Best Pascal D Podcasts (2025)

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

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

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

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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

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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

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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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The Nail in the Tree: Sandy Hook School Shooting, Violence, Childhood, Poetry / Carol Ann Davis 58:38

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Poet and essayist Carol Ann Davis (Fairfield University) joins Evan Rosa for a searching conversation on violence, childhood, and the moral discipline of attention in the aftermath of Sandy Hook. Reflecting on trauma, parenting, childhood, poetry, and faith, Davis resists tidy narratives and invites listeners to dwell with grief, healing, beauty, a…

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

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

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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

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

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

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

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

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

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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

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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

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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

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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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How to Read Blaise Pascal: Grace, Modern Longing, and Wagering with Fire / Graham Tomlin 55:07

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“Our longings are much more powerful than our logic, and our desires are stronger than our reason.” (Graham Tomlin on the thought of Blaise Pascal) The Rt. Rev. Dr. Graham Tomlin (St. Mellitus College, the Centre for Cultural Witness) joins Evan Rosa for a sweeping exploration of Blaise Pascal—the 17th-century mathematician, scientist, philosopher,…

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

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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

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

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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

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

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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

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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

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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

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

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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

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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

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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…

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Enoch Burke jailed again: Who is funding his crusade? 24:21

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Enoch Burke and his family have been a recurring fixture in Irish media for the past three years. What began as a workplace dispute over his objection to transgenderism, has spiralled into a protracted and costly legal saga, one that has already seen him spend more than 500 days in jail for contempt of court. Now, he is set to return to Mountjoy on…

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Extra: Can Ireland beat Czechia in the World Cup play-off…and how can you get a ticket? 13:27

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The Republic of Ireland football team have surpassed all expectations and made it to the World Cup play-offs, but what are our chances of beating Czechia and getting to the World Cup finals? And how can you get a ticket to next March’s game? We want to earn your trust and are members of the Trust Project. See our ethics policies at independent.ie/o…

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The Epstein files are coming: What will we see and will they damage Donald Trump? 22:19

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The vote has taken place and the Epstein files will now be made public. After months of delay, political pressure and partisan division, Congress has backed the release of thousands of pages of material gathered during federal investigations into Jeffrey Epstein. What exactly will be unsealed in the coming weeks? How extensive is the material gathe…

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Creaturely Loneliness: Desire, Grief, and the Hope of Encounter / Macie Bridge & Ryan McAnnally-Linz (SOLO Part 6) 29:19

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Loneliness seems to be part of what it means to be a relational being. Does that mean loneliness can never really be “solved”? Here’s one way to think about loneliness: As a gap between relational expectation and social reality—something that signals our essentially relational, reciprocal nature as human beings. This episode is part 6 of a series, …

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Pascal Donohoe’s exit: Who wins, who loses and who panics as the Fine Gael reshuffle begins? 25:36

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Paschal Donohoe is gone and Fine Gael now faces its most precarious reshuffle in years. With a by-election looming and Sinn Féin circling, we ask: who takes control and who loses everything? We want to earn your trust and are members of the Trust Project. See our ethics policies at independent.ie/ourjournalism Host: Fionnán Sheahan Guest: Kevin Doy…

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Ep 2| ‘‘Am I going f***king mad?’’ - Inside the collapse of Olympian Gary O’Donovan’s relationship with Irish rowing 38:43

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How did one of Ireland’s most recognisable Olympians end up feeling shut out of the system he helped elevate? In part two of Troubled Waters - an Indo Daily special, we follow Gary O’Donovan’s effort to return to the High Performance programme, and the confusion, clashes and emotional strain that marked his final years in Irish rowing. Sunday Indep…

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Ep 1| ‘They’re messing with his head’- Paul Kimmage’s journey inside the toxic world of Irish rowing’s High Performance Unit 40:25

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In part one of our special investigation, we examine the concerns raised about the culture inside Irish rowing’s High Performance Unit. Sunday Independent Journalist Paul Kimmage explains how early warnings and internal tensions first came to light. Irish rowing has delivered some of the country’s greatest sporting moments. But behind the medals an…

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Indo Politics: A housing plan, Fianna Fáil’s ‘perma-crisis’, party rebels’ ‘clusterbleep’ and CMAT 26:03

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Welcome to your weekly dish of Indo Politics from The Indo Daily. On this episode, a government housing policy with no annual targets, Fianna Fáil’s presidential “perma-crisis”, the Taoiseach’s rebels and their “clusterbleep”, what to expect from President Catherine Connolly and finally, CMAT. We want to earn your trust and are members of the Tru…

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BBC’s week from hell: Is RTÉ’s Kevin Bakhurst the man to fix it? 24:09

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One billion dollars. It’s not a line from Dr Evil in an Austin Powers movie, but the jaw-dropping sum US president Donald Trump is threatening to sue the BBC for in an unprecedented lawsuit. In a week from hell for the BBC, director general Tim Davie and BBC News CEO Deborah Turness have resigned, leaving the corporation reeling and rudderless. How…

