Best SPYCRAFT Podcasts (2026)

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229. In the Shadows: US Naval Intelligence in the Indo-Pacific with Dr. Brian J. Ellison 54:08

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6d ago54:08

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Today Justin sits down with Dr. Brian J. Ellison. Brian has a Master's degree in International Security from American University and a PhD in War Studies from King's College London. He's worked as a senior research scientist at the Center for Naval Analysis and at the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory where he has specialized in C…

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Spycraft ep12 - The arms fair 2:16:39

6d ago2:16:39

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Our bold spies continue through the hotel and arms fair

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Tradecraft, Part 10 35:31

4d ago35:31

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The tools in a spy's arsenal are more varied than you might think. But they all come under one name: Tradecraft. In our tenth round of insights from the world of espionage, Rhiannon Neads looks back on gadget masters, Cold War tunnel-digging and the art of the Mobile Debrief. From SPYSCAPE, the HQ of secrets. A Cup And Nuzzle production. Series pro…

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True Spies Classic: The Real Sopranos | FBI 36:30

11d ago36:30

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FBI agent Giovanni Rocco grew up playing in the back yards of New Jersey's criminal class. As an adult, he went undercover to take them down. In this classic episode of True Spies, Vanessa Kirby follows Giovanni's descent into the violent world that inspired HBO's hit series, The Sopranos. From SPYSCAPE, the home of secrets. A Cup And Nuzzle produc…

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228. Data, Privacy, and Power: How Commercial Information Became the Next Frontier of Global Intelligence with Mike Yeagley 1:01:32

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This week Justin talks with Mike Yeagley. Mike is a graduate of St. Lawrence University and is currently the Chief Strategy Officer for cohort.ID. For the past decade, Mike has been working in a variety of positions to understand and reveal how advertising and marketing data can be both an asset and a detriment in intelligence and targeting operati…

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DAY SIX: Echoes of the Starfarer 56:03

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Send us a text Synopsis: A ruthless Census interrogation cracks open the Company’s spotless façade—forcing Agent Beef Stew to explain missing “reports,” unexplained anomalies, and the one name he never wanted to say out loud: Welsh Rabbit. On Chora Beach, Director Chapman scrambles a chaotic taskforce to hunt down Agent Pot Roast, Olivia, and Roger…

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20. Panopticon, Pt. 1 42:09

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The Skeleton Crew allows themselves to be taken captive by The Witness and find themselves secreted away to an enigmatic underground city. They find themselves inside The Witness's lair—separated and weaponless—and then the games begin. Roll the Bones is a Dungeons & Dragons podcast brought to you by a crew that includes writers, actors, game desig…

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Episode 0024 — Midweek Sitrep: A Look Inside 11:07

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This is a quieter episode of Midweek Sitrep. This episode is a look inside the thinking behind the show—why it exists, how it’s shaped, and where it’s headed next. Jerry talks about what Everything Is National Security actually means, how his background in government, the military, and advising companies on national security risk shaped the way he …

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True Spies Debrief: Anthony Vinci on the Fourth Intelligence Revolution 53:04

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Anthony Vinci is a former DIA case officer who went on to serve at the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency before entering the private sector. His new book, The Fourth Intelligence Revolution, bridges the divide between the intelligence community and the tech world. Anthony spoke with True Spies producer Morgan Childs about why this new era put…

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BONUS! Top 5 holiday wish list! 22:54

15d ago22:54

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It's that time of year and I wasn't going to leave you hanging. One more episode until we meet again in 2026.

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227. My Husband the Cuban Spy with Ana Margarita Martinez 1:19:01

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This week Justin sits down with Ana Margarita Martinez. Ana fled to the states at age six as a Cuban political refugee, and settled in South Florida as part of the Cuban Exile community. In 1992, she met Juan Pablo Roque, a Cuban Air Force pilot, who had recently arrived in Miami after defecting. They dated for three years and then married in 1995.…

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The Darklands ep4: The rise of bane 1:04:28

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In this episode our adventurer continues through the basement of the inn

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The Darklands ep3: They sing below the inn 1:04:03

19d ago1:04:03

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In this episode of dibble and fluffy, they venture beneath the inn to see what mysteries luck there...

