True Spies takes you inside the world's greatest espionage and detective operations. Our hosts Hayley Atwell, Vanessa Kirby, Sophia Di Martino, Daisy Ridley and Rhiannon Neads talk to the real spies behind the missions. What do they know? What are their skills? And what would you do in their position? We explore and investigate real life thrillers, mysteries and crimes - stories that prove truth is stranger than fiction! These stories cover lies, murder, theft, sex, drugs and rock ‘n roll. Y ...
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Where we talk about writing, spies, and writing about spies.
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Secrets and Spies is an enthralling spy podcast that guides listeners on an immersive journey into the hidden realm of espionage, terrorism, geopolitics, and international intrigue. Hosted by filmmaker Chris Carr and writer Matt Fulton, each episode promises riveting conversations with best-selling authors, historians, journalists, and former intelligence professionals. Tune in for thought-provoking discussions and expert insights with balanced yet critical perspectives that will expand your ...
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Cover Stories: Spies, Books & Entertainment is a new podcast from The Cipher Brief hosted by Cipher Brief CEO & Publisher Suzanne Kelly and Cipher Brief Senior Book Editor and author, Bill Harlow exploring the entertainment side of espionage as well as non-fiction books and media on national security issues that are making a difference. Join us each week for new episodes with authors, former intelligence officers, actors, directors, television and movie producers, agents, publishers and more.
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Denne podcast går helt tæt på journalistikken og etikken i DRs opsigtsvækkende dokumentar ‘Spies og morgenbolledamerne’. En dokumentar, som for evigt har forandret eftermælet for en person, som døde for næsten 40 år siden. Og en dokumentar, der ifølge DRs egne oplysninger er set af mere end 2,4 millioner danskere.
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By Brady Paquette, Stephen Bennett, and Sean Patrick O'Donnell
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Wir sind weltoffen, tätowiert, medienaffin, vegan, ein bisschen öko und in vielen Bereichen eher unangepasst. Gleichzeitig lieben wir unser unaufgeregtes Leben in der Kleinstadt-Einöde, stehen jeden morgen zur gleichen Zeit auf, trinken nicht, rauchen nicht, gehen nicht feiern, sind verheiratet, haben Hunde und Kind, gehen jeden Samstag um acht auf den Wochenmarkt und haben uns den Traum vom eigenen Mini-Bauernhof mit Hühnern und Ziegen erfüllt. Für die hippen Mittzwanziger in Berlin sind wi ...
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In ihrem Podcast erzählen Pascal und Adrian mit zum Teil wechselnden Gästen über ihr Leben als Beinahe-Freiwillige der Deutschen UNESCO - Kommission.
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Lost in the wicked world of tangled truths, two spies look behind the curtain . Listen in.
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München, 1929: Die Wirtschaftskrise macht sich im Alltag bemerkbar, radikale rechte wie linke Ideologien breiten sich aus. Dazwischen orientierungslose Menschen wie Alfons Kobler, Anna Pollinger und Josef Reithofer. Ödön von Horváths zeitloser Roman als humorvoller Hörspiel Podcast in vier Teilen.
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A boozy take on James Bond talk
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Everything from Bond to Bourne, The Man Who Knew Too Much to the Man Who Knew Too Little!
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"Nuusmakers" is ‘n weeklikse aktualiteit-geselsprogram aangebied deur die bekroonde joernalis, aanbieder en ‘podsender’ Mia Spies. Mia voer ‘n gemaklike in-diepte gesprek met ‘n aktuele persoon, wat ‘n kenner is in sy/haar veld is. Dit strek oor ‘n verskeidenheid onderwerpe van politiek, onderwys, die omgewing en ander kwessies wat relevant én interessant vir die breër Afrikaanssprekende gemeenskap is. Nuusmakers, is ‘n produksie in samewerking met die potgooi-produksiehuis Volume, en word v ...
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This podcast will talk about women spies and what they did in the American Civil War.
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By: Justin Puhl and Drew Brill Cover art photo provided by Annie Spratt on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@anniespratt
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Executive producer Barry Josephson, Washington’s Spies author Alexander Rose, and actors Jamie Bell and Samuel Roukin discuss TURN: Washington’s Spies. Telling the little-known story of America’s first spy ring, the series follows a farmer on British-occupied Long Island who helps turn the tide of America’s fight for independence. Season 1 of TURN is available on iTunes.
