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Leaders and Their Stories
Jack Barsky From KGB Spy to Fortune 500 Business Mentor
From Communist spy to corporate executive—this isn't fiction. In this episode of Leaders and Their Stories, host Richard Lowe sits down with Jack Barsky, a former KGB deep-cover agent who spent 10 years undercover in America before choosing love over loyalty and quitting the spy game. Drawing on his unique background from East German Communist training to American corporate boardrooms, Jack reveals the surprising leadership lessons that work in both espionage and business.You'll learn:Why trust is the #1 ingredient in both spying and leadershipHow to read people in under 5 minutes (a survival sk...
2025-08-05
27 min
Leadership BITES
The Life of a Spy: Jack Barsky's Journey
Jack 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...
2025-08-03
2h 42
Stories of Us | PragerU
Jack Barsky: Insights from a KGB Spy | Stories of Us
Jack 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 PragerU’s Stories of Us, Jack shares how he escaped the KGB, found faith in Christianity, and why he believes America’s fight for freedom is worth defending. Get all our content ad-free on PragerU.com or download the PragerU app: https://l.prageru.com/4...
2025-06-24
11 min
Real Talk with Marissa Streit
Why KGB Spy Jack Barsky Risked His Life to Stay in the United States
Jack 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 citizen—all 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. Follow Marissa on social: https://www.instagram.co...
2025-05-28
1h 00
The Entropy Podcast
From KGB Spy to Corporate Success with Jack Barsky
In 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...
2025-04-25
48 min
Mindset: Lessons from the Field
Jack Barsky – From KGB Spy to American Mentor | Mindset #62
He 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 decision—to 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 purpose—you won...
2025-04-09
55 min
The Hardy Brain
Unlock KGB Mind Hacks: Secrets of Influence, Deception & Fearlessness | Jack Barsky
Unlock KGB-Level Influence & Mental Toughness! 🤫💥 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 📖 Master persuasion (ethically... or not?) 😉 Develop fearless confidence 💪 Spot BS instantly 💩 Get inside the mind of a spy on The Hardy Brain podcast! 🧠 Find Jack @https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackbarsky/ @https://jackbarsky.com/ ➡️ Follow & Subscribe to The Hardy Brain – Your dose of brain-bending insights! #HardyBrain #JackBarsky #Spycology #Influence #Persuasion #PsychologyHacks #LeadershipSecrets #KGB #Podcast
2025-03-27
36 min
Connect: Connecting the Bible to Life with Cole Phillips
From Communism to Christ: Jack Barsky’s Story of Grace
Join 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 journey—from 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...
2025-03-26
1h 06
The Spy Who
The Spies Who Invaded Suburbia | Former illegal spy Jack Barsky on years undercover
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 ht...
2025-03-18
40 min
DEVIANT
Ex-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...
2025-03-07
1h 08
Dalton Fischer Podcast
Ex-KGB Agent: Brainwashing Tactics, Russian Special Forces, Putin | Jack Barsky
TIMESTAMPS 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 (that’s over 40% off) with promo DALTON at shopmando.com - Qualialife.com/DALTON for up t...
2025-01-26
5h 09
Piers Morgan Uncensored
Jack Barsky On Lies, Sex and Spying | Real KGB Agent
Many 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...
2024-12-31
1h 02
Reed Morin Show
Ex-KGB Spy Reveals Espionage Training, FBI Pursuit, and CIA Secrets | Jack Barsky
Jack 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. Support Jack: https://jackbarsky.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/reedmorinshow/membership #podcast #spy #cia #military #reedmorinshow Timestamps 00:00 Intro 00:49 KGB Espionage Training 22:50 How KGB Spies Communicated 33:51 Why no Weapons Training 36:38...
2024-12-29
2h 10
Michael &
"I Had Two Families To Lie To" Michael & The Former Spy | Jack Barsky
Michael 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. Don’t miss this fascinating interview! - - - To...
2024-12-27
1h 49
X | E - Xponential Edge w/ Christian Ray Flores
Russian Spy Reveals KGB Secrets - Jack Barsky
In 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...
