The Indo Daily

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.

Well-respected hurling coach Jimmy Meagher convinced a close friend to invest in a non-existent business, tearing apart their friendship and the local GAA community. Sunday Independent Journalist Mark Tighe speaks to The Indo Daily about his ongoing investigation into the swindle. Host: Kevin Doyle See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Valentine’s night 1981 and Dublin’s Stardust nightclub is full of young people enjoying themselves. However, tragedy struck as a fire ripped through the venue in seconds leaving 48 people dead in one of Ireland’s worst disasters ever. Forty-two years later the inquest into their deaths begins. This is their story. Host: Fionnán Sheahan Guest: Antoinette Keegan and Conor Feehan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gerry ‘The Monk’ Hutch walked free from the Special Criminal Court having been found not guilty of murder. Hours later, Hutch attended a party to celebrate his acquittal. In a dramatic development it turns out a Garda Siochana Ombudsman Commission investigator was at the party of the gangland crime boss. Paul Williams unravels the explosive revelationsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You’d imagine the lives of the owners of a luxury retail chain like Kilkenny Design would be idyllic. However, with the O’Gorman family, you could be mistaken for believing you’re watching an episode of the TV drama Succession. Host: Fionnán Sheahan Guest: Jon IhleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Columba McVeigh, 19, was living in Dolphin’s Barn, Dublin, in 1975. The Tyrone teen left his flat on Halloween night to buy some cigarettes and was never seen by his family and friends again. He had been kidnapped by the IRA, before being murdered and secretly buried. In this episode of the Bel Tel, presenter Ciarán Dunbar is joined by Columba McVeigh's brother, Oliver to discuss what happened to Columba and how the family feel about the most recent searches for him. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

20-year-old Rhasidat Adeleke from Tallaght is showing she's a generational talent in Irish athletics. 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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fox News was forced to pay an eye-watering $787.5 million to avoid a landmark US defamation court case taken against them by the electoral voting company Dominion. However, could Rupert Murdoch and his beloved Fox News still be in jeopardy? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Monk has been sighted at the inner-city home of a relative, where it’s understood he has been staying since he was acquitted of murder on Monday. Garda presence in the area is significant with The Monk once again a target for the Kinahan Cartel. So, what next for Hutch and his brother Patsy, who was implicated in planning of the Regency Hotel murder in the special Criminal Court? Host: Fionnán Sheahan. Guests: Niall Donald and Ali BrackenSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 2013 Ireland, a time when 'austerity', 'negative equity', and the Troika were part of our lexicon, a €13m tourism initiative was rolled out. The Indo Daily finds out why it upset Hollywood star, Gabriel Byrne, among others, and asks on its 10th anniversary if it was a success or 'scam', and how plans are in a place to give the controversial event another outing. Host: Siobhán Maguire. Guest: Philip RyanSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.

