The Spy Who

With 160,000 Allied troops about to invade Sicily, the Operation Mincemeat team hunt for signs that the Nazis fell for their con. But are the Germans fooled, or about to turn Britain’s double cross against the Allies?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Germany and Britain both want the same thing: to get Major Bill Martin’s briefcase into the hands of the Nazis. But will Operation Mincemeat’s ploy survive a reckless chauffeur, an inquisitive coroner and the rule-abiding Spanish Navy?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

During World War II, the Allies devise a brilliant deception known as Operation Mincemeat to mislead Hitler. The podcast reveals the heart-wrenching tale of Glindor Michael, a homeless man involved in this covert operation. Listeners learn about the clever tactics of the British Double Cross Committee and the creative brainstorming sessions that led to planting false intelligence on a corpse. With a mix of spy craft and humor, the preparation and execution of this audacious strategy showcase the lengths taken to alter the course of the war.

Jack Barsky was arguably one of the most successful and enduring of the "Illegals”. These were the Soviet and Russian operatives who seamlessly integrated into American society while covertly serving their handlers in Moscow. But as Jack started a family in his new country, the weight of his double life began to take its toll. Talking to actor and spy novelist Charlie Higson, Jack delves into his remarkable journey from Soviet KGB agent to devoted American family man, taking us inside his daring decision to fake his own death to escape his handlers.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Time’s running out to arrest the illegals, but before the FBI can bust them it needs the okay from President Barack Obama. However, it means trashing the president’s plan to make nice with Russia.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

With the undercover Russian spies making moves to get closer to Hilary Clinton, Moscow sends a new illegal to America: Anna Chapman. And she’s on a mission to wow Manhattan.Have you got a spy story you’d like us to tell? Email your ideas to thespywho@wondery.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In 1999, deep-cover Russian spies infiltrate American suburbs, throwing the FBI into a high-stakes game of cat-and-mouse. The story dives into Anna Chapman and her fellow operatives, revealing their double lives, personal sacrifices, and the complex emotions tied to espionage. As surveillance intensifies, love and deception intertwine, painting a vivid portrait of life under cover. A honeymooning couple's idyllic moments are juxtaposed with shadowy investigations, highlighting the intricate dance of spies amidst ordinary life.

Krzysztof Kosior, great-grandson of the heroic Witold Pilecki, shares captivating family stories about his ancestor, who bravely infiltrated Auschwitz. He opens up about the complexity of Witold’s identity as a soldier and spy and reflects on the emotional weight of family legacy amidst historical trauma. Listeners also hear about the romantic tales interwoven with tragedy and loss during WWII, along with the struggle for recognition faced by the Pilecki family due to political suppression after the war.

Witold Pilecki confronts the harrowing realities of Auschwitz while grappling with a mission that seems increasingly futile. As resistance efforts fall on deaf ears, despair brews among those trying to broadcast the camp's horrors. The emotional aftermath of a family's arrival underscores the dire conditions within. Daring escape plans come to life, revealing the dangers entwined with the desperate quest for freedom. Ultimately, the podcast sheds light on the legacy of heroism amidst the shadows of historical silence.

Discover the gripping story of Witold Pilecki, a Polish spy infiltrating Auschwitz in March 1941. He navigates the perilous dynamics of trust while gathering intelligence and fostering resistance among inmates. As tension escalates with the threat of exposure, Pilecki faces the grim realities of camp life and the challenges of deception. His daring efforts to uplift fellow prisoners amid despair reveal a relentless fight for hope and a desperate plan to expose the atrocities occurring behind the gates.