Michael Stone is one of the most notorious gunmen of the Troubles. Known in loyalist circles as a gun for hire, he murdered 3 people at an IRA funeral in Milltown Cemetery, west Belfast. Following his release from prison in 2000, he carried out a foiled attack on Stormont which he claimed was ‘performance art’. How did he rise to become one of the …

Former show jumper Jonathan Creswell was standing trial for the murder and rape of showjumper Katie Simpson, but hours into the trial, the 36-year-old took his own life. In the wake of his death, there have been revelations, confessions and accusations that have left people wondering how many women suffered at his hands - and why so many people fel…

It’s that time again as the local and European elections draw near, but the list of candidates for the ballots has raised eyebrows. A self-styled ‘shock jock’, a former Eurovision Song Contest host and all sorts of anti-establishment headline-makers. Why are we seeing so many ‘celebs’ on the ballot paper this time around? Host: Fionnán Sheahan. Gue…

Justice Minister Helen McEntee has been engaged in a row over migration with UK prime minister Rishi Sunak. Ireland’s worst diplomatic spat since the Brexit discussions has developed over an increased number of migrants entering the country from Northern Ireland. The source of the issue? The UK’s controversial Rwanda plan. Host: Ellen Coyne. Guests…

After the murder of Adrian Donohoe, the main suspect Aaron Brady boarded a one-way flight to America. He had no intention of ever returning to Ireland. His departure instigated an international police investigation that would span multiple years, resulting in a murder trial plagued with dirty tricks and witness intimidation. Host: Fionnán Sheehan. …

What goes in to catching a garda killer? In January 2013, Detectives Joe Ryan and Adrian Donohoe from Dundalk garda station were tasked with escorting credit union takings across Cooley Peninsula. The men were ambushed and Det Gda Donohoe was shot dead. What followed was the largest murder investigation in the history of the Irish state. Host: Fion…

An inquest in Tralee has finally answered a three-year long question - who was the man found dead on Slieve Mish Mountain in Kerry in 2020 and how was the FBI involved? This podcast was originally published on September 7th 2023. Host: Kevin Doyle Guests: Sinéad Kelleher & Jerry O’Sullivan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

Sixteen-year-old Aoife Johnston “most likely” would have survived if there hadn’t been a 15-hour delay in her treatment at University Hospital Limerick (UHL). Limerick coroner John McNamara recorded a verdict of death by medical misadventure in the case of the tragic Co Clare teen. We ask: why wasn't her life saved? Host: Kevin Doyle Guest: Ralph R…

At the height of his fame, Pete Doherty personified rock'n'roll excess. Though he wished to be taken seriously as an artist, it was the many personal controversies of the Libertines frontman that provoked public scrutiny. From his relationship with Kate Moss, to his descent into drug addiction, to his link to a tragic death that still poses unanswe…

Nicknamed ‘King Scum’, Tony Felloni was one of the most prolific drug dealers in Ireland in the 1980s and ’90s. He had no shame about his criminal activities, even using his children to package and test his drugs on. We look at Felloni’s life of crime and how he died a lonely death. Host: Kevin Doyle, Guest: Paul Williams See omnystudio.com/listene…

Ex-DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson appeared in court on Wednesday morning, charged with rape and a number of other historical sex offences. Donaldson’s wife Eleanor was also present to face charges in relation to the same police investigation. We examine the 11 charges against Jeffrey Donaldson, and the decision to relax his bail conditions. Host: Cia…

Justin Barrett has long been a controversial far-right figure on the fringes of Irish politics, with strong views against abortion and immigration. His stance on migration and the launch of his self-described movement this week comes at a time when protests on immigration are taking place on Irish streets. While the topic is something that has beco…

Just in time for St Patrick's Day, it's our discussion of Netflix's latest crime against the rom-com genre, IRISH WISH! The intro music is by Richter FM, Paddy's alias for making lofi music. Find him on Spotify, YouTube, TikTok and more: http://richterfm.carrd.co You can find us on Twitter @BigBoysDontPod and you can email us at bigboysdontcrypodca…

