The Jordan Harbinger Show 570: Marc Fennell | Cracking California's Nut Jobs
Oct 7, 2021
Join Marc Fennell, an acclaimed journalist and author behind the Audible Original 'Nut Jobs,' as he uncovers the bizarre world of nut theft in California. Discover who’s behind the $10 million almond heist and why these farmers are vulnerable to such criminal antics. Fennell discusses the complexities of organized crime in the food industry, from high-value targets to the socio-economic impact on communities. With a mix of humor and chilling realities, he reveals the hidden underbelly of food theft and what it takes to stop this epidemic.
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Nut Heists in California
- Millions of dollars worth of nuts were stolen from California's Central Valley.
- A "nut squad" was formed to investigate these heists.
Why Food Is an Ideal Theft Target
- Food is an ideal target for theft due to the lack of serial numbers before packaging.
- Evidence is consumed, making it difficult to trace.
How the Nut Heists Happened
- Criminals hacked trucking systems, exploiting independent drivers through load boards.
- They redirected trucks with stolen nuts to different locations.
