The Spy Who Conned Me

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The Spy Who Conned Me

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Nov 8, 2022

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A former weatherman claiming to be an undercover spy infiltrates Washington's intelligence circles where he collects millions with his tales of running a top-secret national security operation for the CIA. (Original airdate 11/1/22)

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Nov 8, 2022

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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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Clean Teeth, Dirty Laundry: Dangerous curves ahead… sex for sale inside an iconic Chicago community. Dentist Gary Kimmel launders money for sex traffickers by purchasing cars that keep pimps rolling in style and sneaking sex workers in for after-hours repairs. What brings the dentist down? His own big mouth. (Original television broadcast: 2/27/2017) by American Greed Podcast
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Deadly Opioids, Dirty Doctors: American's are dying by overdose in record numbers, victims of the worst opioid addiction epidemic in history. In Mobile, Alabama two doctors are serving up heavy doses of the dangerous drugs. One drug the doctors prescribe is 50 times more potent than heroin and the multi-billion dollar drug company that makes it is paying them to push it. While both the drug maker and these doctors are unrelenting in turning patients' pain into enormous profits, some families of those who die hold the doctors responsible. (Original television broadcast: 3/5/2018) Want to binge watch your Greed? Full episodes and the latest news at: https://www.cnbc.com/american-greed/ by American Greed Podcast
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Madoff 10 Years Later: Episode Three | Hunting Bernie's Billions: Original 3 part podcast series: Hunting Bernie's billions. With his victim’s lives shattered, coping with financial loss, trauma, and tragedy and the 10 year effort to make them whole. by American Greed Podcast
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Online Dating Trap: A Casanova conman steals hearts and drains bank accounts. by American Greed Podcast
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The Real Wolf of Wall Street: Infamous stockbroker Jordan Belfort, a.k.a. “The Wolf of Wall Street”, pleads guilty to fraud and does jail time. When Hollywood turns his life of sex, drugs, and crime into a blockbuster, his victims feel cheated again. This is the true story. (Original television broadcast: 3/5/2015) by American Greed Podcast
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The Polka King Con: All hail the Polka King! Jan Lewan isn't content with just being a flashy showman and music star, he has bigger plans. Lewan's American Dream is built on the backs and bank accounts of his biggest fans when he rips them off. It's an outrageous tale that even gets Hollywood's attention. (Original television broadcast: 3/19/2018) Want to binge watch your Greed? Full episodes and the latest news at: https://www.cnbc.com/american-greed/ by American Greed Podcast
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Badge of Dishonor: Lieutenant Joseph Gliniewicz is a small-town cop gunned down in the line of duty. When the investigation hits a dead-end, all eyes turn to the officer himself. by American Greed Podcast
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Blood Relatives: When a prominent family in a small Oklahoma town is found murdered, their son is the only suspect. Troubled trust fund kid Alan Hruby starts his white collar crimes early. But when the money runs out, is he willing to go even further to satisfy his hunger for cash? (Original television broadcast: 4/9/2018) Want to binge watch your Greed? Full episodes and the latest news at: https://www.cnbc.com/american-greed/ by American Greed Podcast
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The Most Hated Man in America: Martin Shkreli became a household name when he jacked up the price of a lifesaving HIV drug 5,000 percent. This quickly earned the former hedge fund manager, investor and pharmaceutical CEO the title of "The most hated man in America." But it's his shady accounting and internet trolling that lands the "Pharma Bro" in hot water. This is the story of Martin Shkreli. (Original television broadcast: 2/26/2018) Want to binge watch your Greed? Full episodes and the latest news at: https://www.cnbc.com/american-greed/ by American Greed Podcast
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Scams on Film: John Rogers is amassing one of the biggest and most impressive photo archive collections in the world. But the business he claims is worth $32 million is rooted in fraud. by American Greed Podcast
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Deadly Black Gold Riches: In North Dakota, an arrogant businessman hires a sloppy hitman and his budding empire comes crashing down. by American Greed Podcast
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The Promescent Affair: Part II: A new drug promises to be a game changer in the bedroom for millions, but after its discovery comes money and a murder — and a David versus Goliath battle ensues over its billion-dollar secret to great sex. by American Greed Podcast
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The Promescent Affair: Part I: A new drug promises to be a game changer in the bedroom for millions, but after its discovery comes money and a murder — and a David versus Goliath battle ensues over its billion-dollar secret to great sex. by American Greed Podcast
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End of Life Scam: Businessman Seth Gillman cares for the most vulnerable, while raking in millions. His healthcare company is booming, but the source of his success is criminal. When a super sleuthing nurse stands up to him, his healthcare empire may be on life support. (Original television broadcast: 4/9/2018) Want to binge watch your Greed? Full episodes and the latest news at: https://www.cnbc.com/american-greed/ by American Greed Podcast
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Prophets of Greed: Leaders of a polygamous religious sect demand “Perfect Obedience” from followers, luring them into welfare fraud. (Original television broadcast: 09-02-2019) Want to binge watch your Greed? The latest episodes at: https://www.cnbc.com/american-greed/ by American Greed Podcast
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Stolen Valor Scam: Captain Darryl Wright has a Purple Heart and isn't afraid to show it. As a wounded warrior, Wright collects more than $700,000 in government benefits until an undercover investigation unravels his story. Wright's victims are veterans who feel that their sacrifices have been tarnished by his lies and their valor stolen. (Original television broadcast: 3/26/2018) Want to binge watch your Greed? Full episodes and the latest news at: https://www.cnbc.com/american-greed/ by American Greed Podcast
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The Spy Who Conned Me

The Spy Who Conned Me

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