

True Spies: Debriefs - Robert Booth on underestimating Cuba's spies
Sep 3, 2024
Robert Booth, an ex-State Department counterintelligence officer and self-described spycatcher, dives into the underestimated threat posed by Cuban spies in America. He discusses the shocking access that Cuban agents, like Manuel Roca, have to sensitive U.S. information. The conversation explores the evolution of espionage techniques and how Cuba uniquely targets the U.S., especially within the Cuban community in Florida. Booth reflects on his own journey in counterintelligence, highlighting themes of trust and betrayal that shape the intricate world of espionage.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Espionage Unveiled: The Roca Case
02:39 • 8min
The Evolution of Espionage: From Micro Cameras to Memory Techniques
10:45 • 2min
Cuba's Espionage: Targeting the U.S.
12:23 • 17min
The Hidden Depths of Counterintelligence and Betrayal
29:37 • 4min
Conclusion and Subscription Benefits
33:17 • 2min