I Was a Communist for the FBI

The Red Record

English · Espionage, Mystery & Thriller, Dramatic Readings

I Was a Communist for the FBI is a dramatic radio series inspired by the experiences of former Communist Party member and FBI informant Matt Cvetic. The stories follow an undercover agent working within the Communist Party, where he must conceal his identity while gathering information for the Bureau.

Episodes combine espionage, suspense, and crime drama, placing the central character in situations where a wrong word or misplaced trust could expose him. The series draws on the tension between his secret work and the personal cost of maintaining a double life.

With its serious tone and focus on covert investigations, the program offers a compact, suspense-driven portrait of Cold War-era intrigue. The episode title, “The Red Record,” signals a story within that world of undercover danger and investigation.

This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.