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Former US Most Wanted Cybercriminal Brett Johnson discusses cybercrime, scams, fraud, security, current topics, and how to protect yourself from the type of person he used to be.

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United States

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True Crime

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Former US Most Wanted Cybercriminal Brett Johnson discusses cybercrime, scams, fraud, security, current topics, and how to protect yourself from the type of person he used to be.

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English


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Turning Your Life Around After Prison (ft. Monroe Meyers)

4/26/2024
Monroe Meyers joins Brett once again to talk about life on the other side of crime. Now as a productive member of society, Monroe leads a life of faith, love, and puppies. Follow more of Brett: https://www.thebrettjohnsonshow.com Watch Brett Johnson on Lex Friedman: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cC1LFC0KFSw Watch Brett Johnson on the Jordan B Peterson Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cz0GVLzzYlg ABOUT BRETT Brett Johnson. Former U.S. Most Wanted Cybercriminal. Now Good Guy. The United States Secret Service called Mr. Johnson "The Original Internet Godfather" for his role in refining modern financial cybercrime. Or to put it another way: Brett was convicted of 39 felonies, placed on the U.S. Most Wanted List, escaped from prison, and… he built the first organized cybercrime community, Shadowcrew was a precursor to today's darknet and darknet markets, and it laid the foundation for the way modern cybercrime channels operate today. Johnson was sentenced to 90 months in Federal Prison. End of story? Not hardly. Brett found redemption through his sister, his wife Michele, and finally the FBI. He was given the chance to turn his life around. He took it. Today, Brett is considered one of the leading authorities on cybercrime, identity theft, and cybersecurity on the planet. He works hard to protect businesses and consumers from the type of person he used to be.

Duration:00:44:29

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The Power of Conviction

4/19/2024
What do powerful leaders all have in common and why are they so successful? How do they pursue their goals? Brett breaks down the power behind a mind hack that has the potential to alter the course of one's life. ► Brett Johnson Show Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebrettjohnsonshow/ ► Brett Johnson Show Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/The-Brett-Johnson-Show-100086202897738/ ► Criminal Thoughts Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@criminalthoughtspodcast ► Brett's Twitter: https://www.x.com/gollumfun Follow more of Brett: https://www.thebrettjohnsonshow.com Watch Brett Johnson on Lex Friedman: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cC1LFC0KFSw Watch Brett Johnson on the Jordan B Peterson Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cz0GVLzzYlg ABOUT BRETT Brett Johnson. Former U.S. Most Wanted Cybercriminal. Now Good Guy. The United States Secret Service called Mr. Johnson "The Original Internet Godfather" for his role in refining modern financial cybercrime. Or to put it another way: Brett was convicted of 39 felonies, placed on the U.S. Most Wanted List, escaped from prison, and… he built the first organized cybercrime community, Shadowcrew was a precursor to today's darknet and darknet markets, and it laid the foundation for the way modern cybercrime channels operate today. Johnson was sentenced to 90 months in Federal Prison. End of story? Not hardly. Brett found redemption through his sister, his wife Michele, and finally the FBI. He was given the chance to turn his life around. He took it. Today, Brett is considered one of the leading authorities on cybercrime, identity theft, and cybersecurity on the planet. He works hard to protect businesses and consumers from the type of person he used to be.

Duration:00:51:26

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I Walked In To A Church

4/11/2024
Brett shares his most recent visit to a church after enduring a traumatizing childhood where religion had been weaponized against him. He underscores the search for truth in a decaying society, resurrecting his own faith in humanity. ► Brett Johnson Show Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebrettjohnsonshow/ ► Brett Johnson Show Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/The-Brett-Johnson-Show-100086202897738/ ► Criminal Thoughts Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@criminalthoughtspodcast ► Brett's Twitter: https://www.x.com/gollumfun Follow more of Brett: https://www.thebrettjohnsonshow.com Watch Brett Johnson on Lex Friedman: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cC1LFC0KFSw Watch Brett Johnson on the Jordan B Peterson Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cz0GVLzzYlg ABOUT BRETT Brett Johnson. Former U.S. Most Wanted Cybercriminal. Now Good Guy. The United States Secret Service called Mr. Johnson "The Original Internet Godfather" for his role in refining modern financial cybercrime. Or to put it another way: Brett was convicted of 39 felonies, placed on the U.S. Most Wanted List, escaped from prison, and… he built the first organized cybercrime community, Shadowcrew was a precursor to today's darknet and darknet markets, and it laid the foundation for the way modern cybercrime channels operate today. Johnson was sentenced to 90 months in Federal Prison. End of story? Not hardly. Brett found redemption through his sister, his wife Michele, and finally the FBI. He was given the chance to turn his life around. He took it. Today, Brett is considered one of the leading authorities on cybercrime, identity theft, and cybersecurity on the planet. He works hard to protect businesses and consumers from the type of person he used to be.

