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Sleeper Cells

Sleeper Cells

By: Quiet. Please
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 Join Max Maples as he uncovers the chilling reality of sleeper agents—enemy operatives who live ordinary lives for decades while serving foreign powers. From the devastating Cambridge Five spy ring that penetrated British intelligence to the glamorous Anna Chapman and her modern Russian network, this episode reveals how sleeper cells have evolved from Cold War paranoia to today's digital age threats. Discover the shocking missions of Soviet agents tasked with sabotaging American infrastructure, the psychological toll of living a double life, and current FBI concerns about Iranian operatives seeking revenge on U.S. soil. This isn't spy fiction—it's documented history that shows how the most dangerous enemies often hide in plain sight, teaching math, coaching Little League, and living next door. Ready for more captivating stories that bring history to life? Dive deeper into the world's most fascinating and hidden tales at https://www.quietperiodplease.com/ where every episode delivers the perfect blend of education and entertainment that will keep you coming back for more.

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Episodes
  • Cold War Origins

    Cold War Origins
    Jun 27 2025
    Explore the shadowy world of Soviet "illegals" during the Cold War—deep-cover spies who spent decades building fake lives in America and Britain. From Rudolf Abel's Brooklyn art studio to Kim Philby's betrayal at the highest levels of British intelligence, discover how the KGB perfected the art of long-term infiltration. Learn about the psychological training, elaborate false identities, and patient espionage operations that defined an era of suspicion and nuclear anxiety.

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    40 mins
  • Post-9:11 and the War on Terror

    Post-9:11 and the War on Terror
    Jun 27 2025
    September 11th changed everything about how we think about hidden enemies. Discover how Al-Qaeda pioneered a new model of distributed sleeper cells that could strike without warning, from the 9/11 hijackers living quietly in Florida to the devastating Madrid and London bombings. Explore the massive transformation of American intelligence, the rise of homegrown terrorism, and the ongoing struggle to balance security with civil liberties in the war on terror.

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    18 mins
  • Sleeper Cells - The Hidden History of Enemy Agents Living Among Us

    Sleeper Cells - The Hidden History of Enemy Agents Living Among Us
    Jun 23 2025
    Join Max Maples as he uncovers the chilling reality of sleeper agents—enemy operatives who live ordinary lives for decades while serving foreign powers. From the devastating Cambridge Five spy ring that penetrated British intelligence to the glamorous Anna Chapman and her modern Russian network, this episode reveals how sleeper cells have evolved from Cold War paranoia to today's digital age threats. Discover the shocking missions of Soviet agents tasked with sabotaging American infrastructure, the psychological toll of living a double life, and current FBI concerns about Iranian operatives seeking revenge on U.S. soil. This isn't spy fiction—it's documented history that shows how the most dangerous enemies often hide in plain sight, teaching math, coaching Little League, and living next door. Ready for more captivating stories that bring history to life? Dive deeper into the world's most fascinating and hidden tales at https://www.quietperiodplease.com/ where every episode delivers the perfect blend of education and entertainment that will keep you coming back for more.

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    22 mins

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