Best Offaly Podcasts (2025)

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Extra: Tadhg Farrell (4) died as he was babysat by grandaunt – updates on Offaly firebomb attack 8:56

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Gardaí have issued a nationwide alert for a getaway vehicle used by the gang suspected of firebombing a family home in Offaly on Saturday evening. The attack resulted in the deaths of four-year-old Tadhg Farrell and his 60-year-old grandaunt Mary Holt. Taoiseach Micheál Martin has condemned the “savage and callous” incident as “an attack on society…

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The DJ Carey Story Episode 1: The Sports Star 29:59

22m ago29:59

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He conquered the hurling field, but off it DJ Carey was playing a far darker game. This is the story of a national icon who fooled everyone — until the truth caught up with him. In this special series from the Indo Daily, we trace the rise of a sporting icon whose lies, deception and downfall proved even heroes can crumble. Host: Kevin Doyle Guests…

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Just Between Us: “I made €20k in my first 24 hours on OnlyFans” – Niamh O’Connor on why she walked away 28:19

3d ago28:19

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Welcome to Just Between Us, the sex and relationships podcast from the Irish Independent, hosted by Jennifer Zamparelli. What happens when a 22-year-old starts an OnlyFans and earns life-changing money overnight? Jennifer is joined by Niamh O’Connor (AKA Kneevo), once Ireland’s biggest OnlyFans creator, to talk money, pressure, plastic surgery, sti…

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The trouble with EuroMillions – Dolores McNamara’s €115m win, 20 years on 21:00

4d ago21:00

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In the summer of 2005, a typical Friday night in the local pub changed the life of Dolores McNamara forever when she learned that the EuroMillions ticket she bought on a whim led to her becoming €115 million richer. But what became of Ireland’s first ever EuroMillions winner? Host: Tabitha Monahan Guest: Ralph Riegel *This podcast was first release…

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'Ireland's Alcatraz' — The colourful history of Spike Island 24:38

5d ago24:38

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Spike Island, or "Ireland’s Alcatraz", is a small coastal enclave off the coast of Cobh in Co Cork. But while most of us associate its colourful history as one of a battle-hardened prison, its story begins much earlier, centuries earlier in fact. Today on the Indo Daily, Ellen Coyne is joined by John Crotty, former general manager of Spike Island a…

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40 years of Band Aid - Christmas, charity and controversy 35:52

6d ago35:52

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When the BBC aired journalist Michael Buerk's harrowing reports of Ethiopian famine in 1984, few could have imagined the enduring legacy they would inspire. Among those watching was Irish musician Bob Geldof, who became determined to help in the only way he knew how. So, how did Band Aid's iconic Christmas single come about and why is it still caus…

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Indo Politics Awards 2025: Conquering Connolly, tenacious Taoiseach and gaffes galore 36:30

7d ago36:30

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Another year in the history books, full of all kinds of point-scoring, in-fighting, power plays and seismic shifts. So, who won big on the political stage? Who lost in headline-making fashion? What were the standout gaffes? And just who can call themselves the “Brat of the Year” for 2025? All will be revealed as the Indo politics team hand out thei…

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A Pint of Plain: Fionnán and Donal Fallon's Christmas Pub Crawl 23:06

3d ago23:06

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Christmas is closing in and where better to be than in the nation’s favourite third space: The Pub. For our inaugural festive pub crawl through the past, present, and future of the great Irish public house. Host: Fionnán Sheahan Guest: Donal Fallon See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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“There is a grief there”: Eoin McGee on how winning the Lotto changes lives forever 31:24

9d ago31:24

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Today on The Indo Daily we're bringing you an episode from our sister podcast Money Talks, all about how winning the National Lottery can be life-changing in perhaps unexpected ways... Congratulations, you've won the Lotto. Now, what exactly do you do next? One of the most important things a new winner will do is sit down and speak with a financial…

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2025 Wrapped 41:12

6d ago41:12

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On this episode, Peter Linden catches up with John O'Loughlin, Clodagh Bolger, John Brennan and Stephen Carey to review the year gone by and discuss the renewal of the derogation, dry cow management and the upcoming Irish Grassland Association annual dairy conference. The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/…

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The Indo Daily’s 2025 Review: Scandals, surprises and standout moments 41:07

