No Limits: The Thriller Podcast

Is David McCloskey the Best Spy Writer Today? — The Persian Spoiler Review

Is David McCloskey the best spy writer of our generation? In this episode of No Limits: The Thriller Podcast, we deliver a FULL SPOILER review of The Persian by David McCloskey — breaking down the plot, characters, themes, and real-world intelligence tradecraft behind one of today’s most talked-about espionage novels. Drawing on McCloskey’s CIA background, The Persian pushes modern spy fiction toward deeper realism and moral complexity. We analyze how it compares to classic and contemporary masters of the genre and debate whether McCloskey belongs at the very top of modern espionage writing. ⚠️ SPOILER WARNING: This episode contains complete plot spoilers for The Persian. --- 🔗 LISTEN & WATCH Website: https://thrillerpod.com YouTube: https://thrillerpod.com/youtube Spotify: https://thrillerpod.com/spotify Apple Podcasts: https://thrillerpod.com/apple 💬 JOIN OUR BOOK CLUB Are you a die-hard thriller fan? You’re in excellent company. Join our Book Club on Patreon and dive into exclusive discussions, behind-the-scenes insights, and a 24/7 group chat of all things THRILLER! 👉 https://thrillerpod.com/bookclub   📱 FOLLOW US: Instagram → https://thrillerpod.com/instagram Twitter/X → https://thrillerpod.com/twitter Facebook → https://thrillerpod.com/facebook   📚 ABOUT NO LIMITS: • The Mitch Rapp Podcast: Deep dives into Vince Flynn & Kyle Mills' Rapp series.   • The Scot Harvath Podcast: Exploring Brad Thor's high-octane Harvath universe.   • The Thriller Podcast: Book reviews across the entire thriller genre: Jack Carr, Dan Brown, and more! --- CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview 01:08 Deep Dive into 'The Persian' 05:57 Character Analysis and Themes in Espionage 08:15 Initial Impressions and Character Engagement 11:19 The Puzzle Analogy: Understanding the Story's Structure 14:10 Themes of Expendability and Personal Sacrifice 17:09 Character Arcs: Transformation Through Adversity 20:16 Narrative Style: Flashbacks and Storytelling Techniques 26:15 Final Thoughts and Overall Impressions 38:43 Character Arcs and Buy-In 39:53 Conflict and Individual Stories 42:12 The Complexity of Good and Evil 43:55 Character Development and Relationships 47:26 Motherhood and Personal Growth 49:19 Setting and Immersion 53:54 Cover Art and Themes 01:00:12 Final Thoughts and Ratings — #ThePersian #DavidMcCloskey #SpyThriller #SpyFiction #EspionageThriller #BookReview #ThrillerBooks #ThrillerPodcast #BookPodcast #BookReview #MilitaryThriller #PoliticalThriller #NoLimitsPodcast

Jack Carr Talks The Fourth Option Thriller Novel (NO Spoilers)

In this exclusive interview, Jack Carr joins No Limits: The Thriller Podcast to go behind the scenes and break down the creation of his upcoming thriller novel, The Fourth Option. Get ready for a conspiracy, Western-inspired story featuring former Navy SEAL, Chris Walker, and his K-9 companion. From early story ideas and research to character decisions to differentiate from James Reece and The Terminal List universe, Jack takes us inside the process of co-authoring one of the most anticipated thrillers of the year. Whether you’re a longtime fan of Jack Carr or a thriller reader curious about how elite-level novels are crafted, this is a must-listen conversation. --- 🔗 LISTEN & WATCH Website: https://thrillerpod.com YouTube: https://thrillerpod.com/youtube Spotify: https://thrillerpod.com/spotify Apple Podcasts: https://thrillerpod.com/apple 💬 JOIN OUR BOOK CLUB Are you a die-hard thriller fan? You’re in excellent company. Join our Book Club on Patreon and dive into exclusive discussions, behind-the-scenes insights, and a 24/7 group chat of all things THRILLER! 👉 https://thrillerpod.com/bookclub   📱 FOLLOW US: Instagram → https://thrillerpod.com/instagram Twitter/X → https://thrillerpod.com/twitter Facebook → https://thrillerpod.com/facebook   📚 ABOUT NO LIMITS: • The Mitch Rapp Podcast: Deep dives into Vince Flynn & Kyle Mills' Rapp series.   • The Scot Harvath Podcast: Exploring Brad Thor's high-octane Harvath universe.   • The Thriller Podcast: Book reviews across the entire thriller genre: Jack Carr, Dan Brown, and more! --- CHAPTERS 00:00 – Welcome & episode setup 02:00 – Who is Jack Carr today? 06:00 – Origin of The Fourth Option 12:00 – Building the new protagonist 18:00 – Differentiating from James Reece 24:00 – Worldbuilding beyond The Terminal List 30:00 – Research, weapons, and tactics 36:00 – Co‑authoring process & collaboration 42:00 – Crafting high‑stakes action 48:00 – Themes, morality, and consequences 54:00 – Advice for aspiring thriller writers 59:00 – What’s next for Jack Carr 1:03:00 – Final thoughts & sign‑off --- #JackCarr #JamesReece #EspionageThriller #TheFourthOption #ThrillerBooks #ThrillerPodcast #BookPodcast #BookReview #MilitaryThriller #PoliticalThriller #AuthorInterview #NoLimitsPodcast

