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The Podcast Show London 2026 has announced its Advisory Board, including Steve Ackerman, Ruth Fitzsimons, Arif Noorani, Vicky Etchells, and our Editor, James Cridland. The event, which takes place in late May, also outlined its submission process for speakers and sessions.
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2026-01-2704 min
Lines of EnquiryJasmine McMonagle: No Way Out28 year old mother of two Jasmine McMonagle loved to write and longed to be a children's author one day. In 2019, a letter she wrote was sent to the Garda Technical Bureau for examination. In the letter, Jasmine wrote of being held hostage in her own home, of threats against her and her daughters, and of how she would no longer live in fear.In this episode of Lines of Enquiry, John explains how that letter ended up on his desk, and he looks back on a tragic story of rage, loss and bravery, and of...
2026-01-2751 min
Lines of EnquiryAntra Ozolina: The Set UpWhen Antra Ozolina was found dead in her home in Kilnaleck, Co Cavan in June 2014, from the outset, the explanation seemed straightforward and the case moved quickly towards closure. But small details did not sit comfortably. The circumstances raised quiet questions. The timeline felt too neat and the version that was accepted left little room for doubt or for scrutiny. In this episode of Lines of Enquiry, John Sweetman revisits the death of Antra Ozolina, examining how early assumptions can shape an investigation, how quickly a version of events can become fixed, and how the ho...
2026-01-2052 min
Lines of EnquirySeamus Ruddy: Hidden Clues I Part 2The arrival of two detectives with very different backgrounds reinvigorates the search for Seamus Ruddy. As the new investigators search the darkest corners for information, they do it with a set of forensics skills never before seen in Ireland.The Ruddy family hold on to hope of finally ending their long nightmare, and a new source of information could prove to be the key. But there will be many false dawns, before what could be their final chance to bring Seamus home.We now have an instagram page, we would appreciate if you could please...
2026-01-1440 min
Lines of EnquirySeamus Ruddy: The Long Search | Part IIn May of 1985, Seamus Ruddy went to meet three men in Paris. They were men he knew from a past life, in Ireland. Seamus had left that life behind, to start a new one in the French capital. His family had asked him not to go to the meeting, but Seamus had been assured he would be safe.He was never seen again after that night, and his disappearance would lead to a search spanning decades. The Ruddy family refused to give up their hunt for answers, facing down intimidation and holding out hope even against the...
2026-01-1359 min
Lines of EnquiryJastine Valdez: Abducted in Plain SightJastine Valdez was abducted in broad daylight on a rural road in Enniskerry, Co Wicklow, in May 2018. The 24-year-old had just stepped off a bus that dropped her only a few minutes’ walk from her home. Just moments later, a woman driving along that quiet country road spotted a man seemingly trying to force a young woman into his car.What followed was a frantic garda manhunt, as they realised Jastine had been abducted in broad daylight – but without any idea who may have done it, or why. What was to follow would be a tragic, terrifying case t...
2026-01-0649 min
Lines of EnquiryMark O'Sullivan: Terror on the FarmWhen Anne O'Sullivan was diagnosed with terminal cancer, tensions within her family about who would inherit her substantial plot of farm land came to the surface.Soon, Anne would find herself awake before dawn, running through fields and ditches to a neighbour's house to get help as a terrible darkness descended on the family farm. This is a tragic story that saw a family torn apart as their home became consumed by fear and threats of violence towards Anne and her eldest son, Mark. Those rising tensions would lead to the most unfathomable and shocking...
2025-12-1652 min
Lines of EnquiryKelly Lynch: Beneath the SurfaceOn St Patrick’s weekend 2024, 23-year-old Kelly Lynch travelled from her home in Armagh to Monaghan to support her boyfriend after a sudden death in his family. Two nights later, on the walk home from the pub in the town, on the Friday night of a busy bank holiday, Kelly disappeared.She was found in the Ulster Canal on the Sunday morning. Gardaí said Kelly had drowned and quickly confirmed they were not treating her death as suspicious. But as the details emerged, her family were left with devastating questions.In this episode of Lines of...
2025-12-0953 min
Lines of EnquiryNora Sheehan: The Past Speaks | Part IIThe prime suspect walks free for the murder of Nora Sheehan after the death of the pathologist left the DPP's case unable to proceed to trial. In this second chapter of a two-part investigation, John Sweetman looks at how four decades after Nora Sheehan’s disappearance and death in 1981, advances in forensic technology breathed new life into a long-dormant investigation. In this episode, we explore how preserved evidence from fibres and paint fragments to a partial DNA profile was re-examined by investigators as as long-preserved traces ignite a renewed hunt for answers.We now h...
