# Financial Fraud on The No Agenda Show Financial Fraud comes up in 18 chapters across 18 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from February 2009 to January 2026. - **Chapters:** 18 - **Episodes:** 18 - **Discussed:** February 2009 – January 2026 - **Related topics:** [Charles Ortel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charles-ortel.md), [Clinton Foundation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clinton-foundation.md), [Financial Times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/financial-times.md), [Sec](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sec.md), [501c3](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/501c3.md), [Abraham Lincoln](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abraham-lincoln.md), [Afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), [Allen Weisselberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/allen-weisselberg.md), [Auditing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/auditing.md), [Autism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/autism.md) ## Chapters 1–18 of 18 ### Minneapolis General Strike, Renee Macklin Goode and DOGE - **Episode:** [1836: Big Bully](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1836-big-bully.md) - **Published:** 2026-01-22 - **Time:** 1:38:30–1:42:27 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1836-big-bully/chapter/minneapolis-general-strike-renee-macklin-goode-and-doge.md A general strike was called in Minnesota following the death of 37-year-old Renee Macklin Goode, who was killed by an ICE agent. The DOJ investigation into Governor Walz and Mayor Frey centers on their public comments following the incident, which the administration calls "heated rhetoric." There is hope that the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) will use digital tracking to uncover financial fraud related to immigration and local government spending. Keywords: [general strike](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/general-strike.md), renee macklin goode, [grand jury](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/grand-jury.md), [doge](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/doge.md), [financial fraud](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/financial-fraud.md) ### Elder Justice Coordinating Council, Financial Fraud - **Episode:** [1672: Sand Battery](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1672-sand-battery.md) - **Published:** 2024-06-27 - **Time:** 2:34:37–2:37:52 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1672-sand-battery/chapter/elder-justice-coordinating-council-financial-fraud.md Attorney General Merrick Garland and the Justice Department held a meeting of the Elder Justice Coordinating Council to address the exploitation and fraud targeting older adults. The DOJ claims to have returned hundreds of millions of dollars to victims, though the hosts remain skeptical of the government's effectiveness in stopping scam calls. Keywords: [merrick garland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/merrick-garland.md), elder justice, [doj](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/doj.md), [financial fraud](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/financial-fraud.md), ejcc ### Allen Weisselberg Sentenced to Jail for Perjury - **Episode:** [1650: Algo Juice](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1650-algo-juice.md) - **Published:** 2024-04-11 - **Time:** 2:02:46–2:05:07 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1650-algo-juice/chapter/allen-weisselberg-sentenced-to-jail-for-perjury.md Former Trump Organization CFO Allen Weisselberg was sentenced to five months in jail for perjury related to the New York civil fraud case against Donald Trump. Weisselberg admitted to lying about the size of Trump's Manhattan penthouse on financial statements used to secure favorable loans. He was taken into custody and sent to Rikers Island to serve his second jail term in two years. Keywords: [allen weisselberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/allen-weisselberg.md), [trump organization](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trump-organization.md), [perjury](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/perjury.md), [rikers island](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rikers-island.md), [financial fraud](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/financial-fraud.md) ### Pelosi on Trump's Values and Abraham Lincoln - **Episode:** [1636: Super Duper](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1636-super-duper.md) - **Published:** 2024-02-22 - **Time:** 51:48–55:10 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1636-super-duper/chapter/pelosi-on-trump-s-values-and-abraham-lincoln.md Nancy Pelosi criticized Donald Trump's reaction to Navalny's death, stating he is a person without values and should never return to the White House. She invoked the memory of Abraham Lincoln, claiming he gave his life to unify the country. Pelosi also speculated that Trump's motivations are purely financial, using gambling terminology like "on the come" to describe his alleged dealings. Keywords: [nancy pelosi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nancy-pelosi.md), [abraham lincoln](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abraham-lincoln.md), values, [financial fraud](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/financial-fraud.md), [gambling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gambling.md) ### Crypto Regulation, SBF Parental Influence - **Episode:** [1503: Strung Out](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1503-strung-out.md) - **Published:** 2022-11-13 - **Time:** 2:13:30–2:16:52 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1503-strung-out/chapter/crypto-regulation-sbf-parental-influence.md The hosts argue that the FTX scandal will be used to usher in heavy crypto regulation. They discuss Sam Bankman-Fried's behavior, comparing him to other tech figures like Bill Gates, and suggest his parents—both compliance experts—should be held accountable for the fraudulent operation. Keywords: [crypto regulation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/crypto-regulation.md), [sam bankman-fried](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sam-bankman-fried.md), [bill gates](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-gates.md), [autism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/autism.md), [financial fraud](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/financial-fraud.md) ### FloodCRM Russian Email Spam, Financial Fraud Tactics - **Episode:** [1251: Viewpoint Discrimination](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1251-viewpoint-discrimination.md) - **Published:** 2020-06-18 - **Time:** 11:00–12:56 