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Earlylands in ConversationEarlylands in Conversation - Episode 8 - Historian of Covert Action & Intelligence Professor Rory CormacJoin us for a fascinating discussion looking at the interplay of intelligence, covert action, and secret statecraft in the conduct of international affairs. We are joined by Professor Rory Cormac, who is unquestionably one of the leading scholars on the theory and practice of covert action both throughout history and in the contemporary world. Rory has written a number of books on the subject, including most recently How to Stage a Coup and The Secret Royals: Spying and the Crown from Victoria to Diana. He has researched and fronted three documentaries for UK Channel 4 and he regularly features in a...2025-07-2935 min
Maggie's Book BitesKings & QueensPodcasting from the Nappanee Public Library, Victoria & Maggie are in conversation about books with kings & queens, one of the 2025 Expand Your Horizons reading tasks. Included in this episode are: -Book of Queens: The True Story of the Middle Eastern Horsewomen Who Fought the War on Terror by Pardis Mahdavi-Island Queen by Vanessa Riley-The Selection (series) by Kiera Cass-Spare by Prince Harry-The Windsor Knot by S.J. Bennett-Crown, Cloak, and Dagger : the British monarchy and secret intelligence from Victoria to Elizabeth II by...2025-06-0631 min
The Spy WhoThe Spy Who Dressed the Queen | The Royal Family's spy linksThe British Royal Family has long been entwined with the secret services. Richard Aldrich and Rory Cormac reveal in their book 'The Secret Royals', how Queen Victoria and Elizabeth II (Codename 2519) were the ultimate handlers; privy to daily intelligence reports, globally well connected, capable of outmanoeuvring their own governments. Host Charlie Higson speaks to Richard and Rory about uncovering this hidden history, why top spies sip tea at Buckingham Palace, and how the next generation of Royals are continuing this intelligence-loving legacy.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19...2025-05-1334 min
The Echo Sport PodcastCork cruise past Tipp but red card madness has to be a concern.A great week for Cork hurling saw the minors, U20s and seniors victorious but what was expected to be a belter against Tipp on Sunday afternoon was overshadowed by the belting off the ball.Darragh McCarthy got a red card in the first play and his departure meant there was only going to be one winner. There was a lot of niggly nonsense going on, just as there had been in the draw with Clare. Cork still hurled up a storm across the first quarter at the weekend, banging in three goals but the g...2025-04-2832 min
Lunchtime LiveCan fishing ease anxiety?Fishing is a time-honored activity that has been practiced for thousands of years, blending skill, patience, and an appreciation for the natural world.Whether pursued as a hobby, a sport, or a livelihood, fishing offers a unique way to connect with nature.So, has fishing become more popular in recent years?Sinead Ryan is joined by Gerard McLoughlin from the Kells Anglers Association, owner of Rory’s Fishing Tackle in Temple Bar, Mary Harkin and Host of the Lure Fishing Podcast, Cormac Walsh to discuss.2025-03-0611 min
Harpin' On Rugby403 : Leinster v Stormers previewPreview also available on our YouTube channel
Our guest : NEIL “KEEGO” KEEGAN
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LEINSTER : 15. Henry McErlean 14. Andrew Osborne 13. Liam Turner 12. Jordie Barrett 11. James Lowe 10. Ross Byrne 9. Luke McGrath
1. Jack Boyle 2. Dan Sheehan (c) 3. Rabah Slimani 4. RG Snyman 5. Brian Deeny 6. Alex Soroka 7. Scott Penny 8. Max Deegan
16. John McKee 17. Paddy McCarthy 18. Rory McGuire 19. Diarmuid Mangan 20. James Culhane 21. Will Connors 22. Cormac Foley 23. Charlie Tector
STOR...2025-01-2413 min
