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Spybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastSecrets, Spies, and Espionage with The London Spy In this fascinating episode of Spybrary, host Shane Whaley takes us to the espionage heart of London with expert London Spy Tours guide David Harry, also known as The London Spy. From real-life Cold War betrayals to Bond-worthy locations and hidden relics, David shares captivating insights from his acclaimed Westminster and St. James's London spy tours. This episode is a treasure trove for spy fiction lovers and espionage history buffs alike. 🔑 Key Takeaways: đŸ•”ïžâ€â™‚ïž The Origins of the London Spy Tours: David's London spy tours began accident...2025-04-3032 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastWhat Does a Real Spy Read? Valerie Plame’s Favorite Spy Books Ever wonder what spy books former CIA spy Valerie Plame can't put down? Today on Spybrary, host Shane Whaley is joined by none other than Valerie Plame—former CIA covert operative, bestselling author, and an iconic voice in the world of intelligence and espionage. For over a decade, Valerie Plame served on the front lines of national security, operating undercover in some of the world’s most complex and volatile environments. Her CIA career—and the controversial public outing that ended it—has been the subject of headlines, books, and a major Hollywood film 'Fa...2025-04-0340 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastIs From Russia With Love the Greatest Spy Movie Ever Made?Welcome to the third episode of Section F - our Spy Movie Podcast track on Spybrary. Our Section F handpicked hosts and guests discuss their favourite spy movies both the classics and the hidden gems of spy films. Today Spybrary's Section F delve into the 1963 movie adaptation of Ian Fleming's From Russia With Love starring Sean Connery and directed by Terence Young. Host Shane Whaley is joined by Section F's Dr Eric Newsom and Michael Huie, along with special guest film historian Dr. Llewella Chapman, author of the British Film Institute’s book on From Ru...2025-03-201h 02Spybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastIs On Her Majesty's Secret Service Fleming's Best James Bond Novel Yet?Welcome to our book club episode on On Her Majesty’s Secret Service, Ian Fleming's eleventh James Bond novel and one of the most pivotal in the series. Spybrary host Shane Whaley introduces this James Bond Book club episode from the steps of the College of Arms in London, a location that plays a significant role in the story as Bond takes on a unique undercover mission. On Her Majesty's Secret Service is the book where Bond faces his arch-nemesis Blofeld, but it’s also where we see a rare, deeply emotional side to 007 as he falls in l...2024-12-121h 13Spybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastHer Secret Service and The Forgotten Women of British IntelligenceShane Whaley engages in a riveting discussion with historian and author Dr. Claire Hubbard-Hall. Known for her expertise in the history of women in intelligence, Claire brings to light the overlooked yet monumental roles women have played in British Intelligence. Her book titled Her Secret Service - The Forgotten Women of British Intelligence aims to challenge the male-dominated narrative of intelligence history. Recognition and Roles: Changing Perceptions The episode also discusses the broader evolution of women's roles in British intelligence, shedding light on figures like Jane Sismore, MI5’s first officer, and...2024-11-2342 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastWas Biffy Dunderdale The Real Life Inspiration For 007? Wilfred "Biffy" Dunderdale: A Life of Espionage On today's Spybrary, host Shane Whaley sat down with Lt. Col. Tim Spicer OBE, author of A Suspicion of Spies: Risk, Secrets and Shadows – The Biography of Wilfred ‘Biffy’ Dunderdale. The book offers a glimpse into the life of this iconic British spy. Drawing upon years of research, Spicer's biography explores the remarkable life of a man who navigated the treacherous world of espionage, leaving an indelible mark on history. Early Life and Introduction to Espionage: Born in Odessa in 1899, Wilfre...2024-11-1948 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastNick Harkaway On Karla's Choice, Writing in His Father's World, George Smiley and More. Karla's Choice sees the return of John le CarrĂ©'s George Smiley. Today we're joined by his son, the author Nick Harkaway, along with John le CarrĂ© fans Steve Ritterman and Matthew Bradford, Our host Shane Whaley hosts this fascinating discussion about Harkaway’s foray into his father John le CarrĂ©'s iconic universe, particularly his latest novel Karla's Choice. Nick Harkaway shares his unique journey of bridging the narrative gaps between familiar stories like The Spy Who Came In From The Cold and Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, highlighting his creative freedom and the c...2024-10-231h 08Spybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary’s Future: Mission On or Fade Into the Cold? Episode 250 We have made it to Episode 250! Hear this special message from Spybrary founder Shane Whaley talking about Spybrary's future as well as a fun conversation  Spybrarians, I need your intel!  Eight years ago, I never imagined I'd be here, asking this question. When I launched the Spybrary Podcast, I had no idea we'd build a community of fellow spy enthusiasts that’s still going strong after 249 episodes of declassified interviews, thrilling brush pass reviews, and deep dives with fellow spy fans. But here's the thing
 I’m at...2024-10-1617 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastThe Spy Who Loved Me Book Debate- The James Bond Book ClubPrepare to experience Ian Fleming's James Bond novels as if reading them for the first time in the year of publication as we embark on this 007 James Bond literary adventure together. Shane Whaley - Spybrary Podcast Host Are you a fan of the Ian Fleming James Bond books? If so, you won't want to miss the latest episode of the James Bond Book Club presented by Spybrary. In this episode, host Shane Whaley and guests David Craggs, Andy Onyx, Frieda Toth and Hildebrand's Ian Douglas dive deep into Ian Fleming's controversial and highly divisive novel...2024-09-3058 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastGary Oldman on Bringing Jackson Lamb (Slow Horses) to LifeIn this captivating episode of the Spybrary Spy Podcast, join host Shane Whaley as he sits down briefly with the legendary actor Gary Oldman, who portrays the enigmatic Jackson Lamb in the hit TV adaptation of Mick Heron's "Slow Horses." Gary Oldman reveals how Jackson Lamb first appeared on his radar and the differences working with spy authors Mick Herron and John le CarrĂ© on Slow Horses and Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy. A big thank you to Catherine Spillane and Gary 'The Fixer' Dexter for arranging this short but sweet chat with Gary Oldman. Join 4000 o...2024-09-1806 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastInside the Iranian Embassy Siege with Ben MacintyreA thrilling tick-tock recounting one of the most harrowing hostage situations and daring rescue attempts of our time—from the true-life espionage master and New York Times bestselling author of Operation Mincemeat and The Spy and the Traitor. Today on the Spybrary podcast, we're taking you inside the Iranian Embassy siege. Join us for a gripping episode as our host, Shane Whaley, sits down with renowned historian Ben Macintyre and counterterrorism and intelligence expert Rossa McPhillips. Together, they delve into the harrowing events of the 1980 Iranian Embassy siege