Matthew Cox | Inside True Crime Podcast Mastermind Smuggler Beats The Feds | Eric Girault
Aug 26, 2025
Eric Girault, a former drug smuggler turned podcaster and entrepreneur, shares his incredible journey from a strict upbringing as a Jehovah's Witness to running a drug empire. He reveals the gritty details of drug trafficking operations, from recruitment tactics to the logistics of transporting drugs using innovative methods. Eric confronts themes of anger and betrayal, reflecting on his time in prison and the emotional toll of his choices. Now, he seeks to inspire at-risk youth, showcasing how one can transform adversity into a story of redemption.
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Teenage Cover For Drug Runs
- Eric Girault used Jehovah's Witness cover as a teenager to carry drug packages in a briefcase and avoid suspicion.
- That early trick let him operate as a young distributor and recruit peers while avoiding police stops.
College Hustle Scaled To Wholesale
- At Emory University Eric scaled from QPs to pounds by supplying wealthy classmates and frat brothers.
- Exposure to richer peers opened a market he aggressively serviced, trading product for easy profit.
Building A Citywide Distribution Network
- Eric built a multi-house distribution network in Atlanta, selling high-end California-grown