PRETEND exposes the masterminds behind some of the most notorious scams and cons. From cult leaders to con artists and undercover FBI agents, this podcast pulls back the curtain on those who've pretended to be someone they're not.
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CNBC's longest-running primetime original series, "American Greed" takes you inside the amazing real-life stories of how some people will do anything for money. The award-winning series is narrated by legendary actor Stacy Keach.
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Become a Paid Subscriber: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ryan-christopher-horn/subscribe A discussion of crime from white-collar crime to serial killers and everything in between! Check out our website at http://truecrimepodcaster.com
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Welcome to Taxing Matters, brought to you by RPC. In this series we review land-mark cases and key tax developments and discuss the commercial impact they could have on your business. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Fraudish is a podcast to help those working in fraud. Hosted by Kelly Paxton, Certified Fraud Examiner, Private Investigator, and Pink Collar Crime Expert. Kelly is a former special agent turned investigator specializing in embezzlement and workplace dishonesty cases. Fraudish interviews outstanding fraud professionals so you can continue to move forward in your career. Origin stories, tips, resources are just some of the amazing fraud content you will hear each Tuesday.
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Have you ever wondered where exactly your donation goes? Because sometimes beneath the philanthropists halo, dark currents flow. Uncharitable is the brand new, alternative, true crime podcast focusing on the darker side of charitable organisations and the impact of their misconduct on society. Host Odeya's personal connection to these stories adds an intriguing layer of authenticity and perspective, while the exploration of embezzlement, corruption, and financial misconduct within these orga ...
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A weekly series about con artists who kill, money and murder hosted by Catherine Townsend.
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A podcast about greed and corruption.
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Our podcast series is hosted by Jeff Jacobovitz, AGG trial attorney and chair of the Antitrust group. Jeff is joined by some of the foremost legal analysts in the country to discuss the legal facts surrounding recent cases, trends, and hot topics related to antitrust and white-collar crime.
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We all make mistakes, experience failure and fall down in life. But if you decide to get back up and use it as a fuel to your fire, you can choose to not let it define you. Join Ian Bick as he interviews former prison inmates, law enforcement officers, lawyers & those who have been affected by the criminal justice system. Listen to how these individuals dealt with real danger, depression, self-worth, and what they did to overcome it. These are the stories that will not only give you hope, bu ...
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A journey into the dark heart of corporate Australia. Join corporate governance expert Dr Andrew Schmulow and award winning investigative journalist Anthony Klan as they lay bare the systemic cronyism and corruption that is modern professional Australia.
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Angels & Politics is a startup looking to create create a virtual ecosystem for creatives and artists, intellectual, and visionaries alike to join. Thoughtful discourse, radical honesty, and open-mindedness along with a sense of humor is needed to be apart of the Political family. #angelsandpolitics #whitecollargoon #political #angels #vignette #vignettes #invest #goon #collargoon #whitecollar #create #mind #body #soul #cultivate #content #yoga #energy #chakras #purpose God bless, Good luck, ...
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Success After Prison highlights experiences and lessons Michael Santos learned while conquering 26 years of imprisonment. He shares strategies that he learned from leaders like Socrates, Nelson Mandela, Mahatma Gandhi, Viktor Frankl, and Martin Luther King. Those leaders taught concepts to overcome struggle and adversity. Michael shows how living in accordance with those strategies opened opportunities for him in prison and prepared him for success upon reentry. He emerged from prison succes ...
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The Ethical Problem at Boeing with Dr. Steven Mintz
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"It takes a village to be ethical." This week on Fraudish, Kelly has on Dr. Steven Mintz for a second time to dig in deeper on the pressing issues happening at Boeing and beyond. If you have plans to be on a plane, this is a must listen. Show notes: Boeing putting profits ahead of safety https://www.amiflyingonaboeing.com/ Ethics Sage Dr. Steven Mi…
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1705: Hockey Dad Poses as Delta Force Agent to Scam Parents part 2
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The strange and intricate hoax crafted by Saint Jovite "Kota" Youngblood, a hockey dad who posed as a Delta Force agent, unravels in court. An FBI agent peels back each layer of Youngblood's elaborate scheme that duped dozens of families. Get early and ad-free episodes: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pretendradio PRETEND+ on Apple Podcast: https:…
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Piper Roundtree- A Tale of Love, Revenge, and Murder
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Piper Roundtree was a wife, mother, and lawyer. She seemed to have it all. What would drive someone in her situation to commit murder? A murder case with an unusual motive.
