The Witness: In His Own Words
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The Witness: In His Own Words
In 2005, Joseph O'Callaghan's testimony helped convict two drug-dealing gangsters for murder, and he became the youngest person ever to enter the Witness Protection Programme in Ireland.Now, as the men he put away agitate for release, he tells his extraordinary life story in his own words for the fi...
Recent Episodes
14 episodes11: The Parole Board
Joey and his mother, Mary, prepare to meet the parole board for the first time..
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A Mother's Story
Joey's mother, Mary, tells her side of the story.
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A Message From Joey
Joey has something he would like to say to listeners.
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10: The Letters
Joey writes to the parole board, and receives a letter from an old friend.
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09: The Secret Life
Struggling with the effects of everything he's gone through, Joey has to leave his family behind and make a new life for himself.
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08: The Trial
Joey gives evidence.
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07: The Lips
Brian is more violent and controlling than ever, and Joey resolves to find a way out.
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06: The Gun
Joey witnesses something that shakes him to his core.
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05: The Break
A violent new gang emerges, and Joey stands up to Brian.
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04: The Big Time
After a brush with the law, Brian and Joey meet with one of the most notorious criminals in the city.
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03: The Cottage
Joey is drawn into the heart of Brian's criminal operation, with terrible personal consequences.
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02: The Night Shift
Joey's delight at securing his first job quickly turns to fear, as Brian's true intentions are revealed.
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01: The Milkman
Dublin, 1997. An unexpected visitor calls to the door, and twelve-year old Joseph O'Callaghan gets himself a job on the milk round.
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Introducing 'The Witness: In His Own Words'
In 2005, Joseph O'Callaghan's testimony helped convict two drug-dealing gangsters for murder, and he became the youngest person ever to enter the Witn...