Best Daniel Kinahan Podcasts (2025)

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Introducing - THIS IS ROBERT 1:00

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When an innocent postman was shot in the head in Dublin in October 2008, it barely registered on that day's national news. Dad-of-two Robert Delany was shot because he broke up a pub fight involving the wrong man. He survived the hit on his life, which took place at his home in front of his young daughter, carried out on the orders of a ruthless an…

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Danny Kinahan- The FORMER Veterans' Commissioner for Northern Ireland 42:06

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Send us a text Note- this was recorded prior to Danny's resignation. Danny Kinahan, is the first Veterans Commissioner for Northern Ireland and was appointed to this role by the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland in September 2020, as a result of the New Decade New Approach political agreement. He's a former Army officer, MLA and Member of Par…

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Col (Retd) James Phillips- The Veterans' Commissioner for Wales 1:00:17

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Send us a text Colonel (Retd) James Phillips is the first veterans commissioner for Wales. James, who lives in Pembrokeshire, left the Army after serving 33 years, including in Iraq, Afghanistan, Northern Ireland and the Balkans. He believes Wales has a "long tradition of service and sacrifice". His appointment means Wales joins Northern Ireland an…

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Cllr Daniel McBirnie- The Bomb Disposal Officer in local politics 34:21

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Send us a text Daniel McBirnie is a Saffron Walden councillor and resident. He has fought developers and won concessions for local people and is a former Army Lieutenant Colonel who’s provided MoD briefings to the government on Covid and Mental Health. Daniel began his military career at the Army's 6th Form College, Welbeck, which is sadly no longe…

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Cllr Rich Potter - the Invictus Games athlete taking on the World's toughest trek 35:10

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Send us a text Hailing from the West of Ireland, Rich’s vibrant childhood was filled with sports and weekend fun with his grandparents. After an ankle injury and subsequent loss of his left leg due to sepsis, Rich found a new path in athletics and indoor rowing. His resilience shone at the 2023 Invictus Games, where he claimed gold in the 100m, sil…

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The Rt Hon James Cleverly TD VR MP - Conservative Leadership contender exclusive 29:32

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Send us a text We return this week during Season 10 of the podcast to the Conservative Leadership race with former Secretary of State, Rt Hon James Cleverly MP. Our host Jonny Ball first met James back in the Noughties when they were both active in London Party Politics. Since then, James has gone on to great things, but in this episode, Jonny reca…

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The Rt Hon Tom Tugendhat MBE VR MP - Exclusive interview with Conservative Leadership contender 32:27

9M ago32:27

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Send us a text We kick off season 10 of the Veterans In Politics Podcast with Conservative Leadership hopeful, Tom Tugendhat! This is a fantastic start to the season, and you wont be surprised to learn that our host Jonny and Tom (whom share the same cap badge from their time in the army) talk about leadership... a lot! Tom was Minister of State (M…

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Introducing Cocaine Inc. 27:49

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Description: Inside the global cocaine industry, where profits are counted up in millions and losses measured out in murders. Damien Lane introduces a new podcast series from The Times, Sunday Times and NewsCorp Australia, revealing how the drug business works like any multi-billion dollar corporation. To listen to the full series of Cocaine Inc. j…

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Cllr Gareth Staples-Jones- the Army Reservist on why young people should be in politics 40:02

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Send us a text Support the show ✅Support The Show Help Us Grow! Help us reach more veterans by donating the cost of a cup of coffee today... 💳A small donation helps us pay our publishing fees & expenses and enables us to reach even more people, by creating the content you love! Every supporter will get a shout out on our show too! CLICK HERE 👉https…

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PRESENTING: THE STARDUST TRAGEDY- COMING APRIL 25TH 2024 1:59

1y ago1:59

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This 8 part series tells the story from the very beginning up until the current day, with several individual stories of the young victims as they set off for the Valentine’s night disco in the Stardust nightclub in Artane in 1981. The podcast continues with a thorough investigation into the fatal fire, testimonies from survivors, firefighters and f…

