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Project Looking Glass
Espionage
Corruption
Michael Maxwell
London
East Berlin
KGB
Butterfly
June Dalton
East London
Scotland
MI5
Hull
Social Media
Right-Wing Violence
Political Polarization
Far-Right Activity
Online Radicalisation
Forward 2030
British Politics

THE DIVIDE is a 12-part spy thriller from Definitely Human, releasing weekly from October 2025 to January 2026.

Paul Wilder used to be a spy, but he’s put that life behind him. Now, three years after he ‘retired’, he meets a woman with an offer he’s not allowed to refuse.

Across the UK of 1964, Wilder must unravel a web of corruption, before it unravels him...

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/... more

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The grand finale…

‘You should have trusted me! Right to the end, you could have trusted me!’

Contains violence, upsetting scenes and some strong language.

THE DIVIDE is a Definitely Human production. Visit www.DefinitelyHuman.co.uk for more inform... more

Dalton and Wilder lead a raid on Whitegates. All the pieces of the jigsaw fall into place.

Contains very strong language and some upsetting scenes.

THE DIVIDE is a Definitely Human production. Visit www.DefinitelyHuman.co.uk for more information an... more

Wilder begins to unravel the truth of Project Looking Glass as his real enemy finally comes into focus.

Contains violence and very strong language.

The Divide will be taking a week off for the holidays – the next episode will release 2 January.

TH... more

Wilder is a broken man. Can Dalton pick up the pieces?

THE DIVIDE is a Definitely Human production. Visit www.DefinitelyHuman.co.uk for more information and full credits.

Support Definitely Human productions and get access to extra content at www.p... more

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Recent Guests

EJ. Martin
Portrays June Dalton
Episode: 2. ‘You Must Forgive Us Some Suspicion’
Ben Whitehead
Plays the interrogator
Episode: 2. ‘You Must Forgive Us Some Suspicion’
Omar Khan
Plays the news agent
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Craig Brown
Portrays the train guard
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Simon Cain
Plays Mr. Spooner
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Host

Matthew Woodcock
Writer and creator of The Divide

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 40 ratings
  • Outstanding!

    I’m a really tough critic, and I loved this. The characters are interesting, and the plot just keeps on twisting. The writing is solid and the talent is, well, talented.

    Let’s be honest: the world is overrun with mediocre content. Most fictional podcasts are poorly written regurgitations of worn out tropes performed by arguably worse actors. Many of them can’t see the world outside the U.S or pander hopelessly to that mass audience.

    THIS podcast is a unique and beautiful thing, and so refresh... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HappyGenny
    Canadaa month ago
  • Gripping

    I love Definitely Human but previously felt their comedies were much better than their drama (not that there weren’t dramatic elements in the comedy!). But this drama is really captivating.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    poliorketes
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Theeeyre baaaack!

    Love the Def Human podcasts and always keep an eye or two out for them. The OG producers are back with some well thought out nightmare situations satisfyingly portrayed. Good fun. Get involved.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Laser eyes Larry
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • So far I have enjoyed it. Good stuff

    Podcast Addict
    5
    richd
    4 months ago
  • Excellent fun !

    A brilliantly fun spy caper with an enjoyable fast paced narrative and perfectly poised acting.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KJ ducasse
    United Kingdom4 months ago

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Overall, this work receives praise for its captivating plot twists and rich depiction of the psychological toll of espionage, making it a refreshing addition to the genre.
Listeners appreciate the podcast's deep emotional narrative and strong character development, suggesting that it stands out among typical spy thrillers.
The unique take on espionage and compelling storytelling keeps audiences engaged and eager for more, reflecting high production quality and inventive writing.

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#48
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#128
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#227
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#96
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#199
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#62
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This podcast features a gripping narrative centered around espionage, personal demons, and the morally ambiguous decisions faced by spies. The storyline follows Paul Wilder, a retired spy pulled back into a world he thought he'd left behind after encountering a mysterious woman. Throughout the episodes, themes of betrayal, corruption, and the intense backdrop of political intrigue in 1964 unfold, coupled with psychological elements and personal trauma. Notably, the storytelling weaves together intricate character development and suspenseful plot twists, providing a thrilling experience for listeners interested in spy thrillers and complex narratives.

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1. Limelight
2. Hard Drive
3. The Leviathan Chronicles | The Dramatist
4. Sherlock & Co.
5. DERELICT

How many episodes of The Divide are there?

The Divide launched 4 months ago and published 13 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. EJ. Martin
2. Ben Whitehead
3. Omar Khan
4. Craig Brown
5. Simon Cain

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