
Shattered Lives is Ireland’s premier crime podcast. It’s hosted by Paul Healy and Michael O’Toole, two of Ireland’s leading crime reporters. It examines gangland feuds, murder investigations, major trials, and the biggest crime stories in Ireland.
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 272 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | True CrimeGovernment | |||

Mick and Paul discuss the stab murder of Qayyum Balogun amid a row at a nightclub venue on Dublin’s Grafton Street. The 21 year old Nigerian national was stabbed numerous times and later declared dead in hospital. Campaigners have since called for ju... more
Paul and Mick answer the first tranche of your questions about Irish crime, themselves and everything in between.
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In this episode of Shattered Lives, Mick and Paul discuss the death of Alexander Coughlan in Blanchardstown, as well as brutal assault cases in Finglas and Coolock. They also examine a major development in the disappearance and suspected murder of Ky... more
In this Shattered Lives Special, Paul Healy and Mick O’Toole speak to four Gardaí working in some of the most unique, challenging and high-pressure roles across An Garda Síochána.
The episode explores the reality of working as a Garda in Ireland, fr... more
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I’ve been listening to this podcast for a good few years now and still find it very enjoyable. Paul and mick go the extra yard in research and fact checking so their content is always brilliant re : all things Irish crime. Good easy listening style , and I like the dynamic between them. Cheers fellas 👍🏻
Loving this format, the on the scene updates are something not done in Ireland before.
Hi lads absolutely love your podcasts look forward to them every week enjoying it more now with the extra ones .
Excellent! Paul you’re super! Keep Hutch on his toes! 👏👏
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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.
Apple Podcasts | #211 | |
YouTube | #48 | |
Spotify | #21 | |
Spotify | #46 | |
Apple Podcasts | #29 | |
Apple Podcasts | #5 |
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A hard-edged true crime show focusing on Ireland's high-profile cases, police investigations, and courtroom dynamics. Episodes mix on-the-ground reporting, analysis of ongoing investigations, and context around major gangland feuds, trials, and political implications of crime stories. Notable is the hosts' willingness to weave in community voices, live updates, and behind-the-scenes reporting, creating a steady cadence of timely updates, expert commentary, and in-depth storytelling that helps listeners understand how investigations unfold and how public perception intersects with justice.
A standout angle is the blend of crime coverage with political and social context, including high-profile figures and complex international elements, whi... more
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Recent guests on Shattered Lives include:
1. Ciara O'Loughlin
2. Barry Cummins
3. Justin Kelly
4. Mark Ferris
5. Brandon O'Connor
6. John Joe O'Connell
7. Teddy O'Sullivan Casey
8. Michael Kelley
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