Prison Fraudster Hierarchy
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The speakers discuss how different types of fraudsters are perceived and treated in prison, comparing the Tinder Swindler to other notable fraudsters like Bernie Madoff.
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Prison Status of Financial Fraudsters:
- Bernie Madoff was reportedly treated "like a god" in prison
- Financial criminals can leverage their skills inside:
- Could teach others about markets
- Potential to dominate commissary operations
- Knowledge of financial systems is valuable
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Factors That Influence Prison Reception:
- Non-violent nature of financial crimes is viewed more favorably
- No harm to women or children improves standing
- Personal demeanor matters:
- "Douchebag aura" could cause problems
- Personality can override the nature of crimes
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The Tinder Swindler Case:
- Mixed opinions on how he would be received:
- Could be popular due to his swindling abilities
- Might be unpopular due to his personality
- Currently not in prison:
- Living freely despite his crimes
- Documentary serves as public punishment
- Netflix profiting from his story while victims still have debt
- Mixed opinions on how he would be received:
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Justice Perspective:
- Public exposure through documentary viewed as adequate punishment
- Suggestion that Netflix should pay victims' debts since they profit from the story
- Criticism of system allowing fraudster to remain free while profiting from notoriety
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