Another Finger31. Going With ItSend us a textTopics discussed:Connections and synchronicities.Non-attachment, non-resistance, non-judgment.Mental suffering, depression. Happiness and acceptance.Books mentioned:The Art of Happiness by Howard C. Cutler M.D. and The Dalai LamaFalling Into Grace by AdyashantiBlood Meridian by Cormac McCarthyLinks:Free month of Waking Up, my meditation app of choice: https://dynamic.wakingup.com/shareOpenAccess/d5251aApple: https://podcasts.a...2025-01-2016 min
SpyCast“An Imperial History of the CIA” – with Hugh WilfordSummaryHugh Wilford joins Andrew (X; LinkedIn) to discuss his new book. Hugh is a professor, author, and leading CIA historian. What You’ll LearnIntelligence
Imperial influences on American intelligence
Key figures in CIA history
“Wild” Bill Donovan & British influence
Groton School’s impact on CIA leaders
Reflections
Inherited history
Challenging established narratives
And much, much more … Resources SURFACE SKIM*Spotlight Resource*
The CIA: An Imperial History, Hugh Wilford (Basic Books, 2024)*SpyCasts*
The British Monarc...2024-12-1054 min
Read With Your Ears, Explore With Your Heart With Full AudiobookCrown, Cloak, and Dagger: The British Monarchy and Secret Intelligence from Victoria to Elizabeth II Audiobook by Richard J. AldrichListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 812601
Title: Crown, Cloak, and Dagger: The British Monarchy and Secret Intelligence from Victoria to Elizabeth II
Author: Richard J. Aldrich, Rory Cormac
Narrator: Liam Gerrard
Format: Unabridged
Length: 16:00:00
Language: English
Release date: 11-26-24
Publisher: Tantor Media
Genres: History, Europe, Military
Summary:
Surprising revelations about the active role of the monarch in British intelligence
The British Royal Family and the intelligence community are two of the most mysterious and mythologized actors of the British State. Crown, Cloak, and Dagger offers a new history of how the two have...2024-11-264h 00SpyCastCiphers, Disguise, and Invisible Ink: Tools of the Trade with Pete Langman & Nadine AkkermanSummaryPete Langman and Nadine Akkerman join Andrew to discuss espionage in Elizabethan England. Pete and Nadine are authors of the new book Spycraft: Tricks and Tools of the Dangerous Trade from Elizabeth I to the Restoration. What You’ll LearnIntelligence
Spymasters of the Elizabethan era
Techniques in forgeries, invisible inks, and seal-making
The impact of spies on important historical events like the Spanish Armada
The connections between espionage and religious tension
Reflections
Creativity & Innovation
The risks and dangers of early espionage
And much, much more...2024-09-2458 min
The Drive with Tim DonnellyFannie Awards! Coach of the Year; Player of the Year in North CarolinaThe Winners for 2024 "The Fannies" Awards have been announced!
**denotes winner
Best Team: -NC State Men’s BB -NC State Women’s Cross Country -UNC Field Hockey** -UNC Baseball
Male Athlete: -Payton Wilson - NC State football** -RJ Davis - UNC basketball -Sebastian Aho - Carolina Hurricanes -Derrick Brown - Carolina Panthers
Female Athlete: -Abby Lampe - Cheese rolling -Deja Kelly - UNC Basketball -Ryleigh Heck - UNC Field Hockey ** -Katelyn Tuohy - NC State XC
Coach of the Year: -Wes Moore - NC State Women's basketball ** -Erin Madsen - UN...2024-07-1623 minThe Drive with Tim DonnellyIs NC State LB Payton Wilson the Male Athlete of the Year? Fannie Awards Nominations!The nominations for 2024 "The Fannies" Awards have been announced!
Best Team: -NC State Men’s BB -NC State Women’s Cross Country -UNC Field Hockey -UNC Baseball
Male Athlete: -Payton Wilson - NC State football -RJ Davis - UNC basketball -Sebastian Aho - Carolina Hurricanes -Derrick Brown - Carolina Panthers
Female Athlete: -Abby Lampe - Cheese rolling -Deja Kelly - UNC Basketball -Ryleigh Heck - UNC Field Hockey -Katelyn Tuohy - NC State XC
Coach of the Year: -Wes Moore - NC State Women's basketball -Erin Madsen - UNC Field Hockey -Lau...2024-07-1319 min
The Times Of India PodcastWhat happens when India starts targeting enemies abroadDefence minister Rajnath Singh has said India will target its enemies on foreign soil if needed.