2025-12-0335 min
Lines of EnquiryNora Sheehan: The Last Walk | Part IIn June 1981, Nora Sheehan left the South Infirmary Hospital in Cork and disappeared into the night. In the hours that followed, she was seen by witnesses walking alone after midnight, a familiar figure on dark roads and quiet streets.Days later, her battered body was discovered dumped in woodland far from the city. Her murder shocked Cork and marked the beginning of a case that would stretch across generations.In this opening chapter of a two-part investigation, John Sweetman reconstructs Nora’s final movements, the witness sightings after midnight, and the immediate aftermath of her di...
2025-12-0237 min
Lines of EnquiryBarbara Walsh: Vanished after DarkThe Walsh house in rural Connemara is quiet by 4am on the 22nd of June 1985. Earlier in the night it was full of people celebrating the brief return of two family members who had emigrated. But now the friends, neighbours and even the local Gardaí who had attended the party have all dispersed. So, when 14 year old Jacquie Walsh wakes up in the middle of the night the only person she sees is her mother, 33 year old Barbara asleep on the couch. Jacquie tries to wake her but when she does not stir, Jacquie places a pillow beneath her h...
2025-11-2543 min
Lines of EnquiryMarie Dillon: Horror at HomeGardaí are called to a house in north Dublin, where they make a grim discovery. 72-year-old Marie Dillon has been found murdered in a violent attack inside her home.As investigations begin, it becomes clear there are no suspects and no obvious clues. In this episode of Lines of Enquiry, John Sweetman revisits the case that brought him face to face with his first murder scene at just 26 years of age, in his early days training to become a forensic fingerprint expert. We now have an instagram page, we would appreciate if you c...
2025-11-1838 min
Lines of EnquiryRobert Holohan: Robbed of TomorrowOn 4 January 2005, 11-year-old Robert Holohan left his home to play on his bike in Midleton, Co Cork and never returned. What began as a desperate search for a missing boy quickly became one of the most emotionally charged murder investigations Ireland had ever witnessed. Thousands turned out to look for him. Gardaí deployed every resource available. For a week, the country hoped against hope. Then came the devastating discovery: Robert had been killed. The search for the young boy soon became a hunt for a killer. The eventual truth would prove to be more devastating than anyone had imagined.
2025-11-1148 min
Lines of EnquiryThe Beast: The Midlands LettersA sinister, disturbing handwritten letter arrives into Garda HQ. It has been sent anonymously to a school in the midlands. There are 23 pages, promising terrible crimes to come, and detailing the writer’s twisted plans to abduct and kill teenage girls. Soon after, two more arrive – again sent to schools across the Irish midlands. Gardai then realise this is not their first encounter with the anonymous writer, as they discover records of a strange hideout found in the woods in Offaly many years ago. More letters arrive, sent to Garda stations and found by members of the publ...
2025-11-0646 min
Lines of EnquiryMary Gough: Death on the StairsWhen 27-year-old Mary Gough was found dead in her home in Balbriggan in 2001, it looked like a tragic accident. Gardaí were called to what appeared to be a fall down the stairs. But as investigators examined the scene, small details began to raise doubts, marks that didn’t fit, timelines that didn’t match, and a story that started to change. In this episode, former Garda forensic detective John Sweetman revisits the case, piece by piece, to uncover how investigators learned that what looked like a household accident was, in fact, something far more sinister. ...
2025-11-0441 min
Podnews Weekly ReviewJason Carter, Ruth Fitzsimons, and Spotify - what are they "play"ing at?Ahead of The Podcast Show in London, Jason Carter spills the tea about what'll be there. Not literally.Also, Bauer Ireland's Ruth Fitzsimons. And, we look into Spotify's new play counts, and whatever they are.Send James & Sam a messageSupport the showConnect With Us: Email: weekly@podnews.net Fediverse: @james@bne.social and @samsethi@podcastindex.social Support us: www.buzzsprout.com/1538779/support Get Podnews: podnews.net
2025-05-092h 30
Chaptered MindsBlack & Irish: Legends, Trailblazers & Everyday HeroesBlack & Irish: Legends, Trailblazers & Everyday Heroes is a landmark publication celebrating the contributions of Black and mixed-race individuals in Ireland. Authored by Leon Diop and Briana Fitzsimons, founders of the Black & Irish organization, the book profiles a diverse array of figures from various fields, including:
Ruth Negga: Acclaimed actor known for her roles in film and television.
Gavin Bazunu: Professional soccer player and Republic of Ireland international.
Dami Hope: Reality TV star who gained prominence on Love Island.
Emma Dabiri: Author and academic focusing on race and identity.
Rhasidat Adeleke: Record-breaking sprinter representing Ireland.
Phil Lynott: Legendary musician...
