Dirty Money
★ 7.1 · 2018 · 75m · Crime · Documentary
From crippling payday loans to cars that cheat emissions tests, this investigative series exposes brazen acts of corporate greed and corruption.
Episodes
1. Hard NOx75m · Volkswagen's "clean diesel" cars seemed like a dream come true for carbon-conscious drivers -- until a fraud of staggering proportions came to light.
2. Payday68m · Behind the lavish lifestyle of race car driver Scott Tucker lay a secretive lending empire built on tribal perks and profits from poor customers.
3. Drug Short66m · When drugmaker Valeant began to grow at dizzying speeds, investors were thrilled. But a handful of skeptics realized something was very wrong.
4. Cartel Bank50m · A trail of suspicious transactions led to startling revelations about banking giant HSBC and its ties to Mexico's deadliest drug cartels.
5. The Maple Syrup Heist50m · An unusual heist that made headlines around the world highlights a bitter feud over one of Canada's most precious resources: maple syrup.
6. The Confidence Man76m · Donald Trump's image as a savvy businessman dazzled millions. But journalists and former associates describe an empire awash in drama and shady deals.More Like This
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