Best Showjumping Podcasts (2026)

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Episode 1332: Groomed (Part 9) - Legacy of a Showjumper 27:09

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Jonathan Creswell's suicide denied Katie Simpson's loved ones the opportunity for a murder trial. Despite Creswell’s death, the subsequent sentencing of three co-conspirators—Jill Robinson, Hayley Robb, and Rose De Montmorency-Wright—for charges related to the cover-up allowed the judge to confirm that Creswell was a "skilled and predatory abuser" …

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Episode 1331: Groomed (Part 8) - The Net Tightens 30:37

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Detective Sergeant James Brannigan's new investigation team finally made progress by assembling expert evidence contradicting Jonathan Creswell's story, culminating in Brannigan's team arresting Creswell, and charging him with Katie's murder. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Episode 1330: Groomed (Part 7) - All The Signs Were There 32:58

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After delays and months of inaction by the PSNI, Detective Sergeant James Brannigan finally begins the investigation into Katie Simpson's death, and starts to uncover Jonathan Creswell's lies about Katie's supposed suicide attempt. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 1329: Groomed (Part 6) - Mountains of Mistakes 28:45

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After the tragic death of Katie Simpson, Detective Sergeant James Brannigan made aware of the case by journalist Tanya Fowles. Brannigan initiates an investigation into Katie Simpson's death after recognising the failure of the PSNI to flag Jonathan Creswell's prior domestic abuse conviction, or to look into his version of events on the night of Ka…

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Episode 10 - Hoof Wall Cracks 16:27

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Hoof wall cracks are one of the most commonly encountered yet frequently misunderstood conditions in equine hoof care. In this episode of The Hoofcare Companion, Marc Jerram takes an in-depth look at hoof wall cracks, breaking down the different types, why they occur, how they affect soundness, and how farriers and veterinarians can work together t…

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Episode 1328: Groomed (Part 5) - Nightmares and Dreams 29:34

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Katie Simpson, a talented and fearless young horsewoman is pulled into Jonathan Creswell’s orbit as a young child, suffering repeated physical and mental abuse at the hands of her sister's partner. By the time she turns 21, she is fighting to retain her independence. Her refusal to be cowed by Creswell's cruelty spurs his anger and control to new l…

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Episode 1327: Groomed (Part 4) - Building the Cult 34:26

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After a prison sentence for domestic abuse, Jonathan Creswell continues to establish a 'cult-like' unit of women around himself, using them for domestic, equestrian, and financial support while maintaining a public facade of charm for wealthy parents. The episode climaxes with Creswell moving his group, including pregnant Christina Simpson and youn…

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Episode 1326: Groomed (Part 3) - Golden Haired Boy 32:09

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Episode three of Groomed examines origins of Jonathan Creswell, and the young woman who would become one of his primary victims: Christina Simpson. Creswell, the lovechild of a wealthy farmer and a teenager, was a "golden child" in the equestrian world, who began a relationship with 15-year-old Christina after joining Darton Ree Stables, pulling he…

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Christmas Special - How to shoe a racehorse 15:15

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In this Christmas Special of The Hoofcare Companion, host Marc Jerram reflects on the demands of elite racehorse farriery while thanking listeners for their incredible support throughout 2025. This episode takes a deep dive into the specialised art and science of shoeing the Thoroughbred racehorse — an athlete operating at the absolute limits of bi…

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Episode 1325: Groomed (Part 2) - Close to Murder 36:55

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In this episode, we look at Jonathan Creswell's history of extreme coercive control and physical abuse through the experience of his ex-partner, world-class show-jumper Abigail Lyle, who bravely spoke out about how he regularly beat and strangled her, and threatened her life, leading to his eventual, though short, prison sentence. Hosted on Acast. …

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The EquiRatings Christmas Special That Was Meant To Be A Quiz 45:17

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It's the final sign-off for the EquiRatings team in 2025… sort of. Because while most of the crew are mentally halfway to mince pies and mulled wine, the jumping world is still rolling on and some of us are very much still on duty. So what do we do with the whole team on one call at Christmas? Naturally: a very serious quiz (with questionable rules…

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Episode 1324: Groomed (Part 1) - The Pied Piper of Tynan 21:02

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Groomed is the disturbing story of Katie Simpson, a talented young horsewoman who tragically died after being beaten and strangled by her sister's partner, Jonathan Creswell. In this episode, we see how Creswell, an ambitious and cocky jockey and horse-trainer, had established a pattern of emotionally abusive and controlling relationships with wome…

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Episode 1323: Crime World's top stories in 2025 (Part 2) 19:49

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It's been another record year for Crime World with more than 36 million listens so far in 2025. Niall speaks to Eimear Rabbitt about more of the stories that caught our listeners attention this year and why there is a different audience on YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Episode 1322: Crime World's top stories in 2025 (Part 1) 25:00

