Everywhere We Go is a weekly podcast which is presented by Rebecca Kelly. Rebecca, a mother of you two girls opens up her home to her guests and brings you real stories from real people with topics that have impacted families all over Ireland, and their experiences will stay with you forever.
Welcome to The Everywhere We Go Podcast. Please note that the content provided in this podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Everywhere We Go Podcast or its hosts. We do not endorse and are not responsible for any statements, advice, or opinions provided by guests. All content is protected by copyright and is the property of The Everywhere We Go Podcast. While we strive for accuracy, we accept no liability for any errors, omissions, or defamatory statements made during the podcast. Listeners are advised to verify any information before acting upon it.
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Do you have a captivating story to share, or do you know someone whose story deserves a platform? Send us an email at guests@everywherewego.ie, and let's spread inspiration together.
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Have any comments or feedback for us? We value your input as we strive for continual improvement. Reach out to us at general@everywherewego.ie.
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We take pride in being an independent podcast, produced and recorded in our cozy kitchen, funded entirely by us. If you'd like to support us in continuing to produce great content and share amazing guest stories, consider buying us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/everywherewego.
Thank you for being a part of our journey. Your support makes all of this possible.
Rebecca x
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Everywhere We Go is a weekly podcast which is presented by Rebecca Kelly. Rebecca, a mother of you two girls opens up her home to her guests and brings you real stories from real people with topics that have impacted families all over Ireland, and their experiences will stay with you forever.
Welcome to The Everywhere We Go Podcast. Please note that the content provided in this podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Everywhere We Go Podcast or its hosts. We do not endorse and are not responsible for any statements, advice, or opinions provided by guests. All content is protected by copyright and is the property of The Everywhere We Go Podcast. While we strive for accuracy, we accept no liability for any errors, omissions, or defamatory statements made during the podcast. Listeners are advised to verify any information before acting upon it.
Join us on our journey and stay connected to catch the latest updates on our podcast:
Follow us on social media:
Instagram: EverywhereWeGoPodcast
Facebook: EverywhereWeGoPodcast
TikTok: @everywherewegopodcast
YouTube: EverywhereWeGoPodcast
Get in touch with us:
Sponsorship Opportunities:
Are you or your company interested in sponsoring one of Ireland's most unique podcasts? Reach out to us at sponsor@everywherewego.ie to explore various sponsorship options, from single episode sponsorships to entire seasons.
Become a Guest or Recommend Someone:
Do you have a captivating story to share, or do you know someone whose story deserves a platform? Send us an email at guests@everywherewego.ie, and let's spread inspiration together.
General Inquiries and Feedback:
Have any comments or feedback for us? We value your input as we strive for continual improvement. Reach out to us at general@everywherewego.ie.
Support Independent Podcasting:
We take pride in being an independent podcast, produced and recorded in our cozy kitchen, funded entirely by us. If you'd like to support us in continuing to produce great content and share amazing guest stories, consider buying us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/everywherewego.
Thank you for being a part of our journey. Your support makes all of this possible.
Rebecca x
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The raw, harrowing account of losing a child to reckless driving collides with a mother's fierce determination to seek justice in this powerful conversation with Catherine Killalee.
Catherine takes us through the life of her son Dylan – a football-loving, energetic young man who was just six weeks away from completing his electrical apprenticeship when tragedy struck. With disarming honesty, she recounts the night she received the devastating phone call, rushing to the scene at the Red Cow intersection where Dylan had been fatally hit by a speeding driver going more than twice the legal limit.
What follows is a gut-wrenching journey through Ireland's justice system that leaves more questions than answers. Catherine details the agonizing process of identifying her son's body, being prevented from touching him, telling his younger twin siblings what happened, and organizing a funeral where Dylan's football teammates formed a guard of honor despite the bitter cold.
The most infuriating part of Catherine's story emerges when she describes the court proceedings. Despite the driver's excessive speed and fleeing the scene, he received just four years and four months – effectively serving around three years with standard reductions. Meanwhile, Catherine discovered her son suffered 65 fatal injuries, including amputated legs, only when it was read aloud in court, with the perpetrator sitting just feet away.
Catherine's passionate call for reform resonates throughout as she fights to appeal what she sees as a grossly inadequate sentence. Her description of grief as "sneaky" and the ripple effect through her entire family creates a portrait of loss that's both universal and achingly specific. Through tears and determination, she represents countless families who feel betrayed by a system meant to deliver justice but instead compounds their pain.
Ready to support change in how dangerous driving cases are handled? Share this episode and join the conversation about meaningful justice reform that truly values human life.
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