The incredible story of the five most damaging spies in
British history, from their recruitment at Cambridge University to their
infiltration of the government and the security services, all while
successfully eluding prosecution. 
I speak with Shawnna Morris the author of a new book <a href="https://uk.bookshop.org/a/1549/9781036108687">The
Cambridge Spy Ring: The Treachery of the Five Who Got Away.</a>
We explore the backgrounds, motivations, and the intricate web of espionage that defined the lives of Kim Philby, Donald McLean, John Cairncross, Guy Burgess, and Anthony Blunt. 
The Cambridge Five's legacy is one of betrayal, loyalty, and
moral ambiguity. Their actions had far-reaching consequences, not only for themselves but for the intelligence community and the political landscape of the time.

Episode extra including video interviews of the Cambridge Five here <a href="https://coldwarconversations.com/episode423/">https://coldwarconversations.com/episode423/</a>
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