Shattered Lives
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- 12 Nov 2026
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Shattered Lives is Ireland’s premier crime podcast. It’s hosted by Paul Healy and Michael O’Toole, two of Ireland’s leading crime reporters. It examines gangland feuds, murder investigations, major trials, and the biggest crime stories in Ireland.
Épisodes 315
Talking to a killer, bomb threats, Darren Hoolahan murder
Paul and Mick discuss the jailing of Hasan Ali Gori over the murder of pensioner Josephine Ray in Nenagh. Paul discusses confronting Gori before he was convicted and how his demeanour was cold. They also …
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Paul and Mick discuss the jailing of Hasan Ali Gori over the murder of pensioner Josephine Ray in Nenagh. Paul discusses confronting Gori before he was convicted and how his demeanour was cold. They also discuss the wave of bomb threats across Ireland amid the EU summit and the suspected kidnapping and murder of Darren Hoolahan by the Kinahan cartel in Spain.
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Family of slain Garda want answers, arson in Dublin
Paul and Mick discuss the horrific petrol bomb attack on an innocent young family in Dublin this week. They also talk about the Garda Ombudsman investigation into claims that murdered Detective Garda Colm …
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Paul and Mick discuss the horrific petrol bomb attack on an innocent young family in Dublin this week. They also talk about the Garda Ombudsman investigation into claims that murdered Detective Garda Colm Horkan had a defective holster when he was murdered. Mr Horkan’s family say they feel let down by the Minister for Justice and say the Ombudsman knew about the claims before he was even killed. Mick and Paul also discuss the latest about a senior prison officer who was facing suspension over alleged security breaches in Ireland’s maximum security prison.
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Security breach in Portlaoise Prison as senior officer faces suspension over Kinahan and Iran calls
Paul and Mick discuss the shocking story of a senior prison officer in the Ireland’s maximum security prison facing suspension from his job over serious alleged security breaches surrounding Daniel Kinahan and …
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Paul and Mick discuss the shocking story of a senior prison officer in the Ireland’s maximum security prison facing suspension from his job over serious alleged security breaches surrounding Daniel Kinahan and others. The senior officer was informed on Friday that he is facing disciplinary proceedings over claims he facilitated an accused drug trafficker in making unsanctioned phone calls to Kinahan and others as well as an unsupervised call to Iran. He’s also accused of having unsanctioned clothing delivered to Kinahan in a further security blunder in Portlaoise Prison’s secure A Block.
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Sean McGovern complains about prison conditions
Paul and Mick discuss the court appearance of of Daniel Simion Toader who is charged with the murder of 48-year-old Loredana Morosanu at their home in Finglas. They also discuss other crime stories such as …
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Paul and Mick discuss the court appearance of of Daniel Simion Toader who is charged with the murder of 48-year-old Loredana Morosanu at their home in Finglas. They also discuss other crime stories such as Kinahan cartel lieutenant Sean McGovern’s claims in court as he sues Portlaoise Prison over his conditions, and the curious case of the death of a mental patient in a prison van.
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‘The PSNI failed Noah’
Mick talks to investigative journalist Donal MacIntyre, who has just published a book on the Noah Donohoe mystery. Donal pulls no punches in his assessment of the PSNI investigation into the 14-year-old’s …
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Mick talks to investigative journalist Donal MacIntyre, who has just published a book on the Noah Donohoe mystery. Donal pulls no punches in his assessment of the PSNI investigation into the 14-year-old’s disappearance and death.
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'VICTIMS OF A WEB OF EVIL!' Heartbreak as Waterford Family of Four Laid to Rest After Arson
Heartbreaking scenes in Waterford as family and friends gathered to say their final goodbyes to Philip and Kim English and their two sons, Callum, 12, and Jayden, 9, who died in a suspected arson attack on …
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Heartbreaking scenes in Waterford as family and friends gathered to say their final goodbyes to Philip and Kim English and their two sons, Callum, 12, and Jayden, 9, who died in a suspected arson attack on their home. Mourners at Sacred Heart Church remembered them as "a beautiful family who did no wrong to anybody", while parish priest Fr Gerry Chestnutt described their deaths as "an act of total evil". Gardaí have launched a murder investigation into the devastating tragedy that has left the Waterford community in mourning.
