Episode
Jacob Wohl And The Krassensteins: A Tale of Several Grifters
1:06:12
Published: Tue Dec 18 2018
Description
Grifters and conmen thrive in times of unrest and chaos. In Episode 38, Robert is joined by Shereen Lani Younes to discuss the tales of several grifters. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Shereen Lonnie Younis discusses the true crime podcast "Silenced, The Radio Murders," which investigates the assassination of three radio journalists and uncovers a larger conspiracy involving drugs and darkness.
00:00 - 01:26 (01:26)
Summary
Shereen Lonnie Younis discusses the true crime podcast "Silenced, The Radio Murders," which investigates the assassination of three radio journalists and uncovers a larger conspiracy involving drugs and darkness.
EpisodeJacob Wohl And The Krassensteins: A Tale of Several Grifters
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EpisodeJacob Wohl And The Krassensteins: A Tale of Several Grifters
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The Krasenstein Brothers were involved in a large constellation of websites, including talkgold.com, which allegedly directed readers to thousands of fraudulent investments in exchange for kickbacks.
04:13 - 09:53 (05:40)
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EpisodeJacob Wohl And The Krassensteins: A Tale of Several Grifters
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Ed Helms and his brother Brian wrote a children's book called Ronald Plump, which attempts to explain President Trump's actions to kids through satire.
09:53 - 13:35 (03:41)
Summary
Ed Helms and his brother Brian wrote a children's book called Ronald Plump, which attempts to explain President Trump's actions to kids through satire. However, many parents argue that Trump sets a poor example for kids and makes it difficult for them to learn good morals.
EpisodeJacob Wohl And The Krassensteins: A Tale of Several Grifters
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The Crassoons' satirical children's book includes characters such as Weave Bannon, a squirrel who acts as Plump's hairpiece, proving that nobody is safe from their jokes.
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The Crassoons' satirical children's book includes characters such as Weave Bannon, a squirrel who acts as Plump's hairpiece, proving that nobody is safe from their jokes.
EpisodeJacob Wohl And The Krassensteins: A Tale of Several Grifters
PodcastBehind the Bastards
A provocative review of Elizabeth Warren's book and a dramatic retelling of a scenario involving a man abducting a woman and taking her to his tower.
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Summary
A provocative review of Elizabeth Warren's book and a dramatic retelling of a scenario involving a man abducting a woman and taking her to his tower.
EpisodeJacob Wohl And The Krassensteins: A Tale of Several Grifters
PodcastBehind the Bastards
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21:56 - 26:16 (04:20)
Summary
In this podcast, the hosts talk about Jacob Wohl, a 17-year-old high school student who also runs a hedge fund, as he argues that the capital requirements for hedge funds are too high, which limits poor people from being able to invest.
EpisodeJacob Wohl And The Krassensteins: A Tale of Several Grifters
PodcastBehind the Bastards
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Summary
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EpisodeJacob Wohl And The Krassensteins: A Tale of Several Grifters
PodcastBehind the Bastards
A 17-year-old hedge fund manager, Jacob Wohl, scammed investors by claiming massive losses when they tried to withdraw their money and working as a fund manager before being registered, which is a crime.
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Summary
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EpisodeJacob Wohl And The Krassensteins: A Tale of Several Grifters
PodcastBehind the Bastards
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Summary
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EpisodeJacob Wohl And The Krassensteins: A Tale of Several Grifters
PodcastBehind the Bastards
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EpisodeJacob Wohl And The Krassensteins: A Tale of Several Grifters
PodcastBehind the Bastards
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Summary
A podcast host debunks his own claim of overhearing young Democrats admitting their love for Donald Trump in hipster coffee shops in Los Angeles, explaining that there is no evidence for this and that the National Field Association, which he cited as his source, is not a government agency.
EpisodeJacob Wohl And The Krassensteins: A Tale of Several Grifters
PodcastBehind the Bastards
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Summary
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EpisodeJacob Wohl And The Krassensteins: A Tale of Several Grifters
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A high schooler shares her opinion on website design, suggesting that using a well-known celebrity's photo as a representative for the company can backfire and come off as unprofessional.
EpisodeJacob Wohl And The Krassensteins: A Tale of Several Grifters
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EpisodeJacob Wohl And The Krassensteins: A Tale of Several Grifters
PodcastBehind the Bastards
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This podcast touches on the challenges faced by those in creative fields when it comes to money, imposter syndrome and the lure of new wealth.
EpisodeJacob Wohl And The Krassensteins: A Tale of Several Grifters
PodcastBehind the Bastards
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Summary
Three radio journalists were assassinated in Miami with a calling card left behind, leading to a deep investigation into a world of drugs and darkness with hints of a larger conspiracy.