Empire 244. The Troubles: IRA Secrets Exposed (Ep 4)
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Apr 7, 2025 
In this discussion, Patrick Radden Keefe, author of 'Say Nothing', delves into the grim legacy of the Troubles. He reveals chilling details about the disappearance of Jean McConville and the impact on her family. The conversation also highlights Gerry Adams' controversial shift from the IRA to a political leader during the peace process. Keefe shares insights into the complicated narrative surrounding the Belfast Project tapes and the ongoing quest for closure among families torn apart by the conflict.
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McConville Children's Ordeal
- The McConville children, after their mother Jean's disappearance, faced hardship and were eventually separated by social services.
- A postcard from Blackpool offered false hope, a tactic used by the IRA in other disappearances.
Michael McConville's Abduction
- Michael McConville, at 11, was abducted and threatened for inquiring about his mother's disappearance.
- This incident highlights the dangers faced by those seeking answers.
Dolores Price's Post-Prison Life
- Dolores Price, after serving time for the Old Bailey bombing, suffered from anorexia and PTSD.
- She married actor Stephen Rea and lived in London but was haunted by her past.