2024-11-1617 min
The Radio Academy PodcastA Radio Festival "Rewind" with Dixi StewartHost Tim Cocker is joined by the Chair of the Radio Academy Festival, and general radio guru, Dixi Stewart to revisit some moments from past Festivals. Bob Mortimer, Ruth Fitzsimons and David Lloyd were speakers in years gone by who started conversations then which are just as relevant and important today.
2023-09-0120 min
The Radio Academy PodcastRadio Academy Festival "Rewind" with Dixi StewartHost Tim Cocker is joined by the Chair of the Radio Academy Festival, and general radio guru, Dixi Stewart to revisit some moments from past Festivals. Bob Mortimer, Ruth Fitzsimons and David Lloyd were speakers in years gone by who started conversations then which are just as relevant and important today.
Find out about the Radio Academy Festival 2023 at www.radioacademy.org
2023-08-3020 min
Politics and LettersSinéad Kennedy: Repeal the EighthA conversation with Sinéad Kennedy about the history of Irish feminism, the campaign to repeal the eighth amendment from the Irish constitution, and the distinct ways in which the politics of liberation in Ireland have been inflected by Ireland's unique position within the world system.
This episode was inspired to a large extent by Dr Camilla FitzSimons' book Repealed: Ireland's Unfinished Fight for Reproductive Rights, which is available here from Pluto Press.
An episode of Pluto Press' Radicals in Conversation consisting of a conversation between Camilla, Sinéad and Ruth Coppinger about the campaign is...
2023-05-221h 25
The Interviews from Podcast RadioLive in London: Podfront's Ruth FitzsimonsPodcast Radio chats in the moment to Ruth from Podfront's team at The Podcast Show in London.Islington's Business Design Centre became the backdrop for Europe's new breakthrough event for the podcasting community: 350+ world-class speakers, 150+ panels and sessions, global industry brands, networking, mentoring and a whole host more across 2 days.Podcast Radio was on-site and in-action, chatting to the movers and shakers of the podcasting world.Listen in as Kavita talks to some fantastic people from right across both the world and business of podcasting. Whatever your level, wherever you are - this s...
2022-08-1412 min
Burning Books IrelandOlivia FitzsimonsOlivia Fitzsimons talks about Hans Christian Andersen, Raymond Carver, Donna Tartt, and echoes through time as she tells Ruth McKee which books she would save if her house was on fire.Olivia Fitzsimons is an award-winning short story writer whose debut novel, The Quiet Whispers Never Stop, is out now with John Murray.
2022-05-1331 minBurning Books IrelandTrailer - Olivia FitzsimonsJoin Ruth McKee from Friday 13th May when she’ll be talking with author Olivia Fitzsimons to discover which books she would save if her house was on fire. Olivia Fitzsimons’ debut novel The Quiet Whispers Never Stop is out now with John Murray.
2022-05-0901 min
Radicals in ConversationRepealed: Ireland‘s Unfinished Fight for Reproductive RightsContent warning: rape, suicide
On 25 May 2018, the Irish people voted to remove the Eighth Amendment from the constitution. This amendment, which had been introduced in 1983, not only made abortion illegal in Ireland, but equated the life of a pregnant woman to the life of a fertilised embryo. Despite this criminalisation, the ban on abortion was always resisted and circumvented. In the years leading up to the 2018 referendum, a grassroots movement pushing for repeal emerged on an unprecedented scale, sending tens of thousands of people out canvassing in villages, towns and cities around the country.
This v...
2021-11-261h 08
Momming While FeministDreaming Bigger than 'Lean In' Feminism - Episode 8As the pandemic forces so many households to juggle full time childcare with full time jobs, many women feel like they are being forced to “lean out” of their paid work. In this episode we unpack the impact Sheryl Sandberg’s book, “Lean In: Women, Work and the Will to Lead,” had on our lives, careers, and parenting decisions. It burned both of us, and we tell you why. We dream of a feminism that is bigger than “Lean In,” and share some resources that have guided us along the way.
Feminist Crush
FRIDA Fund: https://youngfeministfund.org/fridas-principles-to-guide-data-technology/ (Principles for guiding da...
2020-09-0651 min
RadioToday ProgrammeRoundtable #19 - October 2018Roy Martin and Stuart Clarkson talk about the big news of the week as Zoe Ball is announced as the new Radio 2 breakfast presenter.
Then Trevor Dann hosts our monthly roundtable discussion for October 2018 with guests Ruth Fitzsimons (Audioboom), Paul Chantler (Fix Radio) and Gloria Abramoff (Tonic Productions).
James Cridland asks if you’re in radio to deliver ratings and revenue - or to delight the audience. And David Lloyd has more classic audio in RadioMoments.