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'THAT'S WHAT YOU CALL A HERO' Son Reveals Dad Saved Two Children Before Dying in Waterford Arson
The son of a Waterford arson victim has revealed he fears for his own life after speaking out about the horrific attack that killed four members of his family. Philip and Kim English and their two young sons …
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The son of a Waterford arson victim has revealed he fears for his own life after speaking out about the horrific attack that killed four members of his family. Philip and Kim English and their two young sons, Callum and Jayden, were killed when their family home in Waterford City was deliberately set on fire on October 13, 2026. Two other children survived and were hospitalised with serious injuries. In an emotional interview with the Irish Mirror's Shattered Lives podcast, John James English reveals he warned his family about potential danger before the attack and claims they had endured months of intimidation. "I'M IN FEAR OF MY OWN LIFE," he admits, revealing he has received threats and online abuse since speaking publicly. John James also shares the heartbreaking account of how his father reportedly rescued two children from the burning house before losing his life, describing him as a hero. He speaks about the family's efforts to move away, his concerns over the Garda response and his determination to secure justice for his father, stepmother and two young brothers.
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Waterford manhunt
Mick is joined by colleague Danny De Vaal to discuss the horror arson attack in Waterford that killed four members of the innocent English family. They examine the Garda probe into the tragedy - and explain why …
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Mick is joined by colleague Danny De Vaal to discuss the horror arson attack in Waterford that killed four members of the innocent English family. They examine the Garda probe into the tragedy - and explain why officers believe the family were targeted.
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Kinahan wants bail
Mick was in the Special Criminal Court on Monday for Daniel Kinahan’s third appearance since his extradition from Dubai in August. He brings us through what happened and reports on strong comments by Kinahan’s …
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Mick was in the Special Criminal Court on Monday for Daniel Kinahan’s third appearance since his extradition from Dubai in August. He brings us through what happened and reports on strong comments by Kinahan’s human rights lawyer Darragh Mackin. He also reveals that Kinahan is going for bail in a matter of weeks. And he examines the single charge against Kinahan - and discusses what feud events are likely to be included in the mammoth Garda file that will be put before the court next year.
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Where Will Christy Kinahan Go Next?
In the latest Shattered Lives Q&A episode, Mick O’Toole and Paul Healy discuss the uncertainty surrounding Christy Kinahan’s whereabouts following reports of his departure from Dubai, including where he could …
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In the latest Shattered Lives Q&A episode, Mick O’Toole and Paul Healy discuss the uncertainty surrounding Christy Kinahan’s whereabouts following reports of his departure from Dubai, including where he could go next and what the developments could mean for his family. They also answer listeners questions about some of Ireland’s most high-profile murder cases, the criminal lawyers who have made an impression on them in court, their favourite crime writers and their own experiences of writing books.
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Daniel Kinahan back in court as ex gangster pal defends him
Paul and Mick attend the second court appearance of alleged mob boss Daniel Kinahan in Dublin. Kinahan appeared via video link as the court heard that Darragh Mackin of Phoenix Law is to represent him …
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Paul and Mick attend the second court appearance of alleged mob boss Daniel Kinahan in Dublin. Kinahan appeared via video link as the court heard that Darragh Mackin of Phoenix Law is to represent him. Meanwhile they spoke to Kinahan’s friend - ex British gangster Marvin Herbert, who came to court to support him. Herbert claimed Kinahan wasn’t going to get a fair trial.
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Couple charged with perjury in Conor McGregor case
Paul and Mick discuss the RTE Prime Time programme on so called ‘vigilante’ groups that target predators and whether or not they’re justified in what they do. They also discuss the week’s crime stories so far …
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Paul and Mick discuss the RTE Prime Time programme on so called ‘vigilante’ groups that target predators and whether or not they’re justified in what they do. They also discuss the week’s crime stories so far, such as the court appearance of Samantha O’Reilly and Stephen Cummins, who are accused of making false statements during the appeal of UFC fighter Conor McGregor against a civil finding that he assaulted Nikita Hand.
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Detective who investigated Conor McGregor found Nikita Hand to be ‘credible’
Paul and Mick discuss his story that Detective Sergeant Peter Woods, who investigated Nikita Hand’s claims against UFC fighter Conor McGregor to be credible. The experienced detective spoke of his …
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Paul and Mick discuss his story that Detective Sergeant Peter Woods, who investigated Nikita Hand’s claims against UFC fighter Conor McGregor to be credible. The experienced detective spoke of his disappointment that the DPP did not level any charge against McGregor. They also discuss two shooting incidents in Dublin, a man charged with the murder of Robbie Lawlor, and the Justice Minister’s surprising comments about Christy Kinahan.
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Christy Kinahan kicked out of Dubai, Nikita Hand releases book
Mick and Paul discuss the release of Nikita Hand’s book about the rape claims she made against Conor McGregor. They also discuss a new legal statement by James Lawrence, who a jury found did not assault Nikita …
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Mick and Paul discuss the release of Nikita Hand’s book about the rape claims she made against Conor McGregor. They also discuss a new legal statement by James Lawrence, who a jury found did not assault Nikita. They also discuss a decision by the United Arab Emirates to revoke mob boss Christy Kinahan Sr’s visa and have given him just days to leave his Middle Eastern haven.