As the political situation in the Middle East hangs on a knife edge, world leaders are trying to second guess the next move of Israel’s longest-serving prime minister. Scandal and controversy have dogged Benjamin Netanyahu’s political career, yet still he clings to power. We go behind the headlines to examine the man at the centre of global politic…

Galwayman Michael O’Loughlin was arrested in Co Down in 2020 as part of a Europe-wide crackdown on organised crime. He was one of the first criminals arrested in the Encrochat hacking scandal. But why is the career criminal now pleading guilty to the charges against him? Host: Fionnán Sheahan, Guest: Allison Morris Indo Daily: Head to www.mypodcast…

50 years ago, Mountjoy Prison played host to one of the most dramatic escapes in history. It was a Halloween horror show for the onlooking guards as prominent Provisional IRA figures took to the sky. Host: Kevin Doyle. Guest: Liam Collins. Indo Daily: Head to www.mypodcastfeedback.com, pop in code INDO and fill out the short survey to be in with th…

A verdict of unlawful killing has been reached for all 48 victims of the Stardust fire of 1981 – one of the biggest disasters in Irish history. A fire broke out at the popular Dublin nightclub as people were celebrating Valentine’s Day. Now, more than 43 years later an inquest verdict has been reached. What next for the families and the former owne…

It’s a trial like no other, with a former US president at the centre. Donald Trump faces 34 felony counts of falsifying business records to cover up a hush-money payment to adult film star Stormy Daniels shortly before the 2016 election. Ms Daniels says she had a sexual encounter with Mr Trump about a decade beforehand. Trump faces a weighty jail t…

The London Metropolitan police will now reinvestigate the actions taken by officers in the lead-up to the decision to charge TV presenter Caroline Flack with domestic abuse, as “new witness evidence may be available”. Host: Ellen Coyne Guest: Enda Brady See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

As the death toll in Gaza reaches 35,000, there has been a dangerous spike in tensions across the Middle East. In a serious escalation of the crisis in the region, Iran made its first ever direct attack on Israeli soil on Saturday, sending hundreds of drones and missiles across the desert, the majority of which were intercepted by the Iron Dome sys…

She was a queen of Hollywood’s vintage ‘Golden Age’ who became a bona-fide princess. But how did Grace Kelly, the granddaughter of an Irish famine-era migrant, rise to become true international royalty? And why did she abandon her glittering movie career? Host: Fionnán Sheahan Guest: Sarah Caden See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

In November 2019, Prince Andrew sat down with BBC Newsnight for a bombshell interview that forever ruined his reputation. It is now the subject of a new Netflix movie. While presenter Emily Maitlis took centre stage, the woman behind the scenes who made it all happen was producer Sam McAlister. She tells The Indo Daily how it all unfolded. See omny…

To many, OJ Simpson had it all. Wealth, success and fame. In the 1980s and early 1990s he had the world at his feet. But as the public learned of the former NFL player’s death on Thursday evening, only one thing came to mind. The 1994 murder of Simpson’s ex-wife Nicole Brown Simpson and Ronald Goldman. The subsequent murder “trial of the century” b…

With 50 convictions to his name at the time of his death, Cyril 'Dublin Jimmy' McGuinness was the puppet master of one of the most sadistic and shocking crimes in Ireland’s recent history: The 2019 kidnapping and torture of businessman Kevin Lunney. McGuinness’ links to the underworld stretched far and wide, and he developed a reputation as a shrew…

It's been 23 years since Trevor Deely was last seen on route home from a Christmas party in Dublin. In the years since, few new leads have been uncovered despite dedicated efforts from Gardaí and the Deely family. Our "Unsolved" series looks back at the case and explores a fresh appeal from those closest to him. Host: Kevin Doyle | Guests: Mark Dee…

