Swindled

This podcast episode discusses the negligence and systemic failures of Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E), a utility company's utility company's neglected equipment ignites the deadliest wildfire in California history, the tragic story of Joe Rugoma and the Ponzi scheme of Tom Girardi, and the aftermath of the fire, including devastation and contamination.

The manufacturer of a persistent pesticide endangers the people and environment of Hopewell, Virginia. Prelude: Two islands in the French West Indies are contaminated with chlordecone.–––-–----------------------------------------BECOME A VALUEDLISTENER™SpotifyApple PodcastsPatreon–––-–----------------------------------------DONATE: SwindledPodcast.com/SupportCONSUME: SwindledPodcast.com/ShopWATCH: SwindledVideo.com–––-–----------------------------------------MUSIC: Deformr–––-–----------------------------------------FOLLOW: SwindledPodcast.com Instagram Twitter.com TikTok Facebook Thanks for listening. :-) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Renowned sinus surgeon, Mark Weinberger, disappears after malpractice allegations. Topics include unethical practices, extravagant lifestyle, mysterious disappearance, and his eventual downfall. Wife's search for him, financial devastation, legal battles, and eventual conviction. Discussion on the impact of fraud on victims and supporting independent podcasts.

Dive into the tumultuous life of Vicki Morgan, whose 12-year affair with department store heir Alfred Bloomingdale spirals into a tale of dependency and desperation. Uncover the shocking details surrounding her violent murder, linked to conspiracy and political scandal. As media frenzy erupts, explore the darker aspects of her legacy and the complex web of relationships that defined her life. This gripping narrative weaves together love, betrayal, and financial ruin, leaving you questioning the true cost of passion.

Guests include Jose Melena, Alan Catterall, Ian Erickson, and David Mayes. Topics include industrial oven accidents resulting in tragic deaths at a canned tuna factory and a plastic kayak company, negligence and lack of safety measures, court case outcomes, the history and tragic incident at Bumblebee Foods, and legal consequences including safety violations and bankruptcy.

Melissa Caddick, a Sydney-based financial advisor, disappears after a raid on her house. The podcast explores the lack of trust in the justice system and financial advisors, the investigation into Melissa's disappearance, her Ponzi scheme and financial fraud, and the ongoing recovery efforts of her victims.

A college admissions bribery conspiracy involving Rick Singer is exposed. The podcast discusses the fraudulent activities of Michael T. Gastauer, the deceptive promises of Rick Singer, and wealthy individuals cheating college admissions. It also covers the arrests and aftermath of Operation Varsity Blues, the largest college admissions scam ever prosecuted. Changes implemented by universities to rebuild trust in the admissions system are highlighted.

More than one hundred people are killed when two overhead walkways collapse in the lobby of a Kansas City hotel. Prelude: The failure of a much-needed pedestrian bridge at Florida International University.–––-–----------------------------------------BECOME A VALUEDLISTENER™SpotifyApple PodcastsPatreon–––-–----------------------------------------DONATE: SwindledPodcast.com/SupportCONSUME: SwindledPodcast.com/ShopWATCH: SwindledVideo.com–––-–----------------------------------------MUSIC: Deformr–––-–----------------------------------------FOLLOW: SwindledPodcast.com Instagram Twitter.com TikTok Facebook Thanks for listening. :-) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A nationally-known attorney specializing in lottery winnings rips off those who entrusted him. Prelude: Winning the lottery ruins Billie Bob Harrell Jr.'s life.–––-–----------------------------------------BECOME A VALUEDLISTENER™SpotifyApple PodcastsPatreon–––-–----------------------------------------DONATE: SwindledPodcast.com/SupportCONSUME: SwindledPodcast.com/ShopWATCH: SwindledVideo.com–––-–----------------------------------------MUSIC: Deformr–––-–----------------------------------------FOLLOW: SwindledPodcast.com Instagram Twitter.com TikTok Facebook Thanks for listening. :-) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A popular Austin, Texas, jeweler is murdered in his home on the same day a serial bomber begins terrorizing the city. Prelude: Erik Charles Maund reacts to an extortion attempt.–––-–----------------------------------------BECOME A VALUEDLISTENER™SpotifyApple PodcastsPatreon–––-–----------------------------------------DONATE: SwindledPodcast.com/SupportCONSUME: SwindledPodcast.com/ShopWATCH: SwindledVideo.com–––-–----------------------------------------MUSIC: Deformr–––-–----------------------------------------FOLLOW: SwindledPodcast.com Instagram Twitter.com TikTok Facebook Thanks for listening. :-) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices