My Life In The IRA - Sam Millar Tells His Story

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[@nineteen8486]

I was raised in Dublin English mother , Irish father …schooled by nuns (bastards)… English have no comprehension of the conflict . One day … all interviews will be this way … Outta the park James…. Outta the park

[@jackietreehorn5561]

Nuns were wicked as fuck...taught me in school and they could punch harder than men

[@KentJamed]

We were all lied to.Thatcher was Evil.The media were a disgrace.

[@JohnSmith-e7j]

​@@jackietreehorn5561here in America taught by nubs, actually a home for destitute kids, bloody hell as you would say. Evil women

[@jackietreehorn5561]

@@JohnSmith-e7j what's black and white and red all over? A nun after I kicked her down the stairs

[@user-gu4oc9en4s]

Love how James just sits back no interruptions throughout the podcast!

[@boxingunited2359]

one of the best interviewers i’ve ever come across

[@NoName-fv1gw]

He’s no got a choice has he 😂

[@sarahsu4863]

yes that's a good interviewer when they don't butt in. interesting interveiw

[@user-gu4oc9en4s]

@@sarahsu4863 watch Ross kemps podcast he will annoy the fuck out of you😂

[@lauraoxley8238]

Exactly he's a professional. Then you have the likes of Oprah literally shouting over people ...and she's worshipped. I don't get it.

[@seangleason260]

I just paused the video and reflected on my short time, my "snapshot" in an American jail & then acknowledged he did 8 years in the various circles of hell & you can tell from how clear and concise and genuine he is that the British tried they're hardest to break this lad and he remains intact, my dad was a staunch republican, born in Ireland but spent his adult life in the USA and he would tell me about people like Bobby Sands and watching this man's recollection of events it honestly gave me chills, if you can't respect this man's strength, determination and courage (even if you firmly disagree with his stance) then there is something missing in your human foundation and you should do some soul searching, this man is the personification of human determination and the will to go on, I hope I can have 1/1000th his strength and fortitude in my life and the struggles and trials and tribulations that I will inevitably face

[@sammillar3881]

Thank you chara for the kind words. Stay strong.

[@positivepoison8057]

Absolutely brilliant story !!

[@geovanniali6060]

Go raibh maith agut cara.

[@vickiwest9791]

He is incredible ❤

[@tomvirhia5909]

🙏🧡💯 Totally respect and agree. Born and bred in Glasgow-SIKH background. I have experienced being a 'black Fenian bast...being a Celtic 💚 fan. I hope WE see a peaceful united Ireland in our lifetime. The brutish empire is being read the last rites.......and we'll get our Koh-Ni-Noor returned to it's rightful home. Peace and love ✌️🧡💚🍀 Freedom is a must and a right.

[@Ladumasports]

Having been born in Belfast In The 1970s Into a Protestant family - but being raised and now living in South Africa 🇿🇦 this podcast has given me a real perspective on what the Catholic people of Northern Ireland really had to endure over that dark period. Sam Millar is a brilliant story teller and an amazing man. Thanks again for another great podcast James - keep them coming.

[@sammillar3881]

Thanks John

[@Ladumasports]

@@sammillar3881 pleasure mate

[@metal420.]

❤️From Scotland, a total eye opener. Good Man Sam 🙏🙏🙏

[@gerarddoherty1014]

¹

[@sbyc76]

@@Ladumasports pleasure mate!! That's a murder of British citizens

[@Caveman-bu7mz]

So here’s a thing, having just returned from my first tour of Belfast and all the tourist spots of the political divide ( on both sides ) and without disclosing my back ground or beliefs as it would offer no purpose to my comment…..I can say, without a shadow of a doubt, this interview and testimony by Sam Millar is the single most informative and in my opinion, honest, piece I have ever heard concerning the troubles by someone involved. It’s fearless, brave, heartbreaking and mind blowing all rolled into one. Quite stunning. Sam, I fully tip my hat to you for your bravery and courage in the face of such dire consequences and I salute you as an inspiration.Your honesty has removed many of the so called truths I have carried on this subject which have been constantly peddled by media and other outlets that have been pushed over the years. May you and your testimony continue to reach people and educate new generations in the hope that more of us will choose the pen over the sword.God bless you.

[@sammillar3881]

Thank you, pal. Very much appreciated.

[@Caveman-bu7mz]

@@sammillar3881 your welcome Sam. All the best 👍

[@ciaran3629]

Ken I know that's you we love you too brother

[@isabellmurphy651]

My grandfather was killed in McGurks bar and the family have and still are fighting for the truth. The ripple effect was to consolidate the families rage against the British Government. I grew up in the 70's was 13 during the hunger strikes, I laugh at soldiers having done a "tour" in NI which was 6mths and went home to a "normal" life and had PTSD, I say THIS WAS MY WHOLE CHILDHOOD

[@ATLmodK]

I’m so sorry for your loss. I believe Mi5 will never let any of their secrets of atrocities in all their colonies come to light.

[@ianp7206]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@AdamOBrien29]

Never thought I'd see someone gatekeep trauma

[@steany241]

Heart bleeds for you, ira killed more than your grandad

[@grahamwatts8836]

You’re always welcome in Australia great weather and cold beer.

[@markhynes6517]

I'm from a staunch loyalist area in Belfast and I have to say this man's story is incredible and James done a great job letting the convo flow, fair play Sam.👍🏻

[@sammillar3881]

Thanks Mark.

[@paddymuppy]

Who are you "loyal" too ?

[@bigc48]

Murdering bastard. End of story

[@paddymuppy]

@@bigc48 Who's a "murdering bastard?" and what is the story that is ended?

[@mrb3673]

@@paddymuppy a loyalist is someone who is loyal to the crown, ie the British government and would be a protestant and would describe themselves as British. A republican would be loyal to Ireland and would be Catholic and desctibe themselves as Irish. That's what the troubles in Northern Ireland were over. Neither wanted each other to be in Ireland

[@mariameenan7848]

Just listening to Sam about the H Blocks and it really saddens me. My Granda, Vol Teddy Campbell, was a political prisoner and died in Kesh H Blocks in 1974. I never got to know him but the older I get I'm very proud of him. He fought for what he believed in. Great interview James.

