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• Simon Scarrow on A Death in Berlin

  Simon Scarrow, the bestselling novelist, talks to Antonia Senior about his new novel A Death in Berlin. Set in Nazi Germany, this is the third in his series about detective Horst Schenke, an investigator with the Kripo unit. A man has been murdered, and Berlin is flooded with fake ration cards. How does Schenke deal with being a good man within a terrible regime? Simon and Antonia talk about living under the Nazis, about modern parallels and about the art of historical fiction. Buy the book here: https://amzn.eu/d/cQw2kAv Follow Simon: https://www.simonscarrow.co.uk/ More on the podcast: https://aspectsofhistory.com/spy-masters-podcasts/ on X we're @Spymasterspod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• Trump and our Intelligence Alliance, with Michael Smith

  Antonia Senior talks to Michael Smith, author of the Real Special Relationship, about the new world order and its impact on the US-UK intelligence alliance. Michael is a journalist and author of a number of books on spies and intelligence. He is a former member of the board of Bletchley Park. Antonia and Michael explore the dynamics of intelligence sharing between the UK and the US, witth historical context, trust issues, and the impact of political leadership on intelligence operations. They look at the future of intelligence cooperation amidst global challenges, particularly in the grey zone of warfare and the role of NATO in maintaining security. Buy Michael's book here: https://amzn.eu/d/5Aqm2eu Follow Michael here: https://www.michaelsmithauthor.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• The Oligarch's Daughter, with Joseph Finder

  In this episode of the Spymasters podcast, Antonia Senior interviews bestselling novelist Joseph Finder about his latest thriller, 'The Oligarch's Daughter.' The conversation delves into the book's premise, character dynamics, and the intricate themes of wealth, trust, and the blurred lines between capitalism and intelligence in Russia. Finder shares insights into his writing process, the challenges of creating relatable characters in extraordinary situations, and the cultural nuances that inform his storytelling. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• The Seventh Floor, with David McCloskey

  Writer and journalist Antonia Senior interviews bestselling author David McCloskey about his latest novel, 'The Seventh Floor.' The conversation delves into the intricacies of espionage, the brutal realities of interrogation, and the complex relationships between characters in the world of intelligence. McCloskey shares insights from his experience as a former CIA analyst, exploring themes of friendship, betrayal, and the moral dilemmas faced by those in the intelligence community. Buy the book: https://amzn.eu/d/36LWTuM David McCloskey, The Seventh Floor, CIA, espionage, spy novels, mole hunt, interrogation, character dynamics, Russian intelligence, friendship in espionage Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• Notes on a Drowning, with Anna Sharpe

  In this episode of the Spymasters podcast, Antonia Senior interviews Anna Sharpe. about her new book, 'Notes on a Drowning.' Sharpe is a pseudonym for the award winning novelist Anna Mazzola. The conversation explores the book's themes of political intrigue, legal drama, and the murky world of espionage. Mazzola discusses her transition from historical fiction to contemporary writing, the influences behind her work, and the social commentary woven throughout her narrative. The discussion also touches on the challenges faced in the criminal justice system and the allure of espionage in literature, particularly in the context of modern spy craft. Buy the book here: https://amzn.eu/d/0kzWqeH Read more about Anna's legal work at the Centre for Women's Justice: https://www.centreforwomensjustice.org.uk/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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