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Hackers, North Korea and billions of dollars. Lazarus returns – in fact, the criminals never went away. Season 2 begins at an ATM, possibly near you. With Jean Lee and Geoff White. Investigators claim a secretive, elite North Korean hacking ring, nicknamed the Lazarus Group, is responsible for the theft of billions of dollars around the globe. Pyongyang denies having anything to do with cybercrimes, saying the United States is making these allegations to try to tarnish its image. Season 1 told the stories of the Lazarus Group's alleged hacks on Sony Pictures Entertainment and Bangladesh Bank and the WannaCry ransomware attack.

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S2.9 Big spenders

S2.9 Big spenders

2023-05-2141:407

“Are you a North Korean hacker? Yes, I am.” Investigators say money from the Lazarus Group’s hacks is flowing into Kim Jong-un’s nuclear weapons programme. Can it be stopped? #LazarusHeist
S2.8 Bitcoin bandits

S2.8 Bitcoin bandits

2023-05-1439:556

From millions to billions: the Lazarus Group get into cryptocurrency. North Korea tries to infiltrate companies from the inside, posing as job seekers. “We had a North Korean on our payroll”. Can investigators stop them cashing out their digital loot? #LazarusHeist
S2.7 Crypto comrades

S2.7 Crypto comrades

2023-05-0740:1210

It’s North Korea’s first crypto conference. Eight international tech experts decide to go but someone is watching. Their every move in Pyongyang is followed and they soon regret the trip. “I was put in handcuffs and taken to an interrogation centre.” #LazarusHeist
S2.6 False flags

S2.6 False flags

2023-04-3038:497

“He wrote me beautiful letters!” A “bromance” begins between President Trump and Kim Jong-un but how long will it last? The US president’s former security advisor, Ambassador John Bolton, reveals what happens inside the summit room when the two leaders meet face to face. Plus, the Olympic Destroyer hackers are finally unmasked – but who are they? #LazarusHeist
Hackers attack the Winter Olympics, during the opening ceremony in South Korea. Who is responsible? Fingers point to North Korea but it has joined forces with its neighbour and even sent a team. Why would they want to sabotage it? What’s going on? #LazarusHeist
S2.4 Fire and fury

S2.4 Fire and fury

2023-04-1645:298

"Something was collapsing inside me.” A top North Korean diplomat questions his commitment to the regime. And an adventure ends in tragedy for the American student, Otto Warmbier. We hear from the doctor who joined the mission to bring him home from Pyongyang.
S2.3 Hushpuppi

S2.3 Hushpuppi

2023-04-0940:086

A social media influencer is laundering cash for the hackers. Hushpuppi has expensive tastes and a luxury lifestyle. His paymasters? The dark web fraudster, Big Boss and the Lazarus Group cyber criminals, with alleged links to North Korea. Law enforcement is closing in. #LazarusHeist
S2.2 Big Boss

S2.2 Big Boss

2023-04-0233:327

The hackers turn to the dark web and enlist an eager new recruit. “Big Boss” is key to the ATM heist but who is he? Meanwhile, the police in India continue to investigate and make arrests. #LazarusHeist
S2.1 Jackpotting

S2.1 Jackpotting

2023-03-2638:4015

Millions of dollars are stolen from ATMs at the same time in 28 countries. An army of money mules stuff the cash into bags. Do they know who they are really working for? In just over two hours, the thieves take nearly $14 million - all from the accounts of Cosmos Bank in India. The hackers are back! #LazarusHeist
Season 2 trailer

Season 2 trailer

2023-03-1304:281

The hackers are back – and they are accused of being more dangerous than ever. Their cyber-attacks are getting more sophisticated and audacious. It’s claimed they are getting away with billions. North Korea denies everything. With hosts Jean Lee and Geoff White. Season 2 launches on 27 March 2023. #Lazarusheist
Lazarus Heist live

Lazarus Heist live

2022-10-0759:195

A special episode recorded in front of an audience in New York. What’s it like working in North Korea? How are hackers tracked in real time? Hosted by podcaster and musician Dessa, with Jean Lee and Geoff White. Your questions answered, plus guests: Seohyun Lee, who defected from North Korea, and cybersecurity expert Michael ‘Barni’ Barnhart. #LazarusHeist
S1.10 Kill switch

