of four men who worked undercover as part of the Arab Section, a tiny group of Jewish spies who operated with no support, no funding, and facing almost impossible odds during the tumultuous months in 1948 when Israel declared independence and faced the combined armies of the Arab nations surrounding it.Connect with Matti:Twitter: @MattiFriedmanCheck out Matti's book, Spies of No Country, here.https://www.amazon.com/Spies-No-Country-Secret-Israel/dp/1616207221Connect with Spycraft 101:Check out Justin's latest release, Covert Arms, here.spycraft101.comIG: @spycraft101Shop: spycraft-101.myshopify.comPatreon: Spycraft 101Find Justin's first book, Spyshots: Volume One, here.Download the free eBook, The Clandestine Operative's Sidearm of Choice, here.A podcast from SPYSCAPE.A History of the World in Spy Objects Incredible tools and devices and their real-world use.Support the show

SPYCRAFT 101
125. Privatized Intelligence Gathering with Robert Lancaster

SPYCRAFT 101

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2023 67:56


This week Justin talks with Robert Lancaster. Robert served in the British Army from 1977 until 1989, including time spent with 22nd SAS, and then in the Australian Army as a reserve special forces soldier. In 1991, he founded Lancaster's Global Risk Consultancy based in Australia, which has offered a wide variety of security surveillance, business intelligence, and counterintelligence services all over the world. His previous clients include governments, multinational corporations, publicly listed companies, law firms, and major industrial and mining concerns. Today Robert explores the world of privatized intelligence gathering and how it relates to and differs from the actions of national organizations and agencies. Connect with Robert:lancasters-global.comIG: @plantagenet_manorConnect with Spycraft 101:Check out Justin's latest release, Covert Arms, here.spycraft101.comIG: @spycraft101Shop: spycraft-101.myshopify.comPatreon: Spycraft 101Find Justin's first book, Spyshots: Volume One, here.Download the free eBook, The Clandestine Operative's Sidearm of Choice, here.The Fandalorians: Teachers by Day, Nerds by NightThree long-term friends and teachers debate, bicker, and banter about all things fandom.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyA podcast from SPYSCAPE.A History of the World in Spy Objects Incredible tools and devices and their real-world use.Support the show

SPYCRAFT 101
124. Double Agent: How I Caught a Russian Spy with Naveed Jamali

SPYCRAFT 101

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2023 55:45


This week Justin sits down with Naveed Jamali. Naveed is currently an editor at large for Newsweek, where he reports on national security issues. Naveed grew up in New York City, where his parents owned a small business selling technical journals and other hard to find publications. This inadvertently put them in touch with Russian agents working under diplomatic cover at the Soviet mission to the United Nations, who were constantly seeking information on American research and development across a wide variety of issues. And it led Naveed himself to become the linchpin in an amazing FBI operation to catch one of these Russian agents in an act of espionage. Today he discusses his time as a double agent working for both the FBI and the Russian GRU.Connect with Naveed:Twitter: @NaveedAJamaliIG: @navjamaliThreads: @navjamaliCatch Unconventional here.https://www.newsweek.com/unconventional/naveedjamaliCheck out Naveed's book, How To Catch a Russian Spy, here.https://www.amazon.com/How-Catch-Russian-Spy-American/dp/1476788820#:~:text=How%20to%20Catch%20a%20Russian%20Spy%20is%20the%20one%2Dof,Miami%20Vice%20and%20Magnum%20P.I.Connect with Spycraft 101:Check out Justin's latest release, Covert Arms, here.spycraft101.comIG: @spycraft101Shop: spycraft-101.myshopify.comPatreon: Spycraft 101Find Justin's first book, Spyshots: Volume One, here.Download the free eBook, The Clandestine Operative's Sidearm of Choice, here.A podcast from SPYSCAPE.A History of the World in Spy Objects Incredible tools and devices and their real-world use.Support the show

True Spies
Howard Hunt Unleashed, Part 2: Project Gemstone

True Spies

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2023 46:04


This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/Spyscape and get 10% off your first month. In this Tue Spies special, Daisy Ridley presents a dramatized encounter with Everette Howard Hunt Jr, based on our own historical research and Hunt's own writings. In Part 2 - the unbelievable story of the political scandal of the century. Watergate. From SPYSCAPE, the home of secrets. A Cup And Nuzzle production. Series producer: Joe Foley. Produced by Justin Trefgarne. Howard Hunt is voiced by Ian Porter. Music by Nick Ryan.

True Spies
Introducing: Daisy Ridley And Edward Norton in True Spies: The Oswald Project

True Spies

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2023 1:11


A new season of True Spies kicks off with Daisy Ridley as the Narrator and Edward Norton as Lee Harvey Oswald. The Oswald Project tells the shocking story of Oswald – the alleged assassin of President John F. Kennedy – and his relationship with the CIA. Was he being trained by the CIA to become a KGB double-agent – or to take the fall for JFK's murder? Or was he, as he claimed just before his own assassination, “a patsy”? Subscribers to SPYSCAPE+ – via Apple Podcasts – will have exclusive access to the first episode beginning on 11th July. Everyone else will be able to access the first episode of The Oswald Project from 18th July.

The Great James Bond Car Robbery | 007 | Mission | Heist | True Crime
Introducing: Daisy Ridley And Edward Norton in True Spies: The Oswald Project

The Great James Bond Car Robbery | 007 | Mission | Heist | True Crime

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2023 1:11


A new season of True Spies kicks off with Daisy Ridley as the Narrator and Edward Norton as Lee Harvey Oswald. The Oswald Project tells the shocking story of Oswald – the alleged assassin of President John F. Kennedy – and his relationship with the CIA. Was he being trained by the CIA to become a KGB double-agent – or to take the fall for JFK's murder? Or was he, as he claimed just before his own assassination, “a patsy”? Subscribers to SPYSCAPE+ – via Apple Podcasts – will have exclusive access to the first episode beginning on 11th July. Everyone else will be able to access the first episode of The Oswald Project from 18th July.

