Journey to the West is one of the most influential books ever written and has inspired countless stories, including Monkie Kid, Dragon Ball and BBC’s Monkey, but has been obscure in the West. Caoimhe Ní Chaoimh hosts a lighthearted chapter by chapter discussion of the novel with her friend, comedian M.J. Stokes. New episodes come out every second Wednesday.
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Don't be afraid! It's an Irish language learning podcast in English! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Crime World, with Nicola Tallant, is an Irish podcast about criminals, drugs and the sins of the underworld. Discussing the real stories, and the real people, behind the grisly headlines. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Welcome to Irish Spirits, a fortnightly podcast about folklore and drinking, a natural Venn diagram of Irish culture. Hosted by Caoimhe Creed, Laura Fitzachary and Alex Buckley each week we will have a theme. Whether it’s ghosts, fairies or mythical creatures, we will discuss the stories and lore, all while drinking a themed cocktail made by our phantom bartender - Alex!
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A three part documentary radio series presented by Barry McGovern exploring contemporary Irish composers and their music. What shaped the sound of the century? An Athena Media production for RTÉ Lyric fm made with the funding support of the BAI and the TV licence fee in partnership with the Contemporary Music Centre. Production support by Jonathan Grimes of CMC, the producer is Helen Shaw and the audio editor is Pearse Ó Caoimh.
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Here at Fad Lads, Chris & Dok challenge themselves to commit to a fad, lifestyle, health regime or mental wellness activity EVERYDAY for a month. It could be a simple as running 3k a day, not eating carbs, meditating for 30min a day, perhaps it's just reading a chapter a of a book or painting for 30 mins a day.. The point is... you have to do it EVERY day for a set period of time.How this show works is we set each other the monthly challenge and report halfway through as to how it’s going. A ...
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Sinead O'Moore is going deep with inspirational and influential guests as they talk about the parts of life//family//career//relationships//self that can truly stretch us. This No1 Irish podcast is a voice that champions the growth we all go through - it acknowledges the challenges we face but leaves you feeling empowered, strong and proud of the people we are becoming. Have your voice shared - take part each week on instagram where there will be weekly polls and Q+A's on the themes discusse ...
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Studyclix is Ireland's most popular study website with great free learning resources for Junior & Leaving Cert students and teachers.
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Episodes of Rebel Matters range from casual conversations to discussions around challenging topics either with guests or as solo run episodes. Subject matter includes politics, society, health, social campaigns, and the sharing of stories.
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When it comes to understanding political issues, Richie is a self confessed toddler. That’s why he’s enlisted the help of Steve, his politically savvy drinking buddy, to help him understand how government effects our everyday lives and our interactions with each other. Join them, as they break down big political issues into comedic bite size bits and try to figure out, What Am Politics?
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Six DMs return to the mists to run a completely Rules-As-Written Curse of Strahd campaign. Our core question: what happens when, rather than luring in a party of heroes or adventurers, the mists of Barovia claim a group of cowardly, cynical, selfish, and/or traumatized individuals who fall—not leap—into adventure? Join Jack, Kaiya, Linus, Tsarina, Twi and their DM DragnaCarta (creator of the popular Curse of Strahd: Reloaded guides) to follow the story of a group of ordinary people thrust he ...
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A conversation about the Irish language and its history for anyone curious about their relationship with it and its role in our identity. From real life stories and experiences, to historical insights and thought-provoking theories, the podcast takes listeners on a culture rich journey through the evolution of the Irish Language. Visit the official website at - https://thelanguagequestion.com
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At your cervix is a podcast dedicated to pelvic and women's health issues such as incontinence, pelvic pain or sexual dysfunction. Shrouded in stigma, these issues are often poorly understood and considered embarrassing or taboo resulting in a delay accessing help. Gráinne Donnelly and Emma Brockwell are two pelvic health physiotherapists on a mission to myth bust, empower and educate the public, health and fitness professionals about pelvic health. Join as they converse honestly and authent ...
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Shapes of Grief is brought to you by Liz Gleeson, an Irish grief therapist. Liz hosts conversations with people about their experience of loss and grief in their lives. Through the recounting of our grief stories, integration can begin to happen, both for the teller and the listener. Everyone has a story of loss and everyone's story offers hope and inspiration to other grievers. Sharing these stories with each other can go a long way in normalising this human experience. Please do become a P ...