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Crime Catch Up: Michael Healy Rae assaulted, Jason Hutch extradited, Trump visit
Paul and Mick discuss all the latest crime stories from the assault of Michael Healy Rae TD to whistleblower concerns within An Garda Siochana. They also discuss the extradition of Jason Hutch, the death of …
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Paul and Mick discuss all the latest crime stories from the assault of Michael Healy Rae TD to whistleblower concerns within An Garda Siochana. They also discuss the extradition of Jason Hutch, the death of Natasha Connors Kernan and more.
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Q&A: Kinahan will fight all the way
Paul and Mick answer more of your questions, and reveal some of their trade secrets. The pair also talk about the impact of social media on crime reporting. They explain why Kinahan mobster Sean McGovern did …
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Paul and Mick answer more of your questions, and reveal some of their trade secrets. The pair also talk about the impact of social media on crime reporting. They explain why Kinahan mobster Sean McGovern did not get a life sentence while other gang members did. And they talk about some of their most embarrassing moments in the job.
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Limerick murder suicide, Irish woman and husband dead in Spain
Paul and Mick discuss the horrific murder suicide of Jady Cristine Pereira Rosa who was stabbed to death at her home in Limerick. Her husband then took his own life in Co Cork. They also discuss the tragic …
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Paul and Mick discuss the horrific murder suicide of Jady Cristine Pereira Rosa who was stabbed to death at her home in Limerick. Her husband then took his own life in Co Cork. They also discuss the tragic death of an Irish woman and her husband who were found dead in a hot tub in Spain, as well as other crime stories of the week
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M9 crash teen buried in gold coffin as more joyriding incidents occur
Paul and Mick discuss the public outcry after 5 teen boys died in a crash on the M9 and some of their funerals take place today. A fundraiser has also been launched for the three women and child injured in the …
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Paul and Mick discuss the public outcry after 5 teen boys died in a crash on the M9 and some of their funerals take place today. A fundraiser has also been launched for the three women and child injured in the incident. Gardai are now investigating further incidents in which teen criminals have driven the wrong way down the motorway even in the wake of this tragedy. Meanwhile Kinahan cartel mobster Sean McGovern is suing Irish Prison Service and Gardai are investigating a suspicions death in Co Cavan
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Five teens killed in ‘joyride’ crash and an innocent family caught in the crossfire
Mick and Paul discuss the shocking tragedy on the M9 in Co Kildare which claimed the lives of 5 teenagers and saw a young family on the way to the airport seriously injured in the process. The crash has stunned …
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Mick and Paul discuss the shocking tragedy on the M9 in Co Kildare which claimed the lives of 5 teenagers and saw a young family on the way to the airport seriously injured in the process. The crash has stunned the country and seen an outcry in terms of how Gardai are allowed police these types of incidents and how the government should respond. They also discuss the murder of a man in Dublin’s Wheatfield Prison and how the suspect has now found himself in further trouble following his arrest over the weekend.
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Daniel Kinahan’s first night in prison and what’s next
Mick and Paul discuss in detail the court appearance of Daniel Kinahan last night and the background to breaking the story over the weekend. They also discuss Kinahan’s first night in Portlaoise Prison and what …
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Mick and Paul discuss in detail the court appearance of Daniel Kinahan last night and the background to breaking the story over the weekend. They also discuss Kinahan’s first night in Portlaoise Prison and what kind of conditions he is subject to while he awaits trial.
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Daniel Kinahan in court: What happened
Paul and Mick take you through the dramatic late night Special Criminal Court hearing of Daniel Kinahan after he was extradited to Ireland from Dubai. Kinahan was charged with directing a criminal organisation …
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Paul and Mick take you through the dramatic late night Special Criminal Court hearing of Daniel Kinahan after he was extradited to Ireland from Dubai. Kinahan was charged with directing a criminal organisation and remanded into custody at Portlaoise Prison.
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Daniel Kinahan on the way home
In a special episode Paul and Mick discuss the extradition of mob boss Daniel Kinahan as the government jet makes its way to Dublin from Dubai. The flight is in the air and Kinahan is set to appear before a …
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In a special episode Paul and Mick discuss the extradition of mob boss Daniel Kinahan as the government jet makes its way to Dublin from Dubai. The flight is in the air and Kinahan is set to appear before a sitting of the Special Criminal Court tonight. Kinahan is accused of directing a criminal organisation. Download SAILY in your app store and use our code shatteredlives at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase! For further details go to https://saily.com/shatteredlives ⛵
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Daniel Kinahan extradition and his bizarre interview
Paul and Mick discuss the imminent return of mob boss Daniel Kinahan to Irish soil and the massive security operation that has been prepared. The Irish Prison Service have purchased a brand new bullet and …
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Paul and Mick discuss the imminent return of mob boss Daniel Kinahan to Irish soil and the massive security operation that has been prepared. The Irish Prison Service have purchased a brand new bullet and bomb-proof van for the occasion, while security has been significantly increased around Portlaoise Prison. Meanwhile Gardai and the Defence Forces prepare to fly Kinahan home in a tight operation in the coming days.
