

The Six Billion Dollar Gold Scam: 6. The end of the bonanza
Mar 31, 2025
Brian Coates, former Vice President of Bre-X, sheds light on the company's chaotic response to the scandal, revealing a web of lies and deception. Andrew Neal, a geologist from Freeport, discusses the shocking discovery of gold sample tampering, which triggered a financial catastrophe. As investors face devastating losses, they explore the grave implications for pension funds and the ethical dilemmas within the mining industry. The conversation reveals the dark side of ambition and the critical need for trust in corporate practices.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Intro
00:00 • 2min
Shadows of Deception
01:59 • 7min
Jungle Secrets and Corporate Scandals
09:16 • 9min
Unveiling Nature's Truths
18:26 • 4min
Deception and Desperation at Buzang
22:05 • 13min
The Briex Gold Scam: A Fall from Grace
35:14 • 5min
The Climax of Deception: Unraveling the Gold Scam
40:03 • 2min