2024-12-01
36 min
The Jack Hopkins Show Podcast
From KGB Spy to American Dad: Jack Barsky on Espionage, Family, and Cybersecurity in the Modern Age
Meet 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...
2024-11-06
1h 20
The Everyday Warrior Podcast with Mike Sarraille
The Untold Story of Jack Barsky: From KGB Agent to American Citizen
Former 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
2024-10-29
2h 02
True Spies: Espionage | Investigation | Crime | Murder | Detective | Politics
True Spies: Debriefs - Jack Barsky on a career after the KGB
In 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
2024-07-23
40 min
Undaunted.Life: A Man's Podcast by Kyle Thompson
JACK 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...
2024-06-25
1h 12
UnIntelligence
UnIntelligence Ep9: A Conversation with Jack Barsky
Join hosts Dave Holder and Ryan Rambo on UnIntelligence: The Corporate Counterintelligence Podcast as they dive into the enigmatic world of espionage with former KGB spy, Jack Barsky. In this episode, Jack shares his extraordinary journey from East Germany to the United States, where he lived undercover for decades. Explore the nuances of corporate counterintelligence and the challenges of detecting espionage in modern organizations. Jack discusses his training, the psychological intricacies of living a double life, and how he navigated the complexities of corporate America to become a Chief Information Officer. Don’t miss this un...
2024-06-08
1h 35
Security without Borders
Episode 8: From Espionage to Expertise: A KGB Agent's Journey With Jack Barsky
Embark 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.
2024-05-27
1h 08
Security without Borders
Episode 7: Inside the Insider Threat: Understanding the Enemy Within With Jack Barsky
In 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
2024-05-14
1h 02
Daily Minutes PS
Jack Barsky, KGB-spion. Deel 3 (177)
Jack Barsky, KGB-spion. Deel 3 (177) Promo voor zijn boek 'Deep Undercover' 7 jaar geleden: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MXu5cK5q-Z8 Lang interview, vorig jaar: Jack Barsky: KGB Spy | Lex Fridman Podcast #301 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dSVLjAdo8UA
2024-05-10
05 min
Criminal Thoughts
DEEP 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. Follow me for more at: www.thebrettjohnsonshow.com
2024-03-02
1h 43
Being Different with Liz Durham
Former KGB Spy Jack Barsky, Part 2: Losing Faith and Finding God
Step 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 journey—from 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...
2024-02-22
50 min
Being Different with Liz Durham
Former KGB Spy Jack Barsky, Part 1: From Communism to Christianity
Liz 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 experience—from his days growing up under communist rule in East Germany to his recruitment by the KGB. Yep, you heard that right—spy life in th...
2024-02-15
57 min
The Independent Riot
Russian 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 you’ve ever watched the hit television show The Americans, you’ve 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...
2024-01-29
1h 44
The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast
412. True Stories From a Soviet Spy | Jack Barsky
Dr. Jordan B. Peterson speaks with ex-KGB spy, author, and podcaster, Jack Barsky. They discuss Jack’s upbringing under the communist utopian dream, following the motivating sentiment of “freedom for the oppressed,” 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...
2024-01-08
1h 40
The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast
412. True Stories From a Soviet Spy | Jack Barsky
Dr. Jordan B. Peterson speaks with ex-KGB spy, author, and podcaster, Jack Barsky. They discuss Jack’s upbringing under the communist utopian dream, following the motivating sentiment of “freedom for the oppressed,” 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...
2024-01-08
1h 38
No Limitations
The Spy Who Didn’t Come Home – Special Edition | Jack Barsky
In a special unredacted edition of Episode 115 of the No Limitations podcast The Spy Who Didn’t Come Home, Blenheim Partners’ 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...
2023-12-19
3h 24
Do You Ever Wonder...The Hallmark Abstract Service Podcast
Jack 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...
2023-12-08
43 min
Game of Crimes
125: Part 2: Jack Barsky Lives Deep Undercover as a KGB Spy in America
From 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 Union—the 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 ‘resigned’ 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, “ Jack is a law-abiding patriotic American citizen who is takin...
