Essential Cold War Berlin Spy Sites You Must Visit and a few hidden gems!

Step back into the shadows of Cold War Berlin with this week's episode of Spybrary. My guest is James Stejskal, a former U.S. Special Forces operator who spent 23 years in clandestine service—much of it in divided Berlin. He's just released his new book, Berlin: A Spy's Guide to it's Cold War History in Story and Image, and joins me to share his tips on the best Berlin Cold War sites to visit. You'll hear about: Why Berlin is the city of spies! What it was really like serving in Berlin during the Cold War. His picks for the three essential Cold War spy sites every fan must visit. Three hidden, off-the-beaten-track spots in Berlin that most tourists miss. Which spy novelist best captured the city's tense, shadowy atmosphere. My own must-see Berlin recommendations for spy enthusiasts. If Berlin is on your travel list—or if you're fascinated by the city's role in espionage and cold war history—this episode is for yo