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Q&A: Did we fan the flames of the ‘far-right’?
Paul and Mick answer more of your questions from whether Ruth Coppinger TD was right to criticise the media over our coverage of the Jamey Carney murder to where are the main players of the Kinahan Hutch feud …
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Paul and Mick answer more of your questions from whether Ruth Coppinger TD was right to criticise the media over our coverage of the Jamey Carney murder to where are the main players of the Kinahan Hutch feud now. They also answer questions about the cases of Jonathan Gill, Brian Grendon and Daniel Kinahan, as well as questions about sources and whether they’re writing a book.
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Museum worker accused of storing bomb in Collins Barracks
Paul and Mick discuss the cases of Simon O’Donovan and Isobella Perrie Sullivan who are charged in relation to the discovery of a Semtex bomb in a car in Co Monaghan last week. Mr O’Donovan was brought before …
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Paul and Mick discuss the cases of Simon O’Donovan and Isobella Perrie Sullivan who are charged in relation to the discovery of a Semtex bomb in a car in Co Monaghan last week. Mr O’Donovan was brought before the Special Criminal Court which heard how it is alleged he stored the bomb in the National Museum in Collins Barracks. Ms Sullivan meanwhile has been granted bail, with her solicitor claiming she was “manipulated” into carrying a black hold-all bag which she did not know the contents of. Mick and Paul also discuss the four road deaths across Ireland over the weekend and how disgraced GAA star DJ Carey ended up in hospital.
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Landlord found in ‘hidden’ room speaks out, dissident bomb plot foiled
Paul and Mick discuss the major Garda operation that foiled a dissident bomb plot after a car was intercepted in Co Monaghan. They also discuss the bizarre story of a booking.com rental in which the landlord …
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Paul and Mick discuss the major Garda operation that foiled a dissident bomb plot after a car was intercepted in Co Monaghan. They also discuss the bizarre story of a booking.com rental in which the landlord was discovered behind a wall. Paul spoke to the landlord in question who gave his own version of events. Paul and Mick also discuss the latest events in Waterford this week after a woman was stabbed at a church - and the suspension of a Garda for alleged actions abroad. Download SAILY in your app store and use our code shatteredlives at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase! For further details go to https://saily.com/shatteredlives ⛵
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Woman stabbed during prayers at Waterford church
Paul reports from Tramore Co Waterford where a woman was stabbed as she said prayers before Mass. A man has been arrested over the shocking attack which took place inside the church before 10am. Download SAILY …
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Paul reports from Tramore Co Waterford where a woman was stabbed as she said prayers before Mass. A man has been arrested over the shocking attack which took place inside the church before 10am. Download SAILY in your app store and use our code shatteredlives at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase! For further details go to https://saily.com/shatteredlives ⛵
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Jamey Carney laid to rest as family of murder suspect say ‘innocent until proven guilty’
Paul and Mick discuss the latest in the ongoing investigation into the murder of American mother of one Jamey Carney in Kerry. Jamey’s devastated family laid her to rest during an emotional funeral service …
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Paul and Mick discuss the latest in the ongoing investigation into the murder of American mother of one Jamey Carney in Kerry. Jamey’s devastated family laid her to rest during an emotional funeral service during the week. It comes as the family of person of interest Ahmad Al-Saqar have released a statement. Meanwhile disgraced soldier Cathal Crotty is about to be released from prison.
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Boyfriend of murder victim Jamey Carney arrested in Jordan
Paul and Mick discuss the major development in the investigation into the murder of American national Jamey Carney in Kerry. Ahmed Al-Saqar has been arrested by Jordanian police after leaving Ireland in the …
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Paul and Mick discuss the major development in the investigation into the murder of American national Jamey Carney in Kerry. Ahmed Al-Saqar has been arrested by Jordanian police after leaving Ireland in the hours before Ms Carney’s body was discovered. More details have also emerged about Al-Saqar’s asylum seeking status and relationship with Ms Carney.
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Jamey Carney murder suspect flees Ireland
Mick and Paul discuss the murder of American mother of one Jamey Carney in Killarney, Co Kerry. They discuss how the killing has shocked Ireland and how the suspect has now fled the country, complicating the …
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Mick and Paul discuss the murder of American mother of one Jamey Carney in Killarney, Co Kerry. They discuss how the killing has shocked Ireland and how the suspect has now fled the country, complicating the Garda investigation.
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