In 2005, Joseph O'Callaghan's testimony helped convict two drug-dealing gangsters for murder, and he became the youngest person ever to enter the Witness Protection Programme in Ireland.Now, as the men he put away agitate for release, he tells his extraordinary life story in his own words for the first time.Following the publication of Nicola Tallant’s best-selling book The Witness, The Witness: In His Own Words is an ambitious and powerful documentary podcast series produced by the team behind The Stand with Eamon Dunphy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
https://thewitnesspodcast.com
Gesamtlänge aller Episoden: 5 hours 16 minutes
- 1
- 2
- 1
- 2
episode 12: A Mother's Story
Joey's mother, Mary, tells her side of the story.
Please be aware that there are references in this podcast to violence, sexual abuse and suicidal thoughts. If you are negatively affected and need help or advice, please contact the Dublin Rape Crisis Centre’s Freephone National 24-Hour Helpline on 1800 77 8888 in Ireland, or call the Samaritans on Freephone 116 123 in Ireland and the UK...
episode 11: 10: The Letters
Joey writes to the parole board, and receives a letter from an old friend.
episode 10: 09: The Secret Life
Struggling with the effects of everything he's gone through, Joey has to leave his family behind and make a new life for himself.
episode 8: 07: The Lips
Brian is more violent and controlling than ever, and Joey resolves to find a way out.
episode 7: 06: The Gun
Joey witnesses something that shakes him to his core.Please be aware that there are references in this podcast to violence, sexual abuse and suicidal thoughts. If you are negatively affected and need help or advice, please contact the Dublin Rape Cr...
episode 5: 04: The Big Time
After a brush with the law, Brian and Joey meet with one of the most notorious criminals in the city.
episode 4: 03: The Cottage
Joey is drawn into the heart of Brian's criminal operation, with terrible personal consequences.
- 1
- 2
- 1
- 2