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Code To CloudJack Barsky: Lessons from a Former KGB Sleeper Agent (SWOB Archive)đïžIn this special throwback, we revisit one of our most compelling conversations on Security Without Borders. Hosted by Derek Smith and Kevin Evans, this session features Jack Barsky, a former KGB sleeper agent who lived undercover in the United States for a decade during the Cold War.
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Born in East Germany, Jack was recruited by the KGB and sent to the U.S. under a stolen identity. His mission: to live an ordinary life, build credibility, and be ready for future assignments â all while hiding in plain sight. Today, Jack shares how his experiences in esp...
2025-10-062h 11
Anything But Typical151: Former KGB Spy Jack Barsky Returns For Part 2âI am staying.â â Jack Barsky
Three words on a dirt road. Three words that ended one life & cemented another. Three words that turned a mission into a calling.
Because by the time Moscow ordered this KGB agent home, Jack wasnât just a spy with a cover story. He was a college valedictorian, a successful corporate executive, a father raising a little girl whoâd stolen his heart.
Piece by piece, he had built a life in America.
Not perfect. Not easy. But real. A life that didnât come from forged docum...
2025-09-091h 12Anything But Typical150: Lessons From KGB Spy Jack BarskyâI became an American & said goodbye to them [the KGB].â â Jack Barsky
Sounds like the opening line of a spy thriller.
Except this oneâs real.
For a decade, Jack lived undercover in the U.S. as a KGB agent.
His mission wasnât excitement. No tuxedos. No martinis. Just the discipline to disappear â and never get caught.
And he did it so well that he not only avoided capture â he built a whole new life. A college valedictorian. A corporate exec. A family man no one suspected.
Until one...
2025-08-261h 12
Leadership BITESThe Life of a Spy: Jack Barsky's JourneyJack Barsky shares his extraordinary journey from being a KGB agent in East Germany to living in the United States. He discusses the complexities of his dual identity, the romanticized notions of communism, and the realities of espionage. Barsky reflects on his recruitment into the KGB, the challenges of living a double life, and the impact of ideologies on personal choices. He also shares insights on his transition to life in America, the importance of self-awareness, and his quest for redemption through positive contributions to society. In this conversation, Jack Barsky shares his extraordinary journey from being a KGB...
2025-08-032h 42
Stories of Us | PragerUJack Barsky: Insights from a KGB Spy | Stories of Us | PragerUJack Barsky, a former KGB spy born in Soviet-controlled East Germany, was sent by the Russian government to infiltrate the United States during the Cold War. But after building a new life, starting a family, and embracing American values, he abandoned his mission and broke free from communist ideology. In this episode of PragerUâs Stories of Us, Jack shares how he escaped the KGB, found faith in Christianity, and why he believes Americaâs fight for freedom is worth defending.
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2025-06-2411 min
Real Talk with Marissa Streit | PragerUWhy KGB Spy Jack Barsky Risked His Life to Stay in the United StatesJack Barsky was one of the most highly trained KGB spies ever sent to America. Embedded under a stolen identity during the height of the Cold War, his mission was to blend in as a loyal American citizenâall while secretly serving the Soviet Union. Until he made the dangerous decision to stay in the country he was meant to undermine. Jack joins PragerU CEO Marissa Streit to reveal how he was recruited by the KGB, how communism shaped his worldview, and the surprising reason he turned his back on it all.
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2025-05-281h 00
The Wisdom of Life with Chad Stoloff#10: Secrets of a KGB Spy with Jack BarskyHow did a spy live among us for 10 years without our government knowing? Jack Philip Barsky (born Albrecht Dittrich, 18 May 1949) is a German-American author, IT specialist and former sleeper agent of the KGB who spied on the United States from 1978 to 1988. Exposed after the Cold War, Barsky became a resource for U.S. counterintelligence agencies and was allowed to remain in the United States. His autobiography, Deep Undercover, was published in 2017, and he frequently speaks on his experiences and as an expert on espionage.Follow Jack:Jack Barsky Website | Speaker, Author of Deep Underc...
2025-05-0757 min
The Entropy PodcastFrom KGB Spy to Corporate Success with Jack BarskyIn this episode of the Entropy podcast, host Francis Gorman speaks with Jack Barsky, a former KGB sleeper agent who shares his extraordinary life story. From his recruitment by the KGB in East Germany to his eventual defection and life in America, Jack discusses the complexities of living a double life, the emotional challenges of his decisions, and his journey into corporate America. He emphasizes the importance of emotional intelligence, authenticity, and storytelling in both personal and professional realms, offering valuable insights for listeners.TakeawaysJack Barsky's journey from KGB sleeper agent to American...
2025-04-2548 min
Mindset: Lessons from the FieldJack Barsky â From KGB Spy to American Mentor | Mindset #62He was recruited by the KGB, trained in deception, and sent to infiltrate America. But when the call came to return to Moscow, Jack Barsky made a life-altering decisionâto stay. In this raw, mind-blowing conversation, Jack shares the traits that made him spy-worthy, how he learned to read people, and what truly helped him survive the high-stakes world of espionage. From bike messenger to corporate executive, his story is a masterclass in adaptability, intuition, and the power of choosing love over fear.If you're looking for inspiration on mental toughness, change, and living with purposeâyou won...
2025-04-0955 min
The Hardy BrainUnlock KGB Mind Hacks: Secrets of Influence, Deception & Fearlessness | Jack BarskyUnlock KGB-Level Influence & Mental Toughness! đ€«đ„ Think spycraft is just for movies? WRONG. Jack Barsky, a real ex-KGB spy, reveals how covert skills translate to ULTIMATE success in business and life. Learn how to: Read people like an open book đ Master persuasion (ethically... or not?)
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2025-03-2736 min
Connect: Connecting the Bible to Life with Cole PhillipsFrom Communism to Christ: Jack Barskyâs Story of GraceJoin us on this incredible episode of the Connect Podcast as Pastor Cole Phillips sits down with special guest Jack Barsky, a former KGB spy turned devoted follower of Jesus. Jack shares his extraordinary journeyâfrom growing up as an atheist in communist East Germany, through years of undercover espionage in America, to his surprising and transformative encounter with God's grace. Listen in as Jack reveals the moments and people God strategically placed in his life, guiding him out of darkness and skepticism into a vibrant Christian faith. Whether you're wrestling with doubt, fascinated by redemption stories, or simply lo...
