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Shattered Lives

Shattered Lives

Reach Ireland Podcasts 271 Episodes Sep 22, 2026

Shattered Lives is Ireland's premier crime podcast, hosted by leading crime reporters Paul Healy and Michael O'Toole. It examines gangland feuds, murder investigations, major trials, and the biggest crime stories in Ireland.

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Christy Kinahan kicked out of Dubai, Nikita Hand releases book
Christy Kinahan kicked out of Dubai, Nikita Hand releases book Sep 22, 2026 2410 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. Learn more about your a
Crime Catch Up: Michael Healy Rae assaulted, Jason Hutch extradited, Trump visit
Crime Catch Up: Michael Healy Rae assaulted, Jason Hutch extradited, Trump visit Sep 17, 2026 3019 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Q&A: Kinahan will fight all the way
Q&A: Kinahan will fight all the way Sep 3, 2026 2726 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoic
Limerick murder suicide, Irish woman and husband dead in Spain
Limerick murder suicide, Irish woman and husband dead in Spain Aug 26, 2026 2211 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
M9 crash teen buried in gold coffin as more joyriding incidents occur
M9 crash teen buried in gold coffin as more joyriding incidents occur Aug 21, 2026 2239 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 mobste
Five teens killed in ‘joyride’ crash and an innocent family caught in the crossfire
Five teens killed in ‘joyride’ crash and an innocent family caught in the crossfire Aug 18, 2026 2574 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 Wh
Daniel Kinahan’s first night in prison and what’s next
Daniel Kinahan’s first night in prison and what’s next Aug 10, 2026 2344 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. Download SAILY in your app store and use our code shatteredlives at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase! For
Daniel Kinahan in court: What happened
Daniel Kinahan in court: What happened Aug 9, 2026 513 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Daniel Kinahan on the way home
Daniel Kinahan on the way home Aug 9, 2026 2164 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 e
Daniel Kinahan extradition and his bizarre interview
Daniel Kinahan extradition and his bizarre interview Aug 4, 2026 2327 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
Q&A: Did we fan the flames of the ‘far-right’?
Q&A: Did we fan the flames of the ‘far-right’? Jul 30, 2026 3426 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. Learn more about you
Museum worker accused of storing bomb in Collins Barracks
Museum worker accused of storing bomb in Collins Barracks Jul 27, 2026 2272 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 claimin

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