Frank Bourassa
A former counterfeiter who now runs a security company and works with law enforcement to catch other counterfeiters. He is known for creating $250 million in fake US currency.
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Apr 1, 2021 • 58min
489: Frank Bourassa | The World’s Greatest Counterfeiter Part Two
Join former counterfeiter Frank Bourassa, who funneled $250 million into the U.S. economy with his masterfully crafted fake $20 bills. He shares the art and science of counterfeiting, from researching currency to the bartering of trust within criminal circles. Frank reflects on his motivations, the surprising startup costs of his operation, and what it takes to manage a crew while evading law enforcement. Now defunct, he uses his skills to catch others in the act, shedding light on the world of crime with humor and insight.
Mar 30, 2021 • 1h 4min
488: Frank Bourassa | The World’s Greatest Counterfeiter Part One
Frank Bourassa, a former counterfeiter who created an astounding $250 million in fake currency, shares his captivating journey from crime to redemption. He elaborates on the meticulous research and planning behind crafting counterfeit $20 bills that feel authentic to experts. Discover the challenges of trust and betrayal in the criminal world, and learn about the labor-intensive production process that goes into such operations. Frank also reflects on the motivations that led him down this path and the lessons he now imparts while working with law enforcement.
