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cover of episode The Misadventures of Martha Dodd, Part 1: The Pink Lady | KGB

The Misadventures of Martha Dodd, Part 1: The Pink Lady | KGB

2025/3/18
logo of podcast True Spies: Espionage | Investigation | Crime | Murder | Detective | Politics

True Spies: Espionage | Investigation | Crime | Murder | Detective | Politics
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Explore the intriguing life of Martha Dodd, daughter of an American ambassador, who navigated the complex social and political circles of pre-war Berlin.
  • Martha Dodd was the daughter of an eminent American historian and ambassador to Germany.
  • She was a 25-year-old Chicago socialite with dreams of becoming a famous writer.
  • Martha's life in Berlin was marked by scandalous relationships with high-ranking Nazi officials.
  • Despite warnings, Martha maintained these relationships, showcasing her controversial and daring nature.

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Content Warning: This episode contains adult themes throughout.

When defense journalist Brendan McNally stumbled across a long-forgotten name in 1990s Prague, he had no idea of the remarkable story he would uncover.

It belongs to Martha Dodd: ambassador's daughter, mistress to Nazi officials, and Stalinist spy.

In the first episode of this two-part True Spies special, Brendan traces Martha's journey from Chicago socialite to the toast of Berlin society - and the great loves that guided the course of her life.

From SPYSCAPE, the home of secrets. A Cup And Nuzzle production. Series producer: Joe Foley. Produced by Joe Foley. Music by Nick Ryan.

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