Episodes

  • Drinks and le Carré with Henry Jeffreys

    Drinks and le Carré with Henry Jeffreys
    Mar 2 2026
    In this episode, I talk with drinks writer Henry Jeffreys about how John le Carré used various alcoholic beverages in his work. We talk about Henry’s interactions with le Carré while he working in publishing, le Carré’s legacy and what goes into the drink called a White Lady. In addition, we explore different types of […]
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    57 mins
  • Matt Kindt on John le Carre and The Circus: Losing Control

    Matt Kindt on John le Carre and The Circus: Losing Control
    Feb 16 2026
    In this episode, I talk with the writer of the new comic book miniseries The Circus: Losing Control set in the world of John le Carré. We talk about Matt’s fascination with spies, his research for the comic and how he got the Circus out of Vauxhall Cross and back where it belongs. In addition, […]
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    33 mins
  • The Night Manager – Season 2 Episode 6 Recap

    The Night Manager – Season 2 Episode 6 Recap
    Feb 3 2026
    In this episode, I talk with Clay about the season finale of THE NIGHT MANAGER season 2. We talk about Roper and Roxy, blue cars and that finale episode body count. Plus, what could happen in season 3? Finally, is this – The Night Manager, or how I learned to stop worrying and love (?) […]
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    49 mins
  • The Night Manager – Season 2 Episode 5 Recap

    The Night Manager – Season 2 Episode 5 Recap
    Jan 28 2026
    In this episode, I talk with returning le Carré Cast guest Mark Meynell about the fifth episode of THE NIGHT MANAGER season 2. We talk about that showdown between Pine and Roper, Teddy’s reversal and where things might go in that final episode of the season. Plus, did Roxy just swipe right on Roper? Finally, […]
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    46 mins
  • The Night Manager – Season 2 Episode 4 Recap

    The Night Manager – Season 2 Episode 4 Recap
    Jan 20 2026
    In this episode, I talk with returning le Carré Cast MVP Matthew Bradford about the fourth episode of THE NIGHT MANAGER season 2. We talk about how things got supercharged with this episode. Roper returns! Columbian Motorcycles! David Farr’s Dreams! Plus, those Columbian locations, Hugh Laurie’s birthday and ALL CAPS EMAILS! Finally, this episode changes […]
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    58 mins
  • Best of 2025 – Part 2

    Best of 2025 – Part 2
    Jan 15 2026
    In this episode, I return with more of my favorite moments from episodes this past year. I hope you enjoy it. Thanks for a great 2025 and have a wonderful 2026! Nick Harkaway Federico Varese Michael Idov Matthew Bradford Tiffany Babb Clay Major Steven Ritterman Jeff’s site – SpyWrite.com Jeff’s twitter – @spywrite Listen on […]
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    52 mins
  • The Night Manager – Season 2 Episode 3 Recap

    The Night Manager – Season 2 Episode 3 Recap
    Jan 13 2026
    In this episode, I talk with Clay about the third episode of THE NIGHT MANAGER season 2. We talk about the throple action, wearing business attire on covert missions, and why you should always make sure to keep at least 20 million dollars in your bank account. Plus, that shocking episode ending reveal!! Finally, where […]
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    55 mins
  • Best of 2025 – Part 1

    Best of 2025 – Part 1
    Jan 8 2026
    In this episode, I picked some of my favorite moments from episodes this past year. I hope you enjoy it. We’ll be back soon with part 2! Ben H. Winters Mark Meynell Keir Graff Scott O’Connor Tod Hoffman Helen Lewis Jessica Douthwaite Jeff’s site – SpyWrite.com Jeff’s twitter – @spywrite Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen […]
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    51 mins