The Agent
Cumulus Podcast Network
2022 Webby Award Honoree, Podcast Documentary Limited Series and Specials. The Agent is the remarkable true story of Jack Barsky, the longest-surviving known member of the KGB illegals program operated during the height of the Cold War. Barsky hid in plain sight in America for 10 years, all the while leading dual lives on both sides of the Atlantic Ocean. On one fateful day, he was confronted with an impossible choice. The Agent is a production of Imperative Entertainment in association with Windjoy and is created, written, produced and edited by Jason Hoch. Narration by Alden Ehrenreich. Executive Producers are Jason Hoch, Jack Barsky and Alden Ehrenreich. Original score by Jasha Klebe. Sound engineering and additional editing by Shaine Freeman.
Location:
United States
Genres:
History Podcasts
Networks:
Cumulus Podcast Network
Description:
2022 Webby Award Honoree, Podcast Documentary Limited Series and Specials. The Agent is the remarkable true story of Jack Barsky, the longest-surviving known member of the KGB illegals program operated during the height of the Cold War. Barsky hid in plain sight in America for 10 years, all the while leading dual lives on both sides of the Atlantic Ocean. On one fateful day, he was confronted with an impossible choice. The Agent is a production of Imperative Entertainment in association with Windjoy and is created, written, produced and edited by Jason Hoch. Narration by Alden Ehrenreich. Executive Producers are Jason Hoch, Jack Barsky and Alden Ehrenreich. Original score by Jasha Klebe. Sound engineering and additional editing by Shaine Freeman.
Language:
English
Episodes
Cover Up: Ministry of Secrets
3/6/2023
Cover Up is a series of investigative stories that take us on a journey into a world of subterfuge and secrecy - a world where the truth is concealed under a blanket of lies. From corrupt individuals to clandestine institutions, Cover Up exposes deceit, deception and the abuse of power. Season one uncovers the story of The Ministry of Secrets, one of the great unsolved mysteries of the Cold War. At its heart is a missing person — a wartime hero and international celebrity. But that’s just the starting point. It involves the royal family, MI6, the CIA and the KGB. There’s conspiracies. And lies. This story is so sensitive, so secret - that the truth is being withheld for 100 years, until 2057. Presenter Giles Milton and producer Sarah Peters are on a quest to find out why… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:04:11
Special Preview Episode: Elizabeth the First. The Taylor Burton Show
11/23/2022
Here’s your special preview episode of the new series Elizabeth the First – about the remarkable life of Elizabeth Taylor. In our preview, Elizabeth Taylor meets Richard Burton on the set of Cleopatra. And the rest is Hollywood History. Headline News says ‘I love Elizabeth the First’ and the Toronto Star says the podcast is ‘sumptuously produced’. Find out what all the buzz is about by listening to the full series right now: https://link.chtbl.com/elizabeththefirst Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:30:53
The Man with Many Faces | Chapter 12
1/10/2022
You can go home again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:59:41
Brother, My Brother | Chapter 11
1/3/2022
A lifetime of secrets finally revealed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:53:09
No Way Out | Chapter 10
12/27/2021
The FBI closes in on Jack. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:42:13
Walls | Chapter 9
12/20/2021
Jack makes the biggest decision of his life, but at what cost? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:42:30
The Choice | Chapter 8
12/13/2021
Jack is confronted with an impossible choice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:44:53
The Rising Tide | Chapter 7
12/6/2021
An undercover agent goes back to college. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:44:05
Bright Lights | Chapter 6
11/4/2021
Jack Barsky arrives in New York City, hiding in plain sight amongst the millions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:45:12
My Name is... | Chapter 5
11/3/2021
Albrecht heads West on his first and very dangerous mission. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:42:10
Belly of the Beast | Chapter 4
11/2/2021
Albrecht learns the craft of an agent while with the KGB in Moscow. But where is this all going? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:44:59
The Dance | Chapter 3
11/1/2021
Just as Albrecht finds love, Moscow comes calling. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:39:33
The Mission | Chapter 2
10/31/2021
Albrecht must decide on his future path. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:39:23
Code Red | Chapter 1
10/30/2021
On his way to the subway one morning, Jack Barsky receives a signal from the Center. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:45:13
The Agent | Trailer
10/29/2021
The Agent is the remarkable true story of Jack Barsky, the longest-surviving known member of the KGB illegals program operated during the height of the Cold War. Barsky hid in plain sight in America for 10 years, all the while leading dual lives on both sides of the Atlantic Ocean. On one fateful day, he was confronted with an impossible choice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Duration:00:02:48