Sweet Bobby

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Introducing...West Cork. If you loved Sweet Bobby, we know you’re going to be hooked on West Cork so we made episode one available for you right here - enjoy! This is part of Acast Classics 2026: four exceptional limited series hand-picked for their journalism, craft, and storytelling. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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In the final episode of Sweet Bobby, Kirat’s case against the catfisher takes an unexpected turn. As Alexi is putting the finishing touches to the series, he gets a phone call that changes everything. To get exclusive access to the bonus episode, subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts. To find out more about Tortoise: Download the Tortoise app - for a listening experience curated by our journalists Subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts and Spotify for early access and ad-free content Become a member and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and more If you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact hello@tortoisemedia.com Host and reporter: Alexi Mostrous Producer: Gary Marshall Assistant producer and reporter: Claudia Williams Executive producer: Basia Cummings Sound design: Karla Patella Artwork: Jon Hill Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After the confession, Kirat goes to the police. But their reaction to her case isn’t what she’s expecting. Plus: Alexi tries a new approach with the catfisher... All 6 episodes are available to listen now. To get exclusive access to the bonus episode, subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts. To find out more about Tortoise: Download the Tortoise app - for a listening experience curated by our journalists Subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts and Spotify for early access and ad-free content Become a member and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and more If you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact hello@tortoisemedia.com Host and reporter: Alexi Mostrous Producer: Gary Marshall Assistant producer and reporter: Claudia Williams Executive producer: Basia Cummings Sound design: Karla Patella Artwork: Jon Hill Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kirat deals with the fallout from the confession. Alexi’s investigation reveals the startling true beginnings of the scam, as he tries to unravel the catfisher's motivation. All 6 episodes are available to listen now. To get exclusive access to the bonus episode, subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts. To find out more about Tortoise: Download the Tortoise app - for a listening experience curated by our journalists Subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts and Spotify for early access and ad-free content Become a member and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and more If you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact hello@tortoisemedia.com Host and reporter: Alexi Mostrous Producer: Gary Marshall Assistant producer and reporter: Claudia Williams Executive producer: Basia Cummings Sound design: Karla Patella Artwork: Jon Hill Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bobby is now closer than ever – and yet he keeps slipping through Kirat's grasp. After being pushed to breaking point, she makes the life changing decision to confront him – and discovers the truth... All 6 episodes are available to listen now. To get exclusive access to the bonus episode, subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts. To find out more about Tortoise: Download the Tortoise app - for a listening experience curated by our journalists Subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts and Spotify for early access and ad-free content Become a member and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and more If you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact hello@tortoisemedia.com Host and reporter: Alexi Mostrous Producer: Gary Marshall Assistant producer and reporter: Claudia Williams Executive producer: Basia Cummings Sound design: Karla Patella Artwork: Jon Hill Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bobby finds his way back into Kirat's life, and their relationship grows closer – with devastating consequences. Meanwhile, Alexi investigates the sophistication of the catfishing scam. All 6 episodes are available to listen now. To get exclusive access to the bonus episode, subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts. To find out more about Tortoise: Download the Tortoise app - for a listening experience curated by our journalists Subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts and Spotify for early access and ad-free content Become a member and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and more If you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact hello@tortoisemedia.com Host and reporter: Alexi Mostrous Producer: Gary Marshall Assistant producer and reporter: Claudia Williams Executive producer: Basia Cummings Sound design: Karla Patella Artwork: Jon Hill Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kirat is a successful marketer and radio presenter. Online, she’s contacted by a man she vaguely knows called Bobby, and they start chatting. Slowly, they become close… and she’s reeled in to a scam of epic proportions. All 6 episodes are available to listen now. To get exclusive access to the bonus episode, subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts. To find out more about Tortoise: Download the Tortoise app - for a listening experience curated by our journalists Subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts and Spotify for early access and ad-free content Become a member and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and more If you want to get in touch with us directly about a story, or tell us more about the stories you want to hear about contact hello@tortoisemedia.com Host and reporter: Alexi Mostrous Producer: Gary Marshall Assistant producer and reporter: Claudia Williams Executive producer: Basia Cummings Sound design: Karla Patella Artwork: Jon Hill Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How much do you know about the person you love? Sweet Bobby is the #1 chart-topping, award-winning investigative series in search of the world's most sophisticated catfishers. All 6 episodes are available to listen now. To get exclusive access to the bonus episode, subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts. To find out more about Tortoise: Download the Tortoise app - for a listening experience curated by our journalists Subscribe to Tortoise+ on Apple Podcasts and Spotify for early access and ad-free content Become a member and get access to all of Tortoise's premium audio offerings and more Host and reporter: Alexi Mostrous Producer: Gary Marshall Assistant producer and reporter: Claudia Williams Executive producer: Basia Cummings Sound design: Karla Patella Artwork: Jon Hill Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.