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One morning in February 1952, a journalist called Ian Fleming sat down at his desk and set about creating a fictional secret agent. James Bond was born and would go on to become one of the most successful, enduring and lucrative creations in literature. But Bond's world of glamour and romance, gadgets and cocktails, espionage and villainy wasn't entirely drawn from imagination: Fleming's background and his experiences as an intelligence officer during the Second World War were all formative parts in the creation of the world's most famous spy.

Science and technology have always been central to the plots that make up the world of Bond, and in Superspy Science Kathryn Harkup explores the full range of 007’s exploits and the arms, technologies, tactics and downfalls of his various foes. From the practicalities of building a volcano-based lair, to whether being covered in gold paint really will kill you, and—if your plan is to take over the world—whether it is better to use bacteria, bombs, or poison—this audiobook has all the answers and more.

From the sleek Aston Martin that spits out bullets, nails, and passengers at the push of a button to the microjet that makes hairpin turns to avoid a heat-seeking missile, the science and technology of James Bond films have kept millions of movie fans guessing for decades. Are these amazing feats and gadgets truly possible? The Science of James Bond takes you on a fascinating excursion through the true science that underlies Bond's most fantastic and off-the-wall accoutrements.

Im Gehörgang ihrer Majestät ist der erste deutschsprachige Podcast über James Bond. Seit Februar 2020 zelebrieren Kai Sternberg und Sebastian Meinke jeden Monat die Abenteuer des britischen Geheimagenten – von Ian Flemings Romanen, über die Comics und Videospiele, bis zu den beliebten Filmen. Dazu gibt es die Bond-Nachrichten, Reiseberichte von Drehorten und Interviews mit Akteuren der Fan-Szene.

Welcome to JBCI Pod, where Bond fans—both seasoned agents and fresh recruits—come together for a deep dive into all things 007, with an unmistakable Irish twist.From the silver screen to the bookshelf, video games to collectibles, lifestyle to music, we’re covering the entire Bond universe. Expect guest interviews, breaking Bond news, deep dives, reviews, and plenty of lively banter.We’ll explore everything from Connery to Craig, Fleming to Fanning, and martinis to Aston Martins. Plus, we’re uncovering Ireland’s surprising connections to the world of 007—Bond producers, ...