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Charity Fraud, Scandals and Crimes. Uncharitable is the brand new, alternative, true crime podcast focusing on the darker side of charitable organisations and the impact of their misconduct on society. Host Odeya's personal connection to these stories adds an intriguing layer of authenticity and perspective, while the exploration of embezzlement, corruption, and financial misconduct within these organisations shed light on important issues and prompt listeners to think critically about the c ...
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Send us a text In July 2011, senior figures at Oxfam GB, received an email alerting them to expect a visit from a whistle blower. An investigation was soon conducted, but the charity decided it was best to bury its findings. Then, #metoo happened. Sources: 1. Haiti 2010 2. Haiti Earthquake History 3. Haiti Death Stats 4. Oxfam 5. Oxfam 2010 Respons…
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Send us a text In 2017, a phone call was made to Action Fraud UK by BBC Children in Need. Their concern was directed towards a man who had asked for a 90% commission from his collected donations. A month later, a decade-long scam would begin to crumble. Sources: 1. Pinsentmasons.com: Phishing attackers sent to prison 2. Daily Echo: Levi admits frau…
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Send us a text When a 92-year-old poppy seller jumps from a bridge in Bristol, UK, it quickly sparks public outrage towards charities who had been inundating the pensioner for months leading up to her death. And then, there was a call for reform. Sources 1. Daily mail: shame on charities that drove olive to her death 2. British Legion History 3. BB…
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7. pay-per-view | Death Science/Med Ed Labs
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Send us a text A Louisiana WW2 Veteran decides to donate his body to science in a final act of patriotism. Only to be used in a pay-per-view event in front of a paying audience. Sources: 1. Med page: Professor Conducted Autopsy against familys wishes 2. Daily Mail: outrage as live autopsy is carried out on WW2 Vet who died of Covid 3. Oregon Live: …
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6. What fake cancer looks like | Madison Russo
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Send us a text "On February 10th of 2022, quite possibly the worst day of my life occurred. I got the call from my oncologist and they found a mass on my pancreas and I had stage 2 pancreatic cancer at just 19 years old". Madison Russo loved to share her story. Perhaps, a little too much. Sources – 1. North Scott Press: Russo "I feel like I've been…
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Send us a text On the afternoon of September 27th, 1986, 1.5 million balloons were released into Clevelands skyline in aid of a charity. what remains, are the ghosts of the eighties pollutant decay. 1. wikipedia: Cleveland nicknames history 2. Youtube: Balloonfest'86 clip 1 3. Youtube: Balloonfest'86 clip 2 4. Youtube: Balloonfest'86 clip 3 5. Yout…
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Send us a text For Years The Tiger Temple was questioned over allegations of abuse and illegal trafficking. For years the government did nothing. Then, a raid finally took place. Sources: 1. Time: what really happened at Thailands Tiger temple 2. National Geographic: Tigers rescued die in goverment custody 3. National Geographic: Tiger Temple Thail…
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1. The Jester Investors | Comic Relief Scandal
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Send us a text In 2013 a renowned charity known for its Red Nose Day fundraisers, found itself embroiled in controversy and third sector corruption due to investments in the arms, tobacco and alcohol industries that seemingly contradicted its overall mission. Sources: 1. The Guardian: Church of England Wonga backer 2. Wikipedia: Ethiopia famine 3. …
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2. The Holy Rollers | Sisters Margaret Kreuper and Lana Chang
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Send us a text When the archdiocese conducted a financial review for the new, incoming principal of St.Joseph's, it appeared the numbers just weren't adding up. A substantial amount of School funds had been misappropriated for what appeared to be personal use starting from 2008. Where exactly the money went, was a question for the previous principa…
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3. The Kennel Inferno | Manchester Dogs Home Fire
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Send us a text On the evening of September 11th, 2014, a devastating fire engulfed animal welfare charity, Manchester Dogs Home. Despite rescue efforts, not every animal could be saved, but a nation refused to let the organisation crumble. For more information about Manchester Dogs Home click here Sources: 1. Wikipedia: Manchester and Cheshire Dogs…
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Send us a text Do charities still have the mission in mind? I don't think so. Uncharitable is the brand new, alternative, true crime podcast. Focusing on the darker side of charitable organisations and the impact of their misconduct on society. Host Odeya's personal connection to these stories add an intriguing layer of authenticity and perspective…
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