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The Agent

By: Imperative Entertainment
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  • 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. 
    2022 Imperative Entertainment
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  • The Agent | Trailer

    The Agent | Trailer
    Oct 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
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    3 mins
  • Code Red | Chapter 1

    Code Red | Chapter 1
    Oct 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
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    45 mins
  • The Mission | Chapter 2

    The Mission | Chapter 2
    Oct 31 2021
    Albrecht must decide on his future path. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    40 mins
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Honest, Incredible Tale

As a child in 1980's America, we were taught that Russians and the KGB were "bad guys". This story gives a completely different, humanized perspective. Jack Barsky tells his truth and it is an incredible story. One does not typically equate emotion with KGB agents, but Mr. Barsky's story is filled with it. Love, guilt, regret. Truly a remarkable tale and worth the listen.

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Such an intriguing and compelling production

do not miss this blog, the retelling with background information of such an awesome book.

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Fabulous!

Absolutely Fabulous! This was an amazing biography of a Russian spy during the Cold War. The complexity of Jack's humanity is a study in the psychological variations of which a human being is capable.

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Fascinating and captivating story

This is a truly fascinating and captivating story, especially if you're interested in history, politics. the former USSR or spy stories - though this is more abuut the human being that is Jack Barsky than the spy job. I would maybe recommend the book, though I have yet to listen to it, for more details about missions and stuff.
This is not a hollywood mpvie, it is a very human story about growing up with one ideology and shifting your allegiances through your experiences, connections and way of life in various foreign countries.
The only less- enjoyable thingsabout this are all of the ads that make up almost half of every episoe.

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fascinating story told by the subject

the subject of this story has lived one hell of an exciting life and knows how to tell his story. this documentary thriller podcast is a wonderful listen. I very much recommend it.

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Multiplicity!

An amazing story, riveting! A secret true tale through time and history. Loved it!

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Fascinating true story

This is a really interesting podcast. I can’t imagine being able to compartmentalize my life like Jack had to do to maintain his cover. Very interesting.

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