The MOTH NEWS Podcast

Today’s programme begins with the latest developments from the inquest into the death of 14-year-old Noah Donohoe. We examine key evidence heard this week — including missed CCTV, unavailable footage from a funeral home, and questions raised around how the early investigation was carried out. We also look at a new report highlighting how children in deprived areas are being drawn into criminal act...

Today’s special programme takes a closer look at the ongoing inquest into the death of 14-year-old Noah Donohoe. As new evidence continues to emerge, we step through what the inquest has heard so far — from toxicology findings and expert testimony, to the timeline of events in the hours after Noah disappeared. We examine key elements that are raising questions for many following the case, includin...

This week on MOTH News Live, we bring you the latest developments from the Noah Donohoe inquest in Belfast, where expert testimony has described the case as “one of the most extraordinary” encountered by a forensic pathologist. We’ll break down the key evidence heard in court this week, including what medical experts agreed on about the cause and timing of Noah’s death. We’ll also look at the deba...

Tomorrow on MOTH News Live, we examine the growing questions around the Epstein files and the Irish connections being discussed this week. As more documents and correspondence emerge internationally, the debate is widening: should Ireland carry out its own inquiry if Irish names or business networks appear in the material? We’ll also look at rising tensions in the Middle East following the latest...

Ireland is drowning long before COP30 can save it. In this episode, we start in North Kerry, where a homeowner watched floodwater surround her home while hedge-cutting debris piled up in a stream like a “beaver dam.” We use a Futurama clip to explain why climate summits still matter, break down what COP30 actually delivered in Belém, and look at why Ireland keeps ending up in court over its climat...

MOTH News Live — Friday 20 NovemberThis week: US businessman Jeff Leo faces a High Court grilling over €60 million in disputed assets, unfiled accounts, and a secret stake in an IPAS accommodation centre. Keith breaks down what it means — and why it matters. Also:The real story behind the Beyond the Pale Festival rescueOscar explains how FOI requests hold the State to accountAnd Ireland’s playoff...

Moth News Live returns with a brand new format! Host Keith Walsh, joined by Al and Oscar, leads a high-stakes investigation into three stories the establishment doesn't want discussed. This week, we are asking who is financially benefiting from Ireland's ongoing crises. Keith begins by dissecting Simon Harris's suggestion that immigration is the core housing problem, arguing instead th...

Neil Giles of Stop the Traffik says the pattern of trafficking has changed, with more victims from Nigeria and Ghana who are exploited long before reaching Europe. He argues that prevention begins with lived-experience narratives and digital outreach. Campaigns on Facebook and Instagram Lite warn communities about false job offers and scams. Giles cites Desmond Tutu’s analogy: instead of rescuing...

Miriam Moriarty Owens, one of four Boarded‑Out survivors sleeping rough outside Leinster House, discusses the 40‑day hunger strike, the meeting with Taoiseach Micheál Martin, the role of the upcoming mediator, and the demand for a written HAA medical, state pension and official apology.

MOTH News Live — Friday, November 7thSurvivors of Ireland’s industrial schools are on hunger strike outside the Dáil — demanding medical cards and pensions they’re already entitled to. Keith Walsh speaks with Miriam Moriarty Owens, whose story of violence and survival under the Sisters of Mercy exposes how little has really changed.

If you’ve ever wondered why it’s so hard to get a mortgage in Ireland — even when you’re doing everything right — or why repossessions are still happening over loans taken out during the Celtic Tiger, then this next conversation is one you need to hear. Cormac Butler is a financial consultant, a former derivatives specialist, and a whistleblower who’s been raising the alarm about serious problems...

On today’s MOTH News Live, Keith Walsh is joined by Al for the stories behind the headlines The latest on Jeff Leo's promised repayments. Will he make it on time and what happens next Sports journalist Philip O’Connor joins us live from Sweden to preview the UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 Final: Spain vs England. Ireland may not be there, but we can’t afford to sit out the conversation. Hosted on Acast. S...

This week on MOTHCAST: Unvetted , we’re joined producer, and activist Áine O’Neill for a powerful and unfiltered conversation about one of the most controversial cultural moments of the year: Irish rap trio Kneecap’s explosive performance at Coachella. Fresh from a 12-day visit to Palestine , Áine shares what she witnessed on the ground, why she speaks out for Palestinian rights, the backlash to K...

“The Grace Case, All Over Again?” This episode featurs a powerful and urgent conversation that echoes one of Ireland’s most harrowing scandals — the Grace case. Philip O'Connor speaks exclusively to solicitor Caoimhe Haughey , who represents Caitlin Hassan , a young autistic woman who alleges she was raped while in State-funded care. Senator Tom Clonan has called this “the Grace case happening aga...

In this episode of MOTHCAST – Unvetted , MOTH News chief reporter Philip O’Connor sits down with People Before Profit TD Paul Murphy for a wide-ranging and unfiltered conversation. Can the current opposition parties really form the next Irish government? What role does Michael Lowry still play in shaping outcomes? Is protest still a powerful tool for change, or has it been neutralised? Paul and Ph...

A few weeks ago, Irish comedian and activist Tadhg Hickey, found himself at the center of a media storm after attending the funeral of Hizbullah leader Hassan Nasrallah. Critical articles in the Irish Independent and Irish Times accused him of ‘foreign policy stupidity’ and aligning with controversial figures. Supporters argue this is an unfair hit piece, while critics say he has crossed a line. O...

In this episode, former Danish Minister for Greenland (1982-1987) Tom Hoyem sits down with MOTH NEWS chief reporter Philip O’Connor to discuss one of the most bizarre geopolitical proposals in recent history—Donald Trump’s grand plan to buy Greenland. Why would the U.S. want it? How valuable is the territory? And would Greenlanders be happy to become the 51st state? Hoyem offers insider insights,...

In this urgent special report, we go live to Örebro, Sweden, where journalist Philip O’Connor is on the ground covering the tragic school shooting at Risbergska school. With 10 confirmed dead , including the suspected gunman, this is being called the worst mass shooting in Swedish history . What happened? Who was behind it? And how is Sweden responding? Listen now for the latest updates and eyewit...

MOTHCAST - Unvetted, from MOTH NEWS – The Rise of Far-Right Fight Clubs & the UFC’s Antisemitism Problem In this episode of MOTHCAST Unvetted, journalist Karim Zidan joins Philip O’Connor to discuss the troubling connections between combat sports and political extremism. Zidan, whose work has appeared in The New York Times and The Guardian, is the founder of Sports Politika, a multimedia platf...

Unvetted: Episode 2 A Strand of The MOTH NEWS Podcast, MOTHCAST Welcome back to Unvetted , where we dig into the stories that the mainstream media just isn’t telling. On this strand of the MOTH NEWS Podcast, MOTHCAST , our head reporter Philip O’Connor sits down with past, present, and potential future guests of the broadcast for in-depth conversations about the topics that matter, the stories beh...

Unvetted: Episode 2 A Strand of The MOTH NEWS Podcast - MOTHCAST Welcome back to Unvetted , where we dig into the stories that the mainstream media just isn’t telling. On this strand of the MOTH NEWS Podcast, MOTHCAST , our head reporter Philip O’Connor sits down with past, present, and potential future guests of the broadcast for in-depth conversations about the topics that matter, the stories be...

Welcome to the MOTHCAST the MOTH News Podcast! 🎙️ MOTH stands for Monopoly of Truth , and we’re dedicated to cutting through the noise to uncover the stories that truly matter. In a media landscape often influenced by vested interests, our mission is to deliver transparency, ask tough questions, and provide a platform for in-depth conversations that empower you to think critically about the world...