Best Jenny Claffey Podcasts (2025)

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Deirdre Jacob: Missing Since 1998 32:05

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In July 1998, 18-year-old Deirdre Jacob vanished without a trace on her short walk home in Newbridge, County Kildare — a disappearance that remains one of Ireland’s most baffling unsolved cases. Sources DPP directs no charges following fresh inquiry into 1998 Deirdre Jacob murder – The Irish Times 'The main thing is to have her return to us' — fami…

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The Disappearance of Imelda Keenan (Case Updates) 32:46

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On January 3rd, 1993, Imelda Keenan would leave her small apartment to collect her social welfare. The walk was a short one, only 7 minutes according to Google Maps. Before she left she made her fiance, Mark, a cup of tea. She put her makeup on and headed out the door, she would never return. Imelda's Family are certain that their beloved little si…

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What Happened to Ciara Breen? 29:40

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This week we look at the disappearance of 17-year-old Ciara Breen, who vanished from her Dundalk home in 1997 in a case that remains unsolved to this day. Vote for Red Room In The Stellar Awards Here Links/Sources Renewed Appeal: Ciara Breen missing since the 13/2/97 - Garda Gardaí renew appeal for Ciara Breen missing since 1997 Dundalk missing gir…

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Barbara Walsh: 40 Years Missing 27:44

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This week, we look at the disappearance of 33-year-old mother of seven Barbara Walsh, who vanished without trace from her home in the remote Connemara Gaeltacht after a late-night party in June 1985. Vote for Red Room In The Stellar Awards Here Links/Sources 4066DFIRL - Barbara Walsh ‘I don’t think she left. I think something happened to her that n…

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The Disappearance of Fiona Pender: Is Justice Lost? 27:34

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This week, we look at the disappearance of 25-year-old Fiona Pender from Tullamore, a young woman seven months pregnant who vanished without a trace in 1996. Vote for Red Room In The Stellar Awards Here Links/Sources Fiona Pender - Garda Disappearance of Fiona Pender cast shadow over home town Searches under way as Fiona Pender disappearance reclas…

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Sandra Collins: 25 Years Without Justice 34:55

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This week, we’re looking at the disappearance of Sandra Collins, a 28-year-old woman from Killala, Co Mayo, whose 2000 case was later upgraded to murder but remains unsolved. Vote for Red Room In The Stellar Awards Here Links/Sources Murder Investigation – Sandra Collins – killala Co. Mayo - Garda Episode 9: Sandra Collins | The Missing | Series 5 …

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The Disappearance of Eva Brennan 30:32

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This week, we’re looking at the disappearance of 39-year-old Eva Brennan, who vanished from Terenure in July 1993, and why her case never received the attention it deserved. Joing Patreon to Support The Show Links Eva Brennan - Garda 'One of the forgotten': Family frustration over missing woman's case https://archive.is/gJ28i Serial killer theory g…

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Claire Boylan: The Silent Search 25:10

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This week, we look at the 2003 disappearance of 36-year-old Claire Boylan, and how her case became one of the many in Ireland that seemed to vanish from public view almost as quickly as she did. Links Claire Boylan - Garda Family appeal to missing woman Family of missing woman urge her to make contact The strange disappearance of Claire Boylan : r/…

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JoJo Dullard: Secrets, Silence, and the State 30:06

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JoJo Dullard, a 21-year-old woman from County Kilkenny, vanished without a trace in 1995 while hitchhiking home, sparking decades of unanswered questions, conspiracy theories, and allegations of a cover-up in one of Ireland’s most haunting missing persons cases. Josephine (Jo Jo) Dullard - Garda Join Patreon here to support the show Links The myth …

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Esra Uyrun: Missing from Clondalkin, Her Car Found In Bray 30:06

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How did 37-year-old Esra Uyrun vanish in the early morning of February 2011, on a run for bread and milk, never to be seen again? Her car was found hours later at Bray Head, locked, with her coin purse in the boot but no sign of her. This week, we will trace her last known movements and explore the clues that point to something far more bizarre tha…

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Annie McCarrick: Three Decades With No Justice 32:22

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It’s been over 30 years since Annie McCarrick vanished from her new home in Dublin. After decades of dead ends and misdirection, Gardaí finally arrested a man in connection with her murder in June of this year, only for him to be released the next day, with a property search yielding no results. This week, we examine Annie McCarrick’s 1993 disappea…

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Brittany Dawn: From Gym Bunny to Warrior of God 50:01

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A deep dive into the scandal-stacked career of influencer Brittany Dawn, from fitness fraud to faith-based grifts, and how she’s managed to stay afloat through lawsuits, backlash, and a trail of controversy. Links Thousands of customers sign petition complaining about Instagram fitness influencer - Good Morning America Who is Brittany Dawn? The fit…