Professor Rory Cormac from the University of Nottingham, who specialises in the study of covert action, and Ajai Sahni, who is Executive Director of the Institute of Conflict Management, explain the fallout of operations that take place outside India. 2024-04-0822 min
Irish Times Inside PoliticsWas Sinn Féin's licence fee amnesty proposal a misstep?Jack Horgan-Jones and Cormac McQuinn join Hugh Linehan to discuss the week in politics:In another awful week for RTÉ before an Oireachtas committee, was it a mistake for Sinn Féin to raise the idea of an amnesty for those refusing to pay their licence fee? And is is sustainable for prominent ex-RTÉ figures like Dee Forbes, Rory Coveney and Breda O'Keeffe to avoid appearing at the committee? The spiralling cost of the National Children's Hospital means renewed analysis of the Government's ability to plan and deliver big projects.An...2024-02-1640 minInside Politics with Hugh LinehanWas Sinn Féin's licence fee amnesty proposal a misstep?Jack Horgan-Jones and Cormac McQuinn join Hugh Linehan to discuss the week in politics:In another awful week for RTÉ before an Oireachtas committee, was it a mistake for Sinn Féin to raise the idea of an amnesty for those refusing to pay their licence fee? And is is sustainable for prominent ex-RTÉ figures like Dee Forbes, Rory Coveney and Breda O'Keeffe to avoid appearing at the committee? The spiralling cost of the National Children's Hospital means renewed analysis of the Government's ability to plan and deliver big projects.An...2024-02-1640 min
New Books in Diplomatic HistoryHow to Stage a Coup and Ten Other Lessons from the World of Secret StatecraftWhy do states engage in secret statecraft and covert action? How different are these secret and covert state activities in real world settings compared to their popular culture representations? And what effect do they have on democracy both globally and in individual states? Join Rory Cormac as he talks to Petra Alderman about his book How to Stage a Coup and Ten Other Lessons from the World of Secret Statecraft (Atlantic Books UK, 2023).Rory Cormac is a Professor of International Relations at the University of Nottingham. He specialises in secret intelligence and covert action. His most recent boo...2024-02-1431 min
New Books in World AffairsHow to Stage a Coup and Ten Other Lessons from the World of Secret StatecraftWhy do states engage in secret statecraft and covert action? How different are these secret and covert state activities in real world settings compared to their popular culture representations? And what effect do they have on democracy both globally and in individual states? Join Rory Cormac as he talks to Petra Alderman about his book How to Stage a Coup and Ten Other Lessons from the World of Secret Statecraft (Atlantic Books UK, 2023).Rory Cormac is a Professor of International Relations at the University of Nottingham. He specialises in secret intelligence and covert action. His most recent boo...2024-02-1431 min
NBN Book of the DayHow to Stage a Coup and Ten Other Lessons from the World of Secret StatecraftWhy do states engage in secret statecraft and covert action? How different are these secret and covert state activities in real world settings compared to their popular culture representations? And what effect do they have on democracy both globally and in individual states? Join Rory Cormac as he talks to Petra Alderman about his book How to Stage a Coup and Ten Other Lessons from the World of Secret Statecraft (Atlantic Books UK, 2023).Rory Cormac is a Professor of International Relations at the University of Nottingham. He specialises in secret intelligence and covert action. His most recent boo...2024-02-1431 min
New Books in National SecurityHow to Stage a Coup and Ten Other Lessons from the World of Secret StatecraftWhy do states engage in secret statecraft and covert action? How different are these secret and covert state activities in real world settings compared to their popular culture representations? And what effect do they have on democracy both globally and in individual states? Join Rory Cormac as he talks to Petra Alderman about his book How to Stage a Coup and Ten Other Lessons from the World of Secret Statecraft (Atlantic Books UK, 2023).Rory Cormac is a Professor of International Relations at the University of Nottingham. He specialises in secret intelligence and covert action. His most recent boo...2024-02-1433 min
People, Power, PoliticsHow to Stage a Coup and Ten Other Lessons from the World of Secret StatecraftWhy do states engage in secret statecraft and covert action? How different are these secret and covert state activities in real world settings compared to their popular culture representations? And what effect do they have on democracy both globally and in individual states? Join Rory Cormac as he talks to Petra Alderman about his book How to Stage a Coup and Ten Other Lessons from the World of Secret Statecraft (Atlantic Books UK, 2023).Rory Cormac is a Professor of International Relations at the University of Nottingham. He specialises in secret intelligence and covert action. His most recent boo...2024-02-1431 minSpyCast“The British Monarchy and Secret Intelligence” with Rory Cormac and Richard AldrichSummaryRory Cormac (X) and Richard Aldrich join Andrew (X; LinkedIn) to discuss intelligence and the British Monarchy. The links between the royals and espionage prove the Crown to be far more than just a figurehead. What You’ll LearnIntelligence
Prince William’s internship with British Intelligence
How Elizabeth II knew perhaps more secrets that anyone else in history
King Charles' love of intelligence
Queen Victoria as Spymaster
MI5, MI6, and the Diana conspiracies
Reflections
Secrets within secrets
Power and knowledge
And much, much more …...2024-02-061h 03
The Times Of India PodcastDangers of India 'targeting' its enemies abroadAfter the allegations of murder from Canada, a report says the US has warned India of its possible role in a murder plot on US soil. Meanwhile, multiple terror accused have died in mysterious circumstances in Pakistan.