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Learn about the lives of female spies who helped the Union and Confederacy in the Civil War. Cover art photo provided by Erda Estremera on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@erdaest
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In this podcast, I talk about the importance of women spies and how they really influenced the outcome of the Civil War. There is also a blooper section at the end so have fun with that...
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A Dungeons and Dragons 5th Edition podcast following the misadventures of three high-fantasy secret agents. Join us every other Tuesday as our Harper agents take on a new mystery, infiltrate a new evil organization, and bring peace to the realm. Hopefully they have it all together… but probably not. Gods help this crew. A Harper does what needs to be done. Written and DM’d by Gray Rostron and fueled by boxed wine and bad rolls, join Alex Allen, Iasmin Omar Ata, and Jesse Gouldsbury as they m ...
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Host Ryan Daly and a rotating selection of guests analyze, discuss, and debate a variety of topics relating to Star Wars, including the films, the toys, and the Expanded Universe.
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Stories from our book, The White House's Unruly Neighborhood: Crime, Scandal and Intrigue in the History of Lafayette Square. The podcast is based on our tours of the Washington, D.C. region's wild, hidden history and on our other books. Our book is available at: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-white-houses-unruly-neighborhood-edward-p-moser/1131103788https://www.amazon.com/White-Houses-Unruly-Neighborhood-Lafayette-ebook/dp/B082ZVDCD7/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1555118270& ...
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S9 Ep27: Espresso Martini | Trump’s FBI Shake-Up, China’s Military Buildup, and James Bond’s Future
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1:29:54Chris and Matt discuss Dan Bongino’s appointment as FBI deputy director, signaling a dramatic shift in federal law enforcement and raising alarms about political loyalty over experience while Trump’s broader FBI purge faces internal resistance. Meanwhile, as the war in Ukraine enters its third year, polling challenges assumptions about the Global S…
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James Lawler was a highly-decorated CIA officer who conducted some legendary textbook level operations for the Agency. He now excels as a novelist and is out with his third work of fiction “The Traitor’s Tale: A Novel of Treachery Within the CIA.” We will talk with Lawler not only about the book – but about his career and how his art sometimes imit…
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MI9 Unmasked, Part 2: Italian Jobs | WW2
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40:35Hear again from British historian Helen Fry, joining Rhiannon Neads for the second and final installment of a two-part dive into one of the most crucial, but little-known intelligence forces of the Second World War - MI9. Hear the conclusion to the gripping story of the department, and reasons behind their ultimate secrecy in a post-WW2 world... Fr…
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Protecting Covert Operatives
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25:35Why it's important not to reveal the identity of covert operatives, the laws ensuring protection, and more. The Cold War novel LOVE DEATH is still on sale for 99¢ through the end of this month. You can find it at amazon.com/dp/B08QDLXBCS. Coming in March, a new mystery in the Ewington Mysteries Series.…
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S9 Ep26: Dr. Taras Kuzio on Ukraine & Trump Peace Negotiations
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1:02:36In this conversation, Dr. Taras Kuzio provides an in-depth analysis of the ongoing war in Ukraine, discussing the current military status, the technological innovations being utilized by Ukraine, and the geopolitical implications of the conflict. He emphasizes the challenges faced by the Russian military and the evolving dynamics of international s…
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S9 Ep25: David Neiwert on Authoritarianism, Trump, Jan 6, and Antifa
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1:16:15In this episode of Secrets and Spies, David Neiwert discussed his reporting on right-wing extremism, focusing on the MAGA movement's authoritarian tendencies, online influence, and the role of masculinity. He analysed the January 6th insurrection as a result of Trump-fueled extremism and warned about the potential for further political violence, sp…
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S9 Ep24: Espresso Martini | The GRU’s New Black Ops Unit, Russian Hybrid Warfare in Britain, and Listener Questions
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1:35:26Russia’s latest covert warfare escalations take center stage in this week’s Espresso Martini. Chris and Matt unpack the emergence of the GRU’s Department of Special Tasks, a new clandestine unit coordinating assassinations, sabotage, and hybrid warfare operations against the West. They also break down an alarming report on a Russia-linked Telegram …
