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In this episode of One Decision, Sir Richard Dearlove, former MI6 chief, and journalist Christina Ruffini speak with Professor Chuck Freilich, Israel's former Deputy National Security Adviser. Freilich explains why he no longer sees a two-state solution as viable and lays out a three-pillar alternative for Gaza and the West Bank. He examines the aims and limits of Israel's campaign against Hamas, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's political incentives, and what recent strikes mean for Iran's nuclear program. Episode produced by Situation Room Studios. Original music composed and produced by Leo Sidran.

Show Notes Episode 504: We Will Always Have Paris This week Host Dave Bledsoe gate crashed a celebrity event by carrying a camera and claiming he was “with the media” just to get access to the open bar. (The only photo taken was his mugshot. Again.) On the show this week we pick up with Chuck and Diane after their fairy tale wedding and following it to its tragic conclusion of Chuck wishing he were a tampon. Along the way we discover why Dave never had any children. (He doesn't like them and women don't like him.) Then we dive right into why Chuck chose the crown over love because of his great uncle Eddie. From there we learn how neither of our two love birds really tried all THAT hard to make it work. (A lot easier to have affairs.) We see their marriage through to the bitter end and then we discuss Diana's bitter end in a Paris tunnel.  Do we talk about how the Queen and MI6 are responsible? Of COURSE we do! Our Sponsor this week is The Firm, you can check out any time you like but only WE say when you can leave.  We open the show with new coverage of the fateful night that broke the world's heart and close with Alexander Mills with some traffic safety tips. (And it is still better than our first choice) Show Theme: Hypnostate Prelude to Common Sense The Show on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/whatthehellpodcast.bsky.social The Show on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whatthehellpodcast/ The Show on Youtube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjxP5ywpZ-O7qu_MFkLXQUQ The Show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatthehellwereyouthinkingpod/ Our Discord Server: https://discord.gg/kHmmrjptrq Our Website: https://www.whatthehellpodcast.com Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/Whatthehellpodcast The Show Line: 347 687 9601 Closing Music: https://youtu.be/pvX4khWrFt8?si=lA8t-OHrvow5WXPn Buy Our Stuff: https://www.seltzerkings.com/shop Citations Needed:  Prince Charles Found This Aspect of His Marriage to Princess Diana “Very Difficult to Cope With” https://www.instyle.com/prince-charles-found-marriage-princess-diana-difficult-cope-with-11700298 A Timeline of Prince Charles and Princess Diana's Tumultuous, Tragic Relationship https://www.vogue.com/article/a-timeline-of-prince-charles-and-princess-dianas-tumultuous-tragic-relationship In pictures: how the world mourned and marked Princess Diana's death https://theweek.com/news/society/957790/how-the-world-mourned-princess-diana-death Elton John's Diana tribute among most hated hits https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/uknews/1313402/Elton-Johns-Diana-tribute-among-most-hated-hits.html?ICID=continue_without_subscribing_reg_first 'The Express' and Diana: Cover-ups, spies and conspiracies https://www.independent.co.uk/news/media/the-express-and-diana-coverups-spies-and-conspiracies-429277.html Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Watchdogs Didn't Bark was the last great book on the September 11th 2001 terrorist attacks. In this episode I... The post ClandesTime 283 – 9/11: The Watchdogs Didn't Bark first appeared on Spy Culture.

TOTALLY SHAGADELIC, BABY!! Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery Full Movie Reaction Watch Along:   / thereelrejects   Visit https://huel.com/rejects to get 15% off your order Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ It's Comedy Saturday and John & Aaron are BACK for some '60s-via-the-'90s hijinks as they give their Austin Powers: International Reaction, Recap, Analysis, & Spoiler Review! Groovy, baby! Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery (1997), directed by Jay Roach (Meet the Parents, Meet the Fockers), kicked off one of the most iconic spoof comedy franchises of all time. Mike Myers (Wayne's World, Shrek) stars in dual roles as the shagadelic British superspy Austin Powers and his nefarious nemesis Dr. Evil, both frozen in the 1960s and thawed out in the 1990s to clash in a battle of ridiculous gadgets, swinging style, and absurd world-domination schemes. Elizabeth Hurley (Bedazzled, Serving Sara) co-stars as Vanessa Kensington, Austin's smart and glamorous partner, while Michael York (Logan's Run) plays Basil Exposition, Austin's MI6 handler. Mimi Rogers (Lost in Space) appears as Mrs. Kensington, Austin's original ‘60s partner, and Robert Wagner (Hart to Hart) and Seth Green (Family Guy, Robot Chicken) bring laughs as Dr. Evil's dysfunctional family, Number Two and Scott Evil. Fabiana Udenio (Summer School) shines as the villainous Alotta Fagina, and Mindy Sterling (The Grinch, iCarly) makes her debut as the fierce Frau Farbissina. The film parodies James Bond and spy thrillers with outrageous humor, outrageous set pieces, and endlessly quotable moments—like Dr. Evil's “One million dollars!” gag, Austin's dental reveal, and the hilarious naked-object blocking sequences. Backed by a swinging ‘60s-inspired soundtrack featuring Quincy Jones's Soul Bossa Nova and iconic visual flair, Austin Powers became a comedy phenomenon and cultural touchstone. Join Aaron and John as they revisit the spy spoofs, psychedelic costumes, and laugh-out-loud scenes that turned Austin Powers into a cult comedy classic! Follow Aaron On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealaaronalexander/?hl=en Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Follow Us On Socials:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/  Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/reelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Music Used In Ad:  Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM:  FB:  https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thegregalba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on The Roseanne Barr Podcast, Roseanne sits down with Bishop Larry Gaiters—one of the boldest truth-tellers on the planet. Together, they peel back the curtain on Jeffrey Epstein's global blackmail machine, the Royal Family's hidden ties, and the intelligence networks—MI6, Mossad, and beyond—that kept the whole operation running in the shadows. Bishop Gaiters doesn't hold back, connecting the dots between power, perversion, and politics, while Roseanne brings her trademark fire to a conversation the mainstream will never touch. From palaces to deep-state agencies, nothing is off-limits in this explosive exchange. If you've ever suspected the elites are running a rigged game—you'll want to hear this.   BISHOP LARRY GAITERS https://x.com/BishopLGaiters Host of Global Master Classes Every TUESDAY & FRIDAY (8pm EST / 5pm PST) One: https://YouTube.com/@globalspiritualrevolutionmedia  https://GlobalSpiritualMovement.org   Host: Nationally Syndicated Global Spiritual Revolution Radio AM 970 THE ANSWER Salem Media Group New York Los Angeles LLC https://am970TheAnswer.com   Please Support The Global Work That CHRIST Has Called Bishop Larry Gaiters Too: PayPal https://PayPal.me/GSRRMediaGroup  ------------------------------------------------ Sponsored By: Republic Life Now Access your life insurance before you need it. Plan a smarter retirement now! Goto https://republiclifenow.com and plan the best retirement strategy for you.   The Wellness Company It's time to restore calm, clarity, and emotional balance with “MIND LIFT” from The Wellness Company! Order now at https://www.twc.health/RB and use code RB for 10% off + Free Shipping. ------------------------------------------------ Follow Roseanne:     Website: https://www.roseannebarr.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialroseannebarr    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/officialroseannebarr   Twitter: https://twitter.com/therealroseanne   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/roseanneworld Rumble: https://rumble.com/user/roseannebarrpodcast Merch: https://www.roseannebarr.com/shop ------------------------------------------------ Co-host /Producer: Jake Pentland https://twitter.com/jakezuccproof https://www.instagram.com/jakepentlandzuccproof ------------------------------------------------   Music: "Synthetic World" by Swamp Dogg: https://youtu.be/2_uOB0455VI ------------------------------------------------    