Professor Rory Cormac from the University of Nottingham, who specialises in the study of covert action, and Ajai Sahni, who is Executive Director of the Institute of Conflict Management, explain the possible fallouts of these allegations
Links to the previous episode with Ajai Sahni titled 'Is a Khalistani threat looming upon us?' on TOI website, Spotify and ...2023-11-2734 min
History Unplugged PodcastCrown, Cloak, and Dagger: How the British Royal Family Spied on Others and Was Spied on in TurnThe British Royal Family and the intelligence community are two of the most mysterious and mythologized actors of the British State. From the reign of Queen Victoria to the present, they shared a complicated relationship, with some monarchs working hand-in-glove with their spies, while others detesting them. Nevertheless, successive queens and kings have all played an active role in steering British intelligence, sometimes against the wishes of prime ministers. Even today, the monarch receives “copy No. 1” of every intelligence report.Today’s guests are Richard J. Aldrich and Rory Cormac, authors of “Crown, Cloak, and Dagger: The British Monarchy...2023-11-2143 min
Harpin' On Rugby289 : #LEIvEDI previewPreview also available on our YouTube channel
Leinster : 15. Ciarán Frawley 14. Tommy O’Brien 13. Jamie Osborne 12. Charlie Ngatai 11. Jordan Larmour 10. Harry Byrne 9. Cormac Foley
1. Jack Boyle 2. Lee Barron 3. Michael Ala’alatoa 4. Ross Molony 5. Jason Jenkins 6. Max Deegan 7. Scott Penny > CAPTAIN 8. James Culhane
16. Dylan Donnellan 17. Paddy McCarthy 18. Rory McGuire 19. Brian Deeny 20. Rhys Ruddock 21. Ben Murphy 22. Sam Prendergast 23. Rob Russell
Edinburgh : 15. Blair Kinghorn 14. Wes Goosen 13. Mark Bennett 12. Matt Currie 11. Duhan van der Merwe 10. Ben Healy 9. Charlie Shiel
1. Pierre Schoeman 2. Dave Cherry 3. WP Nel 4. Glen Young 5. Grant...2023-11-0317 minHarpin' On Rugby286 : #LEIvSHA previewPreview also available on our YouTube channel
Leinster : 15. Ciarán Frawley 14. Tommy O’Brien 13. Jamie Osborne 12. Charlie Ngatai 11. Jordan Larmour 10. Harry Byrne 9. Cormac Foley
1. Jack Boyle 2. Lee Barron 3. Michael Ala’alatoa 4. Ross Molony 5. Jason Jenkins 6. Rhys Ruddock 7. Scott Penny > CAPTAIN 8. Max Deegan
16. Dylan Donnellan 17. Paddy McCarthy 18. Rory McGuire 19. Brian Deeny 20. Will Connors 21. Ben Murphy 22. Sam Prendergast 23. Rob Russell
Sharks : 15. Aphelele Fassi 14. Werner Kok 13. Francois Venter (c) 12. Rohan Janse van Rensburg 11. Marnus Potgieter 10. Curwin Bosch 9. Cameron Wright
1. Ntuthuko Mchunu 2. Kerron van Vuuren 3. Hanro Jacobs 4. Corne...2023-10-2714 minHarpin' On Rugby284 : #GLAvLEI preview
our guest : NEIL “KEEGO” KEEGAN
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Leinster : 15. Ciarán Frawley 14. Tommy O’Brien 13. Liam Turner 12. Charlie Ngatai 11. Jordan Larmour 10. Harry Byrne 9. Luke McGrath
1. Jack Boyle 2. John McKee 3. Thomas Clarkson 4. Ross Molony 5. Jason Jenkins 6. Max Deegan 7. Scott Penny > CAPTAIN 8. James Culhane
16. Lee Barron 17. Paddy McCarthy 18. Rory McGuire 19. Brian Deeny 20. Rhys Ruddock 21. Cormac Foley 22. Sam Prendergast 23. Will Connors
Glasgow : 15 Josh McKay 14 Sebastian Cancelliere 13 Huw Jones 12 Stafford McDowall 11 Kyle Steyn (C) 10 Tom Jordan 9 Jamie Dobie
1 Oli Kebble 2...2023-10-2016 min
The Long ViewState-sponsored Assassination AttemptsJonathan Freedland takes The Long View of attempted state assassinations.Russia claimed it foiled an attack by Ukrainian drones on the Kremlin just last week, calling it an unsuccessful assassination attempt against President Vladimir Putin. The Ukrainian president, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, denied it, saying: “We don’t attack Putin or Moscow.” The Russian authorities said the purported attack occurred overnight but there was no independent verification of it and no evidence has been presented to support it. Questions have arisen as to why it took the Kremlin hours to report the incident and why videos of it also surfac...2023-10-1127 minHarpin' On Rugby277 : #RSAvIRE previewPreview also available on our YouTube channel
IRELAND : 15 H Keenan 14 M Hansen 13 G Ringrose 12 B Aki 11 James Lowe
10 J Sexton (c) 9 J Gibson-Park
1 A Porter 2 R Kelleher 3 T Furlong 4 T Beirne 5 J Ryan 6 P O’Mahony 7 J van der Flier 8 C Doris
16 D Sheehan 17 D Kilcoyne 18 F Bealham 19 I Henderson 20 R Baird 21 C Murray 22 J Crowley 23 R Henshaw
SOUTH AFRICA : 15 Damian Willemse 14 Kurt-Lee Arendse 13 Jesse Kriel 12 Damian de Allende 11 Cheslin Kolbe 10 Manie Libbok 9 Faf de Klerk