The Spying Game
Introducing: Daisy Ridley And Edward Norton in True Spies: The Oswald Project

The Spying Game

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2023 1:11


A new season of True Spies kicks off with Daisy Ridley as the Narrator and Edward Norton as Lee Harvey Oswald. The Oswald Project tells the shocking story of Oswald – the alleged assassin of President John F. Kennedy – and his relationship with the CIA. Was he being trained by the CIA to become a KGB double-agent – or to take the fall for JFK's murder? Or was he, as he claimed just before his own assassination, “a patsy”? Subscribers to SPYSCAPE+ – via Apple Podcasts – will have exclusive access to the first episode beginning on 11th July. Everyone else will be able to access the first episode of The Oswald Project from 18th July.

The Razumov Files
Introducing: Daisy Ridley And Edward Norton in True Spies: The Oswald Project

The Razumov Files

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2023 1:11


A new season of True Spies kicks off with Daisy Ridley as the Narrator and Edward Norton as Lee Harvey Oswald. The Oswald Project tells the shocking story of Oswald – the alleged assassin of President John F. Kennedy – and his relationship with the CIA. Was he being trained by the CIA to become a KGB double-agent – or to take the fall for JFK's murder? Or was he, as he claimed just before his own assassination, “a patsy”? Subscribers to SPYSCAPE+ – via Apple Podcasts – will have exclusive access to the first episode beginning on 11th July. Everyone else will be able to access the first episode of The Oswald Project from 18th July.

True Russian Spy Missions: Espionage | Investigation | Historical
Introducing: Daisy Ridley And Edward Norton in True Spies: The Oswald Project

True Russian Spy Missions: Espionage | Investigation | Historical

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2023 1:11


A new season of True Spies kicks off with Daisy Ridley as the Narrator and Edward Norton as Lee Harvey Oswald. The Oswald Project tells the shocking story of Oswald – the alleged assassin of President John F. Kennedy – and his relationship with the CIA. Was he being trained by the CIA to become a KGB double-agent – or to take the fall for JFK's murder? Or was he, as he claimed just before his own assassination, “a patsy”? Subscribers to SPYSCAPE+ – via Apple Podcasts – will have exclusive access to the first episode beginning on 11th July. Everyone else will be able to access the first episode of The Oswald Project from 18th July.

You Like the Worst Stuff
You Like the Worst Stuff #478 - Who's got PSVR2 FOMO?

You Like the Worst Stuff

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2023 36:43


Do you have PSVR2 FOMO? Or do you have $600? In this week's show, we're hands-on with some initial reactions to Sony's latest platform. Also in this episode... – BEAR AND WHAT NOW: Kat spoils a little bit of the epilogue to Bear & Breakfast. – YOU'RE HIS ONLY HOPE: Fourhman goes to New York to help Batman and friends at Spyscape. – AND FOR YOU: a free Steam code! – PLUS: That '90s Show, Pokémon Presents, Switch turns 6. This podcast is mixed by Joe Fourhman and includes Joe Haygood, Tony Sadowski, Joe Fourhman and Kat Riley on vocals. You can download the podcast directly from here or click on one of the links below to subscribe. This episode features “Arcade Puzzler,” “Arcade Heroes,” and “Coin Op Chaos” by Eric Matyas, www.soundimage.org.

True Spies
The Razumov Files - Sample Episode

True Spies

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2023 4:42


Spyscape Studios has launched The Razumov Files, an audacious audio reimagining of Joseph Conrad's classic spy thriller Under Western Eyes starring Jessica Brown Findlay (Downton Abbey, Brave New World) and Maryam D'Abo (The Living Daylights). Approaching the events leading to the 1917 Russian Revolution like a present-day investigative podcast, The Razumov Files radically reinvents spy fiction for podcast fans. Episode 1 is available now, wherever you get your podcasts. The remaining five episodes are available exclusively on Apple Podcasts with a subscription to Spyscape+, which also gives you access to True Spies a week early and ad-free, plus a host of other subscriber-only content.