He was a KGB colonel. A double agent. And the most valuable spy Britain ever had. Born into a world of secrets & silence in Moscow Oleg Gordievsky's journey takes us from the waning days of Stalin to his disillusionment with the Soviet system and his defection to MI6. He lived a secret life at the heart of Soviet intelligence — all while feeding classified information to London. From within the KGB's London station, he exposed espionage operations, influenced diplomacy at the highest level, and warned of dangerous Soviet paranoia at the height of nuclear tensions. When discovery loomed, Britain launched one of the most daring escapes in espionage history. This is the astonishing true story of betrayal, conscience, and survival in the darkest shadows of the Cold War. Related episodes: 1983 – the year the Cold War almost turned hot https://coldwarconversations.com/episode316/ Episode extras ⁠https://coldwarconversations.com/episode418/⁠ The fight to preserve Cold War history continues and via a simple monthly donation, you will give me the ammunition to continue to preserve Cold War history. You'll become part of our community, get ad-free episodes, and get a sought-after CWC coaster as a thank you and you'll bask in the warm glow of knowing you are helping to preserve Cold War history. Just go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://coldwarconversations.com/donate/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If a monthly contribution is not your cup of tea, we welcome one-off donations via the same link. Find the ideal gift for the Cold War enthusiast in your life! Just go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://coldwarconversations.com/store/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow us on BlueSky ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bsky.app/profile/coldwarpod.bsky.social⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow us on Threads ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.threads.net/@coldwarconversations⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow us on Twitter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/ColdWarPod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/coldwarpod/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/coldwarconversations/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Youtube ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://youtube.com/@ColdWarConversations⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Love history? Join Intohistory ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://intohistory.com/coldwarpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Eighty years on from Victory over Japan day in 1945, the contribution of British and Commonwealth soldiers in a brutal battle against the Imperial Japanese armed forces is often overlooked. The fact that the dropping of two atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki saved the lives of many in prisoner of war camps is even less discussed. Featuring voicenotes from readers whose family fought in Asia and the Pacific, Venetia and Roland dive into this tangled history and reflect on the legacy they have left behind. Plus, The Telegraph's Gareth Corfield gives the inside scoop on the story behind the biggest British data leak in history - the Ministry of Defence's Afghan list - and how Iran is using it to hunt for MI6 spies. Read David Blair's piece: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/08/06/the-bombing-of-hiroshima-saved-my-grandfather/Read more VJ Day veteran accounts: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/08/15/vj-day-80th-anniversary-veterans-who-were-there/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I wonder what they're going to talk about way up North? There will be serious issues covered. What a shame she can't go. The historic meeting has lots of wrinkles. Fun gathering in a safe satellite geometry. Also a lack of undersea cables. The aliens in DC look like black people. That is a The great op. Frankincense and Myrrh offers a sleeping breath. Special blankets from grandma. DOGE is a target again. The Hatch Act will be involved. What they are saying is new, is definitely not. Shutting down unwanted narratives. How are you productive to society? The President will tell us everything. Nobody else is any good. We need a third option. If you are there to solve a problem, you think about humanity. The face skin that has never looked so good. A newly neutralized Turkey will be a topic in Alaska. Let's pretend the aliens show up. What would they look like? Staying silent on the reactive events. Don't fly Alaska Airlines. MI6 is doing a lot of shit right now. it's going to be a fun 911 this year. It's all happening right now. Critical thinking by people who share frog memes. Watch cringe story reels for a fun evening. True Journalism means being unbounded. It's principal first, and then you must add the large doses of perseverance.

Today, we're looking ahead to Friday's meeting in Alaska between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin, as Trump hints at a potential land swap to end the war in Ukraine. Trump announced the meeting last Friday, the same day of his self-imposed deadline for Russia to agree to a ceasefire or else face more US sanctions.Meanwhile, European allies have rallied behind Ukraine in a renewed show of support, insisting that any peace talks with Russia must include Kyiv.Joining Adam to look ahead to the talks are Christopher Steele, the former Head of the Russia desk at MI6, Vitaly Shevchenko from Ukrainecast and Sumi Somaskanda, the BBC's Chief News Presenter in Washington D.C.You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play Newscast”. It works on most smart speakers. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhereGet in touch with Newscast by emailing newscast@bbc.co.uk or send us a whatsapp on +44 0330 123 9480.New episodes released every day. If you're in the UK, for more News and Current Affairs podcasts from the BBC, listen on BBC Sounds: https://bit.ly/3ENLcS1 Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Gabriel Purcell-Davis and Gabriel May. The social producers was Joe Wilkinson. The technical producer was Rohan Madison. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.

