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The Mystery Of...

Gordon Adair, Ophelia Byrne

Booking Overview

A true-crime series that investigates mysterious cold cases and historical crimes with a focus on the people, networks, and unresolved questions behind them. For PR professionals, it’s a strong platform to reach audiences interested in criminal justice, investigative reporting, and culturally significant events with high narrative engagement.

Metrics

Episodes: 49

Frequency: Irregular

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Gender skew: Male

Listener location: USA

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

podcast.support@bbc.co.uk

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Host

Gordon Adair - A former BBC reporter who investigates and contextualizes true-crime cases as part of the series’ investigative reporting approach.

Ophelia Byrne - A podcast producer and investigator who collaborates on researching and uncovering details behind complex criminal mysteries.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

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Typical Credentials:  
Subject-matter expertise related to the featured cases (e.g., investigative journalism, historians/researchers of the relevant time/place, criminology/organized-crime specialists, art/antiquities crime experts, forensic or legal professionals) OR strong voice/reading performance for narrated segments (not necessarily an interview).
Required Achievements:  
Published reporting or books on historical/true-crime subjects, Documentary or broadcast investigative work, Academic or professional expertise in criminology/history/forensic practice, Authorship or consulting on antiquities/art theft and trafficking, Media appearances explaining major cases or methods

Recent Guest Discussions

Liam OCaoimh - Readings Accompanying True-crime Episodes

John Fitzsimons - Readings Accompanying True-crime Episodes

Gavan Casey - Readings Accompanying True-crime Episodes

Recent Topics

True Crime, Cold Cases, Investigation, Criminal Justice, History

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
The Mystery Of...
:

1. Security Breach

October 10, 2026

In the summer of 1907, days before a royal visit, the Irish Crown Jewels vanish from Dublin Castle. The theft triggers a scandal that rocks the British establishment and captures public attention on both sides of the Irish Sea. The safe in which they were kept is intact, and there are no shortage of suspects or rumours. As investigators search for answers, suspicion falls on an extraordinary cast of characters: staff, aristocrats, soldiers, officials and socialites, all operating within or ar...

Episode 6

June 13, 2026

While Gaunt searches for someone to blame, Churchill downplays the figures of stolen munitions in the House of Commons. Michael Collins suspects British collusion, and with the IRA now armed for civil war, Sean O’Hegarty makes a huge decision. Narrator: Demi Isaac Readings by: Gavan Casey, John Fitzsimons, Liam O’Caoimh. Series Produced by Ally McKenzie Executive Editor: Ciaran Daly

Episode 5

June 13, 2026

As Sean O’Hegarty’s elaborate plan for unloading the munitions is in full swing, Admiral Ernest Gaunt learns about The Upnor’s seizure, more than 24 hours after the events at Ballycotton. Soon he’ll face the wrath of Winston Churchill and Michael Collins. Narrator: Demi Isaac Readings by: Gavan Casey, John Fitzsimons, Liam O’Caoimh. Series Produced by Ally McKenzie Executive Editor: Ciaran Daly

Frequently asked questions

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The Mystery Of...
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How do I get in touch with The Mystery Of...?

The Mystery Of... is hosted by Gordon Adair and Ophelia Byrne. Its publicly listed email is podcast.support@bbc.co.uk. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for The Mystery Of...?

The publicly listed email for The Mystery Of...: podcast.support@bbc.co.uk.

How many listeners does The Mystery Of... have?

Podseeker estimates The Mystery Of... reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for The Mystery Of...?

The Mystery Of... typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Subject-matter expertise related to the featured cases (e.g., investigative journalism, historians/researchers of the relevant time/place, criminology/organized-crime specialists, art/antiquities crime experts, forensic or legal professionals) OR strong voice/reading performance for narrated segments (not necessarily an interview). Common among recent guests: Published reporting or books on historical/true-crime subjects; Documentary or broadcast investigative work; Academic or professional expertise in criminology/history/forensic practice. Recent guests include Liam OCaoimh, John Fitzsimons, and Gavan Casey.

How hard is it to get booked on The Mystery Of...?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does The Mystery Of... cover?

Recent episodes cover True Crime, Cold Cases, Investigation, Criminal Justice, and History. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

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