A Nation for Thieves
Lionsgate Sound“Kleptocracy” (noun): “rule by thieves” — a form of corruption that allows the ruling class to accumulate great wealth and power while neglecting the mass of citizens.FBI special agent and all round badass Debra LaPrevotte singlehandedly created the FBI’s first kleptocracy department, exposing leaders whose corruption has fueled war crimes and other atrocities, including the current war in Ukraine... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 9 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Categories | NewsSociety & Culture | ||||
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Through her work investigating corruption in Ukraine, Debra meets anti-corruption activist Daria Kaleniuk. In the season finale, Daria and Debra detail the corruption fuelling the ongoing war in Ukraine. Debra discusses her advisory role and what we ... more
Debra details how corrupt money from overseas ends up funding lavish parties, and even Hollywood movies. She is called to testify in Bangladesh about her investigation into corruption in the country. You can find pictures of Debra at the Bangladesh c... more
Debra recalls the stress of the September 11 terror attacks and the FBI’s monumental investigative role. She gets a phone call from the government of Bangladesh asking for assistance in tackling corruption in the country and heads out to begin invest... more
Lanre Suraju tells of the immense danger anti-corruption activists face, recalling how armed men invaded his home and threatened his family. Investigations in Nigeria introduce Debra to her counterpart at Scotland Yard, Jonathan Benton (sometimes ref... more
Debra’s next case takes her to Nigeria, once considered the most corrupt country in the world. While we all know of the ‘Nigerian Prince’ scam, Debra focuses on the former President, General Sani Abacha. Through her work, Debra meets Lanre Suraju, ch... more
Debra makes the jump from FBI field work to the investigation of corrupt foreign officials with the indictment of ex-Ukrainian Prime Minister Pavlo Lazarenko. Lazarenko amassed hundreds of millions of dollars despite only being in the office of Prime... more
Trillions of dollars derived from corruption are moved around the world every year. Justin Shenkarow sits down with FBI veteran Debra LaPrevotte, who has spent the last 25 years chasing down kleptocrats and corrupt officials all around the world. Deb... more
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- Eye Opening!
I appreciate the depth of information that this podcast uncovers. So fascinating! I also love Debbie’s voice. She has a very detailed and engaging (but not “flowery”) way of talking about her experiences that I appreciate. Very eye opening!
Apple Podcasts5Lizzie R.L.
United Statesa year ago - Love the show!
Very informative and an eye opener
Apple Podcasts5JimthisUnited States2 years ago Great
Podcast Addict52 years agokokella- Great podcast!
Such an important topic! So glad and grateful to the producers. So important to connect corruption to victims.
Apple Podcasts5Susan ChurchillUnited States2 years ago - Amazing podcast!
I am a teenager, and have always found corruption interesting, but I haven’t had the time to sit down and learn about it. I also didn’t think about corruption connected to money. This podcast was SUPER informative, and it’s crazy what goes on in the world that no one knows about. I listened to this podcast whenever I could, and I was always blown away. Learning about the FBI academy and Debra’s experiences were super cool.
Overall I loved the information that this podcast gave that you wouldn’t... more
Apple Podcasts5Weeks23United States2 years ago - Very informative!
I selected this podcast because it sounded interesting.Ii’m glad I did. It’s very informative.
Apple Podcasts5CBinSATXUnited States3 years ago - Interesting & well done.
Literally hate “talk show” type radio podcasts & thankfully this wasn’t that kind. Super interesting and unique. Lots of meat and potatoes. Totally not my cup of tea but held my attention without issue. Really liked it!
Apple Podcasts5🐞🐌🐝🐮🐽🐷United States3 years ago - Great explanation on the Issue of Theft by Ruling Class
Now maybe she will bring her skills to track the hundreds millions/? That The Biden Crime Family extorted from Countries around the World. Cause by our own FBI account , it’s too complex to trace???? Not according to this podcasts account.
Apple Podcasts5mydoulaUnited States3 years ago - Excellent eye opening
So well told, makes you think deeper about what’s really going on in the world
Well done.
Apple Podcasts5TrueSelf
Australia3 years ago - Brilliant
Great podcast, a must hear. Real news, real hero’s, real journalism.
Apple Podcasts5Pj20001
New Zealand3 years ago - Outstanding!!
Very interesting podcast, I want to hear more!!!
Apple Podcasts5AlybabasmamaUnited States3 years ago - Episode 5
Where is it?
Did someone pulled this episode?
Who?
Apple Podcasts5ZzzzzzleeppppppUnited States3 years ago - Amazing
Wow this podcast has it all- crazy true stories, heroic lead and a touch of humor added in. Everyone needs to listen to this as it helps explain so much of what is wrong in developing nations who have a wealth of natural resources but just never see to move forward as a nation. It’s because their leaders are robbing them blind!
Apple Podcasts5elena 505United States3 years ago - Fascinating
This podcasts opens your eyes to a world you very likely are not aware of. Thanks to everybody involved in the production and all people and organisations fighting corruption.
Apple Podcasts5kritiker:in
Germany3 years ago - 5🌟+
I’ve read many true crime books in my life but I’ve never heard of Debra Levotte until this series. If I could give it more than 5 stars I would. Seasoned actor Justin Shenkarow puts a powerful voice behind an area most if not all of us wish never existed and does an excellent job at doing so. I can’t wait for more!
Apple Podcasts5Neveragain12United States4 years ago
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