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  • 31 minutes 24 seconds
    “There is a grief there”: Eoin McGee on how winning the Lotto changes lives forever

    Today on The Indo Daily we're bringing you an episode from our sister podcast Money Talks, all about how winning the National Lottery can be life-changing in perhaps unexpected ways...


    Congratulations, you've won the Lotto. Now, what exactly do you do next? One of the most important things a new winner will do is sit down and speak with a financial planner to guide them through the process – after all, the life they knew is forever changed. One such planner is Eoin McGee, founder of Prosperous Financial Services, who visits the Money Talks studio this week to pull back the curtain on the admin of cashing in a golden ticket, and the perhaps unexpected existential pressures that come with it. Host: Katie Byrne Guest: Eoin McGee


    The content of this podcast is for information purposes and does not constitute investment advice or recommendation of any investment product.

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    21 December 2025, 1:05 am
  • 41 minutes 7 seconds
    The Indo Daily’s 2025 Review: Scandals, surprises and standout moments
    From jaw-dropping scandals to moments of pure Irish joy, 2025 was a year nobody will forget in a hurry. In this special end-of-year edition of the Indo Daily, Tabitha Monahan is joined by Fionnan Sheehan, Tessa Fleming and Kevin Doyle to look back on the stories that dominated headlines and conversations across the country. They revisit the shocking downfall of DJ Carey, a presidential election full of surprises, political chaos in Leinster House, and the unlikely rise of Dublin’s cherry tomato bridge.

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    19 December 2025, 1:05 am
  • 37 minutes 54 seconds
    ‘Publish and be damned’: Fionnán Sheehan on his side of the Jim Gavin report - and the reporting trail behind it all 
    The Jim Gavin report has landed, but does it really explain how Fianna Fáil handled repeated warnings about a serious tenant dispute? Or does it reveal a party too willing to accept reassurances, too slow to ask hard questions, and too determined to protect a chosen candidate?  Fionnán Sheahan outlines the reporting behind the story, the weeks of verification, and the moment the party’s bluff was called. Irish Independent Political Editor Mary Regan assesses the damage, the unanswered questions around Michael Martin’s role, and why Fianna Fáil remains deeply divided.  Host: Kevin Doyle Guest: Fionnán Sheehan & Mary Regan  

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    17 December 2025, 5:08 pm
  • 27 minutes 14 seconds
    The Magnier Enigma: ‘Lies’, power and a €6m courtroom shock
    Billionaire stud owner John Magnier has been dealt a devastating legal blow; a €6m costs order and a High Court judge declaring his evidence amounted to “lying.” Now, as he looks to push ahead with an appeal, the battle over Barne Estate unpacks questions about power, privilege and the lengths one man will go to win. Host: Fionnán Sheahan, Guests; Paul Kimmage and Mark Tighe

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    17 December 2025, 1:05 am
  • 20 minutes 18 seconds
    How the Hennessy gang thrived on extreme violence and terror as they rose to prominence
    A violent torture attack that saw a man branded “RAT” has exposed the long-running reign of terror carried out by the Hennessy brothers in west Dublin. As the trio await sentencing, we explore their rise through gangland ranks and ask whether this marks the beginning of their downfall. Host: Tabitha Monahan Guest Eoin Reynolds & Robin Schiller

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    16 December 2025, 1:05 am
  • 23 minutes 26 seconds
    Dr Quirkey’s €54m will: Beauty queens, comedians and a gambling empire
    Richard Quirke turned flashing slot machines into a €54m fortune, but his legacy is far from simple. Behind the will lies a family saga of beauty queens, comedians and the drama of Dublin’s casino king. We want to earn your trust and are members of the Trust Project. See our ethics policies at independent.ie/ourjournalism Host: Fionnán Sheahan Guest: John Meagher

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    15 December 2025, 1:05 am
  • 33 minutes 42 seconds
    Christmas gift guide: High‑end dreams v budget reality
    From vintage cameras to anti‑phone gadgets, this Christmas brings tech gifts with a twist. We explore whether to go high‑end or budget, and the devices Gen Z and phone‑weary adults really want under the tree. Today’s Indo Daily comes from our sister podcast The Big Tech Show. We want to earn your trust and are members of the Trust Project. See our ethics policies at independent.ie/ourjournalism Host: Adrian Weckler Guest: JJ Clarke

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    14 December 2025, 1:05 am
  • 14 minutes 16 seconds
    Extra: Vatican vows - Inside Conor McGregor's '15 minute' Roman wedding

    Step inside the stunning Vatican chapel where Dee Devlin arrived for her intimate wedding to Conor McGregor. From thousands of white roses to heightened security - Ireland’s most talked about couple have now tied the knot after over 15 years together. After a tumultuous year of court cases and controversy, could married life now be part of the overall public-facing McGregor Rebrand?

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    Host; Dave Hanratty. Guest; Eugene Masterson

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    12 December 2025, 4:51 pm
  • 24 minutes 6 seconds
    Bob Vylan sue RTÉ as major cost-cutting measures get underway in Montrose
    A week ago, millions of us across the nation were glued to one of our most beloved annual traditions, the Late Late Toy Show. But a week is a long time in RTÉ politics. The festive glow in Montrose can fade fast, and this week the broadcaster has found itself navigating a fresh set of challenges, both internal and external. So, what kind of Christmas is RTÉ in for? And will 2026 bring with it a prosperous new year? Host: Tessa Fleming, Guests: Dave Hanratty, Tabitha Monahan

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    12 December 2025, 1:05 am
  • 19 minutes 6 seconds
    “Ireland’s taking the piss” – European frustrations at Ireland's weak security

    From rogue drones over Dublin to Russian vessels in our seas, is Ireland Europe’s weakest link in a world of cyber attacks and global rivalries? And why are our international allies not impressed?

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    Host: Fionnán Sheahan              Guests:  Jude Webber and Darragh Nolan

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    11 December 2025, 1:05 am
  • 32 minutes 34 seconds
    Stakeknife: The IRA double agent at the centre of a new £48m ‘sobering report’
    The long-awaited report on the activities of double agent Freddie ‘Stakeknife’ Scappaticci has been released. The investigation, which cost close to £48m and took eight years, has revealed new details, despite not naming Scappaticci as Stakeknife. Host: Ciarán Dunbar Guest: Allison Morris and Kurtis Reid

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    10 December 2025, 1:05 am
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