Survive Like a Spy

Real CIA Operatives Reveal How They Stay Safe in a Dangerous World and How You Can Too

De: Jason Hanson

Narrado por: Jason Hanson

Follow-up to the New York Times bestseller Spy Secrets That Can Save Your Life--revealing high-stakes techniques and survival secrets from real intelligence officers in life-or-death situations around the world

Everyone loves a good spy story, but most of the ones we hear are fictional. That's because the most dangerous and important spycraft is done in secret, often hidden in plain sight.

In this powerful new book, bestselling author and former CIA officer Jason Hanson takes the reader deep inside the world of espionage, revealing true stories and expert tactics from real agents engaged in life-threatening missions around the world.

With breathtaking accounts of spy missions in Eastern Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and elsewhere, the book reveals how to:

* Achieve mental sharpness to be ready for anything
* Escape if taken hostage
* Set up a perfect safe site
* Assume a fake identity
* Master the "Weapons of Mass Influence" to recruit others, build rapport, and make allies when you need them most

With real-life spy drama that reads like a novel paired with expert practical techniques, Survive Like a Spy will keep you on the edge of your seat – and help you stay safe when you need it most.

Reseñas de la Crítica

"You never know when you will suddenly be confronted by a 'do or die' situation. None of us can. Jason’s unique collection of such incidents are recounted by real CIA covert operations officers. And intriguing and fascinating as they are, their greatest value is in giving you insight into the way of thinking and reacting that these covert operators demonstrate. Just one story could save your life."
—Peter Earnest, executive director of the International Spy Museum and former CIA clandestine service officer

"In the past fifty years, I have conducted leadership development workshops for over 100,000 leaders in Russia, Europe, the United States, Mexico, Canada, and Australia. I can confirm that whether you travel around the world or just in the United States, this is a must-have book for surviving in today’s world. Every American can benefit from this book and it should be mandatory reading for staying safe."
— Peter A. Land, Colonel USAF (Ret.), former director of management consultation, United States Air Force

"Survive Like a Spy is both a thrilling read and a primer full of lifesaving tactics. It’s a rare chance you get to learn from the best CIA operatives on how to stay alive in the crazy world we live in, which is why I highly recommend this book."
—Alain Burrese, former Army sniper and author of Survive a Shooting

"As someone who’s worked operations with the CIA, I can tell you that Jason and his team are the real deal and that you’ll absolutely learn many life-saving skills in this book. In fact, I can’t believe the CIA let Jason share some of these stories."
—Cade Courtley, former Navy SEAL and author of Seal Survival Guide

"I attest to the life-saving techniques presented in this book. I have relied on the tradecraft skills disclosed in this book to keep me alive and out of foreign prisons. I have conducted operations with the operatives who have shared their stories in this book, and as amazing as it sounds, this book presents factual and accurate methods used by intelligence operatives."
—Michael D., former clandestine operations officer, CIA, NSA, DIA

"Survive Like a Spy is an incredible survival book. Even though I’m a Marine, retired police officer, and black belt, I learned spy survival tricks that I can add to my arsenal."
—Danny Lane, ninth degree black belt master and founder of the World Martial Arts Centers and the World Martial Arts Federation

"Great tips on staying safe from a former CIA officer. This book is a good addition to the library of anyone who wants to keep themselves and their families out of trouble."
—Colonel Scott Hovis, United States Army

Interesting

Some of this material, most notably the technology/computer usage section, seems like "common sense" to me but it might not be for many people. Overall, there is good information to be found here.

Decent but not great

Too many spook stories, attempts to make the case stories sound “real” like when he lists time and month (but not year) , brief descriptions of subjects - attempting to appear to read from a case file

You can also identify in advance when he talks up some ultra cool spy tool - and then proceeds to advertise it available on his web site. All you have to do is give him some personal and credit card info - stuff he warns you about giving away in the book. Many items are “free”you just have to pay for shipping (Credit card details grabbed, monthly, expensive “newsletter” subscription added)

That said, author appears qualified on the subjects covered and has to make a living.

Book does come with some occasional useful info.

Get it

I really like both the way the author writes and the narrator. Legit useful skills in this book.

Very Helpful Information....

Although some of the information is well-known, the spy tactics aren't and should prove useful in the future.

An interesting book indeed!

I love to see books being narrated by the authors. Usually they have someone else read it.

Very impressed and learned allot

I thank Jason Hanson for this book and for the in-depth information, something’s I knew but allot I didn’t. If you listen have something to write with and a note pad. Before you start. Pass this along to your friends and family. Like he said, be safe, alert, and prepared but still have a good time. Trust your gut.

A Must Read.p

very useful information useful to anyone who wants to live a more secure life.

This book is great!!

I've already read (and re-read) Jasons first book "Spy secrets that can save your life" and loved it. Now this book is just as good. I'm thinking about giving this book as a gift for family and friends.

Insightful but wanted to hear more....

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Yes. It was recommended to me by a Vietnam Navy Seal friend. I already knew quite a few things since I'm fortunate to be around Men who often share safety tips with me. It was great to listen to the Missions and how he worked around obstacles as they arose. The computer info was useful and I already do about 50% of it but will put in to practice the other 50% for added security.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Survive Like a Spy?

Hard to say but enjoyed the Missions and each Story the best. The tips are great of course but following the details on the Missions were quite fascinating. This is the real deal and not a Hollywood Movie so it makes it more exciting. We owe a great deal to these Men and Women for putting themselves in harms way to keep us safe.

Have you listened to any of Jason Hanson’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

No, I have not. I was just referred to read his latest book but it's not on Audible yet. The other book seemed too similar so I bought just the one.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

"Think Like a Spy"

Any additional comments?

Jason has a great voice to be telling these stories, facts, etc. Easy to listen to and speaks precise. Looking forward to more stories....

unverifiable stories of a highly dubious nature

so it's very listenable he does a good job narrating the real problem here is you can't by its nature verify any of this information at all. it's really just hard to say whether he's just making stuff up it could be true and it could be complete fabricated nonsense it's really hard to say who's to say if any of this happened or if any of these things didn't happen it's not exactly a science.