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Through his Press Up group, Paddy McKillen Jr built one of Ireland's biggest hospitality empires, employing thousands of people across dozens of venues. The son of billionaire property developer Paddy McKillen Sr, he appeared to be building a formidable legacy of his own. But last week, the High Court heard he had just €270 in a Revolut account, against liabilities of almost €28 million. So, how did it all unravel, and could he ever build again? Today on The Indo Daily, Fionnán Sheahan is joined by the Irish Independent's Shane Phelan and John Burns to explore how Paddy McKillen Jr's business empire came apart, and what might come next. We want to earn your trust and are members of the Trust Project. See our ethics policies at independent.ie/ourjournalism.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's Indo Daily is brought to you by our sister podcast, Indo Sport. Irish Independent soccer correspondent Dan McDonnell joined the team to discuss the FAI's appearance before the Oireachtas. Among the issues raised at Leinster House were safeguarding and governance, including the fallout surrounding Ireland's recent match against Israel. We want to earn your trust and are members of the Trust Project. See our ethics policies at independent.ie/ourjournalism.?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two people who swore affidavits connected to Conor McGregor's appeal in the Nikita Hand civil rape case have now been charged with perjury. Samantha O'Reilly and Steven Cummins had provided evidence that McGregor's legal team initially intended to rely upon as part of his appeal, before that evidence was dramatically withdrawn. The development brings a fresh legal twist to a case that has already attracted international attention. In today's Indo Daily, Fionnán Sheahan is joined by Irish Independent security correspondent Robin Schiller to explain who the couple are, what they are accused of and what happens next.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We take a closer look at some of the stories you may have missed in the news this morning. Joining Jonathan this morning was Ralph Riegel Southern Correspondent, Irish Independent.

“Anytime I google something, I tend to add ‘Reddit' to the end of my query. Why? Because it's guaranteed to find me an answer. There is nothing in all-human experience that the fine people of forum website Reddit have not encountered before.”So writes Journalist at The Irish Independent, Saoirse Hanley, who joins Ciara to discuss.

We take a closer look at some of the stories you may have missed in the news this morning. Joining Jonathan this morning was Ralph Riegel Southern Correspondent, Irish Independent.

Christy Kinahan Sr is on the move after being issued a tight deadline to leave the United Arab Emirates. The 69-year-old has been forced to flee Dubai in the wake of a cancelled visa, and his options appear to be limited. So, where to next for Kinahan Sr? And why does he no longer sport an Irish accent? With Daniel Kinahan due back in court next week, is the Kinahan cartel collapsing in real time, or are rumours of its demise greatly exaggerated? On this episode of The Indo Daily, host Katie Byrne is joined by Bellingcat researcher Connor Plunkett and Irish Independent security correspondent Robin Schiller to discuss the departure of the ‘Dapper Don'. The Indo Daily is part of the Trust Project. You can view our ethics policies at independent.ie/ourjournalismSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hi everyone, welcome back to Everymum the podcast, I'm Aisling Keenan. If you've ever looked at your child and thought, I just want to make life a little easier for you, then this episode is for you – but it might not be the episode you think. My guest today is Dr David Coleman, one of Ireland's best-known clinical psychologists. David has been working with children, teenagers and families for more than three decades, and many of you will know him from his television work, his weekly Irish Independent column, his regular appearances on radio, or from his books. His area of expertise is something I think every parent will be interested in: how we help our children deal with the inevitable difficulties of life. Because however much we might want to protect them from disappointment, worry, friendship problems, failure and all the other things that come with growing up, we obviously can't do that forever. David is actually about to take this conversation on the road with his nationwide 'Ready for Anything: Building Emotional Resilience in Children and Teenagers' tour, which gets underway this October. The focus is very much on practical ways we can help children develop the skills to cope with life's ups and downs, rather than trying to remove every difficult experience from their path. So today we're talking about what resilience actually means, whether some children are naturally more resilient than others, and that very tricky parenting question: when should we step in and help, and when should we let our children struggle a little? We'll also talk about disappointment, anxiety, the phrase “don't worry”, our own mistakes as parents, the importance of boredom, and how we teach children to cope when things don't go their way. And, crucially, we'll finish with one very simple question: what is the one thing every parent could start doing tomorrow to help their child become more emotionally resilient? This episode contains so many nuggets of wisdom, clever language changes and suggestions to reassess how your parenting might be impacting your child, and I know so many of you will find it very valuable indeed. Enjoy this episode with Dr Coleman, and I'll be back next week with more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kids asking for a dog is a tale as old as time. So, what do you do when your kids are constantly asking for a pet? Irish Independent columnist Kirsty Blake Knox joined Sean on the show to discuss.

