SPYCRAFT 101

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269. Operation Sparrow: Deceiving Hitler in WWII with Dr. Jason Bell

October 12, 2026

Today's guest is Dr. Jason Bell. Jason is a professor of philosophy at the University of New Brunswick, who has served as a Fulbright professor in Germany and taught at universities in Belgium, the United States, and Canada. He's here to discuss one of the least known and most important deception operations of World War II, when three OSS officers parachuted into Hungary with one goal in mind: to be taken prisoner and interrogated by German forces. Connect with Jason: jasonbell.org Check out ...

268. China's Cyber Spies: The Cyber Espionage Frontier with Dr. Ahana Datta Fasel

October 05, 2026

Today Justin talks with Dr. Ahana Datta Fasel. Ahana graduated from University College London with a PhD and is the former cyber chief for the Financial Times media group in London. She has also held senior roles in the United Kingdom government, including with the Ministry of Justice, the Cabinet Office, and the National Cybersecurity Centre. Her editorials have been published in The Financial Times and Columbia Journalism Review. She's here to discuss her book, Full Stack Spies: Cyber Espio...

267. Guardian: Real Life in the CIA with Thomas Pecora

September 28, 2026

This week Justin talks with Tom Pecora. Tom spent 24 years as a security officer with the Central Intelligence Agency. He served in hotspots all over the world, including Somalia, Iraq, the Philippines, and Pakistan. Tom was the chief of security for CIA operations in Iraq in 2004 and 2005, and later the deputy chief of security for the Counterterrorism Center. He's been awarded the Intelligence Star and the Career Intelligence Medal. He's here to discuss his career with CIA, which he wrote a...

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SPYCRAFT 101 is hosted by Justin Black. Its publicly listed email is jessi@venusneptunestudios.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for SPYCRAFT 101?

The publicly listed email for SPYCRAFT 101: jessi@venusneptunestudios.com.

How many listeners does SPYCRAFT 101 have?

Podseeker estimates SPYCRAFT 101 reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for SPYCRAFT 101?

SPYCRAFT 101 typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Former intelligence officers, military officers, undercover law-enforcement agents, historians, and authors with documented expertise or firsthand experience in espionage, covert operations, military history, or national security. Common among recent guests: Published books on espionage, intelligence, military history, or major investigations; Senior or extended service with intelligence agencies or armed forces; Decorations or formal recognition for intelligence or military service. Recent guests include Tim Spicer, Joseph Gelman, and Gene Coyle.

How hard is it to get booked on SPYCRAFT 101?

High. It mostly books established leaders in its field.

What topics does SPYCRAFT 101 cover?

Recent episodes cover History, Espionage, Intelligence, Covert Operations, and Military History. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.