Nobody Heard Them Cry
True Crime & Paranormal
About
Frank McCann tried to kill his wife and child four times to keep a dark secret from coming out.The swim coach secretly fathered a child with a special needs teenager in 1987, just months after marrying Esther O’Brien.In September 1992, with Esther on the brink of discovering the truth and after repeated efforts to kill her, he burned her and their 18-month-old foster baby Jessica to death.And now, to the horror of those left behind, the remorseless former publican stands on the brink of a permanent release from prison.Nobody Heard Them Cry is the extraordinary story of a...
Episodes
- Ordinary Evil | 3
The episode discusses the trial of Frank McCann for the murders of his wife and child. It highlights Bridget O'Brien's historic civil case and the lasting impact of the disgraced coach on the families involved.
- The Grieving Husband | 2
The episode investigates the suspicious deaths of Esther and Jessica in a house fire, identifying Frank McCann as the primary suspect due to his erratic behavior and attempts to mislead the investigation. Contributors include Bernard McCan…
- Happy Ever After | 1
In 1992, Esther McCann experiences a series of dangerous events at home, potentially linked to her adoption bid. Her husband, Frank McCann, has a secret involving a teenage swim student giving birth to his son months after their 1987 weddi…
- Out now: Nobody Heard Them Cry
This three-part true crime series examines the murder of Esther O’Brien and her foster child, Jessica, by Frank McCann in 1992. The podcast features contributions from family members and gardai to explore the case and the current efforts t…
- Unravelling Amy: Here's Aimee | 3
This bonus episode of Nobody Heard Them Cry focuses on Amy McAuley's extensive deceptions, including fraudulent claims of expertise as a music therapist and psychologist. The episode details how her lies impacted those around her, leading…
- Unravelling Amy: Chasing Amy | 2
Episode 2 of "Unravelling Amy" details Amy McAuley's deceptions, her criminal past, and the investigation by Gardaí. Despite near success, a crucial error leads to her manipulation being exposed.
- Unravelling Amy: Who's Amy? | 1
This episode explores Amy McAuley's initial steps into fraud, detailing her theft of hundreds of thousands of euros by targeting employers in finance and childcare. It also covers deceptions not heard in court and her decision to fake her…
- Out now: Unravelling Amy
Unravelling Amy investigates the psychology of prolific Irish fraudster Amy McAuley, who faked her own death three times and stole hundreds of thousands of euro over a decade, leaving emotional devastation.