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