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The Indo Daily
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Conor McGregor: Why does America keep giving the disgraced fighter a platform?
4d ago00:20:33Tap to summarizeIt’s fight week, and Conor McGregor has come out swinging. ‘The Notorious’ finally steps back into a UFC octagon this weekend for a main event match-up, and while some are questioning his physical prowess, his microphone game remains as brash as ever. Sat in front of the media once more, McGregor espoused his divine beliefs, proclaimed his innocence and once again weighed in on Ireland’s immigration debate. This weekend’s event will have plenty of eyes on it, but should Conor McGregor be allowed fight at all? Or granted a platform of this size to spread his views, for that matter? And why are American fans and fixtures so happy to assist in his rehabilitation tour? On this episode of The Indo Daily, host Dave Hanratty is joined by sports and entertainment journalist Andy McCarroll to look at a much-criticised return to the octagon. 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.
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Extra - Jamey Carney murder: Suspect flew from Ireland to Turkey within hours of her death
5d ago00:12:08Tap to summarizeThe chief suspect in the murder of American mother-of-one Jamey Carney (43) flew from Ireland to Turkey within hours of her death. It has now emerged that the 28-year-old man got a bus from Killarney to Dublin within three hours of the death of the New York native. He then booked a last-minute flight from Dublin Airport to Istanbul in Turkey on Tuesday morning - and is now believed to be working with contacts to cross from Turkey to either Syria or Jordan. The man is understood to have extensive contacts in the region. Today on this Indo Daily Extra, Tessa Fleming is joined by Irish Independent southern correspondent Ralph Riegel, to hear the latest developments. 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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Jeffrey Donaldson: ‘Disturbing’ Snapchat filters and new allegations
5d ago00:24:24Tap to summarizeThe Jeffrey Donaldson scandal has taken another turn, with the former DUP leader now set to face a fresh investigation. New allegations have emerged of a sexual assault involving a woman at the party's Westminster offices. More details have also come to light about Donaldson's conduct throughout his years in politics as former colleagues speak out about his inappropriate behaviour. Is it open season on Jeffrey Donaldson where every rumour is fair game? And why has it taken until now for people to break their silence? On this episode of The Indo Daily, host Kevin Doyle is joined by Sam McBride, Northern Ireland editor of the Belfast Telegraph, to discuss a seemingly ever-expanding list of accusations. The Indo Daily is part of the Trust Project. See our ethics policies at independent.ie/ourjournalismSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Nigel Farage gives “two fingers” and resigns... kind of – a strange day in UK politics
6d ago00:24:12Tap to summarizeReeling from an investigation into his finances, Nigel Farage has gone on the offensive. In a public address on Tuesday afternoon, the Reform UK leader announced his intention to resign as an MP in order to trigger a by-election that he intends to contest. “This will be a people versus the establishment by-election,” Farage said. “It's a chance to stick two fingers up to the entire establishment, to frankly tell them where to go,” he added, noting that he will “fight to win” and “continue the political revolution that Reform has started” in the UK. The move has been heavily criticised by opponents, with outgoing prime minister Keir Starmer labelling it a “desperate stunt” and stating that Farage is “up to his neck in sleaze”. So, can Farage managed to turn the accusations against him into a conspiracy and turn the raging tide to his advantage? And who is ‘Posh George’, the man whose association with Farage has caused such media scrutiny and public pressure? On this episode of The Indo Daily, host Kevin Doyle is joined by TRT World presenter Enda Brady to ask if Farage is redefining the idea of politics being a risky business. 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.
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Fast cars, fake fortunes: Infamous 'Ferrari Fugitives' brothers' Irish network
1w ago00:21:07Tap to summarizeThey flaunted Ferraris, private jets and a billionaire lifestyle. The Cartu brothers are accused of running one of the world's largest alleged investment frauds while projecting a glamorous lifestyle online. But the story doesn't end in the US. Katie Byrne and Eamon Dillon trace the companies, assets and investigations that connect Ireland to the case.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Extra: Former swimming coach George Gibney convicted of sexually abusing four girls more than 50 years ago
1w ago00:13:39Tap to summarizeFor more than 30 years, the name George Gibney has haunted Irish swimming. The former national swimming coach left Ireland in the 1990s after a prosecution against him was halted, leaving many of those who said they were abused by him without the day in court they had waited for. Today, after decades of investigations, legal battles, failed hopes and unanswered questions, Gibney has been convicted of sexually abusing young girls more than 50 years ago. This afternoon, a Central Criminal Court jury found the 77-year-old guilty of multiple counts of indecent assault and one count of attempted rape. He had already pleaded guilty to five further counts of indecent assault at the outset of the trial. He will be sentenced later this month. Host: Kevin Doyle, Guest: Chalkie White We want to earn your trust and are members of the Trust Project. See our ethics policies at independent.ie/ourjournalismSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The brutal unsolved murder of Charles Self and its impact on Ireland’s gay community
1w ago00:26:22Tap to summarizeCreative and hard-working, Charles Self moved to Ireland in the late 1970s when he was poached from the BBC for an enviable role at RTÉ. As the lead set designer on the then-thriving Late Late Show, Self was able to mould the flagship programme to his creative vision. Popular with his colleagues and in line for a pay rise, Self was flying high, until his life was tragically cut short in 1982 following a violent and frenzied attack that had major implications for Ireland’s gay community. On this episode of The Indo Daily, host Katie Byrne is joined by Sunday Independent journalist Liam Collins to look back at the brutal, still unsolved murder of Charles Self. 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.
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The curious case of Mark Zuckerberg
1w ago00:27:39Tap to summarizeWho is Mark Zuckerberg really? Is he the awkward, robotic tech billionaire seen in public, or something very different behind closed doors? Todays Indo Daily is brought to you by The Big Tech Show, as Sheera Frenkel, Pulitzer Prize winning New York Times journalist and co-author of the bestselling An Ugly Truth: Inside Facebook's Battle for Domination, joins Adrian to examine the Meta chief's personality, upbringing and leadership style. From his privileged childhood and early coding obsession to Facebook's move fast culture, Zuckerberg's rise is a story of relentless ambition, fierce control and extraordinary resilience. Why you can trust the Irish Independent: learn about our editorial guidelines and AI useSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Gay saunas and projectile vomiting: Jeffrey Donaldson’s alleged double life
2w ago00:25:22Tap to summarizeAs Jeffrey Donaldson was found guilty last week of 18 child sex offences including rape, the carefully constructed image of a clean-living, evangelical Presbyterian was finally fully shattered after two years of horrifying revelations. As he awaits sentencing, Donaldson’s double life has been further exposed, with fresh damaging allegations and testimonies emerging at pace. Meanwhile, serious questions are being asked – what did people know, and why are some only now breaking their silence? On this episode of The Indo Daily, host Tessa Fleming is joined by Belfast Telegraph crime correspondent Allison Morris to discuss Jeffrey Donaldson’s life of deception and contradiction. 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.
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Riad Bouchaker Guilty: How Parnell Square stabbing sparked riots, reshaped policing and fuelled the far-right
2w ago00:22:28Tap to summarizeRiad Bouchaker has been found guilty of all eight counts against him, including the attempted murder of three children on Parnell Square East in 2023. The attacks sparked riots across Dublin city and left one girl with a devastating, life-long brain injury. The jury spent about five hours over two days considering their verdicts, which were unanimous in relation to each count. Bouchaker, of no fixed address, had denied the attempted murder of two girls and one boy, and assault causing serious harm to creche worker Leanne Flynn, at Parnell Square East in Dublin City on November 23rd, 2023.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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