Shattered Lives
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 bigges...
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- Mick2 eps
- Barry Cummins1 ep
- Detective Sergeant1 ep
Also: member of the Armed Support Unit, new recruit, Dublin Airport Garda, Ciara O’Loughlin, Aliyah, Nikita Hand
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- 🇮🇪Ireland · True CrimeHOME#97.6K to 40K
- 🇦🇪AE · True Crime#40332 to 1.8K
- 🇭🇺HU · True Crime#16815 to 80
- Per-Episode Audience
Est. listeners per new episode within ~30 days
8.0K to 42K🎙 ~2x weekly·300 episodes·Last published 6d ago - Monthly Reach
Unique listeners across all episodes (30 days)
16K to 84K🇮🇪96%🇦🇪4% - Active Followers
Loyal subscribers who consistently listen
8.8K to 46K
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 10/16/26 |  'THAT'S WHAT YOU CALL A HERO' Son Reveals Dad Saved Two Children Before Dying in Waterford Arson | The son of a Waterford arson victim has revealed he fears for his own life after speaking out about the horrific attack that killed four members of his family. Philip and Kim English and their two young sons, Callum and Jayden, were killed when their family home in Waterford City was deliberately set on fire on October 13, 2026. Two other children survived and were hospitalised with serious injuries. In an emotional interview with the Irish Mirror's Shattered Lives podcast, John James English reveals he warned his family about potential danger before the attack and claims they had endured months of intimidation. "I'M IN FEAR OF MY OWN LIFE," he admits, revealing he has received threats and online abuse since speaking publicly. John James also shares the heartbreaking account of how his father reportedly rescued two children from the burning house before losing his life, describing him as a hero. He speaks about the family's efforts to move away, his concerns over the Garda response and his determination to secure justice for his father, stepmother and two young brothers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 21m 25s | ||||||
| 10/14/26 |  Waterford manhunt | Mick is joined by colleague Danny De Vaal to discuss the horror arson attack in Waterford that killed four members of the innocent English family. They examine the Garda probe into the tragedy - and explain why officers believe the family were targeted. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 30m 59s | ||||||
| 10/13/26 |  Kinahan wants bail | Mick was in the Special Criminal Court on Monday for Daniel Kinahan’s third appearance since his extradition from Dubai in August. He brings us through what happened and reports on strong comments by Kinahan’s human rights lawyer Darragh Mackin. He also reveals that Kinahan is going for bail in a matter of weeks. And he examines the single charge against Kinahan - and discusses what feud events are likely to be included in the mammoth Garda file that will be put before the court next year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 24m 16s | ||||||
| 10/9/26 |  Where Will Christy Kinahan Go Next? | In the latest Shattered Lives Q&A episode, Mick O’Toole and Paul Healy discuss the uncertainty surrounding Christy Kinahan’s whereabouts following reports of his departure from Dubai, including where he could go next and what the developments could mean for his family. They also answer listeners questions about some of Ireland’s most high-profile murder cases, the criminal lawyers who have made an impression on them in court, their favourite crime writers and their own experiences of writing books. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 22m 43s | ||||||
| 10/5/26 |  Daniel Kinahan back in court as ex gangster pal defends him | Paul and Mick attend the second court appearance of alleged mob boss Daniel Kinahan in Dublin. Kinahan appeared via video link as the court heard that Darragh Mackin of Phoenix Law is to represent him. Meanwhile they spoke to Kinahan’s friend - ex British gangster Marvin Herbert, who came to court to support him. Herbert claimed Kinahan wasn’t going to get a fair trial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 29m 12s | ||||||