6d ago41:07

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From jaw-dropping scandals to moments of pure Irish joy, 2025 was a year nobody will forget in a hurry. In this special end-of-year edition of the Indo Daily, Tabitha Monahan is joined by Fionnan Sheehan, Tessa Fleming and Kevin Doyle to look back on the stories that dominated headlines and conversations across the country. They revisit the shockin…

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WOTS: "I say boxing day.. Jesus Christ Eve!" | Christmas Special | Dartsmas and Sporting Traditions 37:57

11d ago37:57

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Happy (Early) Christmas from the Word On The Street gang! What better way to celebrate our two-way conversation this festive season than by finding out people's favourite Christmas sports events!? From the darts to rugby and local traditions, there's so much happening during the Silly Season. What's your favourite Christmas sporting tradition? Get …

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‘Publish and be damned’: Fionnán Sheehan on his side of the Jim Gavin report - and the reporting trail behind it all 37:54

12d ago37:54

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The Jim Gavin report has landed, but does it really explain how Fianna Fáil handled repeated warnings about a serious tenant dispute? Or does it reveal a party too willing to accept reassurances, too slow to ask hard questions, and too determined to protect a chosen candidate? Fionnán Sheahan outlines the reporting behind the story, the weeks of ve…

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The Football Pod Club: Sinead Goldrick and Carla Rowe on Dublin's rise and the AFLW surge 1:09:35

12d ago1:09:35

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Welcome back to The Football Pod Club - it’s our third episode of the series, and we’re joined by two superstars of the women's game, Dublin's All-Ireland winning captain Carla Rowe and her county teammate, Sinead Goldrick - the Dublin and Foxrock-Cabinteely legend who also stars in the AFLW. Do enjoy. CHAPTERS (00:30) - Goldrick and Rowe join The …

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The Magnier Enigma: ‘Lies’, power and a €6m courtroom shock 27:14

13d ago27:14

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Billionaire stud owner John Magnier has been dealt a devastating legal blow; a €6m costs order and a High Court judge declaring his evidence amounted to “lying.” Now, as he looks to push ahead with an appeal, the battle over Barne Estate unpacks questions about power, privilege and the lengths one man will go to win. Host: Fionnán Sheahan, Guests; …

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How the Hennessy gang thrived on extreme violence and terror as they rose to prominence 20:18

14d ago20:18

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A violent torture attack that saw a man branded “RAT” has exposed the long-running reign of terror carried out by the Hennessy brothers in west Dublin. As the trio await sentencing, we explore their rise through gangland ranks and ask whether this marks the beginning of their downfall. Host: Tabitha Monahan Guest Eoin Reynolds & Robin Schiller See …

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Dr Quirkey’s €54m will: Beauty queens, comedians and a gambling empire 23:26

15d ago23:26

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Richard Quirke turned flashing slot machines into a €54m fortune, but his legacy is far from simple. Behind the will lies a family saga of beauty queens, comedians and the drama of Dublin’s casino king. We want to earn your trust and are members of the Trust Project. See our ethics policies at independent.ie/ourjournalism Host: Fionnán Sheahan Gues…

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Christmas gift guide: High‑end dreams v budget reality 33:42

11d ago33:42

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From vintage cameras to anti‑phone gadgets, this Christmas brings tech gifts with a twist. We explore whether to go high‑end or budget, and the devices Gen Z and phone‑weary adults really want under the tree. Today’s Indo Daily comes from our sister podcast The Big Tech Show. We want to earn your trust and are members of the Trust Project. See our …

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REACTION FROM ARMAGH: A tight Extra-Time Thriller under the lights | Scotstown 0-19 - Kilcoo 0-16 13:05

16d ago13:05

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OTB's David Wilson was in Armagh and brings you immediate reaction from the Ulster Senior Club Football Championship which saw Scotstown take home the crown after a tight Extra Time encounter with Kilcoo Hear from Michael McCarville, Kieran Hughes and goalkeeper Rory Beggan as they give their reaction to winning the Ulster Championship for the firs…

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Extra: Vatican vows - Inside Conor McGregor's '15 minute' Roman wedding 14:16

17d ago14:16

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Step inside the stunning Vatican chapel where Dee Devlin arrived for her intimate wedding to Conor McGregor. From thousands of white roses to heightened security - Ireland’s most talked about couple have now tied the knot after over 15 years together. After a tumultuous year of court cases and controversy, could married life now be part of the over…

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Bob Vylan sue RTÉ as major cost-cutting measures get underway in Montrose 24:06

