

To Catch a Spy | Investigation
Nov 19, 2024
Tim Tate, a veteran investigative journalist and documentary filmmaker, delves into the riveting tale of Peter Wright, an MI5 whistleblower who challenged the Thatcher government in the 1980s. They discuss the Spycatcher Affair and its legal battles, shedding light on the tension between government secrecy and transparency. Tate also reveals the moral complexities of MI5's operations, including controversial surveillance tactics and the enigmatic Roger Hollis case, raising questions about trust and betrayal within British intelligence.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Unveiling Secrets: The Spycatcher Saga
02:07 • 6min
Revolutionizing Surveillance: A Shift in Espionage Tactics
07:54 • 3min
Espionage Chronicles: Unveiling MI5's Secrets
10:39 • 10min
Espionage Unveiled: The Roger Hollis Controversy
20:28 • 11min
Unveiling Secrets: The Risks of Espionage Exposés
31:31 • 2min
The Spycatcher Controversy: A Legal Showdown
33:53 • 13min
Challenges of Information Secrecy in Democracy
46:37 • 4min