Pirate Predator: 04 - Secrets and Lies

About this episode

The episode reveals the dark truths about Eamon Cooke's actions and his connections during a troubling time.

With Eamon Cooke at the helm of Radio Dublin, his true image begins to emerge. When child abuse allegations are brought to light, it's hoped that will put a stop to his behaviour. But Captain Cooke grows even bolder and sets out to bury the truth. This is also at a time when he begins to befriend Jimmy Saville... 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. Legal advice from Trish Whelan and Deirdre Kelly. 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

• child abuse
• media influence
• truth and deception
• radio history
• criminal behavior

Keywords

• Eamon Cooke
• Jimmy Saville
• child abuse
• Radio Dublin
• media

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