The Land Development Agency is turning vacant state land at Dundrum's Central Mental Hospital into a new housing development for over 850 houses, duplexes and apartments. Despite planning permission being granted, there is no construction taking place because “one single individual” is holding up the development, who happens to be a property develo…

On this episode we discuss a star turn from John Cena in the goofy comedy RICKY STANICKY! The intro music is by Richter FM, Paddy's alias for making lofi music. Find him on Spotify, YouTube, TikTok and more: http://richterfm.carrd.co You can find us on Twitter @BigBoysDontPod and you can email us at bigboysdontcrypodcast@gmail.com. If you enjoy our…

It’s official, Simon Harris has become the Taoiseach after a Dáil vote this afternoon. It was a busy day for the Fine Gael leader between speeches, a vote, a meeting with President Michael D Higgins and the creation of a new cabinet. On this extra episode of the Indo Daily, host Kevin Doyle is joined by political editor Philip Ryan to go through Ha…

It’s 40 years since ‘Baby John’ was found naked, shoved between rocks, with his tiny neck broken, on White Strand beach in Cahersiveen, Co Kerry. There were 28 separate knife wounds on his body, most of them shallow, hesitation wounds, in which the knife was pulled back at the last second. A local couple, who were arrested on suspicion of murder bu…

Nineteen years ago today, Emer O’Loughlin, a 23-year-old artist, died in a mobile home fire near Gort, Co Galway. Days after her death, John Griffin, the only suspect in the mysterious case, dissappeared, with gardaí believing he faked his own suicide. In 2010, Ms O'Loughlin's remains were exhumed during a cold case review — and tests confirmed she…

Are you overpaying for mobile, broadband or TV? Is it a bother to switch? And will your service suffer in quality if you change provider? Irish and Sunday Independent Technology Editor Adrian Weckler discusses how you can save on mobile, broadband and TV amid price hikes this month. Today’s episode of the Indo Daily comes from our sister podcast Th…

The career and legacy of Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs is in freefall, as the hip-hop megastar fights allegations of sex trafficking, sexual abuse and rape. Could this be the ultimate downfall for the rapper who wowed the Wall Street elite and befriended figures of fame and power across the globe during his career? Host: Tabitha Monahan, Guest: Terry Sheridan…

What started out as a mundane piece of legislation aiming to tackle hate speech in Scotland has become a lightning rod for debate. A Scottish law that came into force on Monday has received significant pushback from many, including Harry Potter author JK Rowling and British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak. Here, after a bruising defeat in last month's r…

It revolutionised how we travel the globe and brought air travel to the masses. However, Boeing - the world's largest aerospace company - is now trying to navigate a crisis. A number of high-profile accidents have led to major concerns about Boeing aircraft, and whether they are safe to fly on. Host: Tabitha Monihan Guest: Alex Macheras Head to www…

Nicknamed ‘Le Grêlé’, one of France’s most elusive serial killers appeared on a popular television game show during the 35-year police hunt for him. How did François Vérove, also known as “The Pockmarked Killer”, hide his murders from his fellow police officers for so long? Host: Kevin Doyle, Guest: Catherine Field Head to www.mypodcastfeedback.com…

This is the story of three long-lost siblings, all abandoned in mysterious circumstances in different Irish towns who unbelievably found their way back to each other many years later. But there could be a fourth ‘foundling’ and they need your help to find them. ­ Host: Kevin Doyle Guests: Catherine Fegan, Helen Ward & David McBride ­ Head to www.my…

Martin ‘Marlo’ Hyland's short-lived reign of terror showed just how unstable life can be at the top of the Irish underworld. Once again, the betrayal of a former friend created a new opportunity for those seeking power. ­ Eamon ‘The Don’ Dunne was a different calibre of gang boss to Marlo Hyland and PJ Judge. He was possibly more vicious and derang…

Sir Jeffrey Donaldson has resigned as DUP leader after being charged with historical sex offences. The Belfast Telegraph’s Northern Ireland editor Sam McBride explains the implications of this political earthquake to Ciarán Dunbar. Head to www.mypodcastfeedback.com, pop in code INDO and fill out the short survey to be in with the chance of winning …

