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Sinead McHugh covers notorious Irish and UK crimes and stays with them through the trial, which is where a lot of crime shows lose interest.
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About the show
Mens Rea is the legal principle of intent that must be proved in a number of crimes, such as murder. It means literally, "guilty mind". Mens Rea Podcast explores the most notorious crimes from Ireland and the UK and the court cases that followed. Join your host, Sinead, every fortnight when a new case is discussed.