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"Frontline" Director Martin Smith on Bernie Madoff
A new "Frontline" documentary traces the evolution of Bernard Madoff's rise to power and very public downfall. Since the mid-60s Madoff tapped money from businessmen and corporations creating one of the first global Ponzi schemes. Larry talks to director Martin Smith about the rise and fall of Bernie Madoff and the scandal's lasting impact on Wall Street.
A new "Frontline" documentary traces the evolution of Bernard Madoff's rise to power and very public downfall. Since the mid-60s Madoff tapped money from businessmen and corporations creating one of the first global Ponzi schemes. Larry talks to director Martin Smith about the rise and fall of Bernie Madoff and the scandal's lasting impact on Wall Street.