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Kim Philby, Super Spy: Part Two, The Third Man
Apr 16, 2024
Rhiannon Neads explores Kim Philby's downfall due to booze, bad luck, and betrayal in the fascinating world of espionage. The podcast delves into Philby's double-agent role, his turbulent marriage, strategic moves in British intelligence, and the unravelling of his betrayals amidst escalating tensions and dramatic interrogations.
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- Kim Philby operated undetected within MI6 for years, selling secrets to the Russians.
- The defection of fellow Soviet spies McLean and Burgess raised suspicion about a potential third man within MI6.
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