Should Parents get priority over child-free colleagues on booking annual leave? Andrea was joined on the show by Siobhan O'Neill White from Mams.ie, Saoirse Hanley, Journalist with the Irish Independent and Damien McCarthy from the HR Buddy to discuss.

Kids asking for a dog is a tale as old as time. So, what do you do when your kids are constantly asking for a pet? Irish Independent columnist Kirsty Blake Knox joined Sean on the show to discuss.

Twenty-five years ago, Sunday World journalist Martin O'Hagan was shot dead as he walked home with his wife in Lurgan, Co Armagh. A fearless investigative reporter who exposed the criminal underworld behind Northern Ireland's paramilitaries, O'Hagan had made dangerous enemies on both sides, but no one has ever been convicted of his murder. Joining Fionnán Sheehan on the Indo Daily is Sunday World Northern editor Richard Sullivan and Irish Independent special correspondent Paul Williams, as they remember their friend and colleague and examine why, 25 years on, his killing remains unsolved.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The High Court on Friday heard that hospitality entrepreneur Paddy McKillen Jr is to seek a personal insolvency arrangement (PIA) in a bid to deal with debts of more than €27m, claiming he has no work income and just €270 in his bank account. Jerry spoke to Ballybunion’s Shane Phelan who’s legal affairs editor with the Irish Independent.

Under normal circumstances, talk around the game against Israel would be focused on how Ireland might turn around a terrible Thursday night loss against Kosovo. But, after recent developments and Gavin Bazunu pulling out from the lineup, has anything changed? Aidan Fitzmaurice, Sports Reporter at Irish Independent joined Ciara live from Hungary.

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John Downing of the Irish Independent reviews the week in politics.

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I find it depressing when I hear teenage acne stories from Ireland today about how long it takes to see a consultant dermatologist and how extortionate is if you go for private care. So writes, Mary McCarthy, columnist with the Irish Independent who joined us on the show to discuss.

Cash, water, food, batteries and a wind-up radio - would you know what to do if a major emergency hit Ireland? The Government is sending its Be Emergency Ready booklet to two-million households as Russia intensifies its hybrid war against Europe. Are countries across the continent preparing their citizens for the worst? Today on the Indo Daily Kevin Doyle is joined by Donnacha Ó Beacháin, professor of politics at the School of Law and Government at DCU, and Conal Thomas, political correspondent with the Irish Independent, to ask whether Ireland is prepared for what could come next, while Donald Trump brings his own brand of unpredictability to the United Nations. We want to earn your trust and are members of the Trust Project. See our ethics policies at independent.ie/ourjournalism.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jerry spoke to Ralph Riegel, southern correspondent, Irish Independent, who says a man who knew Jamey Carney continues to be detained in Jordan.

