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BOOKED IN

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Whatever is happening in the news right now, there's a book diving deep into the topic. As a journalist I love following the latest headlines, but wanted to take my depth of knowledge to the next level. Join me as I speak to experts - mostly authors - on the topics they have spent extensive time researching and reporting on. The topics may vary, but the conversational tone stays the same.

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For much of my life I knew nothing about Belgium's King Leopold II and his brutal subjugation of millions in the DRC - what was ironically then called the 'Congo Free State'. To be clear, millions were killed, terrorised and utterly exploited by a mo... more

How will future generations look back at the media reporting of Gaza in the years since October 7? In her new book, The Complicit Lens - US Media Coverage of Israel’s Genocide in Gaza - Professor Robin Andersen outlines a damning case against many of... more

I have been learning about The Troubles for as long as I can remember. Somehow, I had never come across the extraordinary story of Kevin Barry Artt, documented in Dan Lawton's book, 'Above The Ground'. Imagine being arrested for a murder you never ca... more

We live in a world today where millions of people are serving time for drug offences, while others are making the most the now billion dollar cannabis industry. I had a wonderful chat recently with Kojo Koram about this shift from mass criminalisatio... more

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Adam Hochschild
Author of King Leopold's Ghost
Author, King Leopold's Ghost
Episode: ADAM HOCHSCHILD: King Leopold's Ghost, Belgium and the 'Congo Free State'
Robin Andersen
Professor, author of The Complicit Lens
The Complicit Lens (book)
Episode: ROBIN ANDERSEN: US Media Coverage of Israel's Genocide in Gaza
Dan Lawton
Author of Above The Ground
Author, Above The Ground
Episode: DAN LAWTON: Northern Ireland, The Troubles, and the Extraordinary Case of Kevin Barry Artt
Kojo Koram
Author of The Next Fix, a scholar focusing on drug policy
Episode: KOJO KORAM: The Next Fix, The Winners & Losers in the Future of Drugs
Christopher Lamb
CNN Vatican correspondent
CNN
Episode: CHRISTOPHER LAMB: American Hope, Pope Leo, President Trump & A War of Words on Iran
Omer Bartov
Professor of Holocaust and Genocide Studies
Brown University
Episode: PROF OMER BARTOV: Israel, What Went Wrong?
Christina Hillsberg
Former CIA agent and author of Agents of Change
Former CIA, Author
Episode: CHRISTINA HILLSBERG: Women in the CIA, Agents of Change
Richard Chambers
Journalist and documentary filmmaker spotlighting Ireland–US relations
Virgin Media (media/journalism)
Episode: RICHARD CHAMBERS: Make Ireland Great Again
Isabel Vincent
Author and journalist who wrote RFK Jr, The Fall and Rise
New York Post
Episode: ISABEL VINCENT: RFK Jr, The Fall & Rise

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Hilary McGahn
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Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 401 ratings
  • Fantastic listen

    Fantastic podcast. So engaging & easy to listen too. Hilary is so interested in her guests & this enthusiasm shines through. Thank you.

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    5
    Michelleoz
    Ireland2 months ago
  • Brilliant interviews

    I listen to Hillary’s podcast every week, such interesting diverse guests, and I just love how engaged she is as an interviewer, it’s always clear she’s done the research and her questions are also so insightful 5 Stars 🩷

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lamc83
    Australia2 months ago
  • Great listen

    Really enjoying this podcast…so informative and an interesting listen

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RmG7249
    Ireland2 months ago
  • My new favourite

    Love this podcast. Informed, educated but also easy to listen to!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    StefMcS
    Ireland2 months ago
  • A great find!

    What a great podcast! Love your style Hilary. So engaging, knowledgeable and real. Never change.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nenaghnative
    Ireland2 months ago

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ROBIN ANDERSEN: US Media Coverage of Israel's Genocide in Gaza
Q: How will future generations look back at the media reporting of Gaza in the years since October 7th?
Andersen explains that coverage has often relied on established frames that favor military action and portray Palestinians as the primary aggressors, while downplaying or distorting civilian harm, and argues for a more on-the-ground, testimonial journalism to balance the narrative and hold media accountable.
PROF OMER BARTOV: Israel, What Went Wrong?
Q: As someone who spent decades outside Israel, how did you view the society you grew up in, especially in the 1990s and early 2000s?
He discusses shifting perspectives from inside to outside Israel, noting blind spots and the challenge of reconciling childhood narratives with the realities of occupation and the Nakba, as well as his evolving stance on what constitutes genocide in Gaza.
PROF OMER BARTOV: Israel, What Went Wrong?
Q: What is your background?
He explains growing up in a Zionist family in Israel, his education in Tel Aviv, Oxford, and Harvard, and how his career shifted toward Holocaust and genocide studies, informing his current perspective on Israel and the Palestinian issue.
CHRISTOPHER LAMB: American Hope, Pope Leo, President Trump & A War of Words on Iran
Q: How does Pope Leo's American background shape his stance on international diplomacy and just war, and how is this perceived within the Vatican and among Catholics in the U.S.?
His American background is seen as a unique bridge between secular institutions and church leadership, with a careful, theological approach that references just war theory; his stance is watched closely by U.S. Catholic voters and Vatican officials who balance diplomacy with moral authority.
CHRISTOPHER LAMB: American Hope, Pope Leo, President Trump & A War of Words on Iran
Q: Where did this tension between the Vatican and the Trump administration begin, and how did it unfold in the weeks that followed Easter?
Tensions escalated starting around Palm Sunday with strong Easter homilies, followed by the pope's emphasis on ending conflict, including a direct call for an off ramp and a rejection of the threat to Iran, which then intensified public exchanges on planes and in media as Africa and other destinations were traveled.

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What is BOOKED IN about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A book-focused interview show that pairs a seasoned host with authors, journalists, and industry experts to unpack timely headlines through in-depth conversations. Episodes center on topics like geopolitics, journalism, intelligence history, tech and business leadership, and culture, often tying current events to broader context found in the guests' books and research. The host's thoughtful, well-researched questioning style consistently guides the conversation toward nuanced insights, making complex subjects accessible without sacrificing depth. Listeners looking for thoughtful analysis and candid storytelling from credible experts will likely find this show compelling, especially if they enjoy book-driven discussions that connect literatu... more

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4. Kojo Koram
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