

The Spy Who Sold Peace to the IRA | Fly Fishing | 3
Aug 27, 2024
Willie Carlin, a former undercover agent in the IRA, shares his harrowing experiences navigating moral dilemmas while deep in enemy territory. He recounts a chilling discovery in an IRA safe house, forcing him to question his loyalty versus his conscience. The podcast dives into the psychological tensions of undercover work, juxtaposing personal conflict with fierce political rivalries. Carlin reveals how he operated amid betrayal, navigating the labyrinth of trust and manipulation during peace negotiations, highlighting the fine line between loyalty and justice.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Conscience and Advocacy: A Tale of Internal Conflict and Social Justice
02:34 • 2min
Undercover Tensions and Rivalry
04:58 • 8min
Shadows of Betrayal
12:43 • 24min
Navigating Trust Among Shadows of Loyalty
36:19 • 5min
Tangled Loyalties and Political Manipulations
41:29 • 5min
Revisiting Historical Narratives in Peace Negotiations
46:27 • 1min