Colm Flynn reflects on the life of Niall McDonagh

Sometimes, you meet someone through your work and expect to spend a few hours telling their story — never imagining that the encounter will lead to a friendship that stays with you for years.

In 2019, journalist Colm Flynn interviewed Niall McDonagh for RTÉ’s Nationwide, sharing the remarkable story of a man whose journey to the priesthood was shaped by personal tragedy, faith and a desire to serve others. Niall’s story touched people across Ireland, and that interview became the beginning of a friendship between the two men.

With the sad news of Niall’s passing, we’re joined by Colm Flynn to remember the man behind the story — his warmth, his faith, and the personal connection that developed between them.