2025-03-261h 06
The Spy WhoThe Spies Who Invaded Suburbia | Former illegal spy Jack Barsky on years undercoverJack Barsky was arguably one of the most successful and enduring of the "Illegalsâ. 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 ht...
2025-03-1840 min
DEVIANTEx-KGB Spy Jack Barsky"Russia's spies" has been a major news story for almost a decade now. They are here, in our computers, and on the ground. So what's it like to be one? Jack Barsky (not his original name) was a spy for the KGB at the height of the Cold War. He was a member of the elite Directorate S...the illegals. While training in Moscow, he learned how to act like an American, or so he thought. He figured it out though, and lived in the US, pretending to be American, for 15 years until the FBI put it all together...
2025-03-071h 08
Dalton Fischer PodcastEx-KGB Agent: Brainwashing Tactics, Russian Special Forces, Putin | Jack BarskyTIMESTAMPS IN DESCRIPTION BELOWJack Barsky is a former KGB Sleeper Agent who spied on the United States from 1978 to 1988. Exposed after the Cold War, he became a resource for U.S. Counterintelligence Agencies and was allowed to remain in the United States.#story #podcast #spy Jack's Links:https://www.skool.com/spychology/https://jackbarsky.comShow Sponsors:- Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with Mando and get $5 off your Starter Pack (thatâs over 40% off) with promo DALTON at shopmando.com - Qualialife.com/DALTON for up t...
2025-01-265h 09
Piers Morgan UncensoredJack Barsky On Lies, Sex and Spying | Real KGB AgentMany people have told their stories on Piers Morgan Uncensored, but none have had a story to tell quite like Jack Barsky. Born Albrecht Dittrich in East Germany in 1949, he became a Russian spy who defected to America and now has a lifetime of secrets and close calls sitting in his past. Today, Jack reveals how flattery drew him into the KGB, the missions he carried out against the west, and the morbid lies he told to keep the FBI, and his handlers, off his back.Now a naturalised American citizen, Jack is...
2024-12-311h 02
Reed Morin ShowEx-KGB Spy Reveals Espionage Training, FBI Pursuit, and CIA Secrets | Jack BarskyJack Barsky is a former KGB sleeper agent who operated in the USA during the Cold War, evading the FBI and CIA for 19 years. In this interview, Jack shares insights into KGB espionage training, how he infiltrated the USA, and the events leading to his eventual capture by the FBI. His story offers a rare glimpse into Cold War espionage and the methods spies used to evade detection.
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Timestamps
00:00 Intro
00:49 KGB Espionage Training
22:50 How KGB Spies Communicated
33:51 Why no Weapons Training
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2024-12-292h 10
Michael &"I Had Two Families To Lie To" Michael & The Former Spy | Jack BarskyMichael Knowles sits down with Jack Barsky, a former KGB spy who led a double life as both a Soviet agent and an everyday American. Barsky opens up about the challenges of living with two families, the lies he told to maintain his cover, and the moments that ultimately led to his defection and freedom. From espionage secrets to personal redemption, this conversation dives deep into the world of covert operations and the toll they take on the human spirit. Donât miss this fascinating interview!
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2024-12-271h 49
X | E - Xponential Edge w/ Christian Ray FloresRussian Spy Reveals KGB Secrets - Jack BarskyIn the video Russian Spy Reveals KGB Secrets, Jack Barsky, a former KGB sleeper agent, shares his fascinating story of espionage and eventual defection to the U.S. Here are the key points:
Recruitment by the KGB: Barsky was recruited in East Germany and trained in Moscow, selected for his intelligence, quick thinking, and ability to adapt to unpredictable missions.
KGB's Espionage Strategy: The KGB's goal was not just to gather intelligence, but to have agents embedded in the U.S. to operate discreetly, especially as Cold War tensions led to expulsions of diplomats. Barsky's r...
2024-12-0136 min
The Jack Hopkins Show PodcastFrom KGB Spy to American Dad: Jack Barsky on Espionage, Family, and Cybersecurity in the Modern AgeMeet Jack Barsky, the extraordinary former KGB undercover agent who shares his captivating story of espionage and personal transformation. On the Jack Hopkins Show, we explore Jack's journey from East Germany to a secret life in the United States, living under a stolen identity. Through his narrative, you'll discover the emotional and personal choices that led him to resign from the KGB, including the unexpected bond with his daughter that ultimately changed the course of his life.We also delve into the enigmatic world of KGB recruitment, where mental fortitude and adaptability were prized over physical strength...
2024-11-061h 20
The Everyday Warrior Podcast with Mike SarrailleThe Untold Story of Jack Barsky: From KGB Agent to American CitizenFormer KGB secret agent Jack Barsky shares his gripping journey from espionage to patriotism, revealing the psychological toll of deep undercover work, the courage to leave it behind, and his newfound love for America.Subscribe to The Everyday Warrior Nation:http://www.youtube.com/@EverydayWarriorNationFollow Jack Barsky:https://jackbarsky.com/https://www.instagram.com/jackbarskyofficial/https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackbarsky/Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
2024-10-292h 02
True Spies: Espionage | Investigation | Crime | Murder | Detective | PoliticsTrue Spies: Debriefs - Jack Barsky on a career after the KGBIn this True Spies: Debrief, ex-KGB agent Jack Barsky reveals the lessons his espionage career taught him, which have proved fundamental to his later life. Plus, hear details of life beyond the Iron Curtain, in East Germany, and how Jack came to love being an AmericanFrom SPYSCAPE, the HQ of secrets. A Cup And Nuzzle production. Series producer: Joe Foley. Produced by Morgan Childs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-07-2340 min
Undaunted.Life: A Man's Podcast by Kyle ThompsonJACK BARSKY | Spying on the US as a KGB Agent (Ep. 613)In this episode, we welcome Jack Barsky to the show. He is a former sleeper agent for the KGB, author, and Christian speaker. He spied on the US from 1978 to 1988 at the behest of the Soviet Union. After the Cold War, Barsky became a US counterintelligence agent. He details his life and story in his autobiography Deep Undercover. In this interview, we discuss what it was like growing up under Communist control in East Germany, how Communist ideals where ingrained in him and his classmates starting at a very early age, the process of him being observed and recruited...