Gina London discusses how to hone in on your presence and purpose to distinguish your communication. — YOU'LL LEARN — 1) The one communication skill AI still can't replace or replicate 2) How to train your brain for more confidence3) The habits that undermine your credibility and presenceSubscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1182 for the full transcript! — ABOUT GINA — From Farmland, Indiana, to boardrooms around the world, Gina London has spent her career helping people find their voice. Founder and CEO of Language of Leadership, Ltd., Gina is an American entrepreneur based in Ireland, a dual U.S.-Irish citizen, and a trusted advisor to leaders across nearly 60 countries.A former CNN correspondent and Emmy-winning journalist, she now coaches executives, government leaders, and high-performing teams on communication, leadership, and influence.Gina is an adjunct professor at University College Cork, a columnist for The Irish Independent, and author of Amplify You: How to Power Up Your Connections in an AI World. As AI gets smarter, human connection is the essential skill that sets us apart.• Book: Amplify You: How to Connect More Powerfully in an AI World• Instagram: theginalondon• LinkedIn: Gina London• TikTok: @theginalondon• Website: GinaLondon.com— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • App: How We Feel• Book: Fierce Conversations: Achieving Success at Work and in Life One Conversation at a Time by Susan Scott• Book: The Coaching Habit: Say Less, Ask More & Change the Way You Lead Forever by Michael Bungay Stanier• Past episode: 487: Communicating Powerfully, Succinctly, and Clearly with Erica Mandy• Past episode: 700: How to Make Your Anxiety Work For You with Wendy Suzuki— THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Shopify. Sign up for your free trial at Shopify.com/awesomepodSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Two years after winning her civil case against Conor McGregor, Nikita Hand is telling her story in her own words. In her memoir Not the Perfect Victim, she writes about the assault, her battle for justice and the personal cost of becoming one of the most recognisable women in Ireland. Irish Independent writer Tanya Sweeney joins Fionnán Sheahan on the Indo Daily to share what she learnt from meeting Nikita Hand, and how she is trying to build a new life after the verdict. We want to earn your trust and are members of the Trust Project. See our ethics policies at independent.ie/ourjournalism.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We take a closer look at some of the stories you may have missed in the news this morning. Joining Anton this morning was Ralph Riegel, Southern Correspondent for the Irish Independent.

He was the man who presided over one of the country's most turbulent events, when Ireland's Celtic Tiger came crashing down. Now, a new book chronicling the political life of Brian Cowen has hit the shelves. Cowen's time as taoiseach was defined by the banking crash, the recession and the financial crisis that transformed the country. So, what led to the Offaly man's political rise? What light does this book shed on his time in Leinster house? And how will history remember the man who handled the bailout? On today's Indo Daily, Tessa Fleming is joined by the Irish Independent's Ireland editor, Fionnán Sheahan, to discuss Gary Murphy's new book, Brian Cowen: Anatomy of a Taoiseach, and the crisis that defined his tenure. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PJ talks to Ralph Riegel of The Irish Independent about overnight developments Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We take a closer look at some of the stories you may have missed in the news this morning. Joining Anton this morning was Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor of the Irish Independent.

Hello beautiful stars, today on Her Starring Role we are going to learn about how to intentionally own our voice, communicate for connection, and make an impact in an AI World. Joining us is Gina London who has spent her career helping people find their voice. She is the Founder and CEO of Language of Leadership, Ltd. and a trusted advisor to leaders across nearly 60 countries. A former CNN correspondent and Emmy-winning journalist, she now coaches executives, government leaders, and high-performing teams on communication, leadership, and influence.   Gina is an adjunct professor at University College Cork, a columnist for The Irish Independent, and author of Amplify You: How to Power Up Your Connections in an AI World. She says As AI gets smarter, human connection is the essential skill that sets us apart. Whether you work in corporate, a non-profit, are a stay at home mom, or an entrepreneur, this conversation offers you a better way to connect meaningful with whoever you interact with. Please share it with your friends.   RESOURCES + BOOKS MENTIONED: Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@herstarringrole Follow on APPLE PODCASTS Follow on SPOTIFY PODCASTS Join Michele's Newsletter + Get a List of 52-Selfcare Tips   GUEST INFORMATION Book: Amplify You: How to Connect More Powerfully in an AI World Website: https://ginalondon.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/theginalondon/   *The Her Starring Role podcast and content provided by Michele Lamoureux is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It does not constitute medical, mental health, professional, personal, or any kind of advice or serve as a substitute for such advice. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast or website is at the user's own risk. Always consult a qualified healthcare or trusted provider for any decisions regarding your health and wellbeing. This episode may contain affiliate links.

Ed Sheeran has built his career on being one of music's most likeable stars. But after rapper Macklemore was dropped from his US tour over pro-Palestinian comments, the singer is facing a backlash from fans, fellow artists and even members of his own touring team. As support acts pull out and questions grow over free speech, politics and celebrity responsibility, Kevin Doyle is joined on the Indo Daily by the Irish Independent's Dave Hanratty to examine whether this may be the biggest controversy of Sheeran's career and what it means for his carefully crafted image. We want to earn your trust and are members of the Trust Project. See our ethics policies at independent.ie/ourjournalism. ­See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this morning's Irish Independent, Brian W Higgins is arguing that there is too much paperwork involved in a Catholic wedding, and that all this red tape is putting people off and is actually contributing to the decrease in people choosing a Catholic wedding over a secular wedding…Is it true, should the Catholic Church reexamine how much paperwork is involved with the ceremony?Sara, Wedding Expert with ‘The Aisle', has had her own experience with this and joins Seán to discuss.

