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How did the Ghetto Superstar rapper Pras Michel become locked in an international financial fraud case — and did his AI-loving lawyer stitch him up? In the first episode of Whale Hunting, investigative reporters Tom Wright and Bradley Hope dive into the unbelievable true story behind the conviction of rapper Pras Michel for money laundering, illegal lobbying, witness tampering and campaign finance violations. With Pras now back in the news with an unconventional legal appeal, Tom and Bradley discuss the rapper’s entanglement with the notorious Jho Low, from their first encounter in high end nightclubs to the pair’s efforts to manipulate the Trump administration. An intriguing tale of how money and influence can intertwine in incredible, sometimes shocking, ways. For more info and to sign up to the Whale Hunting newsletter, visit whalehunting.projectbrazen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://brazen.fm/plus/

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How did the Ghetto Superstar rapper Pras Michel become locked in an international financial fraud case — and did his AI-loving lawyer stitch him up? In the first episode of Whale Hunting, investigative reporters Tom Wright and Bradley Hope dive...

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