Stray Bullets
The Stray Bullets podcast, hosted by E.S. Haggan, frequently discusses the Royal Ulster Constabulary (RUC), often drawing on Haggan's experiences as a former RUC/PSNI officer.
The podcast delves into various aspects of the RUC, including:
- The Troubles: Haggan openly addresses policing during the Troubles, including religion, politics, sectarianism, and related ideologies.
- Collusion: Episodes explore allegations of RUC collusion with loyalist paramilitaries and related inquiries like the Stevens Inquiries.
- Catholic officers: The podcast examines the experiences of Catholic police officers within the RUC and the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI), highlighting challenges like isolation, sectarianism, and racism.
- Specific incidents: Haggan discusses specific events and atrocities related to the Troubles, using his novel "The Bitter End of Dreams" as a framework to explore these topics while avoiding potential libel.
The podcast provides a unique perspective on the RUC and the Troubles, informed by Haggan's personal experiences and detailed discussions of his novel.
'There are no facts, only interpretations.'
Friedrich Nietzsche
Podcasting since 2021 • 85 episodes
Stray Bullets
Latest Episodes
'The Speech Being Irish, The Heart Must Needs Be Irish'
A concise look at colonial mechanisms of suppression of indigenous language, customs and superstitions in the context of 18th century Ireland. The inception of this episode is due to my long interest in (old) languages as well as etymology comb...
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Season 4
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Episode 7
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1:10:29
Swept Under The Rug: Toxic Masculinity in the Royal Ulster Constabulary
Some succinct recollections about how some females were treated in the RUC, at the time a very patriarchal organisation. Also, to conclude a brief look at Irish right-wing groups and the maintenance of tribal hatreds. I may expand on the latter...
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Season 4
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Episode 6
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1:11:05
[Trailer] Toxic Masculinity in the Royal Ulster Constabulary and The Irish Language in the age of British Colonialism
Details about some of the subjects I hope to discuss in the next Stray Bullets episode.
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Season 4
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Episode 5
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12:21
Addendum for: The Fallacy of 'Paramilitary' Transition in Northern Ireland
Some additional aspects following messages and a few conversations with ex- and still serving police colleagues.'[My father] did not show me how to be sociable. I ended up designing a covert life; I have to maintain...
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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45:51
Fan Mail
another great episode. I don’t agree with everything you say, but we came from all backgrounds in the RUC. I’ve had run ins with retired colleagues as well. Keep on keeping on.
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