
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 | 299 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | True CrimeGovernment | |||

Paul and Mick discuss the horrific murder suicide of Jady Cristine Pereira Rosa who was stabbed to death at her home in Limerick. Her husband then took his own life in Co Cork. They also discuss the tragic death of an Irish woman and her husband who ... more
Paul and Mick discuss the public outcry after 5 teen boys died in a crash on the M9 and some of their funerals take place today. A fundraiser has also been launched for the three women and child injured in the incident. Gardai are now investigating f... more
Mick and Paul discuss the shocking tragedy on the M9 in Co Kildare which claimed the lives of 5 teenagers and saw a young family on the way to the airport seriously injured in the process. The crash has stunned the country and seen an outcry in terms... more
Mick and Paul discuss in detail the court appearance of Daniel Kinahan last night and the background to breaking the story over the weekend. They also discuss Kinahan’s first night in Portlaoise Prison and what kind of conditions he is subject to whi... 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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Apple Podcasts | #229 | |
YouTube | #191 | |
Spotify | #18 | |
Spotify | #31 | |
Apple Podcasts | #89 | |
Apple Podcasts | #19 |
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Two veteran Irish crime reporters anchor a deep, data-driven look at gangland conflicts, high-profile trials, and major investigations in Ireland. Episodes blend live courtroom color, on-the-ground reporting, and nuanced discussion of policing, ethics, and media coverage, with a steady focus on public safety, policy implications, and the human impact on victims and communities. Noteworthy is a consistent emphasis on journalistic accountability, procedural detail, and a balanced presentation that surveys both the investigative process and broader societal factors driving crime and sensationalism in the media landscape.
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Recent guests on Shattered Lives include:
1. Caio Benicio
2. Zahra Coughlan
3. Bridget Coughlan
4. Aliyah Balogun
5. Emmanuel Samuel
6. Gary Dunne
7. Ailish Miles
8. J O'Neill
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