2023-12-05
1h 20
Game of Crimes
125: Part 1: Jack Barsky Lives Deep Undercover as a KGB Spy in America
From 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 Union—the 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 ‘resigned’ 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, “ Jack is a law-abiding patriotic American citizen who is takin...
2023-12-04
1h 25
Silicon Curtain
273. Jack Barsky - Russian Sleeper Agents Infiltrated the US - But their Missions were of Limited Success
In 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. ---------- SUPPORT THE CHANNEL: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtain https://www.patreon.com/siliconcurtain ---------- 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 exposed after the Cold War and became a...
2023-10-26
52 min
Night Dreams Talk Radio With Gary Anderson
KGB SPY REVEALS THE PLAN TO DESTROY AMERICA Jack Barsky
Jack Barsky’s 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.Jack’s story was featured in May of 2015 on CBS 60 Minutes. His memoir “Deep Undercover” 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...
2023-10-07
1h 14
Night Dreams Talk Radio With Gary Anderson
KGB SPY REVEALS THE PLAN TO DESTROY AMERICA Jack Barsky
Jack Barsky’s 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.Jack’s story was featured in May of 2015 on CBS 60 Minutes. His memoir “Deep Undercover” 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...
2023-10-07
1h 14
Negotiations Ninja Podcast
The Secret Life of a Spy, Throwback with Jack Barsky
Everyone loves a good spy movie, right? The intrigue, the danger, the mystery…it’s 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. Don’t miss it!
2023-09-21
38 min
Global Recon
GRP 193-The mind is not a vessel to be filled but a fire to be kindled: A Discussion with former KGB Officer Jack Barsky
For 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.
2023-08-09
1h 45
Millennial's Choice Show
From KGB Spy to American Citizen: Jack Barsky's Extraordinary Journey on The Millennials Choice Show
Join 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...
2023-06-26
1h 57
The Goldster Conversations Podcast
Jack Barsky and Humphrey Hawksley - The Goldster Conversations Podcast
Jack 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 Barsky’s 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...
2023-05-29
1h 02
The Mark Drager Show
Jack Barsky: From Russia with Deception - Jack Barsky's Life as a KGB Spy Faking an American Identity for Years
A former KGB spy reveals how he faked being an American. 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. 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...
2023-05-11
1h 06
The Mark Drager Show
Jack Barsky: From Russia with Deception - Jack Barsky's Life as a KGB Spy Faking an American Identity for Years
A former KGB spy reveals how he faked being an American. 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. 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...
2023-05-11
1h 06
Growing Up with Delia Burgess
Ep. 49 - Jack Barsky: ex KGB spy
Jack 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'
2023-04-25
3h 37
Tech Whisperers: Inside the Playbooks of the Best Digital Leaders
From KGB Spy to Powerhouse CIO and American Citizen: Jack Barsky’s Story
How 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:Jack’s experience as a KGB spyHow Jack left the KGBBest practices for professional networking Advice for leaders joining a new organizationFeaturing audience questions from:
2023-04-05
55 min
Truth Changes Everything
Rebroadcast: Jack Barsky
During 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
2023-02-09
38 min
Truth Changes Everything
Rebroadcast: Jack Barsky
During 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
2023-02-09
38 min
Shaping Opinion
Jack Barsky: Undercover KGB Agent in America
Former 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. He’s the author of a book called, “Deep Under Cover: My Secret Life & Tangled Allegiances as a KGB Spy in America.” And he’s the subject of the podcast called The Agent.https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/shapingopinion/Jack_Barsky_KGB_Final_auphonic.mp3To get a fu...
2023-01-23
1h 44
SNAFU with Ed Helms
BONUS: Inside the KGB with Jack Barsky
Bonus Episode – Ed speaks with former sleeper agent for the KGB, Jack Barsky. Together, they recount Jack’s 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 ‘83. Produced by FilmNation and Pacific Electric Picture Co. in association with Gilded Audio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-12-07
39 min
Godspeak Calvary Chapel
Jack Barsky | From KGB To Christ | Liberty Station Ep 144
Jack 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...