Decidedly
Ep.70 HIGHLIGHT I Lena Sisco I Deciding to Get Honest Answers

Decidedly

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2023 13:38


WANT THE FULL EPISODE?Check out yesterday's episode, or download it directly using this link: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/52323741/download.mp3“What drives you to make the decisions you make? There's intent. There's motivation. There's your personality…that profile is what helps you decide to do or say something.” – Lena Sisco Lena Sisco, interrogator, joins the show to discuss ways to accurately detect lies, gain rapport, and ultimately get the truth from the people you interact with daily. KEY TOPICSReverse engineering conversations, so you get the answers you're looking for.Cognitive overload and how it can reveal the truth.Denying, justifying, and qualifying lies – you may not even know you're lying to yourself!The ingredients of rapport. The foundation of building trusting relationships.Don't forget to listen to our last episode with Lena!Ep.21 I Lena Sisco & Elly Johnson I Deciding to Seek the Truth: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/48445769/download.mp3 CONNECT WITH USDecidedlypodcast.comInstagram: @decidedlypodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/decidedlypodcastShawn's Instagram: @shawn_d_smith Sanger's Instagram: @sangersmith MAKING A FINANCIAL DECISION?At Decidedly Wealth Management, we focus on decision-making as the foundational element of success, in our effort to empower families to purposefully apply their wealth to fulfill their values and build a thriving legacy.LEARN MOREwww.decidedlywealth.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/decidedlywealth/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DecidedlyWealth/ Subscribe to our newsletter for weekly decision-making tips: https://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/manage/optin?v=001aeU_pPBHJPNJWJBdVbaci6bjGIuEJurH12xHBWDEVT_NxyCadMd7wLSZjcEZglkSjDjehuIbTHD8nABOIdV69ctfYpSzg24RCIytetBUrlIPPKgaGzjGZ8DkM0Wp1LMjbErcYUur7PbZGjeVo4gyXlz821AoJGZR Join us every Wednesday for more strategies to DEFEAT bad decision-making - one episode at a time! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEWargames: https://www.amazon.com/Wargames-Dabney-Coleman/dp/B0011EQBOSCouples Court: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCis8-aFFycLZgNI4bqNcE5gEp.8 I Eric Maddox I Deciding to Find Saddam Hussein: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/47176211/download.mp3Ep.9 I Eric Maddox I Deciding to be an Empathetic Listener: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/47282845/download.mp3Ep.54 I Dandapani I Deciding to Have Unwavering Focus: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/51234904/download.mp3 CONNECT WITH LENA SISCOYou're Lying: Secrets from an Expert Military Interrogator to Spot the Lies and Get to the Truth: https://www.amazon.com/Youre-Lying-Secrets-Military-Interrogator/dp/1601633629Honest Answers: Interview and Negotiation Skills to Get to the Truth: https://www.amazon.com/Honest-Answers-Interview-Negotiation-Skills/dp/1400226406/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1671312172&sr=1-1Instagram: @lenasisco11Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lenasiscoTCG/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lena-sisco-8a31b451/ lenasisco@thecongruencygroup.comwww.thecongruencygroup.comwww.sectorintell.com Lena Sisco is a former Department of Defense (DoD) certified Military Interrogator and Naval Intelligence Officer who served in the Global War on Terror conducting hundreds of interrogations collecting high-value intelligence information to thwart terrorist attacks. She is the recipient of the Joint Service and the Navy/Marine Corps Commendation and Achievement Medals. Lena is a former TEDx speaker (My Secret to Breaking Terrorists: Detecting Deception & Rapport) and a TV personality who served as an interrogation/body language/deceptive analysis expert for three seasons on the Emmy-nominated court show called Couples Court. Lena partnered with the International Spy Museum and is a Spy's Eye View speaker. In 2019, she was a panelist at their prestigious annual event called Mother, Daughter, Sister, Spy, and she is featured in two Spy Museum exhibits. She is also partnered with SPYEX and participated in their annual celebrity event as an expert intelligence panelist at SPYSCAPE in NYC. Lena is the author of Honest Answers, Interview, and Negotiation Skills to Get to the Truth, You're Lying! Secrets From an Expert Military Interrogator to Spot the Lies and Get to the Truth, and Marine Scout Snipers; True Stories from Marine Corps Snipers. Since 2003, Lena has worked as a government civilian and contractor for the Office of Naval Intelligence (ONI), Joint Forces Command (JFC), U.S. Marine Corps Intelligence Schools (MCIS), and Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS). She has partnered with the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) in human intelligence (HUMINT) Collection Activities. Since then, she has trained the DoD and federal and state law enforcement agencies in interviewing and interrogation techniques, including in-depth deceptive analysis, body language, and elicitation. She is the CEO and founder of two companies, The Congruency Group, where the art & science of human interaction meet, and SECTOR INTELLIGENCE, a global company providing elite training and consulting services in elicitation and game-changing sales prospecting. As an international keynote speaker, she speaks to audiences in various industries located around the globe. Some of her clients include the International Association of Arson Investigators (IAAI), the Virginia Homicide Investigators Association (VHIA), the Virginia Crime Analysis (VCANN), Texas Crime Stoppers, The Collaborative Rehab Council, the Alliance Safety Council, Michigan Association of Community Mental Health Boards, accountants, auditors, aerospace professionals, realtors, sales associates, consultants and more. Lena has numerous leadership certifications; Organizational Change Management, Discovery Learning Institute's Change Style Indicator, Change Navigator, and Power + Systems Organizational Workshop. In June 2020, she received her certificate in the Psychology of Leadership from Cornell University. She holds numerous instructor certifications, is certified in Instructional Systems Design for curriculum development and continues to train government agencies and law enforcement in leadership competencies. Lena received her Master of Arts degree in Old World Archaeology and Art from Brown University in 1997 and excavated overseas in Italy and Greece. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Anthropology from the University of Rhode Island in 1993 and conducted a field school in San Salvador. She has been volunteering as a specialist in animal care and animal educational programs at zoos and museums since 2010. In her spare time, she is either sailing or traveling.