Jacqueline Harvey (Alice-Miranda series, Kensy and Max series) and Kristin Darell (Taronga Presents series and Football Fever Series) share some laughs and talk about what inspires their books, how they got into the publishing industry, and believe it or not, koala poo. Learn more about the two authors, how Jacqueline once spied on MI6, Kristin's experience at Taronga Zoo, and as always, the book industry in this episode of "Authors on Authors". Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In John Gardner's sixth continuation novel, M has "cream cake" on his face and Bond is brought in to clean up the mess. Ghosts from a former operation have returned to haunt the MI6 chief as his agents are being mutilated and wiped out. Without the help of official channels, 007 must rely on his rolodex of allies to safeguard the targets and track down the hit team before it's too late. So, tune those harmonica bugs and call your gangster friends: from London to Ireland, Paris to Hong Kong, the stakes are high and set-pieces abound in this "help wanted" adventure!

The Cinematography Podcast Episode 319: Christopher Ross, BSC The Peacock series The Day of the Jackal, a modern update of the film and novel, is an exhilarating cat-and-mouse thriller. It follows a charismatic, lethal assassin known only as the Jackal (Eddie Redmayne) and the determined MI6 agent, Bianca Pullman (Lashana Lynch), who is on his trail. Cinematographer Christopher Ross, BSC, has earned an Emmy nomination for the show's first episode. He collaborated with director Brian Kirk to craft the series' distinctive visual language. Chris and Kirk wanted to transform the 1970s source material into a contemporary, slick thriller centered on deception. To visually convey this subjective reality, Chris used a range of cinematic techniques, including lens aberrations, smoke filters, and a blend of precise and unpredictable camera movement. "If you know how you want your audience to feel, then you can reverse engineer the imagery to force that emotion," Chris says. His approach leans toward a more chaotic and naturalistic style rather than a traditionally elevated, polished look. A central challenge was to make the audience feel connected to both the Jackal and Bianca, a narrative where the roles of "cat" and "mouse" constantly shift. Chris explains, “How do we make a modern slick thriller with a dual protagonist, a cat and mouse drama where the cat and the mouse change places? We wanted the imagery to be playful and light-footed, like a magic trick, and to not necessarily be instantly decipherable.” Chris drew inspiration from 1970s thrillers such as Klute, The Parallax View, and Three Days of the Condor to inform the show's visual style. ARRI ALPHA anamorphic lenses created a wide frame for a strong sense of connection with the characters. He customized the lenses to produce an exaggerated square bokeh around the frame. It symbolized the compartmentalization within the characters' lives, reinforcing the theme of hidden realities. The Emmy-nominated first episode features a complex, two-minute opening shot—or "oner"—that required extensive preparation. Chris and Kirk meticulously planned the scene to capture all the essential details as the camera follows the Jackal through an apartment. During the shoot, the production team performed a synchronized dance of moving doors and walls, all timed with Redmayne's performance.“It was one of the best, most interesting oners that I've ever been fortunate enough to construct with a director,” says Chris. “The frame changes so often, the storytelling is as frequent as if you were editing.” Christopher Ross, BSC is also the President of the British Society of Cinematographers, an organization that promotes the art and craft of cinematography in the UK and internationally. See The Day of the Jackal on Peacock. Find Christopher Ross, BSC: https://www.christopherrossbsc.com/ Instagram @edjibevel Hear our previous interview with Christopher Ross on the series Shōgun. https://www.camnoir.com/ep266/ Sponsored by Hot Rod Cameras: https://hotrodcameras.com/ The Cinematography Podcast website: www.camnoir.com YouTube: @TheCinematographyPodcast Facebook: @cinepod Instagram: @thecinepod Blue Sky: @thecinepod.bsky.social

NEW from True Spies: Brief Histories. From Ancient Roman propaganda apparatus to burgeoning MI6 operations, hear how the very information we consume has throughout history been orchestrated. In Brief Histories, the new monthly special from True Spies, series producer Joe Foley is your guide to the evolution of this secret world - alongside a treasure-trove of expert knowledge from our archive. From SPYSCAPE, the home of secrets and skills. A Cup And Nuzzle production. Series producer: Joe Foley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stanley Kubrick, Eyes Wide Shut, Mohamed al-Fayed, Adnan Khashoggi, British intelligence, Julian Amery, Israel, Suez Crisis, Haiti, George de Mohrenschildt, CIA, Nasser, Lonrho, Tiny Rowland, Mayfair Set, Harrods, Sultan of Brunei, Jonathan Aitken, arms trafficking, Gerard Bull, Project Babylon, Le Cercle, Dutroux affair, Dodi Fayed, the rivalry between al-Fayed and the Khashoggis over Dodi, Prince Diane, the Dodi-Di romance, the death of Diane and Dodi, possible MI6 involvement, the Israeli link in the crash, the white Fiat Uno, Lyndon Larouche, the similarities between Robert Maxwell and al-Fayed, al-Fayed as a sexual predator, Kubrick's initial plans to use the Earl of Spencer's residence in Eyes Wide Shut, references to al-Fayed in Eyes Wide Shut, Kubrick's awareness of al-Fayed as a sexual predator, Punch magazine and Kubrick's lawsuit against, the break-in on the Eyes Wide Shut set, the white Fiat Uno reduxMusic by: Keith Allen Dennishttps://keithallendennis.bandcamp.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The rise of former CIA officers working as consultants to the film and TV business is one of the cultural... The post Subscribercast #100 – The Latest in the CIA and Hollywood first appeared on Spy Culture.

In this episode of the Spymasters Podcast, host Antonia Senior and special guest Oliver Webb Carter explore the enduring influence of Frederick Forsyth, the legendary author behind classics like The Day of the Jackal and The Odessa File. Discover how Forsyth redefined spy fiction with his journalistic precision, insider intelligence, and gritty realism drawn from his time with MI6. As the genre experiences a compelling renaissance in espionage fiction, Antonia and Oliver spotlight a new generation of contemporary spy authors who are capturing today's complex geopolitical themes—from cyberwarfare to AI surveillance. Plus, don't miss the exciting reveal of the inaugural Spymasters Book Prize, which aims to celebrate the best in modern spy thrillers, espionage novels, and literary spy fiction. Whether you're a fan of classic thrillers, Cold War espionage, or cutting-edge spy stories, this episode is packed with insider commentary, book recommendations, and rich literary analysis of one of the most influential authors in the spy fiction genre.

