The Indo Daily

Disaster at 13,000 feet below sea level. A trip to see the Titanic has gone horribly wrong for the occupants of a submersible that has now lost contact. The Titan vanished with five people on board during a dive to the Titanic wreck site in the North Atlantic on Sunday. Host: Fionnán Sheahan. Guest: Senan MolonySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week President Michael D Higgins rebuked the Government for launching a debate about neutrality and the possibility of joining Nato, saying ministers were “playing with fire”. Ireland has no military radar, no fighter planes and for a maritime nation – very few ships. So how can Ireland’s military can deal with current threats? Host: Ciarán Dunbar Guest: Cathal Berry See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Findings by the police say that he broke the law and findings by a Westminster committee say that he misled parliament – is this last orders for Boris Johnson’s political career? The Indo Daily finds out more. Host: Fionnan Sheahan. Guest: Enda Brady See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gerard Mackin is the gangland enforcer who was given a one-million-euro contract by the Kinahan crime clan to take out their arch-rival Gerry Hutch. Why has he earned the reputation for being one Ireland's most violent criminals? Host: Ciarán Dunbar Guest: Allison Morris See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To celebrate Pride month, the Indo Daily finds out how the global parade got started and why the fight for equality goes on for the LBGTQ+ community. Host: Siobhán Maguire. Guest: Bill Hughes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The garda involved in the N7 crash in which three members of a notorious burglary gang died, has been charged with dangerous driving and endangerment. Uncertainty now surrounds the Gardai’s ability to engage in pursuits leading to increasingly chaotic scenes on the country’s roads. Host: Fionnán Sheahan. Guest: Ken FoySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colombia is in a celebratory mood after four missing children were 'miraculously' found alive in its thick, dense rainforest after surviving a plane crash that killed their mother five weeks ago. The Indo Daily finds out how they stayed alive and how those searching refused to give up. Host: Siobhan Maguire. Guest: Richard McColl in Bogota.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aslan frontman Christy Dignam (63) has died following a prolonged illness. The Indo Daily remembers the music legend. Host: Siobhán Maguire. Guests: Mel Finn and John Meagher.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a southside Dublin suburb, where houses regularly sell for over a million euro, a number of residents made a demand. For the princely sum of €225,000 each, these neighbours would agree not to object to a housing development in the area. But all didn’t exactly go to plan and a senior lawyer has left his job as a result. The Indo Daily finds out more. Host: Kevin Doyle. Guest: Fionnan SheahanSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There has been a revolution in the multi-billion-dollar world of golf – and Rory McIlroy is its ‘sacrificial lamb’. The Holywood man had taken a stand against the Saudi-backed LIV Golf tour, remaining outspokenly loyal to the PGA Tour. But now, behind his back, the feud between LIV Golf, the PGA Tour and DP World Tour has taken a sudden turn. Where does McIlroy stand now? Host: Adam McKendry. Guest: Gareth Hanna. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former US president Donald Trump has been indicted by a federal grand jury for retaining classified government documents and obstruction of justice. What does it mean for Trump's 2024 Republican presidential bid? Host: Kevin Doyle Guest: Gina LondonSee 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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Tramore Tennis Club's annual general meeting caused a major upheaval in the seaside town, resulting in broken friendships and legal disputes. And central to the rift, is a tennis coach convicted of theft in Australia. Host: Kevin Doyle. Guest: Mark Tighe See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Liam Byrne, arrested in Spain last Sunday, is thought to be one of the most trusted members of the Kinahan organised crime group. How will his arrest and that of Jack Kavanagh, a second suspected member detained last week, play out for Iran-bound Christy Kinahan and sons? Host: Siobhán Maguire. Guest: Paul Williams.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bryan Finlay’s father, Ronnie, was shot dead in front of him, his brother and his mother. Bryan was just 10-years-old, he thought his father would be safe as he had left the Ulster Defence Regiment, but Ronnie was gunned down on a farm in 1991. This interview is part of a four-part series from The BelTel podcast called 'Lives taken', featuring people who lost a relative to IRA violence during the trouble. The series was produced and presented by Kirsten Elder. To hear the full series follow The BelTel podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fashion writer and social diarist, Terry Keane, and Ireland's most controversial Taoiseach, Charles Haughey, managed to keep a 27-year-long affair away from the public eye, until one explosive interview. The Indo Daily finds out more. Host: Fionnán Sheahan. Guest: John Downing. First broadcast March 2023. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Donald Trump has nicknamed his Republican rival Ron DeSantis 'Meatball Ron' and 'Desanctimonious', but can he be so easily dismissed? The Indo Daily finds out. Host: Fionnán Sheahan Guest: Gina LondonSee 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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Phillip Schofield's admission to an affair with a much younger employee on This Morning has opened up a whole new discussion around the ITV show's working environment. The Indo Daily finds out more. Host: Siobhán Maguire. Guest: Mel Finn.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New files released by the FBI outline a plot to assassinate the late Queen Elizabeth as she visited America. The memos date back to 1983 when the Queen visited California as guest of President Reagan. But this was not the only alleged plot to remove Queen Elizabeth and the future King Charles from the monarchy. Host: Fionnán SheehanSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The world of music is mourning the loss of Tina Turner, but her influences go way beyond her stage performance. The Indo Daily reminds us how the legendary singer became a voice for abuse survivors, and a trailblazer for women. Host: Siobhán Maguire. Guest: Dave Hanratty. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ian Haworth has spent a lifetime warning of the dangers of cults, after his own terrifying experience. He talks to the BelTel podcast about what happened, and how he managed to escape. Host: Ciarán Dunbar. Guest: Ian HaworthSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Kinahan cartel gangster ‘Fat Freddie Thompson' is causing trouble and upsetting fellow inmates in Portlaoise prison. From thrashing his cell to swallowing SIM cards – we look at the life and crimes of one of Ireland’s most sinister criminals. Host: Ellen Coyne Guest: Paul Williams See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 2010 billionaire Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates met a Russian bridge player at a tournament and allegedly began an affair with her, which threatened to topple not only Gates’ marriage but also his work as a philanthropist when it was uncovered by none other than Jeffrey Epstein. The Indo Daily finds out more. Host: Ellen Coyne. Guest: Sarah Caden. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Irish hotel tycoon Paddy McKillen, is in the battle of his life fighting members of the Qatari royal family. At stake is a £1.5 billion settlement involving some of the world’s most luxurious hotels from the Maybourne Beverly Hills to Claridge’s of London. But how did the Belfast man get embroiled in this bitter dispute with one of the world’s wealthiest dynasties and where will it end? Host: Tabitha Monahan Guest: Shane Phelan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Warning: today's episode contains content some listeners may find distressing. Earlier this month, Nicola Gallagher wrote a Facebook post detailing serious domestic abuse she allegedly suffered at the hands of her former husband and GAA manager, Rory Gallagher. Rory, who managed Ulster champions Derry has since resigned, after the reaction to Nicola’s post. It has since emerged that Nicola's father sent five emails in total containing the allegations to Derry GAA between April and July last year. However, despite being listed on their website, the email address has been deactivated. What has been both the public and the GAA's reaction to the allegations? The Indo Daily finds out more. Host: Fionnan Sheahan Guest: Rodney Edwards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Three well-known criminals died in a horrific fireball after they drove the wrong way down a dual carriageway in July 2021 and collided with an oncoming truck. The men had been fleeing gardaí before engaging in a high-speed chase and their gruesome deaths were followed by controversial funerals. Now, a Garda who was involved in the chase is set to face charges from GSOC, the policing watchdog. Host Kevin Doyle gets the latest details in the saga from Ireland Editor at the Irish Independent, Fionnán Sheahan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jennifer Poole was murdered by her ex-partner Gavin Murphy in 2021. Jennifer who was 24 when she died, didn't know Murphy had previous convictions for assaulting a former partner. Since Jennifer’s death, her family have campaigned for a domestic violence register to be created. However, this week documents were released under the Freedom of Information Act that show officials in the Department of Justice have concerns over such a proposal. In this episode of the Indo Daily, first released in January, Jennifer's brother Jason joins presenter Fionnan Sheahan to tell Jennifer's story and why he believes the law needs to change. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Christy Kinahan is the man who started the now infamous Kinahan drug cartel. Also known as the Dapper Don Kinahan isn’t your usual gang boss. He is well educated, speaks multiple languages and doesn't come from a background of poverty. How much is known about the early days of the Kinahan cartel and where did it all start for Christy Kinahan? The Indo Daily finds out more. Host: Tabitha Monahan. Guest: Paul Williams See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why have Phillip Schofield and Holly Willoughby - the two ‘This Morning’ presenters - become the main story on their show? Reports are that TV’s golden couple have had ‘a toxic falling out’. What has caused the alleged rift between the once best friends, and is this the end for one of TV’s favourite chat shows? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kouri Richins is a Utah mother who has written a book on grief for children after her husband died. But now she is charged with his murder. The Indo Daily finds out more. Host: Siobhán Maguire. Guest: Sarah Caden.