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Shattered Lives

Reach Ireland Podcasts

Tragedy, Murder, and Justice We speak to victims of crime, some solved, some unsolved and some unresolved, and how their lives are forever changed and their continued search for justice.

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48:34

Donald Trump's trips and trials - the view from New York

Shattered Lives ·

2023/04/27

Michael O'Toole talks to Laura Colgan and Ciaran Bradley from our Irish American sister newspaper about the trials and trips of Donald Trump. Mr Trump plans to visit Ireland shortly, and has been subject to a criminal investigation into alleged hush money payments made to the adult actress Stormy Daniels. Laura and Ciaran give their thoughts live from the ground in New York City, to bring us up to speed with what has happened, why it is important and what will likely happen from here. Shattered

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62:02

The exclusive story of the GSOC officer at Gerry...

Shattered Lives ·

2023/04/24

Michael O'Toole speaks to Paul Healy about his blockbuster story about the GSOC officer allegedly at a Gerry Hutch homecoming party, and we look at the fallout from the trial. A GSOC officer allegedly attended the party just hours after Mr Hutch was found not guilty of the murder of David Byrne at the Regency Hotel in February 2016. The lads also discuss the winners and losers from the trial that captivated Ireland and beyond. Shattered Lives is produced for Reach Ireland by Ciaran Bradley. Learn

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51:59

Gerry Hutch - Regency trial: Your questions answered...

Shattered Lives ·

2023/04/22

On today’s episode, we look at more of your questions in relation to the Gerry Hutch verdict and the Regency trial. The trial had a seismic impact on the Irish legal system, and we look at the likely ramifications. Ciaran Bradley speaks to Mick O'Toole and Paul Healy about its impact. We also look at the future of Jonathan Dowdall, what the case has done for the Special Criminal Court’s reputation, and much more. If you like what you’ve heard today, subscribe to Shattered Lives wherever you get

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45:13

Gerry Hutch - Regency trial: Your questions answered...

Shattered Lives ·

2023/04/21

After one of the most dramatic weeks in Irish legal history, we have been left with almost as many questions as answers. Gerry Hutch was found not guilty at the Special Criminal Court of the murder of David Byrne in 2016. The Regency murder trial and the consideration of the cases of those alleged to have been involved, has taken nearly six months. Today, Paul Healy and Michael O’Toole take your questions, and try to shed some light on what happened, why it did so and what comes next. Today’s

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46:55

Gerry Hutch - a free man: The aftermath of the...

Shattered Lives ·

2023/04/19

Gerry Hutch is enjoying his first few days as a free man after he was found not guilty of the murder of David Byrne. Paul Healy and Michael O'Toole discuss the aftermath of the Special Criminal Court trial into the murder of David Byrne, and their stories of covering the last few days as crime journalists. Subscribe to Shattered Lives where you get your podcasts for regular episodes. Shattered Lives is produced for Reach Ireland by Ciaran Bradley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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39:48

Gerry Hutch: Not guilty

Shattered Lives ·

2023/04/17

Gerry Hutch: not guilty. In one of the most dramatic days in Irish legal history, Gerry Hutch has been found not guilty of the murder of David Byrne at the Regency Hotel in 2016. Paul Healy was in court and gives us the lowdown on a day that has potentially-enormous implications in Ireland in the legal system. Excuse us if this one sounds a bit ready, but... bloody hell. Shattered Lives is produced for Reach Ireland by Ciaran Bradley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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54:20

Trial of the century: The case against Gerry 'The...

Shattered Lives ·

2023/04/13

Paul Healy and Mick O'Toole discuss the State's case against Gerry Hutch, with the verdict in the murder trial of David Byrne due on Monday, April 17th. We look at the evidence in the case and discuss the ins and outs of a case that has gripped Ireland. Shattered Lives is produced for Reach Ireland by Ciaran Bradley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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51:32

'I dreaded going to work': A former Garda on why she...

Shattered Lives ·

2023/04/10

Laura Young resigned from An Garda Síochána last year, and was one of 109 to quit the force last year - the highest number in five years. Michael O'Toole talks to former Garda Laura Young about why she left the force. She speaks about the toll of the job on mental health, and why she felt she had to leave. Shattered Lives is produced for Reach Ireland by Ciaran Bradley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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33:18

The week in crime: Kinahan whereabouts, the Limerick...

Shattered Lives ·

2023/04/07

Paul Healy and Michael O'Toole bring you the next edition of 'The week in crime'. We look at the whereabouts of the Kinahan cartel, the latest in a murder that shocked Limerick and an u[date on abuse in the Defence Forces. Paul also discusses his experiences at the conference of the Associated Garda Sergeants and Inspectors conference. Shattered Lives is produced for Reach Ireland by Ciaran Bradley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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55:26

A life in crime: Careers in crime reporting, threats...

Shattered Lives ·

2023/04/03

In today's Shattered Lives, we discuss what it is like to spend a life in crime. Reporting, at least. Michael O'Toole and Paul Healy talk to Ciaran Bradley about the reasons for choosing journalism, crime reporting in particular, as well as the dangers and thrills of the job. We also look at the stories that remain memorable, the threats and opportunities for journalism and media more widely, and why it is among the best jobs for a young person to choose if they have the hunger for it. Shattered

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49:02

Annie McCarrick, the cold cases of Ireland's missing...

