American Scandal
Wondery
SummaryAmerican Scandal pulls back the curtain on the moments that defined our culture, our politics, and our justice system, transforming headlines into gripping narrative journeys. Hosted with a focus on immersive storytelling, each season dives deep into a specific historical controversy—from the chilling corruption of Mafia-affiliated police officers to the high-stakes political drama surrounding the Chappaquiddick incident. This isn’t just a simple retelling of the past; it is a meticulous investigation into the "why" behind these events. The show excels at exposing the systems of power that often shield the guilty. Whether it is examining the evolution of modern organized crime, the unsettling history of medical malpractice, or the dark intersections between Cold War espionage and sports, the podcast consistently explores how institutions fail and how individuals manipulate those failures for personal gain. By blending expert interviews, detailed archival research, and a relentless focus on the human impact of these events, American Scandal challenges you to rethink the official narratives you thought you knew. You will find yourself drawn into a world of complex motivations, moral compromises, and the often-frustrating pursuit of truth. If you enjoy deep-dive journalism that balances tension with historical clarity, this series offers a persistent, thought-provoking look at the underbelly of the American experience.
Updated Jun 30, 2026
Episodes
Mafia Cops | The New Underworld | 5
Traditional mafia structures have faded, replaced by complex transnational criminal networks and borderless cyber fraud.
Mafia Cops | The Rat | 4
Federal investigators turn a high-ranking mafia member into a key witness to finally take down two corrupt detectives.
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Investigate the chilling theory that the CIA poisoned legendary goalkeeper Gordon Banks to sabotage England.
Mafia Cops | The Crystal Ball | 3
Mob underboss Anthony Casso flips on the FBI, exposing the two NYPD detectives who served as his secret crystal ball.
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A charming neurosurgeon trades on his cowboy persona to hide a trail of shattered lives and surgical malpractice.
Mafia Cops | Murder For Hire | 2
Mafia boss Anthony Casso enlists corrupt detectives to hunt down the men who tried to assassinate him in Brooklyn.
Mafia Cops | The Thin Blue Line | 1
Decorated NYPD detectives Louis Eppolito and Stephen Caracapa lead a double life as contract hitmen for the mob.
Chappaquiddick | The Weight of the Name | 5
Ted Kennedy survived the Chappaquiddick scandal through political maneuvering and the weight of his family name.
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Chappaquiddick | Under Oath | 4
Ted Kennedy faces intense scrutiny as a judicial inquest forces him to testify under oath about the fatal crash.
Twlight Zone Accident | The Baby Mogul | 1
Lehman Brothers | Too Big, Still Failing | 5
Lehman Brothers | The Reckoning | 4
Lehman Brothers | The Wolf at The Door | 3
Lehman Brothers | Lehman is Different | 2
Lehman Brothers | The Gorilla of Wall Street | 1
ENCORE The Kidnapping of Patty Hearst | 4 Free Will | 4
ENCORE The Kidnapping of Patty Hearst | On the Road | 3
ENCORE The Kidnapping of Patty Hearst | The Negotiation | 2
ENCORE The Kidnapping of Patty Hearst | The Plot | 1
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