15 episodes

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. 

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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. 

Listen on Apple Podcasts
Requires subscription and macOS 11.4 or higher

    Code Red | Chapter 1

    Code Red | Chapter 1

    On his way to the subway one morning, Jack Barsky receives a signal from the Center.
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    • 45 min
    The Mission | Chapter 2

    The Mission | Chapter 2

    Albrecht must decide on his future path.
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    • 39 min
    The Dance | Chapter 3

    The Dance | Chapter 3

    Just as Albrecht finds love, Moscow comes calling.
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    • 39 min
    Belly of the Beast | Chapter 4

    Belly of the Beast | Chapter 4

    Albrecht learns the craft of an agent while with the KGB in Moscow. But where is this all going?
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    • 44 min
    My Name is... | Chapter 5

    My Name is... | Chapter 5

    Albrecht heads West on his first and very dangerous mission.
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    • 42 min
    Bright Lights | Chapter 6

    Bright Lights | Chapter 6

    Jack Barsky arrives in New York City, hiding in plain sight amongst the millions.
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    • 45 min

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