In late May, a New York Times investigation revealed that Russia was churning out deep cover operatives from Brazil for years until a CIA tip and sharp Brazilian policework led to their capture and escape. But what exactly is “deep cover” and when and how is it best used?On this episode of Straight from the Shoulder, Jack and Julia chat to uncover: The historic and contemporary motivations and methods behind the latest Russian effortThe pros and cons of operating under deep coverHow and if other nations are using deep cover The implications for human intelligence (HUMINT) moving forward

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