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1251-viewpoint-discrimination/chapter/floodcrm-russian-email-spam-financial-fraud-tactics.md A Russian-hosted service called FloodCRM.net is identified as a tool used by fraudsters to overwhelm victims' inboxes with thousands of subscription emails. This tactic is designed to hide legitimate security alerts or password reset notifications during a financial account takeover. Keywords: floodcrm, [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), email flood, [financial fraud](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/financial-fraud.md), [spam](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/spam.md) ### Charles Ortel and Clinton Foundation Financial Analysis - **Episode:** [1011: Vasectomies & Dogs](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1011-vasectomies-dogs.md) - **Published:** 2018-02-25 - **Time:** 28:36–34:46 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1011-vasectomies-dogs/chapter/charles-ortel-and-clinton-foundation-financial-analysis.md Financial analyst Charles Ortel is reportedly investigating the Clinton Foundation for alleged fraudulent behavior and pay-to-play schemes. The discussion links the financial activities of the foundation to the lobbying efforts of the Podesta Group and Paul Manafort. Claims are made that the focus on Russian election interference serves as a distraction from underlying financial crimes involving the Uranium One deal. Keywords: [charles ortel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charles-ortel.md), [clinton foundation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clinton-foundation.md), [financial fraud](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/financial-fraud.md), [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), podesta group ### Wells Fargo, Fake Account Scandal and Racketeering - **Episode:** [859: Army of Conquest](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/859-army-of-conquest.md) - **Published:** 2016-09-11 - **Time:** 2:47:00–2:50:46 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/859-army-of-conquest/chapter/wells-fargo-fake-account-scandal-and-racketeering.md Wells Fargo has been fined $185 million after employees opened approximately 2 million unauthorized bank and credit card accounts to meet aggressive sales targets. Over 5,300 employees were fired, but critics argue that senior executives should face racketeering charges for overseeing the systemic fraud. The scandal resulted in customers being charged improper fees and having their credit scores negatively impacted. Keywords: [wells fargo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wells-fargo.md), [fake accounts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fake-accounts.md), [racketeering](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/racketeering.md), [consumer financial protection bureau](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/consumer-financial-protection-bureau.md), [banking fraud](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/banking-fraud.md) ### Charles Ortel, Clinton Foundation Financial Discrepancies - **Episode:** [833: Manbuns & Mohawks](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/833-manbuns-mohawks.md) - **Published:** 2016-06-12 - **Time:** 48:26–54:40 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/833-manbuns-mohawks/chapter/charles-ortel-clinton-foundation-financial-discrepancies.md Financial analyst Charles Ortel details alleged discrepancies in the Clinton Foundation's accounting, specifically focusing on its relationship with the Geneva-based entity UNITAID. Ortel claims hundreds of millions of dollars are missing or unaccounted for between the two organizations' reports. He argues the foundation operated illegally by shifting its mission from a presidential library to global health initiatives without proper IRS authorization. Keywords: [charles ortel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charles-ortel.md), [clinton foundation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clinton-foundation.md), [unitaid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/unitaid.md), [501c3](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/501c3.md), [auditing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/auditing.md), [financial fraud](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/financial-fraud.md) ### Financial Scams, Predatory Check Cashing Mailers - **Episode:** [646: Boundless Barbarity](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/646-boundless-barbarity.md) - **Published:** 2014-08-30 - **Time:** 1:04:26–1:07:45 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/646-boundless-barbarity/chapter/financial-scams-predatory-check-cashing-mailers.md A predatory financial scam involves mailing "real" $1,000 checks to consumers that, when cashed, bind the recipient to a high-interest loan. These mailers often include terms that require a $1,458 repayment, including a mandatory $300 handling fee even if the principal is paid back immediately. Despite consumer protection efforts by figures like Elizabeth Warren, these deceptive practices continue to target vulnerable populations through the mail. Keywords: financial scams, [predatory lending](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/predatory-lending.md), [elizabeth warren](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elizabeth-warren.md), [mail fraud](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mail-fraud.md), [credit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/credit.md) ### John Dixon, Financial Fraud and Eastern European Hacker Gangs - **Episode:** [534: The Interview Show](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/534-the-interview-show.md) - **Published:** 2013-07-28 - **Time:** 53:31–57:19 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/534-the-interview-show/chapter/john-dixon-financial-fraud-and-eastern-european-hacker-gangs.md John Dixon describes the tactics used by Eastern European criminal organizations to steal money from U.S. companies through wire transfer fraud. He shares an anecdote about a water utility company that lost funds after a payment processor's computer was compromised by a botnet. Dixon explains the difficulty of prosecution when attackers use multiple "hops" through shell accounts in different jurisdictions to cover their tracks. Keywords: [belarus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/belarus.md), [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), wire transfer fraud, [botnets](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/botnets.md), [financial security](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/financial-security.md), denim group ### Financial Karma, Dutch Name Reading - **Episode:** [462: Flaming Groovies](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/462-flaming-groovies.md) - **Published:** 2012-11-18 - **Time:** 1:42:41–1:48:25 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/462-flaming-groovies/chapter/financial-karma-dutch-name-reading.md A listener requests "financial karma" after his debit card was compromised by scammers. Adam Curry reads a donor's name in a Dutch accent per a special request. The segment concludes with a first birthday shout-out for Alexander Hoffmann, the grandson of a producer. Keywords: financial karma, debit card fraud, [dutch](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dutch.md), alexander hoffmann, [birthday](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birthday.md), carindale ### Goldman Sachs SEC Settlement, Insider Trading Allegations - **Episode:** [218: Former Soviet Spy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/218-former-soviet-spy.md) - **Published:** 2010-07-18 - **Time:** 21:23–24:44 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/218-former-soviet-spy/chapter/goldman-sachs-sec-settlement-insider-trading-allegations.md Analysis of the Goldman Sachs $550 million settlement with the SEC reveals suspicious trading patterns involving put and call options. Data suggests that insiders may have known the timing of the civil complaint and the subsequent settlement, allowing for massive returns on options. The SEC is criticized for potential leaks and general incompetence in regulating Wall Street. Keywords: [goldman sachs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/goldman-sachs.md), [sec](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sec.md), [put options](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/put-options.md), call options, [financial fraud](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/financial-fraud.md) ### FBI Mortgage Fraud Crackdown, Publicity Stunts - **Episode:** [208: Fat China](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/208-fat-china.md) - **Published:** 2010-06-13 - **Time:** 38:56–43:26 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/208-fat-china/chapter/fbi-mortgage-fraud-crackdown-publicity-stunts.md The Financial Times reports that the FBI is preparing to arrest hundreds of people for falsifying income on mortgage applications. The hosts dismiss the news as a publicity stunt intended to frighten the public rather than address systemic banking issues. They argue that banks were complicit in the subprime crisis by ignoring documentation requirements. Keywords: [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [mortgage fraud](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mortgage-fraud.md), [financial times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/financial-times.md), [foreclosure](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/foreclosure.md), subprime loans ### Deutsche Verteidigungsdienst, Nazi Continuum Theory - **Episode:** [180: Media Corruption Now in 3D](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/180-media-corruption-now-in-3d.md) - **Published:** 2010-03-07 - **Time:** 1:25:53–1:30:28 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/180-media-corruption-now-in-3d/chapter/deutsche-verteidigungsdienst-nazi-continuum-theory.md A deep-state theory involving the "Deutsche Verteidigungsdienst" (DVD) suggests a Nazi-continuum agency is operating behind global financial structures, allegedly led by George H.W. Bush. The 2006 Iron Mountain storage fire in London is cited as a potential cover-up for evidence of this global financial fraud. The hosts speculate that the CIA's drug-running operations are secondary to the control of these massive, hidden capital funds. Keywords: [dvd](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dvd.md), [nazi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nazi.md), [george h.w. bush](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/george-h-w-bush.md), [iron mountain](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iron-mountain.md), [financial fraud](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/financial-fraud.md) ### Afghanistan Election, Hamid Karzai, and Warlord Influence - **Episode:** [124: Obama's Lobsters](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/124-obama-s-lobsters.md) - **Published:** 2009-08-23 - **Time:** 29:05–30:07 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/124-obama-s-lobsters/chapter/afghanistan-election-hamid-karzai-and-warlord-influence.md Hamid Karzai's claim of victory in the Afghan election is met with skepticism. The hosts describe Karzai as a "shill" for American interests and criticize the media for failing to highlight his US ties. They also mention the return of warlords to power and the intimidation of voters. Keywords: [hamid karzai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hamid-karzai.md), [afghanistan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/afghanistan.md), [election fraud](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/election-fraud.md), [warlords](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/warlords.md), [financial times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/financial-times.md) ### Bernard Madoff Sentencing Delay and Media Silence - **Episode:** [106: A Jew In The Safe](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/106-a-jew-in-the-safe.md) - **Published:** 2009-06-21 - **Time:** 18:34–19:27 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/106-a-jew-in-the-safe/chapter/bernard-madoff-sentencing-delay-and-media-silence.md Despite a scheduled sentencing date of June 16th for Bernard Madoff, the hosts observe a lack of follow-up coverage in major financial publications like the Wall Street Journal and Financial Times. They question why the media has gone silent on the man responsible for a $50 billion Ponzi scheme. Keywords: [bernard madoff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bernard-madoff.md), [sentencing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sentencing.md), [financial fraud](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/financial-fraud.md), [wall street journal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wall-street-journal.md), [sec](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sec.md) ### Financial Industry Scams and Taxpayer Liability - **Episode:** [70: Short Changed](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/70-short-changed.md) - **Published:** 2009-02-07 - **Time:** 9:29–12:54 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/70-short-changed/chapter/financial-industry-scams-and-taxpayer-liability.md Adam Curry posits that the financial crisis is a "ponzi on top of a ponzi" designed to stick US taxpayers with a $50 billion bill. 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