I Was a Communist for the FBI

Red Rover, Red Rover

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

Presented as a suspenseful crime and espionage drama, the program centers on covert assignments, secret loyalties, and the threat of exposure. Its title reflects the series’ first-person perspective, placing listeners close to the risks faced by an informant operating among people who believe he shares their cause.

The series combines investigative tension with the moral complications of living under an assumed identity. This recording is titled “Red Rover, Red Rover,” offering a focused entry into the program’s world of undercover work and Cold War intrigue.


This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.