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Teal Swan Uncovered: Spiritual Suicide Pacts & Satanic Panic 1:02:53

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An in-depth look at YouTuber, Teal Swan’s rise, from a troubled past to a controversial spiritual leader, and the dark claims that surround her growing empire. This episode was originally aired to Patreon: Sign up to Patreon for a FREE 7 day trial Links The Gateway Podcast on Spotify The Memory Maker | Scamfluencers Inside The Deep End: The Rise of…

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Freelee The Banana Girl & The Raw-Til-4 Cult 45:16

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This week, we explore how YouTuber Freelee the Banana Girl weaponised veganism to build a harmful cult-like following, spreading dangerous health misinformation and leaving real damage in her wake. Subscribe to Patreon for more Red Room Sources Cancer specialist warns of potentially fatal dangers of 'miracle cure' fad diets - ABC News FreeLee the B…

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The Jay Mazini Scam: From Instagram Fame to Federal Prison 30:08

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Jay Mazini rose to fame online by handing out cash and preaching generosity, but behind the scenes, he was running elaborate scams that defrauded his own followers out of millions. This week, we uncover how a viral influencer turned con artist, and how his crimes escalated all the way to kidnapping. Patreon 7 Day Free Trial Links AP News: Instagram…

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The Zizians: From Rationalism to Radicalism (Patreon Teaser) 16:08

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This is an excerpt of a 2025 episode of Red Room called The Zizians: From Rationalism to Radicalism that is hosted over on Patreon. It discusses a 2025 tech-cult known as The Zizians, who are tied to multiple deaths. Their story is a wild mix of ideology, obsession, and deadly consequences. Listen to the full episode here: www.patreon.com/redroompo…

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The TechBro Cult of Enlightenment | Bentinho Massaro 46:08

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Bentinho Massaro is a self-styled spiritual guru with a massive online following and a string of disturbing allegations trailing behind him; from utopian dreams in Sedona to cult accusations and a follower’s tragic death... is this the future of wellness, or just another rebrand of control? Join RED ROOM on Patreon (7 day free trial) Sources/furthe…

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The Reptilian YouTuber Cult That Turned Deadly | Sherry Shriner 42:09

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Sherry Shriner was a YouTuber who claimed to fight reptilian overlords...until her online cult was linked to suicide, paranoia, and murder. This is the dark side of digital influence. Sign up to Red Room on Patreon Sources The Devil You Know S02E02 Orgone Warrior | Sherry Shriner True Crime Documentary Tony Russo's Dragged Into the Light TheWrap Gr…

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Emer O'Loughlin: An Unsolved Murder in Co Clare 30:17

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Emer O'Loughlin was a 23-year-old artist with a bright future—until her life was robbed on Friday, April 8th, 2005. What was first treated as a tragic accident soon unraveled into a violent murder, and a suspect who vanished without a trace after faking his own suicide. Facebook Page: Justice for Emer O'Loughlin Garda Information: Murder of Emer O’…

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What Happened Leidy Kaspersma? Dutch Woman Vanished In Kerry 31:58

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In 1978, 26-year-old Dutch woman Leidy Kaspersma vanished after stepping out of a car on a rural road near Kenmare, County Kerry. Decades later, her disappearance remains unsolved, but some believe all road lead to one suspect. Join Patreon Sources: 'Someone knows what happened to our Leidy' - final appeal from family of missing woman | Irish Indep…

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Jimmy O’Neill | Ireland’s Longest Missing Person Case 26:28

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In 1947, 16-year-old Jimmy O’Neill left for work in Waterford and was never seen again. Did he stow away to England, start a new life, or meet a darker fate? For decades, his disappearance remained a mystery—until now. A newly discovered letter and the power of forensic genealogy could finally reveal the truth. Sources ‘I was always in fear of sayi…

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Who Killed Raonaid Murray? Murder in Dublin's Suburbs 28:53

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Seventeen-year-old Raonaid Murray was walking home through the quiet streets of Glenageary, Dublin, when she was brutally attacked—just minutes from her front door. Despite thousands of interviews and decades of investigation, her killer has never been identified, and the motive remains a mystery. In this episode, we examine the crime scene, the pr…

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Conor & Sheila O’Dwyer: Vanished From Fermoy 30:15

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In 1991, Conor and Sheila O’Dwyer vanished without a trace from their home in Fermoy, County Cork—an elderly couple with no reason to disappear, yet it took three weeks before anyone noticed. Their disappearance remains one of Ireland’s most baffling mysteries, made even stranger by the fact that another man went missing in his car just a year earl…

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The Disappearance of Mary Boyle: Ireland’s Youngest Missing Person 34:26

