Episode 1107: Q&A - The Monk and the General's rivalry and an exciting live show update
The notorious Westies and their rapid rise and fall at the start of the cocaine boom, the Kinahans and their ongoing status in the United Arab Emirates, and the communities that stand on the front line of the drugs industry.This is part two of a Q&A where Nicola and Niall answer your questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
23 Juli 24min
Episode 1106: Q&A - Exposing the Kinahans' Dubai hideout and the history of the notorious Westies gang
The notorious Westies and their rapid rise and fall at the start of the cocaine boom, the Kinahans and their ongoing status in the United Arab Emirates, and the communities that stand on the front line of the drugs industry.This is part one of a Q&A where Nicola and Niall answer your questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
23 Juli 23min
Episode 1105: Mark McCourt's failed plan to smuggle firearms over the border
A weapons stash leads gardaí to unravel a gangland supplier of dangerous firearms. A 34-year-old man pleads guilty to his role in the enterprise.Nicola speaks to Niall Donald about the assortment of dangerous weapons that found their way into the hands of the underworld's youngest and most volatile criminals. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
22 Juli 8min
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