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The Wireless Operator, Part Two: The Derber Method | Historical 47:28

25d ago47:28

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When Dr David Tuch started investigating his family tree, he found much more than he bargained for. A distant cousin. A sailor. A man who led a life of adventure - and changed the world of crime forever. In Part One of this True Spies story, you'll meet him too - and discover the first steps on a dark, dangerous and fascinating journey. Dr. David T…

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226. Biologics, Guns, and Secrets: A Deep Dive into the Larry Ford Case with Sheldon Fung 1:09:11

27d ago1:09:11

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Today Justin talks to retired FBI Special Agent Sheldon Fung. Sheldon has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biochemistry from the University of California Davis, and a Master's Degree in Criminology and Weapons of Mass Destruction from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. spent more than 21 years with the FBI as a bomb technician and a WMD coordinator…

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Shots Heard Round the World - A Conversation with John Ferling 59:52

26d ago59:52

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How can the American Revolution be understood as a global war? How were the war’s effects felt at home and abroad? In this virtual interview conversation with John Ferling*, author of Shots Heard Round the World: America, Britain, and Europe in the Revolutionary War., we discuss the subjects of Ferling’s most recent book and the broader scope of th…

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True Spies - Brief Histories: Double Agents 28:31

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From ancient Babylon to the darkest depths of the Cold War, Double Agents have fascinated us for centuries. In Brief Histories, the monthly special from True Spies, series producer Joe Foley is your guide to this secret world - alongside a treasure-trove of stories and expert knowledge from our archive. From SPYSCAPE, the home of secrets and skills…

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Episode 0023 — From Santa's Sleigh to Shipping Lanes: Supply Chains Under Fire 20:55

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This December, the real story isn’t just what’s under the tree, it’s how it got there. In this episode, Jerry Fowler unpacks the hidden world of global supply chains; the arteries of the modern economy that move everything from Christmas toys to fighter jet components. When droughts, tariffs, or cyberattacks hit those arteries, the shockwaves don’t…

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The Wireless Operator, Part One: The Trouble With Hyman | Historical 53:30

1M ago53:30

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When Dr David Tuch started investigating his family tree, he found much more than he bargained for. A distant cousin. A sailor. A man who led a life of adventure - and changed the world of crime forever. In Part One of this True Spies story, you'll meet him too - and discover the first steps on a dark, dangerous and fascinating journey. Dr. David T…

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Season 4 Finale! 17:25

1M ago17:25

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Season 4 is in the bag! Listen for the recap, the preview of next season and my opinion on news and rumours!

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225. How the FBI Caught China's Most Prolific Spy Family with James Gaylord 1:23:42

1M ago1:23:42

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Today, Justin welcomes retired FBI supervisory special agent James Gaylord. Jim spent nearly 32 years with the FBI, including six years supervising a counterintelligence squad at the Los Angeles Field Office's Santa Ana Resident Agency. If you're a longtime listener of the podcast, you might remember Jim as one of our earliest guests from episode 1…

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True Spies Classic: The Money Spy | FSB 33:36

1M ago33:36

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How do you flee your country and join the other side? In this classic episode of True Spies, a former Russian intelligence agent gives Vanessa Kirby a rare masterclass in international tradecraft. Janosh Neumann fled Moscow armed only with his wits, a suitcase and the names of Russia's most influential money launderers, to begin a dangerous journey…

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Bonding with Fashion 23:22

1M ago23:22

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When you put on a navy blue polo, do you feel like you're in Casino Royale? Glad its not just me.

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224. Secrets, Scandals, and Salvation: Spying for China with Gregg Bergersen 1:24:49

1M ago1:24:49

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Today Justin sits down with Gregg Bergersen. Gregg spent 19 years in the Department of Navy's office of Naval Intelligence as an intelligence research specialist. He was then asked to join the Department of Defense as a weapons systems policy analyst at the Defense Security Cooperation Agency in Arlington, Virginia, where he oversaw complex command…

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19. Last Horizon 1:00:07

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The Skeleton Crew fully uncovers Cassius Brightwater's grim secrets. An unexpected encounter gives them an opportunity to do a good deed, as well as learn new pieces of critical intel. Back at the lighthouse hideout, the party discovers a perplexing invitation—then hatches a plan that, in retrospect, might be a little reckless. Roll the Bones is a …

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Episode 0022 — Turkey Day, TSA, and Tankers: When Travel Becomes National Security 25:08