in London, using Macintyre's latest book, The Siege, as a uniqu...2024-09-1052 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastCrafting Realistic Spy Thrillers - Merle Nygate Reveals More About Honour Among Spies Welcome to another thrilling episode of the Spybrary Spy Book Podcast! Today, we have the exceptional Merle Nygate joining us to dive deep into her latest espionage novel, Honour Among Spies, the highly anticipated sequel to The Righteous Spy. Tune in as host Shane Whaley commends Merle's expertise in writing riveting action scenes and her knack for adding delicious touches of realism with food scenes that flesh out the characters and setting. Merle takes us behind the scenes, sharing how her boxing lessons inform her authentic fight sequences and discussing her...2024-06-1145 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastOn His Majesty's Secret Service - Interview with Charlie Higson In this episode, your host, Shane Whaley, is joined by special guests Charlie Higson and Mark Ashby to discuss the updated and revised paperback edition of On His Majesty's Secret Service. Charlie Higson, author of the latest James Bond novel On His Majesty's Secret Service shares his unique perspective on modernizing the iconic agent. Higson discusses his journey into writing a James Bond novel for the 60th anniversary of "On Her Majesty's Secret Service," offering insights into updating the character for contemporary readers while staying true to Ian Fleming's legacy. From Bond's motivations...2024-05-2851 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastA Very Working Class Spy with Gordon Henderson MP Order! Order! Welcome to Episode 239 of the Spybrary Spy Book Podcast! I'm your host, Shane and today Whaley goes to Westminster. But don't worry; I'm not running for office! I recently had the pleasure of enjoying a tea break with Gordon Henderson MP. I am a politics nerd so it was a delight for me to combine both of my passions, espionage and politics. Gordon isn't just a sitting member of Parliament for Sittingbourne and Sheppey in Kent—he's also a passionate writer of spy fiction. We'll dive into his experiences and inspirations, including his ad...2024-05-2226 minTasted + SeenTasted + SeenComfortable Being Uncomfortable I Shane PetersenWhat makes God good? God is the definition of Good. He in and of Himself is everything that is good, and without Him there is nothing that is good. All too often, we find ourselves saying that God is good because He did or gave us something that we wated. He does give generously, but that isn't what makes Him good. The reality is that God in all of His character is holy and without blemish. Shane's story reminds us that tasting His goodness is being able to experience different aspects of God's character. Shane felt God's unconditional love at...2024-05-2037 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastDecoding Funeral In Berlin starring Michael CaineWelcome to the second episode of Section F - our Spy Movie track on the Spybrary Spy Podcast. Our handpicked hosts and guests discuss their favorite spy movies both the classics and the hidden gems of spy films. Today Section F delve into the movie adaptation of Len Deighton's Funeral in Berlin, starring Michael Caine as the iconic Harry Palmer. Unlike the suave and debonair James Bond, Harry Palmer brings a gritty, realistic edge to the spy genre, challenging traditional spy representations with his working class cunning and street smarts. Spybrary's Section F dissects Palmer's...2024-05-0848 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastIan Fleming's Thunderball- The James Bond Book ClubAre you a fan of the Ian Fleming James Bond novels? If so, you won't want to miss the latest episode of the James Bond Book Club presented by Spybrary. In this episode, host Shane Whaley and guests David Craggs, Andy Onyx and Hildebrand's Ian Douglas dive deep into Ian Fleming's Thunderball as if they are in the year of publication. They provide fascinating analysis and insight into this iconic book's plot, characters, and writing style. You'll hear their thoughts on how Ian Fleming's Thunderball compares to other James Bond novels and get a glimpse...2024-04-2459 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastThe Spy Game Books with Writer Michael Frost BecknerIn this episode of the Spybrary Spy Podcast, Shane Whaley interviews Michael Frost Beckner, the writer of the movie Spy Game. They discuss Michael's Spy Game book series including a new novella called Kaleidoscope and how it fits into his Spy Game trilogy. They also talk about the complexity of the characters in Michael's Spy Game books and the inspiration behind them. Michael shares his thoughts on the spy genre and the attraction it holds for him.2024-03-2153 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy Podcast'The Ultimate Downing Street Operator' and Spy Author in Conversation with Spybrary Welcome to another riveting episode of the Spybrary Spy Book Podcast. I'm your host, Shane Whaley, and today we dive into the thrilling world of spy fiction with our special guest, Tom Fletcher, the former UK ambassador and advisor to three UK Prime Ministers turned espionage thriller writer. Tom Fletcher's new book, "The Assassin," is creating waves and it's not just because of its gripping scenes; it's a novel that hits the zeitgeist with its daring exploration of climate change and the moral quandaries it poses for future generations. In this...2024-03-1837 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastIan Fleming's For Your Eyes Only- The James Bond Book Club In this episode, host Shane Whaley and guests David Craggs, Andy Onyx and Ian Douglas dive deep into Ian Fleming's For Your Eyes Only as if they are in the year of publication. They provide fascinating analysis and insight into this iconic book's plot, characters, and writing style. You'll hear their thoughts on how Ian Fleming's For Your Eyes Only compares to other James Bond novels and get a glimpse into the success of Ian Fleming's writing. Whether you're a die-hard James Bond fan or just love a good book club style discussion, this episode...2024-03-1450 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastUnpacking Beirut Station with Author Paul Vidich Join Spybrary Spy Book Podcast host Shane Whaley, author Paul Vidich and Spybrarian David Craggs as we unpack Paul Vidich's latest spy thriller 'Beirut Station: Two Lives of a Spy.' Beirut Station is a novel pulsating with emotional depth and geopolitical intrigue.   Set amidst the 2006 Hezbollah-Israeli conflict in Beirut, Lebanon, the story follows the precarious journey of a Lebanese-American protagonist entangled with the UN, CIA, and Mossad in a mission to eliminate a terrorist threat. Special guest Paul Vidich returns for a third appearance on Spybrary , offering listeners a rare glimpse into h...2024-03-0736 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastIan Fleming The Complete Man with Biographer Nicholas ShakespeareToday, we are thrilled to present a very special 90-minute episode titled "Ian Fleming: The Complete Man" with the esteemed novelist and Iatest Ian Fleming biographer Nicholas Shakespeare. For this interview, Spybrary host and founder Shane Whaley recruited James Bond and Ian Fleming scholars Ajay Chowdhury and Jeremy Duns, to dive deep into the life and works of the legendary creator of James Bond, Mr. Ian Fleming with biographer Nicholas Shakespeare. With unrivaled access to the Fleming family, archives, and a trove of new material, Shakespeare presents a new, nuanced portrait of Ian Fleming's life...2024-02-291h 40Spybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastJames Bond After Fleming: The Continuation 007 Novels with Mark Edlitz Special guest Mark Edlitz, author of "James Bond After Fleming," joins James Bond aficionados Bill Kanas, Brian McKaig, and guest host Matt Raubenheimer on the Spybrary Spy Podcast to dissect the evolution of 007 in print. Together, they unravel the challenges, strategies, and approaches of various continuation 007 authors in the ever-thrilling James Bond literary saga. 