The Next Mitch Rapp Book (2026) - Plot REVEALED!

Chris & Mike react to an exclusive leak of the plot for next Mitch Rapp book by Don Bentley! #MitchRappLives "Mitch Rapp signed up to be an assassin. A lone wolf who hunts and kills his nation’s enemies on their turf. Now, he has a new mission – penetrate a jihadi cell intent on stealing a stockpile of chemical weapons as they transit from Iraq to Syria. But Mitch Rapp isn’t the only one who wants those weapons. The heist is an opportunity of a lifetime. An opportunity that will fray alliances, force enemies to seek common ground and resurrect long-settled vendettas. As the events triggered by the heist cascade out of control, Mitch Rapp must stop the chain reaction before the Middle East reaches critical mass" -Amazon.co.uk --- 🔗 LISTEN & WATCH Website: https://thrillerpod.com YouTube: https://thrillerpod.com/youtube Spotify: https://thrillerpod.com/spotify Apple Podcasts: https://thrillerpod.com/apple 💬 JOIN OUR BOOK CLUB Are you a die-hard thriller fan? You’re in excellent company. Join our Book Club on Patreon and dive into exclusive discussions, behind-the-scenes insights, and a 24/7 group chat of all things THRILLER! 👉 https://thrillerpod.com/bookclub   📱 FOLLOW US: Instagram → https://thrillerpod.com/instagram Twitter/X → https://thrillerpod.com/twitter Facebook → https://thrillerpod.com/facebook  📚 ABOUT NO LIMITS: • The Mitch Rapp Podcast: Deep dives into Vince Flynn & Kyle Mills' Rapp series.   • The Scot Harvath Podcast: Exploring Brad Thor's high-octane Harvath universe.   • The Thriller Podcast: Expanding to the entire thriller genre including Jack Carr, Dan Brown, and more! --- CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction to No Limits Podcast 01:31 Mitch Rapp 2025 Plot Reveal 04:46 Analyzing the Heist Theme 07:58 Character Connections and Timeline Speculations 11:41 Potential Titles and Release Date Discussion --- KEYWORDS: Mitch Rapp, Vince Flynn, Don Bentley, spy thrillers, heist, plot reveal, novels, fiction, Kyle Mills #NoLimitsPodcast #ThrillerPodcast #SpyThrillers

Cry Havoc by Jack Carr - Full spy thriller breakdown with Tyler!