With PJ Judge taken out, Martin ‘Marlo’ Hyland quickly established himself as the new face of gangland in Ireland. He planned on doing things differently, with a more considered approach to drug trafficking. ­ He drew in other criminals to work as a team. This was a tactic straight out of the Sicilian Mafia's playbook. The cash was rolling in, but …

Gangland, like the world of business or politics, is often based on a succession of personnel. This mini-series looks at three of Ireland’s original godfathers of crime, and how their interwoven stories of money, drugs and murder shaped organised crime in the State for years to come. Episode one looks at the terrifying actions of “The Psycho” PJ Ju…

On this episode we discuss an underrated dystopian sci-fi classic from the 90s, GATTACA! The intro music is by Richter FM, Paddy's alias for making lofi music. Find him on Spotify, YouTube, TikTok and more: http://richterfm.carrd.co You can find us on Twitter @BigBoysDontPod and you can email us at bigboysdontcrypodcast@gmail.com. If you enjoy our …

Having apparently dismissed warnings from US intelligence, Russia president Vladimir Putin now has difficult questions to answer after 137 people were killed in an IS-K attack on Moscow. Has the deadly incident weakened the recently re-elected president? Host: Tabitha Monahan. Guests: Jason Corcoran and Declan Power Head to www.mypodcastfeedback.co…

A group of forensic experts and investigators has called on the Garda Commissioner to facilitate a search of a Co Wicklow woodland site for the bodies of several missing women. The area is close to the former home of convicted rapist Larry Murphy, who is the chief suspect in the disappearances of some of the missing women. You can listen to more po…

“Carrie Jade Williams”, aka Samantha Cookes, made global headlines as a serial fraudster operating in Ireland for almost a decade. Having been on the run, she resurfaced as a live-in au pair in Kildare. Where is she now? If you want to hear more about the scams committed by Samantha Cookes, check out our other podcast about her escapades in Ireland…

Kate Middleton has been receiving treatment for cancer after undergoing “major abdominal surgery” earlier this year, a statement from the Princess of Wales has confirmed this evening. The Indo Daily speaks to TNT Presenter Enda Brady about the announcement. ­ If you're concerned about cancer contact the Irish Cancer Society Support Line on Freephon…

As Leo Varadkar resigned as Taoiseach, friends and colleagues gave him their best wishes. But it didn't take long for plotting and speculation to begin about who would replace Varadkar in the hot seat. Twenty-four hours on since the departure announcement, one clear favourite has formed as Simon Harris looks to become Ireland's 16th taoiseach. Host…

*A warning, today's episode contains details of domestic violence which listeners may find upsetting* Terrorist, garda killer and prolific wife beater, Pearse McAuley’s long litany of convictions have established him as one of Ireland’s most dangerous criminals for over 30 years. The Northern Irish para-military figure made the headlines in the ear…

Move over Marvel, there's a real superhero film to watch...2006's MY SUPER EX-GIRLFRIEND! The intro music is by Richter FM, Paddy's alias for making lofi music. Find him on Spotify, YouTube, TikTok and more: http://richterfm.carrd.co You can find us on Twitter @BigBoysDontPod and you can email us at bigboysdontcrypodcast@gmail.com. If you enjoy our…

­In an unexpected announcement, Leo Varadkar steps down as Taoiseach and Fine Gael leader. The Indo Daily speaks to Ireland Editor of the Irish Independent Fionnán Sheahan, to find out why the Taoiseach took this decision and ask the questions - who will succeed him and what next for the coalition government? Host: Tabitha Monahan Guest: Fionnán Sh…

With serious opponents either liquidated or locked up, Russian president Vladimir Putin has secured another landslide “election” victory. But does his victory sound the alarm for a war in Europe? Host: Tabitha Monahan Guest: Jason Corcoran Head to www.mypodcastfeedback.com, pop in code INDO and fill out the short survey to be in with the chance of …