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In "Story of a CIA Wife," Rosie Mowatt-Larssen shares her journey from Germany to the United States, where her life took an unexpected turn when her husband joined the CIA. Suddenly immersed in a world of secrecy, Rosie grappled with anxiety and doubt as she adjusted to her husband's covert career. We will talk with her about the unique challenges …
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MI9 Unmasked, Part 1: Escape and Evasion | WW2
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40:07British historian Helen Fry joins Rhiannon Neads for the first installment of a two-part dive into one of the most crucial, but little-known intelligence forces of the Second World War - MI9. Charged with facilitating the escape of Allied POWs, MI9 employed various ingenious tactics - including, but not limited to, a chocolate gun. Yes, really. You…
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S9 Ep23: Espresso Martini | Trump Targets Cartels, NSA’s Word Purge, and Iran’s Drone Carrier
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1:28:41In this episode of Espresso Martini, Chris and Matt unpack the latest intelligence, national security, and espionage stories shaping current affairs. First, they examine Trump’s push to classify Mexican drug cartels as terrorist organizations, the spike in U.S. surveillance flights over Mexico, and whether covert military action is on the table. Th…
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Secret Servants of the Crown
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43:43Dr. Claire Hubbard-Hall has broken the code on how to discover and report on the remarkable history of women who have silently served British intelligence over the years. In her book “Secret Servants of the Crown: The Forgotten Women of British Intelligence” (published in the U.S. on February 25, 2025, tells heretofore untold tales of the real wome…
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True Spies Classic: Blinking Red | CIA
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52:28In this True Spies Classic, CIA analyst Gina Bennett shows Vanessa Kirby the origins of America's most infamous enemy. Throughout the 1990s, Osama bin Laden launched a series of attacks on American interests at home and abroad. Operating in the man's world of counter-terrorism, Gina had to fight to have the threat he posed taken seriously. Would YO…
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S9 Ep22: Espresso Martini | The Potomac Air Disaster, Trump’s FBI Purge, and Iran Explores Its Nuclear Options
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1:27:03A mid-air collision over the Potomac sheds light on secret doomsday evacuation plans for Washington, Trump’s looming FBI purge sparks major internal pushback, and Syria’s new government wants Russia to extradite Assad—but will Putin give him up? Plus, Iran explores a cruder path to a nuclear weapon. Watch on YouTube https://youtu.be/kCOSZCdLbyE Art…
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A writing talk about plot vs character and which drives a story. The 2021 standalone espionage novel LOVE DEATH is the featured sale book for February 2025. The eBook version of the novel is only 99¢. You can find it at amazon.com/dp/B08QDLXBCS
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True Spies Debriefs: Gina Bennett on the new paradigm for national security
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56:36Former CIA counterterrorism analyst, hunter of Bin Laden, author and proud mother - hear from the fantastic Gina Bennett in this week's Debrief. Bennett authored the earliest warnings of today’s terrorism trends including the 1993 report that foreshadowed the danger of Osama bin Laden. Hear her current prescient predictions for what she is calling …
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Hello, everyone. We hope you are well. Matt and I are keen to get listener questions on future Espresso Martini Episodes. So, if you have a question or topic you would like us to discus email us here: [email protected] In your email, please include: Question or Topic with a relevant news or online publication link How you would like …
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S9 Ep21: Espresso Martini | Southport Killer, South Korea’s Political Crisis, Trump’s Team Navigates Middle East Ceasefires, and TV’s Spy Thriller Renaissance
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1:33:24In this episode, we look at the horrific Southport murders that have sparked debates on mental health and the nature of terrorism, South Korea's plunge deeper into its worst political crisis in decades, and Trump’s new national security team scrambles to save ceasefires in Gaza and Lebanon—while his rhetoric stirs fresh controversy. Plus, a Russian…
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Spying On The Reich | Historical
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56:47International Relations journalist and author, R.T Howard, reveals the tensions, subterfuge and devastating errors that marked the first Cold War. In the 1920s and 30s, the Allies waged an intelligence war against a rising star in global politics - Adolf Hitler. Young intelligence agencies tried in vain to penetrate the Nazi's veil of secrecy. In t…
