In this engaging discussion, Charlie English, a former head of international news at The Guardian and author of 'The CIA Book Club,' unveils the CIA's fascinating covert operations during the Cold War, which used literature as a weapon against censorship. He describes how books were smuggled into the Eastern Bloc through creative methods, promoting freedom and challenging oppressive ideologies. English also highlights the impact of literature, including Agatha Christie's work, in shaping perceptions and inspiring resistance, all while contrasting these cultural initiatives with the KGB's tactics.
