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Havana Helmet Club

BBC Sounds
Havana Syndrome
CIA
Cuba
Espionage
Bay Of Pigs
United States
Us-Cuba Relations
Psychological Strain
Cuban Exiles
Marco Rubio
Elian Gonzalez
Cuban-American Lobby
Cold War
US State Department
Mind Games
Directed Energy Weapon
U.S. Embassy In Havana
Vladimir Putin
Directed Energy Weapons
Intelligence Operations

A mysterious energy, so far undetectable, somehow on the attack... US CIA agents and diplomats in Cuba report being assailed in their homes by a strange sound and pressure. When they develop disturbing physical symptoms, fears grow that they are being targeted by a secret directed energy weapon. With no physical evidence, and the highest of stakes as historic US-Cuba tensions begin to thaw, the Am... more

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When the Cubans announce an international science conference in Havana, American spies try to nip it in the bud, suspecting a sophisticated disinformation campaign. With politics and bad blood threatening to cloud out the science story, a group of sc... more

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Recent Guests

Mark Zaid
Washington DC attorney representing victims of Havana syndrome
Episode: 9. Squeaky Fans
Eric Swalwell
Congressman discussing responses to Havana syndrome
Episode: 9. Squeaky Fans
Mark Polymeropoulos
Veteran operative affected by Havana syndrome
Episode: 9. Squeaky Fans
Suzanne O'Sullivan
Neurologist working with patients on functional disorders
University College London Hospital
Episode: 9. Squeaky Fans
John Stone
Neurologist studying functional illnesses
University of Edinburgh
Episode: 9. Squeaky Fans
Simon Wessley
Psychiatrist and epidemiologist
King's College London
Episode: 9. Squeaky Fans
Victor Triay
Cuban-American historian
Episode: 5. The Lobby
Marco Rubio
Republican senator who discusses political implications related to Cuba and Havana Syndrome
U.S. Government
Episode: 5. The Lobby
Rafael Montalvo
Participant in the Bay of Pigs invasion and discusses personal experiences
Episode: 5. The Lobby

Hosts

Sam Bungey
Co-host and presenter, known for his investigative storytelling and reporting, with experience in writing and presenting for various platforms including BBC Radio.
Jennifer Forde
Co-host and presenter, recognized for her narrative abilities and engagement with complex topics, previously involved in higher education and professional journalism.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 76 ratings
  • Episode 2?

    Looking forward to hearing more… but episode 2 is not uploaded?

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Someone’s Ma
    United Kingdom10 days ago
  • Simon Wessley unreliable re "Mystery Illness"

    For many years he has labelled ME/CFS as mass hysteria ie "perception disorder". Explain the latest findings from Edinburgh University on DNA Genetic markers Prof Wessley! Do these researchers have "perception disorder"? Or were you wrong all along?

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Dottler
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Inaccuracies Abound

    With their inaccurate story telling and anti west propaganda, you’d think the BBC was…..oh, right, because it is.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Original_Owl
    United States2 months ago
  • Fine, not great

    Was looking forward to a new podcast from Jennifer and Sam, but this one falls flat (unless there’s a twist coming in the remaining episodes, but seems doubtful). Feels less like groundbreaking journalism and more like a review of publicly available, previously reported information. While I appreciate context is necessary to any well-reported story, I haven’t learned anything new, the history lessons about the Cuban missile crisis and US politics feel like filler, and the interviews with their s... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    sd1174
    United States2 months ago
  • Havana Helmet Club is a must listen!

    This meticulously researched podcast investigates the phenomenon of a mysterious sonic weapon, that causes debilitating symptoms.

    The series stands out because it makes an unparalleled depth of investigation into espionage and diplomacy and has access to real spies. Forde and Bungey have nurtured their narrative craft and make this complex topic accessible to a wide audience.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cressida Romana Lynch
    Ireland2 months ago

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The audience highlights an engaging narrative that makes complex topics accessible, although there are mixed feelings about episode structure and redundancy.
Listeners appreciate the meticulous research and the storytelling ability of the hosts, calling it a thrilling experience with rich insights.

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#69
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Apple Podcasts
#181
Canada/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#103
Australia/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#202
Ireland/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#36
Ireland/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#82
New Zealand/True Crime

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2. Old Habits
Q: What does a poor Caribbean island nation want with such a world-class spy operation?
It has a lot to do with the fact that America has been obsessed with trying to defeat its red neighbour.
2. Old Habits
Q: Can you tell us about the incidents that have been going on in Havana affecting US government workers?
Yes, we take this very seriously, and we are certainly aware of what has happened there.
3. This Looks Real
Q: Can you remember feeling anxious at all about the press getting hold of it and what that might do to your efforts to try and figure things out?
Yes, it would complicate things, but the situation felt serious enough that they hoped it could be resolved before it became public.

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The content focuses on the mysterious phenomenon known as 'Havana Syndrome,' which affects US CIA agents and diplomats, who report disturbing experiences involving strange sounds and symptoms indicative of possible directed energy attacks. With a narrative that unfolds through personal stories and expert insights, the investigative approach raises questions surrounding government secrecy, psychological impacts, and the struggles of those seeking recognition for their experiences. The storytelling blends political tension, historical context, and personal narratives, creating a captivating exploration of espionage and enduring distrust in science and authority.

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1. Mark Zaid
2. Eric Swalwell
3. Mark Polymeropoulos
4. Suzanne O'Sullivan
5. John Stone
6. Simon Wessley
7. Victor Triay
8. Marco Rubio

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