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Coining It with Lewis Goodall | Ep 6 - Unmissables: Explosive Lies

Nov 8, 2025
Detective Sergeant David Wainwright discusses his firsthand experiences investigating the Bitcoin glitch case. Financial adviser Stephen Boyes shares the legal consequences he faces after being convicted. Kimmy Caton, a friend of James Parker, recounts personal memories and the human toll of the scandal. The conversation navigates topics like criminal intent, moral ambiguity, and the long-term effects on relationships. As the story unfolds, questions about human greed versus a mere glitch are examined, revealing a complex web of consequences.
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ANECDOTE

Last Meal In A Frail Home

  • Amy and Kimmy visited James when he was frail and shared a simple meal of bread rolls and roast chicken.
  • They recall him as thin, scared, and desperate to talk but unable to accept help.
ANECDOTE

Lonely Decline After Lockdown

  • Amy describes finding James with no food, living off custard and watching films on a tiny projector after lockdown.
  • She organised supplies but returned to find he'd died alone the day after she left.
INSIGHT

Death Ended A Key Prosecution

  • Detective Wainwright thinks Parker would have faced a long sentence and that his illness robbed investigators of a trial.
  • Parker's death prevented a court verdict on his role, leaving unanswered questions.
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