| 9/30/26 |  Couple charged with perjury in Conor McGregor case | Paul and Mick discuss the RTE Prime Time programme on so called ‘vigilante’ groups that target predators and whether or not they’re justified in what they do. They also discuss the week’s crime stories so far, such as the court appearance of Samantha O’Reilly and Stephen Cummins, who are accused of making false statements during the appeal of UFC fighter Conor McGregor against a civil finding that he assaulted Nikita Hand. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 32m 25s | ||||||
| 9/26/26 |  Detective who investigated Conor McGregor found Nikita Hand to be ‘credible’ | Paul and Mick discuss his story that Detective Sergeant Peter Woods, who investigated Nikita Hand’s claims against UFC fighter Conor McGregor to be credible. The experienced detective spoke of his disappointment that the DPP did not level any charge against McGregor. They also discuss two shooting incidents in Dublin, a man charged with the murder of Robbie Lawlor, and the Justice Minister’s surprising comments about Christy Kinahan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 36m 10s | ||||||
| 9/22/26 |  Christy Kinahan kicked out of Dubai, Nikita Hand releases book | Mick and Paul discuss the release of Nikita Hand’s book about the rape claims she made against Conor McGregor. They also discuss a new legal statement by James Lawrence, who a jury found did not assault Nikita. They also discuss a decision by the United Arab Emirates to revoke mob boss Christy Kinahan Sr’s visa and have given him just days to leave his Middle Eastern haven. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 40m 10s | ||||||
| 9/17/26 |  Crime Catch Up: Michael Healy Rae assaulted, Jason Hutch extradited, Trump visit | Paul and Mick discuss all the latest crime stories from the assault of Michael Healy Rae TD to whistleblower concerns within An Garda Siochana. They also discuss the extradition of Jason Hutch, the death of Natasha Connors Kernan and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 50m 19s | ||||||
| 9/3/26 | crime reportingsocial media+3 | — | Kinahan | — | KinahanSean McGovern+4 | — | 45m 26s | ||
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| 8/26/26 | murdersuicide+3 | — | — | LimerickCo Cork+1 | murdersuicide+4 | — | 36m 51s | ||
| 8/21/26 | teen crashpublic outcry+4 | — | Irish Prison ServiceGardai | M9Co Cavan | M9 crashteen boys+5 | — | 37m 19s | ||
| 8/18/26 | tragic accidentteenagers+3 | — | — | Co KildareDublin+1 | joyride crashM9+3 | — | 42m 54s | ||
| 8/10/26 | Daniel Kinahancourt appearance+3 | — | — | Portlaoise Prison | Daniel Kinahancourt+3 | SAILYshatteredlives | 39m 04s | ||
| 8/9/26 | criminal justiceextradition+4 | — | Special Criminal Court | IrelandDubai+1 | Daniel KinahanSpecial Criminal Court+3 | — | 8m 33s | ||
| 8/9/26 | extraditioncrime+4 | — | Special Criminal Court | DublinDubai | Daniel Kinahanextradition+4 | SAILYshatteredlives | 36m 04s | ||
| 8/4/26 | extraditionsecurity operations+3 | — | Irish Prison ServiceGardai+1 | Portlaoise Prison | Daniel Kinahanextradition+5 | — | 38m 47s | ||
| 7/30/26 | far-rightmedia criticism+4 | — | Kinahan Hutch | — | far-rightRuth Coppinger+4 | — | 57m 06s | ||
| 7/27/26 | true crimelegal cases+3 | — | National Museum | Collins BarracksCo Monaghan | bombSemtex+4 | SAILYshatteredlives | 37m 52s | ||
| 7/24/26 | Landlord found in ‘hidden’ room speaks out, dissident bomb plot foiled | Paul and Mick discuss the major Garda operation that foiled a dissident bomb plot after a car was intercepted in Co Monaghan. They also discuss the bizarre story of a booking.com rental in which the landlord was discovered behind a wall. Paul spoke to the landlord in question who gave his own version of events. Paul and Mick also discuss the latest events in Waterford this week after a woman was stabbed at a church - and the suspension of a Garda for alleged actions abroad. Download SAILY in your app store and use our code shatteredlives at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase! For further details go to https://saily.com/shatteredlives ⛵ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices | 28m 56s | ||||||
| 7/21/26 | true crimechurch attack+3 | — | — | Waterford | stabbingWaterford+7 | SAILYshatteredlives | 15m 26s | ||
| 7/16/26 | murder investigationfamily+3 | — | Reach Ireland Podcasts | — | Jamey Carneymurder+4 | SAILYshatteredlives | 44m 20s | ||
| 7/13/26 | murder investigationasylum seeking+3 | — | Jordanian policeReach Ireland Podcasts | JordanIreland+1 | Jamey CarneyAhmed Al-Saqar+5 | — | 33m 37s | ||
