The True Crime Podcaster

When it comes to crime, you probably think you've heard it all. But wait until you hear the tale of a drug-smuggling attorney and a cocaine-fueled bear!

Piper Roundtree was a wife, mother, and lawyer. She seemed to have it all. What would drive someone in her situation to commit murder? A murder case with an unusual motive.

Melanie McGuire was a married nurse that seemed to have a happy and stable middle-class life. But when her husband was found brutally murdered, she quickly became the prime suspect in his horrific death. Would police find the evidence needed to convict her. Hear how this story was famously dubbed "The Suitcase Murder" by the news media.

HIs Philadelphia neighbors described him as nice and quiet. Nobody expected the horrors police would find in his apartment in the summer of 1987.

Bob Ross was a talented painter beloved by millions from his popular tv show. But even someone as well loved and admired as he was can become victimized by internet rumors. Hear the crazy allegations and the harm cases like this can cause.

Those that kill purely for the thrill are among the most dangerous criminals in society. Alyssa Bustamante tragically took an innocent life purely for the thrill. Now, the issue of her release on parole has become a big focus in this case.

On a May night in 2008, college student Brandon Swanson drove his car off into a ditch around 2 A.M. He called his parents for help but while on the line with them, he seemingly vanished and has not been seen or heard from since. Hear how this strange event led to legislative changes thanks to the efforts of his family.

Sam Bankman Freid has been sentenced to 25 years in prison and ordered to pay a $11 billion in restitution.

Jeffrey Locker was a motivational speaker who seemed to have it all. But as we have seen, things are not always as they seem. Hear his case which has one of the strangest twists we've had on this podcast!

Sometimes corporate greed can be dangerous and even deadly. And it happens sometimes with something as enjoyable as ice cream. Listen to the story of a scandal that threatened to derail a popular ice cream company.

The fishing business is not one you would expect to find a lot of white-collar crime cases. That is where the case of Carlos Rafael comes in. It's a case of fraud, deceit, extortion, and other mafia-like tactics that brought down his once flourishing business.

AI is becoming part of our lives more every day. But just like any new technology, it can be used for crime. Hear how scammers are using A1 and inventing new forms of white-collar crime.

Learn the latest trends and data concerning white-collar crime in 2024.

As we have shown on this podcast countless times, the Ponzi Scheme is probably the most common form of white-collar crime. As you will hear in this episode, even a quiet, small town in North Carolina is not immune to it.

He built a real estate empire and a reputation as an upstanding citizen of the community. But bank fraud charges would quickly unravel all of that. Hear how a special twist in this case made for an even more fascinating case.

Breaking story in Arkansas concerning criminal and civil actions against Dr. Brian Hyatt.

Bonus episode from the Con Man and the Cop! Hear Steve Comisar and Ryan Horn discuss how not all scams out there are illegal. Find out ways you can avoid being victimized by them.

We are joined on this video podcast episode by special guest, Attorney John Teakell. Mr. Teakell began his career as a prosecutor before transitioning into a defense attorney. He has a vast amount of experience in defending white-collar criminals. He will explian the challenges he has encountered.

Insurance is a must have for so many must-haves in our lives. But what happens when they fail to do the job they are paid to do? Can you trust your insurance company will be there for you?

Host Ryan Horn makes a guest appearance on Scam Junkie, hosted by Steve Comisar. Hear how technology is making dating scams an increasing occurrence.

Few things are more popular than McDonald's or Monopoly. When McDonald's launched a Monopoly game, it was wildly popular. But a former cop found a way to illegally profit from the game which would eventually land over 50 people behind bars.

He helped Comverse rise to rapid success. But as we have seen so many times, not all is as it appeared. Hear how his fraudulent figures landed him in trouble with the law and how he fled the country to avoid facing justice.

Christmas is a wonderful time of year. But it's also a time when many are more vulnerable to being scammed. We also thank you for a fantastic 2023!

They quickly rose to a powerhouse in the healthcare industry. But as we have seen many times, reality did not match their inflated and exaggerated numbers.

She rose to stardom with claims of extraordinary psychic and spiritual abilities. But some began to question her authenticity. An investment scam would also land her on the wrong side of justice. Hear her story here!

