The Ponzi Playbook

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Welcome to The Ponzi Playbook, the podcast that exposes the dark underbelly of the financial world. Join hosts Neal McTighe and Javier Leiva as they take you on a journey through the seedy world of financial fraud, exploring the twisted minds of the people behind some of the most audacious Ponzi schemes in history.

  1. The White Collar Support Group

    10/22/2024

    The White Collar Support Group

    Hey everyone, it's Javier. Neal and I are working hard on season two of the Ponzi Playbook. In the meantime, I want to share an episode that I think you'll enjoy from my other podcast PRETEND. It’s hard to imagine former executives, investment fraudsters, and insider traders gathering for weekly support meetings. When I first heard about a support group for white-collar criminals, I was skeptical. It sounded like an SNL sketch: former hedge fund managers, insider traders, and embezzlers sitting in a circle, sharing their woes. However, Jeff Grant, the founder of the White Collar Support Group, doesn’t see it that way. After serving time for his crimes, Grant emerged with a mission—to help others like him rebuild their lives, one meeting at a time. “I was lost,” he admits. After his release from prison, Grant realized there was no blueprint for people like him to re-enter society. That’s why he founded the White Collar Support Group, a space for those prosecuted for financial crimes to navigate life after prison. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    57 min
  2. Confessions of a Ponzi Schemer: The Timepiece Gentleman (Anthony Farrar)

    04/09/2024

    Confessions of a Ponzi Schemer: The Timepiece Gentleman (Anthony Farrar)

    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 Neal McTighe. SUBSCRIBE: https://t.co/M02YhRa5Iq Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    48 min

  3. 03/13/2024

    Defrauding a U.S. President? Ferdinand Ward's Ponzi Scheme

    The Swindle of the Century: How Ferdinand Ward Duped President Grant This episode unveils the cunning plot that led to the financial ruin of Ulysses S. Grant, Civil War hero and former President of the United States. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    39 min
  4. Matthew Beasley: You May Get Shot If You Run a $500M Ponzi

    02/07/2024

    Matthew Beasley: You May Get Shot If You Run a $500M Ponzi

    Matthew Beasley, once a respected attorney in Las Vegas, found himself at the heart of a $500 million Ponzi scheme, entangling investors with the promise of lucrative returns from slip-and-fall lawsuits. But his empire crumbled on March 3, 2022, with a shootout after the FBI showed up at his doorstep. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    31 min
  5. The Cash Flow King: The Ponzi Podcaster Matthew Motil

    12/06/2023

    The Cash Flow King: The Ponzi Podcaster Matthew Motil

    In this episode of the Ponzi Playbook Podcast, we delve into the shocking case of Matthew Motil, the host of "The Cash Flow King" podcast, who was charged by the SEC for running an $11 million Ponzi scheme. Motil, from North Olmsted, Ohio, is accused of deceiving over 50 investors with promissory notes, falsely backed by real estate, while using their money for lavish personal expenses. We'll explore how he used his podcast and social media to lure investors, promising low-risk, high-return investments, and the impact on those who lost nearly their retirement savings. Join us as we dissect this cautionary tale of investment fraud and the ongoing efforts by authorities to bring justice to the victims. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    31 min
  6. The Red Collar Killer part 1

    11/22/2023 · BONUS

    The Red Collar Killer part 1

    This week's "Ponzi Playbook" episode features a special crossover with Javier's acclaimed podcast, "PRETEND." Listeners are introduced to "The Red Collar Killer," the first of a two-part series. This engaging segment delves into the world of 'red collar' criminals, a concept coined by Frank Perri, an attorney, CPA, and certified fraud examiner. These criminals, originally involved in white-collar crime, resort to violence to hide their fraudulent activities. PRETEND's "The Red Collar Killer" offers an intriguing look into this unique criminal behavior. For those captivated by this episode, part 2 will be available on "PRETEND," on your podcast platforms of choice. Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2vaCjR7UvlN9aTIzW6kNCo?si=7452a3292b1d4ec4 Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pretend-a-true-crime-podcast-about-con-artists/id1245307962 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    30 min
  7. From Soulmates to 'Scheme-mates': Brent and Jana Seaman's Ponzi Accusations

    11/08/2023

    From Soulmates to 'Scheme-mates': Brent and Jana Seaman's Ponzi Accusations

    Brent and Jana Seaman, a prominent Naples couple once regulars on the gala circuit, now face serious allegations as the SEC charges Brent Seaman with conducting a multi-million-dollar Ponzi scheme. On today's episode of the Ponzi Playbook, get an in-depth look at the couple's journey from socialite status to the center of a financial controversy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    25 min
  8. Matthew Piercey: Ponzi Schemer Evades FBI Capture with Underwater Scooter

    10/25/2023

    Matthew Piercey: Ponzi Schemer Evades FBI Capture with Underwater Scooter

    Ponzi Schemer Evades FBI Capture with Underwater Scooter 44-year-old Matthew Piercey, accused of orchestrating a $35 million Ponzi scheme, led FBI agents on a wild chase through the streets of Redding, California. After evading capture on the roads and highways, Piercey made a desperate bid for escape by plunging into the icy waters of Lake Shasta, using a Yamaha 350LI underwater submersible device. Despite the treacherous temperatures and his mere street clothes, Piercey remained submerged for an astonishing 25 minutes before finally emerging, only to be apprehended by waiting law enforcement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    26 min
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Welcome to The Ponzi Playbook, the podcast that exposes the dark underbelly of the financial world. Join hosts Neal McTighe and Javier Leiva as they take you on a journey through the seedy world of financial fraud, exploring the twisted minds of the people behind some of the most audacious Ponzi schemes in history.

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  • Channel
    PRETEND+
  • Creator
    Neal McTighe and Javier Leiva
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    21
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2023 Creative Babble. All Rights Reserved.
  • Show Website
    The Ponzi Playbook
  • Provider
    Javier Leiva

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