Decidedly
Ep.70 I Lena Sisco I Deciding to Get Honest Answers

Decidedly

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2023 49:42


“What drives you to make the decisions you make? There's intent. There's motivation. There's your personality…that profile is what helps you decide to do or say something.” – Lena Sisco Lena Sisco, interrogator, joins the show to discuss ways to accurately detect lies, gain rapport, and ultimately get the truth from the people you interact with daily. KEY TOPICSReverse engineering conversations, so you get the answers you're looking for.Cognitive overload and how it can reveal the truth.Denying, justifying, and qualifying lies – you may not even know you're lying to yourself!The ingredients of rapport. The foundation of building trusting relationships.DON'T HAVE TIME FOR THE FULL EPISODE?Listen to the 15-minute highlight episode from our conversation with Lena! Check it out by going to tomorrow's episode, or download it directly using this link: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/52346098/download.mp3Don't forget to listen to our last episode with Lena!Ep.21 I Lena Sisco & Elly Johnson I Deciding to Seek the Truth: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/48445769/download.mp3 CONNECT WITH USDecidedlypodcast.comInstagram: @decidedlypodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/decidedlypodcastShawn's Instagram: @shawn_d_smith Sanger's Instagram: @sangersmith MAKING A FINANCIAL DECISION?At Decidedly Wealth Management, we focus on decision-making as the foundational element of success, in our effort to empower families to purposefully apply their wealth to fulfill their values and build a thriving legacy.LEARN MOREwww.decidedlywealth.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/decidedlywealth/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DecidedlyWealth/ Subscribe to our newsletter for weekly decision-making tips: https://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/manage/optin?v=001aeU_pPBHJPNJWJBdVbaci6bjGIuEJurH12xHBWDEVT_NxyCadMd7wLSZjcEZglkSjDjehuIbTHD8nABOIdV69ctfYpSzg24RCIytetBUrlIPPKgaGzjGZ8DkM0Wp1LMjbErcYUur7PbZGjeVo4gyXlz821AoJGZR Join us every Wednesday for more strategies to DEFEAT bad decision-making - one episode at a time! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEWargames: https://www.amazon.com/Wargames-Dabney-Coleman/dp/B0011EQBOSCouples Court: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCis8-aFFycLZgNI4bqNcE5gEp.8 I Eric Maddox I Deciding to Find Saddam Hussein: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/47176211/download.mp3Ep.9 I Eric Maddox I Deciding to be an Empathetic Listener: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/47282845/download.mp3Ep.54 I Dandapani I Deciding to Have Unwavering Focus: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/51234904/download.mp3 CONNECT WITH LENA SISCOYou're Lying: Secrets from an Expert Military Interrogator to Spot the Lies and Get to the Truth: https://www.amazon.com/Youre-Lying-Secrets-Military-Interrogator/dp/1601633629Honest Answers: Interview and Negotiation Skills to Get to the Truth: https://www.amazon.com/Honest-Answers-Interview-Negotiation-Skills/dp/1400226406/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1671312172&sr=1-1Instagram: @lenasisco11Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lenasiscoTCG/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lena-sisco-8a31b451/ lenasisco@thecongruencygroup.comwww.thecongruencygroup.comwww.sectorintell.com Lena Sisco is a former Department of Defense (DoD) certified Military Interrogator and Naval Intelligence Officer who served in the Global War on Terror conducting hundreds of interrogations collecting high-value intelligence information to thwart terrorist attacks. She is the recipient of the Joint Service and the Navy/Marine Corps Commendation and Achievement Medals. Lena is a former TEDx speaker (My Secret to Breaking Terrorists: Detecting Deception & Rapport) and a TV personality who served as an interrogation/body language/deceptive analysis expert for three seasons on the Emmy-nominated court show called Couples Court. Lena partnered with the International Spy Museum and is a Spy's Eye View speaker. In 2019, she was a panelist at their prestigious annual event called Mother, Daughter, Sister, Spy, and she is featured in two Spy Museum exhibits. She is also partnered with SPYEX and participated in their annual celebrity event as an expert intelligence panelist at SPYSCAPE in NYC. Lena is the author of Honest Answers, Interview, and Negotiation Skills to Get to the Truth, You're Lying! Secrets From an Expert Military Interrogator to Spot the Lies and Get to the Truth, and Marine Scout Snipers; True Stories from Marine Corps Snipers. Since 2003, Lena has worked as a government civilian and contractor for the Office of Naval Intelligence (ONI), Joint Forces Command (JFC), U.S. Marine Corps Intelligence Schools (MCIS), and Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS). She has partnered with the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) in human intelligence (HUMINT) Collection Activities. Since then, she has trained the DoD and federal and state law enforcement agencies in interviewing and interrogation techniques, including in-depth deceptive analysis, body language, and elicitation. She is the CEO and founder of two companies, The Congruency Group, where the art & science of human interaction meet, and SECTOR INTELLIGENCE, a global company providing elite training and consulting services in elicitation and game-changing sales prospecting. As an international keynote speaker, she speaks to audiences in various industries located around the globe. Some of her clients include the International Association of Arson Investigators (IAAI), the Virginia Homicide Investigators Association (VHIA), the Virginia Crime Analysis (VCANN), Texas Crime Stoppers, The Collaborative Rehab Council, the Alliance Safety Council, Michigan Association of Community Mental Health Boards, accountants, auditors, aerospace professionals, realtors, sales associates, consultants and more. Lena has numerous leadership certifications; Organizational Change Management, Discovery Learning Institute's Change Style Indicator, Change Navigator, and Power + Systems Organizational Workshop. In June 2020, she received her certificate in the Psychology of Leadership from Cornell University. She holds numerous instructor certifications, is certified in Instructional Systems Design for curriculum development and continues to train government agencies and law enforcement in leadership competencies. Lena received her Master of Arts degree in Old World Archaeology and Art from Brown University in 1997 and excavated overseas in Italy and Greece. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Anthropology from the University of Rhode Island in 1993 and conducted a field school in San Salvador. She has been volunteering as a specialist in animal care and animal educational programs at zoos and museums since 2010. In her spare time, she is either sailing or traveling.

True Spies
Introducing... The Razumov Files

True Spies

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2022 0:55


The Razumov Files, from Spyscape Studios, is an audacious audio reimagining of Joseph Conrad's classic spy thriller Under Western Eyes, starring Jessica Brown Findlay (Downton Abbey, Brave New World) and Maryam D'Abo (The Living Daylights). Approaching the events leading to the 1917 Russian Revolution like a present-day investigative podcast, The Razumov Files is a radical reinvention of spy fiction - and podcasting. Episode 1 is available wherever you get your podcasts from 23 November 2022. The remaining five episodes are available on the same day - exclusively with Spyscape+ on Apple Podcasts. A Cup & Nuzzle production, written and directed by Justin Trefgarne.

The Razumov Files
Episode One: The Man in the Sheepskin Coat

The Razumov Files

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2022 37:35


Jessica Dean receives an unpublished manuscript written by her great grandfather, Joe. It tells the story of Joe's time living in Geneva in the early 1900s and a love triangle that ends in him confessing to the murder of a mysterious spy named Razumov. After discovering the existence of Razumov's own diary, and egged on by her old friend, the historian Larry Levy, Jess makes the bold decision to fly to Geneva and find out for herself what really happened. A Cup & Nuzzle production for Spyscape, written and directed by Justin Trefgarne.

The Razumov Files
Introducing... The Razumov Files

The Razumov Files

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2022 0:55


The Razumov Files, from Spyscape Studios, is an audacious audio reimagining of Joseph Conrad's classic spy thriller Under Western Eyes, starring Jessica Brown Findlay (Downton Abbey, Brave New World) and Maryam D'Abo (The Living Daylights). Approaching the events leading to the 1917 Russian Revolution like a present-day investigative podcast, The Razumov Files is a radical reinvention of spy fiction - and podcasting. Episode 1 is available wherever you get your podcasts from 23 November 2022. The remaining five episodes are available on the same day - exclusively with Spyscape+ on Apple Podcasts. A Cup & Nuzzle production, written and directed by Justin Trefgarne.

