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The Indo Daily

Irish Independent

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20:28

’Travelling Conmen’: On-the-run Irishman with several...

The Indo Daily ·

2025/03/17

Timothy O’Reilly, also known as Elijah Gavin, Timothy Kelly and Elijah Thomas, was arrested in New York in January on charges of conning over $800,000 from a 78-year-old woman. He was on the run since 2022 after failing to return to Magilligan Prison in Northern Ireland after a temporary compassionate release. At the time, he was facing charges over an attempt to con another elderly woman out of £40,000. So, who is Timothy O’Reilly and what allegations have been made against him? And what, exactly,

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24:24

Revisited: A history of Ireland in 100 Paddys - From...

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2025/03/16

From St Patrick himself to a global music star, a Times Square Olympian and a Mexican army battalion, historian Donal Fallon discusses the Patricks, Patricias, Pádraigs, Páraics and Pats who have all become part of Ireland’s national story. This podcast was originally published on March 17th 2024. Host: Fionnán Sheahan Guest: Donal Fallon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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24:47

“F*** you, bailiff”: Billionaire Paddy McKillen Sr...

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2025/03/14

Belfast hotel mogul Paddy McKillen Sr has found himself in hot water. The 70-year-old was convicted in a French court on Wednesday over an attack on a female bailiff. It’s alleged she was acting in relation to the alleged non-payment of a loan to the Qatari-linked Quintet private bank. But for the once firm friends, where did it all go wrong between billionaire McKillen and the Qataris? Host: Fionnán Sheehan Guests: John Burns and Peter Allen See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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22:35

Why is even the mention of water charges like playing...

The Indo Daily ·

2025/03/13

For almost a decade the issue of water charges incited mass anger and protests in Ireland. Should the mention of “excessive usage” charges for water be a cause for concern for households? We look back at the issue that sunk political careers, plagued governments, and led to mass protests on a scale never witnessed before. Host: Kevin Doyle Guests: Caroline O’Doherty & John DowningSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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18:26

EU Tariffs, Pharma Tax and ‘great’ Conor McGregor:...

The Indo Daily ·

2025/03/12

Shamrocks, handshakes, and diplomatic high stakes; It was all to play for this afternoon as Michael Martin met Donald Trump during a historic visit to The White House. From Ukraine to Gaza, big topics were on the table, yet it was EU Tariffs that took centre stage, as Trump laid out a stark warning for the future of Irelands Tech and Pharma industries. Was it a tough day at The Oval Office for Micheál Martin, or did the Taoiseach hold his own in very difficult circumstances? Host; Fionnán Sheahan,

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24:55

‘The Viper’ Vs CAB: Inside Martin Foley’s €1m...

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2025/03/12

The Viper, Martin Foley, has hit the headlines once again. Bitten by a seven-figure tax bill, the notorious criminal finds himself in a race against time to pay off his hefty debt and rescue his Dublin home in the process. Waiting in the wings to take the keys off his hands? None other than Ireland’s most persistent of crime cash converters, The Criminal Assets Bureau. Host; Fionnán Sheahan, Guests; Conor Feehan and Paul Williams See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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24:57

Should Elon Musk's personal life be a 'cause for...

The Indo Daily ·

2025/03/11

With Ashley St Clair recently revealing on X that she gave birth to Elon Musk’s 13th child, and Canadian singer Grimes taking to the social media platform in a bid to get medical help for one of their three children, what does Musk’s dysfunctional relationships with women tell us about his outlook on life? Host: Tabitha Monahan Guests: Adrian Weckler and Tanya SweeneySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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26:08

Hidden tales from Monto: Dublin’s notorious red-light...

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2025/03/10

Nestled in between O’Connell Street and Connolly station lies an unassuming Dublin neighbourhood that holds a hidden history — it was once the site of Monto, a red-light district from the 1860s to 1925. Tens of thousands of women passed through its brothels, with some leaving after a short amount of time, and others going on to become the most ruthless madams any red-light district has ever seen. *This podcast features discussion of a sexual nature and might not be suitable for all ages* Host: Kevin

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23:05

Revisited: From being a self-professed ‘hillbilly’ to...

The Indo Daily ·

2025/03/09

For many people, their first in-depth introduction to US vice-president JD Vance came last week with his now infamous exchange of words with Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky. Coming from humble beginnings, he is a self-professed “Scots-Irish hillbilly” whose name is now known worldwide. So how exactly did JD Vance go from the poverty in the “rust belt” to the power of the White house? This podcast was originally published in November 2024. Host: Ciarán Dunbar Guest: Liam KennedySee

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26:50

Logan Paul, PewDiePie and Nipplegate: 20 Years of...