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Jim Shannon MP - Parliament's most prolific debater 24:04

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Send us a text Jim was first elected to Ards Borough Council in 1985 and served as Mayor in 1991/92. He was elected as a member of the Northern Ireland Forum for Political Dialogue in 1996 until it completed its work in 1998. He was then subsequently elected to the Northern Ireland Assembly representing Strangford. Within the NI Assembly Jim served…

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Kate Ironside - 'Behind the Politics' with the political journalist turned Uni lecturer 50:22

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Send us a text This week we are back with our 'Behind the Politics' segment, speaking to those behind the scenes, turning our attention to the world of journalism. Our guest is from The University of Northampton, Kate Ironside. Kate is a former political journalist, with 26 years experience in industry. She worked for the Reading Evening Post, Cent…

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Tom Blenkinsop - The MP who joined the Army Reserves 29:04

1y ago29:04

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Send us a text Tom Blenkinsop was born in Middlesbrough, brought-up in Marton and graduated from Teesside University with a BSc in Philosophy, Politics and Economics, and the University of Warwick with an MA in Continental philosophy. Tom joined the Army Reserve in 2017 in the Royal Military Police in which he still serves today, and was an MP whil…

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Dr Sebastian Gorka - Inside the White House with Trump National Security Advisor 43:20

1y ago43:20

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Send us a text About this week's guest: Dr. Sebastian Gorka is a Talk Show Host on the Salem Radio Network Platform, and began his show AMERICA FIRST on New Years Day, 2019. With parents who had lived as children under fascism and then escaped Communist Hungary, Sebastian was raised to love freedom. And his love of talk-radio developed early. As a …

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Rt Hon Dr Andrew Murrison MP- The Minister for Defence People & Families 27:14

1+ y ago27:14

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Send us a text The Rt Hon Dr Andrew Murrison MP is a Minister at the MOD and we were excited to record this episode in the heart of our nation's Defence HQ at MOD Main Building. We talk about the Invictus Games, Ukraine, his service in the Royal Navy as a doctor, both regular and reserve, his family, Defence and the various ministerial roles he has…

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The original doorstep journalist - 'Behind the Politics' with Michael Crick 36:10

1+ y ago36:10

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Send us a text This week we speak to veteran Channel 4 and BBC investigative journalist, Michael Crick as part of our 'Behind the Politics' feature where we interview experts in the field of politics, from campaign managers to pollsters to journalists like Michael... and maybe even the odd Special Advisor! Michael is a TV legend, broadcaster, journ…

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Andrew Selous MP- Former Army Reservist on a day in the life of an MP 32:08

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Send us a text Veterans In Politics- Andrew Selous MP- Former Army Reservist on a day in the life of an MP Our host first met Andrew Selous MP when he himself was brand new to politics. UIt was great to sit down in Parliament all these years later and chat through mucvh about the day in life of an MP. From PMQs to consituency life and casework, thi…

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Cllr Paul Watson- The independent veteran councillor on a Union for the Forces 47:57

1+ y ago47:57

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Send us a text James Paul Watson (known as Paul) joined the Irish Guards straight from school and completed 6 operational tours including Northern Ireland, Kosovo, Iraq, and Afghanistan. He sustained a spinal injury in Afghanistan, which ultimately led to his medical discharge from the British Army in 2015. He immediately enrolled at Salford Univer…

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Rt Hon Tobias Ellwood MP on grief, loss and Afghanistan 35:06

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Send us a text Tobias Ellwood has always been in the headlines. This interview covers the reasons why, and comes with a trigger warning as we talk about tricky subjects, including grief and trauma. For details of supportive organisations, see the bottom of these notes. About our guest: Tobias was elected as Member of Parliament for Bournemouth East…

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Royston Smith GM MP- RAF veteran, former council leader and George Medal recipient 33:18

