SpyTalk Shape Changes: Right-Wing Extremists and the US-Russia Cold War (originally aired 1/6/2022)
Jul 8, 2022
Jared Holt, an expert on right-wing extremism, discusses the evolving face of right-wing extremism and its cross fertilization with anti-vaxxers. Joe Weisberg, creator of 'The Americans,' talks about ending the Cold War with Russia, his time in the Soviet Union, and the portrayal of spies in the TV show. They also delve into the threats of right-wing extremist movements and the urgency to combat these challenges.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Changing Shape of Extremist Threats
02:01 • 16min
Tactics and Threats of Right-Wing Extremist Movements
18:10 • 4min
From Cold War Spy Drama to Advocating for Ending Conflict with Russia
21:45 • 2min
Joining the CIA
24:04 • 19min
Portrayal of Spies in 'The Americans'
43:13 • 9min
Wrapping up the Conversation on Russia and Ukraine
52:11 • 2min