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SpyHards - A Spy Movie Podcast

Scott Hardy & Cam Smith
Mission: Impossible II
Léon: the Professional
Cinema
Action Movies
Die Another Day
Hanna
James Bond
The Deadly Affair
Argylle
The Naked Runner
Red
John Le Carré
Gary Oldman
Natalie Portman
Frank Sinatra
Spy Movie Genre
Notorious
Luc Besson
The Ipcris File
Vancouver Film School

A weekly film podcast decoding classic spy cinema. Hosted by Agent Scott & Cam the Provocateur. Featuring the likes of James Bond, Jason Bourne, Derek Flint, Austin Powers, Johnny English, George Smiley and Harry Palmer, plus all your favourite secret agent franchises including Mission: Impossible, The Man From U.N.C.L.E., Kingsman, Taken and many more. Which films will make the prestigious N.O.C.... more

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Agent Cam welcomes screenwriter Marn Davies to the show to reveal the secrets behind co-writing the 2023 Jason Statham spy caper Operation Fortune: Ruse de Guerre. He also shares stories about working on The Gentlemen, Wrath of Man and more!

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Agents Scott and Cam, along with guest operative Kathryn Vinclaire, award-winning voice actor and casting director, volunteer to be Jason Statham's corkscrew while tackling the 2023 Guy Ritchie ensemble spy caper Operation Fortune: Ruse de Guerre.

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Agents Scott and Cam continue their chat with author Robert Sellers about his controversial 2007 book The Battle for Bond! In this follow-up he highlights the complex reasons the book was banned, and discusses his other 007 works When Harry Met Cubby... more

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Agents Scott and Cam welcome author Robert Sellers to the show to reveal the secrets behind writing his controversial 2007 book The Battle for Bond! He also discusses the complicated and surprising history of the 1965 Bond adventure Thunderball.

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John Rain
Creator and host of Smersh Pod, writer of Thunderbook, Exploder Book and Superbook
Smersh Pod
Episode: 206. The Man with the Golden Gun (1974) - Guest: John Rain from Smersh Pod
Tom Butler
Film journalist and co-host of the James Bond A-Z podcast
James Bond A-Z Podcast
Episode: The Amateur DECLASSIFIED - Guest: Tom Butler from The James Bond A-Z Podcast
Scott McCrea
Author of the spy novel Targets West
Episode: 203. Target (1985) - Guest: Scott McCrea, author of Targets West
Martina Gedeck
Star of The Lives of Others
Episode: 200. The Lives of Others (2006)
Jack Cocker
Director of the documentary From Roger Moore With Love
Episode: Jack Cocker on From Roger Moore with Love - SpyMaster Interview #94
Mark A. Altman
Co-author of Nobody Does It Better, The Complete, Unscented, Unauthorized Oral History of James Bond
Episode: 199. Live and Let Die (1973) - Guest: Mark A. Altman, co-author of Nobody Does It Better: The Complete Oral History of James Bond
Neil Alcock
Film writer and author of Hitchology
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Episode: 196. Secret Agent (1936) - Guest: Neil Alcock, author of Hitchology
Michelle Yeoh
Actress known for her role in the Star Trek franchise and winner of the Academy Award
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Episode: 195. Star Trek: Section 31 (2025)
Kacey Rohl
Actress known for her role as Rachel Garrett in the film
Star Trek: Section 31
Episode: 195. Star Trek: Section 31 (2025)

Hosts

Cam the Provocateur
Co-host with a passion for spy films and a knack for humor and engaging discussions.
Agent Scott
Co-host sharing insights and analysis from a film fandom perspective, often addressing thematic elements and cultural significance.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 278 ratings
  • Keeps the British end up!

    There are many imitators but the magic of SpyHards cannot be duplicated. Only these two lads would be insane enough to want to tackle every spy movie ever made! Plus, their interviews are second to none! I challenge anyone to listen to the Jeff Kleeman or Lana Wood interviews and not immediately subscribe!