1 Steven Kitshoff 2 Mbongeni Mbonambi 3 Frans Mal...2023-09-2217 min
The Lawfare Podcast: Patreon EditionChatter: Secret Intelligence and the British Royal Family with Rory CormacThe British royal family and UK intelligence operations have been linked since Queen Victoria's time, involving everything from personal protection to matters of international intrigue to concerns about blackmail. Professor and author Rory Cormac, who has conducted extensive research on the British intelligence services, has recently added to his corpus of writings in the field with a book about the modern royal-intelligence intersection: Crown, Cloak, and Dagger, co-authored with Richard Aldrich.David Priess and Rory discussed the difference in US and UK education about the royal family; intelligence foundations during the reign of the first Elizabeth...2023-09-211h 15
The Lawfare PodcastChatter: Secret Intelligence and the British Royal Family with Rory CormacThe British royal family and UK intelligence operations have been linked since Queen Victoria's time, involving everything from personal protection to matters of international intrigue to concerns about blackmail. Professor and author Rory Cormac, who has conducted extensive research on the British intelligence services, has recently added to his corpus of writings in the field with a book about the modern royal-intelligence intersection: Crown, Cloak, and Dagger, co-authored with Richard Aldrich.David Priess and Rory discussed the difference in US and UK education about the royal family; intelligence foundations during the reign of the first Elizabeth...2023-09-211h 15
ChatterSecret Intelligence and the British Royal Family with Rory CormacThe British royal family and UK intelligence operations have been linked since Queen Victoria's time, involving everything from personal protection to matters of international intrigue to concerns about blackmail. Professor and author Rory Cormac, who has conducted extensive research on the British intelligence services, has recently added to his corpus of writings in the field with a book about the modern royal-intelligence intersection: Crown, Cloak, and Dagger, co-authored with Richard Aldrich.David Priess and Rory discussed the difference in US and UK education about the royal family; intelligence foundations during the reign of the first Elizabeth...2023-09-211h 15
What in the WorldCoups and Dynasties: Are Africa’s “nepo baby” leaders in trouble?For some countries in Africa ruling is very much a family business.
Ali Bongo was president of Gabon for 14 years. But that’s nothing compared to his father, who ruled for 41 years. And Mr Bongo will not go on to beat his dad’s record. He’s the latest African leader to be deposed in a coup. There have now been eight in Central and West African states in the last three years. With growing discontent for the traditional, elite families that have dominated many countries for decades we’re asking if Africa’s “nepo baby” leaders are getting nervous.
Plu...2023-09-0114 min
SPYCRAFT 101107. British Covert Action with Rory CormacThis week Justin sits down with Rory Cormac. Rory is a professor of international relations at the University of Nottingham in the United Kingdom, specializing in secret intelligence and covert action. He's also given presentations at #10 Downing Street, he UK Ministry of Defense, the US State Department, and the Pentagon. In addition to teaching, he's written five books focusing on British history, covert action, and statecraft. Today, he discusses British covert activities in the post-World War II era.Connect with Rory:Twitter: @rorycormacCheck out his book, Disrupt and Deny, here.h...2023-08-071h 09
WarfareWagner & Putin: The Russian Coup?On the 24th of June 2023, amidst rising tensions within Russia, the Wagner mercenary group rebelled against the Russian Government. With news outlets suddenly flooded with images of erected barricades and military vehicles on the streets of Moscow - it was initially unclear what was going on. While details of the event remain murky in the West, it is clear to say that this rebellion posed the most significant challenge to Putin's authority in the 21st century. So, what exactly happened in Russia, and who are the Wagner group?In this episode, James welcomes Professor Rory Cormac...2023-06-3025 min
Tune In To: This Breakthrough Full Audiobook For Thriller Fans.How To Stage A Coup: And Ten Other Lessons from the World of Secret Statecraft by Rory CormacPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/663254to listen full audiobooks.