[@amphetamineblue4172]

Did he help blow up innocent people ?

[@mariameenan7848]

@@amphetamineblue4172 Not that I'm aware of, like I said, I never met him. But I feel proud that he fought for his country. He was fighting against the Brits though, not women and children.

[@frankdunphy4595]

God bless your grandfather and his brave Comrades, best wishes from the Rebel County Cork.

[@jackoconnell4595]

God bless your grandfather, you should be very proud, he sacrificed his life for the future of his country.

[@andyflynn1688]

@@mariameenan7848 godbless your grandfather. Brave brave men that decided to make a change. Starvation, oppression, sectarian divisions all wrongs these men chose to rise up and to try make a change. You should be proud

[@peterthe3rdbanks287]

Absolutely amazing story, had me gripped from start to finish, well done James for getting Sam to speak to you and thank you Sam for sharing your story.

[@sammillar3881]

Thank you, Peter.

[@ekaj1212]

@@sammillar3881By Jaysus that was a brilliant interview Sam I have the hight of respect for your honesty Sam . Cheers from an auld Dubliner Sam, from the Liberties Area Dublin 8

[@green500]

I am a loyalist but it's really hard to dislike this guy. Proper Man. Loyal and Tough.

[@sammillar3881]

Thanks Green50.

[@silverkitty2503]

you are a fish

[@TugBlasterSpunkMaster]

I love it...where ya live? We could move mountains together you an I.

[@STEVIEBHOY]

David Irvine said the same of Óglach Bobby Sands R.I.P.

[@UsyksmashedFurytopieces]

@@sammillar3881 why do you still have so much bitterness in your heart? Among other groups, what did middle class Catholics ever do to you personally? Most likely nothing, it’s just an oul ideological, irrational, unfounded hatred you have for them.

[@markowen2193]

Ireland should be Ireland end of I served in the British Army I have always believed Ireland should be one Nation

[@williambeck1574]

@jock kelso brits the fuck out,the imperialists USED ulster loyalists in ww1 as gun fodder for German machine guns,that's your crown for you tiocfaidh ar la 🇮🇪

[@adambrown1654]

Your right mate, I’m from Dublin and I get on with English or British people especially when we’re away it’s a shame it had to be that way and it’s still fresh in a lot of peoples minds as an Irish person I fully support Irish unity of course but that doesn’t mean I hate British people I get on great and love them as people but the British government that’s different story

[@monrush]

Couldn't agree more. Also Korea should be one country, England, Wales and Scotland are one island why aren't they one country????? Why is North American one country like back in 1400 before Columbus showed up??? Why isn't Africa one country ?? It's an island too. And why don't those Celts invaders go back to where they came from?

[@andrewrcmadwilkinson6999]

IRELAND IS CATHOLIC

[@stephenbyrne2602]

Well said Ireland needs to be free but its going to be a rocky road to get there hopefully it won't cost anymore lives been destroyed here's to a unified peaceful Ireland

[@SigmaJAD]

This compelling interview has now confirmed something for me. We are all being played and we always will be. Religion, ethnicity, you name it. We're just expendables and a means to make those already powerful - more powerful

[@dunk9efc338]

For all those who resonate with this comment, you’re ready to listen to what David Icke has to say. If you haven’t already.

[@stevedixon2414]

Totally agree.

[@Oppositesleeper]

Relating anything to something said by David Icke is a HUGE stretch.

[@SigmaJAD]

@@Oppositesleeper would agree with that. Let's just pour water on that straight away.

[@jasoncarroll6615]

👍

[@craig0101]

This man's been through more than most can ever imagine just to live free. Absolute brilliant Podcast James, Top respect 👍💙

[@stephenhughes8543]

Thank you for serving our country Sam. Unbowed, Unbroken and undefeated. God bless you. Tiocfaidh ar la 🇮🇪☘️

[@sammillar3881]

Thank you, Stephen chara.

[@lmac8]

This is the best thing I've watched on KZbin. Jesus, what a life this guy has had. Massive respect for him.

[@JamesEnglish]

👍🏼

[@lmac8]

@@wellthatsokay8582 👍🏻

[@sammillar3881]

Thanks Liam.

[@johnmammoliti9758]

3

[@sammillar3881]

Thanks Liam.

[@neophyte7817]

I was totally zoned in on this story there , picturing the events in my head . Belter James keep it up

[@angisutton1387]

Protestant English woman here amazing podcast lovely to hear the truth sam millar

[@andrewmartin7595]

Genuinely the best podcast I’ve ever listened to. Fair play.

[@JamesEnglish]

👍🏼

[@JK_Clark]

@@JamesEnglish brilliant interview, mate. No sarcasm, I saw elements of Parkinson there; your research and the way you kept the conversation going was impressive.

[@weneverstop.4640]

@@JK_Clark elements of Parkinsons. Pls explain.?

[@jackietreehorn5561]

@@weneverstop.4640 He talking about Parkinson the famous BBC interviewer lol

[@stiofanodomhnaigh7550]

Thats two hours I am delighted to have spent. What an amazing story.

[@andrewparry1665]

This is by far the best podcast James English has done

[@mannyman8312]

I’m English /British, I’ve great grandparents from Ireland all catholic, yet my family are not religious. I grew up in the 70s 80s, hating the IRA, but over the years I’ve realised that if I was Irish catholic I would’ve chose the same path as Sam millar. The oppressed have a much better cause to fight for the rights of equality. Respect to any person and people fighting for change against the system, I see things so different now, and during this plandemic I realise I/we/ all of us together cannot trust the government, the BBC,the media suppression, podcasts like this give a real uncensored view of all things that the average person is oblivious too. Good luck Sam and best wishes.

