The Indo Daily

In 1999 Jill Dando was the ‘golden girl’ of British television. The 37-year-old's murder on her front doorstep shocked the world, Despite an intensive investigation and eventual arrest and conviction, the mysterious culprit remains at large to this day. As a new Netflix documentary shines a light on the case, we speak to Dando's friend and colleague Jennie Bond about the shocking events. Host: Kevin Doyle Guest: Jennie Bond See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Indo Daily goes all Mulder and Scully and examines the claims made by the Pentagon whistleblower David Grusch that the United States has been hiding, from both Congress and the world, evidence of alien technology including the bodies of crashed alien pilots. Host: Kevin Doyle Guest: Sarah Collins See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hurling legend DJ Carey has been charged with multiple deception and forgery offences in an alleged cancer treatment scam. What next for the Kilkenny hurler? Host: Fionnán Sheahan Guest: Andrew Phelan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Wootton has been sacked by the MailOnline just a day after he was suspended by GB News for his interview with actor Laurence Fox where remarks were made about the appearance of a female journalist Ava Evans. Who are the men at the centre of the scandal? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Irish Navy fired warning shots at the MV Matthew’s to force the ship to stop leaving Irish waters. What was discovered next could be the biggest drugs seizure ever in Irish history estimated at over €156million. The Indo daily explains the dramatic scenes which have unfolded in our seas this week and ask what it reveals about the Irish drugs trade. Host: Kevin Doyle Guests: Padraig Byrne and Paul Williams See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Four-star luxury hotel rooms for staff, the hiring of a 'celebrity booker' for The Late Late Show. RTÉ spending in under continued scrutiny and the Dáil’s public spending watchdog is seeking legal advice on whether it can compel RTÉ documents and individuals. The Indo Daily examines the latest plot twists in the RTÉ soap opera. Host: Fionnán Sheahan Guests: Hugh O’Connell and Dee Molumby See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The normally wholesome world of Irish dancing is once again making sensational headlines with male escorts, sexually explicit texts and court cases now taking centre stage. Host: Fionnán Sheahan Guests: Ellen Coyne and Shane Phelan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

McCrea Park was a quiet and peaceful close-knit community. That all changed one Saturday morning in 2019 with the discovery of one of Northern Ireland’s most harrowing and brutal murders in history. What happened to Sligo man Pat Ward? Host: Fionnán Sheehan Guest: Kurtis ReidSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thomas Niedermayer was kidnapped from his Belfast home in 1973.There was no ransom demand, no information; he just disappeared. What happened to him? The truth would be horrific and would lead to the death of his wife and two of his children. Host: Ciarán Dunbar Guest: David Blake Knox Host: Ciaran Dunbar. Guest: David Blake-KnoxSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John’s story has caught the attention of many but none more so than the bank teller who played a part in his downfall. She gives the view from the other side of the counter in the concluding episode of ‘I’m Not Here to Hurt You’. Host: Kevin Doyle Guest: Aoife WhelanSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s been a busy and turbulent few weeks for Elon Musk. He met several world leaders and came under heavy criticism for his decision to refuse Ukraine access to his Starlink satellites. Should we be worried about his growing political power? Host: Fionnán Sheahan. Guest: Adrian WecklerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A ramshackle house in Carlow is the subject of intense political scrutiny having been bequeathed to Sinn Féin by a mysterious Welshman when he died in 2018. Is Mary Lou McDonald right when she says the controversy is “sour grapes” from her rivals, or is there more to the story? Host: Ellen Coyne. Guest: Fionnán Sheahan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