Duration:01:06:00

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Internet Godfather Reveals the TRUTH About Crypto

4/6/2024
How did cryptocurrency get it's start? Why is crypto so valuable today? Who REALLY controls the crypto markets? Brett explains it all and even dabbles in a crypto exchange. ► Brett Johnson Show Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebrettjohnsonshow/ ► Brett Johnson Show Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/The-Brett-Johnson-Show-100086202897738/ ► Criminal Thoughts Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@criminalthoughtspodcast ► Brett's Twitter: https://www.x.com/gollumfun Follow more of Brett: https://www.thebrettjohnsonshow.com Watch Brett Johnson on Lex Friedman: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cC1LFC0KFSw Watch Brett Johnson on the Jordan B Peterson Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cz0GVLzzYlg ABOUT BRETT Brett Johnson. Former U.S. Most Wanted Cybercriminal. Now Good Guy. The United States Secret Service called Mr. Johnson "The Original Internet Godfather" for his role in refining modern financial cybercrime. Or to put it another way: Brett was convicted of 39 felonies, placed on the U.S. Most Wanted List, escaped from prison, and… he built the first organized cybercrime community, Shadowcrew was a precursor to today's darknet and darknet markets, and it laid the foundation for the way modern cybercrime channels operate today. Johnson was sentenced to 90 months in Federal Prison. End of story? Not hardly. Brett found redemption through his sister, his wife Michele, and finally the FBI. He was given the chance to turn his life around. He took it. Today, Brett is considered one of the leading authorities on cybercrime, identity theft, and cybersecurity on the planet. He works hard to protect businesses and consumers from the type of person he used to be.

Duration:01:26:18

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Making Amends

3/20/2024
This episode is full of emotion, starting with my rants and ending with a story from my past. ABOUT BRETT Brett Johnson. Former U.S. Most Wanted Cybercriminal. Now Good Guy. The United States Secret Service called Mr. Johnson "The Original Internet Godfather" for his role in refining modern financial cybercrime. Or to put it another way: Brett was convicted of 39 felonies, placed on the U.S. Most Wanted List, escaped from prison, and … he built the first organized cybercrime community, Shadowcrew was a precursor to today's darknet and darknet markets, and it laid the foundation for the way modern cybercrime channels operate today. Johnson was sentenced to 90 months in Federal Prison. End of story? Not hardly. Brett found redemption through his sister, his wife Michele, and finally the FBI. He was given the chance to turn his life around. He took it. Today, Brett is considered one of the leading authorities on cybercrime, identity theft, and cybersecurity on the planet. He works hard to protect businesses and consumers from the type of person he used to be. Follow me for more at: www.thebrettjohnsonshow.com

Duration:01:01:40

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My Problems with Faith (ft. Christian Leader, Tom Harper)

3/13/2024
On this episode I'm talking with Tom Harper about his faith and my problems with my own. Tom is an author and publisher of BiblicalLeadership.com , as well as the executive chairman of Networld Media Group. ABOUT BRETT Brett Johnson. Former U.S. Most Wanted Cybercriminal. Now Good Guy. The United States Secret Service called Mr. Johnson "The Original Internet Godfather" for his role in refining modern financial cybercrime. Or to put it another way: Brett was convicted of 39 felonies, placed on the U.S. Most Wanted List, escaped from prison, and … he built the first organized cybercrime community, Shadowcrew was a precursor to today's darknet and darknet markets, and it laid the foundation for the way modern cybercrime channels operate today. Johnson was sentenced to 90 months in Federal Prison. End of story? Not hardly. Brett found redemption through his sister, his wife Michele, and finally the FBI. He was given the chance to turn his life around. He took it. Today, Brett is considered one of the leading authorities on cybercrime, identity theft, and cybersecurity on the planet. He works hard to protect businesses and consumers from the type of person he used to be. Follow me for more at: www.thebrettjohnsonshow.com