There is growing pressure on Government to take action to bring down the cost of home heating oil after a sharp rise in prices in recent weeks.Charlie Weston, personal finance editor with the Irish Independent, joins The Last Word to discuss whether the Government can bring in measures for households who are reliant on home heating oil.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!

Children and teenagers aged under 15 will not be able to open a social media account without express parental or guardian permission, under new plans announced today. Anton was joined on the show by Fionnán Sheahan, Ireland Editor, Irish Independent.

Donald Trump may be back in the White House following his newsworthy trip to Dublin and Doonbeg, but his spirited call for a united Ireland continues to provoke intrigue. Micheál Martin may have moved to play down the "overreaction" but the subject will surely be on the agenda when the Taoiseach treks to Manchester for his first meeting with new UK prime minister Andy Burnham later this week. So, how will both leaders tackle Trump's green-tinted vision? And why was Sinn Féin slow to embrace the scenario? On this episode of The Indo Daily, host Fionnán Sheahan is joined by Irish Independent political correspondent Cónal Thomas, and by The Guardian chief reporter Daniel Boffey to assess the chaos Donald Trump has left in his wake, and just how much of a clean-up job the Taoiseach has on his hands. The Indo Daily is part of the Trust Project. You can view our ethics policies at independent.ie/ourjournalism See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Westlife are back in Dublin for a record-breaking 13-night residency at the 3Arena, 25 years after they first became Ireland's biggest musical export. ­ ­ From Sligo schoolboys to global chart stars, the band's story is one of extraordinary success, personal setbacks and remarkable longevity. ­ Today on The Indo Daily, Fionnán Sheehan speaks to Aoife Rooney, features writer with the Irish Independent, and Eddie Rowley, showbiz editor with the Sunday World, to look at how Westlife survived boyband burnout, Brian McFadden's departure, bankruptcy, changing musical tastes and the collapse of the boyband era itself. ­ Why are they still filling arenas in 2026 when so many of their rivals have faded away?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With cigarettes appearing in recent music videos, catwalk shows and Hollywood movies, it's no wonder they're creeping into the hands of young people. Some are even swapping out their vapes for a cigarette. So, is smoking cool again?Joining Ciara to discuss is Doctor and Irish Independent columnist Maire Treasa Ní Cheallaigh...

Once Ireland's richest man, Seán Quinn has returned to tell his story once again, this time through his new podcast, The Quinn Files. On today's Indo Daily, Fionnán Sheahan is joined by Sunday Independent's Liam Collins and the Irish Independent's Sean Pollock to examine Quinn's latest account of the events that transformed him from billionaire businessman to one of the most controversial figures of post-crash Ireland. From the extraordinary success of the Quinn Group to the collapse of Anglo Irish Bank, prison and life after bankruptcy, they ask whether Quinn's latest intervention brings fresh insight or simply revisits a story the public already knows. We want to earn your trust and are members of the Trust Project. See our ethics policies at independent.ie/ourjournalism. ­See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Fionnan Sheahan, Ireland Editor for the Irish Independent; Edgar Morgenroth, Professor of Economics at DCU; Claire Hanna, SDLP leader and MP for Belfast South; Alex Kane, Political columnist and commentatorSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oasis have today ended months of speculation with the announcement that they will return in 2027. Oasis Live ‘27 will see the band play 38 live shows, visiting Scotland, England, Germany, Spain, Netherlands, France, Italy, US with two nights in Slane Castle on September 4th and 5th.For more on this, Shane is joined by Dave Hanratty, Host of the ‘No Encore' podcast and Audio Producer at The Irish Independent.

