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Dr. Linda Saboe

CIA, Spy Story Master

Bio

Dr. Linda Saboe tells spy stories from 33 years as an engineer in the CIA and as a docent for the OSS and CIA museums. She holds bachelor's and master's degrees from Johns Hopkins University, a doctorate and an Advanced Diploma in Neuroscience of Leadership. Her work in the Intelligence Community included the UK, Australia, New Zealand and Canada. She tailors her espionage presentations to cruise destinations.

Recent Experience

Celebrity Millennium – February 20 – March 3, 2026 – 11 day

Celebrity Solstice November 2025 Singapore Hong Kong

Celebrity Apex September 2025  UK Norway

Celebrity Solstice October 2025. Singapore. Sydney Australia

Celebrity Eclipse July 2025  AMS STH UK Europe

Celebrity Beyond December 2024 Caribbean

Royal Princess  November 2024  Australia

Diamond Princess July 2024  Japan

Sapphire Princess March 2024 South America

Enchanted Princess  January 2024 Caribbean

Island Princess Rome Mediterranean  Nov 2023

Diamond Princess Japan  Jun 2023

Caribbean Princess Dec 2019- Jan 2020

 

Presentations

Japan and the Pacific

Espionage and Spying from the Days of the Shogun and Samurai

Spy stories from the days of the Shogun and Samurai through WWII, including how ninjas were trained and the role of the Office of Strategic Services.

Spy Gadgets Used in Espionage across the Pacific and Japan during WWII and Life-Saving Spin-offs

What was real and what was invented for the movies? Explore the tools used in intelligence operations across Japan and the Pacific, and their uses beyond espionage.

Need a Great Spy? Have a Woman Do It!

Women working for the UK and US across the Pacific and Europe during WWII, including Julia Child, a disabled woman from Maryland pursued by the Gestapo, and Josephine Baker.

Smoke and Mirrors of Espionage – Deception Operations across Japan and the Pacific

Deception techniques, disguises and the art of hiding things in plain sight, illustrated through espionage operations.

Most Daring Feats of Espionage! All in the Pacific!

Howard Hughes, the Glomar Explorer and intelligence operations near Hawaii, plus the role of code talkers in Allied communications during WWII.

Five Eyes and Spies!

How five countries work together to share intelligence, with stories behind events including the dissolution of the Soviet Union and the operation to find Usama Bin Laden.

Britain, Norway and the Baltic

Espionage and Spying from the Days of the Vikings and Knights in Armor

The need for information about adversaries, from the Vikings and knights through WWII and the Office of Strategic Services.

Spy Gadgets Used in Espionage across Europe and Life-Saving Spin-offs

Real spy technology and its use in intelligence operations across Europe, Norway and the Baltic countries.

Need a Great Spy? Have a Woman Do It!

Women working for the UK and US in Britain, Norway, the Baltic countries and across Europe during WWII.

Smoke and Mirrors of Espionage

Deception operations, disguises and misdirection across England, Norway, Scotland and the Baltic countries.

Espionage Events in England, Norway and the Baltic Countries throughout History

Historical espionage and the intelligence alliance that protects democracy today.

The Mediterranean

Espionage and Spying from the Days of Knights in Armor and Vikings through the Events of WWII

Spy stories from the Crusades through WWII around the Mediterranean, with versions drawing on the ancient Greeks and Phoenicians.

Need a Great Spy? Have a Woman Do It!

Women working for the UK and US in Spain, France, Italy, Greece and Turkey, including Julia Child, a disabled woman from Maryland pursued by the Gestapo, and Josephine Baker.

Smoke and Mirrors of Espionage – Deception across Europe and the Mediterranean

Magicians' tricks, misdirection and hiding things in plain sight, from ancient Greece to WWII and later operations.

Spy Gadgets Used in Espionage across Europe and Life-Saving Spin-offs

A look at real tools of espionage, their use in Europe and the ways intelligence technology has found everyday applications.

Espionage Events Which Have Protected Democracy across Europe

The stories behind intelligence sharing and operations across the Mediterranean and Middle East.

The Caribbean and the Americas

Espionage and Spying from the Days of the Caribbean Pirates

Spy stories from the pirates of the Caribbean through WWII, including the work of the Office of Strategic Services.

Spy Gadgets Used in Espionage across the Americas and Caribbean

Real spy gadgets, the technology used in Central and South American operations, and applications beyond espionage.

Need a Great Spy? Have a Woman Do It! The Best Spies of All Time!

The double lives of women in intelligence, including Julia Child, a disabled woman from Maryland pursued by the Gestapo, and Josephine Baker, and the work of the OSS, CIA, SOE and SIS.

Smoke and Mirrors of Espionage – Deception Used in Central and South America

The techniques of misdirection, disguise and hiding things in plain sight, illustrated through espionage operations.

Espionage Events Which Protected Democracy in the Americas

Intelligence sharing and the stories behind operations across Central and South America, including the takedown of Manuel Noriega.

More Presentations

The Importance of Spies: The Roots of Intelligence Gathering

The history of intelligence gathering from the Pharaohs of Egypt to WWII and the Office of Strategic Services.

1947 – The Formation of the CIA: A Very Hard Task!

The history of US intelligence from WWII to today, including the postwar Soviet Union and President Truman's decision to create the CIA.

The Pacific, and Hawaii: Spy Stories at Their Best!

Howard Hughes, the Glomar Explorer and Native American code talkers in the Pacific during WWII.

For Your Eyes Only! A Virtual Tour of the CIA

A look inside the Central Intelligence Agency, its grounds, museums and the tools of the profession, with a former CIA engineer and museum docent.

Spies, Lies, and Their Demise! Double Agents – Traitors

How double agents operate, their motives and the damage they cause, from Benedict Arnold to cases involving CIA, FBI and NSA officers.

The Most Daring Feats Ever in Espionage!

Stories of high-risk intelligence operations, including the Glomar Explorer in the Pacific and the woman who became one of the Gestapo's most wanted spies.

Presentation Video to Audience by Dr. Linda Saboe
Shorter Section with Humorous Anecdotes by Dr. Linda Saboe

Further Testimonials.

Wesley M., Vice PresidentGlobal Multinational Corporation

“Lynn has given me confidence and helped me highlight my best traits while owning and addressing areas of opportunity. She has done this through role-play scenarios, tools to apply in various situations, and really good, direct honest feedback that helped me re-evaluate my positions.”

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Vesna U., Senior Executive High Tech Software

“I learned various strategies how to collaborate with others and promote my vision. Investing my time with intention and analyzing delegation opportunities that freed my time and helped my team grow into more senior roles was also very helpful. Lynn’s calm manner and genuine desire to help me grow into a senior management role made her a pleasure to work with.”

 

Eric E., Senior Executive Global Food Service Conglomerate

“Lynn was very good at asking questions in a way that forced you to think about discussion topics from a fresh perspective and she would keep asking questions until you get to an appropriate conclusion followed by feedback on how you might slightly tweak your answers to get improved results. I feel she was very effective in helping to turn the tables and see issues/questions through the eye’s of the people you interact with in the office.”

 

Jeff B., Senior Executive  Global Microelectronics

“Lynn helped grow my confidence by encouraging me and giving me an unbiased view based on what I was sharing. This was invaluable. The stories that she shared, questions that she asked, and resources that she provided were very helpful for me in my leadership journey. The intentional coaching time was far more valuable than I ever imagined it could be.

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