Hibernian Radio May 2, 2026

Hibernian Radio May 2, 2026

[https://hibernianradio.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/685895250_10162099162501330_1590148477525382003_n-223x300.jpg]This week on Hibernian Radio, Mike Houlihan welcomes series regular and retired 30-year Cook County Sheriff’s Police veteran Jeff Lange for a wide-ranging conversation on a career spent in narcotics investigations, undercover operations, and law enforcement training across Cook County. Lange reflects on his 22 years as a narcotics investigator and 18 years as an academy instructor, where he helped train and mentor new recruits entering the Sheriff’s Police. Lange also recognize recent community events, including a street dedication honoring fallen officer Jimmy Knapp, highlighting the lasting bonds and sacrifices within law enforcement. The conversation moves through Jeff’s extensive career in narcotics and gang investigations, including complex undercover work, surveillance operations, and major cases involving organized street gangs such as the Gangster Disciples and Latin Kings. He breaks down the importance of informants, wiretaps, tactical planning, and the detailed intelligence work required to build strong cases in high-level investigations. Lange also shares reflections from his years in the field and in training, emphasizing the importance of preparation, officer safety, and mentorship, as well as the unique experiences that come with a long career in law enforcement. It’s a grounded and insightful conversation offering a firsthand look at decades of policing in Chicago and Cook County. Sponsored By: Fox’s Pizza of Mokena and Orland Park, Flood Bros., Madden Funds and Local 150 Engineers

Hibernian Radio April 25, 2026

[https://hibernianradio.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/679245851_10162072924556330_3981484052725197416_n-225x300.jpg]This week on Hibernian Radio, Paddy Houlihan welcomes retired Commander Bruce Quintos, a Chicago native whose life blends law enforcement, music, and Irish heritage into one remarkable story. Raised on the West Side by a Filipino father who was a barber and boxer and an Irish mother from County Down, Bruce grew up surrounded by discipline, music, and strong family ties. At St. Rita High School he formed a band with classmates who would later become Chicago police officers, setting the stage for a life that would always balance music and service. Bruce went on to a 30-year career in law enforcement, beginning with Chicago Ridge PD and later the Cook County Forest Preserve Police, where he worked undercover narcotics cases involving drugs and biker gangs. Even during those demanding years, he never left music behind. That passion led him to the Emerald Society Pipes and Drums in 1993, where he rose to Pipe Major and helped modernize the group’s Irish repertoire. The band performed at major events, including Carnegie Hall after 9/11, becoming a fixture in Chicago’s Irish American community. He later helped form the Chicago Garda Pipes and Drums, dedicated to honoring veterans through music. Now more than 35 members strong, the group includes law enforcement and civilians and continues to perform at funerals and memorials. Their recent trip to Ireland for St. Patrick’s Day brought that mission full circle, performing in Galway alongside families. Bruce also shares lighter moments from his career, including Chicago ghost stories, police camaraderie, and the humor that carried him through decades of service. At its heart, this episode is about identity, tradition, and the unexpected ways music and duty come together. Sponsored By: Fox’s Pizza (Orland Park & Mokena), Flood Brothers Disposal, Madden Funds and Local 150 Engineers

Hibernian Radio April 18, 2026

[https://hibernianradio.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/673974111_1994371604793388_1670540779887686591_n-300x225.jpg]This week on Hibernian Radio, host Mike Houlihan welcomes back returning guest Dan McDevitt for a fast moving and story rich conversation spanning a 36 year career in military service, NCIS, the Illinois State Police, and as chief of police in Homewood and Lansing. From a Super Bowl sting operation that netted 53 fugitives to the unforgettable characters of Chicago policing, McDevitt shares firsthand accounts from the field that capture both the grit and humor of the job. Beyond the war stories, the conversation turns to family, faith, and legacy, as McDevitt reflects on the people who shaped his life and the pride he takes in his children and grandchildren. He also shares meaningful experiences traveling to Ireland, including visiting his ancestral home in County Donegal, and the lasting connection it created. As always, the episode highlights Hibernian Media’s broader mission of bringing the Irish diaspora together through storytelling, film, and community. Sponsored By: Fox’s Pizza (Mokena and Orland Park), Flood Bros., Madden Funds and Local 150 Engineers

Hibernian Radio April 11, 2026

[https://hibernianradio.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/668470788_10162022503561330_4740492979739519060_n-300x225.jpg]This week on Hibernian Radio, host Mike Houlihan welcomes back retired Chicago Police Detective Billy Donnelly for a conversation focused on his decades of public service, Irish tradition, and continued community involvement. Donnelly reflects on his 29-year marriage and his two sons, one in medical school and the other working in cybersecurity, before revisiting his career that began with the Burbank Police Department and continued through nearly three decades with the Chicago Police Department. He discusses his time working patrol, tactical assignments, and detective work, and the relationships built through years in the job. A major focus of the conversation is Donnelly’s longtime involvement with the Emerald Society, where he has spent years performing as a bagpiper in St. Patrick’s Day parades and Irish events throughout Chicago and beyond. He and Houlihan also talk about his ongoing work with the Fr. Perez Knights of Columbus and the importance of community service, charity work, and staying active in local Irish-American organizations. It is a reflective conversation on career, tradition, and service, grounded in Donnelly’s lifelong connection to both law enforcement and Chicago’s Irish community. Sponsored By: Fox’s Pizza of Mokena and Orland Park, Flood Bros., Madden Funds and Local 150 Engineers

Hibernian Radio April 4, 2026

[https://hibernianradio.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/IMG_2625-225x300.jpg]This week on Hibernian Radio, we go into the archives of May of 2025 when Paddy Houlihan sat down with Caitlyn Brennan, CEO of the 100 Club of Illinois, for a powerful conversation about supporting first responders and their families, with a strong focus on mental health and community care. Caitlyn shares her South Side roots, Irish background, and path into public service, before diving into the mission of the 100 Club, a nearly 60-year-old organization that provides immediate financial assistance, educational support, and long-term resources for families of first responders lost in the line of duty. The conversation centers on the growing mental health crisis facing police, fire, and EMS, as Caitlyn discusses the stigma around seeking help and the importance of trauma-informed care. She outlines the organization’s efforts to connect first responders with vetted clinicians, provide critical incident support, and advocate for better policies, including the push to reinstate the Illinois First Responder Suicide Task Force. It’s an important and insightful episode highlighting the real challenges first responders face and the work being done to ensure they and their families are supported every step of the way. Sponsored By: Fox’s Pizza (Orland Park & Mokena), Flood Bros., Madden Funds and Local 150 Engineers