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June 28, 2025 23 mins

Welcome back to Crime & Canvas, the podcast that exposes the hidden truths behind the world's biggest art heist. In this revealing Episode 3, host Suzanne Kenney delves into the seemingly ordinary scraps of paper that became the linchpin of her investigation: the handwritten notes exchanged between her mother, Mary, and the mysterious "Ed Koch," now known to be billionaire Frederick R. Koch.

These notes, a crucial piece of evidence, not only document the audacious art transactions involving masterpieces by Van Gogh, Picasso, and Manet but also expose Koch's deep, almost encyclopedic knowledge of the art world. Suzanne explains how these seemingly innocent jottings—detailing provenance terms, specific galleries, auction catalogs, and even obscure collectors—paint a picture of a man deeply embedded in the high-end art market, far from the typical criminal underworld.

Suzanne also uncovers disturbing connections to the Koch family's history with wealth and cultural artifacts, including William Koch's landmark lawsuit against his brothers for allegedly stolen oil from Native American tribes, adding a chilling new layer to Frederick's boasts and the family's practices.

Listen now to hear:

  • How the handwritten notes directly connect the valuable artworks to Frederick R. Koch's deceptive scheme.
  • The specific details contained within the notes, including galleries, auction catalogs, and collectors, that reveal Koch's extensive art knowledge.
  • Suzanne's attempts to verify the information in the notes, including her research at the Frick Library and the challenges she faced.
  • The shocking revelation of Frederick Koch's family history with Native American artifacts and William Koch's lawsuit against his brothers, intertwining with Frederick's boasts.
  • How these notes serve as undeniable proof of Koch's calculated deception and directly contradict the notion of the Gardner heist being a simple mob job.

Dive into the truth that authorities ignore. The real story continues here.

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