The Indo Daily ·

2025/03/07

YouTube has just turned 20 years old. From eyebrow-raising origins to societal dominance, the video platform has proved a genuine game-changer – though not without major controversy along the way. Has it made our lives better or worse? Host: Fionnán Sheahan Guest: Mark Bergen See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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29:17

Noah Donohoe: PSNI may have spied on journalist Donal...

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2025/03/06

The tragic and highly unusual nature of 14-year-old Noah Donohoe’s death in 2020, along with criticism of the police search for him, had led to substantial public concern and anger. Two years ago, investigative journalist Donal MacIntyre began investigating the disappearance and the circumstances around it. A source has now told the Belfast Telegraph that as MacIntyre started his work, the PSNI moved to put him under significant online surveillance. He says he is “disappointed but not shocked” at

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30:12

Trump’s New World Disorder: What Zelenskyy ‘ambush’...

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2025/03/05

Friday evening’s botched Ukraine deal saw Volodymyr Zelenskyy leaving Washington empty-handed after historically tense talks sent shockwaves across the globe. Now, a nightmare situation has arisen for the Ukrainian people, as the United States has paused all military aid indefinitely. As US President Donald Trump reshapes the new world order in real time, where does it leave our own Taoiseach Micheál Martin ahead of a daunting White House visit next week? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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28:02

Breaking Ballyseedy | Ep 2: Morris O'Shea Salazar and...

The Indo Daily ·

2025/03/04

How did Kerry man Morris O’Shea Salazar go from boy racer to international drugs kingpin? How are the notorious Sinaloa Cartel and the Ballyseedy drugs seizure linked? And what prison sentence did Nathan McDonnell receive for his involvement in the nation's biggest-ever seizure of crystal meth? Host: Ellen Coyne Guests: Niall Donald, Jerry O’Sullivan and Ralph Riegel See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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31:24

Breaking Ballyseedy | Ep1 : The downfall of Nathan...

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2025/03/03

DESCRIPTION: How does a former business CEO and president of the Tralee Chamber of Commerce become a convicted criminal, and why was he involved in the biggest seizure of crystal meth in Irish history? Host: Ellen Coyne Guests: Jerry O’Sullivan & Ralph RiegelSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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22:32

Revisited: Fyre Festival 2 — Why are people buying...

The Indo Daily ·

2025/03/02

After serving four years in prison for fraud, Fyre Festival founder Billy McFarland is inviting people back to the Caribbean for a series of concerts with some tickets going for over $1 million. We ask why are people seriously considering returning to one of the biggest festival fiascos in history? This podcast was first released in September 2024 Host: Kevin Doyle Guest: Tessa NdjonkouSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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16:58

Kyran Durnin: Five key moments in shocking case of...

The Indo Daily ·

2025/02/27

It’s one of the most shocking and troubling cases in modern Irish history. The disappearance of Kyran Durnin went unnoticed by authorities for over two years. Since he was first reported missing in August of last year, gardaí have been unable to unravel the truth about what happened to Kyran. With so many questions remaining unanswered, speculation is growing. Are we getting any closer in finding out what happened to the young boy? And how does a child go missing for two years without anybody

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26:06

‘Generation Rent’: Can James Browne’s “maverick”...

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2025/02/27

Rent pressure zones, cabins in gardens and the appointment of a “maverick” to kick open doors’ - can this government resolve the housing crisis once and for all? Host: Tabitha Monahan Guests: Rory Hearne, Gabija Gataveckaite and Niamh HoranSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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20:31

The ‘heroic’ forensic scientist who survived The...

The Indo Daily ·

2025/02/26

Today on The Indo Daily, Fionnán Sheahan is joined by Paul Williams, Special Correspondent with The Irish Independent, to look back at the life and career of his friend, Dr Jim Donovan, Former Forensic Science Director, and to learn how an infamous incident with The General Martin Cahill, had a dark impact on his life for nearly 40 years See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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25:35

'Nightmare’ Trump meeting for Taoiseach looms and...

The Indo Daily ·

2025/02/25

The annual St Patrick's Day expedition to Washington will happen amid greater uncertainty about what the US President Donald Trump will do next, with all eyes the threat of harsh trade tariffs. So where does this leave the Irish political contingent who have their bags packed for Washington this March? And with Sinn Féin’s shock announcement that they will be boycotting the event, where does it leave An Taoiseach Micheál Martin ahead of a difficult meeting in The White House? Host; Tabitha Monahan,

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19:16

Post-mortem of a career: Dr Khalid Jaber and the...

The Indo Daily ·

2025/02/24

During his time as deputy state pathologist, Dr Khalid Jaber was a regular presence at crime scenes throughout Ireland, but he eventually found his own actions subject to strict forensic analysis. Last week, Dr Jaber was found guilty of professional misconduct. What led to his downfall, and what does the ruling mean for the public’s trust in the Office of the State Pathologist? Host: Fionnán Sheahan Guest: Shane Phelan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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