The Spy Who

Oleg Gordievsky's journey from KGB mole to MI6's top spy reveals chilling insights into Soviet nuclear paranoia. As tensions rise with NATO's Able Archer exercises, he urgently warns MI6 and CIA about imminent threats. The podcast highlights Gordievsky's pivotal role in shaping U.S. responses, while dealing with KGB rivalries and internal pressures. His promotion, espionage challenges, and the personal stakes of loyalty make for a thrilling narrative of espionage and diplomacy during a precarious Cold War era.

A small town is rocked when three young boys go missing, leading to a shocking discovery. The investigation faces challenges with limited evidence and community pressure. Instead of justice, it spirals into a web of false accusations against three teenagers. Explore the chaos, media frenzy, and the struggle for truth that ensues, as the story captures national attention and sparks a lengthy fight for justice that resonates for nearly two decades.

Discover the thrilling tale of Oleg Gordievsky, a KGB spy who became a key asset for Western intelligence. Find out how his unexpected shopping trip led to his recruitment and a critical role in easing Cold War tensions. Listen as he navigates personal struggles, risky affairs, and espionage secrets while planning a daring escape from the Soviet grip. The story combines intrigue with humorous moments, including a clever use of chocolate bars for covert communications. Dive into this fascinating journey of betrayal and bravery!

Morten Storm, a former Danish extremist turned informant, shares his extraordinary journey from gang life to infiltrating al-Qaeda. He discusses his radicalization in Yemen, the complexities of working with multiple intelligence agencies, and the harsh personal cost of espionage, including betrayal and PTSD. He reflects on his unique relationship with Anwar al-Awlaki and the fallout of his spying activities, revealing the deep emotional impact on his family and regrets as a father. Morten's story highlights the blurry lines between duty, identity, and personal sacrifice.

Danish spy Morten Storm is on a dangerous mission to secure a bounty on terrorist cleric Anwar al-Awlaki. After a failed USB handoff, he grapples with guilt when al-Awlaki is reported dead. Confronted by the CIA about payment, Storm quits and joins al-Qaeda to regain credibility, unknowingly carrying a recording that could expose his ties to the CIA. Tensions rise as he receives warnings about a kill switch and takes his story public, leading to scandals and personal turmoil as he faces ongoing threats.

Morten Storm navigates the treacherous landscape of Yemen to spy on jihadi preacher Anwar al-Awlaki. His complex relationship with al-Awlaki intensifies as he attempts to build trust through a marriage proposal involving a strategic asset. Ethical dilemmas arise among handlers debating the risks of this operation. As Storm deals with the fallout and personal struggles, urgency mounts following al-Awlaki's narrow escape from a drone strike. The hunt intensifies, merging intrigue with moral conflicts amidst discussions of lucrative bounties.

A former outlaw biker dives into Islamic extremism and finds himself entangled in the world of espionage. He experiences a crisis when a USB exposing his CIA ties is at risk. His journey from radicalization in Britain to infiltrating jihadi networks in Yemen unveils deep loyalties and dangerous friendships. Tensions rise as he navigates between competing intelligence agencies, ultimately deciding to become a spy against al-Qaeda. The moral dilemmas he faces challenge both his faith and his identity.

How did Ana Montes spy for Cuba for 17 years while surrounded by FBI agents, which included her own relatives? Investigative journalist Jim Popkin joins spy novelist Charlie Higson to reveal how the Pentagon's top Cuba analyst maintained her double life, and shared Thanksgiving dinner surrounded FBI family members while feeding America's military secrets to Havana. Having spent extensive time with Montes’ own siblings, Popkin knows this remarkable story of deception inside out - from Montes’ risky romance with an intelligence officer, to the psychological discipline that kept her hidden in plain sight. It's a tale that shook US intelligence to its core, wrapped around a family drama that still reverberates today.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Defense Intelligence Agency thinks it’s found the Cuban spy in its ranks but convincing the FBI won’t be easy. And as the agencies clash, Ana Montes starts to wonder: is there more to life than espionage?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

When intelligence analyst Ana Montes is briefed on one of the USA’s greatest military secrets, she is torn. Should she pass the intel to Cuba to alter the global balance of power, or is this one secret too far?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.