David Duchovny, forever linked to the paranormal through his “X-Files” days, trades aliens for espionage in “Secrets Declassified.” This Friday’s episode, “Spy Tech,” explores the surprisingly mundane inventions repurposed for clandestine operations. Think children’s toys, not high-tech gadgetry, as tools of the intelligence trade. It’s enough to give any parent pause while browsing the toy aisle.
“Spy Tech” examines how seemingly innocent items became crucial instruments in intelligence gathering, alongside other surprising revelations. The episode also examines the use of disguises inspired by hirsute movies as a means of creating a secret identity. And, in a twist sure to pique the interest of conspiracy theorists, the episode connects these inventions to the infamous spy balloon incident, which sparked a frenzy of speculation about extraterrestrial involvement.
With Duchovny as our guide through the newly declassified files, “Secrets Declassified” aims to expose bizarre experiments, deadly cover-ups, and nefarious gadgets. “Spy Tech” looks to be a particularly fascinating installment, revealing how the government’s most covert tools are often hidden in plain sight. It airs Friday, May 30 at 10:03 PM ET on History.