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In 1977, six-year-old Mary Boyle vanished without a trace from remote Donegal, making her Ireland’s longest-running missing child case. Decades later, her disappearance remains a mystery, with allegations of political interference, ignored leads, and a fight for justice led by her sister. Justice for Mary Boyle Facebook Page Gardaí Information Sour…

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The Mysterious Disappearance of Jón Jónsson 41:54

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In February 2019, Jón Jónsson, a 41-year-old Icelandic man, walked out of his Dublin hotel in broad daylight—and was never seen again. No phone, no wallet, no known reason for leaving. Despite extensive searches, his whereabouts remain unknown. Today, we investigate Jón Jónsson’s disappearance and explore the overlaps with other cases, including Pe…

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The Unsolved Murder of Patricia Doherty | Ireland’s Vanishing Triangle 40:11

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In December 1991, Patricia Doherty left her home in Tallaght to go Christmas shopping—she was never seen alive again. Her body was discovered months later in the Wicklow Mountains, yet her killer was never identified. Patricia’s case remains unsolved, but it bears unsettling similarities to other disappearances linked to Ireland’s infamous Vanishin…

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Wellness Final Boss: Belle Gibson's Scam (Patreon Teaser) 12:04

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Beyond Nosferatu: Tracing Real-Life Vampires 46:22

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In honour of Robert Egger's long-awaited Nosferatu, I wanted to release this episode initially published back in October for Spooky Month, on Patreon. While there are hundreds of examples of Vampire-like beings in folklore across Europe, the Americas and Aboriginal countries, this week we are going to look at instances where the cosplay was taken a…

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Luigi Mangione: The CEO Assasin (Patreon Teaser) 15:05

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From Donald to Trump: The Man, The Myth & The Empire (Patreon Teaser) 15:53

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The Irish Witch Trials: Kilkenny, Youghal & Islandmagee 26:26

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This week, in our season finale, we explore Ireland's infamous witch trials, uncovering the dark tales of Dame Alice Kyteler, Florence Newton, and the Islandmagee witches. From accusations of demonic pacts to spectral evidence and deadly trials, join us as we explore how fear and superstition gripped these historic Irish communities. Sign up to Pat…

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Victorian Ireland’s Most Chilling Murders 32:29

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Step back into Victorian-era Ireland, where three gruesome murders left a trail of fear and mystery. This week, we delve into the burning of a witch, the cannibalism of a sailor and the murder of a family in rural Ireland. Sign up to Patreon for weekly deep dives & exclusive content Follow me on Instagram Follow Red Room on Instagram To access bonu…

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Ireland's Haunted History: Loftus Hall, Howth Castle & The Black Hag 25:35

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Join us this week in exploring the stories associated with some of Ireland's most haunted houses, castles and abbeys. From the haunted tapestry room in Loftus Hall to how a nun who turned to the devil haunted one of Ireland's oldest Abbeys. Get in touch: [email protected] Sign up to Patreon for weekly deep dives & exclusive content Follow me on …

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The Dullahan: The Irish Harbinger of Death 21:39

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The Dullahan is a sinister, headless rider from Irish folklore, who rides atop a black horse, carrying his severed head under one arm. With glowing eyes and a grin that stretches ear to ear, this figure carries omens of death, and is thought to be the inspiration behind the Headless Horseman of Sleepy Hollow. This week, we're taking a look at the m…

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Christina Gallagher & Her House of Prayer in Achill 37:12

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This week we investigate the rise and controversy surrounding Christina Gallagher's House of Prayer on Achill Island, uncovering the mystery behind its alleged miracles, financial dealings, and the Catholic Church's disownment. Get in touch: [email protected] Sign up to Patreon for weekly deep dives & exclusive content Follow me on Instagram Fol…

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The Cult of Woo: JZ Knight & Ramtha's School of Enlightenment 47:04

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content warning: this episode mentions instances of childhood sexual abuse What does a suburban Pacific Northwest housewife, a former Irish priest and Q Anon members have in common? Well, they all co-sign the teachings of Ramtha: a 35,000-year-old warrior who speaks through a woman called JZ Knight, at her school of enlightenment. This week we're d…

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QAnon: The Conspiracy Behind The Cult 1:09:17

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QAnon is many things; a conspiracy theory, a digital phenomenon and according to many, a cult that has taken over the minds of their loved ones. This week we are deep-diving on the conspiracy theory behind QAnon, and asking how an online puzzle became possibly one of the world's largest cults. Get in touch: [email protected] HBO Documentary Sign…

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Tony Quinn & EDUCO: Ireland's Own NXIVM? 36:23