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The podcast where quality research meets quality cocktails. Hosted by two researchers at the Unversity of Oxford, join Paula and Josh as they chat about interesting things with interesting researchers while drinking interesting drinks. Covering research from maths, music and medicine through to philosophy, physics and politics, we interview PhD students and postdoctoral researchers about what it is that makes them tick - apart from our cocktails, that is...
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This Girl KAM is a space and community for women in pharma. As you drive to see your customers or battle the traffic on the way into Head office, having completed the school run or any other life admin, we're here for a virtual cup of tea and a chat! Each week Liv Nixon, a mum of 4 with 20 years under her belt in the pharmaceutical industry, will interview a different woman in pharma. The path we each choose for our pharma career is entirely unique, but there are plenty of learnings and insi ...
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The Whey Box Podcast is a series of short and intimate conversations hosted by Tally Rye and one of the founders of Whey Box, Ben Thoy. The guests have all become well-known for various achievements within the UK health and fitness industry, and whilst the aim of this podcast is to bring you up to date on what's currently going on in their lives, we also hope to dig a bit deeper so that you can get to know a little bit more about the people behind the Instagram profiles.
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Episode 668: Daniel Kinahan’s wife Caoimhe Robinson targeted in hunt to recoup €10 million in damages
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A US lawyer has vowed to pursue Daniel Kinahan and his wife Caoimhe Robinson to Dubai to replenish money awarded to his client in a court of law. Former Marine Eric Montalvo believes that Dubai will recognise Kinahan as a debtor when he asks them to formally recognise a multi-million euro judgment and that under UAE laws his failure to pay up shoul…
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Episode 670: Graham 'The Wig' Whelan is VIP guest at McGregor wedding
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Kinahan Cartel drug dealer Graham ‘The Wig’ Whelan was at the top table at Conor McGregor’s sister's wedding when she said ‘I do’ at her million euro nuptials. So who is the convicted criminal and notorious cocaine cowboy who has been welcomed into the McGregor family home? And has he left his past behind him as he lives it up with the rich and fam…
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Episode 669: Liam 'Bop' Roe's role in the Kinahan Organised Crime Group
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Kinahan Cartel member Liam ‘Bop’ Roe passed away in hospital this week after a short illness. And as friends and family prepare for his funeral, Nicola speaks to Niall Donald about Roe, his role in the Cartel and the changing fortunes for the Irish mafia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Episode 667: Criminal Gavin Sheehan declares 'war' following attack on his home
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A violent gunman warns ‘now it’s war’ after a feud in Cork sees armed thugs attack his home and rivals take to social media to threaten and taunt one another. So will volatile criminal Gavin Sheehan, released only recently from jail, drag his native city into violence or can the impulsive and dangerous criminal be tangoed? Nicola speaks with Niall …
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Episode 666: Man enslaved and held captive by infamous traveller gang given compensation
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Modern day slavery and the case of Victim A - a vulnerable man held captive for 26 years and forced to work for free and live in squalor. Now a compensation case has finally been won for the unidentified man what does it mean for others who have been exploited and for police forces who need to act against a growing threat from organised crime. Nico…
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Episode 665: Lennox Rodgers - Breaking Better (Audio Extract)
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Lennox Rodgers had been to court five times by his 11th birthday and groomed into becoming a pimp by his 14th. He spent half his life in London's murky underworld as a drug dealer, a gang enforcer, and an armed robber before he hit rock bottom, collapsed behind a bin on Oxford Street when a strange experience became the catalyst for him to turn his…
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Episode 664: Details of Jeffery Mitchell's death revealed at inquest
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Notorious drug dealer Jeffrey Mitchell who once amassed a fortune importing heroin into Ireland died from a cocktail of drugs in a homeless hostel in Dublin his inquest has heard. Mitchell was discovered face down on a bottom bunk by a hostel worker and was suffering from lung disease at the time. Nicola speaks with Niall Donald about Mitchell and …
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Episode 663: Former home of Jonathan Dowdall sold as he plans for life after prison
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The home of State Witness Jonathan Dowdall has sold for almost €800,000 as he prepares to finish his prison sentence and start a new life abroad. But what does the future hold for Dowdall whose evidence in the trial of Gerry ‘The Monk’ Hutch for the Regency Hotel murder was not accepted by the courts. Nicola speaks to Niall Donald about the next ch…
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Emma Doran - The Going for It Stretch - From teen pregnancy to going after what you want again.
