Liberation Day: Trump’s tariffs and trouble for Ireland
‘Liberation Day’ is upon us and Donald Trump's tariffs are about to hit hard. How will this affect Ireland, what sectors are in trouble and how many jobs could be on the line? Host: Tabitha Monahan Guests: John Burns & Lorcan NyhanSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Limos, luxury & loose receipts: The expense scandals that cost TDs everything
Verona Murphy currently occupies the hottest seat in Dáil Éireann, despite the ongoing efforts of opposition leaders to oust her. The last time a Ceann Comhairle was left with no choice but to tender their resignation was quite the scandal, with limousines, government jets, and €900 hotel rooms all ultimately accounted for. On todays podcast we dive in some of Irish politic’s most notable expenses-themed controversies to have rocked the Dail. Host; Ellen Coyne, Guests Senan Molony and Gabija GataveckaiteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Downfall: One year on from Jeffrey Donaldson’s shock resignation and accusations
One year ago, on March 29, a political earthquake shook Northern Ireland. DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson had resigned and had been suspended from the party after being charged with historical sexual offences. How did that day play out and what impact has the scandal had on Northern Ireland? Today’s Indo Daily comes from our sister podcast The BelTel. Host: Ciarán Dunbar Guest: Suzanne BreenSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Succeeding the Kinahan cartel: Meet ‘The Family’
The illegal drugs trade is a constantly evolving landscape dictated by the rise and fall of its major players. With the notorious Kinahan cartel under intense pressure from law enforcement in recent years, a gap was created in the drugs market for a new kingpin. The top spot is never empty for long. Step forward ‘The Family’ - Ireland’s largest drug-trafficking network after the Kinahans effectively ceased its activities here. How has ‘The Family’ managed to rise up through the criminal underworld? And how do gardaí plan to take them down? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Private Sean Rooney: A deadly night in Lebanon and the delayed fight for justice
In December 2022, a convoy rolled through the dark roads of south Lebanon. It should have been a routine journey, but for Private Sean Rooney, a young Irish peacekeeper, it was his last. His killing sent shockwaves through the UN mission. Yet beyond the headlines, many questions remain unanswered. Pte Rooney’s family is still wondering if they will ever get justice. Host: Kevin Doyle Guests: Declan Power and Conor Feehan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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