After Action: True Stories of the Diplomatic Security Service

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From the law enforcement and security organization you’ve never heard of comes a podcast revealing some of the greatest stories in America’s history. Hear from special agents, engineers, technicians, and others who belong to the Diplomatic Security Service as they give Americans insight into what really happened. From the terrorist bombings in East Africa to discovering bugs buried in U.S. embassy walls to dismantling a major sex trafficking network in New York City, listen along as we peel back the DSS curtain.

  1. 06/24/2025

    DSS After Action: Solving a Cold-case Murder

    In this episode of After Action, we delve into an extraordinary true story of a capital murder suspect who eluded authorities for an astonishing 34 years. Living under a meticulously crafted false identity, this fugitive navigated life in the shadows, seemingly beyond the reach of justice. Join us as a retired Diplomatic Security Service Special Agent recounts the intense and innovative investigative journey that ultimately unmasked him. Discover how DSS's unique capabilities and critical interagency collaboration came together to solve a decades-old cold case and bring a long-sought individual to justice. #DSS

    22 min

  2. 05/27/2025

    DSS After Action: Exposing Foreign Intelligence Operations

    Join us for the Season 3 premiere of After Action. Retired DSS Special Agent Robert Booth shares incredible stories including how we identified insider threat Kendall Myers, discovered a sophisticated Russian listening device planted inside the U.S. State Department, and more. This episode takes you behind the scenes, revealing how the Diplomatic Security Service and our intelligence partners counter intelligence threats. Learn about the intricate, real-world efforts involved in safeguarding America's national security from unseen adversaries.

    54 min

  3. 09/26/2024

    Chasing the Chelsea Bomber

    Just as New York City was gearing up for the annual UN General Assembly in 2016, an individual inspired by ISIS threatened the safety of the city. When the bomber’s first explosive detonated in the Chelsea district of New York, a DSS special agent leapt into action, gathering evidence that would eventually lead to the identity and capture of the Chelsea Bomber.

    40 min

  4. 07/18/2024

    Protecting Team USA

    The athletes that are part of Team USA head to Paris to represent America and bring home the gold! While they are competing in the Games, they are considered special U.S. dignitaries, which is why DSS is there to help protect them from threats! Hear more about this unique mission, and how DSS prepared for Paris 2024.

    17 min

  5. 06/20/2024

    Destruction in Nepal: DSS responds to devastating earthquake in 2015

    Do you have a plan if a natural disaster strikes? Fortunately, the U.S. Embassy in Kathmandu, Nepal, did when a massive earthquake hit the country in April of 2015. In this episode, DSS Special Agent Dan Art describes the actions he and his colleagues took to safeguard the U.S. embassy and personnel after the disaster hit, and how they worked with multiple entities to provide humanitarian relief and medical aid, and search for victims.

    1h 2m

  6. 05/23/2024

    Courage Under Fire – Rescuing Americans under attack in Mali

    In November of 2015, terrorists attacked the Radisson Blu Hotel in Bamako, Mali. Popular with Westerners, several Americans were staying in the hotel, including a State Department contractor. Before the morning was over, two DSS special agents rallied four other Americans to fight through smoke, bullets, and hand grenades to save as many as 18 people trapped in the chaos. Hear firsthand from the agents who saved lives that day.

    41 min

  7. 04/30/2024

    Evacuating Sudan, Part 3

    One year ago, DSS special agents led the suspension of operations at the U.S. Embassy in Khartoum, Sudan. Working with U.S. military entities and other partners, DSS ensured that U.S. diplomats and their families withdrew safely from the country. In this three-part series, a variety of DSS personnel discuss how they supported the evacuation of Khartoum in 2023. In episode 3, hear from a DSS special agent who supported evacuation efforts of U.S. citizens from Khartoum during the 2023 upheaval.

    18 min

  8. 04/23/2024

    Evacuating Sudan, Part 2

    One year ago, DSS special agents led the suspension of operations at the U.S. Embassy in Khartoum, Sudan. Working with U.S. military entities and other partners, DSS ensured that U.S. diplomats and their families withdrew safely from the country. In this three-part series, a variety of DSS personnel discuss how they supported the evacuation of Khartoum in 2023. In episode 2, a DSS special agent serving as an assistant regional security officer describes his daring expeditions throughout Khartoum as he helped transport U.S. diplomats to a safer location within the city.

    19 min
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From the law enforcement and security organization you’ve never heard of comes a podcast revealing some of the greatest stories in America’s history. Hear from special agents, engineers, technicians, and others who belong to the Diplomatic Security Service as they give Americans insight into what really happened. From the terrorist bombings in East Africa to discovering bugs buried in U.S. embassy walls to dismantling a major sex trafficking network in New York City, listen along as we peel back the DSS curtain.

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