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James Whitner's Backdoor Sneaker Ring Busted - Episode 60
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In this episode, we delve into the current money laundering allegations against James Whitner of the Whitaker Group, owner of Social Status and A Ma Maniere. The podcast breaks down the possible scheme which allegedly involved selling Nike product to a Chinese buyer, with proceeds said to have been laundered and traced back to Whitner. We explore a possible timeline of events from 2017 to 2022, examine key players involved, and touch on the court documents. We also delve into past backdoor allegations against Whitner and also his growing influence at Nike and the uncertainty of his future in light of the scandal. Amidst all these revelations, we are reminded that allegations remain allegations until proven guilty in a court of law.
Timestamps:
00:00 - Cold Open
04:12 - The Major Players
08:28 - The Scheme
14:00 - Axe to Fall: A Timeline
17:46 - Backdoor Allegations over the Years
19:56 - Influence at Jordan Brand
21:34 - What's Next
29:54 - Outro
76 episod
Manage episode 385170571 series 3355641
In this episode, we delve into the current money laundering allegations against James Whitner of the Whitaker Group, owner of Social Status and A Ma Maniere. The podcast breaks down the possible scheme which allegedly involved selling Nike product to a Chinese buyer, with proceeds said to have been laundered and traced back to Whitner. We explore a possible timeline of events from 2017 to 2022, examine key players involved, and touch on the court documents. We also delve into past backdoor allegations against Whitner and also his growing influence at Nike and the uncertainty of his future in light of the scandal. Amidst all these revelations, we are reminded that allegations remain allegations until proven guilty in a court of law.
Timestamps:
00:00 - Cold Open
04:12 - The Major Players
08:28 - The Scheme
14:00 - Axe to Fall: A Timeline
17:46 - Backdoor Allegations over the Years
19:56 - Influence at Jordan Brand
21:34 - What's Next
29:54 - Outro
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