

Rob Evans
Guardian journalist known for investigative reporting, collaborated with Paul Lewis on the spy cops scandal.
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Mar 8, 2025 • 46min
Revisited: The spy cops scandal (part 1)
Paul Lewis, Guardian's investigative editor, and Rob Evans, investigative reporter, unravel the shocking spy cops scandal that led to undercover officers infiltrating political groups under false identities. They share chilling accounts, including Jessica's revelation that her partner was secretly an undercover cop. The duo explores the ethical ramifications of these undercover operations, the emotional toll on both officers and their targets, and the lasting impact of such betrayals on trust and relationships within activist communities.

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Mar 9, 2025 • 35min
Revisited: the spy cops scandal (part 2)
Rob Evans, an investigative journalist from The Guardian, teams up with Frank Bennett, who shares a heartrending story about his brother’s identity being hijacked by an undercover cop. They delve into the harrowing reality of police using the identities of deceased children. Frank discusses the deep emotional scars left on his family and the shocking deception they endured. They also explore the inquiry’s frustrations and ethical dilemmas surrounding undercover operations, shedding light on the urgent need for accountability in policing.