Where Is George Gibney?

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Introducing: Where is George Gibney?

2020-08-1305:0114

A famous Olympic coach charged with child sexual abuse never stood trial. Instead, he vanished.Reporter Mark Horgan travels across Ireland, the UK and the US on his trail. CreditsReporter: Mark Horgan Produced and written by: Mark Horgan and Ciarán Cassidy Co-Producer: Maria Horgan Research and fact checking: Killian Down Editing: Ciarán Cassidy Composer: Michael Fleming Sound mixing: Ger McDonnellTheme tune by Aaron DessnerExecutive Producer for BBC: Dylan Haskins Commissioning Editor: Jason PhippsWhere is George Gibney? is a Second Captains Production for BBC Sounds

1. It Happened in the Summer

2020-08-2729:5025

It’s 5am, it’s dark. We’re in a car outside a house where we think the former celebrity coach now lives. The neighbourhood gets suspicious. A garage door opens…CreditsReporter: Mark Horgan Produced and written by: Mark Horgan and Ciarán Cassidy Co-Producer: Maria Horgan Research and fact checking: Killian Down Editing: Ciarán Cassidy Composer: Michael Fleming Sound mixing: Ger McDonnellTheme tune by Aaron DessnerExecutive Producer for BBC: Dylan Haskins Commissioning Editor: Jason PhippsWhere is George Gibney? is a Second Captains Production for BBC SoundsThis podcast refers to child sexual abuse and contains interviews that some listeners may find upsetting, as well as occasional strong language.If you've been affected by any of the issues in this series, please contact support organisations in your own country.For a list of organisations in the UK that can provide support for survivors of sexual abuse, go to bbc.co.uk/actionline.

2. 'We've Been Expecting You'

2020-09-0336:1720

It seems like time is up for George Gibney as Gary O’Toole goes on a mission to find more swimmers who may have been abused by the coach.Credits:Reporter: Mark Horgan Produced and written by: Mark Horgan and Ciarán Cassidy Co-Producer: Maria Horgan Research and fact checking: Killian Down Editing: Ciarán Cassidy Composer: Michael Fleming Sound mixing: Ger McDonnellTheme tune by Aaron DessnerCommissioning Executive: Dylan Haskins Commissioning Editor: Jason PhippsWhere is George Gibney? is a Second Captains Production for BBC SoundsThis podcast refers to child sexual abuse and contains interviews that some listeners may find upsetting, as well as some strong language right from the start.If you've been affected by any of the issues in this series, please contact support organisations in your own country.For a list of organisations in the UK that can provide support for survivors of sexual abuse, go to bbc.co.uk/actionline

3. Bail

2020-09-1036:5315

Two people who work closely with Gibney believe very different things about their boss. Meanwhile, Mark and Cass continue observing the former coach. But who is observing them?CreditsReporter: Mark Horgan Produced and written by: Mark Horgan and Ciarán Cassidy Co-Producer: Maria Horgan Research and fact checking: Killian Down Editing: Ciarán Cassidy Composer: Michael Fleming Sound mixing: Ger McDonnellTheme tune by Aaron DessnerExecutive Producer for BBC: Dylan Haskins Commissioning Editor: Jason PhippsWhere is George Gibney? is a Second Captains Production for BBC SoundsThis podcast refers to child sexual abuse and contains interviews that some listeners may find upsetting, as well as some strong language.If you've been affected by any of the issues in this series, please contact support organisations in your own country.For a list of organisations in the UK that can provide support for survivors of sexual abuse, go to bbc.co.uk/actionline.

4. He Upped and Vanished

2020-09-1730:0715

As Gibney’s new life in the UK begins, a groundbreaking news article starts to take shape. The public are still unaware of Gibney’s past but this story could change that forever.CreditsReporter: Mark Horgan Produced and written by: Mark Horgan and Ciarán Cassidy Co-Producer: Maria Horgan Research and fact checking: Killian Down Editing: Ciarán Cassidy Composer: Michael Fleming Sound mixing: Ger McDonnellTheme tune by Aaron DessnerExecutive Producer for BBC: Dylan Haskins Commissioning Editor: Jason PhippsWhere is George Gibney? is a Second Captains Production for BBC SoundsThis podcast refers to child sexual abuse and contains interviews that some listeners may find upsetting, as well as some occasional strong language.If you've been affected by any of the issues in this series, please contact support organisations in your own country.For a list of organisations in the UK that can provide support for survivors of sexual abuse, go to bbc.co.uk/actionline.

