

True Spies: Classic - The Illegal | KGB
Jul 30, 2024
Jack Barsky, a former KGB agent who lived undercover in the U.S., shares his gripping tale of espionage. He recounts his life as a seemingly ordinary American family man while harboring deep secrets. Barsky elaborates on the rigorous training spies undergo, the psychological toll of living a double life, and his emotional struggle between loyalty to the KGB and his American family. His transformative journey highlights the complexities of identity and the unexpected relationships that developed, including ties with the FBI.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
A Day in the Life of an Average American
01:31 • 2min
Undercover in the Shadows
03:07 • 5min
The Rigorous Training of a Spy
08:24 • 13min
Navigating New Beginnings: A First Encounter with America
21:42 • 3min
The Duality of Espionage
24:19 • 15min
From Spy to Self: A Journey of Identity
39:04 • 12min