Today, in a South Carolina courtroom, Alex Murdaugh was sentenced to 27 years in prison for a variety of financial crimes. Hear the latest update here.

In the 1990's, they were a rapidly expanding company. In fact, they had grown to the second largest telecommunications company in the world next to A T & T. But changing technology, new competition, and an accounting scandal would bring the corporate giant to its knees.

The China-based coffee chain quickly skyrocketed in popularity, quickly passing Starbucks in China. But an accounting scam and inflated profit numbers would quickly derail the popular coffee chain. Would they be able to recover from the scandal?

On November 17, 2023, disgraced attorney Alex Murdaugh entered a guilty plea in South Carolina for a variety of financial crimes. Sentencing is set for November 28th.

Pastor Preston Foster joins us again to discuss the dangers of gree from a spiritual as well as legal standpoint.

A judge once called her one of the most evil people she'd ever encountered in her courtroom. Sante would commit fraud, arson, and even murder in her lustful pursuit of property and power. Accompanied by her son, their strange and bizarre relationship would make them a deadly duo and a threat to anyone who crossed their path.

He began scamming at a young age and only got more creative over time. His story was made into a motion picture, Catch Me If You Can, starring Leonardo Dicaprio. Hear his many wild claims, some of which have been challenged on their validity.

The wait is over! Be part of history and hear the first podcast to feature a famous con man and veteran lawman. It's got humor and helpful information as well. Check out The Conman and The Cop wherever you hear you podcasts!

Whether you or one of your children have aspirations of breaking into the entertainment industry, there are potential scams in the industry you should be aware of. Listen to some of the common scams hopeful stars fall into when trying to enter showbusiness.

An early sneak peak of the upcoming bonus podcast with famous con man Steve Comisar, host of Scam Junkie, and Ryan Horn, a career law enforcement official and host of The White-Collar Crimes Podcast. A first of its kind in podcast history, where a former con artist and law man discuss scams and white-collar crime. Highly entertaining so you won't want to miss this!

Podcaster Matt Motil who hosts the "Cash Flow King" podcast was recently charged with running an $11 million dollar Ponzi Scheme. Hear what's being alleged in what appears to be a textbook Ponzi Scheme.

Though his case is not as well known as Madoff, Allen Stanford managed to pull off an 8 billion dollar Ponzi Scheme. Hear how he did this using classic Ponzi Scheme methods.

On September 20, 2023, disgraced attorney Alex Murdaugh entered a guilty plea in federal court for a variety of financial crimes. Hear the updated details.

Check this out! Three big developments going on with the podcast!

He toured the country telling the media and the nation of his experience interviewing serial killers. He was able to brand himself "France's Serial Killer Expert." But it was all fabricated and soon his lies would be exposed.

We recently did an episode on Steve Comisar, famous for many scams including the "solar clothesline" scam in the 1980s. Now, we are joined by the "Don of Con". Hear him explain past frauds as well as his current efforts to educate the public on potential scams.

He built a powerful accounting firm and had A-list clients including Sylvester Stallone and Al Pacino. But greed and dishonesty would bring him down.

I was recently contacted by Steve Comisar, the clothesline scammer from the 1980s. We recently did a podcast on him and he reached out to me. Had a very nice conversation with him and am very excited to have him on as a guest soon! You'll hear a perspective from one that has committed white-collar crimes in the past and his current efforts to educate the public on the subject. Check out his podcast, Scam Junkie, also on Spotify for Podcasters. I'm also excited to announce my upcoming short book, Spot the Scammer. Hope to have this very soon. See you all on Tuesday the 12th with our next episode!

Are white-collar crimes prosecuted as frequently as street crimes? Are white-collar criminals sentenced as harshly as street criminals? We will take a look at what the data says as well as where the trends may be headed.

Hollywood is not where you'd expect to see a $650 million dollar Ponzi Scheme. But that is exactly what happened when Zachary Horowitz, a young small-time actor from Ft. Wayne, Indiana, moved to Hollywood to pursuit fame and fortune. He fashioned himself a Hollywood success story and fooled 250 investors to finance his phony film scheme. Hear how lives were ruined by his greed and deception.

You may have wondered who coined the term "white-collar crime." The name was coined in 1939 by University of Indiana sociologist, Edwin Sutherland. His work has paved the way to what we now recognize as crimes of greed often committed by powerful elites.