    A must-listen every week.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Grubber!
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Great show

    Take a detour for listening to Agents Cam and Scott, if the spy genre is your thing, this podcast is for you

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EdMartinezSRV
    Mexico2 months ago
  • An Excellent Podcast

    Came for the Bond and stayed for the indepth reviews, interviews and disussion on all manner of cinematic intrigue.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jarrak
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Nobody Does It Better!

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    Agents Scott & Cam have done it—they’ve cracked the ultimate spy movie cipher with a show that’s cooler than Harry Palmer’s egg-cracking technique, slicker than Robert Redford's Pea Coat and sharper than The Jackal’s sniper scope. With all the intrigue, class, and danger of Hitchcock’s Notorious… these operatives serve up five-star espionage excellence, with no Trench coat in site, at every mission!

    This isn’t just a podcas... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Michael Fenemore
    Australia2 months ago
  • Love the interviews

    When listening to the podcast on a bike ride I begin hearing interviews with writers/stars of long ago films. Which inturn reignites my interest in them and gives them fresh life for me to watch the films again.

    The bike rides of late have begun piking my interests in the unknown spy movies (unknown to me). This leap into Cold War espionage and 1940s ‘Spy-jinks’. This connects me with a world or a time previously unknown (or at least uncommon) to me.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alistaireo
    Australia3 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some feedback mentions a desire for more variety in selected films, highlighting a willingness for expansion beyond their current repertoire.
Listeners praise the hosts for their infectious enthusiasm and passion for the spy genre.
The depth of knowledge and the engaging interviews with industry guests are frequently highlighted.
Many enjoy the humorous and relatable banter between the hosts, enhancing the listening experience.
Reviewers appreciate the engaging analysis that delves into the themes and character dynamics of each film discussed.

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206. The Man with the Golden Gun (1974) - Guest: John Rain from Smersh Pod
Q: What made you want to get into podcasting and specifically about sort of James Bond originally and going on from there?
I just really wanted to listen to something Bond related that made me laugh and there wasn't anything out there, so I thought I would do it myself.
The Amateur DECLASSIFIED - Guest: Tom Butler from The James Bond A-Z Podcast
Q: Should people go out and see The Amateur in theaters?
It's probably not worth the ticket price; it might be better to watch on Disney Plus later with friends.
The Amateur DECLASSIFIED - Guest: Tom Butler from The James Bond A-Z Podcast
Q: Did it work for you?
Overall, it didn't land with me due to issues with the lead's performance and the plot's preposterousness.
Shane Black on The Long Kiss Goodnight - SpyMaster Interview #96
Q: Was there a conscious attempt to push action movies with Long Kiss Goodnight?
Black mentions that it was part of his instincts, aiming to elevate the cinematic experience rather than following a specific formula.
Shane Black on The Long Kiss Goodnight - SpyMaster Interview #96
Q: Where did the first nugget of The Long Kiss Goodnight come from?
Shane Black explains that the idea originated from his fascination with the spy genre and a desire to create a unique character perspective.

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This podcast focuses on exploring and analyzing classic spy films, covering a wide range of popular franchises such as James Bond, Jason Bourne, and Mission: Impossible, among others. Each episode includes lively discussions and critiques of various films, combining humorous banter with in-depth insights. Special guests, often notable figures from the film industry, enrich the conversation, providing unique perspectives on characters, narratives, and themes. Noteworthy is the hosts' goal of identifying films worthy of the esteemed 'N.O.C. List', ensuring that listeners are served both entertainment and historical context about the spy genre.

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1. Smersh Pod
2. Film Stories with Simon Brew
3. Really, 007!
4. James Bond & Friends
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Recent guests on SpyHards include:

1. John Rain
2. Tom Butler
3. Scott McCrea
4. Martina Gedeck
5. Jack Cocker
6. Mark A. Altman
7. Neil Alcock
8. Michelle Yeoh

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