MI6 double agent Duško Popov is heading to America, armed with evidence of Japan's keen interest in the US Pearl Harbor naval base. But he's about to discover that the biggest threat to his mission are the very people he's here to help: the FBI.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Westphalian Order, Thirty Years War, Catholic vs Protestant perspectives, Treaty of Westphalia, why the nation-state doesn't work, de jure versus de facto of globalism as it stands, intelligence bodies as global governance, how intelligence organizations manipulate nation-states, the rule of Zionism in the global order, MI6 as a front for the UK's real intelligence aristocracy, the UK as a model for public-private globalism under security services, the benefits of federalism in regard to other political systems, the importance of rediscovering the class struggle, Garibaldi and Italian unification, Bolivarism as a model for global governance, the specter of colonialism, how to overcome the Westphalian order, the importance of building from the ground up, support networks, is it possible to avoid the drift to oligarchy?Music by: Keith Allen Dennishttps://keithallendennis.bandcamp.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The FBI, MI6, CIA and a nuclear physicist - all used to find counterfeit wine by Bill Koch, one of the subjects of this month's Wine Conversation. Plus, the fall-out of the Bordeaux 2024 campaign, aluminium bottles, vintage reports from Chile and Argentina, and much more. Listen in to hear the latest wine news and views.Find out more at wine-conversation.com

Author, historian and former British Foreign Office official Tim Willasey-Wilsey tells the incredible story of Wilhelm Von De Ropp - the high-born chameleon who had Hitler's ear in the build-up to WW2. But unbeknownst to the Nazis, 'Bill' was MI6's man on the inside, passing on information that would help Britain to win the war... From SPYSCAPE, the home of secrets. A Cup And Nuzzle production. Series producer: Joe Foley. Produced by Joe Foley. Tim Willasey-Wilsey is Visiting Professor at Kings College, University of London, and the author of The Spy and the Devil . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's 1940 and Serbian playboy Duško Popov hopes to sit out World War Two in Belgrade. But when his best friend, Johnny Jebsen shows up at his door to call in an old debt, Popov finds himself sucked into the wartime spy game – as an agent for both Nazi Germany and Britain's MI6.Listen to The Spy Who on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen early and ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting https://wondery.com/links/the-spy-who/ now.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, Professor Tim Willasey-Wilsey, Visiting Professor at the Department of War Studies, joins Dr Huw Dylan, Reader in Intelligence Studies and International Security, to delve into Tim's new book, The Spy and the Devil: The Untold Story of the MI6 Agent Who Penetrated Hitler's Inner Circle. They discuss the remarkable story of Baron William de Ropp—MI6's key source inside Nazi Germany in the 1930s. Tim shares how de Ropp, a little-known Baltic German aristocrat, became responsible for over 70% of British intelligence reporting on Nazi Germany before World War II. Fluent in four languages and able to move through elite German circles undetected, de Ropp developed close ties with senior Nazis like Alfred Rosenberg—and even secured face time with Adolf Hitler himself. Tim and Huw explore how de Ropp's intelligence work marked a turning point for MI6, transforming it from a low-level, tactical service into a strategic intelligence agency. They also explore the risks of improvisational espionage, the moral ambiguities of cultivating Nazi contacts, and how the agency learned—often painfully—how to run a new kind of agent.

Heads Of State is streaming now on Prime VideoThe UK Prime Minister (Idris Elba) and US President (John Cena) have a public rivalry that risks their countries' alliance. But when they become targets of a powerful enemy, they're forced to rely on each other as they go on a wild, multinational run. Allied with Noel, a brilliant MI6 agent (Priyanka Chopra Jonas), they must find a way to thwart a conspiracy that threatens the free world.Jarchy's Body Building, Farmerboy69's Influencer Evening & Some Really Original Characters!The Round UpHeads Of StateBody Building/Farmerboy69Farmerboy69's Time To ShineThe ShowCharactersHotlines Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

 In this sharp, witty episode of Mark and Pete, the duo tackle three headline-grabbing stories from a Christian and cultural perspective — each punctuated with a specially written satirical poem and a relevant Bible verse.Young Voting: Should 16-year-olds really get the vote? Mark and Pete explore the implications of extending democracy to teenagers barely out of their school uniforms. With humour and insight, they ask: is emotional maturity keeping pace with political power? National Security: MI6 is reportedly underfunded while enemy spies multiply like bad ideas in Whitehall. The chaps delve into Britain's declining intelligence prowess, asking whether our spiritual defences are just as under-resourced. Reformulating Coca-Cola: Under pressure from Donald Trump and RFK Jr, Coca-Cola may change its formula. But is the battle for our tastebuds a metaphor for something deeper — a loss of authenticity in the modern West? Each topic is framed by a bespoke poem (crafted with Mark's usual dry wit) and a pointed Bible verse chosen by Pete, adding moral depth and spiritual reflection to the cultural satire. Perfect for fans of Christian commentary, British humour, and smart takes on news and society. Subscribe now and sip the truth, straight from the bottle. Would you like a Tweet-sized teaser to match?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mark-and-pete--1245374/support.

In 2022, a UK Special Forces official accidentally leaked the names of over 18,000 Afghan nationals, British special forces operatives and MI6 agents, putting thousands of lives at risk if the information fell into the wrong hands.Writer: James Tapper Producer: Jonathan LewisHost: Ada Barume Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The High Court has heard that a database containing details of Afghans that was leaked in 2022 also had information about serving and former members of UK Special Forces and MI6. Also, the government sets out its plans to give the vote to 16 and 17 year olds at the next General Election; and Diane Abbott has been "administratively suspended" from the Labour party pending an investigation.

