Sweet Bobby

Kirat and Bobby have an unusual relationship. The circumstances of their individual lives mean it’s difficult for them to meet face to face but, despite everything, they end up falling in love.

Their romance might play out online but in many ways it’s a traditional love story. Until Kirat discovers the disturbing truth.

Sweet Bobby is the #1 chart-topping, award-winning series about a sophisticated ten year scam that almost destroyed one woman’s life, and the investigation into the catfisher behind it all.

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Introducing ... The Lab Detective

Introducing...The Lab Detective Kathleen Folbigg was known as ‘Australia's worst female serial killer’ - she’d lost all four of her infant children and was convicted for killing them. Until, after spending decades in jail, a scientist working in a lab uncovered the truth behind the deaths. The Lab detective is the story of a shocking miscarriage of justice, and an investigation into why Kathleen’s story might not be the last. This is episode one of four. You can listen to the entire series today...

Jul 22, 2025•41 min

Return to...Sweet Bobby

Three years after its release, the acclaimed investigative podcast Sweet Bobby, detailing a young woman's entanglement in a sophisticated catfishing scam, is being adapted into a Netflix documentary. The film premieres on October 16th. Listeners are encouraged to revisit or discover the original six-episode podcast and access bonus content with Kirat, the central figure, by subscribing to Tortoise+.

Oct 04, 2024•1 min

Motive

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...

Sep 04, 2023•42 min•Season 1Ep. 6

(In)justice

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 B...

Sep 04, 2023•33 min•Season 1Ep. 5

Dark triads

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-fr...

Sep 04, 2023•39 min•Season 1Ep. 4

Confession

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...

Sep 04, 2023•43 min•Season 1Ep. 3

Witness protection

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 acce...

Sep 04, 2023•40 min•Season 1Ep. 2

Sliding doors

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 P...

Sep 04, 2023•31 min•Season 1Ep. 1

Introducing: Sweet Bobby

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-...

Aug 23, 2023•1 min

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