[@FatRonaldo1]

I’ve thought this recently, and it’s so sad that someone’s life and viewpoint can be completely different based on being born only a few streets away from someone else

[@boxingunited2359]

spot on mate respect to you

[@jackietreehorn5561]

Boy George was an English guy and his family was in the ra! True bill

[@jackietreehorn5561]

Respect to you mate and it's great now that the internet provides people with instant uncensored news that the government can't control...don't forget it was only in the 90s that the British government were censoring Irish republican political leaders and getting actors to dub over their voices to gag their influence...

[@chiefsunna1720]

You're NOT English, then.

[@fintomac9017]

My father was a blanket man. The stories he tells would break your heart but these men could never be broken. They fought for the cause! Spot on with the shinners too Sam. Sold their souls to the Brits. Victory to the blanket men Unbowed Unbroken 🇮🇪 Fantastic podcast btw james ! This blows all the podcasts of the thugs who think they're hard men out of the water. Keep her lit

[@suelotus3717]

🇨🇮🇨🇮🇨🇮

[@arronblack67]

Your father is a hero! Greetings from Glasgow

[@sammillar3881]

Thank you Finto

[@caithimhjoe2135]

A friend sent me this video because i am being tortured by my PTSD from abuse i suffered as a teenager on a trawler at sea. If you can still be standing after the horrific experiences you been through in your life, then i can too. Your a great man sam. And this helps me so much. And thanks to james aswell for your great interview skills. Respect to you both

[@positivepoison8057]

Never been engaged in something so much didn’t miss a second absolutely awesome !!! From Mr Brennan

[@weneverstop.4640]

@@positivepoison8057 whos Mr Brennan.?

[@GodKnows235]

I'm proud to be a Irish man" Sam is man that wears his heart on his sleeve, God blessed him" His story is truly amazing 🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪

[@telstar4772]

Terrible grammar.

[@jasonirwin2947]

@@telstar4772 well he's not English he's Irish so 😂🖕

[@sammillar3881]

Thanks pal.

[@jamsiejohnston7635]

What an incredibly powerful moving interview from the heart a great listen great to get an insight into what went on, story is truly amazing Sam best podcast iv listened to 🇮🇪🍀

[@themackdaddy6146]

I’ve been following you for a while now James but I have to say my friend I was absolutely glued to this for 2 hours . Fantastic viewing

[@AdamOBrien29]

This is an elite interview. Not just for the topics covered but for the professionalism. Minimal questions and letting the guest speak freely.

[@andreapearson4035]

hi James, thank you for this interview with Sam, i am a loyalist and i enjoyed listening to his story. very honest interview which i was very surprised at, and james you were very good with your questions and how you allowed Sam to answer ... well done to everyone

[@sammillar3881]

Thank you, Andrea. stay safe.

[@toehoker9199]

Sensible answer thanks

[@sonnytopboy4975]

As an English Irish man, Irish on my mother side raised rc my love for the Irish runs very deep and I'm ashamed British past. Thank you for your story Sam.

[@ocearbhaill3894]

Don't be ashamed, you have nothing to do with those men of the past - live your life with no guilt, lets all just learn from the past!

[@craigwinter2552]

I feel the same mate, English are hated all over the world!

[@marklavern8855]

Well it was Jerry fitt the catholic politician that wanted the British to come in because the prods and catholics were killing each other. When the provo’s told the British to leave and they didn’t the provo’s started the killings

[@ocearbhaill3894]

@@marklavern8855 - That makes no sense, if the Protestants were in Ireland then that means the brits were. The Protestants in Northern Ireland descend from British settlers.

[@marklavern8855]

@@ocearbhaill3894 wrong the army didn’t come into Northern Ireland until asked. Jerry fitt the catholic politician asked them to because the prods and catholics were burning each other out. He was told if you get them in you’ll have trouble getting them out, the ira told them to go and when they didn’t the ira started killing soldiers that’s what triggered the troubles

[@u4ia_fubar_75]

A lot of people only saw the violence not what they were fighting for. Fighting for there freedom and rights as Irish people💚🇮🇪

[@michaelmyers4053]

And yet the IRA murdered alot innocent people

[@kratosboy5557]

No doubt freedom fighters

[@Azzi_0161]

What? Murdering innocent people in Manchester and London is freedom fighting? 😂😂😂

[@billymccormick2549]

People do t even know they had a political party!!!

[@35davg]

as a loyalist this was fascinating and a great watch and his statement with 1 minute to go just blew me away" i would fight for unionists if they were gonna be oppressed like nationalists were for years" wow

[@blood_upon_the_rose]

Always remember our fight isn't against you , what's wrong with being really proud prodastant Irish person ? And United Ireland 🇮🇪 is just that it's for us all religion shouldn't come between us

[@fumurph]

The misunderstanding is illustrated by the widespread use of the word Fenian as an insult (or compliment, depending on your perspective). It's broadly used as a pejorative meaning Catholic, when in fact the Fenians were both Catholic and Protestant, whose common aim was Irish nationalism. This was lost via propaganda and segregation. Great interview. The guy really knows what he's talking about.

[@jimmymcgill713]

You're no loyalist

[@jackietreehorn5561]

@@RedScotland ffs mate he's extending the hand in friendship don't kill the buzz....I bet your some craic at parties...

[@jackietreehorn5561]

@@jimmymcgill713 he seems like a good loyalist and one that I'd like to be friends with from a nationalist....unlike your narrow minded stone wall outlook

[@MrPitbulluk]

The pain and anguish in your voice is heart breaking. I had no idea so many wrongs were done to you. Education lied to me about your truths and to hear your words is a privilege and an honour 🙏❤️

[@RebelofIreland]

@@kiranpatel6521 How so? SF are the closest thing to the RA and they espouse unity and equality for all who you have mentioned above. They are the first to argue for social justice form emigrants in Ireland. Read up on SF policies and you will be more enlightened.