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It has been another record year for Crime World with more than 36 million listened in 2025 so far. In part one Niall talks to Crime World's Eimear Rabbitt about the stories that caught our listeners' attention this year and how there is a different listenership on YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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RED MILLS Special: Who Wins in London? 35:54

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It's Friday night, it's festive, and the show jumping doesn't stop. Charlotte Smet is joined by Sam Watson to preview the London World Cup Qualifier weekend: the post-Geneva "calm down" that still comes with serious five-star pressure, valuable World Cup points, and the kind of home-crowd magic that makes London feel like Christmas. Sponsors: Conno…

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Episode 1321: Becoming 'The Monk': Rex Ryan on playing Gerry Hutch on stage (Part 2) 32:21

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Rex Ryan used to have a bit of banter with Gerry Hutch outside the local shop when he was just a kid growing up in Clontarf. Now more than two decades later, the actor/director is playing the alleged crime boss in his one man show, The Monk. Niall speaks to Rex about talking to Gerry Hutch in prison, the controversy over the play and the public's f…

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Episode 1320: Becoming 'The Monk': Rex Ryan on playing Gerry Hutch on stage (Part 1) 30:28

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Rex Ryan used to have a bit of banter with Gerry Hutch outside the local shop when he was just a kid growing up in Clontarf. Now more than two decades later, the actor/director is playing the alleged crime boss in his one man show, The Monk. Niall speaks to Rex about talking to Gerry Hutch in prison, the controversy over the play and the public's f…

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Episode 1319: Buying black market Ozempic on the streets of Dublin 16:46

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They are the so-called miracle weight loss drugs that taken the celebrity world by storm. But it is not just celebs who love Ozempic - Irish black market dealers have spotted a gap in the market and are making a killing selling the drugs. Niall speaks to Crime World's Denise Smith about just how easy it was to buy the controlled medication on the s…

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Rachel Proudley, young rider European SJ champion and Puissance specialist 17:37

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On our 172nd episode of The Horse & Hound Podcast, Horse & Hound’s showjumping editor Jennifer Donald chats to young British showjumping talent and current young rider European champion Rachel Proudley. They talk about how Rachel got started in the sport, the influence that working with HK Horses has had on her career, what it feels like riding dow…

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Episode 1318: Survivor abused by her cousin says increased sentence is still 'unbelievably lenient' 48:09

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A survivor who suffered years of sexual attacks from her cousin has welcomed the increase in his sentence but says it is still 'unbelievably lenient'. Sophie Brady was just seven years old when her cousin, David Hamilton, started sexually abusing her on an almost daily basis. Niall talks to Sophie who describes the horrific abuse she suffered and h…

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Episode 1317: How a Connemara builder cruelly ripped off an 86-year-old pensioner for €106k 14:52

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A developer who built Síle Seoige’s dream home in Spiddal has been jailed for stealing €106,000 from an 86-year-old client. Seamus Murphy was led away in handcuffs to a prison van after a judge found he’s acted out of “pure dishonesty and utter greed” by ripping off a trusting pensioner. Niall speaks to Crime World's Patrick O'Connell about the cru…

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Episode 1316: Ireland's most dangerous prisoner Leon Wright jailed again over terrifying crime spree 22:49

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Ireland's most dangerous prisoner has been handed another prison sentence for a for terrifying crime spree that ended in a standoff with armed gardaí. Leon Wright is being housed in a special violence reduction wing in Wheatfield Prison after attacking and threatening staff and other inmates during his long stay behind bars. Niall speaks to Crime W…

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Episode 1315: Dad of tragic arson victim Tadhg Farrell becomes fifth person arrested over Midlands Prison row 20:03

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The father of tragic Tadhg Farrell has been arrested over a prison row which happened hours before the fatal arson attack in Edenderry. Aaron Holt is being questioned by gardai over a jail attack on a suspect whose associates are linked to horror firebombing. Niall speaks to Crime World's Ken Foy about the investigation into the deaths of Tadhg and…

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Episode 1314: Gardai step up patrols in Rathkeale as feud tension mount in the town 17:47

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Gardaí have stepped up patrols in Rathkeale over fears of an outbreak of feud violence in the town over Christmas. A series of raids were carried out in recent weeks as gardaí target feuding crime gangs based in the Co Limerick town. Niall speaks to Eamon Dillon about the history of tensions in Rathkeale over Christmas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.c…

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Episode 1313: Gangland rapist Thomas O'Neill released from jail sparking fears of feud violence 21:04

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Heroin-dealing rapist Thomas O'Neill has been released from prison, heightening fears of an outbreak of feud violence in Limerick. O'Neill - who is married to April Collins, who gave evidence in court against the notorious Dundon brothers - was let out of Cork Prison over the weekend. Niall speaks to Eamon Dillon about how O'Neill was jailed for on…

