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SpyCast

SpyCast
Egypt
James Bond
Espionage
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British Monarchy
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Counterintelligence
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Robert Hanssen
Six-Day War
Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi
China
Ian Fleming
Queen Elizabeth II
Queen Victoria
Secret Intelligence
Arab World
Ashraf Marwan

SpyCast, the official podcast of the International Spy Museum, is a journey into the shadows of international espionage. Each week, host Sasha Ingber brings you the latest insights and intriguing tales from spies, secret agents, and covert communicators, with a focus on how this secret world reaches us all in our everyday lives. Tune in to discover the critical role intelligence has played through... more

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Latest Episodes

Keith Melton is a historian who’s been an advisor to the US Intelligence Community for decades. An avid collector and board member at The International Spy Museum, Keith has donated thousands of artifacts, and one of the most historically important i... more

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Vinny Troia is at home on the Dark Web. The veteran hacker has developed relationships with cyberactors who have quietly stolen sensitive data from the far corners of the world. Vinny sells that data to law enforcement and intelligence agencies, like... more

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Keith Bulfin was a banker, not a spy. But then came a special client–a supposed coffee importer who was actually a banker for Mexican and Colombian drug cartels. Soon, U.S. authorities were knocking on Keith’s door. He ended up behind bars in a maxim... more

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This Thursday marks the 24th anniversary of the September 11th terrorist attacks, which spawned a decade-long search for the man behind them – Osama Bin Laden. Ed Bogan was the Chief of Operations for the CIA Counterterrorism Center’s Pakistan / Afgh... more

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Recent Guests

Keith Melton
Historian and advisor to the US intelligence community
International Spy Museum
Episode: From the SpyCast Vault: An Assassination in Mexico
Keith Bulfin
Former banker who became embroiled with drug cartels
Episode: To Catch a Drug Cartel
Ed Bogan
Former CIA Chief of Operations for the Pakistan-Afghanistan Department
CIA
Episode: Retracing the Hunt for Bin Laden
Ralph Mariani
Former senior operations officer at the CIA
Episode: An Assassination in Athens and a CIA Officer’s Legacy
Jeffrey Higgins
Former DEA Special Agent involved in the capture of Reza Olangian
Episode: Catching an Iranian-American Missile Broker
Fariba Nawa
Journalist focused on Iranian intelligence and dissent
Episode: Lethal Dissent: Iran’s Spy Games in Turkey
Jane Bradley
New York Times journalist who investigated the Russian spy network in Brazil.
The New York Times
Episode: Russia's Fake Identity Assembly Line in Brazil
Tracey Ballard
Former CIA employee and LGBTQ advocate
CIA
Episode: Breaking the Silence: Coming Out in the CIA
Rick Crawford
Congressman and Chairman of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence
Episode: A Conversation with House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence Chairman

Host

Sasha Ingber
Host of the podcast, bringing insights and stories from the world of espionage and intelligence.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 2.4k ratings
  • Ziggy

    I think this is a very interesting informative podcast. Love to listen to it. Thanks

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Matuszk
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Used to be…

    …the best intelligence related show, now a copy-paste stock political blurb. How sad.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Tom__London
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Great Interviews

    Enjoy the guests and topics.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    VanEgnr
    Canada4 months ago
  • Good Podcast, Less Biased Questions

    I’ve enjoyed this podcast for the last few years, and appreciate the high quality guests. However, the new host has an obvious political stance, that’s often demonstrated through her line of questioning, as evidenced by the recent HPSCI interview. Please return to unbiased interviews, allowing listeners to form their own opinions.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    JTB0906
    United States4 months ago
  • Berlin

    Can you do a report on the Berlin station from the Cold War Devil’s Mountain? Also, extend your interviews longer if possible. They are very interesting.

    - On Watch

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Copper Vein
    United States6 months ago

Listeners Say

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Some express concern over the new host's approach compared to previous presenters, suggesting a desire for deeper discussion and less bias in questioning.
Listeners appreciate the engaging stories and the quality of guests, indicating a strong interest in espionage and historical narratives.
There is a mix of praise for entertaining narratives intertwined with criticism demanding more in-depth analysis and exploration of complex subjects.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#215
United States/History
Apple Podcasts
#189
Canada/History
Apple Podcasts
#212
United Kingdom/History
Apple Podcasts
#171
Australia/History
Apple Podcasts
#19
South Korea/History
Apple Podcasts
#118
Finland/History

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Retracing the Hunt for Bin Laden
Q: What do you think about the moral debate surrounding interrogation techniques used during the hunt for Bin Laden?
The intelligence collected was valuable and contributing to our understanding, but it's also important to debate the ethics of those techniques.
Retracing the Hunt for Bin Laden
Q: Can you give me a sense of how much the CIA knew about al-Qaeda in those first days?
Our understanding was not strong, we had a limited leadership graphic depicting al-Qaeda's leadership team and roughly understood their numbers and hierarchy.
An Assassination in Athens and a CIA Officer’s Legacy
Q: Was it incompetence? Was it a lack of political will? Or was it something else?
We have to go with a lack of political will because Greece was a NATO and EU member, and their officers had training in forensics by the FBI.
An Assassination in Athens and a CIA Officer’s Legacy
Q: What did you think about Welch?
He was erudite and intelligent with a strong moral standard, but he was very senior to me, it felt like being a rookie in baseball meeting a big star.
An Assassination in Athens and a CIA Officer’s Legacy
Q: Can you tell me about a moment that you shared with him when you as well were working for the CIA in Athens?
I didn't have many private moments with Dick Welch because I worked as a junior officer, but I did go out once socially with Mr. Welch and his wife to a wine festival, which was unusual, and I felt I was being sized up by him.

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Frequently Asked Questions About SpyCast

What is SpyCast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The content centers around espionage and intelligence, exploring significant historical events and contemporary issues within the realm of espionage. Regular episodes feature in-depth interviews with former intelligence officers, journalists, and experts who share personal experiences and insights into the complexities of clandestine activities and international relations. Unique narratives often highlight lesser-known operations and significant figures in the intelligence landscape, making the material both informative and engaging for audiences interested in history, politics, and security. The storytelling approach juxtaposes serious topics with human anecdotes, offering listeners not only factual details but also emotional contexts surr... more

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Recent guests on SpyCast include:

1. Keith Melton
2. Keith Bulfin
3. Ed Bogan
4. Ralph Mariani
5. Jeffrey Higgins
6. Fariba Nawa
7. Jane Bradley
8. Tracey Ballard

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