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The Garda PodcastBonus video episode: Footage from the MV Matthew operationEpisodes 26 and 27 of The Garda Podcast detail the interdiction of the MV Matthew, which resulted in the largest ever drug seizure in Ireland. In this episode, we feature real and dramatic footage taken by the Irish Air Corps during this operation on September 23 2023. You'll also hear real voice recordings discovered by Gardaí during their investigation. 2025-07-3012 min
The Garda PodcastEP27: Inside the MV Matthew operation - Ireland's largest drug seizureIn this episode, Detective Superintendent Joe O’Reilly of the Garda National Drugs and Organised Crime Bureau takes us behind the MV Matthew operation. The previous Garda Podcast episode - EP 26, outlines the timeline of the MV Matthew interdiction and subsequent conviction of eight men. Background:On September 23 2023, a Panama flagged cargo ship called the MV Mathew entered Irish territorial waters, having set off from Curacao, an island off the coast of Venezuela. Unbeknownst to its crew, suspicions about the ship’s activities had been communicated by international intelligence agencies to A...2025-07-0520 min
The Garda PodcastEP26: The MV Matthew cocaine seizureOn September 23 2023, a Panama flagged cargo ship called the MV Mathew entered Irish territorial waters, having set off from Curacao, an island off the coast of Venezuela. Unbeknownst to its crew, suspicions about the ship’s activities had been communicated by international intelligence agencies to An Garda Síochána’s Drugs and Organised Crime Bureau.The ship was being monitored, with the belief that its cargo may contain illegal drugs.On September 22nd, the day before the MV Matthew entered Irish waters, two men, bought a fishing trawler called the FV Castlemore in West...2025-07-0522 min
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€31 million worth of cocaine seized in west Cork.
Luach €31 milliún de chócaon faighte in iarthar Chorcaí.
Gardaí have arrested four men over a large haul of drugs found in Co. Cork this morning.
Tá ceathrar fear gafa ag na Gardaí faoi lear mór drugaí a fuarthas i gCo Chorcaí ar maidin inniu.
Approximately €31 million worth of cocaine was seized when Gardaí stopped a van in the Court...2025-07-0204 min
The Garda PodcastEP25: Inside the Armed Support UnitThe Garda Armed Support Unit, also known as the ASU, is a specialist firearms and tactics unit in An Garda Síochána. In this episode, ASU member, Garda Emma Henebery takes us inside this highly skilled unit. This episode contains some discussions about suicide and self-harm. If you are affected by anything you hear in this podcast, you can call Samaritans on 116 123 or Pieta on 1800 247 274. In an emergency, call 112 or 999.2025-06-2026 min
This WeekAn Garda Síochána facing legal action over Denis Donaldson investigationA policing oversight body is taking legal action against An Garda Síochána over its failure to comply with an investigation into the murder of British agent Denis Donaldson in Co Donegal almost 20 years ago. Northern Correspondent Conor McCauley reports.2025-06-1504 min
In The NewsWater cannons and body-worn cameras: How the Gardaí has changed under Drew HarrisGarda Commissioner Drew Harris had much to show the media at an event at Garda HQ on Monday.New riot gear, a massive water canon, smart body-worn cameras, hand-held computers and more secure vehicles, part of the force’s fleet, the largest ever.Questions why one piece of useful equipment – a cadaver dog – was not on the list of new acquisitions were eagerly asked by the media, and easily answered by Harris.The new kit got the attention but central to the event was the launch of a new report, Transf...2025-06-1128 min
Ocean FM News ReportsFormer Donegal Sergeant expresses reservations over new Garda reportA former Donegal Sergeant has been described a new Garda report as a lovely piece of literary work. The launch of the 'Transforming An Garda Síochána 2018-2024' report was launched this week.It was compiled to give an account of the 'Policing Service for Our Future' programme, which is described as the biggest structural change to the force in its history.Steps being taken include the roll-out of 700 body-worn cameras and 15-thousand mobility devices.But former Sergeant Christy Galligan believes there's a clear lack of community engagement in th...2025-06-1002 min
The Garda PodcastEP24: On the Beat in DublinIn this episode, we go on the beat with two Gardaí based in Pearse Street Garda station. Find out what city policing is like during a high visibility foot patrol. 2025-05-3037 min