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Final Episode - with Comedian & now Author, Emma Doran. It’s the final episode of the summer and the season. So to cheer us up I’m joined by one of the most successful irish comedians Emma Doran - who as it happens I booked 6 years ago for a brand launch I was leading so hang on to the end for all the reminiscing of a great night had. Emma has a ne…
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Episode 662: Inside the fake online life of killer Edward Johnston
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Killer Edward Johnston shot dead in Malta after a standoff with police had been projecting himself as a self-help guru living the dream life. Videos he has left behind on social media show a successful, fit, wealthy man urging others to follow his lead so they can experience happiness too. But as he was filming himself he was also conducting a terr…
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Episode 661: Why do women strike up relationships with killers behind bars?
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Killer Graham Dwyer has a new female friend who is writing to him in prison and who told journalist Ali Bracken that she simply wants his side of the story. But why do evil murderers like Dwyer attract female attention and why do women strike up relationships with some of the most dangerous inmates? Nicola speaks with criminologist Trina O’Connor a…
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Episode 660: The murder of Fat Andy Connors
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Mob boss Fat Andy Connors will be 10 years dead this month but has his murder investigation gone cold. Nicola speaks with Eamon Dillon about the life and death of Connors, about the notorious burglary gang he headed up, about his role as a banker to the underworld, about his claims of financial links to the fallen Mansfield Empire and about his end…
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Episode 659: The murder of Nicolette Ghirxi, Irish man arrested in Peru, and Portlaoise Prison overdoses
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An Irishman gunned down in Malta after he is suspected of stabbing his ex-girlfriend to death emerges as a stalker and a fantasist claiming to be a millionaire in online videos. But who is Edward Johnston, and what is his background? Nicola speaks to Eimear Rabbitte about the shooting in Malta, drug overdoses in prison and a significant cocaine arr…
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Episode 658: Edward 'Eds' McCarthy being eyed up by National Crime Agency
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Limerick criminal Eds McCarthy joined forces with Thomas ‘Bomber’ Kavanagh some years ago joining him in Birmingham and cementing his position as a new underworld boss. But now the former underling of the McCarthy Dundon gang may have to pay for his ambitious move with a National Crime Agency investigation into his activities with Kavanagh and a ca…
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Episode 657: How did deadly drugs make their way into the hands of Portlaoise Prisoners before mass overdose?
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A mass overdose in Portlaoise Prison as three remain in intensive care. An investigation focuses on how the deadly consignment made its way through the most secure prison in the country to inmates on C wing. Nicola speaks to Eamon Dillon about the major incident - was it an inevitable result of overcrowding and illegal smuggling or something even m…
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Episode 656: The questions that remain about the PSNI four years on from Katie Simpson's murder
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It’s four years since tragic 21 year old showjumper Katie Simpson was laid to rest in her native Tynan in County Armagh - a day when her killer Jonathan Creswell, posed as a chief mourner and stood in false grief as she was lowered into her grave. Nicola speaks to journalist Tanya Fowles about the incredible and ongoing battle for justice for Katie…
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Ok this one is either incredibly relevant to where you are at now - or trust me, it will be sooner than you realise. Suzanne Kane is a 98Fm presenter, a very busy mam of 3 kids and a great friend of mine. For Suzanne her postpartum at 40 just blurred right in with perimenopause and now she’s here to say the things that we do not hear enough about a…
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Episode 655: The boy who became a serial killer’s apprentice
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Forensic psychology professor Katherine Ramsland has penned more than 70 books on crime, forensic science and criminal justice. Her latest work, The Serial Killer's Apprentice, tells the bizarre story of 14-year-old Elmer Wayne Henley Jr, who was groomed by a serial killer into becoming his protege. Speaking to Crime Worlds Clodagh Meaney at CrimeC…
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Episode 654: The Godfather of British Crime by Freddie Foreman (Audio Extract)
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To Britain's criminal underworld, Freddie Foreman is the Godfather. Held responsible for the gangland killings of Ginger Marks and Frank 'The Mad Axeman' Mitchell, he was the enforcer to those who broke the underworld's strict code of Omertà. His dramatic story as a bank-robbing, safe-blowing hard man for the Kray twins made him London’s most feare…
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Episode 653: 'Coolock Says No' don tricolours as they riot in Belfast alongside loyalists