Greed has been recognized by church scholars as a deadly sin for centuries. Join me with special guest Pastor Preston Foster of Christ the King Lutheran Church in Desoto, Illinois, explains how greed can lead to moral decay and serious criminal offending. You don't want to miss this special episode!

On Friday, August 11, 2023, a judge revoked the bail for Sam Bankman Fried and remanded him to custody. He had alleged to have violated bail by improper witness contact. He is set to go to trial in October for the FTX scandal, possibly the biggest white collar crime case in history.

He was initially known for his work developing medications to treat tumors but his insider trading scandal would negatively impact many including celebrity Martha Stewart.

Sometimes, corporate greed and neglect can be deadly. That was an unfortunate result for Stefan Golab, a Polish immigrant employed by Film Recovery Systems. Hear how their neglect exposed him and dozens of other employees to deadly levels of cyanide.

He was a powerful personal injury attorney who was also building a real estate empire. He was famous for his connections to Donald Trump and other powerful politicians. But shady financial and political deals along with lying to Congress would land him behind bars.

Sadly, around the world, countless children are being trafficked for sex. It is making criminal kingpins massive fortune and has caused endless human suffering. What are the warning signs? What can you do to help? Listen to this very important podcast and how to combat the fastest growing crime facing law enforcement today.

Known as the "Toxic Tush Doctor", Morris infected dozens of victims with a dangerous mixture to achieve fuller buttocks. Many had severe reactions and one sadly resulted in death. Hear the shocking story that took the Miami area by storm.

She was a young, beautiful bartender that got caught up in an affair with businessman Kosta Fotopolous. This affair would lead to greed which would turn deadly. Hear how she would very quickly find herself on Florida's death row.

He landed a dream job of Michael Jackson's personal doctor for his 2009 tour. But it quickly turned tragic when Michael Jackson died of a lethal overdose administered by Dr. Murray. Charged with manslaughter, would Dr. Murray be held criminally liable or was Jackson responsible for his own actions? Hear the dark side of addictive medications and the celebrity lifestyles that often go with them.

Vic Murrow was an accomplished actor tragically killed along with two young children on the set of the movie, Twilight Zone: The Movie. It was soon discovered poor special effects execution contributed to the tragedy. The public was even more outraged when it was discovered the two children were illegally working at 2:30 A.M. and paid "under the table" to avoid notice of this. Would director John Landis and others involved in the film face any justice?

He was a powerful, wealthy New York real estate attorney that seemed to have it all. But his addiction to Demerol and OxyContin would cost him his marriage, finances, and his legal career. He was disbarred and had nowhere to turn after his release from prison. Rather than let it bring him down, he began focusing on helping counsel drug addicts and white-collar criminals. Hear this amazing story of redemption and perseverance.

He built a real estate empire and had good political connections along the way. But some of his illegal activities would land him behind bars. Pardoned by former president Trump, will he resume his empire with a new fresh start?

They've been around forever and conned countless people out of their hard-earned money. What are the warning signs of a pyramid scheme? What is the difference between a pyramid scheme and multi-level marketing? Tune in to find out!

He served his country in the U.S. Army and his community with the Fox Lake Police Department. He was a pilar of the community and a hero to area youth who often referred to him as "G.I. Joe." After he was thought to have been slain in the line of duty, he was hailed a national hero. But an investigation quickly showed him to be a fraud involved in several financial crimes as well as other unethical and illegal activities.

He started out as a lawyer in private practice and had a quiet first 15 years of his career. But he would soon find a way to funnel honest money from his clients into his own personal account. Hear how Scott Rothstein committed what was at the time, the largest Ponzi Scheme in history.

Who could forget the outrageous ads we used to see in comic book? X-Ray vision glasses, money-making machines, and who could forget Sea Monkeys! But were some of these deliberate attempts to scam children? Did they pave the way for many of the cyber scams we see today?

In the 1980's, Steve Comisar began his fraud career by selling the "solar powered clothes dryer" in national magazines. Buyers quickly found out they were duped into his scam when it turned out to only be a clothesline. His many other scams landed him in and out of prison. With ties to the entertainment industry, he would even cry out to friend, director Steven Spielberg and other Hollywood A-listers for help jumpstarting his "acting" career after release from prison.