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S9 Ep20: Espresso Martini | January 6 Pardons, Syria’s Crossroads, and the CIA’s Secret Partner
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1:15:43Chris and Matt break down Trump’s sweeping pardons for January 6th rioters, including violent offenders, and what it means for the rule of law and rising political violence in the US Then, the collapse of Bashar al-Assad’s regime has Syria at a crossroads—will it descend into chaos or find a path to stability? Plus, they explore Marc Polymeropoulos…
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True Spies Classic: The Nuclear Superhighway | CIA
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54:46In this classic episode of True Spis, undercover CIA agent James Olson takes Vanessa Kirby on a nail-biting mission behind the Iron Curtain. In the late 1970s, James was tasked with tapping an underground communications line between Moscow and a top-secret nuclear weapons facility. Under constant surveillance from the KGB, he would need to use a co…
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S9 Ep19: Will ISIS Make a Comeback in 2025? with Aaron Zelin
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57:18On today’s episode, Matt is joined by another leading counterterrorism researcher, Aaron Zelin. Aaron has spent years studying the global jihadi movement, focusing on the Islamic State and Al-Qaeda. They explore the resurgence of the Islamic State following its territorial defeat in Iraq and Syria in 2017, and the evolving threat the group poses to…
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Back to Spy-Writing Basics - Archetypes
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27:13Learn all about the archetypes that should appear in spy fiction, courtesy of author Graeme Shimmin. P. A. Duncan's new novella, Every Day is a Test, is FREE to download through 1/19/25. amazon.com/dp/B0DRPNH4VS Unexpected Paths Publishing announces its first publication by an author other than P. A. Duncan: Secondhand Hugs, a chapbook of poetry by…
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Hal Brands, a renowned expert on global affairs, talks with us about his new book: “The Eurasian Century: Hot Wars, Cold Wars, and the Making of the Modern World. Brands argues that Eurasia’s strategic geography can illuminate the contours of rivalry and conflict in today’s world. We will talk with him about what can be learned from Eurasian wars o…
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True Spies Debriefs: Bob Dougherty on transnational repression
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39:15Do you know about the rising threats posed by transnational repression? Hear from Bob Dougherty, veteran of 26 years as a CIA undercover operations officer. Today, Bob works as an instructor for multiple government agencies, increasingly speaking on the dangers of transnational repression; the intimidation, harassment, or other human rights abuses …
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#97: WIR MÜSSEN REDEN.
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1:23:43MutimBauch & der Schnüffi Euch gefällt, was wir so machen? Noch mehr davon gibt's bei YouTube und bei Instagram: @mutimbauch und @der_schnueffi. Hier gibt's auch einen Post zur aktuellen Folge. Schreibt uns eure Meinung gerne in die Kommentare! Thema dieser Folge:Nach einer langen Pause melden wir uns zurück: Ein Jahr Lebenshof MutimBauch liegt hin…
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S9 Ep18: How to Think Like A Spy with Julian Fisher
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44:18On this episode, we delve into the world of intelligence with Julian Fisher, a renowned intelligence specialist and author. We explore the covert yet powerful skills of influence and persuasion honed by intelligence officers to elicit cooperation from even the most hardened individuals. Discover how these techniques can be ethically adapted to achi…
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Professional Courage - Telling It Like It Is
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44:17To say that retired Army Major General Jack Leide had a remarkable military career would be an understatement.. He has been inducted into four different halls of fame - the US Military Attaché Hall of Fame, the US Military Intelligence Hall of Fame, the Defense Intelligence Agency’s “Torch Bearers Hall of Fame” and the Army Foreign Area Officer Hal…
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Digging for Gold | Cold War
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1:05:57Journalist and author Steve Vogel unravels the unlikely tale of George Blake, the cunning Cold War double-agent who betrayed one of the most ambitious wire-tapping operations of the 1950s - and made a name for himself as one of spycraft's greatest escapologists. From SPYSCAPE, the HQ of secrets. A Cup And Nuzzle production. Series producer: Joe Fol…
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S9 Ep17: 2025 Global Forcast with Sam Liechtenstein from RANE