5. Land of Opportunity

2020-09-2438:3814

As more abusers face justice, we knock on doors across the US to understand Gibney’s path. Former colleagues talk about the popular co-worker and volunteer they called ‘John’.CreditsReporter: Mark Horgan Produced and written by: Mark Horgan and Ciarán Cassidy Co-Producer: Maria Horgan Research and fact checking: Killian Down Editing: Ciarán Cassidy Composer: Michael Fleming Sound mixing: Ger McDonnellTheme tune by Aaron DessnerExecutive Producer for BBC: Dylan Haskins Commissioning Editor: Jason PhippsWhere is George Gibney? is a Second Captains Production for BBC SoundsThis podcast refers to child sexual abuse and contains interviews that some listeners may find upsetting.If you've been affected by any of the issues in this series, please contact support organisations in your own country.For a list of organisations in the UK that can provide support for survivors of sexual abuse, go to bbc.co.uk/actionline.

6. Sunshine State

2020-10-0132:4614

We learn of another abuse allegation involving Gibney, this time in Florida. A gifted former swimmer called ‘Susan’ is no longer well enough to talk to us. Her sister tells her story. CreditsReporter: Mark Horgan Produced and written by: Mark Horgan and Ciarán Cassidy Co-Producer: Maria Horgan Research and fact checking: Killian Down Editing: Ciarán Cassidy Composer: Michael Fleming Sound mixing: Ger McDonnellTheme tune by Aaron DessnerExecutive Producer for BBC: Dylan Haskins Commissioning Editor: Jason PhippsWhere is George Gibney? is a Second Captains Production for BBC SoundsThis podcast refers to child sexual abuse and contains interviews that some listeners may find upsetting.If you've been affected by any of the issues in this series, please contact support organisations in your own country.For a list of organisations in the UK that can provide support for survivors of sexual abuse, go to bbc.co.uk/actionline.

7. Christ Renews

2020-10-0839:0815

We discover new information on Gibney’s life today and investigate his religious and coaching links. A Hall of Fame coach speaks publicly about his mentor for the first time.CreditsReporter: Mark Horgan Produced and written by: Mark Horgan and Ciarán Cassidy Co-Producer: Maria Horgan Research and fact checking: Killian Down Editing: Ciarán Cassidy Composer: Michael Fleming Sound mixing: Ger McDonnellTheme tune by Aaron DessnerExecutive Producer for BBC: Dylan Haskins Commissioning Editor: Jason PhippsWhere is George Gibney? is a Second Captains Production for BBC SoundsThis podcast refers to child sexual abuse and contains interviews that some listeners may find upsetting, as well as some occasional strong language.If you've been affected by any of the issues in this series, please contact support organisations in your own country.For a list of organisations in the UK that can provide support for survivors of sexual abuse, go to bbc.co.uk/actionline.

8. Talk

2020-10-1529:1314

As our journey in the US comes to an end, it’s time to talk to George Gibney. But he hasn’t left his house in days and we don’t know why. Time is running out.CreditsReporter: Mark Horgan Produced and written by: Mark Horgan and Ciarán Cassidy Co-Producer: Maria Horgan Research and fact checking: Killian Down Editing: Ciarán Cassidy Composer: Michael Fleming Sound mixing: Ger McDonnellTheme tune by Aaron DessnerExecutive Producer for BBC: Dylan Haskins Commissioning Editor: Jason PhippsWhere is George Gibney? is a Second Captains Production for BBC SoundsThis podcast refers to child sexual abuse and contains interviews that some listeners may find upsetting, as well as some occasional strong language right from the start.If you've been affected by any of the issues in this series, please contact support organisations in your own country.For a list of organisations in the UK that can provide support for survivors of sexual abuse, go to bbc.co.uk/actionline.The final two episodes of Where Is George Gibney? will take into account some of the correspondence and coverage received over the past eight weeks. Episode 9 will be available on Thursday 3rd December, with episode 10 coming a week later. You’ll be able to listen first via the BBC Sounds app which is available to download for free wherever you are in the world.