2024-06-251h 12
Security without BordersEpisode 8: From Espionage to Expertise: A KGB Agent's Journey With Jack BarskyEmbark on a fascinating journey through the clandestine world of espionage in this captivating episode of Security Without Borders. Jack Barsky, a former KGB agent, joins us once again to share his remarkable story of transformation and redemption. From his covert operations during the Cold War to his transition into a respected security expert, Jack offers unparalleled insights into the mindset of an insider threat. Discover the lessons learned from his unconventional path and uncover strategies for detecting and neutralizing insider threats in today's digital age. Don't miss this riveting conversation that bridges the gap between espionage and expertise.
2024-05-271h 08Security without BordersEpisode 7: Inside the Insider Threat: Understanding the Enemy Within With Jack BarskyIn this compelling episode of Security Without Borders, we delve deep into the intricate world of insider threats. Join us as we uncover the hidden dangers posed by individuals within organizations and explore the motivations behind their actions. Our guest, Jack Barsky, a former KGB agent turned security consultant, offers unique perspectives gleaned from his experiences. From espionage tactics to psychological profiling, we unravel the complexities of identifying and mitigating insider threats. Tune in to gain invaluable insights into safeguarding your organization's most sensitive information.Kevin EvansDerek SmithJack Barsky
2024-05-141h 02
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Promo voor zijn boek 'Deep Undercover' 7 jaar geleden:
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Lang interview, vorig jaar: Jack Barsky: KGB Spy | Lex Fridman Podcast #301
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2024-05-1005 min
Criminal ThoughtsDEEP Undercover (ft. former KGB Spy, Jack Barsky)Jack Barsky is a German-American author, IT specialist and former sleeper agent of the KGB who spied on the United States from 1978 to 1988. Exposed after the Cold War, Barsky became a resource for U.S. counterintelligence agencies and was allowed to remain in the United States.
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2024-03-021h 43
Being Different with Liz DurhamFormer KGB Spy Jack Barsky, Part 2: Losing Faith and Finding GodStep back in time with Liz Durham and former KGB spy Jack Barsky. In part two of their conversation, Jack peels back the layers of his journeyâfrom disillusionment with communism to his unexpected embrace of Christianity.Prepare for some straight talk as Jack shares how his experiences in the US shattered his belief in communism and led him down a path towards faith. As you'll learn, Jack's journey is filled with twists, turns, and hard-earned wisdom.Listen in as Liz and Jack dissect society, government, and the importance of individuality. From government cover-ups to th...
2024-02-2250 minBeing Different with Liz DurhamFormer KGB Spy Jack Barsky, Part 1: From Communism to ChristianityLiz Durham first heard Jack Barsky's story on Jordan Peterson's podcast and she knew she needed to talk to him - but she didn't think in a million years he would ever respond. Jack is the author of "Deep Undercover: My Secret Life and Tangled Allegiances as a KGB Spy in America," and today his story is on Being Different. In part one of this mind-blowing interview, Jack shares his unbelievable life experienceâfrom his days growing up under communist rule in East Germany to his recruitment by the KGB. Yep, you heard that rightâspy life in th...
2024-02-1557 min
The Independent RiotRussian Spies Living Undercover In the US for Decades (Re-Release of Former Soviet Agent Jack Barsky Interview)(Re-Release of KGB Spy Jack Barsky Interview)If youâve ever watched the hit television show The Americans, youâve probably been simultaneously terrified and mesmerized by the concept that a hostile foreign government could successfully plant undercover spies into your friends, your neighbors, your family. Well, it doesn't just make great fiction, it's proven fact.Jack Barsky is a former KGB spy from the "Soviet illegals" program. Under orders and training from the most clandestine division of Russian intelligence, Jack left East Germany in his 20s to successfully infiltrate the United States with the inte...
2024-01-291h 44
The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast412. True Stories From a Soviet Spy | Jack BarskyDr. Jordan B. Peterson speaks with ex-KGB spy, author, and podcaster, Jack Barsky. They discuss Jackâs upbringing under the communist utopian dream, following the motivating sentiment of âfreedom for the oppressed,â how he embedded himself in American society, what brought him into contact with the FBI, and how he was able to walk away.Jack Barsky (born Albrecht Dittrich, Jack being at first an American alias) is a German-American author, IT specialist and former sleeper agent of the KGB. He spied on the United States from 1978 to 1988, and was exposed after the Cold War. Barsky then became...
2024-01-081h 40
The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast412. True Stories From a Soviet Spy | Jack BarskyDr. Jordan B. Peterson speaks with ex-KGB spy, author, and podcaster, Jack Barsky. They discuss Jackâs upbringing under the communist utopian dream, following the motivating sentiment of âfreedom for the oppressed,â how he embedded himself in American society, what brought him into contact with the FBI, and how he was able to walk away.Jack Barsky (born Albrecht Dittrich, Jack being at first an American alias) is a German-American author, IT specialist and former sleeper agent of the KGB. He spied on the United States from 1978 to 1988, and was exposed after the Cold War. Barsky then became a resource for U...
2024-01-081h 38
No LimitationsThe Spy Who Didnât Come Home â Special Edition | Jack BarskyIn a special unredacted edition of Episode 115 of the No Limitations podcast The Spy Who Didnât Come Home, Blenheim Partnersâ Gregory Robinson speaks with Jack Barsky, a former agent of the KGB, the foreign intelligence and domestic security agency of the Soviet Union.  In a fascinating and revealing discussion, Jack shows us both sides of the Iron Curtain as we delve into the world of espionage. We uncover his story from his beginnings as a high-achieving student recruited by the KGB through the East German Stasi, trained in Moscow and eventually inserted into the United S...
2023-12-193h 24
Do You Ever Wonder...The Hallmark Abstract Service PodcastJack Barsky - Do You Ever Wonder About The Life Of A Former Soviet KGB Agent?Meet Jack Barsky...Former Soviet Union KGB Spy Turned American Citizen!In the 1970s and 1980s, the world was a dangerous place.Fast forward to 2023 and the world remains a dangerous place that feels like it is on fire!In this episode of Do You Ever Wonder history meets current events...Do You Ever Wonder welcomes Jack Barsky who was born in East Germany, recruited by and served for 10 years as an elite KGB spy in the United States living in the shadows, and was called back but because of the...
2023-12-0843 min
Game of Crimes125: Part 2: Jack Barsky Lives Deep Undercover as a KGB Spy in AmericaFrom behind the Iron Curtain, Jack Barsky (not his original name) went from living in communism to operating inside capitalism against the main enemy of the Soviet Unionâthe United States of America. He was recruited by the KGB and spent five years being trained before coming to the USA and spying for the next ten years as an illegal rezident. Eventually, he âresignedâ from the KGB and thought he had put his covert past behind him until the FBI showed up one day.
