The Jordan Harbinger Show 285: Jack Barsky | Deep Undercover with a KGB Spy in America Part One
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Dec 3, 2019 
Jack Barsky, an author and former KGB spy, shares his thrilling experiences of deep cover life in America. He discusses his postwar East German childhood and the appeal of Soviet ideology to youth. Jack also reveals how spies were trained during the Cold War and the skills he used to blend into American culture. Listeners get a glimpse into the paranoia that comes with espionage, as he balances caution with the need for decisive action while living under a false identity.
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Appendectomy Story
- As a teenager, Jack Barsky's mom made him take a bus to the hospital for an emergency appendectomy.
- This instilled an early habit of ignoring pain and emotions.
Communist Ideology Appeal
- Growing up in East Germany, Jack Barsky was heavily influenced by communist ideology.
- The appealing narrative of equality and shared prosperity resonated with his young mind.
West Berlin: A World of Color
- Visiting West Berlin for the first time, Jack Barsky was struck by the vibrant colors.
- He compared it to stepping out of a black-and-white movie into Technicolor.