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Every Thanksgiving, fifty-five million Americans hit the road, board planes, and pack the rails. But behind the family reunions and airport chaos lies a national stress test. One that quietly measures the resilience of America’s infrastructure. In this episode of Midweek Sitrep, Jerry Fowler breaks down how a single week of travel reveals the fragi…

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True Spies Debriefs: Dr Amy Zegart on Entertainment, Policy and AI 37:07

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Dr Amy Zegart works to bridge the divide between the worlds of policy and tech. In this Debrief, True Spies producer Morgan Childs joins Dr. Zegart To hear her thoughts on spy entertainment, espionage in the age of AI, and the future of American intelligence policy. From SPYSCAPE, the home of secrets. A Cup And Nuzzle production. Series producer: J…

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Essential Bond Skills : Language 19:06

2M ago19:06

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Are you a cunning linguist? I chat about why I think speaking more than one language is important.

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223. A Former Marine Held Hostage in Yemen with Sam Farran 1:58:26

2M ago1:58:26

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Today Justin sits down with Sam Farran. Sam moved to United States from his birth place in Lebanon and joined the US Marine Corps in 1978. He was later trained as an interrogator and worked on orders with the Defense Intelligence Agency and as an at attache officer. After retiring from the Marine Corps, he worked as a civilian contractor all over t…

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The Drunk in Department V | KGB 46:30

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Author and filmmaker Richard Kerbaj tells the story of Oleg Lyalin - the hard-living, womanising KGB officer whose defection changed the course of the Cold War, and shaped the future of intelligence agencies on both sides of the Atlantic. From SPYSCAPE, the home of secrets. A Cup And Nuzzle production. Series producer: Joe Foley. Produced by Max Bo…

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Project Black Dial 19:35

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Ever wonder why I occasionally spam you with deals at Barton Watch bands or other 007 related paraphenelia? It's all in support of Project Black Dial. Listen to the epsiode to get the scoop and use code 007_INTREPID at checkout at bartonbands.com for your discount.

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222. Russian Sabotage: Inside The Wagner Trial with Trevor Barnes 1:20:55

2M ago1:20:55

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Today Justin is joined by repeat gues Trevor Barnes, who writes on national security issues for the London Standard Newspaper and is a former senior reporter for the British Broadcasting Corporation. He is the author of Dead Doubles The Extraordinary Worldwide Hunt for One of the Cold War's Most Notorious Spy Rings. That was the story of the infamo…

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True Spies - Brief Histories: Spychology 29:15

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From the writing of Sun Tzu to the modern era, spies and spymasters have had insights into the mind that most of us don't. Now it's time to put espionage itself on the analysts' couch. In Brief Histories, the new monthly special from True Spies, series producer Joe Foley is your guide to this secret world - alongside a treasure-trove of stories and…

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Episode 0021 — Chips, Checks, and Chokepoints: Export Controls in Action 16:01

2M ago16:01

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Export controls don’t end at America’s borders — they travel with the technology. In this episode of Midweek Sitrep, host Jerry Fowler breaks down how the U.S. enforces its export control laws overseas through end-user checks — real-world inspections by Commerce Department officials who verify where U.S.-origin tech actually ends up. From high-perf…

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True Spies Classic: The Limping Lady | WW2 43:54

2M ago43:54

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In this classic episode of True Spies, Vanessa Kirby goes behind enemy lines with Virginia Hall, one of the bravest Allied heroines of WWII. As part of ‘Churchill's Secret Army’, Virginia was sent into occupied France to organize resistance efforts and disrupt Nazi plans ‘by any means necessary’. From SPYSCAPE, the home of secrets and skills. Featu…

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ThunderBall! with Being James Bond 33:50

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No season of the show is complete without my friend Joe Darlington of the Being James Bond podcast. We take a few moments to talk about Thunderball and its impact today.

