Episodes

  • Justice Minister Jim O'Callaghan on migration and Bertie Ahern's controversial comments

    Justice Minister Jim O'Callaghan on migration and Bertie Ahern's controversial comments
    May 14 2026
    In a wide-ranging interview Justice Minister Jim O'Callaghan speaks to Political Editor Mary Regan and Political Correspondent Cónal Thomas about migration, Bertie Ahern's controversial comments on migrants and the long wait to become Fianna Fáil leader.

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    46 mins
  • Who shot Liam Murray four times as he slept? New searches take place in 17-year-old murder case

    Who shot Liam Murray four times as he slept? New searches take place in 17-year-old murder case
    May 14 2026

    In March 2009, mechanic Liam ‘Blackie’ Murray was found dead in his bed, having been shot four times. Murray was keenly aware of threats on his life, yet his murder has left Gardaí puzzled for the past 17 years. This week, new searches took place in Dublin as investigators tried to finally crack the case.

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    Host: Kevin Doyle

    Guest: Ken Foy

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    17 mins
  • Gouging, biting and an ‘embarrassment’ on pub dynasty: The Chawke sibling assault case

    Gouging, biting and an ‘embarrassment’ on pub dynasty: The Chawke sibling assault case
    May 13 2026
    Within publican circles few names carry the same weight or shine as the Chawkes. Led by pub mogul and family patriarch Charlie, the family have amassed a catalogue of some of Ireland's biggest public houses. But now a late-night incident in a hotel bar involving two of his children has put the Chawke name into the headlines for all the wrong reasons. Host: Fionnán Sheahan, Guests: David Raleigh and John Mulligan

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    26 mins
  • 100 years of Fianna Fáil: The highs, the lows, the controversies

    100 years of Fianna Fáil: The highs, the lows, the controversies
    May 12 2026

    This week, Fianna Fáil turns the ripe old age of 100. But is the house that Éamon de Valera built in disarray? Irish Independent political correspondent John Downing reckons “they’re a very pale, poor shadow of what they were”. So, how did Dev shape the party in the first place? How did Seán Lemass modernise Ireland? Why did Charles Haughey command such loyalty? What made Bertie Ahern the “ultimate pragmatist”? And where does Micheál Martin stand among the leaders who have gone before him?


    Host: Fionnán Sheahan

    Guest: John Downing

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    28 mins
  • Rose of Tralee row: The US millionaire and a bittersweet battle for control

    Rose of Tralee row: The US millionaire and a bittersweet battle for control
    May 11 2026
    The Rose of Tralee can mean many things to many people – proud symbol of Irish culture, outdated "lovely girls" competition, or a bit of craic to throw on the TV once a year. For others, it can hold incredibly strong sentimental attachment. Such was the case for US businessman Dick Henggeler, who significantly invested in Kerry following the death of his daughter Dorothy, who competed in the 2011 festival. Henggeler would later find himself involved in a bitter legal battle that has now left a sour taste. Host: Fionnán Sheahan Guest: Shane Phelan

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    21 mins
  • Deepfake porn is exploding online - can Europe stop it?

    Deepfake porn is exploding online - can Europe stop it?
    May 10 2026

    Deepfake pornography is emerging as one of the most urgent challenges in the ever-evolving environment of artificial intelligence.

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    Now, the European Union’s landmark AI Act aims to tackle harmful AI-generated content.

    But, as ever, there are wider tensions around regulating the tech industry. Can this new initiative possibly stem the tide of highly problematic X-rated content?

    Host: Adrian Weckler

    Guest: Aoife White

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    This episode is brought to you by our sister podcast The Big Tech Show

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    28 mins
  • Indo Politics: Gerry Hutch blasted for ‘Donald Trump playbook’ on immigration comments

    Indo Politics: Gerry Hutch blasted for ‘Donald Trump playbook’ on immigration comments
    May 9 2026

    It has been strongly indicated that fuel supports will be a major factor in this year’s Budget, while we’ve recently learnt that Ireland’s electricity costs are way above the European average. Elsewhere, by-election buzz is building as polls mark the way, and Gerry Hutch stands accused of evoking Donald Trump as he finally outlines his policies.


    Host: Fionnán Sheahan

    Guest: Conál Thomas

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    34 mins
  • 'All Ana wanted was a friend': Eight years on from the disturbing killing of Ana Kriegel

    'All Ana wanted was a friend': Eight years on from the disturbing killing of Ana Kriegel
    May 8 2026
    The murder of 14‑year‑old Ana Kriegel remains one of the most disturbing crimes in Irish history. In May 2018, Ana was lured from her home by a local boy. Three days later, her body was found in a derelict house – naked and violently assaulted. Two boys, just 13 years old at the time of the killing, were the youngest in the State to be tried, and convicted, of murder. Eight years on, Irish Independent court reporter Eimear Cotter reflects on the horrific murder of Ana Kriegel and the public outrage that followed.

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    34 mins