2022-10-19
1h 00
The Bryce Eddy Show
Jack Barsky | From KGB To Christ | Liberty Station Ep 144
Jack 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...
2022-10-18
1h 00
The Bryce Eddy Show
Jack Barsky | From KGB To Christ | Liberty Station Ep 144
Jack 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...
2022-10-18
1h 00
The Neha Anwar Podcast
Episode 10: Jack Barsky, Former KGB agent who spied on the United States
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. 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.
2022-09-02
1h 47
SCG Church
From KGB To Christianity | Jack Barsky | SCG Church Service August 14th, 2022
Guest Speaker: Jack Barsky
2022-08-14
43 min
Keep Talking
Episode 55: Jack Barsky - A Spy Among Us
Jack 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...
2022-08-01
1h 20
The Chris Naugle Show
Ex - KGB Agent's life in the U.S. | Jack Barsky
Today'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 “resigned” 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 Jack’s 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...
2022-04-15
1h 00
Unstructured
KGB Spy Jack Barsky Infiltrated the US for Years
Jack 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...
2022-04-13
1h 05
Negotiations Ninja Podcast
Jack Barsky: A KGB Sleeper Agent’s Undercover Life
Jack Barsky—born Albrecht Dittrich—was 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...
2022-04-11
39 min
Truth, Lies and Coverups with Traci Brown
The Spy Among Us with Jack Barsky
There 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.
2022-03-30
1h 03
Spies Like Us
#18 - How to Defeat Putin - Part II w/ Jack Barsky
We 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...
2022-03-30
42 min
Danny Jones Podcast
#130 - Former Russian Spy Exposes Nuclear Secrets | Jack Barsky
Jack 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 - 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
2022-03-28
1h 44
Spies Like Us
#17 - What is Putin Thinking? - Part I w/ Jack Barsky
Former 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 Putin’s 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...
2022-03-23
40 min
PBD Podcast
Former KGB Official: Jack Barsky| PBD Podcast | EP 130
In 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 Spies Are NGO's cover for spy organizations? How do...
2022-03-09
1h 45
The Independent Riot
A True Tale of Russian Espionage (Former KGB Spy Jack Barsky Interview)
If you’ve ever watched the hit television show The Americans, you’ve 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...
2022-02-26
1h 44
Spontaneous Moments of Conversation
Deep Undercover as a KGB Spy in America - Jack Barsky
Jack 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/
2022-02-11
52 min
schlomo trifft
Das geheime und verworrene Leben des deutschen Ex-KGB- und FBI-Spions Jack Barsky in Amerika
Am 8. Oktober 1978 passiert der Kanadier William Dyson am Flughafen in Chicago ohne Probleme die Einreisekontrollen der Vereinigten Staaten von Amerika. Zwei Tage später hört er auf zu existieren, zumindest was seine bisherige Identität betrifft. Das Hotel, in das William Dyson eingecheckt hat, verlässt er als Jack Barsky. Was sich anhört und liest wie ein Krimi ist tatsächlich einer. Und zugleich auch wieder nicht. Den Kanadier William Dyson gibt es im realen Leben gar nicht, und Jack Philip Barsky, ein jüdisches Kind, ist im Alter von 11 Jahren am 7. September 1955 bereits verstorben. Abe...
2021-12-31
38 min
Your Round Podcast
Ex-KGB Spy on Being A Soviet Sleeper Agent in the US - Your Round Podcast #28 - Jack Barsky
Jack 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.
2021-12-29
1h 29
Spies Like Us
#3 - I Was a KGB Spy in America w/ Jack Barsky
Hollywood 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...
2021-12-15
1h 01
Cops and Writers Podcast
044 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...
2021-12-06
1h 12
Cops and Writers Podcast
043 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 today’s 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...
2021-11-29
55 min
Elevation Indy
Special Guest: Jack Barsky
Jack Barsky shares his story of redemption and salvation!
