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The Den of Illustrious Thieves Re-Release (Madame Tussaud and the Chamber of Horrors) Feb 11, 2026

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Today, I'm re-releasing episode 1 of Queen of Crime: Madame Tussaud and the Chamber of Horrors. More information--plus some very exciting updates--in the intro to the episode. I hope you enjoy, and if you haven't already, go back and listen to Queen of Crime--it's season 3 of this podcast!

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The Nazi and the Psychiatrist Jan 28, 2026

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Why did the Nazis commit their atrocities? After the end of World War II, American psychiatrist Douglas Kelley tried to answer this question at Nuremberg prison. During his time as chief psychiatrist there, Kelley examined high-ranking Nazis, including Hermann Göring, as they waited to stand trial for war crimes. Today, we're joined by Jack El-Hai, author of The Nazi and the Psychiatrist, a book about what Kelley learned from his conversations with Göring.

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Atto the Castrato (Spy vs. Spy) Jan 14, 2026

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In the early seventeenth century, Atto Melani gained international renown as a castrato singer, used his stature to spy on French courtiers, and even played a role in electing a new pope. Today, we're tjoined by Dr. Roger Freitas to talk about this remarkable figure.

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Mission: Implausible, Part Three (Spy vs. Spy) Dec 17, 2025

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Having scored a trove of top-secret intelligence, Eppler and company desperately try to radio their findings to the German military. Unfortunately, their efforts explode in their face, to spectacular effect.

Show notes and full transcripts available at www.artofcrimepodcast.com.

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Mission: Implausible, Part Two (Spy vs. Spy) Dec 10, 2025

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Having made it to Cairo and forged an alliance with megastar belly dancer Hekmet Fahmy, Nazi spy Johannes Eppler began snooping around for intelligence that could be of use to the Germans. Thanks to Hekmet, Eppler got his first major breakthrough in the case.

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Mission: Implausible, Part One (Spy vs. Spy) Dec 03, 2025

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From an early age, Johannes Eppler yearned for adventure. It was for that reason more than any other that he agreed to spy for the Nazis. In 1942, he embarked on a dangerous mission to enter Egypt by way of the Western Desert, hoping to gather intelligence for the German military.

Show notes and full transcripts available at www.artofcrimepodcast.com.

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Princess, Singer, Actress, Spy: Asmahan (Spy vs. Spy) Nov 19, 2025

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In the 1930s, singer and actress Asmahan became one of the most beloved performers in the Arabic-speaking world. After the outbreak of World War II, she embarked on a secret mission to Syria to aid in the fight against Hitler.

For show notes and full transcripts, visit www.artofcrimepodcast.com.

If you'd like to suppor the show, please consider becoming a patron at www.patreon.com/artofcrimepodcast.

The Art Spy (Spy vs. Spy) Nov 05, 2025

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Today, we're joined by Michelle Young, author of a the brand-new nonfiction book, The Art Spy. It tells the amazing true story of Rose Valland, a museum professional who spied on the Nazis as they looted priceless artworks. To learn more about The Art Spy and the rest of Michelle's work, visit www.michelleyoungwriter.com .

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Introducing Season 6 . . . Oct 01, 2025

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Introducing season 6 . . .

Introducing History Daily: The Cold War Spy Swap Sep 24, 2025

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Today, I'm sharing an episode of History Daily, where they do history, daily. Every weekday, host Lindsay Graham (American Scandal, American History Tellers) takes you back in time to explore a momentous event that happened 'on this day' in history. In this episode:At the height of the Cold War, the United States and the Soviet Union conduct a spy exchange. If you like what you hear, make sure to follow History Daily wherever you get your podcasts.

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