Jake Morecambe

Jake Morecambe, a producer and expert on the Christopher Skase saga, dives deep into the drama surrounding Lawrence van der Plaat, Skase's right-hand man. Jake reveals how Lawrence's disillusionment grew amid mismanagement at Halcyon and intimidation tactics as he tried to leave Skase's orbit. They discuss the critical evidence Lawrence brought to regulators and his harrowing demands for cooperation. The podcast explores Skase’s elaborate attempts to evade extradition, including health claims and courtroom theatrics, painting a vivid picture of this high-stakes chase.