He was a household Brand; from MTV, Channel 4 and BBC, to a wild night in Dublin, and even conquering Hollywood. What next for Russell Brand after a spectacular fall from grace? Host: Tabitha Monahan. Guests: Allison Morris and Dee Molumby.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the GAA pitch Philly McMahon was an All-Ireland winner. But off the pitch his personal life was turbulent. His father Phil McMahon was interned in Long Kesh, escaped in 1975 and was now battling cancer. Philly speaks about his father’s membership of the provisional IRA and some of the difficult truths that come with that. Host: Fionnán Sheahan. Guest: Philly McMahon See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The story of how Philly McMahon became an All-Ireland Champion eight times, is more than just that of hard work and determination. His story began with his father - Phil – a man who at the age of 16 was shot by British soldiers in his home of West Belfast and who spent more than 30 years on the run. Host: Fionnán Sheahan Guest: Philly McMahon See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When a widow with no children, no siblings, and no surviving first cousins passed away, questions were raised when one of her distant cousins - Galway fraudster Peter O’Toole -became the primary beneficiary of her estate near Galway city valued at between €2.5 and €9 million. However, what ensued next nobody could have anticipated. Host: Siobhán Maguire. Guest: Maeve Sheehan. First broadcast 31st May 2023. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Irish folk band The Wolfe Tones have long been associated with their republican ballads. Thousands gathered to hear them play at this year's Electric Picnic and now the group are set to play in Dublin's 3Arena next year. Why are a younger generation joining the chorus? Host: Ciaran Dunbar. Guests: John Meagher, Sarah Carey and Brian Warfield.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Putin welcomes Kim Jong Un and his “moving fortress” to Russia. How will this unlikely friendship affect the war in Ukraine and Russian relations with western powers? Host: Kevin Doyle. Guest: Jason Corcoran.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From a World Cup victory to a high court summons, the former Spanish Football Federation president Luis Rubiales will now appear in a Madrid court over his kiss of Spanish football forward Jenni Hermoso. Host: Tabitha Monahan Guest: Miguel Delaney & Dave Hanratty See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sinn Féin – “who they are, where they came from and how they operate.” The revelations in a new book ‘The Long Game: Inside Sinn Féin’ has upset many people. We speak to the author Aoife Moore. Host: Ciarán Dunbar Guest: Aoife Moore See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Life is on the right track for academic John O’Hegarty until a moment of recklessness sets him on a path to self-destruction. If you want to listen to the complete series now, search for ‘I’m Not Here To Hurt You’ wherever you get your podcasts and hit subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The picturesque market town of Fermoy in county Cork would become the unlikely scene of a curious double vanishing of the same man. Now, half a century later, an abandoned son is seeking to unravel the secrets of his father’s second life. First published: June 9 2023See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As Ryan Tubridy cosies up to UK media, former bosses at the state broadcaster face yet more questions around cashflow, culture and accountability. What next for RTE and its former star? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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? Host: Kevin Doyle Guests: Sinéad Kelleher & Jerry O’Sullivan & See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The ruthless godfather John Gilligan is credited with ushering in a new era of organised crime and the modern narcotics trade in Ireland. As he walks free from a Spanish court, we look at the life and lies of Ireland’s most notorious criminal boss. Host: Fionnán Sheahan Guest: Paul Williams See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last October the world of Irish dancing was left reeling from allegations of what is now known as ‘Feis fixing’. However now a court case involving two prominent dance instructors reveals a series of shocking sexual harassment and blackmail claims. Host: Fionnán Sheahan Guests: Ellen Coyne & Shane Phelan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yevgeny Prigozhin’s brief uprising challenged Vladimir Putin in a way no one else ever has. But now he is dead – and few seem to doubt that Putin had a hand in his demise. Is the Russian president now in a stronger position or has he been weakened by the whole affair? And with Ukrainian forces advancing, could a ‘cornered’ Putin reach for the nuclear option? Host: Ciarán Dunbar. Guest: Jason Corcoran See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 'Nutting Squad', the notorious interrogation unit of the IRA was ruthless when it came to outing informers. Its top tier included the likes of Freddie Scappaticci , Paddy Monaghan and John Joe Magee, who are all now believed to have been double agents themselves. How did this group, who had access to some of the IRA's most guarded secrets become riddled with double agents? The Indo Daily finds out more. Host: Kevin Doyle. Guest: Allison Morris. First broadcast April 27th 2023. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 2000, Catherine Nevin was found guilty of the murder of her husband, Tom Nevin at their Co Wicklow pub. The Indo Daily recounts this dark and evil crime. Host: Siobhán Maguire. Guest: Paul Williams. First broadcast 16 Sept 2022. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Revisited: In February Harvey Weinstein was jailed for another 16 years. The disgraced movie mogul begged the judge, "please don't sentence me to life in prison, I don't deserve it." The Indo Daily looks back on the career of the mega-producer and how he used his power and privilege to target, harass, and sexually assault young women. Host: Siobhán Maguire. Guest: Melanie Finn.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Revisited: Sean Quinn’s life is the ultimate rags to riches story – a millionaire by 30, then a billionaire, with a sprawling empire across cement, hotels, and insurance. Until it all crumbled away when he gambled his fortune and lost in the economic collapse of 2008. Host: Siobhán Maguire. Guest: Trevor Birney. First broadcast Fri 9 Dec 2022 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Revisited: During the Celtic Tiger, Ireland had its own ‘special’ kind of celebrity, the property developer. Sean Dunne and his then wife Gayle Killilea, were one of the best known couples, with their lavish parties and expensive property, symbolising the era. But the party didn't last and the boom would eventually lead to Dunne's bankruptcy. The Indo Daily takes a look back at the rise and fall of the Celtic Tiger couple. First published on May 5, 2023. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

He was the 'Wunderkind' of the 1980s, winning Wimbledon at just 17. But German player, Boris Becker, was equally known for his lifestyle off-court with his love of luxuries, fast spending, and public affairs. On today's Indo Daily, we look back at Becker's rise and fall, and a new film documenting his story. Host: Siobhán Maguire. Guest: Chris Bowers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We know Lucy Letby murdered seven babies and tried to kill many more but why? How did this young, intelligent, woman, with loving parents, become a mass murderer of the innocent? Does she fit the profile of a serial killer? Psychology Professor Craig Jackson joins host Ciarán Dunbar.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lucy Letby will spend the rest of her life in prison after being convicted of murdering seven babies. She has never admitted it, never explained why she committed such horrific crimes and never apologised. Host: Ciarán Dunbar Guest: Allison Morris See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rhasidat Adeleke will turn 21 later this month but her performance at the World Athletics Championships already has everybody talking about her as a generational talent. Adeleke has been making a habit out of breaking national records in the 200m and the 400m. Has she the potential to become a medallist for Ireland in the 400m at next year's Paris Olympics? We went to the University of Texas at Austin - where Adeleke is on scholarship - to get the inside track on her sensational rise. Host: Sinéad Kissane. Guests: Rhasidat Adeleke and her coach Edrick Floreal. First published on April 22, 2023.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode of the Indo Daily was released on the 18th of April 2023, before Gerry Hutch was acquitted of the murder of David Byrne at Dublin’s Regency Hotel in 2016. The verdict is in, but former Sinn Féin councillor Jonathan Dowdall is still serving his sentence for facilitating the murder of David Byrne in the Regency shootings. In today's episode, we look at the rise and fall of the state's star witness, and ask if the country's most popular party, Sinn Féin can shake off his association? Host: Siobhán Maguire. Guest: Fionnán Sheahan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode of the Indo Daily was released on the 17th of April 2023, before Gerry Hutch was acquitted of the murder of David Byrne at Dublin’s Regency Hotel in 2016. The brazen Regency attack in February 2016 marked the beginning of a gangland war on a scale never before seen on the streets of Dublin, with a death toll that would eventually reach 18. While much has been said about that fateful day, there's one journalist who is uniquely qualified to speak about it - because he was there. Irish Independent News Correspondent Robin Schiller shares his first-hand account of the attack and its aftermath. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode of the Indo Daily was released on the 14th of April 2023, before Gerry Hutch was acquitted of the murder of David Byrne at Dublin’s Regency Hotel in 2016. Stealing lemonade at the age of 9, being locked up in Mountjoy prison at the age of 15, to masterminding some of the country’s biggest heists in his twenty’s – we look at the life and crimes of Gerry ‘The Monk’ Hutch. Host: Fionnán Sheahan Guest: Paul Williams. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 1985, when local priest Fr Niall Molloy was found dead in the master bedroom at the home of Richard and Theresa Flynn in Co. Offaly, the scandal captured the imagination of the country. Almost four decades later and Fr Molloy's killing remains an open and unsolved case. The Indo Daily takes a look back at the infamous story. Presenter: Fionnan Sheahan. Guest: Sharon Lawless. First published on October 14, 2022See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ryan Tubridy's plans for a big return to the RTÉ airwaves were pulled after the former presenter released a statement that RTÉ bosses viewed as “tone-deaf”. With all deals now off the table, what will happen to Tubridy's radio slot? Host: Tabitha Monahan Guest: Kevin Doyle See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Indo Daily revisited: In 1907, a theft at Dublin Castle ended up becoming a global story when the precious Irish Crown Jewels went missing. The Indo Daily hears more about the theft that even used Scotland Yard, psychics and the author of Sherlock Holmes to try and locate the precious stones. Host: Siobhan Maguire. Guest: Sarah Caden. First published on June 12, 2023. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Indo Daily revisited: The Dublin Monaghan bombings on May 17th 49 years ago killed 34 people, including an unborn baby, and injured almost 300. Almost half a century on, no one has been convicted in connection with the bombings. The Indo Daily recalls the deadliest attacks of the Troubles. Host: Siobhan Maguire. Guest: John Downing. First published on the June 2, 2023. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The long-awaited Grant Thornton Report on payments made by RTÉ to Ryan Tubridy between 2017 and 2019 has finally been published. What does this mean for RTE and what next for Ryan Tubridy? Host: Kevin Doyle Guest: Philip Ryan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Indo Daily revisited: Twelve years ago, Michaela McAreavey was murdered in her hotel room while on honeymoon in Mauritius. She had married John McAreavey just 12 days earlier. Two hotel workers went on trial but were acquitted of the crime. The Indo Daily speaks to Belfast Telegraph Crime Correspondent Allison Morris, who returned to Mauritius this year, about the case and continued search for justice. First published April 14, 2023. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Indo Daily revisited: Grace Livingstone was brutally murdered in her own home in December 1992. To this day, there is no known motive for her murder, and her killer has never been found. The Indo Daily finds out more. Host: Kevin Doyle. Guest: Sarah Caden. First published on February 10, 2023. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Indo Daily revisited: Philip Cairns, a 13-year-old Dublin schoolboy disappeared one afternoon in October 1986, while making the short journey from his home to school one lunchtime. His disappearance remains unsolved. Host: Siobhán Maguire. Guest: Maeve Sheehan. First published on October 26, 2022. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On New Year's Day in 2008, 15-year-old Dubliner, Amy Fitzpatrick left the home of a friend in Spain where she lived. She was never seen again and her whereabouts remain a mystery. The Indo Daily looks back on the case of the missing teenager. Host: Siobhán Maguire. Guests: Christine Kenny and Sarah Caden. First published on Wednesday 25 January, 2023. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Philip O’Shea got an eight-year sentence for blackmailing 29 women online. This episode looks at how his online harassment became real-life stalking and how eventually he was caught. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Philip O’Shea is a prolific online predator who lurked behind fake profiles. First coming across as charming, friendly and flirty, he soon would force victims to send him compromising pictures of themselves, blackmailing them not for money but for his own satisfaction. Sharon O’Neill tells Ciarán Dunbar how he managed to ensnare his victims.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.