Charles Ponzi: The Scheme King

Charles Ponzi: The Scheme King

Today we are exploring the life of the most infamous schemer of all time. A five foot two man, who had gold-handled canes and custom limousines; acquired these luxurious by the power and deception of schemes. You have heard of the expression “Ponzi scheme,” well today we are diving deep into the life and schemes of Charles Ponzi. Join us to hear about the SCHEME KING and listen now! #scam #scammers

Frank Abagnale Jr: Catch Him If You Can

You may have seen the movie “Catch me if you can” that features the most infamous imposter of all time. Well there are so many schemes and scams that didn’t get captured on screen. We dig for the stories that didn’t make the script on this one and this episode is not one you’re going to want to miss. Frank Abagnale Jr. conned his way into the cockpit of a major airline and he flew over 1,000,000 miles on more than 250 flights and touchdown in 26 countries. He schemed his way onto a hospital floor as well as found himself altering Harvard Transcripts to get his foot in the door at a law firm and even passed the bar exam in Louisiana. This is the definition of American Scammer! Join us and listen today

Jordan Belfort: Wolves on Wall Street

Jordan Belfort founded Stratton Oakmont in 1989. It became the largest over-the-counter firm in the United States. Stratton Oakmont at one point employed over 1,000 stock brokers and was involved in stock issues totaling more than $1 billion.

Bernie Madoff: The Billion Dollar Scammer

Bernard Lawrence "Bernie" Madoff was an American financier who executed the largest Ponzi scheme [https://www.investopedia.com/terms/p/ponzischeme.asp] in history, defrauding thousands of investors out of tens of billions of dollars over the course of at least 17 years, and possibly longer. He was also a pioneer in electronic trading and chair of the Nasdaq in the early 1990s. He died in prison on April 14, 2021 while serving a 150-year sentence for money laundering, securities fraud and several other felonies.

American Scammers Trailer

Welcome To American Scammers - A WEInvested Original Podcast Series. Join me as we explore the Biggest Scammers in American business, Politics, and More.  Scams, Drugs, and Deception is only the beginning.  Subscribe to the American Scammers True Crime Podcast Now!