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EPISODE · Dec 25, 2025 · 49 MIN

RE-RELEASE: NYC Soho Crypto Kidnapping Case: Full Deep Dive & Timeline

from I Know You Didn't Ask with Megan O'Donnell

MERRY CHRISTMAS YA FILTHY ANIMALS! I'm lazy & haven't been recording, so here's a re-release of one my BEST SHOWS EVER. This Friday's Episode, we’re diving headfirst into the absolute fever dream that is the NYC Crypto Kidnappers case—a tale of SoHo nightlife, Bitcoin passwords, and enough alleged torture to make a Tarantino script blush. Picture this: crypto bros John Woeltz (self-appointed “Crypto King of Kentucky”) and William Duplessie allegedly lure an Italian man to their $15 million townhouse, then hold him for 17 days, shocking him with a Taser, dousing him in tequila, and even dangling him from a staircase until he coughed up his Bitcoin passwords. The victim eventually escapes barefoot and bloodied into the street… which is where things should have ended—except the defense is now claiming it was all one big consensual drug-fueled “frat party” gone wrong. Oh, and making a cameo in this circus? None other than Charlie Zakkour from Next Gen NYC—yes, spotted in footage of John’s arrest, just hanging around like it’s a Tuesday.We’ll unpack every unhinged twist: the million-dollar bail, the bizarre “manifesto” found in Kentucky, the defense’s wild party-story spin, and the sheer absurdity of how fast crypto cash can turn your penthouse into a true crime set piece. From the Soho club scene to the courtroom drama, this story is part Wolf of Wall Street, part Saw, and 100% a cautionary tale about what happens when the blockchain bros go feral. Buckle up—this isn’t just a kidnapping case, it’s a masterclass in how to completely torch your reputation (and allegedly, other people).Listen to I Know You Didn't Ask wherever you listen to podcasts! Let's connect - follow on Instagram, Facebook & TikTok! Email me at [email protected] to say hi :) If you’re enjoying the show, please leave a 5 ⭐️ review on Apple Podcasts — it really helps!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/bravo-happy-hour. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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