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A compelling new documentary ‘Lost Boys- Belfast’s Missing Children’ has shed new light on the mysterious disappearance of FIVE children at the height of the Troubles. Only one body was recovered. All these tragic cases remain unsolved and unresolved. Were these cases linked? Host: Sharon O'Neill. Guests: Des Henderson and Anne Spence. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, the Central Criminal Court heard more evidence from Jozef Puska, the man accused of murdering school teacher Ashling Murphy. He told the Central Criminal Court that he was assaulted by a man with a knife who then followed Ashling Murphy into a ditch and attacked her. Host: Kevin Doyle. Guest: Eimear Cotter. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The retrial of Molly and Tom Martens for the brutal killing of Jason Corbett has seen their defence put forward dramatic claims against the deceased Irishman this week. We hear the latest Ralph Riegal in North Carolina. For more on this story, here's the recent recap mentioned in this episode. https://www.independent.ie/podcasts/the-indo-daily/the-indo-daily-revisited-the-killing-of-jason-corbett-...

Since the Russia - Ukraine war broke out in 2022, Ireland has welcomed nearly 100,000 Ukrainian refugees. However, with an already stretched housing sector, can Ireland continue to provide the same level of welfare to those seeking safety? Host: Fionnán Sheahan. Guest: John Downing See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's been 3 years since these families in Meath put down a deposit on their dream homes. Now, after a bombshell request from the developer, they're facing a nightmare decision. Pay 60k more in the hopes of bringing it to completion, or walk away in the middle of a housing crisis? Host: Ellen Coyne. Guests: Amy Molloy and Ciara Ryan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

50 years ago this week, Mountjoy Prison played host to one of the most dramatic escapes in history. It was a Halloween horror show for the onlooking guards as prominent Provisional IRA figures took to the sky. Host: Kevin Doyle. Guest: Liam Collins. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The ‘Glenanne Gang’ were responsible for up 120 murders including the Dublin Monaghan bombings, the Miami Showband massacre, and scores of other sectarian killings. James Mitchell’s farm was the base of the ‘Glenanne Gang’, a mix of loyalist paramilitaries and rogue members of the security forces. Martin Breen, Deputy Editor-in-Chief at Belfast Telegraph and Sunday Life has had a personal run in w...

This week, the retrial of Tom and Molly Martens gets underway in North Carolina. The pair were previously convicted of the brutal killing of Limerick businessman Jason Corbett in August 2015. Presenter Fionnán Sheahan was joined by the Irish Independent’s Ralph Riegel to examine the details of Jason Corbett’s murder. This episode was first broadcast in September 2022. See omnystudio.com/listener f...

Recent stories about Wix and the Web Summit have shown that airing personal views online can have serious professional consequences. Where is the line between the private and professional on social media and can expressing political sympathies cost you your job? Host: Ellen Coyne. Guests: Adrian Weckler and Julie Galbraith See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Donations to the Royals, discussing nuclear submarines with US Presidents and influencing Prime Ministers. We delve into the world of Australian billionaire Anthony Pratt. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Although Irish billionaire John Magnier famously avoids the media spotlight - he's been no stranger to public battles over the years. We hear how a handshake deal over a Tipperary estate is currently headed for the High Court, how Alex Ferguson went from friend to foe and why the British art establishment battled to keep a painting in the UK. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While the Wagatha Christie trial is long behind us, a new documentary featuring Coleen Rooney claims it will show audiences the truth behind the controversy. Is there anything new in the Disney Plus show? And does this new wave of celebrity documentaries show the full story or gloss over the trickier parts of these stars' lives? Host: Fionnán Sheahan. Guests: Dee Molumby and Dave Hanratty. See omn...

With war raging in the Middle East and Europe, we ask; have the lessons of the 20th century been forgotten? What are the rules of engagement for modern warfare? and who can we trust to enforce them? Host: Kevin Doyle Guest: Declan Power See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Following claims last week by Web Summit founder Paddy Cosgrave that Israel was engaging in “war crimes” in the Gaza Strip, a number of big-name guests have withdrawn from the tech conference in Lisbon next month. Adrian Weckler from The Big Tech Show speaks to Irish Independent reporter, Tabitha Monahan, about the impact that this will have on the organisation. Host: Adrian Weckler Guest: Tabitha...

Gangland criminal James 'Nellie Walsh' is a hunted man... but this time it's not by Gardaí. In fact, they have issued him with a warning that his life is in danger. So who is he? Why is he a target? And how has a 10-year-old feud spilled into murder, arson and even TikTok? Host: Fionnán Sheahan Guest: Ken Foy See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A garda and a colleague attempted CPR and chest compressions to Ashling for ten to 15 minutes after they arrived at the Grand Canal in Tullamore. The latest from the Ashling Murphy murder trial. Host: Fionnán Sheahan Guest: Catherine Fegan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

He conquered the fighting world, and now Conor McGregor is quietly constructing a property portfolio across Dubin that includes pubs and apartments worth millions. Aside from his business ventures, there is speculation that McGregor will return to the octagon as soon as December this year. But controversy has erupted at the UFC, which has resulted in them parting ways with the U.S. Anti-Doping Age...

A woman out for a jog along the Grand Canal in Tullamore saw a man crouched over a girl who was lying on the ground and "kicking so hard", the jury in the Ashling Murphy trial heard today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Murder accused Jozef Puska told gardaí "I did it. I murdered. I am the murderer" when officers spoke to him two days after Ashling Murphy died, the Central Criminal Court heard today. The Indo Daily looks at the opening statements in the murder trial of the young Tullamore teacher.    Host: Fionnán Sheahan   Guest: Catherine Fegan   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the world holds its breath as Israeli forces prepare to take action against Hamas, what is the current situation in Gaza and how could events there have an impact on the region and the world? Host; Fionnán Sheahan Guests: Bel Trew, Ruth Eglash and Shona Murray See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For Eoin O’Brien, a Dublin expat living in Bangkok, securing a part in a blockbuster film was the dream of a lifetime. But the Hollywood producer who he thought was giving him his big break was not who they said they were. Host: Fionnán Sheahan Guest: Eoin O’Brien See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An architect has been accused of killing three women whose bodies were found close together in 2010 on Gilgo Beach, Long Island. Investigators have said they expect to charge him with the murder of a fourth woman: Maureen Brainard-Barnes. The women, were among 11 sets of human remains found on the beach. Host: Kevin Doyle. Guest: Sheila Flynn See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

RTÉ director-general Kevin Bakhurst came in for a grilling at the Public Accounts Committee on the actions and future for RTE. From talks of insolvency to redundancies, what is the future for the national broadcaster? Host: Fionnán Sheahan Guest: Ellen Coyne See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tina Satchwell mysteriously disappeared from her home in Youghal, Co Cork in March 2017. Gardai have now arrested a man in connection with the murder case. The Indo Daily come live from Cork as the story unfolds. Host: Fionnán Sheahan   Guest: Ralph Riegel Previous episode available here:https://www.independent.ie/podcasts/the-indo-daily/the-indo-daily-the-mysterious-disappearance-of-tina-satchwel...

After 14 years on the couch at ITV's 'This Morning', Holly Willoughby has officially called it a day. The shock announcement came after a tumultuous year for the breakfast show team which culminated in British TV's golden girl becoming the target of a plot to kidnap and murder her. Host: Tabitha Monahan Guest: Sarah Caden See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.