Jack Carr's explosive new thriller Cry Havoc takes us deep into Vietnam's shadow wars—where a young Tom Reece faces ruthless spycraft, betrayal, and carnage that shapes the Terminal List universe. In this full spoiler breakdown, Tyler joins Chris and Mike to dissect every twist, character arc, and tactical masterstroke, revealing why this might be Carr's best espionage thriller entry yet. --- 🔗 LISTEN & WATCH Website: https://thrillerpod.com YouTube: https://thrillerpod.com/youtube Spotify: https://thrillerpod.com/spotify Apple Podcasts: https://thrillerpod.com/apple 💬 JOIN OUR BOOK CLUB Are you a die-hard thriller fan? You’re in excellent company. Join our Book Club on Patreon and dive into exclusive discussions, behind-the-scenes insights, and a 24/7 group chat of all things THRILLER! 👉 https://thrillerpod.com/bookclub   📱 FOLLOW US: Instagram → https://thrillerpod.com/instagram Twitter/X → https://thrillerpod.com/twitter Facebook → https://thrillerpod.com/facebook   📚 ABOUT NO LIMITS: • The Mitch Rapp Podcast: Deep dives into Vince Flynn & Kyle Mills' Rapp series.   • The Scot Harvath Podcast: Exploring Brad Thor's high-octane Harvath universe.   • The Thriller Podcast: Expanding to the entire thriller genre including Jack Carr, Dan Brown, and more! --- CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction and Engagement News 02:00 Setting and Action Sequences in the Novel 12:03 Pacing and Character Development 15:54 Evolution of Jack Carr's Writing Style 17:22 Building Trust in Espionage 18:54 Pacing and Structure in Storytelling 21:37 Upcoming Collaborations and New Releases 25:33 The Trend of Co-Authored Books 32:05 Future Directions for James Reese's Story 40:29 Exploring Character Development and Future Plotlines 42:05 The Role of Villains in the Narrative 48:04 Political Dynamics and Leadership in the Story 52:02 Character Relationships and Emotional Stakes 53:58 Anticipating Future Installments and Themes 01:04:40 Anticipating Upcoming Releases 01:05:47 Community Connections and Friendships 01:07:50 Family Stories Inspired by Literature --- KEYWORDS: Cry Havoc, Jack Carr, thriller novels, character development, pacing, espionage, action sequences, co-authorship, future projects, storytelling, character development, villains, political dynamics, book ranking, storytelling, military history, Jack Carr, Cry Havoc, literary analysis, book discussion #NoLimitsPodcast #ThrillerPodcast #SpyThrillers

Best Thrillers We Read in 2025: Year in Review | Brad Thor, Jack Carr, Dan Brown, and more!

Brad Thor. Jack Carr. Dan Brown. AND MORE! In this special 2025 Year-in-Review, we break down every thriller novel that kept us turning pages this year. From blockbuster releases and hidden indie gems to unexpected disappointments, we’re ranking, debating, and revisiting the best (and worst) of 2025’s thriller fiction. --- 🔗 LISTEN & WATCH Website: https://thrillerpod.com YouTube: https://thrillerpod.com/youtube Spotify: https://thrillerpod.com/spotify Apple Podcasts: https://thrillerpod.com/apple 💬 JOIN OUR BOOK CLUB Are you a die-hard thriller fan? You’re in excellent company. Join our Book Club on Patreon and dive into exclusive discussions, behind-the-scenes insights, and a 24/7 group chat of all things THRILLER! 👉 https://thrillerpod.com/bookclub   📱 FOLLOW US: Instagram → https://thrillerpod.com/instagram Twitter/X → https://thrillerpod.com/twitter Facebook → https://thrillerpod.com/facebook   📚 ABOUT NO LIMITS: • The Mitch Rapp Podcast: Deep dives into Vince Flynn & Kyle Mills' Rapp series.   • The Scot Harvath Podcast: Exploring Brad Thor's high-octane Harvath universe.   • The Thriller Podcast: Expanding to the entire thriller genre including Jack Carr, Dan Brown, and more! --- CHAPTERS 00:00 2025 Year in Review: A Look Back at the Books 02:55 The Thrill of Book Discussions and Community Engagement 05:33 Highlighting Notable Reads: A Deep Dive into 2025's Best 11:33 The Impact of Adaptations: Books to Screen 14:11 Looking Ahead: Anticipations for 2026 29:58 Exploring Modern Thrillers 32:04 Ranking the Best in the Series 37:21 Evaluating Recent Reads 43:11 Cover Art and Its Significance 51:46 Celebrating Milestones and Community Support 55:02 Looking Ahead: Plans for 2026 --- KEYWORDS: Best thrillers 2025, book reviews, thriller podcast, reading list, book recommendations, author interviews, book rankings #NoLimitsPodcast #ThrillerPodcast #SpyThrillers