2021-09-20
50 min
SPYCRAFT 101
10. An Ex-KGB Spy in America with Jack Barsky and Chelsea Dittrich
In 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
2021-07-19
1h 07
eX-skeptic
KGB Agent Finds God – Jack Barsky’s story
Raised 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 Jack’s book Deep Undercover: My Secret Life and Tangled Allegiances as a KGB Spy in America Episode Transcript Hello, and thanks for joining in. I’m Jana Harmon, and you’re listening to the Side B Podcast, where we listen to the other side. No matter who you are, if there’s something common to all of us, it...
2021-05-14
00 min
Truth Changes Everything
Jack Barsky Ex KGB Agent
During 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? Listen to every episode of the Dr. Jeff Show wherever you listen to podcasts. Find Jack Barsky and his book Deep Undercover https://jackbarsky.com/ More episodes of the Dr. Jeff Show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list... More about Summit Ministrie...
2021-05-11
38 min
Truth Changes Everything
Jack Barsky Ex KGB Agent
During 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? Listen to every episode of the Dr. Jeff Show wherever you listen to podcasts. Find Jack Barsky and his book Deep Undercover https://jackbarsky.com/ More episodes of the Dr. Jeff Show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list... More about Summit Ministrie...
2021-05-11
38 min
SpyCast
So, A KGB Spy & A Navy Intel Guy Walk Into a Bar…Jack Barsky & Keith Mahoney
The door to the walk-in cooler slammed shut behind Jack Barsky. This is it, he thought, this is how it all ends – in a restaurant in the Deep South at the hands of a crazy Irish-American eight inches shorter than me. “He said he was taking me through a secret passage to a speakeasy.” But it was not the end that day in Atlanta, 30 years after the Cold War’s 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, “at a very sma...
2021-02-16
54 min
Real Talk: The Charles Mizrahi Show
A Life of Espionage - Jack Barsky
Subscribe to Charles' Alpha Investor newsletter today: https://pro.banyanhill.com/m/2054150Jack Barsky — 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, he’s sharing his story — his childhood in East Germany, his life of espionage, his turn from communism and everything in between — 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...
2021-01-14
1h 01
Rotaract Talks
My life after the KGB, Rotaract Talks meets Jack Barsky
This 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
2020-12-17
29 min
Rotaract Talks
My life as a KGB agent, Rotaract Talks meets Jack Barsky
This 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...
2020-12-03
36 min
Risk Takers Podcast Series
#07 Jack Barsky - Former KGB Spy
As part of our on going conversation around corporate espionage, we decided to sit down with a real KGB spy for some insider knowledge. In this week's episode, Brent sits down with author and former KGB spy Jack Barsky to discuss the growing threat of corporate espionage, how bad actors can access a company's most valuable secrets, and how that information gets used. This is one of the most fascinating episodes of the season, so tune in! You're sure to learn a lot.
2020-08-25
49 min
Nadia Speaks...
Nadia Bilchik + Jack Barsky
Listen to my fascinating conversation with Jack Barsky, author of Deep Under Cover, and former KGB.
2020-08-06
22 min
Unstructured
Deep 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. In this interview, we dig a little beyond just the mechanics of being a spy in our midst. We e...
2020-01-07
59 min
The Jordan Harbinger Show
286: Jack Barsky | Deep Undercover with a KGB Spy in America Part Two
Jack 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. ...
2019-12-05
50 min
The Jordan Harbinger Show
285: Jack Barsky | Deep Undercover with a KGB Spy in America Part One
Jack 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...
2019-12-03
54 min
Security Clearance Careers Podcast
Today’s 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 who’s 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.
2019-04-04
15 min
Security Clearance Careers Podcast
The 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, today’s 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.
2019-04-04
29 min
The Live Drop
Former KGB Jack Barsky Comes Clean About Life Undercover
Jack 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.
2018-08-10
47 min
Finding Your Summit
055: Deep Undercover: Life After Espionage With Former Spy Jack Barsky
The infamous war between the CIA and Russia’s 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, “Deep Undercover”. 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 – even if it meant spying on Jimmy Carter's National Security Advisor...
2018-06-22
40 min
The Art of Charm
635: Jack Barsky | Deep Undercover Pt. 2
Jack 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...
2017-07-18
49 min
The Art of Charm
633: Jack Barsky | Deep Undercover Pt. 1
Jack 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...
