Pirate Predator: 01 - The Electrician

May 11, 2026 · 31 min

About this episode

The episode explores the early life of Eamon Cooke, a figure in Dublin's pirate radio scene, highlighting his violent and unpredictable youth.

Long before he ruled the airwaves of Dublin’s pirate radio scene, Eamon Cooke was a man defined by a different kind of interference. His youth wasn't just rebellious; it was at times violent, volatile and unpredictable. These were the first glimpses into someone who was fast growing up into becoming a very dangerous man. If you've been affected by any issues raised in this episode, please visit rte.ie/helplines Credits: Pirate Predator is hosted by Peter Mulryan. The series is written, recorded and produced by Peter Mulryan, Nicoline Greer, Shauna McGreevy and Liam O'Brien. Original music soundtrack is composed and performed by Alma Kelliher with Ste Carolan on guitars. Sound design is by Damian Chennells. Audio Product Support is by Nigel Wheatley and Áine McManus. Design and creatives by Sorcha Kelly and Mark Hennessy. Marketing by Christopher Hayes, Maria Buckley and Hilary O'Callaghan. Promos by Liz Ivory. Publicity by Kate Smyth. Additional online editorial content by Anna Joyce. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People in this episode

Host: Peter Mulryan

Topics covered

pirate radio
youth violence
Dublin
Eamon Cooke
rebellion
dangerous individuals

Keywords

Eamon Cooke
pirate radio
Dublin
youth
violence
rebellion
dangerous man

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: RTÉ