Swindled 135. The Panama Papers (Mossack Fonseca)
40 snips
Dec 24, 2025 Dive into the dark world of offshore finance as leaked documents unveil a web of wealth hidden by the powerful. The tragic assassination of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia sets the stage for a riveting investigation into corruption. Discover how anonymous tips to journalists sparked a global rush to expose leaders and celebrities linked to dubious dealings. Witness the fallout in Iceland as protests erupt and resignations follow. Explore the lasting legacy of these revelations, which continue to shake the foundations of the elite.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Fatal Blast After A Blog Post
- Daphne Caruana Galizia published a damning blog post and minutes later her car exploded, killing her instantly.
- Matthew Caruana Galizia witnessed the blast and found his mother's body amid a scene of fire and body parts.
Massive Leak Reveals Offshore Machinery
- The Panama Papers comprised 2.6 terabytes and 11.5 million documents revealing 200,000+ offshore companies.
- The leak offered a rare, documented look at a parallel financial system built for secrecy and anonymity.
Whistleblower Contacts German Journalists
- John Doe anonymously approached Bastian Obermayer with sample documents and strict security conditions.
- He later provided the complete internal records of Mossack Fonseca, initiating a global investigation.