Shattered Lives

Jaksot

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  'THAT'S WHAT YOU CALL A HERO' Son Reveals Dad Saved Two Children Before Dying in Waterford Arson 16.10.2026 21min

  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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Waterford manhunt 14.10.2026 30min

  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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Kinahan wants bail 13.10.2026 24min

  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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Where Will Christy Kinahan Go Next? 09.10.2026 22min

  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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Daniel Kinahan back in court as ex gangster pal defends him 05.10.2026 29min

  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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Couple charged with perjury in Conor McGregor case 30.09.2026 32min

  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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Detective who investigated Conor McGregor found Nikita Hand to be ‘credible’ 26.09.2026 36min

  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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Christy Kinahan kicked out of Dubai, Nikita Hand releases book 22.09.2026 40min

  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 ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Crime Catch Up: Michael Healy Rae assaulted, Jason Hutch extradited, Trump visit 17.09.2026 50min

  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
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  Q&A: Kinahan will fight all the way 03.09.2026 45min

  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/adchoices
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  Limerick murder suicide, Irish woman and husband dead in Spain 26.08.2026 36min

  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
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  M9 crash teen buried in gold coffin as more joyriding incidents occur 21.08.2026 37min

  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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Five teens killed in ‘joyride’ crash and an innocent family caught in the crossfire 18.08.2026 42min

  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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Daniel Kinahan’s first night in prison and what’s next 10.08.2026 39min

  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 further details go to https://saily.com/shatteredlives ⛵ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Daniel Kinahan in court: What happened 09.08.2026 8min

  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
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  Daniel Kinahan on the way home 09.08.2026 36min

  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 ⛵ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Daniel Kinahan extradition and his bizarre interview 04.08.2026 38min

  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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Q&A: Did we fan the flames of the ‘far-right’? 30.07.2026 57min

  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 your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Museum worker accused of storing bomb in Collins Barracks 27.07.2026 37min

  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. 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 ⛵ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  Landlord found in ‘hidden’ room speaks out, dissident bomb plot foiled 24.07.2026 28min

  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 ⛵ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices