The Troubles Podcast

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The Drumcree Dispute: Part 1

October 12, 2026

Few parades in the world are as controversial as the one at Drumcree Church in Portadown. In this episode, we go back to the very beginning and try to explain how exactly one mile of road became a flashpoint for the entire conflict in Northern Ireland. From the founding of Portadown as a plantation town to the birth of the Orange Order and the Obins Street dispute, we trace the route that led to the first standoff on the Garvaghy Road in 1995. With Drumcree back in the headlines, part 2 wi...

Soldiers for Peace: Lee Lavis

October 01, 2026

In the 1990s, Lee Lavis was a young British soldier sent to South Armagh. Crossmaglen. Bandit Country. In this episode, I sit down with Lee to hear what it was like to patrol the fields and border roads of South Armagh at the height of the Provisional IRA's campaign there. We then talk about life after, in which Lee experienced drug addiction and homelessness. This is the first episode of Season 7. Lee will also be joining me at CrimeCon London on the first weekend of October for a panel...

Interview with Johnny Adair

May 13, 2026

This week on the podcast, Johnny Adair talked about his role during the Troubles. "Mad Dog" Adair progressed from a skinhead youth to lead the UDA's C Company, directing over 40 murders, robberies, and operations. He waged a war against the Nationalist population, but he wanted more and was eventually expelled from Northern Ireland after turning on his fellow loyalists and trying to seize control of the Shankill. This is his story in his own words. Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...

CONFLICTED · High booking difficulty · 10,000 - 100,000 listeners

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What is the email for The Troubles Podcast?

The publicly listed email for The Troubles Podcast: troublespodcast@gmail.com.

How many listeners does The Troubles Podcast have?

Podseeker estimates The Troubles Podcast reaches 10,000 to 100,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for The Troubles Podcast?

The Troubles Podcast typically books well-known public figures. Typical guest background: Individuals closely connected to the Troubles, particularly senior or widely known figures from paramilitary groups, or those whose primary-source accounts are documented (e.g., tapes/interviews). Common among recent guests: Recognized leadership roles within paramilitary organizations; Documented first-person accounts (e.g., recorded tapes/interviews); Significant historical notoriety connected to major campaigns of violence. Recent guests include Johnny Adair, Johnny Adair, and Brendan Hughes.

How hard is it to get booked on The Troubles Podcast?

High. It mostly books established leaders in its field.

What topics does The Troubles Podcast cover?

Recent episodes cover Northern Ireland, Troubles, History, Political Violence, and Paramilitaries. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.