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GUBU

Episode one: The murder of Bridie Gargan

A killing shocks Ireland and prompts a manhunt that will eventually almost topple the government. 


Episode one of seven.


GUBU is researched, reported and narrated by Harry McGee and edited by Enda O'Dowd.


Sound mix by JJ Vernon


Title music by Orakhal


Graphics by Paul Scott


irishtimes.com/podcasts/gubu

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