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May 2, 2025 75 mins

☠️ Welcome to the Evil Money Podcast, where we break down true crime cases that meet at the intersection of money and morality every Thursday.


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In this week's case, Hannah and James explore the scandalous life and schemes of one of the most notorious figures in financial history, Bernie Madoff.


The episode covers Madoff's early life, rise to prominence, elaborate deceitful tactics, catastrophic downfall, the massive impact on his victims, and the legal aftermath.


Join us as we unpack the complex intersection of money and morality that defined Bernie Madoff's fraudulent empire.


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Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Evil Money Podcast

01:34 Bernie Madoff's Early Life and Ambitions

02:44 The Rise of Madoff's Investment Business

06:39 The Illegal Mutual Fund Scheme

13:27 Madoff's Extravagant Lifestyle and Success

20:59 The Ponzi Scheme Unveiled

28:53 The Role of Feeder Funds and Key Investors

32:46 The Beginning of the End

37:18 Frank Casey's Mission

39:02 Unveiling Bernie Madoff

41:22 Harry Markopolos' Investigation

43:40 The SEC's Failures

57:22 The 2008 Financial Crisis

01:00:18 Bernie Madoff's Downfall

01:02:56 Aftermath and Impact

01:14:18 Conclusion and Reflections


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