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1:03:08In this episode, Sam Liechtenstein from RANE (Risk Assistance Network + Exchange) joins us to dissect their annual geopolitical forecast. We discussed a range of pressing issues, including: The deteriorating global climate cooperation The evolving conflict in Ukraine The shifting political landscape in Europe The Israeli-Palestinian conflict US-Chi…
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Apologies for no music. Technical difficulties or operator error, take your pick. In this first episode of 2025, we learn that the podcast will now be twice a month, not weekly as it was previously. And a new novella by P. A. Duncan debuted on 1/1/25, and you can find it as an eBook or Paperback here: amazon.com/dp/B0DRPNH4VS Look for a new episode…
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The tools in a spy's arsenal are more varied than you might think. But they all come under one name: Tradecraft. In our ninth round of insights from the world of espionage, Rhiannon Neads looks back on lessons drawn from intrepid cyber-cops, nuclear double-dealers, crafty codebreakers and more. From SPYSCAPE, the HQ of secrets. A Cup And Nuzzle pro…
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S9 Ep16: Murder of a British Spy in the IRA with Henry Hemming
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51:58In this conversation, Chris and author Henry Hemming delve into the intricate world of espionage during the Troubles in Northern Ireland, focusing on the roles of spies, informants, and key figures like Frank Hegarty and Freddy Scappatici. They discuss the political landscape that led to Operation Banner, the evolution of the IRA, and the cultural …
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True Spies Classic: Undercover Jihadi | CSIS
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56:18In this True Spies Classic, Hayley Atwell tells the story of Mubin Shaikh, an Islamist extremist turned undercover agent for the Canadian Security Intelligence Service. Undercover as a member of the terrorist group that would be known as the Toronto 18, Mubin was told that his cover would be blown. From SPYSCAPE, the HQ of secrets. A Cup And Nuzzle…
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Hi everyone, we wish you Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year. We also wanted to say a huge thank you to each of you for your support over 2024. We have more episodes to share over the Holidays, so please stay tuned. In the meantime, we hope you have a wonderful holiday period, and we will catch you in 2025 for more. Support Secrets and Spies Become…
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S9 Ep15: Russian Spy Ships and undersea cables with Florian Flade
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1:01:53In this episode, we’re joined by Florian Flade, an investigative journalist for Germany’s public broadcaster WDR based in Berlin. In this conversation, Florian discusses the activities of Russian research ships that are suspected of espionage. He explains how these ships, while officially labeled as academic vessels, are equipped with advanced tech…
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The Penguin Press Publisher’s Perspective
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31:31Scott Moyers is a veteran executive of the publishing industry. Today he is Vice President and Publisher of Penguin Press. He has acquired and edited countless bestsellers – including many authored by Cipher Brief experts. He was also director of the New York office of the Wylie Agency – one of the most prominent and influential literary agencies i…
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True Spies Debriefs: Mubin Shaikh on the Psyche of an Extremist
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51:23What can drive an ordinary person to extremist ideology? Hear from former security intelligence and counter terrorism operative, Mubin Shaikh, on his current work as a Counter Extremism Specialist. He delves into real world cases of those who succumb to extremist ideology, why it happens, and his challenging work trying to bring people back. From S…
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S9 Ep14: The Fall of Assad and What’s Next for Syria with Phillip Smyth
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1:43:49After a despotic reign of over five decades, marked by 13 years of bloody civil war that killed over half a million people and displaced millions more, the al-Assad dynasty’s rule over Syria has come to a sudden, shocking end. In just under two weeks, rebel groups mounted an offensive that captured a string of major cities, culminating in the fall …
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Jack Carr’s Transition from Navy SEAL to Author
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59:49Thriller writer Jack Carr didn’t just serve 20 years in the elite Navy SEALS teams – retire and write a book about his experiences. He retired from a career of service (as a sniper) and then followed his ‘other’ passion – writing. His first book, The Terminal List is now an Amazon Prime television series starring Chris Pratt. Since then, he’s writt…
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S9 Ep13: We Defy: The Lost Chapters of Special Forces History with Jack Murphy