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Lurking in the Fog Crossover with Alex Solorzano aka Chief Owl
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A crossover episode with Alex Solorzano, host of Lurking in the Fog, a podcast about crime! I love her description of the podcast: The podcast in which we dive deep into the crimes and evils that inhabits the world we live in. Our goal is to showcase how crime affects businesses day-to-day operations. From something as simple as accidentally settin…
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1704: Hockey Dad Poses as Delta Force Agent to Scam Parents part 1
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Saint Jovite Youngblood posed as a Delta Force agent to swindle the families of his son’s hockey team. Today's episode revolves around two victims: Eric Perardi, an Austin-based real estate developer, and Rebecca Kumar, a hockey mom, whose lives were turned upside down by Youngblood’s elaborate scams. Their experiences may sound like something out …
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Twin brothers make millions from the illicit sale of oxycodone and other drugs out of their South Florida pain clinics. (Original air date: 6/30/2016)By CNBC
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BREAKING NEWS - Kaitlyn Braun is Arrested Again for Duping Doulas in Phony Pregnancy Scam 25-year-old Kaitlyn Braun, who is currently under house arrest for prior offenses involving fraud and harassment against doulas, faces new charges as of Tuesday. This week's charges come after new allegations of once again exploiting the trust of unsuspecting …
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Can Hacking be Ethical? with Mishaal Khan aka The Ethical Hacker
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This week on Fraudish Kelly speaks with the Ethical Hacker himself, Mishaal Khan, who provides much needed and actionable information about all things privacy and protection. Freeze your credit, use a password manager and use multi-factor authentication straight away. Crime as a service is a real thing. This is a must listen episode! Links: https:/…
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Melanie McGuire was a married nurse that seemed to have a happy and stable middle-class life. But when her husband was found brutally murdered, she quickly became the prime suspect in his horrific death. Would police find the evidence needed to convict her. Hear how this story was famously dubbed "The Suitcase Murder" by the news media.…
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Changes to non-domiciliary rules with Philip Simpson KC and Ben Symons
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In this episode, Alexis Armitage, RPC's Taxing Matters host and Senior Associate in our Tax Disputes team, is joined by Philip Simpson KC and Ben Symons from Old Square Tax Chambers to discuss the Government's Spring Budget and, in particular, the proposed changes that will affect non-UK domiciled individuals. This episode covers the major changes …
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ABOUT MURDER HOMES PODCAST The real estate market has never been hotter. Houses sell as soon as they’re listed. Bidding wars lead to all cash deals far above the asking price. But there is one kind of property that often sits on the market for years, no matter how much of a bargain it seems to be. Potential buyers come and go, the price keeps going…
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Host Odeya resurfaces the pollutant decay that was once balloonfest ‘86, a fundraising event turned environmental disaster when 1.5 million balloons released by Charity United Way, caused an aftermath of ecological impact. The delivery shares the event's indirect involvement with two missing fishermen, its unwanted arrival in Canada and the damage …
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Are women better cyber criminals? with Amber Schroader aka Wonder Woman
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In the movies it seems like all of the cyber experts and criminals are stereotypical, nerdy men behind laptops. But is that really the case? This week on Fraudish Kelly speaks to Amber Schroader aka Wonder Woman. Amber shares all about justice, adaptability, patterns and so much more. Where is the grey? It is the intent. This is another amazing epi…
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In the second installment of "The Doula" series, we uncover new dimensions of Kaitlyn Braun’s elaborate pregnancy scams. This episode features a new doula speaking out about her experiences, the story of how Kaitlyn was finally caught, and a revealing interview with a former friend whom Kaitlyn also deceived. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
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HIs Philadelphia neighbors described him as nice and quiet. Nobody expected the horrors police would find in his apartment in the summer of 1987.
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A luxury car salesman faces accusations of pocketing car loans and selling cars he doesn't own. (Original air date: 6/30/2016)By CNBC
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Warning: This episode contains graphic discussions of pregnancy loss, sexual violence, and emotional abuse. Listener discretion is advised. In this episode of "Pretend," listen to the chilling tale of Kaitlyn Braun, a woman who orchestrated an elaborate pregnancy hoax, affecting nearly 60 doulas across Ontario. Seanna Hayes, a doula from London, On…
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Did you know that you could untangle spaghetti for a living? Ok, well not exactly. But Lorraine Aho is the Chief Spaghetti Untangler of the Fraud world where she untangles the spaghetti of theft and embezzlement. Lorraine Aho is an Expert Witness, CPA and Certified Fraud Examiner with over 20 years experience as a fraud investigator and forensic ac…
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Bob Ross was a talented painter beloved by millions from his popular tv show. But even someone as well loved and admired as he was can become victimized by internet rumors. Hear the crazy allegations and the harm cases like this can cause.