According to his website JackBarksy.com, â Jack is a law-abiding patriotic American citizen who is takin...
2023-12-051h 20Game of Crimes125: Part 1: Jack Barsky Lives Deep Undercover as a KGB Spy in AmericaFrom behind the Iron Curtain, Jack Barsky (not his original name) went from living in communism to operating inside capitalism against the main enemy of the Soviet Unionâthe United States of America. He was recruited by the KGB and spent five years being trained before coming to the USA and spying for the next ten years as an illegal rezident. Eventually, he âresignedâ from the KGB and thought he had put his covert past behind him until the FBI showed up one day.
According to his website JackBarksy.com, â Jack is a law-abiding patriotic American citizen who is takin...
2023-12-041h 25
Silicon Curtain273. Jack Barsky - Russian Sleeper Agents Infiltrated the US - But their Missions were of Limited SuccessIn his extraordinary and unique, life Jack Barsky spent 10 years in the
United States spying for the Russians. But his story began in his
birthplace, East Germany, where he became a chemistry professor and was
eventually recruited by the KGB.
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Jack Barsky was born Albrecht Dittrich, on 18th May 1949. He is a German
American author, IT specialist and infamously a former sleeper agent of
the KGB who spied on the United States from 1978 to 1988. He was
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2023-10-2652 min
Night Dreams Talk Radio Forbidden RealmsKGB SPY REVEALS THE PLAN TO DESTROY AMERICA Jack BarskyJack Barskyâs life marks him as one of a kind. He was born in Germany, became a chemistry professor, was recruited by the KGB, spent 10 years in the United States spying for the Russians, and ended up a United States citizen and information technology executive.Jackâs story was featured in May of 2015 on CBS 60 Minutes. His memoir âDeep Undercoverâ was released in March of 2017. The book has been translated into German, Swedish and Polish. Jack has appeared frequently on US cable stations such as CNN, FOX and MSNBC as well as on foreign TV including in such cou...
2023-10-071h 14Night Dreams Talk Radio Forbidden RealmsKGB SPY REVEALS THE PLAN TO DESTROY AMERICA Jack BarskyJack Barskyâs life marks him as one of a kind. He was born in Germany, became a chemistry professor, was recruited by the KGB, spent 10 years in the United States spying for the Russians, and ended up a United States citizen and information technology executive.Jackâs story was featured in May of 2015 on CBS 60 Minutes. His memoir âDeep Undercoverâ was released in March of 2017. The book has been translated into German, Swedish and Polish. Jack has appeared frequently on US cable stations such as CNN, FOX and MSNBC as well as on foreign TV including in such cou...
2023-10-071h 14
Negotiations Ninja PodcastThe Secret Life of a Spy, Throwback with Jack BarskyEveryone loves a good spy movie, right? The intrigue, the danger, the mysteryâŠitâs fascinating. In this special throwback episode of Negotiations Ninja, we revisit a special conversation with Jack Barsky, who was originally a sleeper agent for the KGB. After being exposed, Jack became an asset for United States intelligence. He shares what undercover life was really like in this episode. Donât miss it!Â
2023-09-2138 min
Global ReconGRP 193-The mind is not a vessel to be filled but a fire to be kindled: A Discussion with former KGB Officer Jack BarskyFor this week's podcast, our guest is a former KGB Officer. Jack Barsky reveals his gripping story from the Cold War era. This episode takes you on a thrilling journey through the clandestine operations of the KGB, exposing the deception, sacrifice, and personal dilemmas faced by those caught in the web of espionage. From Mitrokhin's defection and role as the guardian of KGB's top-secret archives to Barsky's struggle between two worlds, this podcast offers unprecedented insights into the complexities of loyalty and the human toll of espionage. Jack gives his insights on the Ukraine conflict as well.Â
2023-08-091h 45
Millennial's Choice ShowFrom KGB Spy to American Citizen: Jack Barsky's Extraordinary Journey on The Millennials Choice ShowJoin hosts Matthew and Danny Ablakan as they embark on an extraordinary journey with their guest, Jack Barsky, in this captivating episode. Jack shares his riveting life story, starting with his move to Berlin and his unexpected transformation into a spy working for the KGB.Intriguing and gripping, Jack reveals the inner workings of the KGB and the brainwashing techniques he endured during his time as a spy. He takes us on a thrilling ride as he recounts his experiences travelling to West Germany, working outside the law, and living a double life.As the...
2023-06-261h 57
The Goldster Conversations PodcastJack Barsky and Humphrey Hawksley - The Goldster Conversations PodcastJack Barsky grew up in the old East Germany and became a Soviet spy living undercover in the United States. No, this is not the plot of a fictional thriller movie. Jack Barskyâs book Deep Undercover: My Secret Life and Tangled Allegiances as a KGB Spy in America gives us a picture of his austere, but stable childhood in the 1950s in a backward corner of East Germany where summer camps were fun, and the Bible forbidden. Jack was smart and started a career as a university chemistry and maths teacher. Then, he was recruited by the KGB and, in...
2023-05-291h 02
The Mark Drager ShowJack Barsky: From Russia with Deception - Jack Barsky's Life as a KGB Spy Faking an American Identity for YearsA former KGB spy reveals how he faked being an American. Â In this eye-opening episode of "We Do Hard Things," we dive deep into the thrilling world of espionage with Jack Barsky, a former KGB spy who faked being an American for years! Discover the secrets behind his incredible story and learn how he managed to deceive everyone around him. Â Join us as we explore Jack's journey from Russia to the United States, his life undercover, and the challenges he faced along the way. Get ready for a rollercoaster ride of em...
2023-05-111h 06The Mark Drager ShowJack Barsky: From Russia with Deception - Jack Barsky's Life as a KGB Spy Faking an American Identity for YearsA former KGB spy reveals how he faked being an American. Â In this eye-opening episode of "We Do Hard Things," we dive deep into the thrilling world of espionage with Jack Barsky, a former KGB spy who faked being an American for years! Discover the secrets behind his incredible story and learn how he managed to deceive everyone around him. Â Join us as we explore Jack's journey from Russia to the United States, his life undercover, and the challenges he faced along the way. Get ready for a rollercoaster ride of em...
