American woman Mackenzie Michalski was just 31 at the time of her death, in November 2024.  What began as a night out in Budapest, in a well known tourist bar, would end hours later in tragedy.  A South County Dublin man who stands accused of her murder continues to plead not guilty.  He claims her death was accidental as a result of “sadomasochistic activities”, which he says the deceased woman had encouraged. 
 
Host; Fionnán Sheahan, Guest; Ali Bracken 
 
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The ‘rough sex’ claim at centre of Budapest trial of South Dublin man accused of murdering US nurse 

The baffling disappearance of Nancy Guthrie has captivated America.

The 84-year-old mother of television journalist Savannah Guthrie disappeared from her Arizona home earlier this month in what police believe was a targeted kidnapping. Nearly three weeks on, despite emotional public appeals from her family, puzzling ransom notes, and an army of online sleuths, authorities appear to be at a loss. What makes this case so different from the countless missing-persons investigations that come and go? And who is behind Mrs Guthrie’s disappearance – and what do they want?

Host: Tessa Fleming Guests: Terry Sheridan, John Pistole

The baffling disappearance of Nancy Guthrie has captivated America.
The 84-year-old mother of television journalist Savannah Guthrie disappeared from her Arizona home earlier this month in what police believe was a targeted kidnapping. Nearly three weeks on, despite emotional public appeals from her family, puzzling ransom notes, and an army of online sleuths, authorities appear to be at a loss. What makes this case so different from the countless missing-persons investigations that come and go? And who is behind Mrs Guthrie’s disappearance – and what do they want?
Host: Tessa Fleming Guests: Terry Sheridan, John Pistole

Nancy Guthrie abduction: Ransom notes, key evidence and armchair detectives

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has been arrested by UK police and taken into custody following dramatic events on Wednesday morning. The arrest came on the same day that Mountbatten-Windsor turned 66. Enda Brady brings us the latest developments. 
Host: Ciarán Dunbar  
Guest: Enda Brady

Extra: Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrested by UK police

A week ago, the nation was introduced to Seamus Culleton and his harrowing story of life inside an ICE detention centre in Texas. The Kilkenny man quickly gained the sympathy of Ireland’s public and politicians, only for the tide to suddenly turn as new developments emerged. So, how did Seamus Culleton go from “perfect victim” to publicly scrutinised? And is Micheál Martin likely to push Donald Trump’s immigration buttons when he visits the White House next month?  
Host: Fionnán Sheahan 
Guest: Niall Donald  

The ‘rough sex’ claim at centre of Budapest trial of South Dublin man accused of murdering US nurse

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