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Episode 1312: How a gangster has become the first UVF-linked criminal to be caught in the Encrochat sting 12:44

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A 'money man' has become the first criminal linked to East Belfast UVF to be convicted as part of the EncroChat phone hack drug busts . Wayne Jones admitted three counts of transferring criminal property – namely cash – which he knew had been obtained through dealing drug dealing last month. Niall talks to Crime World's Steven Moore about how Jones…

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Episode 8 - Hoof Pastern Axis 17:46

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In this episode of The Hoofcare Companion, we take a look into one of the most fundamental yet often misunderstood concepts in farriery and hoof care: the hoof pastern axis. Using anatomy, biomechanics, and real world farriery principles, this episode explains what a normal hoof pastern axis looks like, why it matters for soundness and performance,…

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Episode 1311: Gerry Hutch faces Spanish trial, Cork ‘Narco Boat’ crew jailed and homicide probe launched in Daniel Aruebose case 33:41

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Gerry Hutch’s money laundering case edges closer in Spain, how a narco boat crew were caught in Cork, and the tragic case of Daniel Aruebose is upgraded to homicide. Niall speaks to Eimear Rabbitt about the high-profile crime stories of the week and how criminals are risking everything for designer goods. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for …

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RED MILLS Special: Who Wins in Geneva? 52:35

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It's December 12 and the countdown to Christmas is on… but first, it's Geneva. Charlotte and Diarm sit down (with thanks to Connellly's Red Mills) to preview one of the strongest-field weeks of the entire season at CHI Geneva: the IJRC Rolex Top Ten Final (Friday night) and the Rolex Grand Prix of Geneva (Sunday)—a key leg of the Rolex Grand Slam o…

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Episode 1310: Brother of rapist Philip Murphy speaks out after he is jailed for 15 years 54:03

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Rapist Philip Murphy's half brother has described the moment he looked his abuser in the eye as he read out his victim impact in court. Philip Murphy was sentenced to 15 years in prison on Monday for sex attacks on three people including his half brother Thomas. Niall speaks to Thomas about his long battle for justice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.co…

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Episode 1309: Gang suspected of fatal firebombing in Offaly linked to two other murders 15:17

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The gang suspected of ordering the arson attack which killed four-year-old boy and his great aunt have been linked to at least two other murders. Gardaí released CCTV footage of the ‘murderous’ firebombing in Co Offaly yesterday that lead to the deaths of Tadgh Farrell and Mary Holt. Niall speaks to Eimear Rabbitt about how an organised crime gang …

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Episode 1308: Killer Brian Meehan refuses to apologise for Veronica Guerin's murder 26:48

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Brian Meehan has turned down the chance to apologise for Veronica Guerin's murder when confronted in Dublin last week. Meehan - nicknamed The Tosser - is the only man ever convicted in connection with the brutal murder of the brave crime reporter. Niall speaks to Crime World's Patrick O'Connell about how Meeehan would not say sorry when they came f…

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Episode 1307: How gardaí finally nailed gangster pal of crime boss 'Dublin Jimmy' 20:50

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A criminal with links to gang boss 'Dublin Jimmy' has spent the weekend in jail after a tense trial in Co Sligo. Noel Muldoon, who was previously the victim of a punishment shooting, was convicted of offences related to theft of tractors and machinery. Niall speaks to Crime World's Ken Foy about Muldoon and his pal Dublin Jimmy's crimes along the b…

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Episode 1306: How 'callous' Ruth Lawrence laughed about committing a double murder 22:48

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The families of Ruth Lawrence's two victims have hit out at the tattoo artist killer for laughing about their murder. Anthony Keegan and Eoin O’Connor's relatives spoke out after Lawrence was handed two life sentences in court this week. Niall talks to Crime World’s Eamon Dillon about Lawrence's cold hearted attitude to murder. Hosted on Acast. See…

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Episode 1305: Midlands Prison searched after young boy and great aunt killed in arson attack 10:48

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Gardai have carried out searches in the Midlands Prison as part of the investigation into the double arson murder in Co Offaly. Four-year-old Tadgh Farrell and his grand aunt Mary Holt were killed after their home was firebombed on Saturday night. Niall talks to Eimear Rabbitt about how gardai are investigating if a prison row lead to the attack. H…

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Episode 1304: Conor McGregor fails in Supreme Court bid just hours after a separate US case was dropped 11:58

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Two civil cases accusing Conor McGregor of sex attacks have both dramatically come to an end after long-running legal battles. The Irish Supreme Court has decided not to grant McGregor a further appeal against the outcome of the Nikita Hand civil rape case. The court's decision came just hours after an American woman formally dropped her case again…

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Episode 1303: Four men in Hennessy torture trial dramatically change pleas to guilty 23:32

