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History and current affairs enthusiasts who want true crime-style storytelling applied to institutional corruption and political failures.

Verdict: Must listen. American Scandal is the best primer on how greed and corruption shape a nation — each season is a compact, thrilling investigation into the scandals that changed everything.

About this podcast

Wondery's multi-season anthology hosted by Lindsay Graham diving deep into the scandals — political, corporate, and social — that have shaped modern America: Enron, the 2008 financial crisis, Theranos, sports doping, and more.

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Frequently asked questions

What is American Scandal?
History and current affairs enthusiasts who want true crime-style storytelling applied to institutional corruption and political failures.
Is American Scandal worth listening to?
Must listen. American Scandal is the best primer on how greed and corruption shape a nation — each season is a compact, thrilling investigation into the scandals that changed everything.
Where can I listen to American Scandal?
American Scandal is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music.
Where should I start with American Scandal?
Start with: Enron season or the 2008 Financial Crisis season are the strongest starting points
What format is American Scandal?
Serialized — approximately ~20-30 min per episode; multiple seasons available; each season is a standalone each.
What type of crime does American Scandal cover?
American Scandal covers White-Collar Crime, Fraud.

Quick facts

Format
Serialized
Host style
Solo narrator
Style
Narrative, journalistic, compelling
Episode length
~20-30 min per episode; multiple seasons available; each season is a standalone
Binge factor
8/10
Best to start
Enron season or the 2008 Financial Crisis season are the strongest starting points

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