2023-05-111h 06
Growing Up with Delia BurgessEp. 49 - Jack Barsky: ex KGB spyJack Barsky was born Albrecht Dittrich in East Germany, 1949. Whilst at uni he joined the KGB and was sent to the US as a spy from 1978 to 1988. He was eventually exposed after the Cold War.
After his story became public Jack published 'Deep Undercover: My Secret Life and Tangled Allegiances as a KGB Spy'
2023-04-253h 37
Tech Whisperers: Inside the Playbooks of the Best Digital LeadersFrom KGB Spy to Powerhouse CIO and American Citizen: Jack Barskyâs StoryHow does someone go from being a KGB spy and one of the most wanted men in America to becoming a fully-fledged American citizen and a top-notch CIO? Jack Barsky, author of Deep Undercover: My Secret Life and Tangled Allegiances as a KGB Spy in America, joins Dan to talk about his incredible journey and the best leadership principles he has picked up along the wayWe discuss:Jackâs experience as a KGB spyHow Jack left the KGBBest practices for professional networking Advice for leaders joining a new organizationFeaturing audience questions from:
2023-04-0555 min
Truth Changes EverythingRebroadcast: Jack BarskyDuring the Cold War, Russia's secret police gave Jack Barsky his name and his secret mission--to infiltrate the United States at its highest levels. How did he escape their control, and where is America vulnerable to foreign espionage today? Find Jack Barsky and his book Deep Undercover https://jackbarsky.com/ The Dr. Jeff Show on YouTube Summit Ministries Summit Student Conferences Reflect: Christian worldview commentaries on popular movies and songs
2023-02-0938 minTruth Changes EverythingRebroadcast: Jack BarskyDuring the Cold War, Russia's secret police gave Jack Barsky his name and his secret mission--to infiltrate the United States at its highest levels. How did he escape their control, and where is America vulnerable to foreign espionage today? Find Jack Barsky and his book Deep Undercover https://jackbarsky.com/ The Dr. Jeff Show on YouTube Summit Ministries Summit Student Conferences Reflect: Christian worldview commentaries on popular movies and songs
2023-02-0938 min
Shaping OpinionJack Barsky: Undercover KGB Agent in AmericaFormer Soviet KGB undercover spy Jack Barsky joins Tim to tell his story, and his long journey from Soviet Cold War operative to American citizen. Jack spent ten years in America as an undercover agent for the Soviet Union at the height of the Cold War. Heâs the author of a book called, âDeep Under Cover: My Secret Life & Tangled Allegiances as a KGB Spy in America.â And heâs the subject of the podcast called The Agent.https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/shapingopinion/Jack_Barsky_KGB_Final_auphonic.mp3To get a fu...
2023-01-231h 44
SNAFU with Ed HelmsBONUS: Inside the KGB with Jack BarskyBonus Episode â Ed speaks with former sleeper agent for the KGB, Jack Barsky. Together, they recount Jackâs life trajectory from super spy to American author, and discuss the Soviet paranoia permeating throughout the Soviet ranks during the high-intensity of Able Archer â83. Produced by FilmNation and Pacific Electric Picture Co. in association with Gilded Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-12-0739 min
Godspeak Calvary ChapelJack Barsky | From KGB To Christ | Liberty Station Ep 144Jack Barsky, former KGB Operative, joins Bryce Eddy to discuss his life as a spy in America and his experience with Christ that led him to Christianity.To get a FREE info kit on diversifying and protecting your savings with precious metals in a TAX-SHELTERED account text LIBERTY to 989898.Use discount code LIBERTY @ https://www.goodranchers.com to receive $30 off your purchase PLUS FREE Express Shipping.Visit https://www.devotedcapital.com or dial 805-372-0821 to learn more about value-based investing with Devoted Capital today!Go to https://www.patriotmobile.com...
2022-10-191h 00
The Bryce Eddy ShowJack Barsky | From KGB To Christ | Liberty Station Ep 144Jack Barsky, former KGB Operative, joins Bryce Eddy to discuss his life as a spy in America and his experience with Christ that led him to Christianity. To get a FREE info kit on diversifying and protecting your savings with precious metals in a TAX-SHELTERED account text LIBERTY to 989898. Use discount code LIBERTY @ https://www.goodranchers.com to receive $30 off your purchase PLUS FREE Express Shipping. Visit https://www.devotedcapital.com or dial 805-372-0821 to learn more about value-based investing with Devoted Capital today! Go to https://www.patriotmobile.com/liber...
2022-10-181h 00The Bryce Eddy ShowJack Barsky | From KGB To Christ | Liberty Station Ep 144Jack Barsky, former KGB Operative, joins Bryce Eddy to discuss his life as a spy in America and his experience with Christ that led him to Christianity. To get a FREE info kit on diversifying and protecting your savings with precious metals in a TAX-SHELTERED account text LIBERTY to 989898. Use discount code LIBERTY @ https://www.goodranchers.com to receive $30 off your purchase PLUS FREE Express Shipping. Visit https://www.devotedcapital.com or dial 805-372-0821 to learn more about value-based investing with Devoted Capital today! Go to https://www.patriotmobile.com/liber...
2022-10-181h 00
The Neha Anwar PodcastEpisode 10: Jack Barsky, Former KGB agent who spied on the United StatesJack Barsky, is a German-American author, IT specialist and former sleeper agent of the KGB who spied on the United States from 1978 to 1988. Jack was recruited by the KGB and infiltrated into the US where he spent ten years spying for the Soviet Union. Exposed after the Cold War, Barsky became a resource for U.S. counterintelligence agencies and was allowed to remain in the United States. His autobiography, Deep Undercover, was published in 2017, where Jack speaks about his humble beginning in the most backward corner of old East Germany.
2022-09-021h 47
SCG ChurchFrom KGB To Christianity | Jack Barsky | SCG Church Service August 14th, 2022Guest Speaker: Jack Barsky
2022-08-1443 min
Keep TalkingEpisode 55: Jack Barsky - A Spy Among UsJack Barsky is a former KGB spy who worked undercover in the United States for ten years, from 1978 to 1988. During our conversation, Jack talks about his early life in East Germany, being selected for espionage by the Soviet government, his prior commitment to and belief in Communism, his impression of the United States and its people upon entering the U.S., his objectives as a spy, his experience living in America, the flaws and dangers of utopianism, and the KGB experience of one of his contemporaries, Vladimir Putin.Jack is now a U.S. citizen, and his...
