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Today, Goalhanger announces the launch of its next new release of 2024: The Rest Is Classified on Nov 27th. This captivating and insightful series plunges listeners into the secretive world of espionage, spies, and covert operations. Hosted by two experts with unparalleled access and experience—David McCloskey, a former CIA analyst and bestselling spy novelist, and Gordon Corera, a veteran national security journalist who has covered the field for decades—the show provides a unique and authoritative look into the shadowy realm of global intelligence. The series will uncover the murky and often misunderstood world of international espionage. Drawing from their extensive backgrounds, McCloskey and Corera tell the hidden stories behind Intelligence operations, and the ever-evolving role of espionage in shaping global politics. Episodes will take listeners into the real world of espionage, from the stories behind today's headlines to those that have remained classified for decades. Episode 1 is the first of a two-part series exploring the 1953 Iranian coup d'état, uncovering the secret history behind the event. It reveals how the CIA and MI6 collaborated in Operation Ajax to overthrow Iran's elected leader, driven by a power struggle over oil and Cold War politics. The Rest Is Classified exposes the covert tactics, secret deals, and the lasting impact on U.S.-Iran relations.  Upcoming topics for future episodes include the CIA and FBI investigation into Russian “illegals” operating in the US and UK, the first CIA teams on the ground in Afghanistan after 9/11, the eccentric first Chief of MI6 and his legacy, tales of Cold War spies and traitors, the Bangladesh Bank cyber heist, and Edward Snowden. “The Rest Is Classified will delve deep into the world of espionage, giving listeners an insider's perspective. It won't just debunk myths or challenge fictional portrayals of spies — it will reveal the real, often astonishing, events behind these stories revealing how the truth is often wilder than the fiction," said Corera. McCloskey added, "By design, the espionage business is secret, and its operations take place below the waterline, but we're taking you under the surface to uncover the classified details of what really happened. We've been in the room, covered these events, and spent years discussing them. Now, we're opening the door to the realities of a secret world that's nearly impossible to access through Hollywood or spy novels." The Rest Is Classified will be available on all podcast platforms and YouTube from Wednesday, 27th November 2024

I’m thrilled to share our exclusive interview with the 2024 Ballon d'Or winner, Rodri! 🏆 It's been a treat to work on, thanks to Vasco Andrade, Will Seddon, Jon Gill and Harry Lineker for their contribution on producing something special. Stay posted because he won’t be the only football legend we interview this year: https://lnkd.in/eHAiTZwh 👀

Today, we're excited to release our second new show of 2024: 'The Rest Is Classified'—a deep dive into the mysterious world of spies and espionage. Hosted by two experts with unparalleled access and experience—David McCloskey, a former CIA analyst and bestselling spy novelist, and Gordon Corera, a veteran national security journalist who has covered the field for decades—the show provides a unique and authoritative look into the shadowy realm of global intelligence. Listen/Watch to Episode 1 now: https://lnkd.in/ekVPAyyn

I’ve never worked on animation before, so I’m really excited about this first for The Rest Is History! We chose the Battle of Agincourt as the focus and had the privilege of working with an incredibly talented illustrator to create custom assets, alongside a brilliant animator to bring it all to life. It premieres this Saturday on YouTube for anyone interested!

We’d like to thank Nick Hilton for visiting Goalhanger HQ last week and featuring us in The Independent. In the article, Co-Founder Jack Davenport reflects on our eventful year, including our expansion into the US, the growth of our team and shows, and what lies ahead for Goalhanger. Featuring mentions of Labrador puppies (sadly not ours) and rugby union legend Mike Tindall. Read more here - https://lnkd.in/esyMmdMD

All of us at Goalhanger want to extend our heartfelt congratulations to Nicole Logan on her 'AudioUK Award' at last night’s Audio Production Awards! This outstanding achievement is a testament to Nicole’s dedication, influence, and the incredible hard work she has contributed over 10 years in arts, media, and entertainment. Her talent for crafting compelling narratives and driving high-level content production has set her apart in the industry. We’re thrilled that Nicole now calls Goalhanger her home, and we can’t wait to see what the next 12 months—and beyond—hold for her! #APAs24

A huge congratulations to Anouska Lewis on her well-deserved win for 'Best New Voice' at last night's AudioUK Production Awards! This recognition celebrates her incredible talent and the outstanding work she's delivered across 'Hometown Boring' alongside BBC Sounds Audio Lab and Mags Creative. We’re also absolutely delighted to have her here at Goalhanger, where her creativity and storytelling continue to inspire and innovate in the world of audio. #APAs24

Exciting times at Goalhanger! We’re expanding deeper into the US podcast market, driven by the success of 'The Rest Is Politics: US'. With Anthony Scaramucci and Katty Kay at the helm, we’re meeting the demand for balanced, engaging political discussions. And with our global hits, like 'The Rest Is History', continuing to break records, it’s clear there is a strong appetite for smart, thought-provoking content.

🇺🇸 46m total impressions 🇺🇸 2.1m live viewers 🇺🇸 80k+ concurrent viewers The Rest Is Politics: America Decides livestream broke the mould of traditional election broadcasts, exceeding our expectations with an incredible lineup of Goalhanger hosts. Our thanks go to our partners Spotify / Dizplai for their invaluable support.

It's been a busy last 6 weeks for The Rest Is Politics and The Rest Is Politics US 🇬🇧 🇺🇸 - 33,000+ tickets sold for the UK TRIP tour, including 13,000 people at London's O2 Arena - A membership club launched with over 7,000 paying subscribers for TRIP US - Two sold out TRIP US shows in NYC and D.C. - Anthony and Katty's home cities - 3 'Rest Is' election night livestreams from Spotify's World Trade Centre offices with over 14 million views across YouTube, X, Instagram, and TikTok (the first livestream has clocked up over 35 years of watch-time so far!) It's been a real pleasure to live produce shows on stage and screen with Alastair Campbell, Rory Stewart, Katty Kay, Anthony Scaramucci, Marina Hyde, and Dominic Sandbrook. Thanks so much to Nicole Maslen, Fiona Douglas, Callum Hill, Tom Whiter, Tony Pastor, Jack Davenport, Samuel Oakley, Jessica Kidson, Chris Sawyer, Jon Gill, Kat Baldwin, India Dunkley, Becki H., Evan Green, Teo Ayodeji-Ansell, Vasco Andrade, Rebecca Tyrrell, Josh Akers, Andy Neilson, Izzy Reid, Joe McCarthy, Alex Hack-Roberts, and Jake Liascos for making it happen. Plenty more to come from Goalhanger before 2024 is over...