<p>The Stray Bullets podcast, hosted by E.S. Haggan, frequently discusses the Royal Ulster Constabulary (RUC), often drawing on Haggan's experiences as a former RUC/PSNI officer.</p><p> </p><p><br></p><p>The podcast delves into various aspects of the RUC, including:</p><p><br></p><ul><li><b>The Troubles:</b> Haggan openly addresses policing during the Troubles, including religion, politics, sectarianism, and related ideologies.</li><li><b>Collusion:</b> Episodes explore allegations of RUC collusion with loyalist paramilitaries and related inquiries like the Stevens Inquiries.</li><li><b>Catholic officers:</b> The podcast examines the experiences of Catholic police officers within the RUC and the Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI), highlighting challenges like isolation, sectarianism, and racism.</li><li><b>Specific incidents:</b> Haggan discusses specific events and atrocities related to the Troubles, using his novel "The Bitter End of Dreams" as a framework to explore these top