🎧 Listen now to uncover fascinating insights into the world Ian Fleming created and how it has been skillfully perpetuated through the pens of talented continuation authors! Today, we are talking all about the world of Jam...2024-02-2246 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastThe Third Man - Movie Reviewed by Spybrary's Section F (Films) PanelWelcome to the first episode of Section F - our Spy Movie track on the Spybrary Spy Podcast. Our handpicked hosts and guests discuss their favorite spy movies both the classics and the hidden gems of spy films. Today Section F delve into the classic film 'The Third Man,' discussing its plot, rewatchability, and notable moments. The music and cinematography of the film are also explored. Meet Your Section F - Spy Film Hosts. Jonathan Melville Michael Huie Eric Newsom Steve Lichtman Producer: Shane Whaley The question of...2024-02-0851 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastDead Drop 5 with Jeff Circle of The Writers DossierIn this episode of the Spybrary spy book podcast we talk about our best spy books. Host Shane Whaley invites guest Jeff Circle, author, veteran, avid spy novel reader and the head honcho behind The Writers Dossier to embark on a clandestine mission behind the Iron Curtain. As part of the Dead Drop 5 series, Jeff Circle shares his top five best spy thriller books that he would take with him to East Berlin. From classic spy thrillers to lesser-known gems, Mark's's picks promise to keep any thriller enthusiast on the edge of their seat. Join the Spybrary...2024-01-3045 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastMy Five Best Spy Books With Dr Mark Pack, President of the UK's Liberal DemocratsIn this episode of the Spybrary spy book podcast we talk about our best spy books. Host Shane Whaley invites guest Dr Mark Pack, author, avid spy novel reader and President of the UK's Liberal Democrats to embark on a clandestine mission behind the Iron Curtain. As part of the Dead Drop 5 series, Mark Pack shares his top five best spy books that he would take with him to East Berlin. From classic spy thrillers to lesser-known gems, Mark's's picks promise to keep any spy thriller enthusiast on the edge of their seat. Join your fellow spy...2023-12-191h 00Spybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastMy Five Best Spy Books with Martin PaulIn this episode of the Spybrary spy book podcast we talk about our best spy books, host Shane Whaley invites guest Martin Paul to embark on a clandestine mission behind the Iron Curtain. As part of the Dead Drop 5 series, Martin shares his top five best spy books that he would take with him to East Berlin. From classic spy thrillers to lesser-known gems, Martin's picks promise to keep any spy thriller enthusiast on the edge of their seat.2023-11-2951 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastTim Shipman in Conversation with David McCloskey, Author of Moscow X Tim Shipman, the chief political commentator at the Sunday Times, conducts a captivating interview with author David McCloskey on the Spybrary podcast. McCloskey's debut novel, Damascus Station, garnered much excitement among spy thriller readers. Shipman explores how his second book, "Moscow X," measures up. The interview delves into the complexities of modern espionage, as well as themes of betrayal, love, loyalty, and vengeance in the shadow war between the West and Moscow. So what is Moscow X all about, Shane? Discover the thrilling world of espionage in Moscow X...2023-11-1658 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastSecrets and Alliances: Exploring the UK and US Intelligence Partnership with Michael SmithOn this episode of Spybrary the Spy Podcast, host Shane Whaley sits down with guest Michael Smith, an intelligence historian and author of The Real Special Relationship: The True Story of How the British and US Secret Services Work Together. Michael Smith delves into the origins of the special relationship between the UK and the US, focusing on their collaboration in code-breaking during World War II and the subsequent intelligence sharing during the Cold War. The book covers key figures, such as Winston Churchill, Ian Fleming, Ronald Reagan, Margaret Thatcher, Kim Philby, and Edward Snowden. ...2023-07-211h 13Spybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastFive of the Best James Bond Books According to Bondologist Matthew Dewhurst-Grice In this episode of the Spybrary Spy Book Podcast, it's Dead Drop 5, and guest James Bond Bondologist Matthew Dewhurst-Grice reveals his five best James Bond novels. These are the James Bond books that he has asked his handler to stash in a dead drop behind the Iron Curtain He shares how he first discovered the James Bond books and discusses his appreciation for Ian Fleming's work. The conversation covers topics such as the historical significance of the original James Bond books, the controversy surrounding the "sensitization" of some Bond editions, and the potential...2023-06-061h 10Spybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy Podcast5 Must-Read Spy Books According to Author Stephen England Author Stephen England finds himself embedded deep in Communist-controlled East Berlin, and has asked his handler to leave him 5 of his favorite spy books at the Dead Drop location in Friedrichshain Park. Join us on the Spy Book Podcast, Spybrary, and discover the thrilling world of spy novels in our exclusive series, 'Dead Drop 5'. Spy Books and Dead Drops...what is this series exactly? This riveting series is a crowd favorite, but be warned, your bank balance may take a hit based...2023-05-2942 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastIan Fleming's Goldfinger- The James Bond Book Club Are you a fan of the Ian Fleming James Bond novels? If so, you won't want to miss the latest episode of the James Bond Book Club presented by Spybrary. In this episode, host Shane Whaley and guests David Craggs and Andy Onyx dive deep into Ian Fleming's classic novel Goldfinger as if they are in the year of publication. They provide fascinating analysis and insight into this iconic book's plot, characters, and writing style. You'll hear their thoughts on how Ian Fleming's Goldfinger compares to other James Bond novels and get a glimpse into the success...2023-05-151h 14Monsters And MurderMonsters And MurderE33. The Whaley HouseThis week, Shane covers the Whaley House, California's oldest brick structure and all of it's hauntings!  Trigger Warning: Suicide is discussed briefly in this episode.  