18d ago24:06

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A week ago, millions of us across the nation were glued to one of our most beloved annual traditions, the Late Late Toy Show. But a week is a long time in RTÉ politics. The festive glow in Montrose can fade fast, and this week the broadcaster has found itself navigating a fresh set of challenges, both internal and external. So, what kind of Christm…

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STEPHANIE PUNCH: 'We've nearly gone through an extra game...!' | St Finbarr's Senior Club Camogie final 15:18

14d ago15:18

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Stephanie Punch of St Finbarr's GAA joins Eoin Sheahan ahead this weekends All Ireland Senior Camogie Club Final. The Final sees the Barrs take on Athenry in Croke Park.

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“Ireland’s taking the piss” – European frustrations at Ireland's weak security 19:06

19d ago19:06

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From rogue drones over Dublin to Russian vessels in our seas, is Ireland Europe’s weakest link in a world of cyber attacks and global rivalries? And why are our international allies not impressed? Host: Fionnán Sheahan Guests: Jude Webber and Darragh Nolan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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THE DODGY BOX ISSUE: ‘It’s costing people jobs!’ | The Dodgy Box is no longer a ‘victimless crime’ 37:05

19d ago37:05

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With sports streaming becoming increasingly expensive, one fifth of Irish households are said to be using ‘dodgy boxes’ in order to watch live sport and television. Eoin Sheahan is joined by Newstalk’s Jess Kelly, as well as Clubber’s Jimmy Doyle, LOI TV’s Mark Scanlon and Adam Leventhal of the Athletic to discuss the consequences of the dodgy box,…

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GAA Where We All Belong: "The club is going from strength to strength" | "It's onwards and upwards for Cashel" | Stephen Gleeson 41:19

19d ago41:19

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In our final instalment of our GAA "Where we all belong" series, Stephen Gleeson took us to his daughters club Cashel King Cormacs in Co. Tipperary. We get to hear from members, coaches, teachers and Stephen himself about what makes this club so special for all of it's members. This is with thanks to the GAA, #GAABelong.…

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Stakeknife: The IRA double agent at the centre of a new £48m ‘sobering report’ 32:34

20d ago32:34

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The long-awaited report on the activities of double agent Freddie ‘Stakeknife’ Scappaticci has been released. The investigation, which cost close to £48m and took eight years, has revealed new details, despite not naming Scappaticci as Stakeknife. Host: Ciarán Dunbar Guest: Allison Morris and Kurtis Reid See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info…

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CIARÁN MURPHY | "It is the warrior's sport" | Old Parish: Notes on Hurling | Gaeltacht community | Off The Ball 43:06

20d ago43:06

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Ciarán Murphy returns to Off The Ball for the first time in over a decade to talk about his new book, Old Parish: Notes on Hurling. He chats to Eoin Sheahan about the writing of this book, the lessons learned from some hurling icons, the danger and bravery inherent in the game, and what it means to be a country man living in Dublin.…

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The murder of Connemara teen Siobhán Hynes, and her killer’s fresh bid for freedom 18:13

21d ago18:13

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27 years ago, in the early hours of December 6, Siobhán Hynes was raped and murdered at Tismeain beach near Leitir Mór in Conamara. Now, the man convicted of her killing has launched a fresh bid for freedom, claiming that his conviction was a miscarriage of justice. Host: Tabitha Monahan Guest: Catherine Fegan This podcast feature discussions surro…

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The Football Pod: Sherlock-Geaney shootout, Dingle-Barrs rules debate, Ballyboden win, Kilcoo-Scotstown 41:52

21d ago41:52

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It's your Monday episode of The Football Pod - after a classic Munster Club Football Final - Tommy, James and Paddy get stuck into it all, from the midfield warfare, to the controversial decisions and the shooters exhibition. We had our Leinster Football final and plenty of action from the Junior and Intermediate deciders also. Enjoy. Chapters (01:…

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Conor McGregor: Outstanding legal tussles, a God-fuelled pivot and a wedding? 26:59

22d ago26:59

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It’s just over a year since a High Court jury determined in a civil case that Nikita Hand had been raped by Conor McGregor in a Dublin hotel in December 2018. McGregor hasn’t fought inside the Octagon or appeared in any more Hollywood blockbusters during this time, but he’s managed to remain in the spotlight, nonetheless. On this episode of The Ind…

