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129.) Spies, Lies and Lavender Ties- The Cambridge Five aka "The Biggest Spy Scandal in History"

129.) Spies, Lies and Lavender Ties- The Cambridge Five aka "The Biggest Spy Scandal in History"

Update: 2025-04-21
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Five elite students. A secret pact. A betrayal that shook the world.

In the heart of Cambridge University during the Cold War, a group of brilliant young men—some queer, some closeted, all conflicted—secretly pledged their loyalty to the Soviet Union. The result? One of the most infamous espionage rings in British history. In this episode, we trace the double lives, dangerous secrets, and lavender ties of the Cambridge Five.

This queer history podcast episode explores how class, sexuality, and secrecy collided in a scandal that revealed more than just treason—it exposed a society built on denial.

Hosted by Jordi and Brad, Beers With Queers brings chilling crimes, queer stories, and twisted justice to light—all with a cold one in hand.

Press play, grab a drink, and join us as we uncover the darkest corners of LGBTQ+ history.

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129.) Spies, Lies and Lavender Ties- The Cambridge Five aka "The Biggest Spy Scandal in History"

129.) Spies, Lies and Lavender Ties- The Cambridge Five aka "The Biggest Spy Scandal in History"

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