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Today we're exploring the life of Tony Quinn, the Irish spiritual leader who built a global following with his Educo program, which has been accused of being a cult. We'll explore how Quinn's teachings, wealth and "psychic powers", led to his controversial rise in the oil industry, leaving a legacy of financial manipulation and psychological contro…

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Aum Shinrikyo: The Cult That Turned to Terrorism 38:59

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In this episode, we explore the rise and fall of Aum Shinrikyo, the doomsday cult behind Japan's deadliest act of domestic terrorism. We’ll uncover how a seemingly spiritual group evolved into a deadly organization, leading to the infamous 1995 Tokyo subway sarin attack. Sign up for weekly deep dives & exclusive content Follow me on Instagram Follo…

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Japa Meditation Ireland: A Cult of Abuse 32:30

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Cults are not always whacky organised communities that live in a commune... in fact, many modern-day cults exist right under our noses. New-age spiritual gurus have gentrified many of the legitimate practices of the East, like meditation and yoga, and used them to gain the trust of vulnerable individuals. Dennis Curran and Shashi Dubey were two of …

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Donegal's Cultish History: The Silver Sisterhood (Part 2) 33:12

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Turns out there was not just one, but two cults that lived in that big 8-bedroom house in Donegal. In 1982, the house changed hands to a group called The Silver Sisterhood, but the people of Burtonport would not know any peace. While this group were quieter on paper, what they got up to within the house was another world of strange, we're talking V…

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Donegal's Cultish History: The Screamers (Part 1) 32:09

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On the North West Coast of Ireland is a small fishing village called Burtonport. On the surface, it is similar to many of Ireland's more rural villages however scratch the surface and you will hear stories of the cults that called it home for 20 years. Between 1974 and 1992, two cults chose Burtonport as their home, and brought controversy, news re…

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How The CIA Created Charles Manson (Patreon Teaser) 10:10

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This is a clip from a recent 90 minute deep dive hosted exclusively in its entirety over on Patreon. WWW.PATREON.COM/REDROOMPOD To access bonus weekly episodes of Red Room join Patreon HERE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Where is Amy Fitzpatrick? The Missing Irish Teen 29:39

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Amy Fitzpatrick was just 15 years old when she vanished without a trace on New Year's Day 2008 in Mijas, Spain. Amy was last seen walking home from a friend's house, but she never made it back. Years later, her brother would also be killed, and her step-father would be convicted of his manslaughter. Missing Amy Fitzpatrick Website Amy's Change.org …

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The Killing of Celine Cawley: Ireland's Bond Girl 31:18

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Celine Cawley knew what she wanted from life. She began modelling as a teen, and by her early 20s she had landed a bit part in a 007 movie with Rodger Moore. However, she was not just a pretty face. In 1990 she founded a hugely successful production company and by the 2000s she was settled in a beautiful home in Howeth, with her beloved daughter an…

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The Disappearance of Imelda Keenan: Missing or Murdered? 30:12

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On January 3rd, 1993, Imelda Keenan would leave her small apartment to collect her social welfare. The walk was a short one, only 7 minutes according to Google Maps. Before she left she made her fiance, Mark, a cup of tea. She put her makeup on and headed out the door, she would never return. Imelda's Family are certain that their beloved little si…

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Elizabeth Bathóry: The Blood Countess 28:25

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If the rumours about Countess Elizabeth Bathóry are true, she would be one of history's most violent serial killers. Known as The Blood Countess, living high in her castle in Transylvania, Elizabeth Bathóry tortured and killed over 650 girls and women in 20 years. She would bathe in their blood as an anti-ageing practice and engage in blood magick …

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Honour Bright: The Unsolved Dublin Murder 33:06

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25-year-old Honour Bright was found shot and killed in Ticknock in June 1925. Despite multiple eyewitnesses placing her in a car with a Doctor and a Garda Superintendent, the two men who would be charged and tried for her murder were acquitted by a Dublin jury in 1926. Honour was a single mother, and likely turned to sex work to support herself and…

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Trevor Deely: Vanished Without A Trace 33:28

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Trevor Deely would disappear without a trace, after attending his work Christmas party in December 2000, in Dublin Ireland. He has been described as having reddish blonde hair, over 6 feet tall and last seen 24 years ago, wearing a brown shirt and beige cord trousers. He has a distinctive gait, walking with his arms straight down by his sides and w…

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The Grangegorman Murders: Four Victims, Two Confessions & One Serial Killer 42:33

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In the middle of the night, on March 6th 1997, an intruder broke into number 1 Orchard View, Grangegorman and brutally killed two women in their sixties. This attack terrified the nation, the murders seemed totally random and the victims were former patients of the nearby St Brendan's Psychiatric Hospital and lived together as part of an assisted l…