Duration:01:00:17

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I Tried DMT

3/6/2024
I'm sharing the surprising experience I recently had with the psychedelic drug DMT. ABOUT BRETT Brett Johnson. Former U.S. Most Wanted Cybercriminal. Now Good Guy. The United States Secret Service called Mr. Johnson "The Original Internet Godfather" for his role in refining modern financial cybercrime. Or to put it another way: Brett was convicted of 39 felonies, placed on the U.S. Most Wanted List, escaped from prison, and … he built the first organized cybercrime community, Shadowcrew was a precursor to today's darknet and darknet markets, and it laid the foundation for the way modern cybercrime channels operate today. Johnson was sentenced to 90 months in Federal Prison. End of story? Not hardly. Brett found redemption through his sister, his wife Michele, and finally the FBI. He was given the chance to turn his life around. He took it. Today, Brett is considered one of the leading authorities on cybercrime, identity theft, and cybersecurity on the planet. He works hard to protect businesses and consumers from the type of person he used to be. Follow me for more at: www.thebrettjohnsonshow.com

Duration:01:03:56

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Reading Your Viewer Emails

2/26/2024
I'm reading and responding to YOUR emails and DM's on today's episode of The Brett Johnson Show! ABOUT BRETT Brett Johnson. Former U.S. Most Wanted Cybercriminal. Now Good Guy. The United States Secret Service called Mr. Johnson "The Original Internet Godfather" for his role in refining modern financial cybercrime. Or to put it another way: Brett was convicted of 39 felonies, placed on the U.S. Most Wanted List, escaped from prison, and … he built the first organized cybercrime community, Shadowcrew was a precursor to today's darknet and darknet markets, and it laid the foundation for the way modern cybercrime channels operate today. Johnson was sentenced to 90 months in Federal Prison. End of story? Not hardly. Brett found redemption through his sister, his wife Michele, and finally the FBI. He was given the chance to turn his life around. He took it. Today, Brett is considered one of the leading authorities on cybercrime, identity theft, and cybersecurity on the planet. He works hard to protect businesses and consumers from the type of person he used to be. Follow me for more at: www.thebrettjohnsonshow.com

Duration:00:50:45

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The PENISODE | All About My Penile Implant

2/13/2024
This episode is all about me! Learn all the ups and downs of having a penile implant from the "Godfather of Cybercrime". ABOUT BRETT Brett Johnson. Former U.S. Most Wanted Cybercriminal. Now Good Guy. The United States Secret Service called Mr. Johnson "The Original Internet Godfather" for his role in refining modern financial cybercrime. Or to put it another way: Brett was convicted of 39 felonies, placed on the U.S. Most Wanted List, escaped from prison, and … he built the first organized cybercrime community, Shadowcrew was a precursor to today's darknet and darknet markets, and it laid the foundation for the way modern cybercrime channels operate today. Johnson was sentenced to 90 months in Federal Prison. End of story? Not hardly. Brett found redemption through his sister, his wife Michele, and finally the FBI. He was given the chance to turn his life around. He took it. Today, Brett is considered one of the leading authorities on cybercrime, identity theft, and cybersecurity on the planet. He works hard to protect businesses and consumers from the type of person he used to be. Follow me for more at: www.thebrettjohnsonshow.com +

Duration:00:48:35

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How Craig Stanland Reinvented His Life After Prison

1/22/2024
On today’s show we are going to be talking to Craig Stanland .He's a former felon and has turned his life around after finding his value in prison. ABOUT BRETT Brett Johnson. Former U.S. Most Wanted Cybercriminal. Now Good Guy. The United States Secret Service called Mr. Johnson "The Original Internet Godfather" for his role in refining modern financial cybercrime. Or to put it another way: Brett was convicted of 39 felonies, placed on the U.S. Most Wanted List, escaped from prison, and … he built the first organized cybercrime community, Shadowcrew was a precursor to today's darknet and darknet markets, and it laid the foundation for the way modern cybercrime channels operate today. Johnson was sentenced to 90 months in Federal Prison. End of story? Not hardly. Brett found redemption through his sister, his wife Michele, and finally the FBI. He was given the chance to turn his life around. He took it. Today, Brett is considered one of the leading authorities on cybercrime, identity theft, and cybersecurity on the planet. He works hard to protect businesses and consumers from the type of person he used to be. Follow me for more at: www.thebrettjohnsonshow.com

Duration:01:31:09

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Disarming Disinformation & Promoting Truth In Media with Andrew V. Edwards

