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The State of Us

BBC Sounds
Noah Donohoe
Belfast
Northern Ireland
PSNI
Inquest
Sir Jeffrey Donaldson
BBC
Jeffrey Donaldson
Northwood Road
Department For Infrastructure
Mental Health
Domestic Violence
Belfast, United Kingdom
Kneecap
CCTV
Stormont
Blue Lights
Rory Mcilroy
Covid-19
Presbyterian Church In Ireland

Tara Mills and Declan Harvey react and reflect on news stories in a BBC NI podcast.

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A special programme from The State of Us podcast. Sir Jeffrey Donaldson is a convicted paedophile and child rapist. His wife, Lady Eleanor Donaldson, who faced five charges including four related to aiding and abetting, is found to have done the acts... more

A special series from The State of Us podcast. Sir Jeffrey Donaldson has pleaded not guilty to all 18 charges he faces, including one count of rape. His wife, Lady Eleanor Donaldson, faces a trial of the facts on related charges of aiding and abettin... more

A special series from The State of Us podcast. Sir Jeffrey Donaldson has pleaded not guilty to all 18 charges he faces, including one count of rape. His wife, Lady Eleanor Donaldson, faces a trial of the facts on related charges of aiding and abettin... more

A special series from The State of Us podcast. In the summer of 2020, 14-year-old Noah Donohoe went missing in Belfast. Six days later his body was found in a storm drain. His disappearance and death have dominated headlines for five and a half years... more

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Recent Guests

Tom Phillips
Detective Chief Inspector, Senior Investigating Officer
Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI)
Episode: 72. Police apology
Dr. Louise Bowers
Psychologist
England-based psychologist
Episode: 67. Psychiatrists ‘can’t explain it’.
Dr. Richard Church
Psychiatrist
England-based psychiatrist
Episode: 67. Psychiatrists ‘can’t explain it’.
Professor Sina Faisal
Psychiatrist
England-based psychiatrist
Episode: 67. Psychiatrists ‘can’t explain it’.
Dr. Girish Vaida
Psychiatrist
England-based psychiatrist
Episode: 67. Psychiatrists ‘can’t explain it’.
Eleanor Donaldson
Subject in the Donaldson sex abuse trial; provided police interview
Episode: 11.Eleanor's police interview
Jeremy Benn
Independent hydrology and engineering expert
JBA Consulting
Episode: 63. Is key expert impartial?
Nicola Mallon
Infrastructure Minister (former)
Government of Northern Ireland
Episode: 63. Is key expert impartial?
Sam McCallum
Detective Chief Inspector, involved in Noah Donohoe investigation
Police Service of Northern Ireland
Episode: 61. Bodycam footage lost

Hosts

Tara Mills
Host of The State of Us series; BBC Belfast/State of Us umbrella coverage.
Declan Harvey
Co-host of The State of Us; handles in-depth discussion and live in-court commentary.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 42 ratings
  • Brilliant pod

    Great presenters and topics! Refreshing!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Podfan213
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Well done

    Love this podcast and the presenters together great chemistry together.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    crazycat68
    United Kingdoma year ago

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High-quality guest expertise enhances credibility for sponsors and listeners alike.
Insightful, rigorous coverage of complex inquest proceedings.
Chemistry between hosts adds clarity to dense legal/technical material.
Episode pacing can be dense but highly informative for professionals.
Strong relevance for policy and legal communities seeking real-world context.

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61. Bodycam footage lost
Q: What about the coat and the witnesses who were never followed up?
The guest explains that there were statements from witnesses and complexities around follow-up, with references to the two constables and the decision-making pressures that may have shaped which leads were pursued.
61. Bodycam footage lost
Q: So more police evidence today?
Yes. The hosts confirm that additional police evidence is being presented, including details about how the investigation evolved when CID assumed control and what new information emerged.
62. Tunnel ‘not seriously dangerous’
Q: Did Noah's death change the department's assessments or actions around culvert safety?
The response was that the standard assessment process was followed and that Noah's death did not automatically require changes to the existing framework, though it was acknowledged as a factor in public attention and consideration of future risk.
62. Tunnel ‘not seriously dangerous’
Q: Would it be seriously dangerous for a 14-year-old to be down this tunnel?
The expert declined to label the situation as definitively seriously dangerous, arguing that risks and hazards need careful differentiation, though he acknowledged the incident would be treated as a serious concern in hindsight.
50. Copycat fears
Q: What is the role of residents near culverts in safety and risk management?
McKee stated that residents in proximity to dangerous culverts bear some responsibility for safety, as the department cannot manage all risks for every part of society, emphasizing a balance rather than zero risk.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The State of Us

What is The State of Us about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A courtroom-focused, inquest-heavy series that follows a high-profile Belfast case from daily proceedings to expert testimony. Episodes center on legal procedures, CCTV frame-by-frame analysis, risk assessments for public infrastructure, and the interplay between police, the coroner, and witnesses. The hosts bring clarity with forensic-style commentary, often featuring solicitors, engineers, and safety experts as they weigh timelines, evidentiary value, and implications for public safety and policy. A notable strength is the meticulous, real-time coverage that translates complex legal and technical details into accessible explanations, making it valuable for listeners who want a rigorous, evidence-driven look at how inquests unfold in real ... more

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1. Tom Phillips
2. Dr. Louise Bowers
3. Dr. Richard Church
4. Professor Sina Faisal
5. Dr. Girish Vaida
6. Eleanor Donaldson
7. Jeremy Benn
8. Nicola Mallon

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