Once Ireland's richest man, Seán Quinn has returned to tell his story once again, this time through his new podcast, The Quinn Files. Fionnán Sheahan is joined by Sunday Independent's Liam Collins and the Irish Independent's Sean Pollock to examine Quinn's latest account of the events that transformed him from billionaire businessman to one of the most controversial figures of post-crash Ireland. From the extraordinary success of the Quinn Group to the collapse of Anglo Irish Bank, prison and life after bankruptcy, they ask whether Quinn's latest intervention brings fresh insight or simply revisits a story the public already knows. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on The Week Trending Matt is joined by writer and contributor to the Irish Times and Hot Press Roe McDermott and Irish Independent podcast producer, and host of No Encore podcast Dave Hanratty.They discuss the the new Sadie Sink ad, a stark warning about the future of AI and more Hit Play on this page to listen now

We take a closer look at some of the stories you may have missed in the news this morning. Joining Anton this morning was Charlie Weston, Personal Finance Editor with the Irish Independent.

It has been announced that Harry Styles will take to the stage in Croke Park next August for two nights.The concert will see fans young and old flock to Dublin from all over the county to see the ‘Adore You' singer.With tickets ranging from €77.50 to €217.90 - is it fair to ask people to pay these prices, and are they worth it?Joining Andrea to discuss is Comedian Jess Spencer and Saoirse Hanley, Features Writer with The Irish Independent.

Donald Trump is returning to his west-Clare retreat and its luxury suites, championship golf and Atlantic Ocean views. But what's it really like behind the gates of Trump International, Doonbeg? Is the experience worth the eye-watering price tag? And how much of the attraction is about world-class hospitality versus the power of the Trump brand? Fionnán Sheehan is joined on The Indo Daily by Irish Independent business journalist John Mulligan and travel editor Pól Ó Conghaile to take a look inside Donald Trump's Irish playground, covering everything from planning disputes and environmental controversies to the locals who live alongside it - all ahead of Doonbeg hosting the Irish Open. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Tuesday, Mary McAleese announced her decision to step down from her position as chair of the Steering Group on Integration, which was overseeing the merging of the GAA, the LGFA and the Camogie Association.So, what now for the future of the plan, which the GAA insists won't be completed by the 2027 deadline?Colm Keys, GAA Correspondent with the Irish Independent and Fine Gael senator Evanne Ní Chuilinn speak to Matt on The Last Word.Hit the ‘Play' button on this page to hear the piece.

For various reasons, Ian Smith, Journalist with the Irish Independent, left Ireland and for about 8 years lived in different European cities. When he eventually returned, he wondered if that was the right choice…He has been writing about his experience, and joins Seán to discuss.

Joining Dearbhail to discuss the top stories in Sunday's newspapers are: Colm O'Gorman, commentator and former executive director of Amnesty International Ireland; Dr Máire Treasa Ní Cheallaigh, doctor and Irish Independent columnist; Declan Power, security and defence analyst and Elaine Loughlin, political editor with the Irish Examiner. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As students go back to school, holiday prices plummet. Pól Ó Conghaile, Travel Editor of the Irish Independent, brings Dearbhail through some of the value to be had in Irish and foreign holidays in the off-peak period and tips for bringing prices down even further. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andy Burnham may be new to the job in Number 10 Downing Street, but he's already found himself at the centre of a political row over one of the most sensitive issues on this island: Irish unity. The British prime minister's unequivocal dismissal of any prospect of a border poll has reignited a long-running debate about who gets to decide Northern Ireland's future, and when that moment should come. But strip away the politics, and one question remains: in an Ireland that's changing socially and demographically, would a vote for unity actually succeed? Is there a genuine appetite for a united Ireland north and south of the Border? And what can past referendums and reunification projects across Europe tell us about the challenges ahead? On today's Indo Daily, Tessa Fleming is joined by the Irish Independent's John Downing to examine the question that has shaped Irish politics for generations: could a border poll actually deliver a united Ireland? The Indo Daily is part of The Trust Project. You can see our ethics policies at independent.ie/ourjournalismSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The night of October 11, 2025 was meant to be one of celebration in the north Cork town of Doneraile. Locals gathered to mark a GAA victory, continuing their festivities into the night. However, over the next few hours tensions began to rise on the town's Main Street. A short time later, local postman and father-of-five Barry Daly was beaten to death with a golf club outside his own home. Now, 21-year-old Alex Deady has been sentenced to life in prison for his murder. Kevin Doyle is joined by Irish Independent southern correspondent Ralph Riegel to examine how a community celebration descended into a brutal killing. Please note: this episode features discussion of graphic violence. Host: Kevin Doyle | Guest: Ralph RiegelSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.