Outside the Blocks: A Puzzle Podcast
1. Tense Situations with String Quartets

Outside the Blocks: A Puzzle Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2022 32:54


Emma and Will talk about a tense situation with a string quartet! Wait that doesn't sound right... if you're not buying this description, tune in and see what the real conversation is about!Links of interest (in the order they're mentioned in the episode):-- "Tense Situation" https://www.wsj.com/articles/tense-situation-friday-crossword-august-26-11661371705 -- XWord Muggles Forum https://www.xword-muggles.com -- "Quartet for Strings" (subscription only) https://xwordcontest.com/2022/09/mgwcc-744-friday-september-2nd-2022-quartet-for-strings -- Will's Word Game https://docs.google.com/document/d/1iU96icw1-_mK_hPYjlWwg5CWTjfl_6cha8Hna2qFi9Q/edit?usp=sharing -- "Secret Agents" by Evan Birnholz https://www.washingtonpost.com/crossword-puzzles/sunday-evan-birnholz/ -- Spyscape https://spyscape.com/crosswords -- "Exit Strategy" by Bryant White https://spyscape.com/crosswords/puzzle-188 -- "Follow the Directions" from Fill Me In #242 (download the "Contest of Now") https://bemoresmarter.libsyn.com/fill-me-in-242-the-value-of-pants -- Pandora's Blocks Weekly Meta Crossword https://pandorasblocks.org/ Additional music by  DanJFilms from Pixabay-------------------------------------------Want to get in touch with us? We would love to hear from you! You can reach Emma at damefoxwords@gmail.com, and you can reach Will at pandorasblockswmc@gmail.com. We may read your letter on a future episode! Podcast hosting by Buzzsprout Music by FASSounds from Pixabay

BatMates
Batgirl Cancelation and Batman SpyScape Review

BatMates

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2022 51:11


Join Josh and Becca, now jointly filing their taxes and sharing a last name, as they talk about the explosion of DC news from the past few months. They rant and rave about everything from the Batgirl movie's cancelation, new DC projects in the works, and a review of the Batman SpyScape Experience in New York City. Sandman, Shazam, Ezra Miller. No one is safe from our opinions! 00:20 Intro/life update/non DC discussion 02:11 In memoriam 03:46 Batman SpyScape Experience Review (and mini Into The Woods review) 14:26 DC animated film catch-up 18:00 Batgirl cancelled! 33:00 Ezra Miller's legendary crime spree 35:55 More news NSFW discussion of Batman's "eating habits": The Eraser

ThinkTech Hawaii
The Spy and the Traitor by Ben Macintyre (World of Books)

ThinkTech Hawaii

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2022 26:12


A Talk with Diane Pure on Cold War Spycraft. The host for this show is Mihaela Stoops. The guest is Diane Pure. We start our discussion with Ben Macintyre's book, on a true espionage story during the Cold War, that truly averted an international conflagration. Oleg Gordievsky was the best asset that MI6 planted in the Soviet intelligence echelons, who risked his life providing key information to the West. Aldrich Ames is the CIA agent that "sold" Gordievsky to the Russians, in exchange for large sums of money. We move onto current spy stories and spycraft, questioning its current scope and players. We ponder how technology and social media can be used for spying. We finish with pictures and impressions from Mihaela's recent visit to Spyscape, an experiential spy museum in New York City. The ThinkTech YouTube Playlist for this show is https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQpkwcNJny6nb8XWDbEE9rutmO1mbwBb6 Please visit our ThinkTech website at https://thinktechhawaii.com and see our Think Tech Advisories at https://thinktechadvisories.blogspot.com.

True Spies
Introducing... The Spying Game

True Spies

Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2022 1:29


The Spying Game is a new series from the Spyscape Podcast Network in which real spies and storytellers dissect your favourite tales of espionage. Your host Rory Bremner sits down with Hollywood filmmakers, international authors and TV stars, along with real spies to separate the facts of true espionage from the fiction we see on screen and on the page. The Spying Game is available now wherever you get your podcasts, or you can listen to episodes a week early and ad-free by subscribing to Spyscape+ on Apple Podcasts.

The Attractions Podcast
Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind has an opening date, and more news! - The Attractions Podcast - Recorded 4/9/2022

The Attractions Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2022 52:13


Join hosts Seth and Carly as they bring you news and discussion about all things theme parks, as well as their thoughts on the latest movies, television, and video games on The Attractions Podcast.  This week on The Attractions Podcast, Seth & Carly discuss: Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind has an opening date – May 27, 2022 Disney World earmarks 80 acres for affordable housing development Disney+ now offers subscriber discounts on Walt Disney World hotel rooms ‘Frozen' land is now under construction at Disneyland Paris Resort ‘Mickey & Friends x Camp: An Extra Big Adventure' immersive experience opens in New York City New interactive Batman experience is coming to Spyscape in NYC Super Nintendo World store now open at Universal Studios Hollywood Coney Island opens early for the 2022 season Lotte World amusement park celebrated a second park's grand opening on March 31, 2022 Sesame Street Kids Weekends return to Busch Gardens Williamsburg Mythica: World of Mythical Creatures gets its first new attraction at Legoland Windsor ‘Lord of the Rings' virtual challenge: Where fitness meets fantasy Behind the scenes photos from the upcoming Jumanji dark ride This podcast is sponsored by Destinations with Character Travel. Contact them today at DestinationsWithCharacterTravel.com. We welcome your suggestions and want you to be a part of the discussion. Please send your comments to info@attractionsmagazine.com with the subject line “The Attractions Podcast.” Statements or opinions herein are those of the hosts and advertisers and do not necessarily reflect the views of the producers, Dream Together Media LLC, or staff.

I Have a Question with Rachel and Walls
Ep. 82: Light Espionage

I Have a Question with Rachel and Walls

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2022 31:02


Our hosts acknowledge some concerning developments in the world: the ongoing Russian Invasion of Ukraine, as well as the denial of rights to Transgender kids in Texas and Florida. They also check in about what's going on in their personal lives: Walls gets to live out her spy dreams at Spyscape in NYC, and Rachel gets ready for her first ever K-Pop concert. Walls reveals who she'd take down if she was a hacker. Rachel figures out what animated-inanimate object she would be in the world of Beauty and the Beast. Sticking with the theme of unique objects, Walls recommends an exhibit at The Met highlighting how decorative arts inspired early Disney. Rachel recommends a couple funny videos to keep you laughing. What kind of spy would you be? Are you also a secret K-Pop stan and wanna nerd out with Rachel??!!?!?!?! Let us know on Instagram and Twitter, or you can send an email or voice memo to withrachelandwalls@gmail.com! Supporters! THANK YOU! To join them, tap the "Support" button here. Music by Royer Bockus LINKS! Visit Spyscape to see if you have what it takes to be a spy Listen to music by Twice (the 9-member K-Pop girl group Rachel's seeing in concert) on Spotify or on Apple Music Check out Inspiring Walt Disney: The Animation of French Decorative Arts at the Met, and on tour Watch Lubalin (feat. Charlotte Cardin)'s hilarious musical interpretation of Yahoo answers about pregnancy Watch the original YouTube video that inspired the Lubalin musical cover Watch the internet classic Rachel mentioned, "How Is Babby Formed?" **Correction: we incorrectly said that the word "kawaii" means "cute" in Korean, but it's actually a Japanese word. Learn more about Kawaii here --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/withrachelandwalls/support

