The Lazarus Heist
True crime podcast review — 2026
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"The Lazarus Heist expands what true crime can mean — the criminals are a state, the victims are financial institutions, and the stakes are geopolitical. Essential for understanding modern crime."
Who is this podcast for?
- ✓Fans of financial crime and corporate misconduct stories
- ✓Binge listeners who want something they can't stop at one episode
- ✓Listeners interested in British cases and the UK criminal justice system
Pros & cons
- +Rated "Must Listen" by our editorial team — exceptional across all dimensions
- +High binge factor — listeners consistently come back for more
About this podcast
BBC World Service series about the Lazarus Group — North Korea's state-sponsored hacking unit responsible for the WannaCry ransomware attack, the Bangladesh Bank heist, and billions stolen from the global financial system. Genuinely revelatory about digital warfare.
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Lazarus Heist
What is The Lazarus Heist about?
BBC World Service series about the Lazarus Group — North Korea's state-sponsored hacking unit responsible for the WannaCry ransomware attack, the Bangladesh Bank heist, and billions stolen from the global financial system. Genuinely revelatory about digital warfare.
Is The Lazarus Heist worth listening to?
Our editorial verdict is "Must listen". It scores 8/10 on binge factor. BBC World Service investigates North Korea's billion-dollar state-sponsored hacking operation.
Who is The Lazarus Heist for?
The Lazarus Heist is ideal for: Fans of financial crime and corporate misconduct stories; Binge listeners who want something they can't stop at one episode; Listeners interested in British cases and the UK criminal justice system.
What is the best episode of The Lazarus Heist to start with?
Start with whichever case title sounds most interesting to you.
Where can I listen to The Lazarus Heist?
The Lazarus Heist is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify. Search for it by name on any of those apps.
What podcasts are similar to The Lazarus Heist?
If you enjoy The Lazarus Heist, you might also like: The Retrievals, The Missing Cryptoqueen, Sweet Bobby, Hunting Warhead. See our full "Podcasts Like The Lazarus Heist" page for more recommendations.
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- Binge factor
- 8/10
- Country
- United Kingdom
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