The Rest Is Classified

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Enter the secretive world of spies, espionage, and covert operations. Hosted by former CIA analyst turned spy novelist, David McCloskey, and veteran security correspondent, Gordon Corera, this podcast unravels real-life spy stories, intelligence secrets, and the hidden power struggles shaping global events. From Cold War espionage to modern-day intelligence agencies like the CIA, MI6, and Mossad, explore the world of double agents, classified missions, and the shadowy figures who operate in them. Whether you're a true crime addict, a thriller fan, or fascinated by spy stories, this is the show for you.

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Intelligence Scoop: How Nvidia’s CEO Fell for a Suspected Chinese Spy

2026-11-10 · 53 min

Did the CEO of one of the world’s most valuable companies just get honeytrapped by a Chinese spy? And why did the White House know for a year, and do nothing? Listen as David and Gordon tell the inside story of whether…
203. Watergate: The Spies Who Went Rogue (Ep 2)

2026-11-09 · 57 min · Season 1, episode 203

How did a former CIA officer and his Cuban assets break into the offices of a Los Angeles psychiatrist? And what did the CIA know about it? Listen as David and Gordon delve into the break-ins that led up to the infamous…
Intelligence Scoop: How North Korean Hackers Stole $6.3bn in Crypto

2026-11-05 · 37 min

Did North Korean hackers just get away with the biggest heist in history? And why does Kim Jong Un run his intelligence agencies like crime syndicates? Listen as David and Gordon delve into the mad world of North Korean…
202. Watergate: The CIA Conspiracy (Ep 1)

2026-11-02 · 1 hr 1 min · Season 1, episode 202

Was the CIA behind the Watergate break-in and cover-up? And why did Langley technicians hand one of Nixon’s burglars a wig, an alias driving license and a camera hidden in a tobacco pouch? Listen as David and Gordon…
The US Mercenaries Fighting Haiti’s Deadly Gang War

2026-10-30 · 37 min

“Years of political turmoil, corruption and the ascendance of a deadly gang coalition are suffocating Haiti’s capital city. The US and international community have repeatedly tried and failed to help bring order. Now,…
Intelligence Scoop: Why Governments Want Us To Stockpile

2026-10-29 · 35 min

In the last weeks, we’ve had dire warnings from governments and intelligence agencies across the world, warning of a cyber apocalypse and a global internet meltdown. At the same time, the British government has told…
201. Kim Philby: Exiled in Moscow (Ep 6)

2026-10-26 · 56 min · Season 1, episode 201

Kim Philby was perhaps the greatest spy of the twentieth century, but who was he really working for all along? This is the moment the Philby story reaches its dramatic conclusion… Listen as David and Gordon wrap up…
Intelligence Scoop: Is Saudi Arabia Spying on Silicon Valley?

2026-10-21 · 56 min

Is Saudi Arabia spying inside Silicon Valley? And are America's tech secrets at risk? Listen as David and Gordon dig into the wild story of an engineer allegedly stealing secrets from Open AI - the makers of ChatGPT.…
200. Kim Philby: Unmasking MI6’s Greatest Traitor (Ep 5)

2026-10-18 · 49 min · Season 1, episode 200

Has the past finally caught up with MI6 officer and KGB spy Kim Philby? His best friend has been sent out to confront him - but who will win out? Listen as David and Gordon reach the penultimate episode in the wild life…
Intelligence Scoop: The Biggest Threats to Britain, Live From MI5

2026-10-13 · 49 min

What really happened at RAF Fairford? Are Russia and Iran escalating their attacks on the UK? And could AI help terrorists develop deadly bioweapons? Listen as David and Gordon dissect the key stories from MI5’s annual…

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Oldest episode in feed: 11/2024 · over a year
Typical length: 46 min
Format: Episodic Newest first, episodes stand alone

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