The To Do List
S2E7 - What Kind of Spy Are You? A Visit to SPYSCAPE in NYC

The To Do List

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2021 57:40


Hello, everyone, and welcome to The To Do List! In this episode, we decided to venture out to SPYSCAPE, an espionage museum in New York City. SPYSCAPE is much more than a simple museum. Oh, no. It is an experience. We will brief and debrief you on what it was like to be a spy for an afternoon. Listen in to learn what intel we uncovered. For more information on SPYSCAPE, please go to www.spyscape.com We are always open to suggestions on future episodes, so please send them our way via email, Facebook, and Instagram. https://www.facebook.com/PodcastToDoList/ www.instagram.com/podcasttodolist/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCckF03-JG_kvEy4jsc-wH3Q/featured https://podcastthetodolist.wordpress.com/ Thank you and enjoy! #ThingsToDoinNYC #NYCTourist #Spyscape Music by Kevin MacLeod (Aurea Carmina)

Spybrary
What is SPYSCAPE's new spy tv and movie festival SPYFLIX all about? With Francis Jago.(136)

Spybrary

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2021 38:09


SPYFLIX is a new spy movie and tv festival focused on secrets presented by our friends at SPYSCAPE. Spybrary host Shane Whaley got together with SPYSCAPE's Marketing Director, Francis Jago to find out more. The SPYFLIX festival will highlight new voices and stories focused on secrets. The festival is now accepting submissions through 28 February 2021 and will kick off screenings starting 18 April 2021… What is SPYFLIX? Secrets intrigue us, and they make great stories. Their universal appeal lies deep in our psyche. Inside each secret is a structured who, what, how & why that powers franchises from James Bond to Batman, and from Harry Potter to Sherlock Holmes. Secrets also power factual stories across news and current affairs, history and politics. Our panel of writers, directors, producers and secret intelligence professionals (spies!) will select new work for awards with major cash prizes, and screening in our online festival. Entries are now open. We know there are several indy moviemakers who listen to Spybrary and we would love to see you enter and win! SPYFLIX is presented by SPYSCAPE - the HQ of secrets. SPYSCAPE has millions of fans hungry for great stories of secrets. Selected works may also receive exposure on SPYSCAPE's other channels, including acclaimed podcasts hosted by Hollywood superstars Hayley Atwell, Vanessa Kirby and Jason Isaacs. --

Cracking the Code of Spy Movies!
Spyscape Spy Museum New York Tour With Ian Oldaker!

Cracking the Code of Spy Movies!

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2020 29:17


Join Dan and Tom - as Dan details the fascinating Spyscape Spy Museum in New York City and interviews Ian Oldaker, the museum GM, as they tour the museum.   This is an interactive museum, not just exhibits, with lots of real spy gadgets, an Enigma machine . . . and an Aston Martin from Goldeneye!  And you can test your spy skills in 7 different galleries! Fun stuff - take a listen now!  And Subscribe (follow) our channel, Cracking the Code of Spy Movies to get the latest!  It's FREE!

The Grindhouse Radio
WBS: I Swear It's Not Clickbait #38 ~ 11-12-19

The Grindhouse Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2019 39:42


I Swear It's Not Clickbait #38. Within Brim's Skin -- Brimstone is joined by his wing man Zambo as they discuss lots of things including why European comedians can get away with so much more than comedians in America and why reading labels is fundamental. Brim explains why the Kidpreneur Business Expo is such an inspiring event and questions 20/20's opinion of good content. Brim talks about TI's annual gynecologist trips with his eighteen year old daughter, why Spyscape is one of the coolest places in NYC and how if you want to dine correctly - you do it at Fogo De Chao. Essentially, he explains what get's Within Brim's Skin.

The Grindhouse Radio
WBS: I Swear It's Not Clickbait #38 ~ 11-12-19

The Grindhouse Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2019 39:42


I Swear It's Not Clickbait #38. Within Brim's Skin -- Brimstone is joined by his wing man Zambo as they discuss lots of things including why European comedians can get away with so much more than comedians in America and why reading labels is fundamental. Brim explains why the Kidpreneur Business Expo is such an inspiring event and questions 20/20's opinion of good content. Brim talks about TI's annual gynecologist trips with his eighteen year old daughter, why Spyscape is one of the coolest places in NYC and how if you want to dine correctly - you do it at Fogo De Chao. Essentially, he explains what get's Within Brim's Skin.

Within Brim's Skin
WBS: I Swear It's Not Clickbait #38 ~ 11-12-19

Within Brim's Skin

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2019 39:42


I Swear It's Not Clickbait #38. Within Brim's Skin -- Brimstone is joined by his wing man Zambo as they discuss lots of things including why European comedians can get away with so much more than comedians in America and why reading labels is fundamental. Brim explains why the Kidpreneur Business Expo is such an inspiring event and questions 20/20's opinion of good content. Brim talks about TI's annual gynecologist trips with his eighteen year old daughter, why Spyscape is one of the coolest places in NYC and how if you want to dine correctly - you do it at Fogo De Chao. Essentially, he explains what get's Within Brim's Skin.

The Grindhouse Radio
WBS: #35 Barely Alive: The Sick Files 10-22-19

The Grindhouse Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2019 41:20


Barely Alive: The Sick Files #35. Within Brim's Skin -- Brimstone is joined by his wing man Zambo and show regular, Mike Goncalves as they discuss lots of things including why bad drivers should stay off the road and why Spyscape Museum NYC is a cool place to visit. Brim explains the proper way to cut a pomegranate and questions the lawsuit Alfonso Ribeiro dropped on Fortnight. Brim talks about some upcoming appearances including EM Con and The Weeklings animated series, and discusses Kellogg's All Together Cereal. Essentially, he explains what get's Within Brim's Skin.