Title: How To Stage A Coup: And Ten Other Lessons from the World of Secret Statecraft
Author: Rory Cormac
Narrator: Barnaby Edwards
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 11 hours 9 minutes
Release date: April 6, 2023
Genres: Current Affairs, Law, & Politics
Publisher's Summary:
'A compelling history of the dark arts of statecraft... Fascinating' Jonathan Rugman 'Rich in anecdote and detail.' The Times Today's world is in flux. Competition between the great powers is back on the agenda and governments around the world are turning to secret statecraft and the hidden hand to navigate these...2023-04-0611h 09Download Best Full Audiobooks in Non-Fiction, Current Affairs, Law, & PoliticsHow To Stage A Coup: And Ten Other Lessons from the World of Secret Statecraft by Rory CormacPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/663254to listen full audiobooks.
Title: How To Stage A Coup: And Ten Other Lessons from the World of Secret Statecraft
Author: Rory Cormac
Narrator: Barnaby Edwards
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 11 hours 9 minutes
Release date: April 6, 2023
Genres: Current Affairs, Law, & Politics
Publisher's Summary:
'A compelling history of the dark arts of statecraft... Fascinating' Jonathan Rugman 'Rich in anecdote and detail.' The Times Today's world is in flux. Competition between the great powers is back on the agenda and governments around the world are turning to secret statecraft and the hidden hand to navigate these...2023-04-0611h 09
Audiobooks in Non-Fiction, Current Affairs, Law, & PoliticsHow To Stage A Coup: And Ten Other Lessons from the World of Secret Statecraft by Rory CormacPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/663254 to listen full audiobooks. Title: How To Stage A Coup: And Ten Other Lessons from the World of Secret Statecraft Author: Rory Cormac Narrator: Barnaby Edwards Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 11 hours 9 minutes Release date: April 6, 2023 Genres: Current Affairs, Law, & Politics Publisher's Summary: 'A compelling history of the dark arts of statecraft... Fascinating' Jonathan Rugman 'Rich in anecdote and detail.' The Times Today's world is in flux. Competition between the great powers is back on the agenda and governments around the world are turning to secret statecraft and the hidden hand to navigate...2023-04-0603 min
Seriously...Why Coups FailRecently, in both Europe and the United States, there have been serious attempts to overthrow elected governments by force.History is full of examples of coups d'etat succeeding, going all the way back to Ancient Rome. But these latest coup attempts failed. And they left a strange impression: of events that were part-horrific, part-absurd. In this programme, the novelist and classicist Natalie Haynes takes three examples of power grabs from Ancient Rome - one by the military, one by senators, and one conducted by stealth - and uses them to try to make sense of...2023-02-0328 min
History Extra podcastSabotage, cyberwar & assassination: a history of covert actionEver since the Greeks supposedly hid inside a wooden horse to sneak into Troy, states have meddled in other nations’ affairs, turning to the dark arts of sabotage, propaganda and state-sanctioned killing to carry out their secret plans. Speaking to Rhiannon Davies, Rory Cormac delves into the murky history of covert action. (Ad) Rory Cormac is the author of How To Stage A Coup: And Ten Other Lessons from the World of Secret Statecraft (Atlantic, 2022). Buy it now from Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/How-Stage-Coup-Lessons-Statecraft/dp/1838955615/?tag=bbchistory045-21&ascsubtag=historyextra-social-histboty2023-01-0234 min
Grey DynamicsEpisode 16: Covert Action, The Royals, Coups & Espionage with Rory CormacToday I spoke with Rory Cormac, an international relations lecturer at the University of Nottingham. He specialises in UK covert action and has written six books on the matter. Including his latest "How To Stage A Coup and ten other lessons from the world of secret statecraft".You can find Rory Cormac on:TwitterUniversity of NottinghamWe spoke aboutThoughts on the recent German coup attempt.Do coups work?The difference between UK & US intelligence culture.Staying away from conspiratorial mindsets.Foreign espionage in...2022-12-1645 min
How to get on a WatchlistHow to Stage a CoupIn the first installment of our new podcast, we sit down with Professor Rory Cormac to discuss coups, subversion, and covert influence. Professor Cormac teaches International Relations at the University of Nottingham, and specialises in secret intelligence and covert action. Rory is the author of "Disrupt and Deny: Spies, Special Forces, and the Secret Pursuit of British Foreign Policy", and the co-author of "The Black Door" and "The Secret Royals". Recently, Rory has published "How to Stage a Coup", which examines covert action and influence.2022-09-2238 min
Conversation SixRory Cormac and Michael PoznanskyRory Cormac and Michael Poznansky on the book "How to Stage a Coup"2022-07-2105 min
War in Ukraine: Update from Kyiv55. DEEP DIVE: Rory Cormac on ’How to Stage a Coup’ - Covert action, disinformation and conditions for a successful coupRory Cormac, Professor of International Relations at University of Nottingham, discusses his recent book 'How to Stage a Coup: And Ten Other Lessons from the World of Secret Statecraft'. We engage in a lively discussion about covert action, disinformation and conditions for a successful coup. Fascinating deep-dive into a timely issue-area.