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Riots in Belfast, Dublin and across the UK and a sinister far-right element shrouded in tricolours and loyalist flags but who are the faces behind the violence in our cities and what are they hoping to achieve? Nicola speaks to Allison Morris about the rise of anti-immigration violence and a policing plan around it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p…
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Episode 652: Peadar Keating extradition proceedings put on hold
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Kinahan top brass Peadar Keating has had a stay put on his extradition proceedings to the UK to face trial on conspiracy charges as the courts consider whether he is ready to stand trial and how any sentence he may get should be served. Complexities around the case mean that Keating remains in Portlaoise Prison while Kavanagh and his brother-in-law…
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Episode 651: The murder of Valerie French
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The husband of Valerie French has been convicted of her murder after he failed to prove he was not guilty by reason of insanity. James Kilroy had claimed he was suffering from cannabis-induced psychosis when he savagely killed his wife at their home in Co Mayo. Niall speaks to Sunday World news editor Eimear Rabbitte about the events that led up to…
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Episode 650: Thomas ‘Bomber’ Kavanagh and Liam Byrne set to go on trial next month
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The notorious squad of Thomas ‘Bomber’ Kavanagh are set to go on trial with their boss next month as the Old Bailey prepares to hear a cunning gun plot that backfired spectacularly on the UK and Irish wing of the Kinahan cartel. Nicola speaks with Eamon Dillon about Kavanagh, his brother in law Liam Byrne and their co-accused and what the National …
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Emma Flynn / ThisMamaDoodles - The Moving to West Cork Stretch: And healing my soul as I go.
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Emma Flynn created thismamadoodles while expressing her own personal maternal mental, physical, emotional stretches and her craft, her illustrations, soulful words connected with thousands of woman online. But after a break, a chance to go inwards and reassess, realign, she joins me to share how her life has changed and her mental health never ever…
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Episode 649: Dr. Ann Burgess - A quest to decipher the criminal mind
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She was the inspiration behind the character of Dr.Wendy in the hit Netflix show Mindhunter. Dr.Ann Burgess began her career in trauma nursing before she went on to work with the FBI in the behavioral science unit where she helped to develop a method for profiling sexual serial killers. Speaking to Clodagh Meaney at CrimeCon, Dr. Ann Burgess tells …
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Episode 648: Nick Reynolds - Fugitive (Audiobook Extract)
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In his new audio book Fugitive Nick Reynolds son of the mastermind of the Great Train robbery Bruce Reynolds delves into the psychology of staying on the run and how it effects the lives and loves of the worlds most wanted. Today in an extract from the book published by Bonnier and featuring interviews with Amber Marks, the daughter of Howard Marks…
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Episode 647: Nick Reynolds - life as the son of a notorious fugitive
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His has been a life less ordinary. Nick Reynolds; a musician with the band Alabama 3 who penned the famous Soprano’s theme, an artist known for his eerie death masks and the son of Bruce Reynolds the mastermind of the 1963 Great Train Robbery. Nick, whose father passed away in 2013, just months before the 50th anniversary of Britain’s most sensatio…
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Episode 646: How text messages linked Jay O'Connor to Kinahan revenge murder plot
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Jay O'Connor's own text messages linking him to a revenge shooting and Kinahan Cartel murder plots were laid bare in court this week. The Veteran gangster was charged after Gardaí managed to access his encrypted phone where he had vowed to get revenge on his enemies Niall Donald speaks to Ken Foy about Jay O'Connor's volitile three decade long crim…
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Episode 645: The tragic murder of Mark Burke
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The tragedy of homeless man Mark Burke whose dismembered remains were discovered in a recycling plant 10 year ago has been the subject of a fresh appeal for information about his murder. Nicola speaks with Niall Donald about the 36 year old and a missing 80 hours which hold the key to his gruesome end. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mor…
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Episode 644: Conor McGregor handed down suspended jail sentence
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Conor McGregor has been handed down a 5-month suspended sentence and banned from driving for 2 years after being convicted of dangerous driving. The court heard that the judge was considering sending the MMA fighter to jail as he dressed him down for his appalling driving. Niall speaks to Eimear Rabbitte about the details of the incident and McGreg…
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Claire Walsh - The IVF didn't work Stretch. When it's time to stop TTC.
