True Spies Classic: The Boiling Frog | CIA
Feb 03, 2026•39 min•Season 1Ep. 302
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Episode description
At the peak of his career, Jack Devine was one of the world's top spymasters. But everybody starts somewhere.
In this classic, follow Vanessa Kirby as she recounts the tale of Jack Devine's first overseas assignment, in Chile.
It's 1971, and the CIA is determined to undermine the country's socialist government. But as a military coup plot begins to gather steam, he's about to learn an important lesson - be careful what you wish for.
From SPYSCAPE, the home of secrets. A Cup And Nuzzle production. Series producer: Joe Foley. Produced by Morgan Childs. Music by Nick Ryan.
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