#11 | Top Ten Best Spies, Espionage, WW2, WW1, Femme Fatale
Description
In this episode of Tomfoolery and Hullabaloo , Scott and Sarah dive into the fascinating world of spies, particularly focusing on the significant contributions of women in espionage throughout history. The conversation begins with personal anecdotes from Sarah about her grandfather's career in the CIA, leading into a broader discussion about the nature of spying, the requirements to become a spy, and the various roles women have played in intelligence. The hosts highlight notable female spies such as Virginia Hall, Nancy Wake, and Harriet Tubman, while also debating the controversial figure of Mata Hari. The episode concludes with a fun segment on spy gadgets and a light-hearted 'Would You Rather' game related to espionage.
**Note, the book Sarah refers to in this episode is, in fact, not titled "The White Something." It was titled "Code Name: Pale Horse" and it is written by former FBI agent, Scott Payne.
Keywords
spies, espionage, female spies, history, intelligence, CIA, WWII, spy gadgets, Harriet Tubman, Virginia Hall
United States
