I Was a Communist for the FBI

Treason Comes in Cans

English · Espionage, Dramatic Readings, Mystery & Thriller

I Was a Communist for the FBI is a crime and espionage radio drama inspired by the experiences of former Communist Party member Matt Cvetic, who worked undercover for the FBI. The series follows the dangers and personal strain of his double life as he gathers information while trying to maintain his cover.

Presented as a dramatic radio program, the series combines suspenseful storytelling with the atmosphere of Cold War-era investigations. Its stories center on covert activity, divided loyalties, and the risks faced by an informant operating among people who may suspect his true purpose.

The result is a tense, direct listening experience shaped by secrecy and the constant possibility of exposure. This recording is identified as “Treason Comes in Cans.”

This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.