Runaway Joe

RTÉ Documentary on One

Pirate Predator tells the story of Eamon Cooke, a man of many faces who, on one hand, became a cult like figure - filling a void for disillusioned youth through Radio Dublin in the 1970s and 1980s- while on the other became one of Ireland's most prolific child sexual abusers. Read more

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Episodes

Pirate Predator: 04 - Secrets and Lies

06/01/2026 00:32:21Pirate Predator: 03 - Mutiny

05/25/2026 00:33:20 Pirate Predator: 02 - The Innocent

05/18/2026 00:32:05Pirate Predator: 01 - The Electrician

05/11/2026 00:30:59Pirate Predator: Trailer

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Our take on Runaway Joe podcast

Runaway Joe explores the mystery of Joseph Maloney's disappearance with the intrigue of a crime novel. Host Pavel Barter has a rich background in arts and documentaries, and here, he delivers fascinating weekly episodes following Maloney's saga. The podcast has made exciting strides in tracking Maloney's movements since 1985, pulling you into a decades-old manhunt. It's an engaging listen for anyone fascinated by unsolved mysteries and the art of storytelling. Runaway Joe is a true crime podcast by RTÉ Documentary on One.