Society & Culture Episodes

Sister Philomena Lyons, a woman whose life was a testament to faith, kindness, and community. From her roots in County Cork to her years of teaching and service, Sister Philomena's story is one of dedication and love. In this...

In this episode of Ireland Crimes and Mysteries host Nules is joined by Ciaran McConnell, host of The Cliffs Edge Podcast to discuss the tragic case of Antoinette Smith, who disappeared after attending the Slane David Bowie c...

This week Nules explores the tragic details of Phyllis Murphy in 1979. From her initial disappearance, to the community's desperate search, and the eventual discovery of her body. The episode highlights the painstaking invest...

Summary This weeks episode delves into the tragic story of Anna Kriegel, a young girl whose life was cut short by a brutal murder. It explores her early life, the challenges she faced, the circumstances surrounding her disapp...

In this episode Nules delves into the mysterious death of Patrick Nugent, a young manager at Bunratty Folk Park, whose life was tragically cut short in 1984. The podcast explores the initial investigation, the family's relent...

Join Nules as she chats with former Garda Detective John Sweetman, the host of GoLoud's hit new Original podcast "Lines of Enquiry." John shares his journey from the Garda Technical Bureau to podcasting, revealing the real-li...

A young woman's walk home turned into a tragedy that shook two nations. But from darkness came a powerful movement for change. In this episode of Ireland Crimes and Mysteries Nules explores the heartbreaking story of Irish wo...

A young mother's life cut short. A husband's dark secrets. A family torn apart. In this instalment of Ireland Crimes and Mysteries, Nules delves into the heartbreaking case of Patricia Murphy, a 33-year-old mother of four who...

A teenager vanishes on New Year's night, leaving a family in anguish for 17 years. What happened to Amy Fitzpatrick on that fateful walk home? In the latest mini episode of Ireland Crimes and Mysteries, Nules talks about the ...

This bonus episode of Ireland Crimes and Mysteries explores the often-overlooked figure of Bridget Sullivan in the infamous Lizzie Borden case. Born in County Roscommon, Ireland, Bridget emigrated to America and became a ser...

This episode of Ireland Crimes and Mysteries delves into the tragic story of Patricia O'Toole, a vibrant 32-year-old woman whose life was cut short in 1991. The podcast traces Patricia's final hours, from a night out with col...

This bonus episode of Ireland Crimes and Mysteries explores the unsolved 1969 murder of Sister Cathy Cesnik, a young nun with Irish heritage in Baltimore. Host Nules looks into Cathy's short life as a beloved teacher at Archb...

This episode of Ireland Crimes and Mysteries delves into the brutal murder of 77-year-old Matilda "Tilly" Campbell in Donaghadee, Co Down. Nules recounts the events of October 2006, when Tilly was found dead in her burning ho...

In 1983, a high-profile kidnapping shook Ireland to its core. But the rescue operation would end in tragedy. In this week episode, Nules delves into the gripping story of Don Tidy's abduction and the devastating aftermath tha...

Ciaran McConnell joins Nules once again to discuss recent developments in high-profile Irish missing persons cases. They delve into the reclassification of Annie McCarrick's disappearance as murder, exploring new leads and th...

A 26-year-old Dutch woman vanishes without a trace in rural Ireland. Her boyfriend waits 23 days to report her missing. What happened to Leidy Kaspersma? In this episode, Nules explores one of Ireland's most enduring mysterie...

Gary Colton joins Nules once again on the podcast, this time to discuss the psychology of serial killers and recent true crime cases.

A young Irish hiker vanished without a trace on America's Pacific Crest Trail. His last known location? A small mountain town called Idyllwild. In the latest episode of Ireland Crimes and Mysteries, Nules unravels the perplexing disappearance of David O'Sullivan. His journey from Cork to Californi…

Patrick O'Donnell, a retired sergeant with 25 years of police experience, shares insights from his law enforcement career and transition to writing and podcasting. He discusses the realities of police work, including memorable cases and the importance of community policing.

Join Nules in a bonus Q&A episode of Ireland Crimes and Mysteries, where she pulls back the curtain on the podcast's creation. Discover how Nules selects gripping cases, balancing between famous and overlooked stories, and th...

In this episode of Ireland Crimes and Mysteries we delve into the brutal murder of Irene White in 2005. Host Nules recounts the tragic story of a mother of three stabbed 34 times in her Dundalk home. The podcast explores the ...

The disappearance and murder of Elaine O'Hara shocked Ireland. What seemed like a tragic suicide became one of the country's most infamous killings. This case shows how even the most carefully planned crimes can come undone through a series of unlikely events.

In the latest episode of Ireland Crimes and Mysteries, Nules tells the tragic story of 4-year-old Deirdre Crowley who was abducted by her father in 1999.

In our latest episode of Ireland Crimes and Mysteries, we delve into the perplexing case of Noah Donoghue. His disappearance and death in Belfast in 2020 left a community reeling and a mother desperately searching for answers.