Matt Cooper Removes Ivan Yates from Path to Power Podcast After Shocking Jim Gavin Campaign Revelation
Matt Cooper, editor of the popular Path to Power podcast, has removed Ivan Yates from his co-host role. This decision follows revelations regarding Yates’s undisclosed involvement in the presidential campaign of Jim Gavin, a candidate from Fianna Fáil. The news broke less than two years after the podcast was launched and was first reported by the Irish Independent.
Background on the Path to Power Podcast
The Path to Power podcast, produced by NK Productions, has gained a loyal following since its inception. Each week, listeners can tune in without a subscription, while a separate subscription episode is also available.
Details of the Revelation
The controversy began when it was disclosed that Ivan Yates had provided debate preparation services to Jim Gavin. This information surfaced after the recent presidential election, raising concerns about Yates’s lack of transparency regarding his commercial activities.
- Cooper and NK Productions were unaware of Yates’s involvement.
- The statement confirmed Yates’s immediate removal as co-host.
- Yates had expressed a desire to leave the podcast in the New Year prior to this development.
Statements and Reactions
Matt Cooper expressed his disappointment over Yates’s failure to disclose his role in the campaign. He emphasized the importance of transparency to the podcast’s audience, particularly during discussions about the election.
Cooper stated, “While we have always been aware of Ivan’s commercial activities, his decision not to advise us that he was actively engaged in the Presidential election on behalf of one of the parties is disappointing.” He acknowledged Yates’s contributions to the podcast and wished him success in the future.
Future of the Podcast
The Path to Power podcast will continue to operate without Ivan Yates. It remains to be seen how this change will affect its format and listener engagement.
As of now, Yates has not commented on the situation. The fallout from his involvement in Jim Gavin’s campaign continues to unfold within Fianna Fáil.
