GOLD SHIELDS EPISODE 93; CATCHING A SPY

How do you catch the most notorious spy in U.S history?

That will be answered on this episode when Eric O'Neill joins us and explains the case that put Robert Hanssen, an FBI supervisor, behind bars forever. Hanssen sold Top Secret material to the Russians for decades, and was wanted by the Intelligence Community around the world. Eric was assigned this case, and worked undercover as Hanssen's assistant to gain his trust, gather evidence, and eventually play a pivotal role in his arrest.
In 2007, the movie Breach was released that told Eric's true story, and the capture of Robert Hanssen.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Sponsorships
04:18 The Case of Robert Hansen
13:28 Eric O'Neill's Journey to the FBI
22:38 Undercover Operations and Trust Building
30:40 The Complexity of Espionage and Personal Sacrifice
35:32 The Turning Point: Uncovering the Truth
39:12 The Art of Deception: Undercover Challenges
43:22 The Tension of Timing: A Race Against the Clock
48:04 The Final Confrontation: Catching a Master Spy
54:17 Life After the FBI: Transitioning to Cybersecurity
01:00:13 Legacy and Lessons: Reflections on a Historic Case