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 • 71 episodes
Stray Bullets
Latest Episodes
Subtle Alchemies I: The Ideal Victim
This is the first episode of a series in which I discuss not only the definition of a 'victim' in the context of the Troubles, but also perceptions of victimhood, either justified or unjustified, as well as 'complex victims'. Works ...
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Season 3
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Episode 27
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48:08
The Management of Sex Offenders, plus Police Surveillance
Some points in response to a number of queries / comments about police management of sexual offenders. I've spoke about this subject over a number of proceeding episodes, so I'll keep it as succinct as I can and try not to repeat anything (not ...
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Season 3
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Episode 26
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1:03:26
Symbolic Dominance: Catholic Police Officers in the RIC, RUC and PSNI Part VI
The concluding (for now) episode in which I discuss the experience of catholic officers in the RIC, RUC and PSNI. BibliographyBreen, R, Beliefs about the treatment of Catholics and Protestants by the Security Force...
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Season 3
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Episode 25
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1:16:18
The Starless Midnight: A Further Look at Loyalism and the Far-Right
Just a few more RUC memories stirred by recent news.
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Season 3
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Episode 24
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52:00
'Say Nothing': Catholic Police Officers in the RIC, RUC and PSNI Part V
Continuing my look at the experience of catholic officers within policing in Northern Ireland. In this episode I begin to look at issues which may affect recruitment from the Nationalist / Republican community.In the following episode I ...
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Season 3
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Episode 23
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55:33
Fan Mail
Another well researched and accurate podcast which I enjoyed listening to E S thank you I look forward to the next one Take care
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