Lines of Enquiry
GoLoudFormer 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 | 56 | Founded | 10 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | True Crime | |||
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80 year old, Nancy Nolan didn’t answer her daughter’s calls on the 16th of February, 2000. Her neighbour noticed that her car hadn’t moved in a few days. They were worried about her and sent Gardaí out to check in. The Gardaí found Nancy Nolan lying... more
On 16th of April 1984, a man jogging on a beach in West Kerry found the body of a newborn baby. The child had been stabbed to death. Nobody knew who his parents were, where he had come from, how he handed up on that beach – and nobody knew his name. more
Irene White woke up as normal on the 6th of April, 2005. She brought her three kids to school, chatted to the other parents, and returned home where she began washing up dishes. Irene’s mother Maureen lived in a mobile home in the garden and had a ro... more
Brian Kearney arrived to work shortly before 8am on his 49th birthday – February 28th, 2006. Before he left home that morning he poured his 3 year old son Dan a bowl of Coco Pops. Later that morning, Dan’s aunt Niamh arrived at the home. She found th... more
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- The best podcast out there
Can’t recommend this podcast enough! John is fantastic and each episode it done so well.
Apple Podcasts5The postman81
Ireland19 days ago - Good but not great…
This has potential and could be a lot better. The problem is the writing. Large stretches of the scripts have that unmistakable AI-slop feel… smooth, slightly over-confident, and full of tiny details that feel manufactured rather than researched. When a show casually drops references to people drinking Starbucks coffee or playing softball in 1980s Ireland, it’s not atmospheric colour, it’s lazy proofing. Those things simply weren’t part of everyday Irish life then, and any human editor with even... more
Apple Podcasts2Muff RichardsonIreland20 days ago - Exceptional
The research is incredible so thorough, meticulously documented.
What makes it so important is the focus on new evidence and new lines of enquiry, rather than simply retelling what we
already know. You can hear the dedication behind every episode, and the respect shown to the cases and the people involved is evident throughout.
An outstanding Irish true crime podcast.
🇮🇪👏🏻
Apple Podcasts5FranklyFrankqqIreland20 days ago - Excellent Podcast
Absolutely love this podcast. The amount of detail in the research is laudable… well done.
Apple Podcasts5Politics MadIreland24 days ago - Talented Storyteller
Really talented storyteller, stories told with such compassion but in detail.
Apple Podcasts5lolli-louIrelanda month ago
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Apple Podcasts | #84 |  United Kingdom/True Crime |
Apple Podcasts | #130 |  Italy/True Crime |
Apple Podcasts | #240 |  Australia/True Crime |
Apple Podcasts | #7 | Ireland/Top Podcasts |
Apple Podcasts | #2 | Ireland/True Crime |
Apple Podcasts | #70 |  Spain/True Crime |
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What is Lines of Enquiry about and what kind of topics does it cover?
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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Lines of Enquiry launched 10 months ago and published 56 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Lines of Enquiry include:
1. Darren Cleary
2. Ray Kane
3. Martin Egan
4. Frank Greaney
5. Geoff Knupfer
6. Gerry Hussey
7. Kevin Lunney
8. Siobhan Maguire
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