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Send us a text Royston Smith GM MP is an RAF veteran, former council leader and George Medal recipient and our latest guest on Veterans In Politics Podcast. He has been the Member of Parliament for Southampton Itchen since 2015 and is the former Leader of Southampton City Council, having served as the Councillor for Harefield Ward – where he was bo…

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James Gray MP- HAC veteran on Operation Christmas Box 39:58

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Send us a text This week we sit down with HAC Veteran James Gray MP. James was first elected as MP for North Wiltshire in May 1997. He was educated at Hillhead Primary School and Glasgow High School and later read History at Glasgow University and Christ Church, Oxford. More recently he was a visiting Parliamentary Fellow of St Antony’s College, Ox…

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Richard Drax MP- Former Guards Officer on Northern Ireland and the Defence Select Committee 41:46

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Send us a text Veterans In Politics Podcast this week meets Richard Drax MP, a former Guards Officer who served in Northern Ireland and is on the Defence Select Committee Richard was delighted to re-elected the MP for South Dorset in December 2019. He served across the world, including Germany, Cyprus, Kenya, Brunei, Hong Kong, the United States, L…

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Rt Hon Mark Francois MP- TA Officer veteran and former Defence Minister on the Armed Forces Covenant 32:40

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Send us a text Veterans In Politics this week is with Rt Hon Mark Francois MP, the former TA Officer and past Defence Minister who worked hard to bring the Armed Forces Covenant into being with the then Prime Minister David Cameron. We talk about his beginnings in the Royal Anglian TA, getting into local government and eventually becoming a Member …

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Was all that glittered gold at Labour Party Conference? - 'Behind the Politics' with Lydia and Jonny Ball 51:27

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Send us a text Jonny and Lydia wrap up their look at Party Conference season with analysis of the Labour Party Conference. We take a look at the man who wants to be Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer's speech, which began with protester throwing glitter over him! But he handled it well and it actually played into his delivery. 'Behind the Politics' i…

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Hs2 plan shelved at Conservative Party Conference- 'Behind the Politics' with Lydia and Jonny Ball 49:25

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Send us a text Jonny and Lydia are back to take a look at Conservative Party Conference with more insights 'behind the politics' off of the back of the news Hs2 has been shelved for the North. We unpick Conservative Party Conference including the Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's speech which was packed full of stuff! A key moment for the Conservatives …

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The 'C' word and the Lib Dem Party Conference - 'Behind the Politics' with Lydia and Jonny Ball 41:33

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Send us a text Jonny and Lydia are back with more insights 'behind the politics' as they review the Liberal Democrat Party Confidence and a particular focus on Ed Davey's speech. What was said? What wasn't said? What does this all mean? We unpick this and provide some analysis to better help you understand what's going on during Conference season a…

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Flick Drummond MP- Int Corps' TA veteran on political resilience 42:18

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Send us a text We return this week with Flick Drummond MP a veteran of the Int Corps' TA and talk to her on political resilience amongst many things. Flick has a background in education and does some extraordinary policy development work in this are cross-party. She also has been through the mill with her political career having experienced failure…

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Jason McCartney MP- RAF Officer veteran on winning and losing in politics 43:21

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Send us a text In this episode we meet Jason McCartney MP- a former RAF Officer, journalist and now MP We talk about his RAF family links, his career that took him to Iraq as well as his journey into journalism and latterly politics. Jason knows what it is like to win and lose, and we discuss the disaster of the 2017 General Election and how the Pr…

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Sir Mike Penning MP- from Guardsman to Minister to Knight of the Realm 37:26

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Send us a text Veterans In Politics- Sir Mike Penning MP- from Guardsman to Minister to Knight of the Realm It was a huge pleasure recording this episode with Sir Mike Penning in his office in the heart of The House of Commons, in Parliament, Westminster. Our host Jonny first met Mike at the MOD, where Mike was serving as Minister for the Armed For…

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Cllr Louise Jones, Veteran Intelligence Corps' Officer, local councillor and parliamentary candidate 29:05