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49:56In this episode, Matt’s joined by Jack Murphy—former Green Beret, investigative journalist, and host of The Team House podcast. Jack shares insights from his latest book, We Defy: The Lost Chapters of Special Forces History, which uncovers lesser-known missions that shaped the US special operations community, from Cold War Berlin to nuclear conting…
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The Spy With No Name | CIA
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46:16National security journalist Zach Dorfman returns to True Spies with the tantalising tale of one of the War on Terror's most secretive undercover operatives. Known only by his pseudonym, this CIA spy delivered intel directly to the highest echelons of power - and paid a heavy price for his success. From SPYSCAPE, the HQ of secrets. A Cup And Nuzzle…
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S9 Ep12: Can a Federation Heal the Divide between Israel and Palestine with Nigel Roberts
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1:08:02Retired World Bank Director Nigel Roberts tackles the intractable Israel-Palestine conflict. He dissects the shortcomings of the two-state solution and champions a novel approach: a federation acknowledging both identities. Roberts delves into the historical roots and the radicalisation fuelling the conflict. He argues for a new framework built on …
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From 2007 – 2012, the Pentagon secretly funded a small program called the Advanced Aerospace Threat Identification Program tasked with investigating reports of military encounters with Unidentified Aerial Phenomena. In 2020, the Defense Department launched a new unit called the Unidentified Aerial Phenomena Task Force led by the U.S. Navy. And in 2…
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True Spies Classic: True Narcos | DEA
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50:49In this True Spies Classic, Hayley Atwell tells the story of the capture of Pablo Escobar, with the DEA agents who helped bring him down and inspired the TV show 'Narcos'. Steve Murphy and Javier Peña found themselves in Colombia on the trail of the notorious druglord - two "gringos" with a price on their heads. From SPYSCAPE, the home of secrets. …
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Mystery and Intrigue in 1930s Shanghai: Marty Petersen on the Creation of “City of Lost Souls”
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31:10Long-time CIA officer Marty Petersen is an acknowledged expert on Asia. He is a current Cipher Brief exert who writes frequently on Asian matters. But rather than focusing on modern day China policy for once, he has just published his first novel: City of Lost Souls which is set in 1932 Shanghai and tells of a private detective who helps a young wo…
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S9 Ep11: Far-Right Extremism Under Trump 2.0 with Jacob Ware
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57:10In this episode, Matt is joined again by Jacob Ware, a counterterrorism expert with the Council on Foreign Relations and co-author of God, Guns, and Sedition: Far-Right Terrorism in America. They discuss the unsettling question of what far-right extremism, with its proponents feeling emboldened and legitimized by Donald Trump’s election, might look…
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True Spies Debriefs: Tim Tate on the Spycatcher Scandal
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56:09Hear from Tim Tate, best-selling author, award-winning documentary filmmaker and investigative journalist, as he dives into a scandal born deep in the heart of the British Intelligence Service. Time untangles the connections between KGB mole Mikhail Golenevsky and MI5 spy catcher Peter Wright. And recalls how in the process of writing his 19th book…
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S9 Ep10: Espresso Martini | Trump’s Coming War on the Intelligence Community, Russia’s Sabotage Campaign, and America’s Future at a Crossroads
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1:13:19In this episode of Espresso Martini, Chris and Matt examine the potentially seismic shifts for the US and the Western alliance if Trump executes his plans to overhaul the federal workforce. They discuss the risk of a mass exodus of career officials, the politicization of intelligence agencies, and the broader implications for national security. The…
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We wanted to drop a quick update about the podcast this weekend. New episodes of Espresso Martini and our Patreon-exclusive show, Extra Shot, are running just a little behind schedule. Listeners in the US and the UK can expect them in their feeds on Sunday. For our friends Down Under, that’ll probably be Monday. Both are still on the way, just not …
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To Catch a Spy | Investigation
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53:24Veteran journalist Tim Tate tells the story of Peter Wright, the crusading MI5 whistleblower who humiliated the Thatcher government in the 1980s. As the British security services' chief scientific officer, Peter employed unsavory tactics to root out Soviet spies - but a dramatic change of heart would come to define his controversial legacy. From SP…
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