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6 months ago free diver, author and TedX speaker Claire Walsh joined me while she was in the messy middle of IVF treatment with so much yet unknown. link to previous episode "The IVF Stretch" Claire returns to share the heartbreaking but all too real acceptance that it was time to stop IVF and to step forward into a future without conceiving a chil…
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Episode 643: Five men jailed for murder of Thomas Dooley
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5 men have been jailed for the murder of 43-year-old Thomas Dooley who died after being attacked with machetes and sword like weapons while he was attending a funeral in Tralee, Co Kerry. The men, who are all related to the deceased, were handed down life sentences for the so-called honour killing. Niall Donald to Eamon Dillon about the tragic case…
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Episode 642: Criminal associate of McCarthy-Dundon gang suspect in arson attack on home of prison officer
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The home of a prison officer has been targeted by a crime gang in frightening arson attack in the early hours of the morning. The Prison Officers Association has branded it as ‘sinister’ and ‘cowardly’ and criminal linked to the McCarthy-Dundon gang have been identified as the initial suspects. Niall Donald speaks to Eamon Dillon about the details …
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Episode 641: The long-running CAB case against Jamie Dinnegan
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A case brought by the Criminal Assets Bureau against four couples has lifted the lid on the drugs business in rural Ireland. Jamie Dinnegan settled his long-running legal battle with CAB who claimed he was part of a Longford-based crime gang. Niall Donald speaks to Eamon Dillon about how this case showed how crime operates in rural Ireland Hosted o…
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Episode 640: The ongoing investigation into the murder of Robbie Lawlor in Belfast
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Raids conducted last week on homes linked to the Mr Big organisation and Barry Young’s Sligo grouping were carried out as part of the ongoing investigation into the murder of Robbie Lawlor in Belfast. But what were Gardai looking for in the 20 premises targeted as part of a joint operation with the PSNI and what did they seize. Nicola speaks with N…
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Episode 639: Waldron brothers targeted in massive seizure of drugs and cash
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The drug dealing operation headed up by the Waldron brothers Christopher and David has been hit with a massive seizure of almost €10 million worth of drugs and more than €1 million in cash. The haul follows a series of raids focused on premises associated with the grouping and the drugs involved included cannabis, cocaine, ketamine and ecstasy. Nic…
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Episode 638: Nathan McDonnell may plead guilty on crystal meth charges
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Meth case accused Nathan McDonnell may plead guilty to charges around the massive drug seizure in Kerry earlier this year. A court heard this week that the Kerry businessman might be ready to admit to crimes but his solicitor had not been consulted. The book of evidence has yet to be served on McDonnell and his co accused James Leen. Nicola speaks …
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Episode 637: The killer drug that's put the Irish prison system on high alert
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Following the death of a 21-year-old Mountjoy inmate, a nationwide alert for Nitrazene has been sent across the prison service. A quantity of pills tested positive for the lethal substance after Adam Darcy was found deceased in his cell. Niall Donald speaks to Eamon Dillon about the drug and its danger. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo…
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Episode 636: Former UVF Terrorist Gormy McMullan set to wed Thai bride
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A serial jailbird and notorious loyalist is set to marry a Thai bride 50 years his junior. Terrorist Gormy McMullan, 71, is accused of being the getaway driver on the notorious Loughin Island massacre and has been jailed for a string of terrorist offences. But now the pensioner has found love and has proudly declared he is headed for the altar. Nic…
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Evanne Ní Chuilinn - Irish Women Stretching for Gold at Paris 2024 Olympics
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This is an historic week for women in sport as 66 Irish female athletes compete in the 2024 Olympics in Paris. Joining me to talk about the build up, the pride and the excitement is RTE Sports Broadcaster, and presenter of RTE’s Olympics coverage, Evanne NiCuillinn to talk about how far women have come, the ones to watch, how this summer is an incr…
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Episode 635: Associates of Barry Young's Organised Crime Group jailed