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#WhistleblowersAreHeroes with Sarah Carver and Jennifer Griffith, The Whistleblower Duet
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Whistleblowers are incredibly important for our society and more specifically for fraud professionals so this episode of Fraudish is all about whistleblowing with two experts on the subject. In this episode of Fraudish, Kelly speaks to Sarah Carver and Jennifer Griffith, The Whistleblower Duet of the largest Social Security disability scheme. Have …
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This episode offers an unprecedented look into the life of the 'Timepiece Gentleman' Ponzi schemer, Anthony Farrar, whose love for luxury watches spiraled into a deceitful web of lies, culminating in a rare and candid confession. If you want to hear more wild Ponzi stories, subscribe to The Ponzi Playbook hosted by me, Javier Leiva, and my buddy Ne…
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Those that kill purely for the thrill are among the most dangerous criminals in society. Alyssa Bustamante tragically took an innocent life purely for the thrill. Now, the issue of her release on parole has become a big focus in this case.
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Doug Cassity sells fake prearranged funeral contracts, amounting to $500 million, with the help of sexy saleswomen. (Original air date: 6/23/2016)By CNBC
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Are French Embezzlers More Sophisticated? with The French Detective Emmanuelle Welch
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What do you think of when you hear the word fraud? Correct answer: Fun! Just kidding! But our guest this week on Fraudish isn't cause she makes fraud fun! Kelly speaks with the French Detective aka Emmanuelle Welch on all things fraud! In this episode they cover FOIA, characteristics of french embezzlers (think palm trees and fast cars), OSINT, AI …
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In today's episode, we revisit the captivating story of Seafarer Exploration and its quest to unearth a 300-year-old treasure buried beneath the ocean waves off Florida's coast. Join us as we delve into the tale of Kyle Kennedy, CEO of Seafarer Exploration, and his fateful encounter with Dr. Michael Torres, a man whose promises and credentials were…
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On a May night in 2008, college student Brandon Swanson drove his car off into a ditch around 2 A.M. He called his parents for help but while on the line with them, he seemingly vanished and has not been seen or heard from since. Hear how this strange event led to legislative changes thanks to the efforts of his family.…
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Sam Bankman Freid has been sentenced to 25 years in prison and ordered to pay a $11 billion in restitution.
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A “conservation project” is exposed as nothing more than a front, for an illegal wildlife trafficking operation. Host Odeya delivers the harrowing story of the tiger temple scandal, which exposed the exploitation and wildlife trafficking of dozens of tigers in Thailand. The narrative follows the timeline of events that led to the temple’s downfall …
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Jeffrey Locker was a motivational speaker who seemed to have it all. But as we have seen, things are not always as they seem. Hear his case which has one of the strangest twists we've had on this podcast!
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How to find people who don’t want to be found
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I recently spoke at the Triangle Content Creators Meetup in Raleigh, NC, about using OSINT techniques to locate and research your next guest. OSINT stands for Open Source Intelligence. As a journalist, I've teamed up with brilliant hackers like Mishaal Khan and Michael Bazzell to uncover new information about my subjects. In this talk, I explain ho…
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Law enforcement apprehends criminals featured on the show with the help of vigilant viewers. (Original air date: 6/9/2016)By CNBC
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Analyzing the Latest Updates in the Litigation Against Trump
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In this episode, Jeff Jacobovitz, AGG trial attorney, adjunct law professor at AUWCL (Criminal Antitrust), and chair of the firm’s Antitrust group, covers several issues related to the ongoing litigation against former President Donald Trump with Michael Zeldin, frequent TV legal analyst, former DOJ federal prosecutor, and host of the podcast That …
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Speed Dating Your Favorite Fraud Experts with Jim Vogt, CFE and Founder of Fraud Protection Institute
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This week on Fraudish Kelly speaks to Jim Vogt about Fraud and Pop Culture and guess what? He teaches a class with an assignment of "At the Movies?" Make sure to check out the Fraud Leadership Summit to dive deep into the realm of fraud prevention with 12 of the industry's most respected experts. Happening Thursday, March 28th! Book here: Fraud Lea…
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Previously on Pretend, we dived deep into the murky waters of academic fraud. Celebrity behavioral scientist Dan Ariely of Duke University, alongside Francesca Gino from Harvard and other distinguished behavioral scientists, embarked on a series of experiments with a noble aim: to enhance honesty among individuals. Their investigation centered on w…
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Sometimes corporate greed can be dangerous and even deadly. And it happens sometimes with something as enjoyable as ice cream. Listen to the story of a scandal that threatened to derail a popular ice cream company.
