
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
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 49 | Founded | 9 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | True Crime | |||

In this episode of Lines of Enquiry: Case Notes, John is joined by Darren Cleary, creator of Lines of Enquiry and Head of Digital Audio at Bauer Media Audio Ireland.
Darren gives an update on the case of Kelly Lynch following the completion of a Gar... more
In this episode of Lines of Enquiry: Case Notes, John is joined by Ray Kane, his former colleague in the Garda Technical Bureau and Fingerprint Department.
Ray spent more than 30 years in policing, much of it in the Garda Technical Bureau. Together,... more
In this episode of Lines of Enquiry: Case Notes, John is joined by Martin Egan, retired Detective Sergeant with An Garda Síochána.
Martin spent 30 years in the force and was also trained as a Garda crisis negotiator. He reflects on the communication... more
As season 3 comes to an end, host of Lines of Enquiry, John Sweetman reveals what to expect over the next few weeks from Case Notes.
He shares the date for the return of the narrative episodes, with many new stories already being worked on by the Li... more
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Just found this podcast and it’s an absolute must listen. One of the best podcasts I’ve ever listened to. Harrowing stories of murder in this wee country of ours.
I started listenting to Podcasts only early this year. I enjoy listening to crime and thriller documentaries and when I came across this it immediately caught my eye.
It is a well spoken and enjoyable podcast and I look forward to every week when a new episode is released. Well done to John on creating this!
My only wish would that you would release more every week as one a week is not enough for me haha.
Well done all
These are the headlines we’ve all seen on the news but never got the full story on. Johns tells it from his own unique perspective after being at many of the crime scenes himself and with a soothing tone that is sincere and kind. The stories are well written and honour the victims of these awful crimes. Not an easy listen but I’m completely addicted.
Well done all involved, the podcast is narrated well, very interesting and delicately delivered with the victims families in mind. Highly recommended & congratulations
Brilliantly well told podcast
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Tight, well-researched true-crime storytelling focused on Irish cases, with a steady emphasis on forensic detail, timeline reconstruction, and the human impact on victims' families. Episodes balance meticulous evidence review—from digital footprints and CCTV to DNA and interviews—with compassionate narration that centers survivors and their communities. A standout is the host's professional policing background, which lends credibility to methodical case exploration while maintaining a respectful, non-sensational tone. The show frequently showcases how investigations unfold over years, the role of technology in solving crimes, and the ongoing conversations about justice and memory in Ireland.
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Recent guests on Lines of Enquiry include:
1. Geoff Knupfer
2. Gerry Hussey
3. Kevin Lunney
4. Siobhan Maguire
5. Frank Keenaghan
6. Mike O'Donnell
7. Alan Bailey
8. Mary Coll
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