Connect with us on IG @monstersandmurderpod and email us at monstersandmurderpod@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/monstersandmurder/support2023-03-1744 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastFormer Cabinet Minister and author Alan Johnson talks books and writing on SpybraryThis week we welcome the former Home Secretary and best-selling author Alan Johnson to the Spybrary Podcast. In this informative and fun chat, Spybrary host Shane Whaley asks Alan Johnson how his background as Home Secretary helped him to write his fiction books Late Train to Gipsy Hill and One of Our Ministers is Missing. The Director General of MI5 reports to the Home Secretary, and whilst we knew Alan Johnson would not share details of those meetings, Shane could not resist asking him what advice he would give to a new Home Secretary regarding managing the...2022-11-2732 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastSpies Who Changed History with Nigel WestIntelligence Historian and Author Nigel West joins Spybrary Spy Podcast host Shane Whaley to share more about his latest book Spies Who Changed History plus, he answers your questions on the Wilson Coup, the Steele Dossier on Trump, meeting Anthony Blunt, Ian Fleming and many more!2022-10-241h 05Spybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastA Spy in Plain Sight - The Inside Story of America's most damaging Russian spy with Lis WiehlJoin Spies and Books, Spybrary host Shane Whaley as he finds outs more about the traitor Robert Hanssen in this interview with author Lis Wiehl   New York Times bestselling author and former federal prosecutor Lis Wiehl delivers a behind-the-scenes account of how FBI agent Robert Hanssen, a church-going father of five, sold national security secrets to Russia for more than two decades--and how America's current political climate makes it still possible today. Three years into his career as an FBI agent, Robert Hanssen made the shocking decision to volunteer as a spy for t...2022-08-1937 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastDan Fesperman Reveals More About His Cold War Spy Novel - Winter WorkIn this conversation with Spybrary host Shane Whaley, award-winning spy author Dan Fesperman reveals more about the real-life espionage events that inspired his latest novel, set in Berlin 1990, Winter Work. The Berlin Wall has fallen and in the ensuing power vacuum, a former Stasi officer and a CIA agent must fight for their lives. On a chilly early morning walk on the wooded outskirts of Berlin, Emil Grimm finds the body of his neighbor, a fellow Stasi officer named Lothar, with a gunshot wound to the temple and a pistol in his right hand. Despite appearances, Emil...2022-08-1244 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastSummer Update from SpybraryShane shares a quick announcement on upcoming episodes and explains why there has been a lull in episodes of late.2022-07-0706 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastAgent in Berlin by Alex Gerlis - Spy Book ReviewShane Whaley delivers a brush pass review on Agent in Berlin by Alex Gerlis To live among wolves, first, you must become one... An unmissable new spy thriller from best-selling master of the genre, Alex Gerlis. War is coming to Europe. British spymaster Barnaby Allen begins recruiting a network of agents in Germany. With diplomatic relations quickly unravelling, this pack of spies soon comes into their own: the horse-loving German at home in Berlin's underground; the young American sports journalist; the mysterious Luftwaffe officer; the Japanese diplomat an...2022-06-0914 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastTo Betray You Must First Belong, Charlotte Philby talks Edith and KIm!Today, we bring you a spy author interview. Spybrary hosts Shane Whaley and Peter Newman find out more about Charlotte Philby's latest novel, Edith and Kim. Charlotte also shares memories of her grandfather, Kim Philby, and reveals some interesting responses in the world-famous Spybrary Quickfire Round!2022-03-3051 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastIan Fleming's Diamonds Are Forever - The James Bond Book Club is Back!We get in our time machine and head for 1956 to review the latest Ian Fleming James Bond 007 novel, Diamonds Are Forever. With David Craggs, author Andy Onyx and Spybrary Host Shane Whaley. What is the Spybrary James Bond Book Club exactly and what makes it different from other 007 book clubs? On the James Bond Book Club, we get in our time machine and go back to the year of publication. We dissect each of the Ian Fleming 007 novels in order and include themes such as : 1) Discussing the timing of...2022-03-261h 08Spybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastDamascus Station with David McCloskeyWelcome to Episode 173 of the Spybrary Spy Book podcast. Today, we bring you a spy author interview. Spybrary hosts Shane Whaley and David Craggs find out more about Damascus Station with spy writer, author, and former CIA analyst David McCloskey2022-02-121h 02Spybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastAudible's Most Prolific Narrator Scott Brick Chats with Spybrary Spy Podcast If like me, you are a big fan of audiobooks then it is highly likely that you have listened to today's guest Scott Brick narrating one of your favorite thriller audiobooks. In this conversation, Shane finds out more about life behind the mic with Scott Brick. We learn how he got started in the business plus some of his tips and tricks for delivering engaging audio and top drawer storytelling. Scott Brick also answers Spybrary listener questions such as: You recorded an excellent new version of...2022-01-161h 07Spybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Panel dives into some of the most serious and silly questions faced by spy fans.In this episode of Spybrary Jeff dives into some of the most serious and silly questions faced by spy fans. He is joined by an all-star panel of guests - Jeremy Duns, Hannah Cooper and Shane Whaley. They tackle a wide range of espionage enigmas.   Some of the questions covered are -    From now on either every spy novel must be set in Berlin or no spy novels can ever be set in Berlin again. Which do you choose? Would you use your kid as camouflage while doing spy act...2021-12-261h 23Spybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastSpy Author Interview - How to Betray Your Country with James Wolff Welcome to Episode 167 of the Spybrary Spy Book podcast. Today, we bring you a spy author interview. Spybrary host Shane Whaley finds out more about How to Betray Your Country with spy writer, author James Wolff Something I want to address with you all before we get into the conversation, the elephant in the room, James Wolff is not the author's real name. James Wolff reveals he has worked for the British government but does not reveal which branch nor where he was based. As a Spybrarian, naturally, I'm...2021-12-1745 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastThe Alpha List by Ted Allbeury (Brush Pass)Spybrary Spy Podcast Host Shane Whaley gives us his brush pass spy book review of The Alpha List by Ted Allbeury. 'Truly a classic writer of espionage fiction' - Len Deighton Dave Marsh and Charlie Kelly grew up together on the backstreets of Birmingham. Now Charlie is a Labour MP and Dave an Intelligence agent. When Charlie comes under suspicion of passing secrets to the Russians, Dave is given the task of investigating his old friend. He seems to be able to prove his case soon enough, but as Charlie points...2021-06-0615 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastJames Stejskal author of Question of Time - A Cold War Spy Thriller Today, we bring you another spy author interview on the Spybrary Podcast. We are chatting with author James Stejskal who has just penned his first-ever spy fiction novel titled A Question of Time. Some of you may know James from his non-fiction books, especially an absolute cracker - Special Forces Berlin. James draws on his time serving in Cold War Berlin and even weaves the head of the Stasi Erich Mielke and East Germany spymaster Markus Wolf into the story in a credible fashion. And I know what you're thinking, Spybrarian...2021-04-2344 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy Podcast'Cold war spy fiction in the grand tradition' an interview with Paul Vidich, author of The MercenaryFrom acclaimed spy novelist Paul Vidich