On today's podcast: sacré bleu – we have a one-in, one-out migration deal with France. In a press conference yesterday, Keir Starmer and President Macron announced a deal they hope will curb Channel crossings. But, as ever, the devil is in the detail, with some key concerns about the numbers and the time frame. Digital ID cards are also back on the agenda – after an intervention from former MI6 boss Alex Younger on Newsnight. The argument is that they could deter the ‘grey labour force' and make it harder to work in the UK for those arriving via unauthorised means. It's the Blairite policy that refuses to go away – but, as Michael Simmons argues, we may already have the infrastructure. It's not all rosy for the government, and we could well be heading for economic catastrophe. This follows the publication of the OBR's Fiscal Risks and Sustainability document. The language is polite, matter-of-fact and bureaucratic. But read between the lines, look at the numbers, and it paints a damning picture of the risks we face as a country. Is a wealth tax the answer?Lucy Dunn speaks to James Heale and Michael Simmons.Produced by Oscar Edmondson.For more Spectator podcasts, go to spectator.co.uk/podcasts. Contact us: podcast@spectator.co.uk

The consequences for nuclear proliferation of the Israeli - Iran War The Black Spy Podcast, 200, Season 21, Episode 0001   This week's Black Spy Podcast looks at the consequences of the Israeli attack on Iran and the subsequent 12 day war for the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty. As part of Carlton's ‘Critical Thinking' orientated episodes, where he asks listeners to think beyond the mass media fed narrates that state's wish their citizens to imbibe, Carlton outlines massive anomalies, double standards and hypocrisy. Learn about IAEA position, which states already possess nuclear weapons and the value of these weapons to those states. Carlton uses his decades of expertise in the UK's national security, secret intelligence and governmental close protection fields to assess this area of his previous work including his feel for the situation due to non-proliferation counter intelligence role. So, if you want to continue learning whilst being entertained this and next week's continuation of this subject are must listen episodes. Please don't forget to subscribe to the Black Spy Podcast for free, thereby you'll never miss another episode. To contact Firgas Esack of the DAPS Agency go to Linked In To contact Carlton King by utilising any of the following: To donate - Patreon.com/TheBlackSpyPodcast Email: carltonking2003@gmail.com Facebook: The Black Spy Podcast Facebook: Carlton King Author Twitter@Carlton_King Instagram@carltonkingauthor To read Carlton's Autobiography: “Black Ops – The incredible true story of a (Black) British secret agent” Click the link below: https://amzn.eu/d/fmzzq9h  

As US, Israeli and Iranian leaders trade bombs and threats, this episode will help remind you one reason why Iran's government learned to detest the US long ago: The US and Britain secretly ran the plot to topple its leader in the 1950s. Why? For Iran's oil. Filmmakers Taghi Amirani and Walter Murch discuss their riveting documentary, Coup 53 - which shows step by step how the CIA and MI6 carried it out. Nations are like people: once they've been traumatized, it's hard to forget.

In this week's episode, hosts Kate McCann and Sir Richard Dearlove, former chief of Britain's MI6, sit down with Conservative MP Jeremy Hunt, who has served as the UK's Chancellor of the Exchequer and Foreign Secretary. They discuss what Hunt calls Britain's "crisis of self confidence," what NATO must do to contain Russia and China, and how global instability - from Iran to Taiwan - is reshaping foreign policy. Hunt also reflects on Donald Trump's leadership style, reforming migration policies, and behind-the-scenes moments from Liz Truss's resignation. Episode produced by Situation Room Studios. Original music composed and produced by Leo Sidran.

In this edition of One Decision In Brief, hosts Christina Ruffini and Sir Richard Dearlove, former head of Britain's MI6, explore the opening of Greenland to U.S. tourism and what locals thinks of American influence. They then dive into the latest tariff tensions between the U.S. and Canada, assess Trump's trade tactics, and unpack reports on Iran's nuclear program after recent airstrikes - questioning whether the regime might rebuild, retreat, or escalate. Episode produced by Situation Room Studios. Original music composed and produced by Leo Sidran.

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Watch on Philo! - Philo.tv/DTHThe movie kicks off with Ethan having a dream where he's getting married to Julia but Lane is the officiant and then there's an explosion. He wakes up to a  knock at the door. He is given a package with his new mission.  Apparently, the remains of  "The Syndicate" have reformed into a terrorist group known as "The Apostles". They are responsible for a smallpox outbreak. It's serious stuff. Ethan is told to intercept three stolen plutonium cores before the Apostles can sell them to a baddie named John Lark. It appears John Lark and the Apostles are working together to acquire what they need for nuclear weapons.   So Ethan meets up with Benji and Luther for the mission. He arranges to buy the plutonium from some baddies. But they fail when the Apostles hijack the exchange and Ethan chooses to save Luther's life and the plutonium is taken by the Apostles.  The team capture nuclear weapons expert Nils. They keep Nils in a simulated hospital and run news reels on TV indicating that 3 nuclear attacks have already taken place. Nils agrees to give the pass-code to his phone, if the news reads his manifesto on TV. Turns out, all fake but it's too late, they already have what they need.  We meet the new CIA Director Erica Sloane, she instructs operative August Walker to shadow Ethan as he attempts to retrieve the plutonium because she doesn't trust the IMF to do the job.   They believe Lark is going to be at this party in Paris. So Ethan and Walker have to parachute in, which is harder than it sounds. Walker almost dies but not on Ethan Hunt's watch! They track a man whom they suspect to be Lark. They end up getting in a big fight but dude ends up getting shot by...Ilsa! Ilsa is back baby! She does not tell Ethan who sent her. This is bad news because this dude is supposed to meeting with an arms dealer named the White Widow. Hunt can't finish the mask of Lark's face as Isla shot at the head, so Ethan decides to be Lark without a disguise.  Ethan impersonates Lark and meets the White Widow. He warns her that agents of the Apostles have been sent to kill her and he's able to help her escape when they show up, with a little help from Ilsa.  White Widow tells Ethan that if he wants the plutoneum, he has to help Lane escape during his transfer in an armored convoy. They say they have to kill everyone. Ethan is like I'm John Lark, I'll kill anyone anytime. Walker hears this and tells Director Sloane that he thinks it's possible Hunt really is Lark.  Ethan and Walker attack Lane's convoy but they do it in a way that avoids having to kill the police. Ethen pushes Lane's escort van into the river. He then leads the police and the White Widow's men on a chase across Paris while Benji and Luther secure Lane. He is able to jump down into a boat where Luther and Benji have Lane.  Ilsa reappears to kill Lane to show MI6 that she's loyal but the car is bullet proof. He takes Lane to White Window. But then White Widow tells him that she wants him to bring the women who killed 4 of her men, obviously talking about Ilsa.  Hunt meets Ilsa and realizes that she was in Paris to protect Lark, and in the washroom, she killed whom she thought was Lark, to protect Hunt. Ilsa wanted Lark to break Lane out, as she wanted to kill Lane. Hunt realizes that Ilsa is working for the MI6, and they want her to prove her loyalty. Hunley shows up and confronts Ethan about being John Lark. Ethan denies it and injects him with something to knock him out to continue the mission. He suspects that Walker is the real John Lark so they hatch a plan for him to go in and confront Lane knowing that he would admit to it. Obviously, it's not really Lane, it's Benji in a mask.  I guess Hunley has come to and this is enough for him. He phones Director Sloan who instructs a CIA unit to detain everyone because she doesn't trust any of them. The CIA unit has been compromised by Walker and he orders them to attack Hunley and his IMF men instead.  Walker kills Hunley and escapes. So Ethan chases him across the city. He's jumping from building to building, doing his Tom Cruise run. He finally catches up with him and Walker tells him he has to turn himself into Lane or he's going to kill Julia, and shows a picture of him knowing where she is.  Ethan gets back with Benji, Luther, and Ilsa and Ethan explains that he believes they're going to go ahead and detonate the nuclear weapons over some water that'll infect a ton of people.  Luckily, they know where Lane is because they put a tracker in him. When they show up at this medical camp, he sees Julia. Apparently, Walker arranged her for and her husband, Doctor Eric, to be there.  Lane activates the weapons and gives the detonator to Walker, which they need to get in order to diffuse the bombs. Walker goes up in a helicopter which naturally Ethan jumps onto and climbs his way up while it's in the air.  Ethan is able to take control of the helicopter that's trailing Walker. Luther, Benji, and Ilsa are looking for the bombs and Julia finds Luther and wants to help.  Ilsa ends up being held captive by Lane in the room with the 2nd explosive. Benji shows up and tries to help and they all get in a big fight. She's about to kill Lane but notices that Benji is about to die himself, so she saves him and they tie Lane up.  While all that's happening, the helicopter chase doesn't end great. They crash and end up on the edge of a cliff. Ethan and Walker fight over to the detonator. They both fall off the cliff but they grab onto a rope. Ethan puts his rock climbing skills back to work as the helicopter comes down and kills Walker. Ethan rushes to climb up to the top just in time to press the button as the other cut the wires. Perfect timing.  Ethan is rescued and brought back to Julia and her husband where they help him come to. He apologizes to Julia for everything. Sloane shows up and explains to Ethan that they've handed Lane over to MI6 through the White Widow, which earns Ilsa's freedom. 