2022-08-011h 20
Lex Fridman Podcast#301 â Jack Barsky: KGB SpyJack Barsky is a former KGB spy and author of âDeep Undercover: My Secret Life and Tangled Allegiances as a KGB Spy in Americaâ. Please support this podcast by checking out our sponsors:
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2022-07-093h 43
The Chris Naugle ShowEx - KGB Agent's life in the U.S. | Jack BarskyToday's Guest - Jack BarskyJack was recruited by the KGB and infiltrated into the US where he spent ten years spying for the Soviet Union. He âresignedâ from the KGB and was eventually discovered by the FBI. Today, Jack is a law abiding patriotic American citizen who is taking advantage of one last chance to live a normal life.Follow along Jackâs Podcast Documentary Limited Series called The Agent 12 Part Series on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-agent/id1587714169The Agent is the remarkable true story of Jack Barsky, the lo...
2022-04-151h 00
UnstructuredKGB Spy Jack Barsky Infiltrated the US for YearsJack Barsky was a deep undercover spy for the KGB who remained undetected for 16 years! He may never have been identified had it not been for a unique cover name and another defector.
Jack Barsky, born in East Berlin 4 years after the end of World War II took an amazing life's journey from becoming a college professor to being recruited by the KGB. His assignment? Infiltrate and live in the United States as a spy under our noses. He was to build his identity, grow rich, and then do serious damage to the US. Fortunately, things took...
2022-04-131h 05Negotiations Ninja PodcastJack Barsky: A KGB Sleeper Agentâs Undercover LifeJack Barskyâborn Albrecht Dittrichâwas a sleeper agent for the KGB, operating in the United States from 1978 to 1988. He was exposed after the Cold War, after which he became a resource for US counterintelligence agencies who allowed him to remain in the United States. What was life like as a sleeper agent? How did Jack employ persuasion and influence to gather intel for the KGB? What ultimately led him to part ways with the Soviet Union? Jack shares his fascinating life story with me in this episode of Negotiations Ninja. Do NOT miss it. Outline of This...
2022-04-1139 min
Truth, Lies and Coverups with Traci BrownThe Spy Among Us with Jack BarskyThere are spies among us, watching our every move and reporting back to Russia. They look and act just like Americans. But they're using secret back channels of communication to send code about intelligence, surveillance missions and cash drops. Jack Barsky was one of them. He details his undercover KGB career in the US from start to being caught by the FBI. He'll reveal the truth about what spies really do. This is the stuff movies are made of.
2022-03-301h 03
Spies Like Us#18 - How to Defeat Putin - Part II w/ Jack BarskyWe continue our discussion with former KGB operative Jack Barsky, who shares his thoughts on how to combat Vladimir Putin.[FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA]TWITTER: https://twitter.com/SpiesPodINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/spiespod/*message us with ideas for topics you want to see us discuss![WATCH OUR TV SHOW on the CRIME & CONSPIRACY NETWORK]WATCH TV SHOW: https://solo.to/spieslikeusWatch Spies Like Us tv show on-demand on the Crime and Conspiracy Network via iOS, Android, Google Play, Amazon Appstore, ROKU, VIZIO, and...
2022-03-3042 min
Danny Jones Podcast#130 - Former Russian Spy Exposes Nuclear Secrets | Jack BarskyJack Barsky is a former KGB Russian sleeper who spied on America for a decade. help us make more money: https://bit.ly/koncretepatreon sponsors https://masterworks.io - Go to masterworks dot io and use promo code: Koncrete https://liquiddeath.com - Â Use code KONCRETE at checkout to get a free koozie 2-pack with a 12-pack purchase. danny https://www.instagram.com/jonesdanny https://twitter.com/jonesdanny Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2022-03-281h 44Spies Like Us#17 - What is Putin Thinking? - Part I w/ Jack BarskyFormer KGB Operative Jack Barsky returns to the show to discuss how the KGB shaped Vladimir Putin into the man he is today, and shares what he thinks is going through Putinâs mind as Ukrainians fight back.[FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA]TWITTER: https://twitter.com/SpiesPodINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/spiespod/*message us with ideas for topics you want to see us discuss![WATCH OUR TV SHOW on the CRIME & CONSPIRACY NETWORK]WATCH TV SHOW: https://solo.to/spieslikeusWatch Spies Like Us tv sh...
2022-03-2340 min
PBD PodcastFormer KGB Official: Jack Barsky| PBD Podcast | EP 130In this episode, Patrick Bet-David is joined by Adam Sosnick and former KGB officer Jack Barsky to discuss the Russia Ukraine conflict, Immigration, Putin's health, gas prices and much more...
TOPICS
Whats really going on in Ukraine
The REAL history of Russia and Ukraine
Putin's next moves
Do Immigrants love America more than natural born citizens?
Dictatorship in America
'If he doesn't find an off ramp, He's done' - Jack Barsky on Vladimir Putin
Where do Putin's loyalties lie?
American energy independence
Does Vladimir Putin have cancer?
Russian SpiesÂ
Are NGO's cover for spy organizations?Â
How do...
2022-03-091h 45The Independent RiotA True Tale of Russian Espionage (Former KGB Spy Jack Barsky Interview)If youâve ever watched the hit television show The Americans, youâve probably been simultaneously terrified and mesmerized by the concept that a hostile foreign government could successfully plant undercover spies into your friends, your neighbors, your family. Well, it doesn't just make great fiction, it's proven fact.Jack Barsky is a former KGB spy from the "Soviet illegals" program. Under orders and training from the most clandestine division of Russian intelligence, Jack left East Germany in his 20s to successfully infiltrate the United States with the intent to bring about our end. Jack lived, worked, and...
2022-02-261h 44
Spontaneous Moments of ConversationDeep Undercover as a KGB Spy in America - Jack BarskyJack Barsky is a former sleeper agent of the KGB who spied on the United States from 1978 to 1988. This was one of the most remarkable conversations I've ever had about one of the most volatile times in US history. Jack reveals how he became a spy for Russia in the United States as well as what made him decide to stop. The answer will surprise you! Jack's book Deep Undercover is a must read about his remarkable life. You can learn more about Jack Barsky at https://jackbarsky.com/
2022-02-1152 min
schlomo trifftDas geheime und verworrene Leben des deutschen Ex-KGB- und FBI-Spions Jack Barsky in AmerikaAm 8. Oktober 1978 passiert der Kanadier William Dyson am Flughafen in Chicago ohne Probleme die Einreisekontrollen der Vereinigten Staaten von Amerika. Zwei Tage spÀter hört er auf zu existieren, zumindest was seine bisherige IdentitÀt betrifft. Das Hotel, in das William Dyson eingecheckt hat, verlÀsst er als Jack Barsky.