comes a taut new thriller following the attempted exfiltration of a KGB officer from the ever-changing—and always dangerous—USSR in the mid-1980s. Shane Whaley finds out more in this interview with author Paul Vidich. In Episode 146 of Spybrary with spy author Paul Vidich we discuss: What was Paul Vidich's inspiration for writing The Mercenary. What kind of reader The Mercenary appeals to? (Actioneers v Realistic) What drew Paul to write an espionage thriller? Moscow features heavily, we find out how Paul Vidich resea...2021-03-261h 01Spybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastMoonraker - The James Bond Book Club with Simon ConwayIt is 1955 and we review the latest Ian Fleming James Bond 007 novel, Moonraker With David Craggs, author Simon Conway and Spybrary Host Shane Whaley. Episode is also available on YouTube. Details at www.spybrary.com/1452021-03-231h 01School of Podcasting - Podcast Tips to Plan, Launch, Grow Your PodcastSchool of Podcasting - Podcast Tips to Plan, Launch, Grow Your PodcastHow Shane Whaley Navigated a Travel Podcast Through a PandemicLife is going to kick you in the teeth from time to time (see 2020). Today we talk about your attitude (the only thing you have control over) and we interview Shane Whaley of the Tourpreneur podcast. Shane shares how many people in the travel space just folded up everything just going out of business. This is not the approach Shane has taken, and he not only didn't shut down in 2020, but added more sponsors to his show.  Your Attitude The Longer I live, the more I realize the impact of attitude on life. Attitude, to me, is m...2021-02-0157 minpodcastcoachpodcastcoachHow Shane Whaley Navigated a Travel Podcast Through a PandemicLife is going to kick you in the teeth from time to time (see 2020). Today we talk about your attitude (the only thing you have control over) and we interview Shane Whaley of the Tourpreneur podcast. Shane shares how many people in the travel space just folded up everything just going out of business. This is not the approach Shane has taken, and he not only didn't shut down in 2020, but added more sponsors to his show.  Your Attitude The Longer I live, the more I realize the impact of attitude on life. Attitude, to me, is more important than f...2021-02-0157 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastWhat is SPYSCAPE's new spy tv and movie festival SPYFLIX all about? With Francis Jago.(136)SPYFLIX is a new spy movie and tv festival focused on secrets presented by our friends at SPYSCAPE. Spybrary host Shane Whaley got together with SPYSCAPE's Marketing Director, Francis Jago to find out more. The SPYFLIX festival will highlight new voices and stories focused on secrets. The festival is now accepting submissions through 28 February 2021 and will kick off screenings starting 18 April 2021
 What is SPYFLIX? Secrets intrigue us, and they make great stories. Their universal appeal lies deep in our psyche. Inside each secret is a structured who, what, how & why that powers franchises from James Bo...2021-01-2338 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastFavorite Spy Books of 2020 - Jason King Unleashed and Unscripted (133)Jason King returns to the Spybrary Podcast for his annual Christmas address to share his favourite spy books of 2020 as well as what he is looking forward to in 2021. This is the most requested feature of Spybrary, requested by spouses, friends, and relatives who purchase Christmas presents for loved ones based on the Jason King picks. (I kid you not!) Also on this episode of the Spybrary Podcast, Jason King and Spybrary Host Shane Whaley discuss: The legacy of John le CarrĂ© (A round table discussion in 2021 is planned but we could n...2020-12-211h 16Spybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastRIP John le CarrĂ© -His Secret Sharer: The Hidden Truths of John le CarrĂ© (131)Tonight we report the sad news that John le Carre has passed away. Jeff Quest of Spywrite recorded this episode in 2019 looking at the life of John le Carre. Spybrary host Shane Whaley announces a special upcoming episode of Spybrary where he will broadcast your tributes to John le Carre. Record your tributes to John le Carre here.2020-12-1420 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastLive and Let Die by Ian Fleming on The James Bond Book ClubIt is 1954 and we review the latest Ian Fleming James Bond 007 spy novel, Live and Let Die. With David Craggs, Ian Douglas and Shane Whaley2020-10-281h 09Spybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastSpy Book Tea Break - Standpoint with spy author Derek ThompsonSpybrary Spy Book Podcast host Shane Whaley takes time away from the East German Desk to enjoy a 15 minute tea break with spy authors. Today Derek Thompson, author of spy thriller novel Standpoint tells us more about his first book in his Thomas Bladen spy thriller series.2020-10-1619 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastSpy Book Tea Break - with Edge of Reality author CG FaulknerShane takes time away from the East German Desk to enjoy a spy break with spy authors. Today CG Faulkner, author of The Edge of Reality drops in at Station V and tells us more about his first book in his Cold War Trilogy - The Edge Of Reality.2020-09-2416 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastCasino Royale - The James Bond Book Club (122)What is The James Bond Book Club? Set in the 1950s as the Ian Fleming James Bond books are released, Spybrary Spy Book Podcast hosts David Craggs and Shane Whaley plus a special guest will review the latest Ian Fleming 007 novel. In this episode, spy author, Jeremy Duns joins Shane and David to give you their opinions on Ian Fleming's debut novel Casino Royale.2020-09-081h 12Spybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastIntroducing The James Bond Book Club with David Craggs (118)What is The James Bond Book Club? Set in the 1950s as the Ian Fleming James Bond books are released, Spybrary Spy Book Podcast hosts David Craggs and Shane Whaley plus a special guest will review the latest Ian Fleming 007 novel. In this episode, Shane and David discuss the themes they hope to explore as they embark on a journey through the Ian Fleming James Bond novels. On the James Bond Book Club, we will dissect each 007 novel in order and by : 1) Discussing the timing of each book. The year in...2020-08-1534 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastThe Rhythm Section with Blake Lively- What did Spybrary Listeners Think of the movie?On today's Spybrary Spy Podcast, spy fans talk about The Rhythm Section, a movie produced by EON (of James Bond fame) starring Blake Lively and Jude Law. Tune in and listen to Spybrarians Mike, Jon, Matthew and Chris who give you their assessment of The Rhythm Section. Spybrary Spy Podcast host Shane Whaley reads out comments from other Spybrarians (another epic reason to join our Spybrary Listeners Facebook Group) and delivers his verdict on The Rhythm Section.2020-05-2532 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastThe Podcaster Who Came In From The Cold. Spybrary at 100.Not many podcasts reach Episode 100, let alone a spy podcast. So on this our 100th episode, Spywrite's Jeff Quest turns the tables on Spybrary Spy Podcast Host Shane Whaley. Jeff artfully employs his Sarratt training to put Whaley through a gentle but thorough debrief. Listen to Episode 100 of Spybrary to learn more about the origins of Spybrary, how the podcast is put together, Shane's journey of reading and spy literature and of course there is the quickfire round!2020-02-091h 17Spybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastThe Best Spy Books I read in 2019 with Spybrary's Jason KingOn Episode 97 