The Telegraph has officially launched the highly anticipated third season of its award-winning investigative podcast, Bed of Lies: Conflict. This gripping series, hosted by acclaimed journalist Cara McGoogan, uncovers the hidden truths behind one of the most controversial and secretive chapters in British and Irish history—The Troubles in Northern Ireland.
As the release of the long-awaited Kenova Report into the activities of the notorious British agent known as Stakeknife approaches in March, Bed of Lies: Conflict sheds new light on the deeper, more extensive web of covert operations conducted by British intelligence during the conflict. The revelations in this series go beyond the case of Freddie Scappaticci, exposing a systemic pattern of collusion, deception, and cover-ups.
Shocking Revelations: The True Scale of British Agent Operations During The Troubles
This season of Bed of Lies offers exclusive insights into the scale of infiltration within both the IRA and loyalist paramilitaries. It features never-before-heard testimonies from families who lost loved ones, allegedly at the hands of state agents operating without accountability.
- The Scappaticci Connection – While the notorious agent Stakeknife—revealed to be Freddie Scappaticci—has been at the center of discussions, this series asserts that his activities were only a fraction of a much larger operation.
- Betrayal and Deception – Families affected by the actions of key loyalist agent Brian Nelson share their heart-wrenching stories, unveiling the extent of covert intelligence operations.
- Collusion Exposed – Former Metropolitan Police Commissioner Lord Stevens provides critical insights from the Pat Finucane Inquiry, which unearthed extensive collaboration between the police, army, and paramilitary groups.
These revelations suggest that state-backed agents played a more significant role in orchestrating assassinations and sustaining the conflict than previously acknowledged.
A Legacy of Investigative Excellence: Cara McGoogan’s Deep Dives into Hidden Scandals
Bed of Lies has built a reputation for exposing shocking truths hidden from the public eye. Each season delves into real-life stories of deception and injustice:
- Season 1: Love (2020) – Unveiled how undercover police officers manipulated women into long-term relationships under false identities.
- Season 2: Blood (2021) – Investigated the Infected Blood Scandal, one of the most devastating medical tragedies in NHS history.
The previous seasons received widespread acclaim, securing multiple industry awards, including:
✔ News Podcast of the Year (2022 Press Awards)
✔ Features Journalism Award (2021 British Journalism Awards)
✔ Podcast of the Year (2022 Society of Editors Media Freedom Award)
✔ Multiple Publisher Podcast Awards
With its reputation for fearless investigative journalism, Bed of Lies continues to shine a light on the darkest corners of history, exposing truths that authorities often seek to keep hidden.
How to Listen: Bed of Lies: Conflict
Listeners eager to uncover the full extent of this explosive investigation can tune in as follows:
📅 Release Date: Thursday, 30 January
🎙️ Where to Listen:
- Telegraph subscribers can access the full series exclusively on The Telegraph’s podcast channel via Apple Podcasts.
- Non-subscribers can stream the first two episodes for free on all major podcast platforms starting 30 January, with new episodes dropping weekly.
This season promises to be one of the most hard-hitting yet, shedding new light on Britain’s secret wars and the true cost of political manipulation during The Troubles.