Three Castles BurningFrom 'Peelers' to Gardaí: How the Dublin Metropolitan Police and An Garda Síochána merged (with Paul Maher)The first ever Kilkenny Law Fest took place last weekend. On its bill, a discussion with Superintendent Paul Maher of the Garda Historical Society. Paul did so much in the Decade of Centenaries to involve the force, and it was great to talk to him about the 1925 merging of the Dublin Metropolitan Police and AGS. This discussion takes in early Irish policing, as well as looking at what made Dublin unique in policing.2025-05-2352 min
Changing Times - The Allenwood ConversationsGarda Commissioner Drew HarrisIn this remarkable episode, Mary McAleese & Mary Kennedy sit with Garda Commissioner Drew Harris for a rare and powerful & deeply personal conversation. As he prepares to step down from his role, Drew reflects on a career shaped by profound personal tragedy, public service, his reaction to a no confidence vote in him and a steady commitment to leading with courage and conviction. From growing up during The Troubles in Northern Ireland to leading An Garda Síochána through complex reforms and challenges, his story is one of resilience, integrity, and unwavering duty. With moving candour, he shares how hi...2025-04-1652 min
The Garda PodcastEP23: Inside the Cold Case UnitOur Serious Crime Review Team, often referred to as the Cold Case Unit is tasked with reviewing historical cases, many of them high profile, such as the case of Jo Jo Dullard, Sophie Toscan du Plantier and a recent review in to the Stardust tragedy. In this episode, Detective Superintendent Des McTiernan takes us behind the scenes of this highly specialised and experienced team who are determined to get justice for victims and their families. 2025-04-1423 min
OTB GAABalancing life as a Garda with the Kerry captaincy | Aishlng O'ConnellKerry captain Aishling O'Connell speaking to John Duggan about balancing life as a member of An Garda Siochána and her football as they prepare for the League final with Armagh.2025-04-1111 min
The Garda PodcastHighlight: Diving with the Water UnitFor this highlight, we go back to episode five, where Garda Lorcan Byrne takes us through a dive with the Garda Water Unit. More Garda Podcast episodes are on the way very soon. You can follow the channel to get updates when those episodes drop.2025-04-0404 min
10fortyEp 45 Garda to Western Australia PoliceIn this week’s episode, we catch up with David O’Donoghue over a Teams call to explore his unique career journey.From studying Business Information Systems and gaining work experience in the US, to working in corporate Ireland, David made the bold decision to leave the office life behind and pursue a completely different path—joining An Garda Síochána.We dive into:His early aspirations and university experienceWorking in the US and Ireland’s corporate worldWhy he left it all to become a GardaThe recruitment and traini...2025-03-311h 03
Morning Mix with Alan CorcoranSgt. Eddie Wilde On the Recent Updates and News with An Garda SíochánaWe have our regular Garda slot and joining me this morning is Sgt Eddie Wilde. 2025-03-1908 min
The Garda PodcastRepost: Dismantling organised crime groups in Ireland. Ten years of the GNDOCB.Our Garda National Drugs and Organised Crime Bureau (GNDOCB) was established ten years ago this month, in March 2015. Last year, Detective Chief Superintendent Séamus Boland spoke to the Garda Podcast about the history of the bureau and its determination to disrupt, dismantle and prosecute those taking part in organised crime in Ireland.Over the last ten years, the GNDOCB has seized:• €627 million in illicit drugs• 171 firearms and 6,586 rounds of ammunition• cash €33,284,931, £385,591 GBP, $59,721 USD and• €20,103,030 forfeited to the state• 1,722 arrests for drug trafficking...2025-03-1434 min
Dublin TodayDublin's newest top Garda vows to tackle street crimeDublin's top cop says tackling street crime is his number one target.Assistant Commissioner Paul Cleary has vowed to crack-down on crime - by instructing his officers to adopt a pro-arrest policy in a bid to make the capital safer.Investigations Editor with the Sunday Times John Mooney joined Elizabeth following his interview with Cleary.Image: Garda Síochána Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-03-0509 min
The Garda PodcastEP22: Motorcycle safetySuperintendent Stephen McCauley and Garda Seamus Fitzgerald are not only Gardaí attached to our Roads Policing Bureau, but motorcyclists when they're off duty too. In this special episode, recorded in Dublin Castle, Stephen and Seamus discuss their passion for motorcycling and give some safety tips.2025-03-0528 min