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Everything we believe about what drives us to be honest might be a lie. A scandal rocks the behavioral science world, casting shadows over renowned researcher Dan Ariely and the integrity of academic research on honesty. We all tell lies—it's a human thing. But can we modify behaviors to coax people into doing the right thing? Let's delve into what…
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Finding Your Way in the Big World of Fraud with Sophia Carlton, CFE
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Sophia Carlton, CFE returns to Fraudish! Sophia was one of the OGs in Great Women in Fraud appearing in episode 3. Are you just getting into the professional area of fraud? Or are you a bit lost in where to go? This is the episode for you! Kelly and Sophia talk all about finding your path and the ways you can find your niche in the fraud space. Sop…
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The fishing business is not one you would expect to find a lot of white-collar crime cases. That is where the case of Carlos Rafael comes in. It's a case of fraud, deceit, extortion, and other mafia-like tactics that brought down his once flourishing business.
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A mother and son score millions in the Bay Medical Clinic scam. (Original air date: 5/26/2016)By CNBC
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International Women's Day special – Inspiring inclusion with Tax Titan Trio
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To celebrate International Women's Day 2024, we have produced a special episode of RPC's Taxing Matters podcast in which we discuss this year's campaign theme #InspireInclusion and what it means to each of our guest speakers. RPC's Taxing Matters host and Senior Associate in RPC's Tax Disputes team, Alexis Armitage is joined by three inspirational …
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I discovered a little-known realm of con artists within the legal system. I found story after story of people impersonating attorneys, prosecutors, and even judges. One woman hacked into the court system and dropped the charges against her. Get early and ad-free episodes: PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/pretendradio PRETEND+ on Apple Podcast: http…
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How to be a Human Lie Detector with Nejolla Korris
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Have you ever been under a lie detector? Well if you've met this week's guest, then you have been under a Human Lie Detector! This week on Fraudish Kelly speaks with her friend Nejolla Korris who is an international expert in the field of Linguistic Lie Detection and Cybersecurity - Social Engineering and Social Media Risk. In the episode we get in…
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AI is becoming part of our lives more every day. But just like any new technology, it can be used for crime. Hear how scammers are using A1 and inventing new forms of white-collar crime.
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HACKED: Internet Hitmen Aren't Really A Thing
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Cybercrime writer Eileen Ormsby delves into the chilling world of the BESA Mafia, a purported online hitman service. What unfolds is a story of modern folklore, a sophisticated scam targeting those with the darkest intentions, and a relentless pursuit of exposing the world of online assassinations-for-hire in the digital age. Today's episode was a …
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How to be Nobody's Fool with Daniel Simons and Christopher Chabris
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Have you every felt like a big fool after you got taken advantage of? Haven't we all! But don't worry because there are reasons for why we are all fooled and what we can do to prevent it. This week on Fraudish Kelly speaks with Dan Simons and Chris Chabris who are experts in why and how people are fooled and how to prevent it. Chris and Dan have wr…
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Learn the latest trends and data concerning white-collar crime in 2024.
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Four people become paralyzed after receiving knockoff Botox Cosmetic injections to treat wrinkles. The poisonous potion is sold as a cheaper alternative to pump up profits. (Original air date: 4/28/2016)By CNBC
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Dr Andy Schmulow and Anthony Klan discuss the most explosive Senate hearings yet into disgraced consultancy PwC. As Dr Schmulow puts it: "You couldn't make this shit up". Plus, come behind-the-scenes as we discuss our latest PwC scoop...By Andrew Schmulow and Anthony Klan
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3. The Kennel Inferno | Manchester Dogs Home Fire
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"A nation comes together to help a charity rise from the ashes after an arson attack". Host Odeya recounts the tragic events of September 11th, 2014, when a devastating fire engulfed the animal welfare charity, Manchester Dogs Home. The narrative follows the heroic rescue efforts of individuals like Jason Dyer, Dean Rostock, Danny Veer, and Colin B…
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2. The Holy Rollers | Sisters Margaret Kreuper and Lana Chang
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“Two nuns are caught embezzling school funds and charitable donations to support their secretive gambling habits”. In this episode, Odeya presents the story of sisters Mary Margaret kreuper and sister lana chang, two “beloved” nuns turned embezzlers who are soon exposed for misappropriating funds from St, James Catholic School in Torrance, to fund …
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