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Associates of Barry Young have been jailed at Galway Circuit Court for their roles in his organised crime group. But how big was that grouping and just how international was it? Nicola speaks to Niall Donald and Eimear Rabbitte about the dismantling of a regional crime group. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Episode 634: Raymond Shorten sentenced for rape of 7-year-old girl
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Dublin Taxi driver Raymond Shorten is set to spend the next 11 years behind bars after he was handed down a sentence for raping and sexually assaulting a 7-year-old child. Niall Donald speaks to Crime World producer Clodagh Meaney who was in court today as the judge told the court how Shorten “couldn’t care less” about the impact on his victim. Hos…
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Episode 633: The life and deaths of pathologist and social media star Nicole Angemi
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She's a social media star who found fame by sharing grizzly medical pictures on Instagram. Nicole Angemi, known by her Instagram handle Mrs Angemi, is a pathologist’s assistant who spends her days working with the dead. She also hosts a podcast ‘Mother Knows Death’ with her daughter Maria. Speaking to Clodagh Meaney at Crime Con in Nashville, Nicol…
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Episode 632: Tim Gilchrist Jnr and the Cessna that flew to Longford loaded with cocaine
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A 56 year old whose Defence Counsel described as a ‘Walter Mitty’ character has been sent off to jail on an 11 year sentence after a court heard he flew 8 million euro of cocaine into Ireland. Waterford man Tim Gilchrist Jnr was a passenger on a Cessna aircraft that flew from France to Longford nearly two years ago loaded with the cocaine. Nicola s…
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Episode 631: Gangsters moll Ciara Lynch jailed for money laundering linked to Robbie Lawlor murder
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A gangsters moll is jailed for money laundering. A trail of suspicion leads all the way back to a murder in Belfast, and a complex web betrayal is spun around the underworld plot to shoot Robbie Lawlor. Nicola speaks with Niall Donald about Dundon mob girlfriend Ciara Lynch and the 50k blood money she’s gone to prison for. Hosted on Acast. See acas…
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Episode 630: Real IRA man Nathan Kinsella moved from Portlaoise prison over feud with Kinahan hitman
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Former Real IRA member Nathan Kinsella was sent packing from Portlaoise prison after events from his past came back to haunt him and one Kinahan hitman threatened to even an old score. So what is the future like for the criminal who once bullied and threatened the underworld and what strength does he have in or out of prison? Hosted on Acast. See a…
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Episode 629: Nathan McDonnell and James Leen to face further charges in €33 million crystal meth haul
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The two men charged in connection with the largest ever haul of crystal meth in the State have appeared before court where a total of seven new charges have been brought against them. James Leen from Listowel has now been charged with directing a criminal organisation while his co-accused Nathan McDonnell faces offences that he knew of the existenc…
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Episode 628: Coolock riot suspects brought before the courts
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Riots in Coolock, multiple suspects before the courts and a swift political and policing promise that the full force of the State will be used against those who break the law. But what lies behind the latest outbreak of violence against asylum seeker accommodation and do we have to consider decades of social disadvantage before we can find a peacef…
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Julie Ledwidge - My Secondary Infertility Stretch
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Half way through this season! Joined by Julie Ledwidge as we talk secondary infertility, waiting for no2, healing the trauma of almost losing her life after your 1st was born, and the power of deeply letting go. After Julie had her son Max, she developed sepsis. Julie has done amazing work to edicate and spread awareness of sepsis on her instagram …
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Episode 627: 8 men before Special Criminal Court in relation to killings of Tristan Sherry and Jason Hennessy Snr
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Eight young men including three teenagers are now before the Special Criminal Court on charges surrounding the Christmas Eve murder of Jason Hennessy Snr followed by the killing of his gunman Tristan Sherry. The Brownes steakhouse massacre which played out in front of young families was one of the most shocking outbreaks of gangland violence in rec…
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