Was sich anhört und liest wie ein Krimi ist tatsÀchlich einer. Und zugleich auch wieder nicht.
Den Kanadier William Dyson gibt es im realen Leben gar nicht, und Jack Philip Barsky, ein jĂŒdisches Kind, ist im Alter von 11 Jahren am 7. September 1955 bereits verstorben.
Abe...
2021-12-3138 min
Your Round PodcastEx-KGB Spy on Being A Soviet Sleeper Agent in the US - Your Round Podcast #28 - Jack BarskyJack Barsky tells us his incredible story about being a young man recruited into the KGB to spy on the west in Germany & America, and his eventual work helping the CIA & FBI.
2021-12-291h 29Spies Like Us#3 - I Was a KGB Spy in America w/ Jack BarskyHollywood writers have nothing on the real-life spy story of KGB agent turned American citizen Jack Barsky. On this episode Jack joins us to discuss how his upbringing in communist Germany shaped his anti-America beliefs, the training he underwent to go undercover in America, what the KGB thought of President Reagan, and how he was able to live in America posing as a citizen for nearly 20 years without being discovered. Ultimately becoming an ally and asset for the FBI and living as a proud American citizen today. [FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA]TWITTER: https://twitter.com...
2021-12-151h 01
Cops and Writers Podcast044 KGB Secret Agent Jack Barsky, Spying In America During The Cold War (Part Two)Send us a textWelcome back for episode two of KGB Secret Agent Jack Barsky, spying in America during The Cold War! Check out episode 43 of the Cops and Writers Podcast with Jack Barsky (Part One) Jack takes us deeper into spying on America during the cold war as a KGB agent and gives us insight into what a typical day of a spy who is living a double life in America was like. Jack also gives us a look into his life post-spy where he is...
2021-12-061h 13
Cops and Writers Podcast043 KGB Secret Agent Jack Barsky, Spying In America During The Cold War (Part One)Send us a textI have a treat for you guys today! On todayâs show, we have former KGB Agent Jack Barsky. This is part one of a two-part episode; part two will air on December 5, 2021. Jack was a KGB agent who was embedded in the United States as a spy for the Soviet Union during the height of the cold war. Jack was illegally inserted and assimilated into the United States carrying out covert missions as a KGB agent while keeping his cover as a bicycle delivery boy, college student, and eventually com...
2021-11-2956 min
2021-09-2050 min
SPYCRAFT 10110. An Ex-KGB Spy in America with Jack Barsky and Chelsea DittrichIn this episode, Jack Barsky tells of his time working against the US as a KGB spy. From dangerous situations and being followed by the FBI to the lie he told to 'retire' from the KGB, hear about Jack's work firsthand. His daughter, Chelsea, shares a unique perspective on what it's like to be a 'spy kid' in the real world.Chelsea's documentary: https://play.aetv.com/specials/the-spy-who-raised-me/full-specialConnect with Spycraft 101:IG: @spycraft101Patreon: Spycraft 101Support the show
2021-07-191h 07
eX-skepticKGB Agent Finds God â Jack Barskyâs storyRaised in a godless communistic world, former KGB agent and undercover spy Jack Barsky found God when he was least expecting it.
To learn more about Jack and his story, visit: www.jackbarsky.com Or read Jackâs book Deep Undercover: My Secret Life and Tangled Allegiances as a KGB Spy in America
Episode Transcript
Hello, and thanks for joining in. Iâm Jana Harmon, and youâre listening to the Side B Podcast, where we listen to the other side. No matter who you are, if thereâs something common to all of us, it...
2021-05-1400 min
Truth Changes EverythingJack Barsky Ex KGB AgentDuring the Cold War, Russia's secret police gave Jack Barsky his name and his secret mission--to infiltrate the United States at its highest levels. How did he escape their control, and where is America vulnerable to foreign espionage today? Â Listen to every episode of the Dr. Jeff Show wherever you listen to podcasts. Â Find Jack Barsky and his book Deep Undercover https://jackbarsky.com/Â Â More episodes of the Dr. Jeff Show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...â Â More about Summit Ministries: https...
2021-05-1138 minTruth Changes EverythingJack Barsky Ex KGB AgentDuring the Cold War, Russia's secret police gave Jack Barsky his name and his secret mission--to infiltrate the United States at its highest levels. How did he escape their control, and where is America vulnerable to foreign espionage today? Â Listen to every episode of the Dr. Jeff Show wherever you listen to podcasts. Â Find Jack Barsky and his book Deep Undercover https://jackbarsky.com/Â Â More episodes of the Dr. Jeff Show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...â Â More about Summit Ministries: https...
2021-05-1138 min
SpyCastSo, A KGB Spy & A Navy Intel Guy Walk Into a BarâŠJack Barsky & Keith MahoneyThe door to the walk-in cooler slammed shut behind Jack Barsky. This is it, he thought, this is how it all ends â in a restaurant in the Deep South at the hands of a crazy Irish-American eight inches shorter than me. âHe said he was taking me through a secret passage to a speakeasy.â But it was not the end that day in Atlanta, 30 years after the Cold Warâs end, but a new beginning. The residual fear felt by the former deep-cover KGB illegal soon dissipated and a new friendship was born over drinks. We ended up, âat a very sma...
2021-02-1654 min
Real Talk: The Charles Mizrahi ShowA Life of Espionage - Jack BarskySubscribe to Charles' Alpha Investor newsletter today: https://pro.banyanhill.com/m/2054150Jack Barsky â chemist, linguist, computer programmer ⊠spy. The former KGB agent lived under cover in the United States for decades before being found out by the FBI. Now, heâs sharing his story â his childhood in East Germany, his life of espionage, his turn from communism and everything in between â with host Charles Mizrahi. Topics Discussed:An Introduction to Jack Barsky (00:00:22)Recruited by the KGB (00:07:04)Becoming an American (00:15:06)Undercover Life (00:23:44)A Communist in a Capitalist World (00:33:38)Baruch & Beyond (00:37:53)A Strong Warning (00:43:25)Found by the FBI...