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221. Japan's Intelligence Journey in the Modern Era with Dr. Brad Williams 41:47

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Today Justin talks with Dr. Brad Williams. Brad is an associate professor in the Department of Asian and International Studies at the City University of Hong Kong. He has studied, taught and conducted research in Australia, Japan, Singapore, Hong Kong, Myanmar, Taiwan, and the United States. He is the author of Resolving the Russo-Japanese Territor…

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18. Bad Housekeeping 1:02:10

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After turning their quarry over to The Queen of Knives, the crew investigates the villa of Cassius Brightwater. Turns out, it's full of surprises—the kind that can suffocate you or dissolve you in acid. Roll the Bones is a Dungeons & Dragons podcast brought to you by a crew that includes writers, actors, game designers, and a college professor. You…

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True Spies Debriefs: David McCloskey On His Life After Espionage 31:55

2M ago31:55

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True Spies producer Morgan Childs joins former CIA analyst, author and podcast host David McCloskey for a deep dive into his post-Agency career, and what he's learned along the way. David McCloskey's latest novel, The Persian, is out now. From SPYSCAPE, the home of secrets. A Cup And Nuzzle production. Series producer: Joe Foley. Produced by Morgan…

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Off The Rails 29:20

2M ago29:20

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What happens when you have a great converstation going? Great things. We've got another episode from the derailing of our AVTAK review a few weeks back with The Idiot Bond Fan. Enjoy!

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220. Real Life Narcos: Toppling the Cali Cartel with Chris Feistl 56:53

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Today Justin talks with Chris Feistl. Chris worked for 26 years as a special agent with the Drug Enforcement Administration. He spent much of his career in Columbia beginning in 1994. Since then, he's been featured in several different documentaries, including the Discovery series Finding Escobar's Millions, plus German Cocaine Cowboy and Narco War…

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Episode 0020 — From Privacy to National Security: The Bulk Data Crackdown 18:43

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When we first covered the Bulk Data Rule back in Episode 0002 in early 2025, it was still new—a proposal with sweeping implications for data privacy and national security. Now, six months later, it’s real. The Department of Justice’s rule is live, the grace period is over, and October marks the first true enforcement wave. In this update, Jerry Fow…

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The Many Lives of Agent Zo | WW2 1:01:48

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Author Clare Mulley has built her formidable reputation on finding the remarkable stories that have been left out of the history books. This is one of them - the remarkable, heartstopping story of Elzbieta Zawacka, AKA Agent Zo, legend of the Polish resistance. From SPYSCAPE, the home of secrets. A Cup And Nuzzle production. Series producer: Joe Fo…

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Intrepid travels : London. 24:45

3M ago24:45

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This summer i got to travel to London! so we have to make a whole series on travel because I'm not done visiting people or places.

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219. Digital Intelligence, Phishing Scams, and North Korea with Aidan Raney 57:26

3M ago57:26

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Today Justin sits down with Aidan Raney. Aidan is the founder of Farnsworth Intelligence, a digital intelligence service, which he founded after unmasking a phishing network online which was harvesting credentials from unwitting Facebook users on a massive scale. Aidan is here to discuss his work at the forefront of digital intelligence, and in par…

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True Spies - Brief Histories: Counterintelligence 25:48

3M ago25:48

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From the lagoon of Venice to revolutionary Russia, counterintelligence has always been an important aspect of statecraft. In Brief Histories, the new monthly special from True Spies, series producer Joe Foley is your guide to this secret world - alongside a treasure-trove of stories and expert knowledge from our archive. From SPYSCAPE, the home of …

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True Spies Classic: The Spy In The Cornfield | FBI 46:40

3M ago46:40

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In the golden cornfields of rural Iowa, mysterious men are stealing seeds. Corn is big business - and the secret of growing good corn is priceless intellectual property. But is this a simple case of corporate theft, or foreign espionage in a vital strategic battle between nations? Vanessa Kirby joins Special Agent Mark Betten, FBI, on his mission t…

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An Idiot’s View to a Kill 48:07

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Returning the favour and lending his opinions to the podcast is good friend of the show, the man behind The Idiot Podcast and Bonding Events, Mr Elan Ovadia. We talk AVTAK and get slightly de-railed! Enough so there will be a bonus episode coming soon.

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218. Who Was Agent 355? A Revolutionary Spy Story with Peggy Wirgau 30:22

3M ago30:22

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Today's guest is Peggy Wirgau. Peggy is a graduate of Michigan State University and George Mason University. She's an active member of American Christian Fiction Writers, The Historical Novel Society, and The Colorado Authors League. Her debut novel, The Stars in April, was published in 2021. She's also written for Appleseeds, Insight, Learning thr…

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Volcar ep44: Into the portal 59:05

3M ago59:05

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In this episode out valliant heroes travel well... into the portal can't you read?!?