
Enter the secretive world of spies, espionage, and covert operations. Hosted by former CIA analyst turned spy novelist, David McCloskey, and veteran security correspondent, Gordon Corera, this podcast unravels real-life spy stories, intelligence secrets, and the hidden power struggles shaping global events. From Cold War espionage to modern-day intelligence agencies like the CIA, MI6, and Mossad... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 314 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | History | |||

Did North Korean hackers just get away with the biggest heist in history? And why does Kim Jong Un run his intelligence agencies like crime syndicates?
Listen as David and Gordon delve into the mad world of North Korean hackers and crypto heists to ... more
Was the CIA behind the Watergate break-in and cover-up? And why did Langley technicians hand one of Nixon’s burglars a wig, an alias driving license and a camera hidden in a tobacco pouch?
Listen as David and Gordon begin a four-part exploration of ... more
“Years of political turmoil, corruption and the ascendance of a deadly gang coalition are suffocating Haiti’s capital city. The US and international community have repeatedly tried and failed to help bring order. Now, the remnants of Haiti’s governme... more
In the last weeks, we’ve had dire warnings from governments and intelligence agencies across the world, warning of a cyber apocalypse and a global internet meltdown.
At the same time, the British government has told people to start storing 72 hours ... more
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I enjoy this podcast immensely. It examines intelligence history and policies with color and right amount of detail. The moderators are easy to listen to and have good chemistry. Their different backgrounds expand the programs perspective.
This show is one of the best, well written superbly delivered and incredibly interesting. Love it love it love it
Really interesting podcast and very enjoyable. Sadly I’m currently reading Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy which has now been ruined by the spoiler in episode 5 of the most recent Kim Philby series. Thanks guys!
Interesting and enjoyable
Absolutely love these two guys and their guests.
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Apple Podcasts | #14 | |
YouTube | #130 | |
Spotify | #38 | |
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Spotify | #75 |
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Long-form conversations and narrative series examine espionage, intelligence failures, covert operations and the people caught inside them. Former CIA analyst and spy novelist David McCloskey and security correspondent Gordon Corera combine historical reconstruction with analysis of current security stories, drawing on archival accounts, reporting and their different professional backgrounds. Recurring subjects include Cold War spy networks, intelligence agencies, counterintelligence, terrorism, geopolitical tensions and the growing role of technology in national security. Some installments form multi-part historical series, while others assess developing events and the evidence behind competing explanations. Authors, journalists and securi... more
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