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Dive into the gripping true story of the Spycatcher Affair, a Cold War scandal that shook the British government and exposed the hidden world of MI5 and MI6. Join us as we explore how Peter Wright, MI5’s chief mole hunter, uncovered Soviet infiltration, government cover-ups, and illegal operations in his explosive memoir Spycatcher. From the Cambridge Five to suspicions about MI5 Director General Sir Roger Hollis, this episode reveals shocking details through exclusive court transcripts, secret government files, and interviews with investigative journalist Tim Tate.
In this video, we’ll cover:
Peter Wright’s battle to publish Spycatcher against Margaret Thatcher’s government.
The Cambridge Five and Soviet espionage within Britain’s elite.
MI5’s lawless culture of “bugging and burgling” during the Cold War.
The dramatic legal battle in Australia, featuring Malcolm Turnbull’s takedown of Sir Robert Armstrong.
How the affair forced MI5 and MI6 into democratic accountability.
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