What About You - Patrick Magee

Patrick Magee was a member of the IRA.  In 1985 he was sent to prison for planting a bomb in the Grand Hotel in Brighton which exploded during the Conservative party conference.  Over 30 people were injured in the blast and Sir Anthony Berry MP was one of five people who were killed.  Patrick Magee spent 14 years in prison and shortly after he was released, he met Jo Berry who is the daughter of Sir Anthony.  In this episode, Patrick explains his reasons for joining the IRA, talks about the Brighton bomb and his journey of reconciliation with Jo.  

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What About You is a podcast of one to one conversations with Richard Moore, who was shot and blinded in 1972 during the Northern Ireland conflict when he was 10 years old. The podcast focuses on a variety of human stories which are inspirational, challenging, humorous and sometimes sad. It is an opportunity for individuals to share their life journey in a way that will hopefully make a positive impact on you.