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REACTION FROM THURLES: Dingle win Munster Club SFC on last kick of the game against St Finbarr's | OFF THE BALL 9:48

22d ago9:48

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Tommy Rooney gives you immediate reaction from Semple Stadium, Thurles where Dingle won the Munster Club Senior Football Championship on the last kick of the game as they beat St Finbarr's 1-18 to 0-20 Tommy catches up with the Geaney brothers, Conor & Dylan, Tom O'Sullivan & Mark O'Connor on the winning side and lastly St Finbarr's selector Jimmy …

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Indo Politics: ‘Sensible Simon’, Zelensky’s star power and Ireland’s Golden Goose 22:02

20d ago22:02

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Welcome to your weekly dish of Indo Politics from The Indo Daily. On this episode: the everlasting presidential postmortem, the emergence of ‘Sensible Simon’, the star power of Volodymyr Zelensky - and will Ireland’s Golden Goose ever stop laying eggs? We want to earn your trust and are members of the Trust Project. See our ethics policies at ind…

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Extra: Ireland and RTÉ’s Eurovision boycott explained - is the contest in crisis? 13:23

24d ago13:23

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It’s official, Ireland will not participate in the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest, nor will RTÉ broadcast the event. Eurovision bosses deny the competition is in crisis, but the increasing fractures are making international headlines. How did RTÉ come to its decision to boycott, and what comes next? Host: Fionnán Sheahan Guest: Kirsty Blake Knox See …

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Martha Nolan’s final hours: Her mysterious death at exclusive yacht club 26:16

25d ago26:16

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Last August 4, Carlow-born Martha Nolan met with her business investor aboard his boat in an exclusive yacht club in New York. Hours later she was dead. Several months on, why are there still more questions than answers? Host: Tessa Fleming Guest: Catherine Fegan and Jen Wieczner See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Bibles, subscriptions and €360 boxes of meat: How Ireland's anti-immigrant influencers are cashing in 21:29

22d ago21:29

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Two leading anti-immigration influencers are generating considerable personal income by selling merchandise, memberships and seeking donations to fund and grow their ideologies. Host: Kevin Doyle Guest: Ali Bracken See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Irish Independent

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The Football Pod Club: Padraic Joyce on a life in Football and Galway’s pursuit of Sam, 25 years on 1:14:10

26d ago1:14:10

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Welcome back to The Football Pod Club - it’s the second episode of our winter series, and we’re delighted to have sat down for a brilliant chat with Padraic Joyce to chat about his phenomenal playing career, being an intercounty manager in 2026, and Galway’s pursuit of Sam Maguire. CHAPTERS (00:30) - Padraic Joyce joins The Football Pod Club (02:00…

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“ We should be reclaiming or decolonizing the names” of our streets 22:32

27d ago22:32

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A row over Rathgar’s Herzog Park in south Dublin has snowballed into a global reckoning with Ireland’s colonial past. From suburban greens to street signs, we explore how the politics of renaming is reshaping the map of modern Ireland. As of Tuesday December 3rd, Dublin city councillors have decided to withdraw their proposal to “de-name” Herzog Pa…

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NIMBY or necessary? The South Dublin residents delaying MetroLink mega-project 24:23

28d ago24:23

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Metrolink was first proposed in 2001. Nearly a quarter of a century later, the diggers still haven’t moved. Now, a fresh legal challenge from residents of Dartmouth Square has left the multibillion-euro project with potentially significant delays. Are their concerns justified, or is this a classic case of NIMBYism? Host: Fionnán Sheahan, Guest: Con…

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The Football Pod: Newbridge-Scotstown epic, the semi-pro era, club-county divide, special guest reveal 46:44

28d ago46:44

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Welcome back to The Football Pod - plenty to get stuck into, as always - it’s Tommy, James and Paddy looking back on an interesting weekend of action on the club scene, with plenty of stories worth looking at in the county game too. Enjoy! Chapters (01:00) - Tommy at the Plaza, GAA image rights, pre-season camps and the Provincial draw. (20:00) - R…

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50 years on: The Dublin Airport bombing lost in time 19:35

24d ago19:35

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November 29, 1975, is not often quoted as a day of significance in Irish history. But at 1.20pm that afternoon, Dublin Airport became the site of a bomb attack. The tragedy has been largely forgotten by the wider public over the last five decades. However, for those who still seek answers it is as pressing as ever. Host: Kevin Doyle Guest: Brendan …

