In this conversation, John Mooney and Dr. Kevin Sweeney explore the rise of the sovereign citizen movement in Ireland, its roots in conspiracy culture, and its implications for society and the legal system. They discuss how the movement has gained traction, particularly during the pandemic, and the challenges it poses to law enforcement and public institutions.

The Dark State
The Dark State is an influential podcast about the security threats facing modern Ireland, Europe and the modern world.
The podcast is hosted by the journalist John Mooney, who interviews experts on organised crime, terrorism, national security and defence to bring you an inside perspective on the most pressing issues of the day.
Some podcasts are made available to the public to help raise awareness about the threats posed to western democracies by hostile states, terrorist groups and organised crime.
The Dark State is an influential podcast about the security threats facing modern Ireland, Europe and the modern world.
The podcast is hosted by the journalist John Mooney, who interviews experts on organised crime, terrorism, national security and defence to bring you an inside perspective on the most pressing issues of the day.
Some podcasts are made available to the public to help raise awareness about the threats posed to western democracies by hostile states, terrorist groups and organised crime.Listen on
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