Episode 1104: The effect of gangland war on Brian Rattigan's ex Natasha McEnroe
She was a gangsters moll who faced a crises when she tried to break up with her boyfriend, the notorious Brian Rattigan.But years on Natasha McEnroe has proven how the effects of gangland war and drug fuelled shootings can leave scars on those on the periphery of the violence as well as those intimately involved in it.Nicola speaks to Niall Donald about McEnroe and her extraordinary links to one of gangland’s most notorious criminals. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
22 Juli 19min
Episode 1103: Slane Castle killer Michael Hodgins and his 36-year long criminal career
Michael Hodgins became one of Ireland’s most notorious teenage criminals when he gunned down an innocent groundskeeper at Slane Castle in 1989.But 36 years on, Hodgins is again back before the courts after pleading guilty to money laundering after more than €322k in cash was seized from his home.Niall speaks to Eimear Rabbitt about Hodgins and his long history of criminality. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
21 Juli 11min
Episode 1102: The life and crimes of Scottish coke boss Mark Richardson
He is one of Scotland’s most notorious criminals who remains a powerful force in the underworld despite serving time behind bars.So who is Mark Richardson and what alliances has he forged in his ambitious drive to control the drug market in his hometown.Nicola speaks with Richard Elias about Richardson and his life and crimes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
21 Juli 45min
Episode 1101: Conor McGregor's antics, Liam Byrne becomes a grandad, and Tom Niland manslaughter trial
Conor McGregor is facing another civil sex assault trial in the US after papers were served to his legal team.Nicola, Eimear and Niall talk McGregor, a grandchild for Liam Byrne and a guilty plea from a man on trial for the manslaughter of tragic bachelor Tom Niland Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
18 Juli 43min
Episode 1100: Garda jailed for savage attack on ex-partner was 'disciplined' during Raonaid Murray murder probe
A garda jailed for a savage attack on his ex-partner was once disciplined during the Raonaid Murray murder probe.Ian Gillen was sentenced to 20 months for assaulting and threatening to kill his former girlfriend in 2021.Niall speaks to Eamon Dillon about how Gillen previously hit the headlines after murder victim Raonaid Murray’s family complained about his behaviour. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
18 Juli 11min
Episode 1099: Uncle admits causing niece's death by driving into gates weeks after she gave birth
A man has admitted causing the death of his 21-year-old niece just three weeks after she gave birth to a baby boy.Danny O’Donoghue drove into a set of metal gates, killing Marguerita O’Rourke just days before Christmas last year.Niall speaks to Eimear Rabbitt about the background to the horror crime that left Rathkeale in mourning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
17 Juli 8min
Episode 1098: Kinahan Cartel smuggling network exposed in undercover sting operation
A DEA undercover agent infiltrates a global drug cartel plotting to flood Australia with fentanyl. A Canadian fixer for some of the world’s most influential mobs boasts that he works for the Kinahan organisation. And the scale of the Irish mafia and its influence globally becomes apparent. Nicola speaks with Niall Donald about the Kinahans and the Canadian connection. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
17 Juli 22min
Episode 1097: Woman arrested 16 years after Steven O'Meara shot and buried alive over drugs debt
A woman is arrested by officers probing the assassination of Wicklow man Steven O’Meara, who was shot and buried in a shallow grave more than ten years ago.Nicola speaks with Niall Donald about a gangland murder and those suspected of being behind it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
16 Juli 7min