2y ago29:05

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Send us a text Veterans In Politics with Cllr Louise Jones, Veteran Intelligence Corps' Officer, local councillor and parliamentary candidate Louise and our host Jonny first met at Labour Party Conference and they share a history with the Intelligence Corps. Louise was a commissioned officer in the Corps and tours included time in both Germany and …

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Stephen James- Political activist, Intelligence Corps' Veteran and former teacher 51:30

2y ago51:30

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Send us a text This week we talk to Stephen James, a former member of the Intelligence Corps', a teacher and social entrepreneur. Stephen is also Chairman of Folkestone and Hythe Conservatives. In this episode we talk about his military career that took him to Afghanistan and his transition into teaching that benefitted from a veteran mentor. We al…

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Honourable Artillery Company Business Network Event, London with Ed McGuinness and James Clark 40:53

2y ago40:53

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Send us a text Veterans In Politics- Honourable Artillery Company Biz Network Special- with Ed McGuinness and James Clark Recorded in front of a studio audience at the Honourable Artillery Company with their Business Network and our guests Ed McGuinness and James Clark from the Conservative Friends of the Armed Forces. This was a fun episode to rec…

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'Mark Francois and the rabbit on the roundabout - 'Behind the Politics' with Lydia and Jonny Ball 58:19

2y ago58:19

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Send us a text We're back with new season kicking off with our host Jonny Ball and his wife Lydia! We launch a new season with a new feature to the podcast called 'Behind the Politics' where we interview experts in the field of politics, from campaign managers to pollsters to journalists.. and maybe even the odd Special Advisor! Sit back and learn …

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A Self-fulfilling Prophecy | 10 51:33

2y ago51:33

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As The Kinahan’s structures and key members begin to fall in a post-sanctions world, we ask some questions on our series finale… Where on earth are Christy and his two sons? How long can they stay on the run? And what comes next for Irish gangland… The Kinahans is brought to you by The Irish Sun. This series was written and produced by UrbanMedia. …

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Supergrass | 9 1:08:08

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The 52 day trial of Gerry “The Monk” Hutch begins in the Special Criminal Court, but not before a huge plot twist happens in the eleventh hour. Jonathan Dowdall turns state, and brings a new Hollywood dimension to the “trial of the century”, as the court hears the in’s and outs of the pair's bugged trip up North. The Kinahans is brought to you by T…

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Hiding In Plain Sight | 8 55:06

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A European Arrest Aarrant is issued for Gerry Hutch, but he manages to evade authorities completely. Is it possible he has someone working on the inside? Tyson Fury continues his comeback, and the cash keeps stacking up for Daniel and others around him. A Tweet in 2020 highlights his presence in the sport like never before, and brings some unwanted…

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Kin Of The Ring | 7 54:32

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As the feud begins to trickle out, The Kinahan's establish themselves as a global powerhouse from their new base in the Middle East. Connections are forged with other international drug lords, and a “Super Mafia” is formed. Back closer to home, Jonathan Dowdall's past catches up with him, as he tries to flee Ireland to escape prosecution. The Kinah…

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The Feud | 6 57:46

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In the wake of The Regency, Gardai are on high alert around the city, as retaliation attacks begin to take place on a near weekly basis. With The Kinahans gone into hiding, their foot soldiers carry out a series of brutal murders on Hutch allies. An underfunded police force struggles to keep on top of the violence, as The Regency’s first arrests ta…

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The Regency | 5 47:14

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Things escalate between the Hutch and Kinahan gangs after the murder of Gary Hutch. A Lanzarote hit attempt on The Monk sends things to a boiling point. Then the event that changed everything… A boxing weigh-in at The Regency Hotel in Dublin goes south when a hit team storms the building in search of Daniel Kinahan. The Kinahans is brought to you b…

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“U Rat” | 4 51:38

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The Kinahan gang receive a lot of unwanted attention after the murder of Paddy Doyle on The Costa Del Sol. Spanish police close in on the gang, as wiretaps reveal the extent of The Cartels intricate money laundering systems. After a large sum of money goes missing, things between Gary Hutch and Daniel Kinahan begin to sour. The repercussions will b…

