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Aug 2024
41m 36s

The Spy Who Sold Peace to the IRA | A Di...

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When Willie Carlin quits the British Army to return to Northern Ireland during The Troubles, he gets an unusual job offer: to spy on his own catholic community. Listen to The Spy Who ad-free on Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting wondery.com/links/the-spy-who now.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19 ... Show More
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