Capitalism.com with Ryan Daniel Moran i lost $1.5m with Tai Lopez... $112m ponzi scheme accusation explained.
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Oct 31, 2025 The host shares a shocking tale of losing $1.5 million while investing with Tai Lopez, now under SEC investigation. He explores the early allure of high returns and the red flags that emerged, including troubling operational issues and communication breakdowns. The emotional toll of the loss is laid bare, revealing panic attacks and lifestyle changes. As the SEC investigates allegations of misappropriation and Ponzi-like payments, he emphasizes the importance of due diligence and learning from the experience. Ultimately, this cautionary narrative combines personal growth with critical investment lessons.
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Dressbarn Investment That Felt Like A Win
- Ryan Daniel Moran invested $500,000 in Dressbarn after meeting Tai Lopez and seeing fast operational turnarounds.
- He received 20% interest and timely payments during the first year which reinforced trust.
Holding-Company Risk Vs. Single-Deal Focus
- Diversification at the holding-company level created exposure Ryan did not want, like tech plays and social apps.
- He intentionally avoided investing in the holding company because those projects were high-risk and outside his expertise.
Bodybuilding.com Investment And Missing Leadership
- Ryan invested another $500,000 into Bodybuilding.com because of personal familiarity with the supplement space.
- He got interest payments but never met a clear CEO, which in hindsight was a red flag.