The Anton Savage ShowWhat are the benefits that come with a career in An Garda Síochána?An Garda Síochána's recruitment campaign is ongoing and will end at the end at the month. But is it a career you should consider? Joining Anton to discuss this is Emma Henebery, of the Armed Support Unit in the Southern Region (Cork) & Jamie Ryan, of Tipperary Roads Policing Unit.The Garda recruitment competition is still open and will run until 3pm on Thursday 27 February, 2025.2025-02-1616 min
The Garda PodcastEP21: Becoming a GardaWhat does an All Ireland winning Meath footballer, former stunt performer, firefighter and radio presenter have in common? They are all trainees in the Garda College and feature in this episode of The Garda Podcast. If you are interested in following in the footsteps of the people you heart in this podcast, you can apply to be a Garda in the latest Garda recruitment competition which is open until 3pm on Thursday 27 February, 2025. Apply on publicjobs.ie Follow The Garda Podcast for any further updates on upcoming Garda competitions. 2025-02-1223 min
The Garda PodcastEP20: Inside the Dog UnitOur Garda Dog Unit is an integral part of our operational support service, consisting of highly skilled Gardaí and Garda dogs. In this episode, Sergeant Brian Dineen takes us behind the scenes of this specialist unit. 2025-02-0523 min
The Garda PodcastEP19: Keeping our roads safeAn Garda Síochána is committed to road safety. From enforcement to education, our Garda National Roads Policing Bureau is constantly innovating and collaborating to ensure we have the right tools and strategies to keep you safe on our roads. In this episode, our Assistant Commissioner for Roads Policing, Paula Hilman sits down with Patrice Harrington to discuss the part we are playing to keep our roads safe.2025-01-3134 min
KCLR96FMKCLR News: Superintendent Anthony Farrell on Garda Recruitment Drive (29th Jan 2025)With An Garda Síochána launching its latest recruitment drive, Carlow Superintendent Anthony Farrell is urging people locally to consider it as a career ...2025-01-2900 min
The Garda PodcastEP18: Community PolicingCommunity Policing is at the heart of An Garda Síochána. In this episode, Chief Superintendent Padraic Jones of the Garda National Community Engagement Bureau sits down with Patrice Harrington to discuss this effective style of policing. This episode was recorded in late 2024. 2025-01-2124 min
Insight: The Stripped Back PodcastS5 E5 - How To Save A LifeContent Warning:
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We’re joined by Sean McCloughlin, a WorldSkills Lyon 2024 Medallion of Excellence Winner and a qualified electrician at G Mac Electrical, his family’s business. Sean shares his journey of representing Ireland on the world stage, the hard work it took to compete in Lyon, and the life-changing experiences he gained along the way. His story is a testament to the value of saying “yes” to opportunities and making the...2025-01-202h 15
Insight: The Stripped Back PodcastS5 E5 - How To Save A LifeContent Warning: Welcome to a very special and emotional episode of Insight: The Stripped Back Podcast as we celebrate our one-year anniversary and kick off 2025 with a powerful, inspiring installment! 🎉 Overload Segment We’re joined by Sean McCloughlin, a WorldSkills Lyon 2024 Medallion of Excellence Winner and a qualified electrician at G Mac Electrical, his family’s business. Sean shares his journey of representing Ireland on the world stage, the hard work it took to compete in Lyon, and the life-changing experiences he gained along the way. His story is a testament to the value of saying “yes” to opportunities and making the...2025-01-202h 15In The NewsToo posh to police? Why garda numbers are fallingThis episode was originally published in September 2024.An Garda Siochana has a serious retention and recruitment problem.The Commissioner knows it, so does the Minister for Justice but despite public commitments to reach enrolment targets, ongoing recruitment campaigns and changes to admission criteria, efforts to increase the size of the force to the Government benchmark of 15,000 continue to falter.There are now fewer sworn Garda members than at the start of last year.Why? It’s a well-paying public service job, it offers career variety and progression and it...2025-01-0223 min
The Garda PodcastEP17: The Garda fleetFrom patrol cars to unmarked vehicles, from motorbikes to public order vans, the Garda fleet is unique. What does it take to procure such unique and innovative vehicles and how are they kept on the road to keep people safe? In this episode, our Head of Fleet Management gives a fascinating insight into the Garda fleet. 2024-12-1019 min
The Garda PodcastEP16: Missing Persons: Working together to provide answersIn this Missing Persons Day special, you'll hear from Detective Chief Superintendent Colm Noonan who has responsibility for the Garda Missing Persons Unit, Jerry Bradley, brother of Alan Bradley who went missing in Maynooth, Kildare in 1999 and you'll hear from Dr Hilary Clarke, a scientist from Forensic Science Ireland (FSI). Missing Persons Day, hosted by the Department of Justice, is an annual commemorative day for families and friends to remember their missing loved ones. It's also a day for An Garda Síochána to highlight how we will do all we can to bring those who are missing ho...2024-12-0637 min
The Garda PodcastEP15: Life in the Garda CollegeOur Garda College is the national centre for police training, development and learning and is based in the town of Templemore, Co. Tipperary. In this episode, you'll find out what life is like for Garda Trainees during their Foundation Training Programme and what it takes to become a member of An Garda Síochána.2024-11-2935 min
The Garda PodcastEP14: Inside the Garda National Escort UnitOur National Escort Unit consists of highly skilled Garda motorcyclists who provide escorts for various reasons, including for the transport of VIPs and critically ill patents. In this episode, you'll go inside this specialist unit and hear about their training, more about who they escort and why. 2024-11-0512 min
The Garda PodcastEP13: Garda vetting explainedThis episode features an interview with Superintendent Niall Featherstone, Chief Bureau Officer with the Garda National Vetting Bureau. Last year, our Garda Vetting Bureau processed over 588,000 vetting applications from 28,000 relevant organisations.Find out why vetting takes place, what information is looked for during the vetting process, what is disclosed to an organisation, tips on how to carry out your vetting application and lots more.2024-10-1625 min
The Garda PodcastEP12: Policing Ireland v EnglandIreland and England went head to head in a UEFA Nations League soccer game at the Aviva Stadium, Dublin on September 7th 2024. Due to the high risk nature of this fixture, the Garda Commissioner declared it an extraordinary event, meaning that leave could be cancelled for Gardaí to ensure enough resources were in place. In this episode, we follow those charged with policing this event in the days leading up to kick off and during and after the match. You'll get an insight in to the detailed pre planning that takes place, the many different specialist units involved, the w...2024-09-2735 min
The Garda PodcastEP11: Take down of major criminal communication platformFind out how we played a key role in dismantling a major global communication platform known as Ghost. This platform is used by dangerous criminals and Organised Crime Groups (OCGs) in Ireland and around the world. We carried out 33 coordinated searches across the country on Monday 16 September and gathered significant evidence. Séamus Boland, Detective Chief Superintendent with the Garda National Drugs and Organised Crime Bureau and Justin Kelly, An Garda Síochána’s Assistant Commissioner, Organised and Serious Crime feature in this episode and explain more about this significant operation.2024-09-1819 minLearn Irish with daily podcasts20240913_IRISH_fear_gafa_faoi_theileafoin_phoca_ghochumtha_a_sholatharjQuery(document).ready(function(){ cab.clickify(); });
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Man arrested for supplying counterfeit mobile phones.
Fear gafa faoi theileafóin phóca ghóchumtha a sholáthar.
Gardaí have arrested a man in his forties as part of an ongoing investigation into the supply of counterfeit mobile phones.
Tá fear sna daichidí gafa ag na Gardaí mar chuid d'fhiosrúchán atá ar bun acu maidir le teileafóin phóca ghóchumtha a bheith á soláthar.
The man was arrested yesterday and is being held at a Garda station...2024-09-1305 minIn The NewsToo posh to police? Why garda numbers are fallingAn Garda Siochana has a serious retention and recruitment problem.The Commissioner knows it, so does the Minister for Justice but despite public commitments to reach enrolment targets, ongoing recruitment campaigns and changes to admission criteria, efforts to increase the size of the force to the Government benchmark of 15,000 continue to falter.There are now fewer sworn Garda members than at the start of last year.Why? It’s a well-paying public service job, it offers career variety and progression and it offers the possibility of retiring with a full pe...2024-09-1323 min
The Garda PodcastAwarding exceptional bravery and heroismOn September 9 2024, the Garda Commissioner hosted a ceremony to award deceased, retired and serving members of An Garda Síochána with Scott Medals for bravery at Walter Scott House, Dublin. The Scott Medal is the highest award that can be bestowed by the Commissioner of An Garda Síochána and is awarded for ‘most exceptional bravery and heroism involving the risk of life in the execution of duty’.