Within Brim's Skin
WBS: #35 Barely Alive: The Sick Files 10-22-19

Within Brim's Skin

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2019 41:20


Barely Alive: The Sick Files #35. Within Brim's Skin -- Brimstone is joined by his wing man Zambo and show regular, Mike Goncalves as they discuss lots of things including why bad drivers should stay off the road and why Spyscape Museum NYC is a cool place to visit. Brim explains the proper way to cut a pomegranate and questions the lawsuit Alfonso Ribeiro dropped on Fortnight. Brim talks about some upcoming appearances including EM Con and The Weeklings animated series, and discusses Kellogg's All Together Cereal. Essentially, he explains what get's Within Brim's Skin.

The Grindhouse Radio
WBS: #35 Barely Alive: The Sick Files 10-22-19

The Grindhouse Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2019 41:20


Barely Alive: The Sick Files #35. Within Brim's Skin -- Brimstone is joined by his wing man Zambo and show regular, Mike Goncalves as they discuss lots of things including why bad drivers should stay off the road and why Spyscape Museum NYC is a cool place to visit. Brim explains the proper way to cut a pomegranate and questions the lawsuit Alfonso Ribeiro dropped on Fortnight. Brim talks about some upcoming appearances including EM Con and The Weeklings animated series, and discusses Kellogg's All Together Cereal. Essentially, he explains what get's Within Brim's Skin.

Spybrary
What is Spyscape? Field Report and Interview with Ian Oldaker (84)

Spybrary

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2019 42:15


On Episode 84 of the Spybrary Podcast, host Shane Whaley chats with Ian Oldaker, the General Manager at Spyscape in New York City. We discover more about this new attraction in New York City that is, in Shane's humble opinion, a must-visit attraction for any self-respecting Spybrarian/spy fan who finds themselves in the Big Apple. The New York Times describe Spyscape as the 'headquarters of our cultural fascination with the art of deception.' So what exactly is Spyscape? Well, they bill it as a 'totally new experience, which illuminates the world and your skills and potential.' As you discover the amazing spies stories and gadgets and complete the exciting and immersive spy challenges, you'll receive your own authentic spy profile developed with a former head of training at British intelligence.

#nycmixing // New York City Mixing // Weekly Dancehall + Soca Podcast // MiXed + ReMiXed Live!
Southside Crew // Soca + Dancehall + R&B + Hip Hip + Reggaeton = Podcast MiX // #nycmixing

#nycmixing // New York City Mixing // Weekly Dancehall + Soca Podcast // MiXed + ReMiXed Live!

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2019 24:19


This week's podcast has many influences from Hip Hop with Ty Dolla Sign to Reggaeton with Daddy Yankee and Bad Bunny. We drop some major Caribbean favorites like Shenseea, Kranium, and Kes (shout out to the fans in Trinidad and Tobago). We even take you up north with favorites from classic Reggae artist Snow with Informer. Also big up to everyone enjoying the last month of summer, whether its fun in the sun or out at street festivals and carnivals. Finally got a chance to taste Arepas de Choclo (cheese stuffed corn cakes). With regards to the bucket list, finally can take off Spyscape from the list.

Inspire Nation Show with Michael Sandler
SUPER SPY SKILLS FROM THE CIA TO INFLUENCE ANYONE OR SELL ANYTHING – EVEN SHARK TANK!!! Jason Hanson

Inspire Nation Show with Michael Sandler

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2019 67:29


If you've ever wanted to use super spy-skills for persuasion, then do we have the Agent of Influence show for you! Today I'll be talking with Jason Hanson, former cia officer, security specialist, winner of Shark Tank, the best-selling author of Spy secrets that can save your life, and the author of a brilliant page burner on the power of persuasion, Agent of Influence And that's just what I want to talk with him about, about how to use spy skills to persuade anyone, stay safe, and improve your life! Topics Include: How'd an introvert end up in the CIA? How does one become a spy? Does being a spy mean you need to say goodbye to family and friends? Do you need to look like Tom Cruise or Sean Connery? What's the most dangerous thing he can talk about? Why'd he leave spyhood after 7 years? How'd he transition back to civilian life? Do spies make great sales people? What does treason have to do with sales? How'd he win at Shark Tank? What can we learn about communication and life from his experience on Shark Tank? What's “the Farm” and what kind of exercises do trainees go through? What's the confidence reflex? How can we cultivate greater confidence??? What does “off the X” mean and why's it so important? What's the importance of collaboration? What can we learn from a glass thermos and alka-seltzer? What's the importance of empathy? Why are spies so great at business? What is S.A.D.R. and how can it help us in life? What's the importance of remaining humble and teachable? What's a bug-out bag??? What's the integrity test? How can we tell if someone's lying in three to five seconds? To find out more visit: www.SpyScape.com And for free meditations, weekly tips, stories and similar shows visit: www.InspireNationShow.com And to support the show and get even more great tools, tips, and behind-the-scenes access, visit: www.Patreon.com/InspireNation  

Do You Guys Want Takeout?
Episode 2 - Gabe Spilled the Sugar and Fresh Cookies

Do You Guys Want Takeout?

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2019 72:59


In this episode of Do You Guys Want Takeout, we bake cookies from scratch! We also talk about Will's adventure at SpyScape, the best prank a teacher played on another teacher, and oddly funny Mad Libs. Also, Gabe spilled the sugar under one of the microphones. Follow us on instagram! https://www.instagram.com/doyouguyswanttakeout/

Good Code
Helen Nissenbaum on Post-Consent Privacy

Good Code

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2019 26:00


In this episode, we speak with Philosopher Helen Nissenbaum. She’s a professor of Information Science at Cornell Tech, and the director of the Digital Life Initiative. She has spent the last two decades working on redefining online privacy, and calling for a “post-consent” approach. We ask her about her theory of privacy as contextual integrity, we discuss the obfuscation techniques she’s developed to fight online surveillance, and we visit SPYSCAPE, an immersive spy museum which opened last year in midtown Manhattan.  