2017-07-11
47 min
Spybrary Spy Podcast
The Spy Who was Left in the Cold - Jack Barsky part 2
Jack Barsky, the ex KGB undercover spy continues to share with us his story of life as a Russian Spy in the USA with Spy Podcast Spybrary Listen to Part 2 of our interview and learn: Which national figure did the KGB want Barksy to get close to and spy on? How did Jack Barsky cope with the loneliness of being a spy? Was Barsky afraid of getting caught? How did he communicate with Moscow Center? Why did the KGB put him on a Concorde? What instructions did the KGB give Barksy if he was ever caught...
2017-05-20
49 min
Home Front with Cynthia Davis
Jack Barsky – Deep Undercover Spy
Today we interview a former spy. Some names may have been changed to protect the innocent. You’re going to hear how the KGB selects it’s spys and how they can be hidden in our country in plain sight. Our guest today, Jack Baskey recently wrote a book called “Deep Undercover“. In it he tells his story about what it was like to be a spy for the KGB. You’ll enjoy hearing about his secret life and tangled allegiances. The post Jack Barsky – Deep Undercover Spy appeared first on Home Front with Cynthia Davis.
2017-04-25
00 min
SpyCast
Deep Undercover: An Interview with Former KGB Illegal Jack Barsky
SPY Historian Vince Houghton sat down with Jack Barsky, the longest-surviving known member of the KGB illegals program that operated during the Cold War, and author of the memoir Deep Undercover: My Secret Life & Tangled Allegiances as a KGB Spy in America. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2017-04-04
1h 12
Listen to Top 100 Audiobooks in Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs
Deep Undercover Audiobook by Cindy Coloma, Jack Barsky
Listen to this audiobook free with a 30-day trial. Go tohttp://hotaudiobook.com/freeTitle: Deep Undercover Subtitle: My Secret Life and Tangled Allegiances as a KGB Spy in America Author: Cindy Coloma, Jack Barsky Narrator: Stephen Bowlby Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 03-21-17 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 307 votes Genres: Bios & Memoirs, Personal Memoirs Publisher's Summary: One decision can end everything...or lead to unlikely redemption. Millions watched the CBS 60 Minutes special on Jack Barsky in 2015. Now, in this fascinating memoir, the Soviet KGB agent tells his story of gut-wrenching choices...
2017-03-21
10h 51
Indulge In: This Binge-Worthy Full Audiobook For Curious Minds.
Deep Undercover: My Secret Life and Tangled Allegiances as a KGB Spy in America by Jack Barsky
Please visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/289368to listen full audiobooks. Title: Deep Undercover: My Secret Life and Tangled Allegiances as a KGB Spy in America Author: Jack Barsky Narrator: Stephen Bowlby Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 10 hours 53 minutes Release date: March 21, 2017 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.42 of Total 24 Ratings of Narrator: 4.67 of Total 6 Genres: The Americas Publisher's Summary: One decision can end everything … or lead to unlikely redemption. Millions watched the CBS 60 Minutes special on Jack Barsky in 2015. Now, in this fascinating memoir, the Soviet KGB agent tells his story of gut-wrenching choices, appalling betrayals, his turbulent inner world, and the secret li...
2017-03-21
10h 53
Grab: This High-Impact Full Audiobook For Busy Professionals.
Deep Undercover: My Secret Life and Tangled Allegiances as a KGB Spy in America by Jack Barsky
Please visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/289368to listen full audiobooks. Title: Deep Undercover: My Secret Life and Tangled Allegiances as a KGB Spy in America Author: Jack Barsky Narrator: Stephen Bowlby Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 10 hours 53 minutes Release date: March 21, 2017 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.42 of Total 24 Ratings of Narrator: 4.67 of Total 6 Genres: Memoirs Publisher's Summary: One decision can end everything … or lead to unlikely redemption. Millions watched the CBS 60 Minutes special on Jack Barsky in 2015. Now, in this fascinating memoir, the Soviet KGB agent tells his story of gut-wrenching choices, appalling betrayals, his turbulent inner world, and the secret life he...
2017-03-21
10h 53