Rory Cormac - How to Stage a Coup
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2022-06-1719 min
The Bogey MenMasters Recap | Ep.101Join The Bogey Men & Movember on Friday 20th May at Moyvalley Hotel and Golf Resort for the inaugural Bogey Men Open.
Book your spot here - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-bogey-men-movember-charity-golf-day-tickets-270880349417?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
This special day out includes golf on the Championship course, gala awards dinner, on-course whiskey tasting, thousands of euros worth of prizes and a LIVE Bogey Men show. You'll get to hang out with some special guests including Tour Professional Cormac Sharvin, Dublin football legend Paddy Andrews and actor & presenter Simon Delaney.
What You Get:
Golf on...2022-04-1346 minConversation SixRory Cormac and Michael PoznanskyRory Cormac and Michael Poznansky on the psychology of covert and overt intervention2021-09-0706 min
The Bogey MenIrish Open Recap | Ep.71Dave & Jonny were at the 2021 Dubai Duty Free Irish Open at Mount Juliet this week, so we recapped our experience of the event from a great winner in Lucas Herbert, strong performances from some Irish players including Cormac Sharvin and Shane Lowry, to waiting with some friends on Friday to see if they survived the cutline.
The course played really well and there were some brilliant highlights from the week, including getting to chat with some players who are Friends of The Pod and watching the likes of Rory, Shane & GMac back in Ireland.
We...2021-07-0536 min
Le CollimateurTuer, saboter, manipuler : le rôle de l'action clandestine dans les relations internationalesLe Collimateur se penche cette semaine vers une activité par nature discrète et qui pourtant concentre de nombreux fantasmes : l’action clandestine. C’est donc Damien Van Puyvelde, spécialiste du renseignement, maître de conférences à l’Université de Glasgow et chercheur associé à l’IRSEM, auteur d’une note de recherche IRSEM sur les assassinats ciblés à paraître bientôt avec Yvan Lledo-Ferrer, qui est l’invité du podcast cette semaine. Avec Alexandre Jubelin, il détaille d’abord les définitions possibles de l’action clandestine et les différences culturelles dans l’approche de la question (2:00), puis analysent la...2020-04-281h 08
WarpodA Very British Approach to Collusion?In this episode, the Remote Warfare Programme's Emily Knowles and Abigail Watson are joined by Rory Cormac and Andrew Mumford of the University of Nottingham.
They discuss Rory and Andrew's new project on collusion and whether there are parallels between the work undertaken by Nottingham and RWP's research into remote warfare.
Image credit: Tiocfaidh ár lá 1916/Flickr.
About the discussants
Abigail Watson is Senior Research Officer at the Remote Warfare Programme.
Emily Knowles is Director of the Remote Warfare Programme.
Rory Cormac is an Associate Professor of I...2019-06-2628 min
SpyCastDisrupt and Deny: A Conversation with Rory CormacSPY Historian Vince Houghton sat down with University of Nottingham professor Rory Cormac to discuss the history of British covert action and his newest book, Disrupt and Deny: Spies, Special Forces, and the Secret Pursuit of British Foreign Policy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2019-01-0857 min
New Books in Irish StudiesRory Cormac, "Disrupt and Deny: Spies, Special Forces, and the Secret Pursuit of British Foreign Policy" (Oxford UP, 2018)In the decades following the Second World War, the British government increasingly turned to covert operations as a means of achieving their foreign policy goals. In Disrupt and Deny: Spies, Special Forces, and the Secret Pursuit of British Foreign Policy (Oxford University Press, 2018), Rory Cormac describes the establishment of covert action as a tool of foreign policy and the various ways in which it was applied. As he explains, covert action was initially seen as a tool of warfare the use of which was inappropriate in times of peace. This view changed with the burgeoning Cold War, as covert...2018-12-2746 minNew Books in National SecurityRory Cormac, "Disrupt and Deny: Spies, Special Forces, and the Secret Pursuit of British Foreign Policy" (Oxford UP, 2018)In the decades following the Second World War, the British government increasingly turned to covert operations as a means of achieving their foreign policy goals. In Disrupt and Deny: Spies, Special Forces, and the Secret Pursuit of British Foreign Policy (Oxford University Press, 2018), Rory Cormac describes the establishment of covert action as a tool of foreign policy and the various ways in which it was applied. As he explains, covert action was initially seen as a tool of warfare the use of which was inappropriate in times of peace. This view changed with the burgeoning Cold War, as covert...2018-12-2746 minNew Books in Diplomatic HistoryRory Cormac, "Disrupt and Deny: Spies, Special Forces, and the Secret Pursuit of British Foreign Policy" (Oxford UP, 2018)In the decades following the Second World War, the British government increasingly turned to covert operations as a means of achieving their foreign policy goals. In Disrupt and Deny: Spies, Special Forces, and the Secret Pursuit of British Foreign Policy (Oxford University Press, 2018), Rory Cormac describes the establishment of covert action as a tool of foreign policy and the various ways in which it was applied. As he explains, covert action was initially seen as a tool of warfare the use of which was inappropriate in times of peace. This view changed with the burgeoning Cold War, as covert...2018-12-2746 min
