15min chapter

Fresh Air cover image

Best Of: Bridget Everett / Nick Harkaway, John le Carré's Son

Fresh Air

CHAPTER

Inheriting Spies: George Smiley's Legacy

This chapter explores the legacy of John le Carré through the character George Smiley, as interpreted by his son Nick Harkaway in 'Carla's Choice.' It delves into the complexities of carrying on a famous literary estate, balancing the weight of expectations, and the psychological depth of espionage. The narrative contrasts Smiley’s everyman persona with the glamor of spy fiction, while reflecting on familial influences and the personal journey of a writer using a pseudonym.

00:00

Get the Snipd
podcast app

Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
App store bannerPlay store banner

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode

Save any
moment

Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways

Share
& Export

Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode