
Former Garda detective John Sweetman presents Lines of Enquiry, a GoLoud Original true-crime podcast examining some of Ireland’s most compelling crimes, uncovering how evidence, chance, and persistence can bring answers, and sometimes only more questions.
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Contact: LinesOfEnquiry@goloudnow.com
Lines of Enquiry is brou... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 66 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | True Crime | |||

In April 2022, a series of violent attacks plunged Sligo into fear. Within the space of four days, two men were murdered in their homes and a third was left permanently injured after meeting a younger man through a dating app.
In this episode of Lin... more
In this episode of Lines of Enquiry: Case Notes, John is joined by Pat Marry, a retired Detective Inspector with An Garda Síochána and author of several books, including The Making of a Detective.
Drawing on a career spanning more than three decades... more
In this episode of Lines of Enquiry: Case Notes, Nules Ní Chléirigh, creator and host of Ireland Crimes and Mysteries, returns for another conversation with John Sweetman.
This time, they look further back into Ireland’s criminal history, discussing... more
We have reached the end of Season 4 of Lines of Enquiry. While the team are planning, researching, writing and recording Season 5, John is sitting down with a series of guests for Lines of Enquiry: Case Notes.
In this episode, John is joined by Paul... more
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It’s really hard for me to like a true crime podcast where the presenters aren’t laughing or making jokes during the story. I just find those to be in such bad taste. Lines of Enquiry, which presents the stories in a solemn and respectful manner, giving the facts of the case, while still make it really interesting to listen to.
If loud, laughing hosts are what you’re into, this may not be the one for you. But if really good storytelling of cases, with the facts and no sensationalism appeals ... more
Have to edit my review as the ads now in the podcasts are painful. Several right in the middle lasting for minutes. Really spoiling a great series. Probably will skip this now due to them. Such a shame as I’ve loved every single episode up to recently.
Love listening every night. So easy to listen to. Made so easy and interesting.
I love lines of inquiry. I think it’s really well done however I have so many questions after listening that have just not been answered. How could the family not know what happened
Excellent podcasts, well written and very well told. Highly recommend
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This series centers on long-form true crime, focusing on Irish cases with meticulous attention to forensic detail, investigative method, and courtroom dynamics. Episodes blend narrative storytelling with expert context from retired detectives, journalists, and forensic professionals, delivering careful treatment of victims and families while unpacking how evidence, timelines, and media coverage shape outcomes. A standout trait is the host's first-hand policing background, which informs a measured, compassionate approach to complex investigations and public-interest storytelling. The format often features deep dives into case chronology, procedural nuances, and the human toll of crime, making it particularly appealing to listeners who value ... more
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Recent guests on Lines of Enquiry include:
1. Pat Marry
2. Nules Ní Chléirigh
3. Paul Curran
4. Rhonda Byrne Tyson
5. Darren Cleary
6. Ray Kane
7. Martin Egan
8. Frank Greaney
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