Out of the Shadows Project PodcastEpisode 2 - Rory CormacThis is the second episode of our British Academy 'Out of the Shadows' project. This episode feature Dr Rory Cormac, Associate Professor of International Relations at the University of Nottingham. The episode discusses British intelligence and Rory's book The Black Door a history of the relation between British Prime Ministers and Intelligence.2017-08-0259 min
tbs eFM PrimetimeObama Expels Russian Diplomats Over Hacking AllegationsPRIME INTERVIEW
Topic: Obama Expels Russian Diplomats Over Hacking Allegations
Guest: Professor Rory Cormac (Int’l Relations/ University of Nottingham)
Segment Introduction
Host:
Last week, 35 Russian diplomats based in the United States were expelled by President Barack Obama while two diplomatic compounds were shut down, in response to the alleged hacking of the Democratic Party and Hilary Clinton’s campaign during the 2016 U.S. presidential elections. These measures represent arguably the strongest-ever official response against state-sponsored hacking, going significantly farther than similar incidents in the past involving countries like China and North Korea. To help us learn more, we’re very p...2017-01-0400 min
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Title: The Black Door: Spies, Secret Intelligence and British Prime Ministers
Author: Rory Cormac, Richard Aldrich
Narrator: Tom Clegg
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 25 hours 30 minutes
Release date: April 21, 2016
Genres: Current Affairs, Law, & Politics
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The Black Door explores the evolving relationship between successive British prime ministers and the intelligence agencies, from Asquith’s Secret Service Bureau to Cameron’s National Security Council. Intelligence can do a prime minister’s dirty work. For more than a century, secret wars have been waged directly from Number 10. They have staved off conflict, defeat...2016-04-211h 30
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Title: Black Door: Spies, Secret Intelligence and British Prime Ministers
Author: Richard Aldrich, Rory Cormac
Narrator: Tom Clegg
Format: Unabridged
Length: 25:30:00
Language: English
Release date: 04-21-16
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers UK
Genres: History, Politics, Europe, Political Advocacy
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The Black Door explores the evolving relationship between successive British prime ministers and the intelligence agencies, from Asquiths Secret Service Bureau to Camerons National Security Council.
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Narrator: Tom Clegg
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Language: English
Release date: 04-21-16
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited
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The Black Door explores the evolving relationship between successive British Prime Ministers and the intelligence agencies, from Asquith's Secret Service Bureau to Cameron's National Security Council.
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Title: The Black Door: Spies, Secret Intelligence and British Prime Ministers
Author: Rory Cormac, Richard Aldrich
Narrator: Tom Clegg
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 25 hours 30 minutes
Release date: April 21, 2016
Genres: Europe
Publisher's Summary:
The Black Door explores the evolving relationship between successive British prime ministers and the intelligence agencies, from Asquith’s Secret Service Bureau to Cameron’s National Security Council. Intelligence can do a prime minister’s dirty work. For more than a century, secret wars have been waged directly from Number 10. They have staved off conflict, defeats and British declin...2016-04-211h 30Stream Popular Full Audiobooks in Non-Fiction, Current Affairs, Law, & PoliticsThe Black Door: Spies, Secret Intelligence and British Prime Ministers by Rory Cormac, Richard AldrichPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/312469to listen full audiobooks.
Title: The Black Door: Spies, Secret Intelligence and British Prime Ministers
Author: Rory Cormac, Richard Aldrich
Narrator: Tom Clegg
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 25 hours 30 minutes
Release date: April 21, 2016
Genres: Current Affairs, Law, & Politics
Publisher's Summary:
The Black Door explores the evolving relationship between successive British prime ministers and the intelligence agencies, from Asquith’s Secret Service Bureau to Cameron’s National Security Council. Intelligence can do a prime minister’s dirty work. For more than a century, secret wars have been waged directly from Number 10. They have staved off conflict, defeat...2016-04-211h 30
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