Imagine working your whole life only to find out at retirement your pension is gone and has been raided. That is exactly what happened to many hardworking folks in New York Local 147- also known as the Sandhogs. Ms. King furnished a lavish lifestyle with the money she embezzled, including millions on fancy horses. Hear the sad story how her greed victimized hundreds of members out of their hard work and sacrifice.

Sheldon Silver rose among the ranks of the New York General Assembly to become one of its most notorious and powerful speakers. He was known for his iron-fisted, almost dictator-like style. But the power went to his head and he used his power to line his pockets and personal empowerment. Hear the downfall of one of New York's most powerful politicians.

Martin Frankel was a fraudster that would stop at nothing to scam investors. Whether it involved using aliases or fleeing the country, Martin Frankel would stop at nothing to scam investors.

When he retired in 1986, he was baseball's all-time hit king. But a gambling addiction and tax evasion problems earned him a permanent ban from the Baseball Hall of Fame.

Today, in South Carolina, disgraced attorney Alex Murdaugh was sentenced to life for the murders of his son and wife. Now he is facing 100 possible counts of various white-collar crimes. What will this sentence mean to those cases?

On Thursday, March 2, 2023, a South Carolina jury found disgraced attorney Alex Murdaugh guilty of murdering his wife and son. He is also still facing a slew of financial crimes. Hear the latest in this deadly case of greed and gluttony. 

Shalom Weiss targeted elderly victims in his insurance Ponzi scheme, ripping many off of over $450 million. He fled the country before being sentenced to a staggering 845 years, the longest ever for a white-collar crime. He was captured and returned to the United States. But would he pay his debt to society and his victims?

Paul Curry let everyone know how smart he was. He claimed to be a Mensa member and have a physics degree. He used his intelligence to charm Linda Kinkade to marry him. Sadly, she did not see his deadly intentions until it was too late. Hear how his lust for the almighty dollar resulted in murder.

Craig and Stefanie Rabinowitz were seen as a young, Philadelphia power couple. She was an attorney and he was seen as the sole proprietor of a success latex glove business. But things were not as they seemed. Craig was running a Ponzi scheme with this business to furnish an area stripper with lavish gifts. Hear how lust and greed led him to commit murder and leave their families and friends devastated.

He has been described as someone with "no redeeming qualities." He scammed thousands of terminal and dying patients as well as his investors. A Ponzi Scheme that would pull in over a billion dollars of fraudulent money. 

He comes from a wealthy and powerful legal family in South Carolina. But now, Attorney Alex Murdaugh is facing a double murder case as well as a slew of white-collar crime charges. Hear the latest update on this explosive case.

Like Meyer Lansky in the United States, George Freeman used his brains and a keen business sense to become a very powerful organized crime figure in Australia. Like Lansky, he was able to evade law enforcement and violence from other organized crime rivals.

He was the brains behind the mob's business-like ways. Unlike many mobsters, Lansky never did time behind bars nor was he taken out on a contract hit. Hear the story of the man who became known as, "The Mob's Accountant."

She was the lover and partner-in-crime of sex-trafficker Jeffrey Epstein. The two made an enormous fortune sex-trafficking children and possibly blackmailing the world's wealthy and elite. Hear how she was brought to justice. 

He was the lover and business partner of Theranos with Elizabeth Holmes. He amassed a great fortune as the company's president. But, as luck ran out fot Ms. Holmes, such would be the case for Mr. Bulwani. 

The latest on Idaho College Murder Suspect Bryan Christopher Kohberger taken into custody on December 30, 2022. 

Update: Disgraced FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried has been released on bail. Hear the latest update.  

FTX cryptocurrency fraud suspect has been arrested in the Bahamas and is awaiting extradition to the United States on federal charges including fraud and wire fraud. Hear the current updates as well as the reported odd behavior of his parents at his bail hearing. 

He was perhaps the most prolific child sex trafficker in the world that had strangely obtained a massive amount of wealth. Even stranger was his reported suicide from a New York jail while awaiting human trafficking charges. Hear the story of a man that personifies evil.

They were reality tv stars and perceived real estate tycoons. But Todd and Julie Chrisley were fraudulently financing their lavish lifestyle to uphold an image and tv show.

She was seen as an innovator, with the supposedly groundbreaking Theranos testing system. But the company's claims did not past scientific scrutiny and it would be discovered she defrauded investors out of hundreds of millions of dollars.

Sam Bankman-Fried has possibly been running one of the biggest Ponzi schemes ever through his cryptocurrency giant, FTX. A scandal involving American political elites and possibly the Ukrainian government.

He was an early founder of the internet company, EarthLink, and a minister with the Church of Scientology. But his Ponzi scheme would victimize his associates of both as well as numerous investors. Listen how a Scientology minister would pull off one of the largest Ponzi schemes in American history.

Breaking: Last week, former CBS executive Les Moonves was fined $30.5 million for insider trading. Moonves was fired in 2018 when allegations of sexual assault and sexual harassment began to surface. This is an update on an ongoing development.

He was a fugitive that fled to Switzerland and Europe to avoid prosecution for a massive amount of white-collar crimes. But his enormous wealth would buy him a full presidential pardon, never to see a day in jail.

People in desperate financial situations will often take out loans that will be difficult for them to pay back. Many of these loans have extremely high interest rates and other hazardous terms. Listen here how Scott Tucker made a fortune preying on many people in dire situations.

Though one of the richest men in the world, his wealth was not enough to satisfy him, and he became involved in many of the securities-related scandals of the 1980s.

She was a giant in cooking and home etiquette with a wholesome image to match. But, criminal charges of insider trading would jeopardize all of that. Hear her case here.

We all know the famous line from Gordan Gekko, played by Michael Douglas in the movie, Wall Street. Greed is good." But do you know the story behind the man that inspired the character and quote? Listen as we tell the story of insider trading criminal, Ivan Boesky.

Recently, it was reported Bed Bath and Beyond CEO Gustavo Arnal committed suicide by jumping to his death from the famous Jenga Building in New York. This was about a week after a lawsuit was filed against him and co-defendant Ryan Cohen, alleging they were running a pump-and-dump scheme. Here the latest details here.

He was one of the biggest Hollywood stars of the 90s and early 2000s. But his failure to file his taxes landed him in hot water with the IRS. Hear how the his tax battle with the IRS became his most challenging role yet!

Iowa is not a location one would expect to witness a white-collar crime. But tiny Postville, Iowa, would become the center of attention when federal immigration authorities raided a kosher slaughterhouse there exposing horrid working conditions and the exploitation of illegal immigration labor.

People investing in wine should have patience for the long term. But, even in the patient wine business, investors became fed up with John Fox and Premier Cru Wines for failing to deliver promised elite wines. Listen how John Fox was able to pull off the nation's largest wine Ponzi scheme for over 20 years.

How well do you trust your bank? In 2016, financial giant Wells Fargo was exposed when employees were using customer identifications to open fraudulent accounts all to hit insanely high sales goals. Just recently, banking giant US Bank was exposed for the exact same scandal. How might this change the banking image?

Tipping the scales between 650-700 lbs, Scolnick is the largest white-collar criminal featured on this podcast and most likely ever. He was a master scammer involved in a litany of schemes. Hear the story now on the man known as "Cherry Hills Fats."

In the late 1990's, Samuel Israel III rose to riches with his fraudulent hedge fund, the Bayou Hedge Fund Group. After being sentenced to 20 years for scamming $300 million from investors, he would later stage a fake suicide to avoid reporting to prison. A stunt that would lead to a nationwide manhunt and a feature on the show, America's Most Wanted.

Barry Minkow was a high school whiz kid that became an overnight celebrity starting a carpet cleaning business in the family garage before he was even old enough to drive. But his greed to keep his many scams going would cause him to even steal jewelry from his own grandmother. After prison, he would prove to be unchanged continuing to run scams as a pastor and fraud consultant.

Rumeal Robinson was born in Jamacia and moved to Boston with his mother as a child. She abandoned him when he was only 10. He was taken in and adopted by local respected couple Helen and Lou Ford. He rose to fame in college and professional basketball. But his reckless spending and lifestyle left him broke. He would even scam his own adoptive parents to continue his lavish spending. Hear how what could have been an American success story ended tragically.

