This podcast episode explores the infamous Bernie Madoff Ponzi scheme, shedding light on the fraudulent nature of the scheme, the complicity of financial institutions like JPMorgan Chase, and Madoff's delusional mindset. It delves into the notion of affinity crime and the trust placed in Madoff by investors. The episode also features interviews with Richard Behar, the author of "Madoff, The Final Word," who provides insights into Madoff's deceptive tactics and the significance of key witnesses in the FBI documents. The section concludes with the story of Adele, an investor who lost everything in the scandal but chose to give her remaining money to fund research in consciousness raising centers. Overall, this episode highlights the guilt, complicity, and aftermath of the notorious Ponzi scheme.