[@mariameenan7848]

@@kiranpatel6521 You're talking nonsense. They only wanted the brits out.

[@conormcandrew1646]

@@RebelofIreland "Our revenge will be the laughter of our Children."~ Bobby Sands SF supports abortion

[@conormcandrew1646]

@@RebelofIreland Also SF let's build an Irleand of equals.... Also SF you must be vaccinated and have the passport or be segregated!

[@ardri31]

@@conormcandrew1646 wrong, on both counts lol away on with your hatred and propaganda peddling, your only hurting yourself

[@DeezN1892]

So frustrating as I british person to constantly have to learn about our shameful past via independant researched. My government hides this from me. I wonder what else they're hiding about our lives today!

[@IndiaNumberOneCoubtry]

Same here across the pond. Love my people and my country, hate my government and how they have raped so many people including their own citizens.

[@markmachale1169]

That the jib was safe and effective.

[@GW_01]

Stop being weak.

[@DeezN1892]

@@GW_01 says the one refusing to ask questions

[@GW_01]

@@DeezN1892 I don't do that at all.

[@ryanjonestownmassaker5943]

When I was in Iran, I visited Tehran and they have a street called 'Bobby Sands St.'

[@niamhbrowne6581]

No way. I didn't know that. Interesting.

[@v1kingb1ker]

Attwood- THIS is how to do a PODCAST!!!! No interrupting sidekicks or random thigh high boots! James, best one to date mate!!!!!!!

[@ronocmarley9092]

Well said

[@thisdrinkinglife]

Exactly, n the fella he has now helping is a total fool.

[@matthewbowers6865]

That attwood is one strange fucker .their something not right about him im telling you..

[@frankabagnale6436]

@@matthewbowers6865 Yeah something funny about him

[@ganz7ful]

This is been absolutely fascinating and the best thing I've seen and heard in 2022. as a kid growing up in the 70 and 80s make you realise how grim that era was compared to the 90s and later. No one of my generation will have forgotten Bobby Sands.

[@tedthecommenter5364]

"I have more in common with a working class loyalist than with a middle class Catholic" - Easily the best quote about The Troubles I've heard, many were just disposable

[@bustersean71]

It’s a class war

[@ZeusMyhero]

💯

[@neilcolwell3107]

Sam, my family grew up at the Shankill rd / Falls rd Peaceline just off Percy street where the first gun battle between Loyalist and Republican gunmen took place. My family were Protestant and we were poor. An outside toilet with no hot water. My family had no riches, no fancy houses. We were in the same boat.

[@jackietreehorn5561]

That's true in the working class ghettos of the north but the more upper class unionist people in northern Ireland ruled the roost in government and selected who had jobs and housing.....while the working class communities on both sides suffered...I'd say more so the nationalist community in that they couldn't get jobs as handy and no real future

[@georgebrowne5935]

The Common denominator was the Wealthy Privileged Unionists and the Elites in Westminster. Poor People on each side, always pay the price for their Aims to stay Wealthy and in Power, even to this very day. Education is Key!

[@adambassmusic]

Did you not hear him say he has more in common with a working class protestant then a middle class Catholic? The poor had it tough no matter their religion, only difference was protestant weren't tortured in prison and discriminated on the outside.

[@gregoryevans9601]

I've watched a lot of interviews and this one is withoubt a doubt one of the best. What a man! What a life he's led! Am really looking forward to reading his book "On the Brinks".

[@sammillar3881]

Thank you Gregory.

[@D...Bizzle81]

Good to see how far you've come james always brilliant guests. Definitely the best podcast on KZbin 👏 this was fascinating to listen to, storys of the troubles/IRA etc has always had my interest. My grandma was a Catholic from Cork until she moved her in the uk many years ago

[@stevedelaney8057]

Superb James! Your best yet. I listened to it last night and I am still thinking about it today. I was absolutely enthralled for 2 hours. What an interview, what a story, what an adventure, what humility and finally what understanding. The line about Unionists in a UI: "I would be one of the first to go and fight for them if I thought they were not being treat equally," shreds the bitter sectarian BS and exposes the reality of who really benefits from its continuance.

[@313714]

Another amazing interview James! Simply one of the best interviews I have seen… You do what a lot of interviewers don’t do. You let them talk. I have noticed that you get a lot from people you interview with minimal questions. It’s a gift, people obviously feel at ease with you brother!

[@Dan-uh4mb]

Pp

[@helpathomecare4022]

The best interview I've seen James English do - didn't want it to end!

[@chuckdrake2592]

This will be the best one yet, ,. This man has more balls than all the other guests put together!!

[@lauragrimes4682]

You obviously haven't seen the one with Fiona Donohue (#NoahsArmy) and that's no disrespect to current guest

[@jamesevans1089]

@@lauragrimes4682 got to stick your two pence in

[@jb6368]

@@lauragrimes4682 yep that was hard watch,,god help that woman.

[@unusedsub3003]

quests?

[@chuckdrake2592]

@@unusedsub3003 lol yeah have to fix that

[@meotekuav]

This has to be the most incredible, moving and inspiring interview I've seen or listened to on either TV radio or written on paper.

[@sammillar3881]

Thanks Mart.

[@The_Prophet...]

@@sammillar3881 Do you have the same views on Martin McGuinness is it the same as Adams a traitor to Ireland the same view as Brendan Hughes ?

[@JohnMcMahon.]

@@sammillar3881 I’m genuinely intrigued about what happened to Ronnie.

[@lmark3480]

@@sammillar3881 hopefully see your life story in the cinema one day

[@mickeycoleman6317]

@@sammillar3881 did you know my father francie coleman or wee Francie he was in LK not long after release he met my mother an American woman and left to new york

[@thomas1677]

I'm a serving soldier in the british army, the way this man and his comrades where treated is absolutely disgusting, he's clearly a man of honour, huge respect

[@markbutler805]

Quality , letting the man tell his story with minimal interruption well done James

[@sammillar3881]

Thanks Mark.