1/16/2024
On today’s show we are going to be talking to Anthony V. Edwards. He’s a futurist, an author, and a digital marketing consultant. We discuss how his company Verity7 is providing individuals, organizations, and communities with the necessary tools and knowledge to combat disinformation effectively. ABOUT BRETT Brett Johnson. Former U.S. Most Wanted Cybercriminal. Now Good Guy. The United States Secret Service called Mr. Johnson "The Original Internet Godfather" for his role in refining modern financial cybercrime. Or to put it another way: Brett was convicted of 39 felonies, placed on the U.S. Most Wanted List, escaped from prison, and … he built the first organized cybercrime community, Shadowcrew was a precursor to today's darknet and darknet markets, and it laid the foundation for the way modern cybercrime channels operate today. Johnson was sentenced to 90 months in Federal Prison. End of story? Not hardly. Brett found redemption through his sister, his wife Michele, and finally the FBI. He was given the chance to turn his life around. He took it. Today, Brett is considered one of the leading authorities on cybercrime, identity theft, and cybersecurity on the planet. He works hard to protect businesses and consumers from the type of person he used to be. Follow me for more at: www.thebrettjohnsonshow.com

Duration:01:00:48

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Disarming Disinformation & Promoting Truth In Media with Andrew V. Edwards

1/16/2024
On today’s show we are going to be talking to Anthony V. Edwards. He’s a futurist, an author, and a digital marketing consultant. We discuss how his company Verity7 is providing individuals, organizations, and communities with the necessary tools and knowledge to combat disinformation effectively. ABOUT BRETT Brett Johnson. Former U.S. Most Wanted Cybercriminal. Now Good Guy. The United States Secret Service called Mr. Johnson "The Original Internet Godfather" for his role in refining modern financial cybercrime. Or to put it another way: Brett was convicted of 39 felonies, placed on the U.S. Most Wanted List, escaped from prison, and … he built the first organized cybercrime community, Shadowcrew was a precursor to today's darknet and darknet markets, and it laid the foundation for the way modern cybercrime channels operate today. Johnson was sentenced to 90 months in Federal Prison. End of story? Not hardly. Brett found redemption through his sister, his wife Michele, and finally the FBI. He was given the chance to turn his life around. He took it. Today, Brett is considered one of the leading authorities on cybercrime, identity theft, and cybersecurity on the planet. He works hard to protect businesses and consumers from the type of person he used to be. Follow me for more at: www.thebrettjohnsonshow.com

Duration:01:00:48

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Debriefing From My Recent Jordan Peterson Show Interview

1/11/2024
Reflections from my recent interview and experience on the Jordan Peterson Show Watch the Jordan Peterson Show Interview: The Man Behind the Dark Web | Brett Johnson | EP 306 • Dr. Peterson Interviews Former U.S. M... ABOUT BRETT Brett Johnson. Former U.S. Most Wanted Cybercriminal. Now Good Guy. The United States Secret Service called Mr. Johnson "The Original Internet Godfather" for his role in refining modern financial cybercrime. Or to put it another way: Brett was convicted of 39 felonies, placed on the U.S. Most Wanted List, escaped from prison, and … he built the first organized cybercrime community, Shadowcrew was a precursor to today's darknet and darknet markets, and it laid the foundation for the way modern cybercrime channels operate today. Johnson was sentenced to 90 months in Federal Prison. End of story? Not hardly. Brett found redemption through his sister, his wife Michele, and finally the FBI. He was given the chance to turn his life around. He took it. Today, Brett is considered one of the leading authorities on cybercrime, identity theft, and cybersecurity on the planet. He works hard to protect businesses and consumers from the type of person he used to be. Follow me for more at: www.thebrettjohnsonshow.com

Duration:01:11:10

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How to Identify Scams with SCAM KILLER STEVE

1/4/2024
On today’s show we are going to be talking to Steve from a website called ScamKillers.org. A self-appointed “High Tech Priest” he spends his days killing all of the scam sites on the Internet. See his work @ScamJam01http://www.scamkillers.org ABOUT THE SHOW Brett Johnson. Former U.S. Most Wanted Cybercriminal. Now Good Guy. The United States Secret Service called Mr. Johnson "The Original Internet Godfather" for his role in refining modern financial cybercrime. Or to put it another way: Brett was convicted of 39 felonies, placed on the U.S. Most Wanted List, escaped from prison, and … he built the first organized cybercrime community, Shadowcrew. Brett is considered one of the leading authorities on cybercrime, identity theft, and cybersecurity on the planet. He works hard to protect businesses and consumers from the type of person he used to be. Follow me for more at: www.thebrettjohnsonshow.com

Duration:00:42:18

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How a Former America's Most Wanted Criminal Turned His Life Around