| 7/9/26 | murderinvestigation+4 | — | — | IrelandKillarney+1 | Jamey Carneymurder+3 | — | 26m 42s | ||
| 7/6/26 | murder investigationsviolence in Ireland+3 | — | — | Dun LaoghairePortlaoise+3 | murderinvestigation+7 | — | 22m 40s | ||
| 7/1/26 | true crimecourt verdict+3 | — | — | DublinParnell Square | Riad Bouchakerguilty verdict+6 | — | 33m 48s | ||
| 6/30/26 | Garda operationEU presidency+3 | — | GardaEU | — | GardaEU presidency+4 | — | 13m 44s | ||
| 6/26/26 | crime storiesviolence against women+3 | — | — | Clifden, Co Galway | crimemurder+3 | — | 20m 08s | ||
| 6/24/26 | crimemurder+3 | Nikita Hand | Tonight Show | — | Barry Youngmurder+4 | — | 19m 45s | ||
| 6/19/26 | knife crimefeud+3 | — | KinahanHutch | — | knife crimeKinahan+4 | — | 38m 20s | ||
| 6/12/26 | trialattempted murder+4 | Mick | — | Parnell SquareDublin | trialRiad Bouchaker+6 | — | 20m 46s | ||
| 6/11/26 | true crimecourt trial+3 | — | — | Parnell Square East | Riad BouchakerParnell Square+5 | — | 17m 59s | ||
| 6/10/26 | trialattempted murder+4 | — | — | Dublin City | Riad Bouchakertrial+5 | — | 14m 37s | ||
| 6/8/26 | crimesentencing+5 | — | Special Criminal Court | — | Sean McGovernDaniel Kinahan+7 | — | 31m 10s | ||
| 6/5/26 | murder investigationsuspect on the run+3 | Aliyah | — | — | Qayyum Balogunmurder+6 | — | 35m 53s | ||
| 6/2/26 | murdercrime+4 | — | gardaiReach Ireland Podcasts | DublinGrafton Street+1 | Grafton Streetmurder+5 | — | 34m 38s | ||
| 5/29/26 | Irish crimelaw enforcement+4 | — | Gardai | — | Irish crimeGardai+4 | — | 47m 20s | ||
| 5/28/26 | true crimemurder+3 | — | — | BlanchardstownFinglas+2 | Alexander CoughlanKyran Durnin+5 | — | 44m 42s | ||
| 5/26/26 | Garda rolespolicing challenges+4 | Detective Sergeantmember of the Armed Support Unit+2 | An Garda Síochána | Dublin Airport | Gardapolicing+5 | — | 1h 11m 34s | ||
| 5/20/26 | investigationtrue crime+3 | — | — | DublinHenry Street | Yves SakilaHenry Street+5 | — | 43m 19s | ||
| 5/18/26 | violent incidentsdeath investigation+4 | — | — | DublinArtane+1 | Henry StreetArtane+5 | — | 35m 04s | ||
| 5/15/26 | politicscrime+3 | Ciara O’Loughlin | Irish MirrorDail | — | Gerry HutchDublin Central+3 | — | 37m 49s | ||
| 5/13/26 | gangland feudBallymun+3 | — | Defence ForcesGarda+1 | Ballymun | Ballymungangland feud+4 | — | 32m 47s | ||
| 5/8/26 | crimeelection campaign+3 | — | — | — | Gerry Hutchelection campaign+3 | — | 36m 55s | ||
| 5/6/26 | crime storiessentencing+3 | — | — | — | Sean McGovernsentencing+3 | — | 34m 34s | ||
| 4/29/26 | true crimemurder trial+4 | Barry Cummins | — | Youghal, Co Cork | Richard SatchwellBarry Cummins+5 | — | 59m 08s | ||
| 4/28/26 | criminal justiceorganized crime+4 | Mick | Kinahan cartelSpecial Criminal Court | — | Sean McGovernKinahan cartel+5 | — | 56m 54s | ||
| 4/23/26 | Garda conferenceDaniel Kinahan+4 | — | GRA | WestportDubai | GRADaniel Kinahan+5 | — | 51m 15s | ||
| 4/17/26 | crimearrest+3 | — | Irish courts | DubaiUnited Arab Emirates+1 | Daniel Kinahanarrest+3 | — | 25m 49s | ||
| 4/15/26 | organised crimeextradition+3 | — | Gardaisuperintendent | — | Gerry HutchScarlett Faulkner+3 | — | 30m 13s | ||
| 4/13/26 | fuel protestGarda operation+4 | — | Garda | DublinO’Connell Street+2 | Gardafuel protest+5 | — | 42m 49s | ||
| 4/8/26 | crimearrest+4 | — | — | SpainDarndale | Gerry HutchJonathan Gill+5 | — | 37m 07s | ||
| 4/3/26 | murdergangster+3 | — | PSNI | Belfast | Jonathan GillRobbie Lawlor+4 | — | 29m 49s | ||
| 4/2/26 | law enforcementcriminal justice+3 | — | Garda | Midlands Prison | Gardascrambler chase+5 | — | 48m 00s | ||
| 3/26/26 | true crimelegal issues+3 | — | Hennessy mob | — | Hennessy mobNikita Hand+3 | — | 41m 42s | ||
| 3/24/26 | true crimetragedy+3 | — | — | EdenderryTipperary+1 | EdenderryTipperary+5 | — | 33m 57s | ||
| 3/16/26 | crimelegal proceedings+3 | — | Kinahan cartelSpecial Criminal Court | — | Sean McGovernKinahan cartel+3 | — | 36m 41s | ||
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Chart history for Shattered Lives
Peaked at #9 in Ireland, top 10 in 1 of 3 tracked markets, currently #9 in Ireland.
| Market | Genre | Peak | Current | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ireland | — | #9 | #9 | — |
| AE | — | #40 | #40 | — |
| HU | — | #168 | #168 | — |
Chart Positions
3 placements across 3 markets.
Chart Positions
3 placements across 3 markets.