True Spies: Espionage | Investigation | Crime | Murder | Detective | Politics
The Unwanted Spy
Oct 2, 2023
A former CIA officer shares his experiences of discrimination within the agency and his wrongful conviction for violating the Espionage Act. He discusses challenges faced during trial, misuses of the Espionage Act, and his determination to prove his worth. The chapter also covers his involvement in covert operations, filing a discrimination lawsuit, and frustration over an unsolved murder investigation.
50:19
AI Summary
AI Chapters
Episode notes
Podcast summary created with Snipd AI
Quick takeaways
- Jeffrey Sterling believes he was wrongfully convicted and targeted for blowing the whistle on Operation Merlin.
- Jeffrey Sterling faced discrimination as a black CIA officer, struggling with resources and support, and marginalized due to his race.
Deep dives
Wrongfully Convicted and Targeted
Jeffrey Sterling, a former CIA officer, is wrongfully convicted of violating the Espionage Act and believes he was targeted due to blowing the whistle on Operation Merlin. Despite going through official channels to address his concerns, he faced retaliation from the CIA and discrimination within the agency.
Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts
Save insights instantly, chat with episodes, and build lasting knowledge - all powered by AI.
