Uncharitable
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 charities they support.
Podcasting since 2024 • 11 episodes
Uncharitable
Latest Episodes
10. The Eagles Nest | Oxfam
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.
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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38:13
9. Bad Pudsey | David Levi
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 ...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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17:05
8. You’ve got mail | Olive Cooke
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....
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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39:39
7. pay-per-view | Death Science/Med Ed Labs
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.
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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22:32
6. What fake cancer looks like | Madison Russo
"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 sh...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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28:18