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The four men charged in the Hennessy torture trial have dramatically changed their pleas and admitted assault causing harm. Jason Hennessy, his brother Devon, as well as Kenneth and Dean Fitzsimons were accused of being involved in a savage attack where a man had the word ‘rat’ branded on his face and body. Niall speaks to Eamon Dillon about why th…

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Episode 1302: The ex-con dissident republican who now wants immigrants out of Ireland 21:26

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A dissident republican with firearms convictions has become a key figure in the campaign against immigration. Nathan Hastings, who served a 10-year sentence for weapons offences, was once allied to left-wing political groups. Crime World's Alan Sherry tells Niall about how he is now one of a number of ex-republicans involved in anti-immigration gro…

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Episode 1301: Dramatic scenes at the Hennessy torture trial, a sextortionist back in trouble and Nathan McDonnell's tax bill 33:41

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An alleged victim who has refused to give evidence at the Hennessy torture trial, a notorious female sextortionist was arrested again and crystal meth businessman Nathan McDonnell is targeted by Revenue. Niall speaks to Crime World's Eimear Rabbitt about the crime stories of the week that got our readers talking. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priv…

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Episode 1300: How slain gangster's brother helped dispose of Keane Mulready-Woods' body parts 23:51

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The brother of feud victim Richie Carberry has become the fifth man convicted over the death of Keane Mulready-Woods. Drug dealer Stephen Carberry plead guilty to helping dispose of the teenager's dismembered body parts. Niall speaks to Eamon Dillon about how Carberry became became involved in the plot months after his brother was killed. Hosted on…

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A 10-Minute Riding Plan to Keep You Riding When Life Gets Busy 13:10

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Life doesn't always leave space for long, luxurious rides, but that doesn't mean your riding has to slide backwards. In this episode, Lorna shares a simple, intentional 10-minute riding plan that keeps you connected, consistent, and moving forward with your horse… Even when everything else feels chaotic. If you've ever found yourself thinking, "I d…

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Episode 1299: UVF chief 'Winkie' Irvine turns to yoga in jail after sentence doubled 13:05

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Ex-UVF commander Winston 'Winkie' Irvine has taken up yoga behind bars as he looks to cope with having his sentence for firearms offences doubled. Irvine once lived the high life, rubbing shoulders with British and Irish ministers while he negotiated on behalf of loyalists groups. Niall speaks to Belfast Telegraph crime correspondent Alison Morris …

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Episode 1298: Islamic terror radicalisation - Gardaí making ‘early interventions’ as young people at risk 18:50

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A senior garda has revealed how they made 10 ‘early interventions’ recently to confront young people at risk of Islamic terror radicalisation. Detective Chief Superintendent Brian Woods, who heads up the Garda Special Detective Unit, made the comments as he described how the policing of terrorism has changed in Ireland. Niall speaks to Crime World’…

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Episode 1297: Barbie Kardashian contacted by gardaí over prison governor threats 14:58

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Barbie Kardashian has revealed she has been contacted by gardai investigating threats issued to a prison governor. Barbie carried out a series of bizarre and sinister interviews after she was recently released from Limerick Prison. Niall speaks to Crime World’s Patrick O’Connell about how Barbie’s inflammatory comments could now come back to haunt …

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Episode 1296: Wife killer Colin Whelan moved to open prison 20:03

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A notorious wife killer who murdered his wife so he could collect her life insurance policy has been moved to an open prison. Colin Whelan strangled his wife to death just months after their wedding day before pretending she had fallen down the stairs. Niall speaks to Eamon Dillon about what Whelan can expect in Loughan House Open Prison. Hosted on…

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Episode 7 - Angular limb deformities in foals 14:36

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In this episode, we explore Angular Limb Deformities (ALDs) in foals—one of the most important developmental challenges faced by breeders, farriers, and equine veterinarians. These early-life limb deviations can influence a horse’s long-term soundness, athletic potential, and overall welfare. This conversation unpacks what ALDs are, how they develo…

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Episode 1295: Hennessy ‘torture’ trial delayed as witness fails to appear for third time 11:48

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The trial of four men accused of torturing a man who had the word 'rat' branded on his skin has been delayed after the alleged victim failed to appear in court. Barry Moore, who is described as the principal witness in the case, failed to show up again in the Special Criminal Court, meaning the trial has now been delayed until the new year. Niall t…

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Episode 1294: Rolex watches, Gucci baby clothes and seized criminal bling at CAB’s Black Friday auction 19:39

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It's become a Christmas time regular as the Criminal Assets Bureau hold their annual auction to sell off the luxury items they've seized from criminals. Rolex and Cartier watches, Balenciaga runners as well as sunglasses and handbags all went under the hammer on Monday. Niall speaks to Crime World's Eamon Dillon about what was sold and who it had b…