S1.10 Kill switch

2021-06-2045:5451

A frightening global attack, hospitals in chaos and an accidental hero with a secret. A virus spreads from computer to computer in 150 countries, causing billions of dollars in damage. It’s the story of WannaCry and Marcus Hutchins. Please help spread the word about #Lazarusheist
S1.9 The Macau connection

S1.9 The Macau connection

2021-06-1341:0421

“Dark arts”, murders and a place with a murky past. Breaking news: an unexpected interview with one of the middlemen. Please help us spread the word about #LazarusHeist on social media and leave ratings and reviews.Correction: This episode says that Kim Jong-nam was killed in 2015. The correct date was 2017.
A costly spelling error and “a fight in the bank” over $20 million. The hunt for a mysterious middleman takes us to Japan. #LazarusHeist
S1.7 Korean roulette

S1.7 Korean roulette

2021-05-3039:0732

A car loaded with cash, fake millionaires and death threats – we’re following the money. After they hacked into the billion dollar account, it was time to gamble. The story moves to the Philippines. #LazarusHeist Please help us spread the word and leave ratings and reviews.
S1.6 Cyber slaves

S1.6 Cyber slaves

2021-05-2340:1532

A double life overseas and welcome to hacker hotel. There’s an ominous message from a friend - “I don’t think I’ll be coming back”. #LazarusHeist
S1.5 Cyber warriors

S1.5 Cyber warriors

2021-05-1642:1935

Surveillance, state control, executions and how to become a hacker. The FBI has accused Park Jin Hyok of being a hacker but how much choice do members of the Lazarus group actually have? #LazarusHeist
S1.4 Billion dollar hack

S1.4 Billion dollar hack

2021-05-0939:1337

A faulty printer, an empty room and the most daring cyber theft ever attempted. The Bangladesh Bank heist begins. #LazarusHeist
S1.3 Superdollars

S1.3 Superdollars

2021-05-0233:2728

The Smoking Dragon, a fake wedding and a divorce party. And lots of counterfeit money. #LazarusHeist
S1.2 Disaster movie

S1.2 Disaster movie

2021-04-2536:4634

“I was terrified.” Panic in Hollywood, careers ruined and helium filled balloons sent to North Korea. President Obama makes clear who he blames for the Sony hack. #LazarusHeist
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Comments (48)

David McGregor

love finding podcasts like this. Great job

Oct 15th
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Luana Arch

Greatest podcast ever.

Oct 12th
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Kris Self

I think this is great ! fascinating story about which I knew nothing, told in a very accessible and informal way.

Aug 2nd
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Hamid Reza Yazdani

❤❤❤🌺🙏

Jul 21st
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David Martins

Excellent. Really looking forward to the season.

May 31st
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InverDarr

Simply the worst ear piercing theme music.

May 24th
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Philly Muleya Monnet

Lovely professional work amazing pure work of art everything is inch perfect

Apr 28th
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Lordofhailspont

Hushpuppi the Nigerian Legend will chill in prison for a long time lol. good riddance to bad rubbish

Apr 10th
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Robi Gerzsany

Great podcast, especially for IT experts and ethical hackers. Looking forward to the sequel.

Jan 21st
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Robi Gerzsany

Great podcast, especially for IT experts and ethical hackers. Looking forward to the sequel.

Jan 21st
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Gordon Millar

Great podcast and well up to BBC usual high standards. As noted by others though find the music mix very "jarring" at points, WAY too loud compared to the narrative and has you reaching for the volume control. However this is nitpicking in what is a meticulously researched and very well presented podcast.

Dec 11th
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Julie Gatesman

Very interesting - but geez- what a HORRIBLY edited podcast.....

Aug 31st
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Julie Gatesman

well, that's some bad editing.....

Aug 31st
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BBnerd BL

love this podcast amazing keep it up waiting for more to come

Jun 10th
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Catelyn Hearne

Awesome. Looking forward to Season 2...

May 3rd
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Charlie and Lynda Young

10/10 love the opening music. the bagpipes, literal CHILLS! very fascinating, 100% recommend.

Mar 24th
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Susan Wood

Fascinating story. I remember the problems at the time. Great to hear the background.

Dec 31st
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Kirsty Mac

Brilliant news. Love podcasts on dprk

Dec 22nd
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Siri

Well that's the best news I've heard so far today.

Dec 22nd
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Tom Evans-Bealt

great podcast, annoying 'music'

Dec 18th
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