of the Spybrary Podcast, spy book connoisseur Jason King shares with us what were the five best spy book novels he read in 2019. Jason and Spybrary Host Shane Whaley, discuss Jason's five best spy books of 2019, Jason has been reading spy books since the 1960s and admits that he is extremely selective with what he reads.2020-01-1257 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastThe story of Leslie Charteris ‐creator of The Saint with Ian DickersonOn Episode 94 of the Spybrary Podcast, host Shane Whaley interviews Ian Dickerson, the author of The Saint I Ain't - a biography of Leslie Charteris. In this episode, we cover aspects of Leslie Charteris's life as well as a fan's discussion about Simon Templar, aka The Saint. We chat about The Saint Books, The Saint Movies including the latest reboot Saint movie which was co-produced by Ian Dickerson and starred Adam Rayner. We run the rule over the various actors who have played Simon Templar since the 1930s.2019-12-0751 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastFirefly - Henry Porter - Brush PassShane Whaley gives you his thoughts on Firefly by Henry Porter in a quick and easy Brush Pass review. John makes his Spybrary debut, giving us his briefing on The Spy Who Sat and Waited written by R Wright Campbell.2019-10-1914 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastWhat is Spyscape? Field Report and Interview with Ian OldakerOn Episode 84 of the Spybrary Podcast, host Shane Whaley chats with Ian Oldaker, the General Manager at Spyscape in New York City. We discover more about this new attraction in New York City that is, in Shane's humble opinion, a must-visit attraction for any self-respecting Spybrarian/spy fan who finds themselves in the Big Apple. The New York Times describe Spyscape as the 'headquarters of our cultural fascination with the art of deception.' So what exactly is Spyscape? Well, they bill it as a 'totally new experience, which illuminates the world and your skills and potential...2019-09-0942 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastMatt Helm Novel The Removers (Brush Pass)Shane Whaley gives you his thoughts on The Removers, A Matt Helm Novel by Donald Hamilton in a quick and easy Brush Pass review. John makes his Spybrary debut, giving us his briefing on The Spy Who Sat and Waited written by R Wright Campbell.2019-08-0511 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastBrush Pass Review of Merle Nygate's The Righteous SpyShane delivers you his brush pass review on The Righteous Spy written by Merle Nygate.2019-02-1214 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastHelen MacInnes 'Queen of Spy Writers. (Ep 66)On Episode 66 of the Spybrary Spy Podcast, our panel discusses the writing of Helen MacInnes once dubbed the 'Queen of Spy Writers.' Join author Merle Nygate, Spy fan Alice Dryden and host Shane Whaley as they discuss the spy novels of Helen MacInnes, also features a submission from Mike Ripley.2019-01-2150 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastBest Spy Books of 2018 (65)On today's Spybrary Spy Podcast, Spybrarian Jason King joins host Shane Whaley to share with us his 5 favourite spy books published in 2018!2018-12-221h 06Spybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastThe Best Spy Movies of all time!On this episode of the Spybrary Spy Podcast Jeff Quest (Spywrite) reveals the top 10 spy movies as voted on by our Spybrary listeners. Jeff takes you through the top 10 in descending order, Shane and Jeff also talk about what is on their Christmas wish list as well as what new books they intend to read over the holiday period.2018-12-1649 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastJames Bond - The Books and Movies of 007 with The HildebrandiansJames Bond is Back! It has been some time since we dedicated a whole episode to Britain's not so secret agent. Today we rectify that with a long overdue chat with the men behind what I consider to be one of THE best James Bond Facebook Groups -The Hildebrand Group It has been ages since we dedicated an entire episode to James Bond, today he is back on the agenda on the Spybrary Spy Podcast! On this episode of the Spybrary Spy Podcast Host Shane Whaley is joined by Hildebrand Group...2018-11-251h 11Spybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastBroadsword Calling Danny Boy' Spybrary Briefing On Episode 61 of the Spybrary Spy Podcast, Shane and Karl talk about the recently released book from Geoff Dyer titled 'Broadsword Calling Danny Boy' on Where Eagles Dare. In this no holds barred discussion two well read spy fans give you their assessment of the book. Karl Gunner Øen becomes the first Norwegian spy fan to join us on the Spybrary Spy Podcast. Karl is an avid reader of spy lit and watcher of spy movies. We talk briefly about spy fiction in Norway as well as the activities of real life Norwegian S...2018-10-3054 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastSpy Movie Hall of Fame PollSpybrary Spy Podcast and the SpyWrite Spy blog have teamed up to give you a a chance to vote for your favourite spy movies in our Spy Movie Hall of Fame poll. On this, our 59th episode Spywrite’s Jeff Quest and Spybrary Host Shane Whaley talk through the movies nominated by Spybrarians in our Listeners facebook group. Jeff and Shane talk through the good, the bad and the not yet watched! Rather than just voting for your current favourites, why not join us in watching some of those nominated movies that you have never wa...2018-10-161h 05Spybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastLen Deighton's Berlin Game - Spy Book ClubBerlin Game -Len Deighton - Spybrary Book Club Edition   Spybrary listeners voted overwhelmingly for Berlin Game to be the first spy book to be discussed in our first ever book club Spybrary edition. Listen to an in-depth conversation on this spy classic with Spybrary host Shane Whaley, Deighton expert Rob Mallows and newcomer to Len Deighton's work but not the spy genre Peter Newman. WARNING - Please do not listen to the Berlin Game Book Club edition of Spybrary if you have not read the book. Unlike other episodes of the Spybrary Spy P...2018-09-121h 22Spybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastLen Deighton/Bernard Samson Meetup - BerlinFollow in the steps of Bernard Samson - Len Deighton Meetup - Berlin Listen to a special message that Len Deighton has sent us on Episode 50 of the Spybrary Spy Podcast! Rob Mallows from the Deighton Dossier returns to the show to talk with Spybrary Spy Podcast host Shane Whaley. We talk through our schedule for the day walking in the footsteps of Bernard Samson from the classic spy novels written by Len Deighton. Join us in Berlin on August 4th.2018-07-1722 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastSpy Fans Guide To The Works of Frederick ForsythOn this episode of the Spybrary Spy Podcast, Shane Whaley hosts a round table discussion on the life and books of spy writer Frederick Forsyth. Author and spy, yes spy, Frederick Forsyth has been writing for over 50 years. The former Reuters man is best known for his debut novel 'Day of the Jackal' as well as The Odessa File, The Dogs of War and The Fourth Protocol. He has written almost 30 books with a new novel The Fox due out later this year. Shane is joined by Tom from the Literary 007 website and writer David...2018-07-151h 05Spybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastJeremy Duns Re-investigates Oleg PenkovskyThrilling, evocative and hugely controversial, Codename: Hero blows apart the myths surrounding one of the Cold War's greatest spy operations and potentially it's greatest spy Oleg Penkovsky In the late 1950s the USSR appeared to be winning