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Who will replace Ryan Tubridy as host of RTE’s the Late Late Show? Speculation is rife that Patrick Kielty is almost a dead cert to take over the hosting duties of one of the longest running tv chat show in the world. But what do we know about the county Down native and how important is it for RTÉ to get this right? Host: Fionnan Sheahan. Guests: Melanie Finn and Samantha McCaughren. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On July 29, 2013, Kathleen Chada's husband, Sanjeev, murdered their two young sons, Eoghan and Ruairí. Their loving mother, Kathleen, joins the Indo Daily to talk about her new memoir 'Everything', a painful celebration of their short and tragic lives. Host: Siobhán Maguire. Guest: Kathleen Chada.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sectarianism and segregation remain endemic in Northern Ireland. Can it get better? Host Ciarán Dunbar is joined by political journalist Aoife-Grace Moore and political activist Richard Garland.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A New York jury has found Donald Trump sexually abused E jean Carroll, a writer, in a New York department store changing room almost three decades ago. The former president has labelled the verdict "a witch hunt". The Indo Daily finds out more and what this means for his 2024 election bid. Host: Fionnán Sheahan. Guests: Stephen Moore; Niamh Horan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A major debate has erupted over what GAA games should be broadcast on free-to-air TV. The GAAGO streaming platform has come in for criticism as 38 games will not be shown on free television this year. The Indo Daily talks to former Kilkenny Hurling All-Star and All-Ireland winner Eddie Brennan and former Ulster Champion with Monaghan, footballer Dick Clerkin. Host: Kevin Doyle. Guests: Michael Verney, Eddie Brennan and Dick Clerkin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Limerick gangster, Ger Dundon - who has changed his name to Darren McClean - was jailed for 15 years in the UK last week for his part in a £300K kidnap and blackmail plot. The Indo Daily hears about the violent act that put him behind bars and asks what's next for the McCarthy-Dundon crime gang? Host: Siobhán Maguire. Guest: Paul Williams.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Eurovision Song Contest is back tonight. From Portugal's 1974 revolution to political protests on stage and accusations of plagiarism the contest has seen its fair share of controversy over the last 67 years. Host: Fionnán Sheahan. Guest: Garrett Mulhall.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Heirs of Slavery, a British lobbying group of descendants of the country's wealthiest slave owners, has also atoned for the behaviour of Sir Charles Trevelyan during the Irish Famine. The Indo Daily finds out more. Host: Siobhán Maguire Guest: John Downing See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode contains descriptions of graphic violence. Ann Ogilby was a 32-year-old mother-of-four. Her death at the hands of teenage female members of the UDA was one of the most shocking of the Troubles. Ann Ogilby was beaten to death with bricks and sticks in a Sandy Row loyalist 'romper room' in 1974, all over the petty jealousy of a local women’s UDA boss. In this episode of our sister podcast, The BelTel, Ciarán Dunbar is joined by Belfast Telegraph reporter, Andrew Madden.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This Saturday, in a supposedly low key Coronation, King Charles III and Queen Camilla will be crowned. With polls suggesting that half of the UK population is indifferent to the upcoming ceremony, is the mystique of the monarchy fading? The Indo Daily finds out. Host: Fionnán Sheahan. Guest: Sarah Caden See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last week, the Dublin District Court gave Rachel Drumm, widow of the late Ken Drumm, six months to find alternative accommodation in a long-running repossession saga on the family home. But how is disgraced banker and former Anglo-Irish boss, David Drumm, associated? Host: Siobhán Maguire. Guest: Shane Phelan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nicholas Alahverdian died in February 2020 – according to his obituary. However, US authorities believe that he faked his own death to avoid sexual charges in America and furthermore believe he is now living in Scotland under the alias of Arthur Knight – an Irish orphan. What is unfolding is a bizarre story involving claims of cannibalism, sex trafficking and political conspiracies. Host: Kevin Doyle Guest: Sarah CadenSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ireland in 1985 experienced a very unusual phenomenon, which had much of the nation on its knees - the mass hysteria of Moving Statues. The Indo Daily finds out more. First broadcast November 2022. Host: Siobhán Maguire. Guest: Liam Collins. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 2015, a legal loophole on the possession of some drugs meant that for a 24-hour period, it was actually within the law to take ecstasy, ketamine and 'magic mushrooms' in Ireland. The Indo Daily finds out more. First broadcast February 8th 2023. Host: Siobhán Maguire. Guest: Kevin DoyleSee 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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Description: A senior GSOC investigator has been arrested on suspicion of passing on confidential information to the Hutch crime gang. Irish Independent journalist Robin Schiller gives us the latest of this developing story. Host: Fionnán SheahanSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.