[@markbutler805]

@@sammillar3881 Thankyou

[@finnmcdonogh9153]

@@sammillar3881 respect lad, hope you’re all good 🇮🇪👌

[@The_Prophet...]

Thats cause the English guy didn't have a clue what to ask him the Maggie Thatcher did it to Scotland as well part made me laugh.

[@botseyfern]

ye true,james has his way of relaxing the speaker

[@jessnickels9014]

BOOM!! James I’ve listened to most of your podcasts, BUT THIS, this has blown my mind, I listened to it twice, one after the other, for me this IS THE BEST YET. LOVED IT, YOU ARE SMASHING IT, BIG LIVE ❤️♥️❤️♥️

[@h.o4032]

Hello! Im from Finland 🇫🇮 and this was one of the best interviews i ever seen and listen. This story teached me more about Northern irish history and reasons why things was and are like they are. This was unreal lifestory that i didn't knew before, big repect to him. Thank you about this!

[@STEVIEBHOY]

I recommend you read Sam's book called On The Brinks 👍🇮🇪💯

[@sammillar3881]

@@STEVIEBHOY thank you chara.

[@sammillar3881]

Thank you

[@paulcarey9248]

A few years back I heard of Sam's book and contacted Sam for a copy before it became a Worldwide seller.Sam wouldn't take any payment whatsoever,all that Sam asked was that I would read the book and contact him again with my thoughts on the book and the way in which it was written. Personally couldn't put it down and he certainly has a skill in writing and storytelling that the reader has to continually remind themselves that these are actual events. Just shows the measure of the man and I will treasure the book for life.

[@tedthecommenter5364]

which books of his would you recommend the most?

[@paulcarey9248]

@@tedthecommenter5364 'On the Brinks' is the one I have read and look forward to reading the others.

[@tedthecommenter5364]

@@paulcarey9248 are they based on real events or fiction? ive heard he went to write fictional novels also

[@paulcarey9248]

@@tedthecommenter5364 Yes he has written fictional but his book On the Brinks is all about his life and actual life events.

[@waynebarrett5252]

What's the name of the book please, id love to buy & read it ?🇨🇮🇨🇮

[@eriksson1790]

This is much more interesting than criminal scum thinking they bad doing shit out of a materialistic minddset. To fight for a higher cause is much more interesting

[@chrisjack8670]

@@jackietreehorn5561 and thousands are dying from starvation

[@jackietreehorn5561]

@@chrisjack8670 elaborate please..

[@chrisjack8670]

@@jackietreehorn5561 quick search shows you they are struggling with food and water 600 died on Saturday threw starvation and there is a camp with multiple thousands in it that are basically being left to fend for themselves

[@jackietreehorn5561]

@@chrisjack8670 that's horrible definitely whoever you are talking about but is irrelevant to this interview on the conflict in Ireland...

[@sophieobrien1036]

Who the fuck are the Taliban❓they are Mickey Mouse compared to the RA- were the most sophisticated well organized guerilla’s In the world fact!

[@user-bw2vk1ew7r]

My Dad served as a British Soldier in Northern Ireland... I am English living in the Isle Of Man.... I hate war and this is tragic for everyone involved.... peace is the only answer across the world before we all destroy ourselves.......

[@penguinproductions7014]

42:40 my god that’s well said, I’m 42 and English, British, very proud of it. Have always considered IRA as utter scum to be truthful… until I listened to this… he is 100% telling how he feels, not what people want him to say, I must admit I do question my thoughts (or lack of them) now.

[@RebelofIreland]

thank you for being open minded enough to listen and understand what brought about the IRA. Most republicans only want whats best and most fair for Ireland. I suppose behind every "other" their is a human being. Respect.

[@penguinproductions7014]

@@RebelofIreland thanks for the comment, I’ll be honest and say I’m still not in agreement but at the same time it has made realise it’s. Not as simple as I used to think, I genuinely genuinely wish all 4 of us could be Britain and proud to be but I know there are reasons why others may not share my views, as I say I come to this from as a very very well intended English bloke

[@Liam-us3cq]

I'm Scottish / British and totally understand his hate after what happened to him and his country being occupied, then the h block is beyond belief! Would have liked to hear his views on IRA bombings within the UK though.

[@irishbrother0075]

@Cymru The British army bomb innocent Countries never mind a fish market

[@FIONA21ful]

Question EVERYTHING

[@scribble3478]

The best guest James has ever had on by far. What an extraordinary life 👍💯

[@HavingTheCrack]

I don't use the word legend lightly but my good lord what a story and what a legend he is, one of the best podcasts I've ever listened to, you really let him tell his story and didn't unnecessarily interject.

[@thomasdoak3701]

I’m a Protestant from Belfast and was about to slag this guy off but the more I listen to him the more I understand his story-the only thing is now there is equally.

[@rippedtorn2310]

respect . enough of the bullshit .peace.

[@xrstufty8651]

There is equality but we are still being exploited. Both sides of the wall. By those who rule over us. The least of irelands national sovereignty is still denied by the British state, and whilst this remains, as Sam said, men and women will continue the fight.

[@rippedtorn2310]

@@user-gy2vc2st2v you tell me ..... or just dont .?

[@steaustin8789]

So all the innocent children they killed don't count anymore? Smh.

[@callu947]

@@steaustin8789 It goes both ways man, time has moved on. Time you should to

[@philcullen5065]

Absolute top class podcast James, one of many infact. Keep up the good work, best wishes to you from the Republic of Ireland 🇮🇪👍.

[@AutumnONeill92]

Without doubt one of best interviews, I have watched. One hell of a life story right there.

[@johnryder557]

Your so beautiful

[@andybrown5664]

Brilliant podcast and guest james 👏👏👏am actually protestant and actully agree with what the guys saying.a dont think any country has the right to invade another country.us brittish seem to go out n get sent to war in all these diffrent countries and its a joke.should let people deal with there own problems.end of the day we are all equal,couldn't care what religion or colour people are.

[@JamesEnglish]

Thanks for watching

[@matty6848]

Exactly Andy. And it’s the rich elites of Britain who decide to invade or colonise these other countries but who has to do all the fighting and dying? Yes the poor and working class. I’ll never forget when i was in the army, 8 years in all, and all the officers, and generals came from well off, educated backgrounds. There’s was never any chance a working class boy from a council estate could ever make it to a officer, although most of them would make better officers than the rich educated types. Even the British Army is class oriented. It’s not as bad as it used to be, but that class divide is still there…

[@normski6712]

My video series on the UK Assassination Policy introduced last year via Parliament and the Khazarian Mafia: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jXO9nKmZe66Zo5o

[@normski6712]

@@matty6848 Agreed Matt ; This is my video series on the UK Assassination Policy introduced last year via Parliament and the Khazarian Mafia: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jXO9nKmZe66Zo5o

[@sean3728]

Respect .

[@LiamTaaffe]

Wow!!!! This is a truly incredible story..... most Senior IRA members were intelligent and 3rd level educated men (women too). They fought for a war which many regret and others proudly admit their actions. Education was and still is the most vital part of bringing both communities together in Northern Ireland. It's never going to fully heal BUT it can't return to bloodshed again.

[@marcphelan9883]

Education is the way out , one thing to note Catholic college educated children educated in both the North and South usually stay close to home ,however unionist college educated children now tend to go to Britain for college and end up staying put as they see themselves as British and are very much at home in Britain, so catholics are not only outnumbering protestants on the census but are now better educated and better off financially than protestants

[@patkearney9320]

Well said wise one regards from Ireland. Eire32

[@QuindoKarate]

@@marcphelan9883 When they were drinking we were thinking. (26+6=1) 😎

[@EIREriddick13]

Also some of the best Republican Mens had fought for the British.

[@gazzanorth4373]

Took great intelligence to slaughter Belfast shoppers on Bloody Friday.. scum

[@jacktrout4484]

I want to leave a comment so everytime someone watches,comments, or likes this video ill be reminded of this awsome interview. As an Irish-American thats a U.S Marine I have nothing but respect for people like this. 🇮🇪☘️🇺🇲 we love our Irish cousins from across the pond no matter what you think of us. Sláinte

[@TheBluHerring]

Thanks brother from across the ocean. Let me tell you the only Irish people here who would think badly of you for claiming your Irish heritage tend not to be well liked even amongst our own people. They're usually the sort of people who would condemn our heroes of 1916.

[@jonex111]

I’m proud to be English/British but I know exactly where this man is coming from. He comes across as a fair man

[@richardcook2970]

I’m proud to be English but hate my government

[@boxingunited2359]

people need to realise it’s us against the system. they divide and conquer

[@patrickoreillyb]

Good to hear.from me as an irish republican all my life,i never had any ill will towards the english public or joe soap.it was always the government that was hated.i have to be honest what always amazed me was hearing working class people in england singing god save the queen with pride,her family are not even british and have butchered and murdered all across the globe.the day the english people get rid of the royal family i will celebrate with them.they dont care about the people.drop them

[@chrisjack8670]

@@patrickoreillyb lol

[@bigboaby555]

Real recognises Real , you are a real one .

[@Neally78]

I remember when the brinks robbery happened. This guy lived in my neighborhood, Jackson Heights Queens New York. His comic book store was a block from my elementary school.

[@jackietreehorn5561]

I thought he said he lived in Rockland county....I lived in the Bronx many years ago on katonah ave and he was a legend there in the stories I heard...loved the part he said the us cops couldn't brake him, they didn't know the anti interrogation techniques he was exposed to going into the maze prison lol

[@Neally78]

@@jackietreehorn5561 yes he did but his store was on 81st and 25th ave in Jackson Heights Queens. He even says his store was in Queens in the video. I’ve been living in the Bronx for the last 25 years, know katonah ave very well between the sand hog local and the rambling house, up there frequently.

[@jackietreehorn5561]

@@Neally78 rambling house was my stomping ground.. great times there

[@Neally78]

@@jackietreehorn5561 I had some good times there as well

[@jackietreehorn5561]

@@Neally78 is the larks nest still there beside the rambling house? Remember that was a favorite for ex Irish lads trying to keep a low profile! 😂

[@SLGW1984]

Not often I watch these podcasts but the title caught my eye. I hardly blinked watching it, hair raising at times how these men were treated. Sam you have proved you are unbreakable in every way. They don't make men like you any more, its too easy to throw in the towel and give up but you fought it out and are still alive and educated to share your story. Sam you are the MAN 💪🏻. Stephen

[@jamiemcgrath205]

Massive respect for giving this man a voice 🇮🇪

[@somisak]

It's a very interesting podcast.as an English man I have a few disputes over our hold on the Falklands etc.obviously I don't agree with any violence.at 1st I wasn't sure about him having a voice,but this is fascinating and very informative.

[@si_h44]

One of the best podcasts I've ever watched, and I never thought I would say this, I'm ex British para but I can't help but Like and respect the man, what a story, can't wait for the movie

[@WonnyJalker]

Aye para noid

[@MuaythaiMuaythai]

@@johnrus7182 these people are your people you fool we’re all Irish all same religion different sections of the same religion it’s your ideology of another country’s monarchy that separates you from having peace with your fellow Irish man your in Ireland same island may consider yourself British which is ok but you’ll never be an Englishman you’ll always be an Irishman atrocities on both sides of the war but he was a soldier not terrorist scum it’s still unsettled this war Tiocfaidh ár lá

[@marcphelan9883]

@@johnrus7182 the paras are the terrorists killing innocent men women and children all over the world but you have the British government to hide behind , cowards

[@hawdehaw]

@@johnrus7182 calling them terrorists when the para murdered civilians irony

[@MuaythaiMuaythai]

@@johnrus7182take it down from the mast you traitorous free stater

[@dannyfearon9905]

I’ll be honest James. I don’t usually listen all the way through I’ve got a short attention span. Can’t keep my concentration. But this one with Sam was something else. A very articulate man and honest man who’s story is both fascinating and frightening at the same time. I liked your style of not saying too much. You let Sam tell his story. I think I’ll go buy some of his books now.