the arms race: their 1949 nuclear test  signaled a direct challenge to the West, changing the face of the Cold War overnight. In 1961 Yuri Gagarin became the first human in space, and fear escalated in the US and UK. Amidst this climate, KGB Colonel, Oleg Penkovsky desperate to defect, came knocking on the doors of the CIA and MI6. The information h...2018-06-291h 12Spybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastForever and a Day Round TableForever and a Day review by the Spybrary Podcast. Listen to our round table of Bond fans who give you their review of the latest Anthony Horowitz 007 novel 007 is dead. Long live 007. The heavily anticipated James Bond prequel, “Forever and a Day” by Anthony Horowitz is finally out, and Shane has brought together two Bond super-fans to discuss it. If your copy hasn’t arrived yet, fear not! Sit back, relax, and enjoy a spoiler-free round table chat with David Craggs, who joined Shane for Episode #23's Dead Drop 5, and Tom, who runs literary007.com, and featured in one...2018-06-161h 04Spybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastTom Colgan reveals his 5 favourite spy booksTom Colgan is our special guest on episode 44 of the Spybary Spy Podcast with Shane Whaley Tom is an Editorial Director of Berkley Books which is an imprint of Penguin Random House. Over a thirty year (actually 33 but who's counting?) publishing career he has worked with many authors including Tom Clancy, Mark Greaney and Janet Evanovich. He's edited numerous books that have been bestsellers and won Edgar, and Anthony Awards as well. Now Shane gets to turn the tables and interview this veteran book editor! What is Dead Drop 5? Agent Tom...2018-06-041h 09Spybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastAugust Thomas: Liar's Candle InterviewThis week, Spybrary Spy Podcast Host Shane Whaley welcomes author and travel writer August Thomas to speak about her debut novel, Liar’s Candle.   Liar’s Candle is set against the backdrop of a terror attack in Ankara, Turkey. In the aftermath, protagonist Penny Kessler embarks upon a pan-European adventure to uncover the perpetrators. Living by her wits, Kessler teams up with Connor Beauregard, a former naval officer with something to prove, as they try to crack the case. In a delightful, wide-ranging conversation, August and Shane discuss the rarity of women in spy l...2018-05-2745 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastTim Shipman of the Sunday Times on Spy NovelsToday’s guest finds himself embedded deep in Communist-controlled East Berlin, and has asked his handler to leave him 5 of his favorite spy books at their Dead Drop location in Friedrichshain Park. What will he choose to help him cope with life undercover?   Author, Spy Fan and Political Editor of the Sunday Times, Tim Shipman, joins Shane for an epic edition of Dead Drop 5. Tim has been a national newspaper journalist since 1997, and in that time has covered two wars, an historic presidential election, and was the Sunday Telegraph’s Washington, DC correspondent. Shortlisted three years...2018-05-101h 07Spybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Panel at Spycon 2018On Episode 41 of the Spybrary Spy Podcast we serve up a recorded Spybrary panel discussion from Spycon 2018. On the panel, host Shane Whaley was joined by authors Mike Brady (Into the Shadows) and C.G.Faulkner (The Edge of Reality.) The Michael Brady File Lieutenant Colonel Michael Brady, USA, (RET), earned his MS in Strategic Intelligence from the National Intelligence University in Washington, DC in 2003. His classified thesis focused on the current and emerging issues confronting China and Taiwan and Taiwan’s ability to retain sovereignty into the future. He has performed a wi...2018-04-2859 minCold War ConversationsCold War ConversationsEspionage, East Germany and Berlin with Spybrary host Shane Whaley - Part 1 (4)Welcome to episode 4 (part 1) of Cold War Conversations. Today we’re talking about Cold War espionage, East Germany and Berlin with Spybrary host, Shane Whaley. Shane runs the Spybrary podcast at spybrary.com. Their goal is to encourage people to read new spy novels, revisit an old espionage classic and discuss them with our community of like minded spy fans. It’s great fun if you like spy books I highly recommend his podcast. Settle in for a wide ranging and hopefully interesting conversation with my good friend Shane Whaley. We could have gone on...2018-04-1856 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary at Spy Con 2018On Episode 39, Spybrary Spy Podcast host Shane Whaley brings you interviews from the inaugural Spy Con. Shane caught up with former Spybrary Podcast guests Lt Col Michael Brady (author of Into the Shadows) and Matthew Kresal. He also got to chat Ian Fleming books with RC Layton who owns over 400 Ian Fleming related 007 books and James Strickland the owner of several James Bond tribute cars. Shane talks about his experience on various Spy Con panels including defending John le Carre on the Ian Fleming versus John le Carre 'debate.' Listen in as Shane reveals who he...2018-04-0736 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastMichael Smith and No Man Dies TwiceFormer Intelligence Expert and Journalist Michael Smith talks to Spybrary about his debut fiction novel No Man Dies Twice. English journalist Michael Smith (Killer Elite and Foley the Spy Who Saved 10,000 Jews) has penned his first ever fiction novel. On this our 36th episode of the Spybrary Spy Podcast, host Shane Whaley talks to Smith about his new book, what jobs he carried out working for British Intelligence, what he did at the BBC Monitoring Service and what spy fiction he enjoys reading today. Plus Much More! One spy has been sent to assassinate Hitler...2018-03-111h 03Spybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastMick Herron interview - London Rules and Slough House  Spybrary Podcast: Episode 34 With Author MICK HERRON!   In this very special episode of the Spybrary Podcast, Shane turns the mic over to special agent David Craggs (from Episode 23) who interviews award-winning British author Mick Herron about his Slough House spy series. Often called ‘the heir to John le CarrĂ©,’ Herron’s popularity and critical acclaim has been (rightly) gathering momentum over the past several years. Spybrary is thrilled to bring you this special one-on-one interview of an author who is sure to be at the top of the best-seller lists for decades to come! No...2018-02-2336 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastJohn Le Carre and the Cold War with Toby ManningAbout John Le Carre and the Cold War Toby Manning recently published his work which critically examines John Le Carre and the Cold War. Toby joins Shane Whaley on the Spybrary Spy Podcast to tell us more.2018-02-051h 03Spybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastEdinburgh Spy Week 2018 with Penny FieldingOn Episode 32 of the Spybrary Spy Podcast, host Shane Whaley discovers more about Edinburgh Spy Week 2018 with one of the organisers, Professor Penny Fielding. Penny reveals a stellar line up of speakers  who will be starring at the fifth Edinburgh Spy Week.  Can't make Edinburgh? This interview is still worth listening to you as Shane finds out more about Prof Fielding's love for spy literature and movies. It’s fun being a podcaster. I just got to chat for over an hour with an English Literature Professor all about spy books. Not my usua...2018-01-281h 10Spybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastAll About Spy Conn with Matt Sherman from BandFanEventsBilled as 'Spy Con celebrates espionage and Spy Fiction in all media from literature to television and film. Come be a special agent for the weekend!' Spybrary Host Shane Whaley was keen to find out more, so he got chatting with one of the organizers of Spy Con Matt Sherman who was kind enough to come on the podcast to share more with our listeners.   