Cold World Podcast

Cold World Podcast

True Crime stories from around the world. Hosted by Irishman, Shane Smiddy.

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March 12, 2026 53 mins
Exploring one of the most divisive issues in modern politics: immigration. From European Union immigration laws to the debate over illegal immigration in Ireland, the United Kingdom and the United States, I examine the arguments on all sides. Also taking a closer look at two recent ICE-related shootings of Renée Good and Alex Pretti in Minneapolis and the growing backlash against immigration enforcement in America.
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In today’s episode we step into the final days leading up to the death of Kelly Lynch in Northern Ireland — a case that exposed disturbing allegations of coercive control and escalating violence. Through the lack of investigation, courtroom testimony, and the evidence presented at trial, we piece together how this tragedy unfolded behind closed doors. This is a stark examination of the Kelly Lynch case, the legal outcome, and the w...
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A raw, unfiltered reaction to Monster: The Ed Gein Story. Breaking down the facts, the psychology, the horror and the lasting impact of one of true crime’s most infamous figures.
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Diving deep into the heartbreaking murder of Iryna Zarutska. Her story is one of tragedy and brutality, shining a light on the darkest sides of human behavior. We uncover the details of her life, the horrific circumstances surrounding her death, and the impact it left on her family and community.

Then I take a closer look at the shocking assassination of Charlie Kirk. A case that stunned the public, raising questions about motive, ...
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Continuing on from last week’s episode, today I explore some more major problems that are contributing to America’s downfall. Today I touch on issues such as police brutality and how it’s led to the murders of so many innocent people, particularly in the black community. And then I talk about the toxic woke culture in Hollywood and how it bleeds into society.
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In what was an historic week in American history, Donald Trump is inaugurated for his second term as US President. He promises to “make America great again,” but today I break down some of the reasons that I think he has a difficult challenge on his hands. Today I highlight some of the major problems that have plagued America now for years, such as the fentanyl epidemic and the increase of mass shootings, particularly in schools. A...
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Former UFC champion Conor McGregor has come under fire with allegations of sexually assaulting a woman in a Dublin hotel in 2018. The civil suit which took place in Dublin's High Court, has garnered widespread media coverage and legal scrutiny. McGregor maintained his innocence throughout the trial, however, he was ordered to pay the alleged victim, Nikita Hand, €250,000 in financial damages. Tune in to hear me dissect both Conor a...
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Delving deep into the disturbing life and crimes of the killer clown, John Wayne Gacy, who murdered at least 33 young men and boys in the 1970s in the Chicago area. Today I’m exploring Gacy's background, his methods of luring victims, the gruesome discoveries at his home, his confession and trial, the challenges of identifying victims, and the long-lasting impact of this notorious case.
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October 30, 2024 6 mins
Delving deep into the disturbing life and crimes of the killer clown, John Wayne Gacy, who murdered at least 33 young men and boys in the 1970s in the Chicago area. Today I’m exploring Gacy's background, his methods of luring victims, the gruesome discoveries at his home, his confession and trial, the challenges of identifying victims, and the long-lasting impact of this notorious case.
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Introducing the first of my ‘roundup’ episodes. Today I’m discussing Natasha O’Brien’s fight for justice for women in Ireland. I’m also talking about whether or not XL Bully dogs should be banned or not. And lastly, I’m trying to get to the bottom of the missing person case in Tenerife, Jay Slater.
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It’s been described as one of the most gruesome and shocking murders in Ireland in recent memory. Today I’m discussing in detail the chain of events that led to the murder of a minor, Keane Mulready-Woods, in January 2020. The 17 year old was lured to a house in Drogheda to be tortured, decapitated and dismembered. Listener discretion is advised.
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In 2018, American missionary and adventure blogger, John Allen Chau sailed out to North Sentinel, a forested island off the coast of India. His aim was to introduce God to the Sentinelese, a small population of indigenous people considered to be the most remote tribe in the world. But the Sentinelese tribe have made it very clear to outsiders that they want complete isolation and do not want visitors. John never made it back.
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May 8, 2024 18 mins
Rap royalty, Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs faces serious allegations that could land him in jail for a very long time. Here’s a breakdown of what’s been going on.
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London, England. September 20, 2017. Ouissem Medouni and Sabrina Kouider were not particularly well-liked by their neighbours on Wimbledon Park Road. They were inconsiderate, often leaving trash outside of their home for days and blocking their neighbours' driveways with their expensive cars. But while their antics could be irritating, they weren't that big of a deal. The couple tended to keep to themselves. One day in mid-Septembe...
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October 13, 2023 43 mins
When you think about Los Angeles you probably think about the sunshine, movie stars, Hollywood, the fancy cars and the glitz and glam. But there are many neighborhoods here plagued by social issues like gang violence, police brutality, unemployment and drug operations. Today I’m sharing details about my trip the well known ghettos of LA with Big Mike, the host of Hood Tours. We stopped off in Watts, Crenshaw and Compton to discuss ...
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July 27, 2023 82 mins
Axl & Josh do the 30 random questions. We cover a variety of topics such as - life after death, drinking lean and the inspiration behind the new, laid-back ProTech album titled; ‘Nights in Nanaimo’ which drops in February, 2021.
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July 27, 2023 46 mins
To honour the life of a previous guest and friend, I am republishing an interview I did back in 2020 with the late Axl Borges and his brother Josh. We talked about their journey to becoming qualified pilots, producing music, skating and drug cartels in their homeland, Mexico. Rest in Peace Axl.
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9 Wellington Terrace in Cork city, Ireland, once served as cheap accommodation to those that found themselves in difficult living situations. Late night, drug fuelled parties were common at the house and it was during one of these parties that events turned chaotic. Cathal O’Brien and Kevin Ball were last seen at the house in April of 1994 before they disappeared. And just a few months later, Denis “Patch” O’Driscoll also vanished ...
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In June 2010 a lady in Oregon USA, was going through her late father’s belongings after he had just passed away. She found a journal. She was unaware that he even kept a journal, but one of the stories she read in it about the nearby Santiam Forest is truly the stuff of nightmares.
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Almost 40 years ago Baby John was found washed up on White Strand beach in Cahersiveen, Co. Kerry. The crime was pinned on local woman, Joanne Hayse. The case quickly became a national scandal, with intense media coverage and public outrage. Joanne Hayes was arrested and charged with the murder of the baby found near Cahersiveen. However, as the investigation continued, it became apparent that there were serious flaws in the case...
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