2021-01-141h 01
Rotaract TalksMy life after the KGB, Rotaract Talks meets Jack BarskyThis week Rotaract Talks speaks with Jack Barsky, a former KGB agent who served in the USA from 1978 to 1988. His story is absolutely unique and in this interview we complete his journey in America. What happens when the FBI comes knocking and you're a retired KGB spy?Jack's book.Rotaract Talks is a project by Rotaract Sweden.Please remember to like, subscribe, and share this podcast with your friends and fellow Rotaract and Rotary members. If you want to support the podcast, please consider doing so on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/rotaracttalks
2020-12-1729 min
Rotaract TalksMy life as a KGB agent, Rotaract Talks meets Jack BarskyThis week Rotaract Talks speaks with Jack Barsky, a former KGB agent who served in the USA from 1978 to 1988. His story is absolutely unique and in this interview we begin his journey in East Germany, a path that will leave him on a solo mission behind the iron curtain. Jack's book.Rotaract Talks is a project by Rotaract Sweden.Please remember to like, subscribe, and share this podcast with your friends and fellow Rotaract and Rotary members. If you want to support the podcast, please consider doing so on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com...
2020-12-0336 min
Nadia Speaks...Nadia Bilchik + Jack BarskyListen to my fascinating conversation with Jack Barsky, author of Deep Under Cover, and former KGB.
2020-08-0622 min
UnstructuredDeep Undercover KGB Spy Jack Barsky.Jack Barsky, born in East Berlin 4 years after the end of World War II took an amazing life's journey from becoming a college professor to being recruited by the KGB. His assignment? Infiltrate and live in the United States as a spy under our noses. He was to build his identity, grow rich, and then do serious damage to the US. Fortunately, things took a very sharp turn and Jack is now very much a proud American citizen.Â
In this interview, we dig a little beyond just the mechanics of being a spy in our midst. We e...
2020-01-0759 min
The Jordan Harbinger Show286: Jack Barsky | Deep Undercover with a KGB Spy in America Part TwoJack Barsky (@DeepCoverBarsky) joins us to discuss his book Deep Undercover: My Secret Life and Tangled Allegiances as a KGB Spy in America. This is part two of a two-part episode; part one can be found here!
What We Discuss with Jack Barsky:
We continue Jack Barsky's story that began in episode 285. Make sure you start there!
How Jack handled a double life -- complete with two families.
Why the once-powerful allure of Soviet-style communism began to wane over time for Jack.
Why Jack decided to stay in the United States and become a "real" American.
...
2019-12-0550 minThe Jordan Harbinger Show285: Jack Barsky | Deep Undercover with a KGB Spy in America Part OneJack Barsky (@DeepCoverBarsky) joins us to discuss his book Deep Undercover: My Secret Life and Tangled Allegiances as a KGB Spy in America. This is part one of a two-part episode; part two airs later this week!
What We Discuss with Jack Barsky:
What Jack Barsky's childhood was like in postwar East Germany.
The stickiness of Soviet-style communist ideology and how it appealed to young people on Jack's side of the Iron Curtain.
How spies were recruited and trained during the Cold War.
What skills Jack used to assimilate seamlessly into American culture.
Why caution is...
2019-12-0354 min
Security Clearance Careers PodcastTodayâs Threats and Recovering from Life as a KGB Spy: A Conversation with Jack Barsky (Part II)When he was a sleeper agent in New York City working for the KGB, Jack Barsky knew the threats that America posed to Communism and himself on a daily basis. He writes about the Soviet fears of Ronald Reagan in his 2017 book Deep Undercover.Now, a U.S. citizen whoâs lived in America for most of his life, he sees mounting threats against the nation that many Americans do not recognize. He also discusses adjusting to regular life after decades of living in secret. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2019-04-0415 minSecurity Clearance Careers PodcastThe Making of a KGB Spy: A Conversation with Jack Barsky (Part I)After appearing on 60 Minutes and news outlets around the world, ex-KGB spy Jack Barsky detailed his experiences in his recent book, Deep Undercover. He was kind enough to speak with ClearanceJobs to reflect on his upbringing in East Germany, his career in espionage, todayâs threats against America, and how to live in the aftermath of a life lived in secret. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2019-04-0429 min
The Live DropFormer KGB Jack Barsky Comes Clean About Life UndercoverJack Barsky spied on the US for the KGB from 1978-1988 as part of the Russian Illegals Program. He speaks about the initial sense of adventure that lured him into a career in espionage. Jack reveals the emotional costs of a double life in service to a cause for which he eventually became disillusioned. Recorded earlier this year, Jack reveals what ultimately led him out of the spy life, and the strategies and rationalizations he used to keep a sense of personal authenticity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2018-08-1047 min
Finding Your Summit055: Deep Undercover: Life After Espionage With Former Spy Jack BarskyThe infamous war between the CIA and Russiaâs KGB is well-documented, but which of these events are fact, and which ones are simply embellished? Following over ten years of clandestine operations for the KGB, Jack Barsky is finally ready to tell all in his hotly-anticipated book, âDeep Undercoverâ. Born in East Germany, Jack was later recruited by Stasi, the East German police, to be brought up into the whole KGB program. His mission was to come to New York City, to do whatever it takes to influence political groups â even if it meant spying on Jimmy Carter's National Security Advisor...
2018-06-2240 min
The Art of Charm635: Jack Barsky | Deep Undercover Pt. 2Jack Barsky (@DeepCoverBarsky) joins us to discuss his book Deep Undercover: My Secret Life and Tangled Allegiances as a KGB Spy in America. This is part two of a two-part episode; listen to part one here! The Cheat Sheet: We continue Jack Barsky's story that began in episode 633. Make sure you start there! How Jack handled a double life -- complete with two families. Why the once-powerful allure of Soviet-style communism began to wane over time for Jack. Why Jack decided to stay in the United States and become a "real" American. How Jack shook his KGB handlers. And...
2017-07-1849 min
The Art of Charm633: Jack Barsky | Deep Undercover Pt. 1Jack Barsky (@DeepCoverBarsky) joins us to discuss his book Deep Undercover: My Secret Life and Tangled Allegiances as a KGB Spy in America. This is part one of a two-part episode; stay tuned for the second installment next Monday! "The only advice I can give young people is the following: 'It always takes longer, and it always costs more.'" -Jack Barsky The Cheat Sheet: What Jack Barsky's childhood was like in postwar East Germany. The stickiness of Soviet-style communist ideology and how it appealed to young people on Jack's side of the Iron Curtain. How spies were recruited...
2017-07-1147 min