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Marianne Smyth will never stop scamming’ - Con-hunter opens up about being tricked by 'Queen of Con' 39:28

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Jonathan Walton describes himself as a ‘con-hunter’ but that’s not what he set out to be. The tv producer turned vigilante after he was scammed by con artist Marianne Smyth, the so-called ‘Queen of Con’. But Walton was not her first victim. His lengthy investigations revealed she had scammed scores of people since childhood. See omnystudio.com/list…

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Extra: Ruth Lawrence guilty - A decade of secrets, murder and pursuit 26:50

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A chilling Irish true-crime story that spans 10 years of deception, violence and pursuit. How did two men vanish and how was Ruth Lawrence finally brought to justice? Read more about why you can trust the Irish Independent at Independent.ie/ourjournalism Host: Tessa Fleming Guests: Eamon Dillon and Jamie Pyatt See omnystudio.com/listener for pr…

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Dying Alone: Terminal Loneliness, Modern Medicine, and Contemplative Solitude / Lydia Dugdale (SOLO Part 5) 47:31

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Living alone may be difficult, but what about dying alone? Physicians and nurses are the new priests accompanying people as they face death. But the experience of nursing homes, assisted living, and palliative wards are often some of the loneliest spaces in human culture. “He said, ‘Someone finally saw me. I’ve been in this hospital for 20 years an…

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Paul Williams on exposing Irish Gangland’s Jimmy Savile, and unknowingly training a Provo bomber 23:36

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From the IRA member he unknowingly trained, to the gangland figure he later exposed as a prolific sexual predator, Paul Williams has spent decades events that make headlines, and others that never see the light of day. On todays Indo Daily, the veteran crime correspondent brings us inside two of the most captivating and lesser known stories of his …

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Elon Musk: The Trillion-Dollar Man who might never see a cent 22:21

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He’s conquered cars, space and social media but Elon Musk’s next move could reshape everything. We go inside the mega billionaire’s mind, his new project “Grokipedia”, and what it means for the rest of us. Read more about why you can trust the Irish Independent at Independent.ie/ourjournalism Host: Fionnán Sheahan Guests: Sönke Iwersen and Ad…

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Castro, Connolly and controversies: President Michael D Higgins's legacy examined 28:48

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From Fidel Castro’s funeral to fiery speeches on inequality, we chart the standout moments from President Michael D Higgins’s time in the Áras. And what happens now as Catherine Connolly prepares to take residency? Read more about why you can Trust the Irish Independent at Independent.ie/ourjournalism Host: Tabitha Monahan Guests: Kevin Doyle a…

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‘Just Between Us’ with Jennifer Zamparelli: From jealousy to joy – what really happens at an Irish swingers’ party 31:50

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Behind closed doors, Ireland’s swingers’ scene is bigger, and bolder than you might think. Jennifer Zamparelli meets Graham, a proud member of the community, who lifts the lid on what really happens at a swingers’ party, how jealousy can turn into joy, and why “ethical non-monogamy” isn’t just about sex. Today’s Indo Daily comes from the new Irish …

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Art, Wellness & Miami Vibes | Nico’s Protect Your Peace at Wyn 317 Gallery 38:02

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Nico’s creations highlight the idea that peace is a form of power. Based in Miami, the artist channels spirituality and mindfulness through her first solo exhibition, PYP, "Protect Your Peace" at WYN 317 Gallery. In this exhibition, Nico introduces Spirit Guides — symbolic figures that foster reflection, balance, and inner strength. Instagram Nico'…

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Trump’s ‘worst nightmare’: Is Zohran Mamdani a threat to the MAGA movement? 23:55

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Turn The Volume Up. The defiant battle cry of Zohran Mamdani; mayor-elect of New York City and self-described “worst nightmare” of Donald Trump. His victory was decisive, and his subsequent proclamations as radical as the platform he ran on. So, how will Donald Trump respond to his fiery new challenger? And does his rise signal a cutting-edge shift…

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Ivan Yates: From Blueshirt to black mark - the PR storm rocking Leinster House 28:17

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Ivan Yates, once the golden boy of Fine Gael, now finds himself in the eye of a media storm. Has his failure to declare political work put him, and the Coalition, in an awkward position? Read more about why you can Trust the Irish Independent at Independent.ie/ourjournalism Host: Kevin Doyle Guest: Fionnán Sheahan See omnystudio.com/listener fo…

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Women Alone with God: Extraordinary Lives of Medieval Women / Hetta Howes (SOLO Part 4) 50:19

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What is the role of solitude in Christian history? Medievalist Hetta Howes comments on the allure of enclosure, how seeking solitude supports community, and what these ancient lives reveal about our modern search for connection. “Even those moments of solitude that she’s carving for herself are surprisingly sociable.” This episode is part 1 of a 5-…