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Disclosure

BBC Scotland
Fraud
Whisky Investment Fraud
FBI Investigation
Casey Alexander
Kim Avis
Whiskey Investment
Elderly Investors
Fraudulent Sales Practices
Craig Brooks
Scotch Whisky
Whiskey Scotland
Whiskey Investment Fraud
Financial Fraud
Inverness
Mortuary Beach
Criminal Network
Whisky Casks
Scotland
Elderly Exploitation
Craig Arch

Hunting down timely stories and investigating in-depth, asking the questions you want answered to uncover the truth and aiming to make a real difference.

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Sam goes undercover. Can she catch the whisky bandits in the act? And the day of reckoning - for everyone - arrives.

Can Sam Poling get the only person who knows the truth behind a multi-million pound fraud to speak?

Londoner Casey Alexander hit the headlines when he was arrested in an FBI sting. But what really happened inside the multi-million pound international fraud? And can Sam track down the man at the centre of it all?

Sam hits the road to confront a pair of whisky bandits. She discovers a dark past, conmen living the high life, and an army of victims fighting back. But with leads turning cold, will Sam have to confront failure?

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Recent Guests

Craig Brooks
Convicted fraudster and CEO of Cask Spirits Global
Episode: 6. The Reckoning
Michael Conway
Broker in the whiskey investment scheme
Episode: 6. The Reckoning
Sydney Anderson
Assistant in the whiskey investment scheme, related to Craig Brooks
Episode: 6. The Reckoning
Casey Alexander
A man involved in a multi-million pound fraud scheme related to whisky investments.
Episode: 5. The Broken Game

Hosts

Sam Poling
Investigative journalist for the BBC, known for in-depth reporting on financial fraud and consumer protection issues.
Sam Poehling
Reporter from BBC Scotland with a focus on exposing fraudulent activities and financial scams.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 467 ratings
  • Whisky Bandits

    I am listening to the second series of this, Hunting the Whisky Bandits. It’s a really good story but there is far too much padding - too long spent dwelling on the lack of progress and how hard it is to find and catch the criminals; too many slow bits where the journalist and her producer have a chat; too many descriptions of driving around different places or waiting outside houses, etc. this would be a great show if it were a bit shorter

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    YoItsMeSJ
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Best Podcast Ever

    Love Sam Poling and the lovely Liam. And all those who invested their life savings and shared their stories with us. This podcast was well brilliantly made- it captured everything, heart break, heart ache and it made me laugh out loud, Sydney/ Sophie/ no Sydney?! Quality through and through. One question, what happened to Craig Brooks and the gang behind Casey’s scam?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Girl Leigh
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Brewdog

    Excellent podcast . Very informative and interesting. Love the presenters voice always like his podcasts .

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Steeple 23
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Good, but….

    Would have given this 5 Stars except for the irritatingly loud and distracting music, which as the content itself is of such quality, is just superfluous.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Gwynnie1
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Lost interest from spoonfeeding presentation

    This is a subject I’m interested in so tried listening to the first couple of episodes of series two. It’s as if the remit was ‘we need the presentation to signpost and reiterate every point made in the podcast’. So the narration is irritatingly slow and simplified with an abundance of sensationalist ‘wait, WHAT?!’ and ‘you’re not going to believe THIS’ moments. Audiences deserve better than being taken for idiots. There’s an interesting story hiding in here under the dumbed-down production. Aft... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Vacuityinexcelsis
    United Kingdom6 months ago

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Some listeners express concerns about the lengthy nature of the content but still acknowledge the quality of reporting and thorough research.
Listeners commend the show for its in-depth investigative journalism and commitment to uncovering the truth, appreciating the exploration of complex topics.
Reviews highlight a mix of engaging storytelling coupled with critical insights into financial fraud, resonating with both victims and those interested in consumer advocacy.
Several comments applaud the host's determination in revealing the realities of scams, emphasizing the emotional impacts on victims.

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4. Knock Knock
Q: What would you say to Casey Alexander and the rest of his gang?
I feel ashamed, first off, that I trusted in them. I gave them my life savings, and how could they do that to me and others?
6. The Reckoning
Q: So not convicted?
I haven't. I'm finding it very difficult to accept any facts from someone who completely lied about who they were.
6. The Reckoning
Q: What would you say to the investors who are watching this, who have lost everything, Craig?
They have literally lost everything.
5. The Broken Game
Q: How did you feel when you realized it was going to be a big deal in Cleveland?
I thought this was the moment that would change my life.

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The focus of the content revolves around exposing fraudulent activities, particularly in the realm of whiskey investment schemes. Through meticulous investigations, the narrative uncovers the stories of both perpetrators and victims, documenting the emotional and financial toll associated with such deceptions. Episodes often feature insights from key players, including fraudsters and their unwitting investors, providing a comprehensive view of the schemes that have caused significant distress for many individuals. The investigative approach emphasizes a blend of storytelling and journalism, aiming to shed light on underlying issues within the financial services industry, particularly in relation to high-risk investments.

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2. Michael Conway
3. Sydney Anderson
4. Casey Alexander

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