In 1924 Colonel Walter Scott donated to An Garda Síochána a $1,000 gold bond, in perpetuity, to endow a bravery medal, the Walter Scott Medal, and...2024-09-1221 min
The Garda PodcastEP10: Information-Led PolicingThe Garda Síochána Analysis Service (GSAS) is a national, operational support service that turns internal and externally sourced data into information and insight that supports investigations and management decisions within An Garda Síochána. In this episode, GSAS Director Sara Parsons details the highly specialist work undertaken by analysts in the service, including involvement in some of Ireland's most high profile cases. 2024-09-0534 min
The Garda PodcastEP9: Inside the Public Order UnitWe have a skilled public order capacity in An Garda Síochána. Our National Public Order Units are constantly trained and assessed to the highest standards in tactics, equipment and fitness. In this episode, Garda Karl Burton, a Public Order Training Coordinator explains the function of the Garda National Public Order Unit. 2024-08-2916 min
The Garda PodcastEP8: Policing DublinAssistant Commissioner Angela Willis has responsibility for the policing of the DMR - the Dublin Metropolitan Region. In this episode, recorded in August 2024, she sits down with Patrice Harrington to discuss the many challenges and high points that come with policing a capital city.2024-08-2030 min
The Garda PodcastEP7: Inside the Garda Mounted UnitOur National Mounted Unit provides very specialised policing on horseback support within An Garda Síochána. Gardaí and their beautiful horses undertake community relations activities, high-visibility patrols, crowd control at major events, searches for missing persons over difficult terrain, assisting at incidents of public disorder and more. In this episode, Garda Nives Caplice takes us behind the scenes at their base in Áras an Uachtaráin, Phoenix Park, Dublin.2024-08-1320 min
The Garda PodcastEP6: The Garda National Cyber Crime BureauThe Garda National Cyber Crime Bureau (GNCCB) is tasked with the forensic examination of electronic devices seized during the course of any criminal investigation. The bureau also has responsibility for investigating significant and complex cybercrimes that target computer systems and provides cyber-prevention advice to the public. In this episode, GNCCB Detective Chief Superintendent Barry Walsh brings us behind the scenes of this fascinating bureau.2024-08-0632 min
The Garda PodcastEP5: Inside the Garda Water UnitThe Garda Water Unit provides operational support and search capability in marine environments and hazardous locations. In this episode, we take you behind the scenes of this highly specialised unit.2024-07-3016 min
The Garda PodcastEP4: The Criminal Assets Bureau (CAB)The aim of the Criminal Assets Bureau (CAB) is to deny and deprive people of the proceeds of criminal conduct. Chief CAB Bureau Officer, Garda Chief Superintendent Michael Gubbins takes us inside this multi agency body.Find out about some of the most common and valuable items seized, how CAB's process works and how you can help.2024-07-2339 min
The Garda PodcastEP3: Inside the Garda Air Support UnitBased at Casement Aerodrome, Baldonnel, Dublin, the Garda Air Support Unit was established in 1997 and has since become a vital operational support in An Garda Síochána. In this episode, Sergeant Mark Campbell takes us behind the scenes of this highly specialised unit.2024-07-1618 min
CSI on FireEoin Dempsey: Fire Investigation in the Emerald Isle with the Garda Síochána !Send us a text"Ive never had a bad experience in Ireland" is a fact I hold true as I talk with Eoin Dempsey, of Garda Síochána fire investigation specialist. Join us for an enthralling episode of CSI on Fire as we sit down with Eoin Dempsey, a seasoned sergeant from Garda Síochána, who has dedicated his life to unraveling mysteries, from homicides to intricate fire investigations. In our discussion, Eoin opens up about his active role in the Fire Investigation Association of Ireland (FIAI), a unique cross-border organization that un...2024-07-1029 min