[@sammillar3881]

Thanks danny.

[@sammillar3881]

Thank you Danny

[@IanBroon1]

One of the best interviews on KZbin. 👍🏻

[@JamesEnglish]

👍🏼

[@paulross4250]

I'm English but the greatest respect to Sam Millar, how they survived that life every day

[@paulross4250]

@AlienTenno Sorry no i dont know what you mean

[@sammillar3881]

Thank you, Paul.

[@amytynan5116]

Sam what do you think of today's republicans??? I know a few and think they're just using the republican name for monetary gain

[@chrystallambie9606]

@@sammillar3881 Respect x

[@magnusosmond1835]

I knew about the h blocks and hunger strikes from folk songs and from learning Irish and Scottish history and just knowing this man lived through them I have tremendous respect for him

[@sammillar3881]

Thank you Magnus.

[@Floridaman8783]

Amen

[@kieranb9909]

Watched a lot of podcasts but this is by far the the best. Crazy story and how hes still alive to tell this is mental. Gripped from even just the trailer

[@jackietreehorn5561]

And his story is just one of what thousands of nationalists went through that went to the h blocks

[@stryderjt7117]

100% one of your best interviews what a guy

[@Jonathan-iw5ic]

Very good interview, let Sam Millar tell his story with ease. I liked the candour of Sam Millar, it's the first time I've heard of him.

[@maxtache]

What a interview, what a story. One word James, Outstanding.

[@JamesEnglish]

Thanks pal

[@mattgosling2657]

@@JamesEnglish yeah I agree mate, you definitely have one of the best podcasts in the world.

[@scottperry6240]

Riveting from start to finish. One of the best Podcasts interviews I have seen, such honesty and passion shown by Sam and such respectful questions by James. Sam is living evidence that Heaven & Hell are right here on earth.

[@sammillar3881]

Thanks Scott.

[@chriswild2458]

That’s an incredible interview,my father was a real British soldier but the first person in life who ever stood up for me was a staunch I R A supporter the whole thing for me is respect and open mindedness

[@keithy507]

Do you mean you respect people who planted bombs and blew up other people (including catholics) and women and children?

[@tc2664]

@@keithy507 The British government and the British military murdered tens of thousands of woman and children out in Northern Ireland, Iraq, Afghanistan, Libya etc etc could go on fs. It actually happened, it's no joke. They really did, the world knows it and yet you sit behind your computer and mention a small group that was pretty much created because of the presence of the British military in Ireland.

[@jimmymoran3839]

One of the best Podcasts you’ve ever done James. I thought the ones with Paul Ferris would be hard to beat, but this is definitely right up there

[@JamesEnglish]

👍🏼

[@irishblueeyes8856]

True I was resisting subscription but this I will now listen to old school volunteers need to keep the history kids are forgotten about our history

[@jpmc114]

Was thinking the same myself that it would take a great 1 to beat the Ferris interviews but think you've cracked it now James.keep up the great work m8👍👍

[@stephenmcguire1935]

@@JamesEnglish about time u don't podcast something about Ireland lol good job James.

[@mattgosling2657]

Yeah I agree mate, I've watched dozens and dozens of these podcasts and I think this guys story is probably the best I've heard he's lived a crazy life for sure.

[@baraw9305]

James, this is a outrageous interview. What a story.

[@JamesEnglish]

👍🏼

[@gazzanorth4373]

Fairytale more like....

[@jackietreehorn5561]

@@gazzanorth4373 wouldn't be reading it as a bedtime story to the kids lol

[@weneverstop.4640]

@@gazzanorth4373 fairy tale ? Its all factual. Hes a best selling author. His book on the brinks has been in the top 10 best sellers for years. Hes seen and done things that you couldn’t imagine. So wind your neck in. Fool.

[@tomweldon7608]

@@gazzanorth4373 fairy tales are usually made up made up stories for kids about kings and queens who livevin big castles and sometimes their LOYAL SUBJECTS in fantasy worlds that the king is born off devine blood and his peasants worship him. Thats considered FANTASY FAIRY TALE

[@acousticmotorbike2118]

Sam's story is riveting. I grew up in Derry and it was traumatic. Sam's story is so humane. His resilience is remarkable. Hats off to the guy. My heart goes out to him. Lovely to see him come through the other side. Should be a movie made about him. I'd love to have a pint with Sam. What a guy. Best wishes and blessings Sam.

[@pmacc3557]

Morning. I'm from the Republic. Was never in Derry. What do you guys think of us in the Republic? Do you see us as softies or aloof to what happened in the North as we had no idea what yous had to go through? Do you envisage a united Ireland or would you want it?

[@castortroy6588]

From Derry myself , still here 🇮🇪

[@jondavidgriffin]

Incredible resiliance, you can see it in his eyes.

[@barryb90]

Thank God I grew up down South. I remember an elderly couple that lived near me, they were burned out of their home in the early 1960s.

[@dockerslower]

Incredible life story, Sam remains unbowed, unbroken,fantastic interview James.

[@Mr80jb]

And a millionaire

[@richarddurbridge2962]

This is the 3rd time I've listened to this great pod cast......it won't be the last.what a man.cheers James and sam

[@sammillar3881]

Thanks Richard.

[@johnbissett4332]

@@sammillar3881 Hero

[@jamesgfraser439]

This is a "masterclass" on how an interview is done. Excellent excellent interview James. Being on the other side find it incredible what this man's been through.

[@JamesEnglish]

Thanks James

[@elainebines6803]

@@JamesEnglish and not interrupting guests and asking relevant questions 👏

[@williedesmond8201]

A master class what the hell ,is it really so hard to ask questions and then let the guide answer with out interrupting that's now called a masterclass now a days lol .

