Project Genetrix: When Soviet Parks Displayed American Spy Tech

Discover the Cold War’s strangest public exhibition—top-secret US cameras showcased in Moscow’s Gorky Park, 1956.

Discover the intriguing story behind Project Genetrix, a Soviet initiative where parks and public displays showcased what appeared to be American spy technology. This fascinating episode unravels how, during the Cold War, both sides used public exhibitions as espionage tools, blurring the lines between propaganda and genuine technological exchange. Listeners will gain insight into covert tactics, the importance of perception in espionage, and how these displays influenced Cold War intelligence efforts.