Shattered Lives

Grafton Street murder and River Liffey attack 02.06.2026 34min

Mick and Paul discuss the stab murder of Qayyum Balogun amid a row at a nightclub venue on Dublin’s Grafton Street. The 21 year old Nigerian national was stabbed numerous times and later declared dead in hospital. Campaigners have since called for justice as gardai launch a murder probe. They also discuss the mystery death of Ballyfermot native Thomas Griffin, who is believed to have fled his attackers by jumping into the River Liffey. Meanwhile wife killer Joe O’Reilly has graduated in business from behind bars, much to the outrage of his victim’s family. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

QA: Are Gardai going after Christy Kinahan Sr and Jr? 29.05.2026 47min

Paul and Mick answer the first tranche of your questions about Irish crime, themselves and everything in between. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The death of Alexander Coughlan, Kyran Durnin case arrest 28.05.2026 44min

In this episode of Shattered Lives, Mick and Paul discuss the death of Alexander Coughlan in Blanchardstown, as well as brutal assault cases in Finglas and Coolock. They also examine a major development in the disappearance and suspected murder of Kyran Durnin in Drogheda, following a significant arrest in the case. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Inside The Garda Jobs Most People Never See 26.05.2026 1t 11min

In this Shattered Lives Special, Paul Healy and Mick O’Toole speak to four Gardaí working in some of the most unique, challenging and high-pressure roles across An Garda Síochána. The episode explores the reality of working as a Garda in Ireland, from gangland encounters and life-threatening incidents to armed support operations, hostage situations, murder scenes, race issues in modern policing, and the hidden chaos of Dublin Airport. A senior Detective Sergeant opens up about dealing with gangland figures and the moment he had to pull a gun during a life-threatening incident. A member of the Armed Support Unit speaks about hostile hostage situations and responding to serious crime scenes. A new recruit discusses confronting race issues within the force, while a Dublin Airport Garda reveals how often officers are called to deal with disruptive passengers and people being physically removed from flights. Shattered Lives goes behind the uniform to reveal the human reality of Garda life, the pressure of the job, and the moments most people never see. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The complex investigation into death of Yves Sakila on Henry Street 20.05.2026 43min

Paul and Mick discuss the unfolding investigation into the death of Yves Sakila in Dublin’s Henry Street. A post mortem examination has determined no exact cause of death as a vigil is held in his memory and debate around the incident follows. They also discuss other major crime stories of the week, including the sentencing of disgraced former Garda Paul Moody, and the horrific case of a son who murdered his mother and attempted to kill his father in Cavan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Henry Street death investigation, man killed in Artane ‘row’ 18.05.2026 35min

Paul and Mick discuss what was a weekend of violent incidents - from the death of an alleged shoplifter in Dublin’s Henry Street to a man killed after being put in a headlock amid a house row in Artane. They also discuss an attack in Blanchardstown, the father of ‘Tinder rapist’ Patrick Nevin saying his son deserves a second chance, and speculate on what’s next for Daniel Kinahan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hutch Election Chances, Jastine Valdez Mother Dies 15.05.2026 37min

Mick and Paul speak with Irish Mirror Political Correspondent Ciara O’Loughlin ahead of the Dublin Central by-election, where criminal figure Gerry Hutch is vying for a Dail seat. They also discuss the crime stories of the week, including the tragic passing of murder victim Jastine Valdez’s mother, the so-called ‘Cocaine Highway’ and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Shattered Lives: Inside the Ballymun feud 13.05.2026 32min

Paul and Mick talk about the grenade attack in Ballymun this week that is part of a concerning escalating gangland feud in the area. They also discuss an investigation into a member of the Defence Forces, the Garda recruitment campaign and the use of the government jet to bring mob boss Daniel Kinahan home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gerry ‘The Millionaire’ Hutch and his election campaign 08.05.2026 36min

