First Aired: June 21st, 2007
Status: Continuing
Genre: Crime, Documentary
Network: CNBC
Summary: A dissection of the dark side of the American Dream, a survey of how far some people go to become rich, no matter the cost to themselves and those around them. Real-life cases are reviewed and involve such criminal activity as credit card scams, identity theft, counterfeiting and Ponzi schemes.
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Season 4
Episode 1: Suicide is Painless
Air Date: February 3rd, 2010
Summary: An enigmatic hedge fund manager desperate to succeed... and the scam that bilked investors out of $300 million! Sam Israel lived through the most decadent era in human history. His hunger for fame and fortune... his greed, ultimately leads to a bridge and a suicide note.
This is the strange story of a con artist who fell for the ultimate con himself!
Episode 2: The Black Widows
Air Date: February 10th, 2010
Summary: A story of deception. They appear to be two “grannies” helping men who are down on their luck - offering food, shelter and clothing. But Helen Golay and her friend Olga Rutterschmidt are ruthless con artists. Their tragic web of deceit is about to unravel. This is the true tale of women who murder for money.
The story of The Black Widows…only on American Greed!
Episode 3: Raffaello Follieri
Air Date: March 10th, 2010
Summary: Raffaello Follieri is young, handsome and at the top of his game. He makes millions with a successful real estate business. He hobnobs with world leaders. And, he’s found love with a Hollywood A-Lister, Anne Hathaway.
But Follieri is about to see his American dream fall apart... when his fraud is exposed.
Episode 4: "The Mad Max of Wall Street"
Air Date: March 10th, 2010
Summary: Anthony Elgindy. He's young, self-assured... and loaded. He claims to be a crusader, fighting fraud on Wall Street. But, this so-called good guy is running an insider trading scam... and his partner is a crooked FBI agent.
American Greed profiles "The Mad Max of Wall Street!"
Episode 5: Crash and Burn
Air Date: March 17th, 2010
Summary: Marcus Schrenker makes millions. He’s a Wall Street money manager and a stunt pilot. But clients say he’s a con man who had the country wondering for days whether he was dead or alive.
American Greed profiles a multi-million dollar story of deception!
Episode 6: Sholam Weiss
Air Date: March 24th, 2010
Summary: Sholam Weiss is a bold and brazen dealmaker. He’s a consultant to con men and the brains behind one of the largest insurance scams in history. But Weiss doesn’t hide in the shadows.
He’s attracted to music, gambling and women. Are these the fatal attractions that will do him in?
American Greed profiles a multi-million dollar con!
Episode 8: Flipping Frenzy Scam
Air Date: April 7th, 2010
Summary: A pharmaceutical company ignores FDA safety guidelines and patients pay the price.
A would-be marketing mogul relies on investor trust and faith. Jeanetta Standefor convinces clients their cash is rescuing homeowners from foreclosure. But, while investors think they’re helping neighbors stay in their homes, Standefor is helping herself to millions!
American Greed profiles a Flipping Frenzy Scam!
Episode 9: Performance Pills & Kirk Wright
Air Date: April 14th, 2010
Summary: Steven Warshak is persuasive. He makes millions by selling a product to enhance the sex lives of men. Enzyte appears to be the herbal answer to Viagra. But, Warshak takes advantage of his buyers. He’s racking up illegal credit card charges on thousands of customers!
He’s a hedge fund superstar. Investment Manager Kirk Wright takes on tough clients…and steals their money. He recruits NFL football players and they invest. But, when he’s tackled for a multi-million dollar loss, will Wright’s game go into sudden death?
Episode 10: Kentucky Fen-Phen Attorneys
Air Date: April 21st, 2010
Summary: Fen-Phen, the miracle weight loss drug of the 90’s, turns out to have a serious side effect. When the story breaks, ambulance chasing lawyers rush in. They exploit the tragedy and pilfer their clients’ money. How much they steal will shock you!
Episode 11: Dr Stokes and C and D Distributors
Air Date: April 28th, 2010
Summary: In Grand Rapids, Michigan, Dr. Robert Stokes runs a thriving dermatology practice. He’s making millions. But Dr. Stokes has a dark secret. He’s stealing patient’s money. He reuses medical supplies and endangers patients.
Darlene Wooten and Charlene Corley are twin sisters. They’re making a fortune in defense contracts. But behind the scenes, things are not as they seem.
American Greed profiles a multi-million dollar fraud against the government!
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