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True crime fans bored of murder who want to be outraged by institutional and corporate evil; anyone who appreciates deadpan humor and business crime.
Verdict: Must listen. Columbia Journalism Review called Swindled 'the funniest, most expansive podcast' in the true crime genre — the anonymous host's deadpan fury at corporate evil is utterly addictive.
About this podcast
Anonymous host 'A Concerned Citizen' delivers dry, withering narrations of real-world white-collar crime — corporate fraud, environmental disasters, Ponzi schemes, and regulatory failures — with biting satire and meticulous research.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is Swindled?
- True crime fans bored of murder who want to be outraged by institutional and corporate evil; anyone who appreciates deadpan humor and business crime.
- Is Swindled worth listening to?
- Must listen. Columbia Journalism Review called Swindled 'the funniest, most expansive podcast' in the true crime genre — the anonymous host's deadpan fury at corporate evil is utterly addictive.
- Where can I listen to Swindled?
- Swindled is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Patreon.
- Where should I start with Swindled?
- Start with: Lumber Liquidators or WellCare Health Plans are standout episodes; any will work as a standalone
- What format is Swindled?
- Episodic — 300+ episodes episodes, approximately ~30-45 min per episode; large backlog; weekly each.
- What type of crime does Swindled cover?
- Swindled covers White-Collar Crime, Environmental Crime, Fraud.
Quick facts
- Format
- Episodic
- Host style
- Solo narrator
- Style
- Dry, satirical, outrageously funny
- Episode length
- ~30-45 min per episode; large backlog; weekly
- Episodes
- 300+ episodes
- Binge factor
- 8/10
- Best to start
- Lumber Liquidators or WellCare Health Plans are standout episodes; any will work as a standalone
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