Show Notes for Episode 38: Charities, Tax Shelters, and Crimes...Oh My! Hosts: Dominique Molina and Tom Gorczynski Summary In this episode of "Tax Crime Junkies," we delve into the shady dealings of Michael L. Meyer and his notorious "Ultimate Tax Plan." Discover how Meyer, posing as a trustworthy professional, lured financial planners and their wealthy clients into a fraudulent scheme promising massive tax breaks without real charitable contributions. Through a network of bogus charities and deceitful appraisals, Meyer managed to orchestrate one of the most elaborate tax frauds in recent hist ..read more

Show Notes for Tax Crime Junkies: "Just When You Think You Know a Person: Alan Fabian’s Savvy Scheme" Episode Summary: In this eye-opening episode of Tax Crime Junkies, your hosts Dominique and Tom delve into the complex and shocking world of Alan Fabian. A seemingly perfect citizen, family man, and business mogul, Alan's life took a dark turn into criminal activity, culminating in a 23-count criminal indictment in 2007. Discover how Alan's insatiable greed and savvy schemes fooled everyone around him and led to his downfall. What You'll Learn: The Double Life of Alan Fabian: How a respected ..read more

This April Fool's Day, "Tax Crime Junkies" takes a detour from the usual maze of numbers and legal intrigue to bring you something completely different—a bonus episode packed with our most hilarious bloopers! Join Dom and Tom as they let their guard down and share the moments that didn't make the cut. From tongue-tied explanations of tax legislation to unexpectedly comedic interpretations of courtroom drama, "No Joke Left Behind: The Tax Crime Junkies' Blooper Bonanza" promises a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the lighter side of making a tax crime podcast. Expect laughter, a few facepalms, an ..read more

Episode Summary: In this compelling follow-up episode of "Tax Crime Junkies," hosts Dom and Tom continue their deep dive with Frank Kelly, the tax preparer whose battle against federal charges captivated our audience. In Part 2 of our exclusive interview, Kelly opens up about the aftermath of his trial, his journey towards personal and professional redemption, and his ongoing efforts to advocate for fairness and transparency in the tax system. Key Episode Highlights: Rebuilding After the Verdict: Kelly discusses the challenges of rebuilding his life and career following the resolution of hi ..read more

Episode Summary: Don't Miss - who Frank says is fat, bald headed pigtails on a flying carpet.  In an unprecedented episode of "Tax Crime Junkies," hosts Dom and Tom sit down with Frank Kelly, the tax preparer at the heart of the United States v. Frank Kelly case. After navigating through a harrowing legal battle against charges of conspiracy to defraud the United States, Kelly shares his side of the story in an exclusive, revealing interview. Listen as Kelly delves into the intricacies of his case, the emotional toll of the trial, and his candid thoughts on the justice system.   Key ..read more

Episode Summary: In this gripping episode of "Tax Crime Junkies," hosts Dom and Tom delve into the captivating case of United States v. Frank Kelly, a story that navigates the murky waters of tax law, justice, and the lengths to which individuals will go to contest the might of the IRS. Set against the backdrop of a seemingly innocuous auto repair shop in Pennsylvania, this episode unravels the complex legal battle faced by tax preparer Frank Kelly, charged with conspiracy to defraud the United States. Key Episode Highlights: The Beginning: The episode kicks off with the story of an auto rep ..read more

Prepare for another riveting episode of Tax Crime Junkies as we venture into the controversial world of the famed Chrisley family. Unravel their tumultuous journey from celebrity status to courtrooms through our meticulously constructed narrative. Explore the depth of their legal battles, the shocking accusations of embezzlement, fraud, and money laundering, and their surprising resilience amidst hardships. Join hosts Dom and Tom on a deep dive into the intricate network of the Chrisleys' controversies that reveal the importance of tax compliance and the potentially disastrous repercussions of ..read more

Welcome to the latest episode of Tax Crime Junkies, where we take a deep dive into the infamous South Lane Enterprise scandal. Join this exhilarating journey as hosts Dom and Tom chat with special guest, certified fraud examiner Richard Bailey about the ins and outs of famously exposing a staggering $350 million fraud. A phone call in the summer of 2013 marked the beginning of the riveting tale woven with greed, fraud, and the spectacular downfall of South Lane Enterprise. Bailey narrates the thrilling saga of uncovering $1.2 million in mysterious funds, signing stock certificates under severe ..read more

Show Notes: Welcome back to another episode of Tax Crime Junkies! In this thrilling episode, we dive deep into the infamous Southport Lane scandal, a story of financial manipulation, deceit, and a downfall that shook the world of private equity. Hosts: Dom and Tom Special Guest: Richard Bailey, Certified Fraud Examiner and author of "Pirate Cove: An Insider's Account of the Infamous Southport Lane Scandal"   Episode Highlights: Introduction to Richard Bailey (00:02:00): We introduce our special guest, Richard Bailey, whose expertise as a certified fraud examiner brings unique insights i ..read more

Tax Crime Junkies: “Delinquent Judges and Juvenile Delinquents” - Part Two Welcome back to the gripping conclusion of our two-part series on the notorious "Kids for Cash" scandal. Hosts Dominique Molina, a CPA certified tax strategist, and Tom Gorczynski, an enrolled agent and tax instructor, delve deep into the corrupt world of two Pennsylvania judges, Mark Ciavarella and Michael Conahan. Episode Highlights: The Kids for Cash Scandal: Unpacking the scandalous activities of Judges Ciavarella and Conahan who exploited their positions to make millions by sentencing first-time juvenile offender ..read more