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Unsolved

RTÉ
Fiona Pender
Raonaid Murray
Arlene Arkenson
Robert Howard
Arlene Arkinson
Bundoran
Hannah Williams
Tullamore
Garda Síochána
Dunleary
Castlederg
Sally West
Garda
Canada
Ireland
Barry Cummins
Katja Mia
Paparazzi
RTÉ
Cadaver Dogs

Some crimes don't get solved. Some families never get justice. Unsolved, hosted by award-winning crime journalist Barry Cummins and RTÉ presenter Katja Mia, is a true crime podcast made in the hope that someone listening knows something. In each episode, we investigate Irish cold cases with the victim firmly at the centre of the story, focusing on the lives behind the headlines, what we know about... more

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes11Foundeda month ago
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In the summer of 1987, Antoinette Smith went to see David Bowie in concert at Slane Castle and never came home.

Aged just 27, Antoinette was a full-time mother of two, so the rare night out was extra exciting. Antoinette kissed her daughters goodby... more

On the 11th of July, 1987, 27-year-old Antoinette Smith went to see David Bowie in concert at Slane Castle and never came home.

Antoinette was a full-time mother of two, so the rare night out was extra exciting. Antoinette kissed her daughters good... more

Fiona Pender was last seen alive in August 1996 in her Tullamore flat. She was 25 years old and seven months pregnant. Fiona and her family had just come through a profound tragedy but were preparing for a new chapter in their lives. All this changed... more

Fiona Pender was last seen alive in August 1996 by her boyfriend John in their Tullamore bedsit. She was 25 years old and seven months pregnant. Fiona and her family had just come through a profound tragedy but were preparing for a new chapter in the... more

Fiona Pender was last seen alive in August 1996 by her boyfriend John in their bedsit in Tullamore. She was 25 years old and seven months pregnant. Fiona and her family had just come through a family tragedy but were preparing for a new chapter in th... more

On Friday 3rd September 1999, 17-year-old Raonaid Murray had a job at a clothes boutique in Dun Laoghaire, a large circle of friends and was the baby of a close family of five. She hoped to study Arts at UCD and maybe become a writer someday. Raonaid... more

On Friday 3rd September 1999, 17-year-old Raonaid Murray had just finished a nine hour work shift and was making last-minute plans with her friends to go clubbing. Just after 11pm, promising her friends she'd be back soon, Raonaid left Scott's Bar in... more

In August 1994, 15-year-old Arlene Arkinson went to a disco in Bundoran. Arlene never came home. Her body was never found.

Despite countless searches, multiple police investigations, and even a murder trial in 2005, Arlene Arkinson's family never go... more

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Hosts

Barry Cummins
Crime journalist who co-hosts the show; frequently associated with RTÉ True Crime (Unsolved) and RTÉ News coverage.
Katja Mia
RTÉ presenter who co-hosts; often introduces episodes and engages in in-depth discussions with Barry Cummins.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 129 ratings
  • Really bad

    Awful. Really pointless speculation and chit chat that mostly doesn’t make sense. Very disappointing as thought this would be a great listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    LMK2021
    United Kingdoma month ago
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    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wiiejdifjfkejwis
    Irelanda month ago
  • Very good show

    I'm Canadian but I enjoy Irish culture & anything from Ireland. I toured & drove all over the island for four weeks in the summer of 2017 & absolutely loved being there. This Unsolved show is well written and presented by the two hosts. I look forward to more episodes in the second series. Keep up the great work! Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kwissy60
    Canadaa month ago
  • Brilliant!

    I love podcasts that give both detail and focus on the victims. Well done team, this is such a good podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JenniferDavy
    Irelanda month ago

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Empathetic treatment of victims and families is a recurring strength.

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Apple Podcasts
#146
United Kingdom/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#140
Italy/True Crime
Spotify
#39
Ireland/Top Podcasts
Spotify
#7
Ireland/Trending
Apple Podcasts
#13
Ireland/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#4
Ireland/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#39
Saudi Arabia/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#112
Poland/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#150
Singapore/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#190
Sweden/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#236
Denmark/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#240
New Zealand/True Crime

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A true crime series that centers on unsolved Irish cases, blending investigative storytelling with intimate portraiture of victims and their families. Episodes weave together timelines, personal histories, and investigative threads, while highlighting the human cost of unresolved crimes and the ongoing calls for justice. Hosts—a seasoned crime journalist and a veteran RTÉ presenter—guide conversations with respect for families and a commitment to public engagement, often inviting listener tips to help breathe new life into long-running investigations. The show's standout strength is its narrative focus on those left behind, balancing meticulous detail with accessible storytelling and public-facing calls for information that could move cases... more

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