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The Spy Who

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MI6
Al-Qaeda
Sergei Skripal
MI5
Ukraine
Espionage
Terrorism
Bellingcat
Elliot Higgins
Carlton Club
Sergei Cristo
Vladimir Putin
Brexit
Russian Intelligence
Conservative Party
Information Warfare
Cambridge University
Bosnia
Russia
The Kill List

These are stories you were never meant to hear. The invisible but vital work of the world’s intelligence services: secret operatives playing to very different rules. The Spy Who, hosted by Indira Varma and Raza Jaffrey, takes you deep inside that shadow world to meet spies who risked everything in the national interest – or, sometimes, their own.

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Elliot Higgins
Founder of Bellingcat, investigative journalist specializing in open-source intelligence.
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Episode: The Spy Who Putin Poisoned | Uncovering The Truth With Bellingcat | 5
Frank Close
Author of 'Trinity, The Treachery and Pursuit of the Most Dangerous Spy in History'
Episode: The Spy Who Started the Cold War | The Most Dangerous In History? | 5
Aimen Dean
Former MI6 spy inside Al-Qaeda and author of 'Nine Lives'
Episode: The Spy Who Betrayed Bin Laden | Aimen Dean talks about his time as MI6's Top Spy Inside Al-Qaeda | 5
Rick Stroud
Author of Lonely Courage, The True Story of the SOE Heroines Who Fought to Free Nazi Occupied France
Episode: The Spy Who Wouldn't Lie | The Unsung Heroines Of WW2 | 5
Andrew Lownie
Author of 'Stalin's Englishman'.
Episode: The Spy Who Saved MI5 | How the Cambridge Five Changed MI5 | 5
Andrew Lycett
Biographer of Ian Fleming, the creator of James Bond
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Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.5k ratings
  • Outstanding!

    I enjoy history, so when I came across this podcast I was immediately enthralled by the stories we never knew about the spy realm. However, I do have one suggestion. Whenever there is only one narrator, it becomes hard to follow who is saying what. If both Indira Varma and Raza Jaffrey were in the same season, it would definitely help us listeners follow the story. I would suggest this podcast to those who enjoy history, spy, or just drama stories. Overall, great podcast and can’t wait to see wh... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    CoopMan2122
    United States14 days ago
  • Idk where they getting their stories from 😭

    I used to love this podcast and im sure it’s still good if you like this stuff but I’m not rly into spies and all but it’s narrated well and seems pretty good but js how and u do they have so many stories tho? 🤣😭

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ~😘ฅ
    United Kingdom20 days ago
  • The Spy Who?

    This is very intriguing. Some of the stories show the stupidity or arrogance of people in charge. But some escapades are truly brilliant! I’d like a story on (Sir) Anthony Blunt how much he was involved in the scandal of the spying for Russia with Burgess, McLean & Philby, how he got away with his part & kept a very high profile role, how he became so close to the Crown, how he was awarded a knighthood?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kkns5693
    United Kingdom24 days ago
  • Love this podcast

    A great podcast, informative and well researched.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    D’Sunrise
    United Statesa month ago
  • Love this podcast

    I love reading spy novels and can’t believe it took my this to start listening to spy podcasts. By far the best podcast of this genre.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mae2022&
    United Statesa month ago

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Listeners appreciate the captivating storytelling and well-researched content that seamlessly blends history with personal narratives.

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Apple Podcasts
#23
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Spotify
#24
United Kingdom/History
Apple Podcasts
#33
United Kingdom/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#69
Canada/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#3
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#7
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The Spy Who Putin Poisoned | Uncovering The Truth With Bellingcat | 5
Q: Was there ever a moment where you were worried for your team?
We certainly have the attention of the Russian state in their public statements.
The Spy Who Putin Poisoned | Uncovering The Truth With Bellingcat | 5
Q: Do you think the Skripal poisoning can be seen as an act of war?
There are multiple incidents where Russian spies haven't just spied, they've blown stuff up and, you know, they've killed people.
The Spy Who Started the Cold War | The Most Dangerous In History? | 5
Q: Why do you think so many great minds were happy to join this project, considering that its key focus was an enormously destructive atomic weapon?
Many scientists saw their work as a necessary response to the enormity of the threat posed by Nazi Germany during the war, balancing ethical considerations with the urgency of their mission.
The Spy Who Started the Cold War | The Most Dangerous In History? | 5
Q: What do you feel made Fuchs so dangerous?
Fuchs was regarded as the most dangerous spy by a US Congressional Enquiry in the 1950s due to his significant espionage activities, especially because he was spreading information during a time when the US and USSR had become adversaries post-war.
The Spy Who Betrayed Bin Laden | Aimen Dean talks about his time as MI6's Top Spy Inside Al-Qaeda | 5
Q: What does it feel like being betrayed by the people you served?
The moment my heart sank when I realized I was outed as a spy was devastating.

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Engaging with the intricate world of espionage, the series explores stories that reveal the unseen efforts of intelligence operatives who often function under perilous conditions. Each episode typically features discussions around historical events, high-stakes operations, and personal accounts from notable spies and experts in the field. Within this captivating narrative, listeners are introduced to the ethical dilemmas and moral complexities faced by those in the intelligence community, as well as insights into the impact of espionage on global politics. With expert guests and a strong emphasis on well-researched content, the series offers an enthralling mixture of history and personal journey that appeals to enthusiasts of intrigue and n... more

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2. Elliot Higgins
3. Frank Close
4. Aimen Dean
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6. Andrew Lownie
7. Andrew Lycett

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