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True Life Spy Stories

Philip Thompson
Cold War
Soviet Union
CIA
World War II
FBI
United States
KGB
George Blake
Robert Hanssen
Espionage
MI6
Korean War
Virginia Hall
John Anthony Walker Jr.
Larry Wu-Tai Chin
Fritz Duquesne
Jonathan Pollard
Portland Spy Ring
Naval Intelligence
China

Step into the shadowy realm of spies, secrets, and subterfuge with the True Life Spy Stories Podcast. Join Philip Thompson as he meticulously deconstructs real-life espionage stories bringing history's most intriguing spies and covert operations to life. Philip delivers compelling narratives that blend historical accuracy with engaging storytelling. Whether you're a history buff, a spy fiction ent... more

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes54Foundeda year ago
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Recent Guests

Robert Verkaik
An accomplished and award-winning journalist and author, previously served as the Home Affairs Editor of The Independent and the Security Editor on The Mail and Sunday.
Episode: King Kong & Josephine | Unmasking the WWII Spies of Arnhem
Peter Winnington
Author of the biography on Lily Sergueiew
Pen & Sword Books
Episode: Lily Sergueiew | The Forgotten D-Day Spy
Zach Dorfman
Award-winning intelligence and national security journalist
Project Brazen
Episode: James Harper | The Silicon Valley Spy

Host

Philip Thompson
Host of True Life Spy Stories, delivering engaging narratives about historical espionage and the spies who shaped major world events.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 54 ratings
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The storytelling in this podcast is gripping and full of interesting historical insights.
Some listeners appreciate the depth of research behind each episode, making it informative and engaging.
Critics note that it occasionally veers into conspiracy theory territory, which may detract from its credibility.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Spotify
#48
Australia/History
Apple Podcasts
#198
Ireland/History
Apple Podcasts
#206
Hong Kong/History

Talking Points

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King Kong & Josephine | Unmasking the WWII Spies of Arnhem
Q: How did the Allies come to learn of Agent Josephine?
The Allies first discovered Agent Josephine through a German defector who provided information to the Americans, leading to an investigation by MI6.
King Kong & Josephine | Unmasking the WWII Spies of Arnhem
Q: What role did Christiaan Lindemans play in betraying Allied war plans?
Christiaan Lindemans, also known as Agent King Kong, was a Dutch double agent who leaked crucial information to the Germans, compromising the Allied operation.

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Exploring the shadowy world of espionage, this podcast offers an in-depth look at real-life spies and their covert operations throughout history. Each episode presents gripping narratives about significant figures in espionage, such as double agents and their intricate roles during pivotal events like World War II. With a focus on compelling storytelling and historical accuracy, it highlights the complex moral dilemmas faced by spies and the strategic implications of their actions. The unique angle of blending well-researched fact with engaging narrative makes it appealing to history enthusiasts, spy fiction lovers, and anyone intrigued by the hidden dynamics of global affairs.

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1. True Spies: Espionage | Investigation | Crime | Murder | Detective | Politics
2. SpyCast
3. SPYCRAFT 101
4. The Spy Who
5. Secrets and Spies Podcast: Espionage | Global Issues | Current Affairs

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True Life Spy Stories launched a year ago and published 54 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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2. Peter Winnington
3. Zach Dorfman

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