Lou Pearlman was the mastermind behind some of the biggest boy bands of the late '90s and early 2000s, including *NSYNC and the Backstreet Boys. But behind the glitz and chart-topping hits was a web of deception. This episode dives into Pearlman’s meteoric rise in the music industry, the financial scandal that unraveled his empire, and the lasting impact of his fraudulent schemes. From pop superstardom to prison, we explore the highs, the lows, and the shocking truth behind one of the biggest scams in entertainment history.
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"Dirty Pop" - Netflix Limited Series
How Did Lou Pearlman Die? A Look at the Boy Band Mogul's Last Days Behind Bars
Upbeat end to bank loan fiasco - Star Tribune
What Happened to Lou Pearlman, the Disgraced Boy Band Manager? - Esquire
Victims of Lou Pearlman's scheme to get money - YouTube
Backstreet Boys and NSync founder Lou Pearlman dies - BBC News
Did O-Town's Journey REALLY End This Way? A Shocking Look Back
Lou Pearlman Cause of Death: How Did the Boy Band Mogul Die? - EntertainmentNow
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