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Crime World’s Nicola Tallant: ‘There’s no insurance policy – if a criminal is shot dead, their family is left with nothing’ 32:26

30d ago32:26

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Today’s Indo Daily is a collaboration between two of our sister podcasts, Money Talks and Crime World. SundayWorld.com is getting a new look by rebranding to CrimeWorld.com - your inside track on Ireland’s criminal underworld. To mark the occasion, acclaimed journalist and broadcaster Nicola Tallant visits the Money Talks studio to talk through her…

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THE SATURDAY PANEL: All Ireland winners special | Hannah Tyrrell & Niamh Hetherton 51:03

26d ago51:03

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Dublin ladies All-Ireland winners Hannah Tyrrell and Niamh Hetherton join John Duggan in studio for this week's Saturday Panel. The Saturday Panel on Off The Ball, brought to you by L'Oreal Men Expert, Try new Derma Control for Oily and Blemish-prone skin.

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Indo Politics: “A tragic drama” - Billy Kelleher speaks on the Jim Gavin presidential debacle 24:13

1M ago24:13

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This week on Indo Politics, Fianna Fáil MEP Billy Kelleher speaks candidly about the party’s bruising presidential selection saga, the pressures applied behind the scenes, and what he calls a “tragic drama” for all involved. Host: Mary Regan, Guest: Billy Kelleher See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Salacious poetry, a jilted lover and an alleged affair: RFK Jr’s latest scandal 23:34

1M ago23:34

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US health secretary, and prominent member of the Kennedy dynasty, Robert F Kennedy Jr has found himself, once again, thrust into the headlines. It’s alleged he penned a series of explicit poems to his supposed lover, journalist Olivia Nuzzi, who is around 40 years his junior. The salacious verses, which include toe-curling allusions to oral sex, we…

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Breifne O’Brien: The fall of a Celtic Tiger fraudster and his post-jail reinvention 25:56

1M ago25:56

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At the height of the Celtic Tiger, property investor Breifne O’Brien was the definition of upper middle class. It seemed he had it all, until everything came crashing down around as his 15-year-long ponzi scheme was exposed, and his victims - who included his closest friends - learned the horrible, costly truth. O’Brien ultimately swapped the high …

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Four wills, three years and the €3m stud farm: Inside the battle for Des Vere Hunt's estate 17:54

1M ago17:54

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Des Vere Hunt, of Fethard, Co Tipperary, died in September 2021, leaving behind an estate worth over €3m. He also left four different wills, made in years leading up to his death. Now, a three-way High Court battle between a friend, his stepdaughter and his niece looms to determine which of the multiple wills is valid. Host: Fionnán Sheahan | Guest…

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The Football Pod: gaa therapy, new trends, boot deals, the torture of injuries, club powerhouses 50:03

1M ago50:03

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Welcome back to The Football Pod - Paddy, James and Tommy are talking shop; from GAA boot deals, retiring stars tortured by injuries, to the new trends emerging amongst the first club campaign under the new rules...hope you enjoy, we'll be back over the next two Mondays, breaking down the AIB All-Ireland provincial club finals. Chapters (01:00) - P…

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Second time lucky - could Gerry 'The Monk’ Hutch win a seat in the Dáil? 24:10

1M ago24:10

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Could the resignation of Paschal Donohoe as finance minister last week have more long-term implications for the Irish Government than just a cabinet reshuffle? As Donohue departs for the World Bank, will his absence clear the way for Gerry Hutch to pull off the ultimate political heist? Host: Tabitha Monahan | Guests: Ali Bracken and Mary Regan See…

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‘Hello divorce, bye bye Daddy’: The day Ireland legalised divorce, by just 9,000 Votes 25:53

1M ago25:53

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In November 1995, Ireland changed forever, but only just. By a margin of 0.6%, the Irish public voted to legalise divorce, ending a constitutional ban that had stood since 1937. Some still say a wet day in the west and a dry day in Dublin made all the difference. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Indo Politics: Pas-conomics, succession, mood killers and emotional support peacocks 32:15

1M ago32:15

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Welcome to your weekly dish of Indo Politics from The Indo Daily. On this episode, can anyone fill Paschal Donohoe’s shoes, Ivan Yates pleads his case and what do emotional-support peacocks have to do with it all? We want to earn your trust and are members of the Trust Project. See our ethics policies at independent.ie/ourjournalism Host: Tabitha M…