The Pat Kenny Show The Dodger: DJ Carey and the Great Betrayal
Nov 5, 2025
Eimear Ní Bhraonáin, a journalist and the author of 'The Dodger: DJ Carey And The Great Betrayal', delves into the troubling saga of former hurling star DJ Carey. The conversation reveals his childhood obsession with hurling and hints at early signs of deception in his claimed ailments. Eimear highlights how the Celtic Tiger crash and a shift into business set the stage for his fraudulent cancer claims, exploiting the goodwill of his supporters. The podcast captures the deep betrayal felt in the community and explores the consequences of his actions.
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Early Hurling Obsession
- DJ Carey received his first hurley before age four and practised constantly, becoming a standout from a very young age.
- His schoolteacher and classmates watched him develop into part of a future Kilkenny hurling crop.
Fame Without Financial Reward
- DJ's celebrity grew within an amateur sport where players weren't paid despite national fame and attention from wealthy figures.
- That gap between fame and income exposed him to wealthy circles he struggled to fit into and repeatedly mentioned money in interviews.
Transformation After New Relationship
- After meeting Sarah Newman, DJ transformed his appearance and lifestyle, wearing designer clothes and attending elite venues like the K Club.
- Friends noted he looked like a 'choir boy' before the relationship and then adopted high-end fashion and habits.