A message to listeners - new bonus Q&A episode out now on BBC Sounds

2020-11-1101:26

Download the free BBC Sounds app to hear a new bonus Q&A episode with Mark and Cass.

9. Her Voice is Coming

2020-12-0337:3910

Survivors continue to come forward for the first time and a new voice emerges from Waterford. We tell the story of Loraine Kennedy with some help from her daughter, Louise.-- CreditsReporter: Mark Horgan Produced and written by: Mark Horgan and Ciarán Cassidy Co-Producer: Maria Horgan Research and fact checking: Killian Down Editing: Ciarán Cassidy Composer: Michael Fleming Sound mixing: Ger McDonnellTheme tune by Aaron DessnerExecutive Producer for BBC: Dylan Haskins Commissioning Editor: Jason PhippsWhere is George Gibney? is a Second Captains Production for BBC SoundsThis podcast refers to child sexual abuse and contains interviews that some listeners may find upsetting, as well as some occasional strong language.If you've been affected by any of the issues in this series, please contact support organisations in your own country.For a list of organisations in the UK that can provide support for survivors of sexual abuse, go to bbc.co.uk/actionline.

10. Sea Swimming

2020-12-1044:577

As a police investigation into Gibney is confirmed, survivors around the world begin to talk. A significant voice in the story of George Gibney comes forward.-- CreditsReporter: Mark Horgan Produced and written by: Mark Horgan and Ciarán Cassidy Co-Producer: Maria Horgan Research and fact checking: Killian Down Editing: Ciarán Cassidy Composer: Michael Fleming Sound mixing: Ger McDonnellCaroline’s letter is voiced by Clare MonnellyTheme tune by Aaron DessnerExecutive Producer for BBC: Dylan Haskins Commissioning Editor: Jason PhippsWhere is George Gibney? is a Second Captains Production for BBC SoundsThis podcast refers to child sexual abuse and contains interviews that some listeners may find upsetting, as well as some occasional strong language.If you've been affected by any of the issues in this series, please contact support organisations in your own country.For a list of organisations in the UK that can provide support for survivors of sexual abuse, go to bbc.co.uk/actionline.

11. Case Update

2023-11-2457:07

Almost three years on from our last episode, there’s a significant update on the case of George Gibney. We also hear from contributors to the podcast series speaking publicly at an emotional event in the National Concert Hall in Dublin. Credits Reporter: Mark Horgan Produced and written by: Mark Horgan, Ciaran Cassidy Co-Producer: Maria Horgan Research and fact checking: Killian Down Editing: Mark Horgan Composer: Michael Fleming Theme tune: Aaron Dessner Commissioning Editor: Dylan Haskins Where is George Gibney? is a Second Captains Production for BBC Sounds. This podcast refers to child sexual abuse and contains interviews that some listeners may find upsetting, as well as some occasional strong language. If you've been affected by any of the issues in this series, please contact support organisations in your own country. For a list of organisations in the UK that can provide support for survivors of sexual abuse, go to bbc.co.uk/actionline.

Comments (9)

ID21652299

Some remarkable and courageous women. Ignored John Cooper totally. We all suffered from Mc can and his troupe, when is their justice gif the men like me? Just go after the money and publicity. Lives destroyed

Oct 3rd

Henry P

Hmm... I'd be happy to listen and learn from others on this, but seems to me if Gibney and these poor children could keep this terrible secret from their own parents, coaches and organisers wouldn't stand a chance. After that, it is for THE POLICE and THE LAW to do what they are paid by taxpayers to do; they shouldn't require public condemnation from people who moved overseas years before, when immediate victims are right there willing to to testify in court. Truly... WTF made lawmakers and police waiver the case?? Those people should be behind bars, along with Gibney.

Aug 4th

Nikos Velikis

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Jul 19th

nme

*edit Patricia & Bernadette

Jan 2nd

Bernadette you are beyond courageous. Thank you for sharing your story, you may not realize how much it helps to know there's life on the other side of these monsters.

Warren Daly

Very good but far too little being achieved after the first 4 episodes. Dragged out unfortunately

Oct 15th

Stephen Lee

Never mind where's George Gibney, where's the podcast??? Well made series and a good listen but ye are seriously dragging the bollix out of it. It's not Game of thrones your making

Oct 13th

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