On this episode of the Spybrary Spy Podcast, Matt reveals more about the first ever Spy Con, including who is lined up to speak and what special e...2018-01-1742 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastThe Exphoria Code Brush Pass ReviewSpybrary Brush Pass: Agent Jeff Quest shares his thoughts on Antony Johnston's The Exphoria Code Tune in to episode 27 of the Spybrary Podcast at hear what Spybrarian Jeff Quest had to to say about The Exphoria Code and why you might want to give it a go. What is The Exphoria Code all about then? Official blurb... “Very possibly the definitive espionage thriller of the early 21st century” – Alan Moore Brigitte Sharp, a cyber-espionage specialist with MI6, has been deskbound and in therapy for three years, after her first field...2017-12-2609 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastThe Ghost: The Secret Life of CIA Spymaster James Jesus Angleton ReviewSpybrary Brush Pass: The Ghost: The Secret Life of CIA Spymaster James Jesus Angleton   Spybrarian Matthew Kresal shares his brush pass review on The Ghost: The Secret Life of CIA Spymaster James Jesus Angleton by Jefferson Morley which has recently been published. According to Tim Weiner, author of Legacy of Ashes -The History of the CIA 'The Ghost' is.. "The best book ever written about the strangest CIA chief who ever lived." - Listen to today's episode of Spybrary and hear what reader  and Spybrary contributor Matthew thinks of...2017-12-0708 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastThe Lebensborn Spy by Christopher McIntoshOn Episode 25 of the Spybrary Spy Podcast, host Shane Whaley talks to author Christopher McIntosh about his cold war spy thriller 'The Lebensborn Spy' What is the Lebensborn Spy all about then? 'The Lebensborn Spy is a novel based on a real situation during the Cold War, in which former inmates of the Nazi Lebensborn maternity and children's homes were used as spies by the East German intelligence service. The story involves one such spy, who goes to Denmark to carry out espionage for the German Democratic Republic and to find his mother, who he...2017-12-0349 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastLondon Spy Tours with Brian Gray of the Intelligence TrailBrian Gray of the Sunday Spy Show talks to us about his London Spy Tours and much much more! Ever wondered what its like to go on a London Spy Tour? Today we learn more about the Intelligence Trail's London Spy Tours. Spy Tours are becoming very popular with spy aficionados, both with those who enjoy the fictional spy books of James Bond or Tom Clancy right through to impressive non fiction spy writing from the likes of Nigel West and Ben MacIntyre. Many of us want to check out the locations (either real or...2017-11-2556 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastGo Into the Shadows with Michael Brady Into the Shadows – The Fever with Michael Brady Lt Col Michael Brady was an intelligence officer for over 20 years. Find out more about his first spy novel ‘Into the Shadows‘ on the Spybrary Podcast with Host Shane Whaley. This is the story of Michael Brennan, a career CIA non-official cover (NOC) intelligence officer and his quest to identify and disrupt a plot crafted by the Islamic State terror group. After Michael travels to Israel and meets with Israeli intelligence, he partners with Elif Turan, a Mossad agent working in Turkey as a false flag alon...2017-10-0649 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastGoodbye To An Old Friend - Brian FreemantleGoodbye to an Old Friend 'Brush Pass' Review Goodbye to an Old Friend is the first novel written by Charlie Muffin creator Brian Freemantle. He wrote this book on his daily commute to and from work.  Spybrary Host Shane Whaley is a huge fan of Charlie Muffin so he decided to give Freemantle's debut spy novel a go. This is the first 'Brush Pass' episode on Spybrary. The aim of this format is to share our thoughts on a spy book or movie straight after finishing the last page of the novel or just after t...2017-08-1317 minSpybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastRoger Moore Remembered 'For Your Ears Only' -Special EpisodeRoger Moore Remembered 'For Your Ears Only' -Special Episode Sir Roger Moore, actor, UNICEF Ambassador, author and father passed away this week. This is the episode of Spybrary we never wanted to record. Spybrary host Shane Whaley and author Jeffrey Westhoff, two guys from opposite sides of the Atlantic who ruined many a school photo with their 'Roger Moore' eyebrow impressions fondly talk about why they are massive fans of Sir Roger Moore's work. (That lucky Jeffrey even got to interview Sir Roger Moore once and got paid for it.) In this Roger Moore...2017-05-251h 02Spybrary Spy PodcastSpybrary Spy PodcastTalking spy fiction with Author Jeffrey WesthoffOn this weeks Spybrary, author Jeffrey Westhoff talks to host Shane Whaley about his spy book 'The Boy Who Knew Too Much' and shares with us his thoughts on the spy genre and how he interviewed 5 of the actors who played James Bond 0072017-05-061h 10The Joe Pardo ShowThe Joe Pardo ShowBetter Living Through Juicing and Podcasting with Shane WhaleyShane Whaley not only changed his health with juicing, but has been working on creating a career around talking shop with JuicingRadio.com and JuicingPost.com! Connect with Shane Whaley JuicingRadio.com JuicingPost.com Juicing Radio is a podcast aimed at motivating, inspiring and educating people who are interested in starting juicing, sustaining juicing or renewing their interest in juicing. Shane Whaley set up RunningOnJuice.com in 2010 to keep himself publicly accountable when he started juicing for weight loss and running. (He went on to lose 80 pounds and run...2016-03-2940 minPodcast Episodes | Podcast Answer Man - Podcast Consultant - Consulting / How To Podcast - Learn How To Podcast with the world’s leading podcast authority.Podcast Episodes | Podcast Answer Man - Podcast Consultant - Consulting / How To Podcast - Learn How To Podcast with the world’s leading podcast authority.425 How Podcasting Led One Man To The Bond Woman of His Dreams – An Interview With Shane Whaley of Juicing RadioAn Interview With Shane Whaley of Juicing Radio – 00:07:46 In this week's episode, I am honored to feature a conversation that I had with my friend, Shane Whaley, from JuicingRadio.com. Shane is an alumni of my Podcasting A to Z Coaching Program and launched his podcast, Juicing Radio, on October 30th, 2014. Since the [
] The post 425 How Podcasting Led One Man To The Bond Woman of His Dreams – An Interview With Shane Whaley of Juicing Radio appeared first on Podcast Answer Man - Podcast Consultant - Consulting / How To Podcast - Learn How To Podcast with the world’s leadin...2015-11-2747 mininfinite pie connection podcastinfinite pie connection podcast"You've got to know where you want to go" with Shane WhaleyShane Whaley is the host of JuicingRadio.com and was introduced to me by his co-host Angela Von Buelow when I spoke to her for the connection podcast.  Angela spoke of Shane's support and guidance when she found herself "ready to run" and to make a massive change in her life.  So why Shane?  I am sure that as you listen in, you will soon find out.  With a background in Sales and Sales Management, Shane took the time to master his craft, from listening, helping and serving, creating empathy and trust, to building relationships.  Most importantly he had been there bef...2014-02-121h 24