From CIA Secrets to Bestsellers: Barry Eisler on Writing What’s Real

What happens when a former CIA operative turns bestselling novelist? Barry Eisler has the answer. In this episode of Remarkable People, Guy Kawasaki explores Barry’s transformation from covert missions to crafting thrillers that keep readers up all night. From his early days in intelligence to his sharp-eyed commentary on government overreach, Barry shares how truth and fiction often blur. His newest book, The System, is a riveting example of how storytelling can illuminate the darker corners of power. This conversation will challenge how you see politics, justice, and the art of suspense.

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