Mick and Paul discuss the vast wealth of crime figure turned by-election candidate Gerry ‘The Monk’ Hutch. They also discuss scrambler victim Grace Lynch’s parents receiving horrific abuse online, and comments by a brother of murdered journalist Veronica Guerin on how reporters are under more threat today than even during her time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kinahan lieutenant Sean McGovern says ‘sorry.’ 06.05.2026 34min

Paul and Mick discuss the week’s crime stories - from the latest on Sean McGovern’s sentencing to major arrests in the case of a woman who was deliberately set on fire. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Face to Face with wife killer Richard Satchwell 29.04.2026 59min

In a special episode, Paul speaks with legendary journalist Barry Cummins about his encounters with Richard Satchwell and the murder trial that ultimately nailed him. Barry recalls his interviews with Satchwell, who insisted his wife Tina had just gone missing from their home in Youghal, Co Cork in March of 2017. In reality he had killed her and secretly buried her under the stairs of their home, where she remained undiscovered for six and a half years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kinahan right-hand man Sean McGovern sentencing hearing 28.04.2026 56min

Paul tells Mick of a dramatic day in the Special Criminal Court, as all of the evidence against Kinahan cartel associate Sean McGovern was laid bare. McGovern pleaded guilty last month to directing a criminal organisation in relation to the cartel's plot to murder Hutch associate James 'Mago' Gately, and to his role in directing the gang during the murder of Noel 'Duck Egg' Kirwan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Shattered Lives GRA Special and what’s next for Daniel Kinahan 23.04.2026 51min

Paul and Mick report from a busy GRA conference of rank and file gardai in Westport where Garda Commissioner Justin Kelly gave an update on the arrest of mob boss Daniel Kinahan in Dubai. They also speak to three Gardai of the GRA about the issues affecting their members on the ground. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Daniel Kinahan arrested in Dubai 17.04.2026 25min

In a day many thought would never happen, Mob boss Daniel Kinahan was arrested in the United Arab Emirates on the foot of a warrant issued in the Irish courts. Kinahan is wanted for allegedly directing a crime gang. Paul and Mick break down the major news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Shattered Lives: Gardai in court over organised crime investigation. 15.04.2026 30min

Paul and Mick discuss the week’s crime stories - from the son of Gerry Hutch fighting his extradition from Spain, to the tragic death of Scarlett Faulkner. They also discuss four gardai and a former superintendent charged in court in relation to a long running investigation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Shattered Lives: Garda Crackdown on Fuel Protest Blockades 13.04.2026 42min

Mick and Paul discuss the exceptional event over the weekend that saw 10 per cent of the Garda force drafted in to remove the blockades on Dublin’s O’Connell Street and other areas such as the Whitegate oil refinery in Cork. The massive operation saw Gardai seize control of the streets again amid an escalating nationwide fuel protest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gerry Hutch associate arrested, Jonathan Gill associates damage Garda car 08.04.2026 37min

Mick and Paul discuss the major arrest of a close associate of Gerry ‘The Monk’ Hutch in Spain over a long running corruption probe. They also discuss criminal damage incidents in Darndale, a burglary gang running rampant, and the latest developments with murder accused Jonathan Gill. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jonathan Gill ‘instrumental’ in Robbie Lawlor murder, police allege 03.04.2026 29min

In a special podcast, Paul and Mick discuss the High Court case of Jonathan Gill, who the PSNI are seeking for the murder of gangster Robbie Lawlor in Belfast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Garda banned after scrambler chase, Burkes jailed 02.04.2026 48min

Paul and Mick discuss how a Garda was banned from driving over an incident in which he chased two scramblers, the jailing of Martina and Ammi Burke, and a major investigation into the death of a man in the Midlands Prison. They also discuss James Lawrence making a complaint to gardai against Nikita Hand. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The end of the Hennessy mob, Nikita Hand writes book 26.03.2026 41min

Paul and Mick discuss the jailing of the Hennessy mob over the torture of a man. They also talk about Nikita Hand, who took Conor McGregor to court, and how she’s written a book about her horrific ordeal, and other important crime stories of the week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices