Episode 289: The Arabella Machine Rolls On

Oct 6, 2023

The Arabella Advisors-managed network of liberal dark money groups is facing scrutiny, including a subpoena from the D.C. Attorney General and allegations of ties to a disgraced cryptocurrency trader's father. The podcast discusses Arabella's role in running payroll activities for left-wing nonprofits, its significant fundraising, and its intermediation between different organizations. It also explores the skepticism surrounding Arabella's alleged philanthropy and its connections to partisan actors. The discussion includes revelations about Sam Bankman Freed's dad and a lawsuit involving FTX. The podcast dives into the investigations and allegations against Arabella, including civil litigation and bankruptcy litigation. The conversation highlights concerns about hidden motives, the left's use of dark money, and efforts to reform the nonprofit sector.

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Introduction

00:00 • 2min

Arabella: A Billion-Dollar Political Operation

02:19 • 19min

Conservative Media Watchdogs and the Influence of Arabella Vice

20:49 • 2min

Revelations about Sam Bankman Freed's dad and FTX lawsuit

22:23 • 2min

Allegations, Investigation, and Subpoenas: A Deep Dive into Arabella and the New Venture Fund

24:14 • 2min

Age of Documents, Dark Money, and Nonprofit Reform

25:57 • 4min