He pulled off one of the most prolific scams of the 20th century by fraudulently selling the Eiffel Tower. A master swindler known as well for cunning counterfeit scams. Hear how his disloyalty to his mistress brought about his downfall.

If you turned on a radio or TV in the late 90's through early 2000s, you most likely heard one of the acts he produced, such as the The Backstreet Boys. But Pearlman financially exploited them and many acts he represented stealing as much as $300 million from them. Hear the story of the man believed to have pulled off the biggest Ponzi scheme in entertainment industry history.

The University of Louisville Men's Basketball program has a proud tradition including three NCAA national titles. But the 2013 NCAA title would be vacated when it was revealed the program enlisted the services of a madam to entice recruits with sex. Hear how they became the first team to ever have a championship vacated by the NCAA.

Despite growing up in a life of wealth and privilege, Jack Ambramoff's greed would propel him to become involved in various lobbying scams for everything from Native American casinos to cryptocurrency.

Dr Farid Fata was a well-respected cancer doctor that treated thousands in his seven Detroit area clinics. But sadly, many chemo treatments he prescribed were not needed as many of his victims did not even have cancer. Hear how this evil doctor falsely diagnosed cancer to line his own pockets.

Rick "Elvis" Parker was a flamboyant boxing promoter from Orlando, Florida. He had aspirations of becoming the next Don King. He promoted such fighters as former NFL star, Mark Gastineau. But when boxer Tim "Doc" Anderson crashed his hopes of a big payday, Parker swore revenge that would ultimately have deadly consequences.

Though it gets nowhere near the media attention, white-collar crime can be just as harmful to its victims. Hear how it impacts victims and how technology is changing it all the time.

If you watched an infomercial in the 1990s, chances are you saw Don Lapre. He captivated audiences on how he made $50,000 a week running "tiny classified ads" in newspapers. Sadly, what could have been an American success story would have a tragic end.

If you tuned in to late night tv in the 1990's and 2000s, chances are you saw one of his informerciqls. Despite serving two years in prison for credit card, he built an informercial empire before finally being convicted and rerurned to prison.

Michael Avenatti was a flashy, charismatic attorney that quickly rose to the national scene representing various celebrities and political causes. He even expressed presidential aspirations. But he crashed as quickly as he rose when he extorted and embezzled money from clients. Hear the fast rise and fall of the man dubbed, "the creepy porn lawyer."

In the 1990's, Enron seemed to have it all. They were perceived as a giant in the energy industry. But it would soon be discovered to all be a facade built on illegal and shady accounting practices among other illegal activities. Sadly, thousands lost their livelihood from this scam.

Joined by special guest Washington attorney Sandra Ferguson, a look at white-collar crime plaguing the legal industry. 

Eric "Mr Social Security" Conn was a flashy Eastern Kentucky attorney with a reputation as having astonishing success securing Social Security disability claims for his clients. But a scam between Mr Conn and an unethical judge would cost thousands their legitimate disability claims and ultimately their livelihood.

Martin Shkreli, or “Pharma Bro” was young, ambitious, and quickly rose to the top of the financial and pharmaceutical industries. But his greed and arrogance would be his downfall. Hear the story of the young man once said to have the “most punchable face in America.”

In 1978, a young, newly appointed judge in Southern Illinois named Brockton Lockwood would be sent to Cook County as part of a judicial rotation common at the time. He was stunned by the corruption he observed and eventually would go undercover and wear a wire to expose this corruption. Hear the amazing story of Operation Greylord. 

Opioid addiction has ravaged the United States and many parts of the world in recent decades. Just who is behind it? Who is profiting from pain?

Many students work hard throughout school to get into the university of their choice and build a better future. But sadly, many were denied this opportunity and passed over by children of wealthy elites that committed acts of bribery and fraud to get their children into these elite schools.

Puppy mills are everywhere and are rapidly breeding puppies for profit in horrible, inhumane conditions. Hear how you can spot the warning signs and what can be done to stop them.  

Many former NFL players have suffered neurological damage from the brutality of the sport. Changes have been made to protect them as these risks came more to light. But the question remains, when did the NFL truly know the risks these players faced?

Considered the biggest marine oil spill in U.S. history, the scandal cost lives and billions of dollars of damage. Were BP and big oil to blame?

Part two with guests Greg Yelencech and Attorney Sandra Ferguson. 

Just how powerful are state bar associations and are they accountable to anyone? Hear Attorney Sandra Ferguson describe her own difficulties dealing with these powerful organizations. 

As a star quarterback for Ohio State University, Art Schlichter was drafted by the Baltimore Colts and seemed to have the world at his feet. But that would all come crashing down as his severe gambling addiction would cost him his career, friends, family, and ultimately his freedom.

In March of 1989, the Exxon Valdez oil tanker crashed in the Prince William Sound in Alaska. At the time, it was the largest oil spill in history. Countless wildlife were harmed or killed. The economic impact to locals was devastating. What warning signs did Exxon fail to address? Would the criminal justice system seek justice for their crimes?

A review of what we discussed and learned about white-collar crime in 2021.

Not all white-collar crimes happen on Wall Street. Some happen in the sports and entertainments we enjoy. Hear some of the infamous crimes and scandals that happened within the NCAA. 

She built an empire in hotels and real estate. But her cruel and ruthless demeanor would earn her the infamous nickname, “The Queen of Mean.” She treated employees, contractors, and anyone with less money like garbage. Hear how her famous quote, “we don’t pay taxes. Only the little people pay taxes”, would lead to her downfall.

Missouri attorney J Douglas Cassity had been disbarred and served time in federal prison for tax fraud. But prison did not stop him from scamming. Following his release, he would later put together the largest funeral home in American history bilking customers out hundreds of millions of dollars.

Sadly, the elderly populations are often among those most targeted by white-collar criminals. Hear what to watch for and what types of scams are developing in the age of technology we live in.

Zeek Rewards promised big and fast returns on investments they claimed could be made from penny auctions. But as many would find out, if something sounds too good to be true, it probably is.

Owning a home is part of the American dream. But in 2007-2008, that dream became a nightmare for millions as “teaser” rate mortgages expired and higher rates kicked in leaving many unable to pay. Why were so few held accountable for this scandal?

Illinois has a dark history of corrupt governors. The crimes of George Ryan would sadly cost lives of six children in a a highway accident. It was revealed many unqualified truck drivers were receiving licensing for the right bribe. Hear another case of political corruption from the Land of Lincoln

Rita Crundwell was the well-liked and well-respected treasurer of Dixon, Illinois, for many years. But a checking account scam allowed her to enrich herself with the city’s money beyond imagination. The people of Dixon would suffer for her greed.

Dennis Kozlowski lived an extravagant and gluttonous life at the expense of his employees. Hear how his greed ultimately cost him his freedom.

His story was at first an American success story. The son of immigrants that rose from his working-class background to become the governor of one of the largest states in the country. However, his attempt to sell Barack Obama's vacant senate seat to the highest bidder would lead to his impeachment and ultimate imprisonment. 

You need water to survive. When we drink it, we trust it has been properly treated and is safe. But what happens if it isn’t? What if the very government you trust to provide safe water fails to do so? Unfortunately, the people of Flint, Michigan, would experience this tragedy.

John Hart Crenshaw made a fortune off his salt mines and was one of the richest men in Illinois. But he made his fortune through illegal slave labor and trafficking. Hear how he built an empire running an illegal reverse Underground Railroad of sorts.

You’ve heard of the term Ponzi Scheme and it’s been in the news for years with cases like Bernie Madoff. But do you know the story behind the name? Hear the story of Charles Ponzi- The Man Behind the Scheme.

In 2005, New Orleans was hit with the devastating Hurricane Katrina. The chaos and damage that followed would plague New Orleans for years. The actions of their corrupt mayor would plague them as well. Hear how Mayor Ray Nagin used his position to enrich himself and his cronies.

Purdue Pharma has profited greatly from the current opioid crisis. They have been a driving force behind it. Hear how a recent court settlement will now shield them from any future liability.

A look at the draconian gun-control measures being pushed by Democrats. They threaten the constitutional liberties of us all. Also a discussion on Illinois HB 3961 which will require all new police officers to have at least a Bachelor's degree with a major or minor in social work. Finally, information on how many agencies deceptively use the term "humane society." A presentation of Paisley, our current foster puppy needing adoption. This episode is dedicated to our beloved beagle, Twinkie. She sadly passed away on Monday, March 23, 2021.

