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“Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy comes out in 1974, featuring a mole and reflecting the toxic culture of the Secret Service during that time.”
Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: moles in government
For: Readers interested in political history and espionage
Key quote: “So, is this when Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy comes out, the Le Carre novel? It is.”
The host mentions 'Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy' to illustrate the theme of espionage and paranoia in British politics during the 1970s. The novel's portrayal of a mole within the Secret Service resonates with the contemporary fears surrounding political figures like Harold Wilson.