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Stay in the know, on the go. The Indo Daily brings you in-depth, 20 minute stories that fit into your day.

    The strange disappearance of Jay Slater and the grim world of TikTok ‘sleuths’

    The strange disappearance of Jay Slater and the grim world of TikTok ‘sleuths’

    The case of missing British teenager Jay Slater has ignited the world of TikTok and Snapchat, as the search for the 19-year-old enters its second week.

    Online conspiracies by armchair detectives have added a strange element of virality to the case as TikTok users in their droves are making their way to Tenerife to create popular content for their followers.

    Host: Fionnán Sheahan. Guests: Fiona Govan and Sophie Peachey See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    • 21 min
    Extra: Safe bet or a big gamble? Jack Chambers takes a step up as he is appointed Finance Minister

    Extra: Safe bet or a big gamble? Jack Chambers takes a step up as he is appointed Finance Minister

    Jack Chambers has been named as Ireland’s new Finance Minister. At the age of 33, is his appointment unexpected for such a senior role and might it possibly be taking the country one step closer to a general election?

    Host: Tabitha Monahan Guest: Philip Ryan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    • 7 min
    Soldier assault victim Natasha O’Brien: “If Helen McEntee doesn’t have a plan, she needs to step down”

    Soldier assault victim Natasha O’Brien: “If Helen McEntee doesn’t have a plan, she needs to step down”

    Natasha O’Brien is the young woman who was viciously attacked by Private Cathal Crotty. Her case quickly caused national outrage and sparked multiple demonstrations, highlighting, in Natasha’s view, how badly Ireland’s criminal justice system treats victims of violent crime. She is seeking a change in our sentencing laws, saying that if Justice Minister Helen McEntee “doesn’t have a plan, then she needs to step down".

    Host: Tabitha Monahan Guests: Natasha O’Brien and Ruth CoppingerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    • 24 min
    Is the Taoiseach safe in his own home?

    Is the Taoiseach safe in his own home?

    It was just before 8pm one Friday evening when a tricolour-waving crowd, wearing scarves and masks to conceal their identities, gathered outside a house on an estate in Greystones, Co Wicklow. They did not try to hide the location of the semi-detached house behind them. It was the home of Taoiseach Simon Harris. What is driving this alarming trend? Is social media to blame? And could Ireland be on the cusp of its own Jo Cox moment?

    Host: Ellen Coyne GUEST: John MeagherSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    • 24 min
    Revisited: Martin ‘The Viper’ Foley -Five assassination attempts and the “Concerned Criminal Action Committee”

    Revisited: Martin ‘The Viper’ Foley -Five assassination attempts and the “Concerned Criminal Action Committee”

    Martin ‘The Viper’ Foley has long been established as one of Ireland's career criminals. The Dubliner has even survived five assassination attempts. Now aged
    in his 70s, he has been given a highly unusual punishment: a year-long barring order from Wexford town. The Indo Daily finds out more about 'The Viper' self-described "ordinary decent criminal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    • 23 min
    ‘He’s bringing taxis back’: Justin Timberlake’s drink-driving charge and controversial personal life

    ‘He’s bringing taxis back’: Justin Timberlake’s drink-driving charge and controversial personal life

    One-time prince of pop Justin Timberlake appeared at a Long Island court on Tuesday after being arrested for driving while intoxicated. Now he’s bringing scandal back, with police describing him as having "bloodshot and glassy" eyes as well as smelling of alcohol. Journalist Louise Bruton discusses the controversial personal life of the Cry Me A River and SexyBack singer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    • 21 min

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