American Scandal
Jim and Tammy Faye Bakker | Hush Money | 2
Jun 18, 2024
Former PTL staff member Jim Bakker faces accusations of financial misconduct and attempts to silence whistleblowers. Reporter Charles Shepard investigates allegations of sexual assault involving Jim and Tammy Faye Bakker, leading to negotiations for a settlement. Financial troubles and legal consequences loom over Jim Bakker as scandals unfold at PTL, culminating in his resignation amidst controversy.
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- Bakker's attempts to silence whistleblowers show his desperation to conceal misconduct.
- Underlying deceit and manipulative tactics lead to Jim Bakker's dramatic downfall.
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Investigating Jim Baker's Prosperity Gospel Empire
In February 1983, a young reporter, Terry Mattingly, intrigued by the investigations into preacher Jim Baker, uncovers how Baker's prosperity gospel preaches wealth as a sign of faith. Despite allegations of funds misappropriation, Baker evades repercussions, showcasing his opulent lifestyle and influence over his followers.
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