Sometimes white-collar crimes cause more harm than financial loss. Sometimes the actions of white-collar criminals cause bodily harm and even death to their victims. Is the criminal justice system doing enough to prosecute these crimes?

Medical fraud is one of the most common and serious forms of white-collar crime. It can have a devastating and even deadly impact on victims. Find out what types are occurring and what can be done to prevent it. 

Big tech, the news media, and the government are working together to restrict civil liberties and censor any kind of dissent against their narrative. Speak out now or lose your freedoms forever! 

What defines a white-collar crime or white-collar criminal. This episode takes a look at historical definitions as well as modern approaches. Also a look into how technology and cybercrime will greatly enhance opportunities for white-collar criminals.

After a 1980 car bombing in St Louis, Missouri, police and media like were stunned to find the involvement of Dr Glennon Englemann, a longtime St Louis dentist. They would find he had been involved in killings going all the way back to the 1950’s. All with financial gain as the motivation. A look at a rare serial killer / white collar criminal combination.

Libby, Montana was a scenic mining town in Northwestern Montana. However it would never be the same after the town’s largest employer, WR Grace and Company knowingly exposed their residents to asbestos. Records showed the mining company’s officials knew the harm they were exposing but covered it up in the name of profit. Their greed would cost this little town at least 200 deaths.

A conversation with Becky Grimes, the administrator of the Crime Watch Marion, Illinois Facebook page. We discuss the importance of this page in informing and educating the community on crime and court proceedings in the community. We also take a look at the impact social media may have in pending cases and the difficulty of maintaining a fair trial in the age of instant information and the ease at which misleading information can spread.

Peanut Corporation of America CEO Stewart Parnell knowingly sent out salmonella-tainted peanut products resulting in nine deaths and hundreds of illnesses. Records would later show it was all in pursuit of fast, easy profit.

In the 1970's Ford designed the Pinto to compete with the many foreign compact models that were flooding the market. They rushed production and produced the Pinto. It was flawed from the start. The gas tank was placed too close to the rear-bumper which resulted in the car frequently bursting into flames when rear-ended. This negligence would result in hundreds being injured and even some deaths. Public outrage ensued when it was revealed Ford could have fixed this defect for about $11 per vehicle. In Elkhart, Indiana, three teenage girls were killed in 1977 when their Ford Pinto was rear-ended and burst into flames. The three girls tragically burned to death. This resulted in Ford becoming the first corporation in American history to be charged with murder.

A self defense discussion with martial arts instructor, Mark Muir. Greg and I discuss practical martial arts training. You may not always have a weapon available when you need one. It is always good to know basic self-defense!

Known as the 'Wolf of Wall Street', Jordan Belfort was a white-collar criminal that conned investors out of millions. One investigator described him as a "financial serial killer." It is estimated he defrauded investors out of at least $200 million. Despite being ordered by the court to pay restitution to his victims, his victims have received very little compensation. Now in Australia, will the wolf prey on new victims?

For years, Bernie Madoff pulled off the biggest Ponzi Scheme in American history. The lives he ruined and the financial hardships he caused are immeasurable. Why do we not take white-collar criminals as seriously as common street criminals?

On the evening of November 18, 1987, the bodies of Russell and Elaine Dardeen and their son were found brutally murdered in their home in rural Ina, Illinois. Mrs. Dardeen was pregnant at the time and the brutal beating she endured forced her to go into labor. The newborn infant was killed in the same brutal fashion as the mother. To this day, this case remains unsolved and no official suspect has been named. The family deserves closure and justice. 

Dennis Rader, the BTK Killer, is one of the most depraved serial killers in American history. Only in own arrogance and ignorance of technology would bring him down. 

A discussion of missing persons and unsolved cases. Sometimes the tough questions need to be asked. A look at victimology and avoiding being the victim of a violent crime. A compare and contrast of serial killers Albert Fish and Edmund Kemper. And of course, supporting your local dog shelter!

A continued discussion of missing persons and unsolved cases. A look at victimology and avoiding being a victim of violent crime. A compare and contrast of serial killers Albert Fish and Edmund Kemper. And of course supporting your local pet shelter!