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The Kids | 3 51:19

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If Daniel and Christopher Kinahan Jr had been born into a different family, their path in life would have certainly been different. Listen to how the pair got involved in organised crime from a young age, and how relationships forged in their late teens would have drastic consequences for the world of organised crime in the years to come. The Kinah…

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The Seeds Of The Cartel | 2 36:39

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Episode 2: As Christy faces his first long stint behind bars, a chance encounter inside the halls of Mountjoy Prison forges a relationship that will change Irish gangland forever. Upon his release in the early 90’s, Christy makes a decision to leave Ireland for good. While in the UK, Holland and Belgium, we see how the Dapper Don hones his craft, a…

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Silent Partner | 1 38:11

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Episode 1: The Kinahans begins its story in Dublin of the late 1970’s as heroin burst onto the scene. The Dunne’s, Ireland’s leading crime group, were responsible for much of the devastation the new opioid had brought across Dublin City. It wasn’t long before a young petty criminal from Phibsboro wanted a slice of the pie. His name was Christy Kina…

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Cllr Will Stone- Rifles Soldier, businessman, councillor and Parliamentary Candidate 34:44

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Send us a text Veterans In Politics- Season 7, Episode 6- Cllr Will Stone - Former Rifles Soldier and now a Parliamentary Candidate for the Labour Party in Swindon. Cllr Will Stone has broken onto the scene recently as one of our younger veterans in politics. He began his career as an infantry soldier in his local Regiment, The Rifles. After a care…

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THE KINAHANS 2:48

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In February 2016, a six person hit-team burst through the doors of a boxing weigh-in at Dublin's Regency Hotel. There, a Kinahan Cartel lieutenant named David Byrne was brutally murdered, as other senior members of the gang made a lucky escape. The attack took place in front of a room packed full of boxers, journalists, civilians, and young childre…

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Cllr Chris Mitchell from REME Officer to Council Leader 47:57

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Send us a text Veterans In Politics- Season 7, Episode 5- Cllr Chris 'Chalky' Mitchell - Former REME Officer and now a Council Leader in Worcester for the Conservatives. Chalky was introduced to the show by a mutual veteran friend. This is the first time that we have had the privilege of interviewing a leader of a local authority so couldn't resist…

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Jonny Singh - Former Chinook pilot on what purpose means and international development 38:43

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Send us a text Veterans In Politics- Season 7, Episode 4- Jonny Singh - Former chinook pilot on what purpose means and international development. Jonny Singh is super humble a despite having been awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross in Afghanistan for bravery. He describes this incident in detail, and even talks about how 'we' won the award- refe…

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Mike Crofts- army veteran, approved Labour candidate and criminal justice charity founder 42:42

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Send us a text Veterans In Politics- Season 7, Episode 3- Mike Crofts- army veteran, approved Labour candidate and criminal justice charity founder. Our host Jonny Ball first met Mike Crofts working together on another podcast 'Veterans Work' where they focussed on veterans' employability issues. He was immediately impressed by Mike's work in the c…

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Richard Foord MP- the newest veteran in Parliament 28:27

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Send us a text Veterans In Politics- Season 7, Episode 2- Richard Foord MP- the newest veteran in Parliament having been elected as a Lib Dem MP in the Tiverton & Honiton by-election of 2022. Richard Foord is an army veteran having served for 10 years as an army officer in the Adjutant Generals Corps (ETS Branch). Essentially, he was an army teache…

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Cllr Bayo Alaba- Former Para, local councillor, community activist 47:34

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Send us a text Veterans In Politics- Season 7, Episode 1- Councillor Bayo Alaba- The Parachute Regiment veteran on his work in the community, race, family values as well as his service as a local councillor. Cllr Bayo Alaba is a former member of the Parachute Regiment. Fiercely proud of his Nigerian roots, he does not want to be simply known as jus…

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