Duško Popov, né en 1912 en Serbie, est un personnage aussi réel que fascinant. Avocat de formation, polyglotte, séducteur invétéré, amateur de voitures de luxe et de casinos, il fut surtout un espion double, voire triple, pendant la Seconde Guerre mondiale. C'est lui qui aurait inspiré à Ian Fleming le célèbre personnage de James Bond.Popov est recruté dès 1940 par les services secrets allemands, l'Abwehr. Mais il accepte cette mission dans le but de servir les Alliés. Rapidement, le MI6 britannique le repère et l'enrôle comme agent double. Son nom de code : "Tricycle", parce qu'il gérait plusieurs sources… ou, selon la légende, pour sa vie amoureuse à trois.Là où Popov devient un personnage-clé de l'Histoire, c'est qu'il réussit à duper les nazis pendant toute la guerre. Il leur transmet de fausses informations préparées par les Britanniques, jouant un rôle essentiel dans les opérations de désinformation précédant notamment le Débarquement.Mais Popov n'était pas un simple bureaucrate de l'ombre. Il menait une vie digne d'un roman d'espionnage : séjours dans les plus grands hôtels, jeux de baccarat à Deauville ou Lisbonne, relations avec des femmes célèbres, dont, dit-on, l'actrice Simone Simon. C'est lors d'une de ces soirées à l'hôtel Casino Estoril, au Portugal, en 1941, qu'il attire l'attention de Ian Fleming, alors jeune officier du renseignement britannique. Popov mise l'équivalent de 40 000 dollars sur une seule main de baccarat, pour humilier un agent nazi — un coup de bluff spectaculaire qui impressionne profondément Fleming. Ce moment précis aurait inspiré la scène culte de "Casino Royale", premier roman de James Bond.Autre fait marquant : en 1941, Duško Popov informe le FBI qu'une attaque japonaise contre les États-Unis se prépare, visant potentiellement Pearl Harbor. Mais J. Edgar Hoover, directeur du FBI, n'aime pas les méthodes de Popov, qu'il trouve trop libertines… et ne donne pas suite à l'alerte.Après la guerre, Popov quitte le monde de l'espionnage. Il publie ses mémoires en 1974, intitulées Spy/Counterspy, où il raconte ses missions, son double jeu et ses rencontres avec les plus hautes sphères des services secrets.En résumé, Duško Popov est un espion aussi séduisant qu'efficace, dont la vie a directement inspiré Ian Fleming pour créer James Bond : un homme de charme, de risque, de mystère — mais surtout, un maître dans l'art de tromper son monde. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

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In this week's episode, hosts Kate McCann and Sir Richard Dearlove, former head of Britain's MI6, wrap up their on-the-ground reporting at the NATO summit in The Hague, Netherlands. Kate and Richard discuss President Donald Trump's closing press conference, his statements about an Israeli assessment that the U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear sites were successful, and the intelligence methods that could support this. Later in the episode, Kate interviews UK Defence Secretary John Healey about his perspective on the summit and President Trump's significant role in the agenda. Plus, Sir Richard and Kate share their favorite moments over the last two days, including NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte's viral moment referring to Donald Trump as "Daddy,” and how a renewed sentiment among European nations for greater defense spending shifted the American president's attitude towards the alliance. Episode produced by Situation Room Studios. Original music composed and produced by Leo Sidran.

Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he breaks down today's biggest stories shaping America and the world. Trump's Iran Strike Faces Scrutiny as Intel Leaks Question Impact CNN and The New York Times report that Trump's bombing of Iran's nuclear facilities may have fallen short, citing a leaked low-confidence DIA assessment that claims underground infrastructure and uranium stockpiles survived. Trump and the IAEA dispute the report, with Trump calling it a politically motivated leak and emphasizing the damage done to Iran's nuclear program. Tensions Rise Between Trump and Netanyahu President Trump lashes out at Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu for a post-ceasefire bombing run, accusing him of nearly sabotaging the peace deal. Trump also pressed Qatar to rein in Iran, warning both sides that Operation Midnight Hammer and the subsequent ceasefire are his personal diplomatic achievements. Iran's Oil and China's Role in Peace Strategy Trump suggests China can resume buying Iranian oil, potentially as leverage to get Beijing to pressure Tehran into giving up its nuclear program. Chinese state media hints at such a possibility, revealing a new layer to the post-strike diplomacy. U.S. Navy Ammo Supply Worries Mount The U.S. Navy is burning through its SM-3 interceptor missiles at an “alarming rate” defending Israel. Manufacturing constraints and dependence on Chinese rare earth minerals are straining U.S. military readiness, raising concerns about preparedness for a wider war. FBI Shifts Focus from Immigration to Iran Sleeper Cells In response to potential retaliation from Iran, the FBI is redirecting resources to counterterrorism. Past plots by Hezbollah operatives in the U.S. and recent international examples highlight the real and growing threat. Deputy Mayor in LA Calls for Gang Uprising Against ICE Cudahy Deputy Mayor Cynthia Gonzalez publicly called on Hispanic gangs to defend their “turf” by fighting ICE agents. The FBI is now investigating her, and Bryan shares her public contact information so listeners can respond with professional, civil feedback. Trump Pressures NATO at Dutch Summit, Spain Resists President Trump arrives at the NATO summit in a foul mood, angry over Spain's refusal to meet his 5% defense spending demand. He warns that protection under Article 5 could be reconsidered and makes clear that NATO bureaucracy is over. Trump received royal accommodations and shortened meetings to his liking. UK Confronts China and its Own Pedophile Cover-up MI5 and MI6 receive nearly a billion dollars to counter China, following a major threat audit. Meanwhile, a long-suppressed report confirms Muslim pedophile gangs operated for decades in the UK, with officials covering it up out of political correctness. "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." – John 8:32   Take your personal data back with Incogni! Use code TWR using the link or at check-out and get 60% off an annual plan: Incogni.com/TWR

Gordon Corera makes his Spybrary debut in this riveting episode of the Spybrary podcast. Host Shane Whaley welcomes the former BBC security correspondent, espionage historian and host of The Rest is Classified podcast, Gordon Corera to discuss his latest book, The Spy in the Archive. The Cold War might be over, but its shadows stretch far into the present. What if one of the Soviet Union's most overlooked insiders — a quiet KGB archivist — decided to turn against the very institution he once served? How did he smuggle a mountain of secrets out from under Moscow's nose? And why did the CIA turn him away, only for MI6 to uncover what may be the most valuable intelligence defection of the era? This is the extraordinary true story of Vasili Mitrokhin — a man whose private rebellion against the KGB became a mission to expose its darkest truths. With deep ideological conviction, he spent years quietly copying thousands of classified files, building a secret archive buried beneath his dacha floorboards. His eventual escape, orchestrated by MI6, and the revelations that followed would reshape our understanding of Soviet espionage forever. The conversation dives deep into the life and legacy of Vasili Mitrokhin, a former KGB archivist turned dissident who smuggled out a trove of intelligence that would become one of the most important Cold War revelations. Gordon shares the challenges of researching this secretive figure, the personal and ideological motivations behind Mitrokhin's actions, the drama of his family's exfiltration by MI6, and how his warnings about the persistence of the KGB mindset still echo today. This episode offers a unique blend of spy history, investigative journalism, and human drama. Gordon Corera's book: The Spy in the Archive Gordon Corera Official Website Join the Spybrary Community

Our "Bond & Determined" series emerges from deep cover for a 60th anniversary review of Thunderball! Sean Connery's fourth big-screen outing as the MI6 super-spy finds James Bond tracking down stolen nuclear warheads while dodging SPECTRE's second-in-command! Packed with gutsy gals, groovy gadgets, and gorgeous underwater cinematography, this decades-old adventure outshines just about anything at the multiplex today.In this spoilerific episode, Ian and Jeff look at how Thunderball fits into the Bond legacy; the ways in which the character comes into his own four movies in; and whether or not the franchise should have a future--and what that might entail!Subscribe, like, and comment on Kicking the Seat here on YouTube, and check us out at:kickseat.comXBlueSkyInstagramFacebookShow LinksWatch the Thunderball (1965) trailer.You can pick up Thunderball, and 5 other Connery Bond titles, recently remastered in 4K from Warner Bros!Keep up with Jeff York's criticism and caricatures at: The Establishing Shot and Pipeline Artists!Spy on our other "Bond & Determined" episodes in our series playlist!

Britskou tajnou službu MI6 povede poprvé za 116 let její existence žena. Postava Bondovy šéfové „M“ tak přestane být jen románovou fikcí. Na pozici šéfa britské tajné služby, který je ve skutečnosti podle prvního ředitele Mansfielda Cumminga označován iniciálou „C“, by měla na podzim nastoupit Blaise Metreweliová. Píše o tom server britské veřejnoprávní stanice BBC.

Des and the team break up the week's big news, Including the fallout from the G7 Summit, first minister John Swinney's latest pitch for independence, the spat between Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher and Edinburgh Council, the new head of MI6 and much more. Lead writer: Steven Dick Additional material: Paul Masterman, Paul Hennell, Kate Smurthwaite, Lucienne Cummings, Chris Ballard, Cooper Mawhinney Sweryt, Alex Buchanan and Mark Granger, Dominic Mcgladdery, Nathan Cowley, Ian Searle. Producer: Chris Quilietti Series Producer: Dave Flynn Researcher: Euan MacLeanAn Eco-Audio certified Production

