S10 Ep42: A Spy’s Guide to Cold War Berlin with James Stejskal

S10 Ep42: A Spy’s Guide to Cold War Berlin with James Stejskal

April 29, 2026 · 1h 5m · Season 10 · Episode 42

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James Stejskal shares insights into Berlin's role as a hub of Cold War espionage.

In today’s episode, former Special Forces Detachment A operator James Stejskal shares his extraordinary insights into Berlin's role as the epicenter of Cold War espionage. From his personal experiences in the city to the strategic importance of intelligence operations, James explains how Berlin became the world's most notorious spy hub. Whether you're a history buff or an espionage enthusiast, this conversation unveils the secrets behind Berlin's legendary status in covert warfare.Subscribe and share to stay ahead in the world of intelligence, global issues, and current affairs.More on Cold War BerlinSpy's Guide to Berlin: James Stejskal's book exploring Berlin’s Cold War espionage historyMarkus Wolf Biography: On Amazon for deeper insights into Germany's top spyTeufelsberg NSA Listening Station: Historical overview of one of Berlin’s key signals intelligence sitesBerlin Wall Museum: Experience the history of the Berlin Wall firsthandStasi Museum Berlin: Dive into the secret world of East Germany’s secret policeCheckpoint Charlie Museum: Discover stories of espionage and escape in Cold War BerlinLearn more about James on his webiste: https://jamesstejskal.wordpress.comFollow…

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