Gerry “The Monk” Hutch has been found not guilty of murdering David Byrne in a gangland shooting at Dublin’s Regency Hotel. Hutch was acquitted by the non-jury Special Criminal Court of killing David Byrne who was gunned down in the notorious attack at a boxing weigh-in seven years ago. The three-judge court delivered its verdict today after a 13-week trial that concluded last January. What next for ‘The Monk’? Host: Fionnán Sheahan Guest: Paul Williams See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. As the verdict looms in the trial of Gerry 'the Monk' Hutch, Irish Independent News Correspondent Robin Schiller shares his first-hand account of the attack and its aftermath. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Freddie Scappaticci, the informer known as Stakeknife, has died. He was double agent at the heart of the IRA, the man in charge of executing informers was working for the British. Who was he, why did he turn and who was he really working for? Allison Morris talks to Ciarán Dunbar. This podcast was originally published in July 2022.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 as he awaits the verdict in Regency Hotel Shooting murder case. Host: Fionnán Sheahan Guest: Paul WilliamsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's been dubbed the gangland trial of the century. As the verdict in the trial of Gerry 'The Monk' Hutch looms closer, in a new three-part special, the Indo Daily examines the key players involved in the landmark trial and brings you a unique look at the notorious Regency Hotel attack that started it all. Coming tomorrow, wherever you get your podcasts. Hosts: Siobhan Maguire, Kevin Doyle and Fionnan Sheahan. Guests: Paul Williams and Robin Schiller. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 recently returned to Mauritius, about the case and continued search for justice. Host: Tabitha Monahan Guest: Allison Morris. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Joe Biden's visit to Ireland this week making the headlines, the Indo Daily looks back on other US presidential trips and asks why having Irish roots seem to matter so much to them? Host: Siobhán Maguire. Guest: John Downing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What do Aer Lingus, Albert Reynolds, an Australian monk and the Vatican have in common? The Indo Daily harks back to 1981 to find out. Host: Siobhán Maguire. Guest: Sarah CadenSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 2008 Sharon Collins was found guilty of soliciting Egyptian poker dealer Essam Eid to kill her millionaire partner PJ Howard and his two sons, so she could inherit his wealth. The elaborate conspiracy involved fake marriage certs, lethal poisoning and a hit man from the USA. Host: Kevin Doyle. Guest: Emer Connolly See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After a generation of bloodshed and division, Northern Ireland's Good Friday Agreement marked a new era in British Irish politics. But has it succeeded in its mission and is it even still relevant? The BelTel finds out. Host: Ciarán Dunbar. Guests: David McCann, Sarah Creighton and Andrew Madden.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Australian government is the latest in a long line of country officials to ban TikTok on work phones. Will Ireland follow? The Indo Daily finds out. Host: Siobhán Maguire. Guest: Adrian Weckler.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chloe, a single mother of one, Padraig, a young teacher, and Rebecca's family all have one thing in common - they are losing their homes. On today's Indo Daily we speak to those impacted by the Government's decision to end the eviction ban and find out why emigration is possibly their only option. Host: Kevin Doyle. Guest: Philip Ryan.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.