Day 1,211.Today, as the death toll from Monday night's strike on Kyiv climbs, we report reaction from the United States, plus why we should be paying attention to the St Petersburg Economic Forum and how Moscow has taken aim at Britain's new head of MI6.Contributors:Dominic Nicholls (Associate Editor of Defence). @DomNicholls on X.Hamish De Bretton-Gordon (Former British Army Tank Commander). @HamishDBG on XJames Kilner (Foreign Correspondent). @jkjourno on X.SIGN UP TO THE NEW ‘UKRAINE: THE LATEST' WEEKLY NEWSLETTER:https://secure.telegraph.co.uk/customer/secure/newsletter/ukraine/ Each week, Dom Nicholls and Francis Dearnley answer your questions, provide recommended reading, and give exclusive analysis and behind-the-scenes insights – plus maps of the frontlines and diagrams of weapons to complement our daily reporting. It's free for everyone, including non-subscribers.Content Referenced:Kim Jong-un will send troops to help Putin rebuild Kursk (The Telegraph):https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2025/06/18/kim-jong-un-will-send-troops-to-help-putin-rebuild-kursk/ Ukraine's parliament passes state asset agency reform crucial for EU funding (Kyiv Independent):https://kyivindependent.com/ukraines-parliament-passes-state-asset-agency-reform-key-to-eu-funding/ Subscribe: telegraph.co.uk/ukrainethelatestEmail: ukrainepod@telegraph.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Israel says it has full control of the skies over Tehran and destroyed a third of Iran's missile launchers. Also: we hear from inside Iran, and for the first time, a woman takes charge of Britain's MI6 spy agency.

Israel has ordered Iranians living in Tehran to evacuate as it plans to escalate its attacks in the city that's home to roughly 10 million people. But for some residents, leaving is not an option. Meanwhile, although Israel has intercepted most of the hundreds of missiles that Iran has fired at it, the ones that have made it through have caused some major damage. Also, Britain's foreign intelligence service has appointed veteran Blaise Metreweli to take the helm as MI6's new boss. Plus, a look back at the life of Nicaragua's first female president, Violeta Chamorro, who's died at the age of 95.Listen to today's Music Heard on Air. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Israel may not have big enough bombs to take down Iran's most secure nuclear facility, and Nippon Steel's bid to take over US Steel is finally moving forward. Plus, gold has surpassed the euro as the second most-popular reserve asset, and the UK's overseas intelligence agency has appointed its first female chief. Mentioned in this podcast:Gold overtakes euro as global reserve asset, ECB saysSilver and platinum prices soar as investors seek ‘gold alternatives' The nuclear mountain that haunts IsraelDonald Trump approves Nippon Steel's $15bn takeover of US SteelBritain's overseas spy agency MI6 promotes ‘Q' to be first female head Today's FT News Briefing was produced by Sonja Hutson, Ethan Plotkin, Kasia Broussalian, and Marc Filippino. Additional help from Alexander Higgins and Peter Barber. Our acting co-head of audio is Topher Forhecz. Our intern is Michaela Seah. The show's theme song is by Metaphor Music. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Russian spy torn between loyalty and freedom. A secret deal with MI6. And, years later, in Salisbury, England, a deadly Soviet-era nerve agent turns a quiet afternoon into an international crisis. This is the story of Sergei Skripal: the double agent who betrayed Russia and lived to face Vladimir Putin's vengeance.Do you have a suggestion for a scandal you would like us to cover? Or perhaps you have a question you would like to ask our hosts? Email us at britishscandal@wondery.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today, we look at the future of defence for the UK, ahead of a major strategic defence review from the government.Defence Secretary John Healey has said there is "no doubt" that UK defence spending will rise to 3% of GDP by 2034.Sir Alex Younger, former head of MI6, joins Laura and Paddy to talk about where the threats are, and what it should be spent on.You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play Newscast”. It works on most smart speakers. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://tinyurl.com/newscastcommunityhereNew episodes released every day. If you're in the UK, for more News and Current Affairs podcasts from the BBC, listen on BBC Sounds: https://bit.ly/3ENLcS1 Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. It was presented by Laura Kuenssberg and Paddy O'Connell. It was made by Chris Flynn with Rufus Gray. The technical producer was Michael Regaard. The weekend series producer is Chris Flynn. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.

Watch on Philo! - Philo.tv/DTHNick and Audrey Spitz, are now full-time private detectives after their high profile success 4 years ago. But they find their agency struggling after several failed cases. Turns out, they're not actually very good. One night, while debating their future, they receive an unexpected invitation to a lavish wedding on a private island from their rapper friend from the first movie.During the ceremony, Audrey spots a cloaked figure trailing Vikram's elephant. Suddenly, Vik's bodyguard Lou falls dead from the elephant. Nick suspects it's a distraction and soon witnesses Vik's kidnapping by a masked figure who escapes by boat. The couple figures there must be two baddies: one to create the diversion and another to execute the abduction.The next day, a team of elite investigators led by former MI6 hostage negotiator, and Audrey's personal hero, Connor Miller arrives. The kidnapper calls and demands $70 million. In Paris, Nick and Audrey accompany Miller to the meeting point but are ambushed and forced into a van. A scuffle leads to a crash, and the kidnappers frame the couple. Miller appears to die in a car explosion, but a mysterious thief snatches the briefcase, only to be killed by a second assailant in a garbage truck who steals the money.The duo arranges a final confrontation at the Eiffel Tower. Vik arrives strapped with a bomb, but Nick assumes that the real mastermind wouldn't endanger the ransom. Miller reappears, revealing he faked his death. After Audrey is pulled to the top floor in a struggle, Nick follows, defeats Miller's henchmen, and destroys the bomb's detonator.Miller throws Audrey off the tower while tethered to his harness. Audrey survives, and together they tie Miller's harness to the elevator system, hurling him into his own helicopter's blades, which crashes into the river.Back at the restaurant, Audrey notices that Saira's smeared henna contradicts her earlier claim, realizing she's the second conspirator. Saira had previously tried to kill Vik in Mumbai out of jealousy over their family business. She attempts to shoot Vik, but the bodyguard takes the bullet, and  Saira get knocked out with the briefcase.After the chaos, Vik and Claudette elope and gift Nick and Audrey $10 million plus a helicopter. But during their honeymoon flight over Greece, their pilot pulls a gun, reveals himself as American, steals the money, and jumps, leaving the couple to fight for control midair.

MI6 is The UK's version of the CIA. Except they came first and provided the model. But there's still a lot we don't know about this notoriously tight-lipped organization. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.