[@williedesmond8201]

@@elainebines6803 yea nothing amazing about that ask a question dont interrupt and let said gist answer is now a masterclass by some people lol .

[@Liam-us3cq]

That's one mad story , how he got through that 8 years in the h block il never know! Can have nothing but respect for that sort of mental resilience!

[@josoapification]

This podcast compelled me so much I just ordered the book on the brinks. This man touched my heart.

[@JamesEnglish]

👍🏼

[@sammillar3881]

Thank you chara.

[@anitagoodsleep5330]

Bobby sands has a street named after him in tehran Iran 🇮🇪🇮🇷

[@chrisjack8670]

Cheeseburger st

[@anitagoodsleep5330]

@@chrisjack8670 your a different breed il give you that

[@chrisjack8670]

@@anitagoodsleep5330 why thank you 😆

[@anitagoodsleep5330]

@@jackietreehorn5561 see what happens when brother n sister get into bed with each other …

[@davidwhiting5630]

We should name the street where the Iranian embassy is after moshe dayan.

[@Johnnythehab]

Great listen. Could listen to Sam all day, what a life he's had, and a bet he's only touched on it. Much respect from ex British solider

[@matty6848]

Same here Johnny ex 2nd Battalion Mercian Regiment. Although I never served In Northern. Ireland I have met a few older ex squaddies that did and they all said it could get well nerve racking at times. Did you ever serve in N.i?

[@Johnnythehab]

@@matty6848 yes a did mate but later on when things where alot more settled than they where

[@sammillar3881]

Thanks pal.

[@BBB-sl3mu]

Sam , i am struggling to find the words to sum up what i feel after this interview , i could say hurt because i realise what a torturous existence boys like you had to face ! You show that you have no bias and are only fighting tyrants . Well done James , you treat all your guests with the respect they deserve and ask the questions in a way that these guys can open up , all credit to ye man .

[@sammillar3881]

Thank you pal

[@We-Wuz-Great-201]

They were having a blast (in more ways than one). It's just not PC to say that violence is fun.

[@barrymclaughlin1171]

This one blew my mind honestly the best podcast you’ve done to date unbelievable what a man Sam is

[@JamesEnglish]

Cheers Barry

[@robbiekennedy1029]

Ahhh James take a bow mate 👏 That was the best and most interesting podcast iv heard yet .... Sam millar is real as it gets ...... that was just brilliant.... 🇮🇪 🇮🇪 🇮🇪

[@kerrielouiseoleary8959]

One of the best intelligent explanations of the troubles i have ever heard....you are an unbelievable interviewer you pick great guests and you know how to get the best out of them ❤

[@karenmulvey3907]

Such an interesting podcast you have lived some life mo chara my wee daddy is from Glenalina Park Ballymurphy and altough he kept his cards very close to his chest you knew he lived a very hard life. He recently passed and we returned him to the city cemetry beside his beloved Black Mountain 🇮🇪🇮🇪

[@DJM0LE]

WOW this hands down best podcast yet , and well done for letting him tell his story .

[@JamesEnglish]

👍🏼

[@allanthorpe7139]

Absolutely brilliant interview 10/10 to both of you 👏

[@JamesEnglish]

Thanks Allan

[@f.b508]

@@JamesEnglish Great podcast again mate. I’ve gotten to know Sam after I watched this. And I bought his book the brinks. Reading it now too. Thanks again mate. Keep up the amazing work.👌

[@Robert-ix1uh]

I cried when he spoke about his dad and brothers not recognising him Coz he was tortured and lost half his body weight, awesome story and great episode

[@Street877]

Do you want a tissue sweet heart

[@TheSaxon.]

What a muppet!

[@sammillar3881]

Thank you Rob

[@Mr80jb]

What about the countless deaths and victim families of all his atrocities? Get real, and understand there are two sides to every conflict. It was a dirty war that should never have happened.

[@Robert-ix1uh]

@@Mr80jb I didn't see their podcast, get a grip lol

[@gordonroy7860]

Amazing that this period of history is not taught in schools in the UK

[@shooterblaze1]

Because it’s propaganda produced by Sinn fenian

[@DM-fj8wv]

@@shooterblaze1 Wrong.

[@shooterblaze1]

@@DM-fj8wv not wrong at all

[@AB-lq1zd]

No real colonial history is taught in UK schools.

[@Drainingtheswamp2022]

We studied the conflict in Ireland for GCSE history in 2000

[@oscarcreminisfree]

"You'd be surprised how many times we went looking for you" - bone chilling. Amazing interview.

[@jb6368]

John major admitted to Albert Reynolds Irish prime minister in 92 that the IRA couldn't be beaten militarily. The might of British army and sas etc didn't stand a chance.

[@mattgummerson8370]

I think this applies to most non-conventional armies like the Taliban. It’s hard to defeat members of the general public

[@barryb90]

@@mattgummerson8370 Agreed. It happened in Vietnam too. South Vietnam had no fight in it and it collapsed the moment the US left.

[@wales123100]

And the ira knew the british couldn't be driven out either gerry Adams knew that By the end the ira was riddled with informants from top to bottom it was only south armagh that wasn't infiltrated

[@odhran1-e4z]

@@dixonmcmillan1885 Warrenpoint 18-0

[@jackietreehorn5561]

@@barryb90 the video of the south Vietnam general getting shot in the head on tv was crazy! Ho chi Minh was a big supporter of Irish independence tho

[@grainnefullbrook3070]

Thank you for sharing your story.... You deserve a Medal! Much respect to you 👊

[@phar874moochieter4]

That was one of the best interviews I've seen in a long time, hats off James, letting him talk. You're a good listener too!

[@aaronlawrence9677]

Magic interview James. Thanks for sharing your story Sam. I thoroughly enjoyed and you certainly have lived a life. I will definitely read your books mate. Cheers, Aaron from New Zealand.