Donald Trump becomes the first former US President to be charged with a criminal offence. As America watches events unfold in New York, The Indo Daily hears the latest from Jeff Mason, Reuters White House Correspondent. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last week, Galway farmer Michael Scott was cleared of murder but found guilty of manslaughter after he reversed a teleporter into his elderly aunt, Chrissie Treacy. The Indo Daily finds out more, including what the jury didn't hear. Host: Siobhán Maguire. Guest: Nicola Anderson.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The British secret security service MI5 has raised the terror threat level in Northern Ireland to “severe” just before US President Joe Biden’s visit. It means the spy agency thinks an attack is highly likely. It comes after a senior PSNI officer suffered life-changing injuries after being shot by the New IRA. Host: Ciarán Dunbar Guest: Allison MorrisSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Enoch Burke has alleged a judge laughed, mocked and ridiculed him after he sought to raise concerns over the disclosure of documents to him by Wilson’s Hospital School. In this extra episode of the Indo Daily, we're there for the trial's conclusion. Host: Siobhán Maguire. Guest: Shane Phelan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last year passengers had to contend with overflowing queues, missing flights and dirty terminals at Dublin Airport. However, this year the concerns for passengers could be more ominous according to a whistleblower who claims that vulnerabilities could potentially lead to a terrorist attack. Host: Fionnán Sheahan Guest: Gabija Gataveckaite & Pól Ó’Conghaile See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More than a million people took to the streets across France angry at President Macron's plans to raise the retirement age from 62 to 64. Projectiles hurled and tear gas was launched in response. The Indo Daily finds out if Emmanuel Macron will push on with his controversial plans. Host: Fionnán Sheahan. Guests: Catherine Field and John Downing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a story worthy of a Hollywood writer's room, Oscar winning actress who presides over a lifestyle empire is taken to court by a man who claims she skied into him. The Indo Daily hears more and finds out why Paltrow is counter-suing for $1. Host: Siobhán Maguire. Guest: Melanie Finn. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Kilkenny hurler DJ Carey was travelling across America, attending high-profile sport events and playing golf at some of the country’s top courses, at a time when he was millions of euro in debt to AIB. The Indo Daily talks to Amy Molloy, Public Affairs Correspondent, to find out more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It remains one of the most gruesome and grotesque crimes in Ireland – a man murdered by his girlfriend’s daughters and carved into pieces. The Indo Daily hears more about Farah Noor's death at the hands of Linda and Charlotte Mulhall. Host: Siobhán Maguire. Guest: Eugene MastersonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week the Court of Appeal dismissed Graham Dwyer’s appeal against his conviction for the murder of Elaine O’Hara in 2012. Is this the end of the road for Dwyer in his bid for freedom? The Indo Daily finds out more. Host: Kevin Doyle. Guest: Shane Phelan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What happened 'Baby John', a newborn killed and discovered on a beach in Co Kerry in 1984, has never been solved. Now two people have been arrested, so the Indo Daily looks back on the tragic case and the unspeakable trauma it caused for local woman, Joanne Hayes, and her family. Host: Siobhán Maguire. Guest: John Downing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rupert Murdoch and his new girlfriend Ann Lesley Smith are set to marry this summer. The couple revealed that they got engaged on St Patrick’ Day just seven months after the 92-year-old billionaire finalised his divorce from model Jerry Hall. Media Mogul, King Maker and alleged inspiration for the hit tv show ‘Succession’ – we look behind the headlines of one of the world’s most powerful men. Host: Ellen Coyne Guest: Enda BradySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Donald J Trump has faced his fair share of controversies. But it is his alleged affair and the payment of hush money to former porn star Stormy Daniels that could see the law catching up with him. Now, with the possibility of an indictment looming, could this spell the end of Trump's 2024 presidential run? Host: Kevin Doyle. Guest: Gina LondonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the war on Ukraine enters its 392nd day, there is a sense of spectacle following a three-day state visit to Russia from China's president, Xi Jinping, while rival Japan's prime minister made a surprise trip to Kyiv in Ukraine. While the US asks China to encourage a peace deal that would ideally see Russian troops pull out of Ukraine, the world is closing in on the Russian president with an international arrest warrant on his head for war crimes involving the deportation of Ukrainian children to Russia. On today's episode of the Indo Daily, presenter Siobhán Maguire is joined by Professor of Politics at DCU, Donnacha Ó Beacháin, to find out what this means for Putin, what's in it for China, and is Eastern ally enough to ward off the West?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

He warned us of a property crash in 2007 and people didn’t listen to him. Now with house prices already at Celtic Tiger prices again, coupled with the closure of Silicon Valley Bank and the troubled Credit Suisse being bailed out – we ask Richard Curran if we are headed towards another global crisis and is now the right time to buy a house? Host: Fionnán Sheahan Guest: Richard CurranSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After one of the longest murder trials in Ireland, Patrick Quirke was found guilty of the murder of Bobby Ryan aka Mr Moonlight in 2011. But now, in a shock decision, the Supreme Court has ruled that the seizure of a computer from Quirke’s home was unlawful. What does this mean for the convicted killer, and could there be a retrial? Host: Kevin Doyle. Guest: Shane Phelan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The luxury liner Oceanos was on a voyage off the coast of South Africa when the ship began taking on water during rough seas. The ship was sinking, and the safety of the 581 passengers and crew became the unlikely responsibility of the ship's entertainer – guitarist Moss Hill. This is his remarkable story on that fateful day. Host: Fionnán Sheahan Guest: Moss HillSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John DeLorean was an eccentric but brilliant engineer who decided to manufacture a futuristic sports car in Belfast in the middle of the Troubles. Hollywood brought the iconic car to the big screen in the film Back to the Future. But John DeLorean's fall from grace was spectacular. He was charged with attempted trafficking of 24 kilograms of cocaine. Host: Ciarán Dunbar. Guest: Andrew MaddenSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.