2018-10-031h 01
The Media Club with Matt Deegan#98 - Local TV, Dacre's legacy & hope for Audioboom - The Media Podcast with Olly MannMedia news and analysis, with Olly Mann and this week's guests Talkback's Leon Wilson and former Discovery exec Prof. Lis Howell.The panel discuss how Paul Dacre’s departure will affect the Daily Mail, what the secret sauce is in Love Island’s success, and allegations surrounding local TV provider 'That's TV'.Also on the programme, we field questions from Audioboom clients to exec Ruth Fitzsimons, and what Jeremy Vine is doing at the helm of The Wright Stuff - as well as continuing his Radio 2 show.AND in the Medi...
2018-06-1545 min
Listen to the Best Full Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, SuspenseLying in Wait: A Novel by Liz NugentPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/334417 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Lying in Wait: A Novel Author: Liz Nugent Narrator: Lesley McGuire, Caoilfhionn Dunne, David McFetridge Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 8 hours 34 minutes Release date: June 12, 2018 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.22 of Total 9 Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 4 Genres: Suspense Publisher's Summary: From the #1 internationally bestselling author of Strange Sally Diamond and Unraveling Oliver—a brilliantly plotted, utterly immersive novel lauded by A.J. Finn—#1 New York Times bestselling author of The Woman in the Window—as “extraordinary…crackles and snaps like a bonfire on a winter’s night.” My husband did not mean t...
2018-06-1203 min
The Media Club with Matt Deegan#72 - British Podcast Awards 2017 - The Media Podcast with Olly MannOlly Mann presents a special edition of The Media Podcast recorded live at the inaugural British Podcast Awards.We have all the action from the ceremony to celebrate audio excellence which was held at the Platform Theatre in King’s Cross.We hear all about the winning shows – and their producers’ top tips for success – backstage with guest host Rhianna Dhillon.Plus Jason Phipps (The Guardian) and Ruth Fitzsimons (Audioboom) discuss the state of the British podcast industry.From the Media Podcast team, our congratulations to all the winners! You can find a full list here: https://www.britishpodcastawards.com/winners...
2017-05-0325 min
Seincast: Complete EditionSeincast 112 - The Postponement"Spring! Rejuvenation! Rebirth! Everything's blooming! All that crap." Vinnie & Matt discuss "The Postponement", the second episode of season seven, as well as...Jerry's appearance on The Dr. Ruth Show, Michael's pronunciation of "cafe latte", and Bruce Mahler's debut as Rabbi Kirschbaum. Links from our discussion: Bruce Mahler and Larry David rabbi skits from "Fridays" M.A.T.Z.O.I. - You Should Only Live Twice Enter the Matzoi That's Meshugge! Jerry's appearance on The Dr. Ruth Show - 1986 SNL - Seinfeld in OZ McDonald's Coffee Lawsuit Be sure to check out listener Maarten...
2016-10-271h 40
Seincast: A Seinfeld PodcastSeincast 112 - The Postponement"Spring! Rejuvenation! Rebirth! Everything's blooming! All that crap." Vinnie & Matt discuss "The Postponement", the second episode of season seven, as well as...Jerry's appearance on The Dr. Ruth Show, Michael's pronunciation of "cafe latte", and Bruce Mahler's debut as Rabbi Kirschbaum. Links from our discussion: Bruce Mahler and Larry David rabbi skits from "Fridays" M.A.T.Z.O.I. - You Should Only Live Twice Enter the Matzoi That's Meshugge! Jerry's appearance on The Dr. Ruth Show - 1986 SNL - Seinfeld in OZ McDonald's Coffee Lawsuit Be sure to check out listener Maarten Bou...
2016-10-271h 40
RAIN SummitsRAIN Summit Europe 2015: Reaching the Mobile ListenerConsumers want and expect to take their listening with them everywhere. Untethered audio presents a challenge for radio, matched by the opportunity to increase time spent listening in dayparts and environments activated by smartphones, digital dashboards, and other transformative platforms. This panel will discuss best practices of mobile distribution.
MODERATOR: Paula Cordeiro, Radio Scientist (Streaming Ideas) SPEAKERS: Michael Hill, Managing Director, (Radioplayer UK); Ruth Fitzsimons, Global Head of News & Content (audioBoom); Holger Weiss, Managing Director (AUPEO!); Shankar Meembat, Founder & CEO (Exaget)
2015-11-1133 min
InsightInsight for 30 October 2011 - MMP DebateInsight hosts a public debate on MMP, moderated by Philippa Tolley and Julian Robins. Guests include the former National Prime Minister, Jim Bolger, the former Labour Deputy Prime Minister, Michael Cullen, the former National Finance Minister, Ruth Richardson, and the former Green Party Co-leader, Jeanette Fitzsimons and others who will discuss the MMP referendum.
This programme was produced with the help of Victoria University and Te Papa, and recorded before a live audience.
2011-10-2950 min