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  1. Are Keir Starmer's days numbered as Mandelson scandal escalates?

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    Are Keir Starmer's days numbered as Mandelson scandal escalates?

    It’s a scandal that has already ended careers inside Downing Street, and now Peter Mandelson is once again at the centre of political turmoil. Prime minister Keir Starmer’s decision to appoint him as UK ambassador to the United States has ignited fresh unrest in Westminster after it emerged Mandelson failed security vetting before taking up the post, but was appointed anyway. As the controversy deepens, the pressure mounts on the prime minister. Are Keir Starmer’s days numbered? And with voters drifting away from Labour, could Green Party leader Zack Polanski emerge as the next disruptive force in UK politics? Host: Tessa Fleming: Guest: Enda Brady See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    23 min.
  2. The mystery TD and the character reference for a convicted child sex offender 

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    The mystery TD and the character reference for a convicted child sex offender 

    After much speculation, a judge has refused to identify the former TD who provided a character reference for convicted child sex offender Daniel Ramamoorthy, who previously worked as an adviser for the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment. The Taoiseach has said it is “not acceptable” for public representatives to give such references. So, why has the politician in question not been named? ­ Host: Kevin Doyle Guest: Catherine Fegan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    26 min.
  3. Daniel Kinahan’s secret alias? How Gardai tracked ‘Bon’ linked to Irish murder plots

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    Daniel Kinahan’s secret alias? How Gardai tracked ‘Bon’ linked to Irish murder plots

    Daniel Kinahan is now in a Dubai jail awaiting possible extradition to face trial. With allegations including murder plots against rivals like Gerry ‘The Monk’ Hutch, the case could see the cartel boss spend life behind bars. Today on Indo Daily, we uncover Kinahan’s suspected secret alias and what lies ahead for one of Ireland’s most notorious crime figures. Host: Fionnán Sheahan Guests: Robin Schiller, Connor Plunkett See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    24 min.
  4. Trump, Hegseth and a Middle East crisis that shows no signs of stopping

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    Trump, Hegseth and a Middle East crisis that shows no signs of stopping

    The Strait of Hormuz is once more the centre of the Middle East crisis, despite Donald Trump’s previous hasty proclamations of peace and quiet. Iran has accused the US of an “act of piracy” as peace talks hang in the balance. Meanwhile, the spotlight is intensifying on the man leading Trump’s combat operations – the highly-contentious secretary of war, Pete Hegseth.    Host: Dave Hanratty    Guests: Scott Lucas and Nikki McCann Ramirez See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    31 min.
  5. Could Nigel Farage lead the charge for a united Ireland?

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    Could Nigel Farage lead the charge for a united Ireland?

    Nigel Farage is back in the headlines, and this time it’s not Brexit or boats, but bitcoin. As the Reform UK leader dabbles in a new cryptocurrency venture, his political stock is rising too, with polls suggesting his path to power is no longer entirely far-fetched. So, what’s really happening in British politics?  And why is Farage interested in us here in Ireland? ­ Host: Fionnán Sheahan, Guest: Enda Brady See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    23 min.
  6. Peter Thiel: The tech billionaire who says the Antichrist is among us 

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    Peter Thiel: The tech billionaire who says the Antichrist is among us 

    Silicon Valley supremo Peter Thiel has quite the CV, including co-founding PayPal, backing Facebook in its early days, links to Tesla, and co-founding Palantir Technologies. Lately, however, the billionaire has turned his attention to more apocalyptic fare as he delivers lectures around the world in which he warns that the Antichrist is among us. Why has Thiel gone down this route? And where do the likes of Greta Thunberg and Bill Gates fit in? Host: Adrian Weckler Guest: Massimo Faggioli This episode comes from our sister podcast The Big Tech Show See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    26 min.
  7. Extra: Daniel Kinahan detained in Dubai in major breakthrough for Gardaí

    17 APR

    Extra: Daniel Kinahan detained in Dubai in major breakthrough for Gardaí

    Daniel Kinahan has been arrested in Dubai. It represents a potential turning point in the pursuit of one of Ireland’s most powerful and elusive organised crime figures. For more than a decade, Kinahan appeared beyond the reach of Irish law enforcement, operating internationally while linked by gardaí to murders, large‑scale drug trafficking and money laundering. Today on this extra episode of The Indo Daily , Kevin Doyle is joined by Crime World’s Eimear Rabbitte to discuss this major development for Irish gangland.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    14 min.
  8. Beginning of the end for Micheál Martin? Can Taoiseach survive second leadership crisis in six-months

    16 APR

    Beginning of the end for Micheál Martin? Can Taoiseach survive second leadership crisis in six-months

    It has been a busy first week back in the Dail, as the effects nationwide fuel protests continue to be felt within the coalition government. With Micheál Martin’s leadership of Fianna Fáil facing renewed threats, with a group of TDs approaching senior ministers to discuss a change at the top. While it is understood the disgruntled backbenchers are not close to having the numbers for a successful no-confidence motion. They are trying to build support. And are in search of a leader to lead a heave. Host:  Mary Regan     Guest: Aisling Moloney See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    34 min.
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