Shattered Lives ·

2023/03/29

Last week, Gardai opened a murder investigation into missing New York native Annie McCarrick in Dublin. Today, Paul speaks to the former detective who investigated Annie's disappearance, who believes her killer may have kept her bag as a souvenir. Gardai have issued an appeal in relation to a brown bag she had when she vanished on March 26, 1993, and are looking for anyone who may have any information about Annie's whereabouts. Today, we look at not only the case of Annie, but the cold cases of

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53:28

Elaine O'Hara's life, gruesome murder & the failed...

Shattered Lives ·

2023/03/27

Warning: this episode contains graphic evidence from the murder trial of Graham Dwyer. If this is something likely to affect you, this may be an episode to miss. Paul Healy and Michael O'Toole discuss the murder of Elaine O'Hara by Dwyer, and his failed attempt to overturn his sentence. Ms O'Hara was the victim of a twisted mind, and she suffered mental health issues throughout her life that Dwyer manipulated for his own sordid gratification. This episode is dedicated to her memory, and to those

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38:29

The Week in Crime: Garda corruption case, Graham...

Shattered Lives ·

2023/03/24

In this episode of 'The Week in Crime', we discuss a number of cases in Irish law. Michael O'Toole and Paul Healy look at the case of Barbie Kardashian, a violent transgender woman prisoner whose case has caused issues for the Irish Prison Service in terms of confinement due to the nature of her crimes. We also discuss the Josh Dunne case, the Graham Dwyer appeal, as well as emergent issues around Garda corruption. Shattered Lives is produced for Reach Ireland by Ciaran Bradley. Learn more about

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52:58

Keeping police safe from terrorist attempts: PFNI...

Shattered Lives ·

2023/03/20

Police Federation for Northern Ireland chief Liam Kelly joins us today to discuss the threats to policing in the north after the attempted murder of John Caldwell. This is a fascinating insight into policing when there are paramilitary attempts on law enforcement, as well as budget cuts and churn within the forces. A really interesting chat that will help contextualise policing on the island of Ireland. Shattered Lives is produced for Reach Ireland by Ciaran Bradley. Learn more about your ad

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37:12

The week in crime: The murder of Detective Colm...

Shattered Lives ·

2023/03/16

In this week's crime stories, Paul Healy and Michael O'Toole discuss the murder of Detective Garda Colm Horkan. 46-year-old Stephen Silver has been sentenced to 40 years imprisonment for the murder of Detective Horkan, which we discuss at length. Paul also tells us about staking out abusive priest Joe Dunne, and we discuss the process of 'doorstepping' in general and the reasons behind it. We also look at the disappearance of Tina Satchwell in 2017. This episode is dedicated to the memory of

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54:18

Exclusive Ian Bailey interview on Sophie Toscan du...

Shattered Lives ·

2023/03/13

MURDER-accused Bailey has insisted he’s not a danger to women - despite his history of domestic violence. Speaking to ‘Shattered Lives’, Bailey was challenged on his prior history of assaulting his former partner Jules Thomas and allegations that he previously threatened witness Maria Farrell. However, the former journalist, who is now set to launch his own podcast, insisted to us that he is not a danger to the women of Ireland when asked. Bailey was convicted in his absence in a French court of

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36:06

The week in crime: John Brogan shooting in Mayo,...

Shattered Lives ·

2023/03/09

The week in crime looks at the week's crime stories in Ireland, with Paul Healy and Michael O'Toole. We look at the Burke family's removal from a Dublin court and what it says about media coverage of the situation. Michael talks about the shooting death of John Brogan in Mayo, the situation regarding Lisa Smith and more. Shattered Lives is produced for Reach Ireland by Ciaran Bradley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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43:58

Keane Mulready-Woods murder & Drogheda feud: Chilling...

Shattered Lives ·

2023/03/06

In this episode, we look at the Drogheda drug feud that led to the death of Keane Mulready-Woods. We look at the antagonists in Cornelius Price and Robbie Lawlor, and their demises. Michael O'Toole speaks to Irish Daily Star journalist Nicola Donnelly gives her view from covering the feud from its inception. Shattered Lives is produced for Reach Ireland by Ciaran Bradley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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42:50

The week in crime: We speak to victim of Limerick...

Shattered Lives ·

2023/03/03

Paul Healy and Michael O'Toole discuss the crimes they have been working on as journalists this week. Paul speaks to Simone Lee, victim of an acid attack and false imprisonment in Limerick, in a wider discussion about violence against women. Michael talks about Graham Dwyer's upcoming appeal for the murder of Elaine O'Hara. We also discuss the murder of Marius Mamaliga, stabbed in Swords last week, who passed away over the weekend. Shattered Lives is produced by Ciaran Bradley for Reach

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47:04

Busting Christy Kinahan, Dublin Narcos and policing...

Shattered Lives ·

2023/02/28

Former Assistant Garda Commissioner Mick O'Sullivan joins Michael O'Toole on Shattered Lives today. We discuss a storied career that saw him help revolutionise tackling heroin in Dublin, the emergence of the Kinahan cartel and the future of the war on drugs. We also look at the new series of 'Dublin Narcos' which beings on 5th March on Sky Crime. Shattered Lives is produced for Reach Ireland by Ciaran Bradley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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