• Poyais Hoax: History's Ultimate Land Scam | History Defeats Itself Comedy Podcast

  • Mar 13 2024
  • Length: 52 mins
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Poyais Hoax: History's Ultimate Land Scam | History Defeats Itself Comedy Podcast

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  • Dive into the captivating story of the Poyais Scheme, the ultimate historical scam by Gregor MacGregor, who sold dreams of a nonexistent paradise to hundreds. Explore how this 19th-century con artist created Poyais, duping settlers and investors alike, and the stark reality that awaited them. From MacGregor's early exploits to the scheme's fallout and its place in the annals of financial frauds, this episode uncovers the allure of utopian dreams and the timeless lessons of history's audacious scams.

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