New podcast to explore legal cases that changed Irish lives

The six-episode series entitled ‘Cases That Changed People’s Lives- Revisited’ is presented by well-known lawyer and former ombudsman, Paulyn Marrinan Quinn QC and is based on recordings she originally produced for a radio series in 2005.

Each episode explores a different case from Irish legal history chosen by leading lawyers, a retired judge, and noteworthy academics for its significant impact on society as a whole.

Commenting on the launch of her podcast today, Ms Quinn said: “I recorded these interviews over 15 years ago, but they have stood the test of time. By reproducing them in podcast format, I am aiming to introduce a new generation of listeners to some of the cases that most profoundly shaped Irish society.

“It is hard to imagine now that, only 40 years ago, women in Ireland were not automatically selected to sit on juries or allowed access to contraception. Very often, it is simple citizens asserting or questioning their rights who have brought about the most far-reaching changes in the Law. Through one person’s case, things can change for many people who find themselves in the same circumstances, or in circumstances related to the new rights upheld and vindicated by the courts.

“It is interesting to note that five of the six cases selected by my expert legal guests originate in the 1970s and early 1980s, a time of huge social change. The cases explored in this series have had far-reaching implications for our way of life, our expectations, and our standards of acceptability.”

The podcast is available now on all popular podcast channels. Further information about Paulyn Marrinan Quinn can be found here.