From Tailors With Love
19 - Spyscape Special | DRIVEN: 007xSPYSCAPE

From Tailors With Love

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2019 26:16


A bonus episode where Matt talks about his day at the Bond influencer event in New York, the Spyscape exhibition entitled DRIVEN: 007xSPYSCAPE Arranged by David Zaritsky from The Bond Experience, Matt talks about his journey on the day that took him to Turnbull & Asser, N.Peal and Tom Ford.  An episode replete with stories and fascinating insights in the clothiers of James Bond, past and present.  For extra information and pictures visit  www.bondsuits.com  Also visit Pete's blog at  www.humanresearch.xyz to get the latest Bond style news and some travel tips on Bond locations.  Follow the show on Twitter Be sure to subscribe to YouTube where we put some of the video of our chat that doesn't always make the podcast.   

From Tailors With Love
18 - The Legend of Soho - Mark Powell

From Tailors With Love

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2019 34:40


This week Matt Spaiser and Peter Brooker talk to legendary Soho Tailor Mark Powell.  Mark has done suits for David Bowie, Mick Jagger, Paul Bettany and has some great insights into the tailoring of James Bond.  Matt talks about the upcoming Spyscape event and Pete talks about his Roger one-liner experience in Costa Coffee.  In news Matt and Pete have a James Bond suit for sale. Check out www.bondsuits.com for more details.  For more shownotes on all the James Bond style news of the week you can check out Pete's blog over at www.humanresearch.xyz  Podcast is available to download at iTunes: https://apple.co/2KNnMPq   Stitcher: https://bit.ly/2PcwoSx   

From Tailors With Love
13 - David Zaritsky | The Bond Experience

From Tailors With Love

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2018 37:25


This week Matt & Pete are joined by long time Bond fan and vlogger David Zartisky from The Bond Experience.  David has an incredible collection of James Bond memorabilia and he discusses his favourites plus his working relationship with EON.  Matt talks about making scrambled eggs like Fleming, Pete talks about his desire to molest the Daniel Craig wax works in Madame Tussauds.  In Bondian news Matt talks about his excitement to see the new James Bond exhibit in Spyscape, New York.  Mads Mikklesen is also in the news greeting fans with tattoos of him.  To check out the show notes head over to www.humanresearch.xyz To check out more info on the suits of James Bond head over to www.bondsuits.com To check out David Zaritsky and his Vlogs on all things James Bond head over to https://www.youtube.com/user/TheBondExperience Subscribe to the podcast  iTunes: https://apple.co/2KNnMPq  Stitcher: https://bit.ly/2PcwoSx   

CUNY TV's The Stoler Report
New Venues Entering Times Square Region

CUNY TV's The Stoler Report

Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2018 27:50


High on a list of NY "must-sees" for both locals and out-of-towners is Times Square. New attractions: SPYSCAPE and Ocean Odyssey, unique entertainment experiences, the Brooklyn Diner & Bond 45-good food make Times Square part of the NY experience.

Spybrary
London Spy Tours with Brian Gray of the Intelligence Trail

Spybrary

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2017 56:00


Brian Gray of the Sunday Spy Show talks to us about his London Spy Tours and much much more! Ever wondered what its like to go on a London Spy Tour? Today we learn more about the Intelligence Trail's London Spy Tours. Spy Tours are becoming very popular with spy aficionados, both with those who enjoy the fictional spy books of James Bond or Tom Clancy right through to impressive non fiction spy writing from the likes of Nigel West and Ben MacIntyre. Many of us want to check out the locations (either real or fictional) of brush passes, dead drops, assassination by poison umbrellas or tea laced with polonium, interrogations, arrests, chases. KGB signal sites etc Spy museums are also becoming popular, the two that immediately spring to mind are the German Spy Museum in Berlin and our friends at the International Spy Museum in Washington DC. (Both come highly Spybrary recommended.) Next year NYC joins the spy tour fray with Spyscape but more on that in another episode. In this edition of the Spybrary Spy Podcast, we get to spend an hour with Brian Gray of the Sunday Spy Show. Not only is Brian an expert on espionage and the security services, he also offers London Spy Tours including the epic (my word not his) Intelligence Trail billed as 'The In-depth London Spy Tour.'   'The ‘Trail offers the most comprehensive content-rich introduction to the shadow world of Britain’s main intelligence services – MI5, MI6, and GCHQ – on the streets of London, in key locations associated with the spy world throughout the decades. Whether you’re London-based or coming from afar, if you’re wanting to discover the real triumphs and tragedies, and the trials and tribulations surrounding MI5 and MI6 through the years on the streets of central London – you’ve come to the right place.' In this episode of Spybrary: We ask Brian how he amassed so much knowledge on spying and espionage   Brian shares with us the spy books that got him interested in espionage, spying and the security services.   How does Brian respond when he ask him if he has worked for the intelligence services?   Brian gives us the lowdown on all his London Spy Tours including The Classic Tour, The Early Years Tour, The Cold War Tour and the Sexpionage Tour.   He reveals why his 'Mayfair and Mother Russia' tour is his most hard-core London Spy Tour yet!   Brian Gray tells us what inspired to him to start up the Intelligence Trail spy tour.   He shares with us which celebrities have enjoyed his London Spy Tour and what famous people have 'tour-bombed' the Trail.   He tells us how he helped with the PR campaign for the remake of the Man from U.N.C.L.E   Listen to the podcast and hear what part of the Intelligence Trail surprises people the most   And Much Much More...so much more that we had to split the interview into two parts! Brian will be back to share with us his thoughts on the challenges facing MI5 and MI6. Shane cheekily asks him what he would do if he locked Brian in a room with Kim Philby or George Blake. Stay tuned for that one.! Recently, Spybrary assembled a crack team of spy fans to check out Brian's London Spy Tour. This elite team included Jeff Quest (Spywrite,) Gary Dexter, Ian Sanders (Manchester Military History Society), Rob Mallows (The Deighton Dossier), Tom  (Literary 007) and Spybrary host Shane Whaley.   They all gave the Intelligence Trail 5 stars and agree that Brian's London Spy Tours are all killer and no filler. Check out the Tripadvisor reviews if you are intrigued and interested in going on the tour. Follow the Intelligence Trail on: Twitter Facebook Official Site Check out Jeff Quests write up on recent London Spy Tours  If you enjoy chatting spy books and spy movies, or have a question or point of interest on London Spy Tours come and join our private Spybrary Facebook Group.