12/20/2023
description Brett Johnson. Former U.S. Most Wanted Cybercriminal. Now Good Guy. The United States Secret Service called Mr. Johnson "The Original Internet Godfather" for his role in refining modern financial cybercrime. Or to put it another way: Brett was convicted of 39 felonies, placed on the U.S. Most Wanted List, escaped from prison, and … he built the first organized cybercrime community, Shadowcrew. Shadowcrew was a precursor to today's darknet and darknet markets, and it laid the foundation for the way modern cybercrime channels operate today. Johnson was sentenced to 90 months in Federal Prison. End of story? Not hardly. Brett found redemption through his sister, his wife Michele, and finally the FBI. He was given the chance to turn his life around. He took it. Today, Brett is considered one of the leading authorities on cybercrime, identity theft, and cybersecurity on the planet. He works hard to protect businesses and consumers from the type of person he used to be. Follow me for more at: www.thebrettjohnsonshow.com

Duration:00:53:57

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How to Survive with Chris Weatherman aka "Angery American"

12/16/2023
On this episode of The Brett Johnson Show I'm learning how to survive when SHTF from none other than Chris Weatherman aka ANGERY AMERICAN @angery-american ABOUT Chris Weatherman Chris Weatherman, also known as ANGERY AMERICAN, is the author of 23 published works (and counting), including USA Today Best Sellers Forsaking Home and Resurrecting Home. His books include the Survivalist Series—a sensational hit that began with the Book 1, Going Home—and has now sold more than one million copies worldwide. Learn more about Chris at: https://angeryamerican.com/ iption

Duration:00:46:48

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Mental Theft & Social Engineering with Paul Newton | The Brett Johnson Show #98

12/9/2023
On this episode of The Brett Johnson Show I'll be sharing with you the magic that is Paul Newton @PaulNewtonMagic We deep dive into the topic of social engineering, and discuss how easy it is to manipulate and trick users into making security mistakes or giving away sensitive information. ABOUT PAUL NEWTON Paul Newton, under the brand MentalTheft has become the biggest voice for bridging the gap between cybersecurity experts and the average person. As a charismatic and exciting entertainer, Paul wow’s and captivates audiences, all whilst educating them on the issues of scams, theft and cyber security. Learn more about Paul at: https://mentaltheft.co.uk/ Follow me for more at: www.thebrettjohnsonshow.com

Duration:00:49:50

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#97 Greg van der Gaast Discusses a Better Way to Infosec. The Brett Johnson Show.

11/12/2023
Greg has a diverse 25-year background in Information Security, with a range of engaging stories and insightful perspectives from his career: A former teenage hacker that achieved notoriety by breaking into a nuclear weapons facility, an undercover FBI & DoD operative, a cutting edge technical consultant, a business-minded CISO building Information security programs for startups and Fortune 500's alike, an author, and an international speaker. Greg visits The Brett Johnson Show to discuss proper Infosec and more. Contact Greg: https://gregvandergaast.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregvandergaast/ Email: info@gregvandergaast.com

Duration:00:43:36

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#96 Devon James Explains Web3. The Brett Johnson Show.

11/7/2023
Where is the Internet going? What will it look like as it evolves? Welcome to Web3. Devon James is the co-founder and Director of Technology for the Web3 Working Group, and Chief Technology Officer at Alexandria Labs. Devon is also the co-inventor of the Open Index Protocol, founder of the Blockchain Technology Group, and previously served as the CEO of Happy Owl Studios. Prior to his time in tech, Devon served in the USMC Infantry from 2001-2008. Devon visits The Brett Johnson Show to explain and discuss Web3. More about Devon and the Web3 Working Group: Web3 Working Group: https://www.web3wg.org/ The Web3 Working Group YT/Weekly Live Show: https://www.youtube.com/@web3wg/videos Devon's Twitter: @devonrjames Web3 Working Group Twitter: @web3wg

Duration:01:02:30

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#95 David Morris on Crypto, FTX, SBF (Sam Bankman-Fried), the Trial, and the Fallacy of Effective Altruism. The Brett Johnson Show.

10/30/2023
David Z. Morris is a veteran financial and technology journalist. A former staffer at Fortune Magazine and former lead columnist at CoinDesk, David has spent years covering topics ranging from biotechnology, transportation networks, and electric vehicles to global financial frauds, blockchain and crypto payments, and the growing cancer of the Silicon Valley ideology. David visits the Brett Johnson the collapse of FTX and the ongoing Trial of Sam Bankman-Fried, who "misplaced" $8billion of customer funds. "Misplaced." Kind of a fancy word for paying Tom Brady, Steph Curry, building FTX Arena, buying tens of millions in real estate, committing fraud, etc., etc. etc.Brett and David discuss SBF, the case, the parents, and Sam's philosophy of "Effective Altruism." You can read more about David Morris at davidzmorris.substack.com or follow him on Twitter at @davidzmorris

Duration:01:21:42