Aug. 19, 2025

Is it Safe to go in the Water? The Loan Sharks

Is it Safe to go in the Water? The Loan Sharks
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Is it Safe to go in the Water? The Loan Sharks
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The girls delve into loan sharking in Massachusetts in the 1970s, focusing on key figures like Jimmy Martorano and the various legal challenges they faced. They discuss the timeline of the arrests, the run up to Operation Lobster, the ongoing legal battles and the connection of some of the men to Lara's father, Richie.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Listener Engagement

01:02 Loan Sharking in Massachusetts

05:33 The Case Against Loan Sharks

11:20 Legal Troubles and Appeals

15:05 Wrap-Up and Future Episodes

Thank you for listening!

All the best,

Lara & Nina