In this gripping episode of "Nickels and Crimes," we dive deep into the heart of the Halliburton Procurement Scandal. Join us as we uncover the shocking revelations, corporate misconduct, and the courageous whistleblower who dared to expose it all. From cost-plus contracts to jaw-dropping overcharges, this scandal has it all. Learn about Bunny Greenhouse, the woman who saw it coming and made waves on Capitol Hill. The Halliburton Procurement Scandal is far from over, and the truth is stranger than fiction. Tune in to uncover the real story behind one of the most notorious corporate scandals in recent history.

Welcome to "Nickels and Crimes: The Halliburton Procurement Scandal (Part 1)," the inaugural episode of our thrilling series that uncovers the dark underbelly of corporate procurement. In this episode, your host, James Boom, invites you to dive headfirst into the world of white-collar crime, where fraud, racketeering, bribery, kickbacks, corruption, bid rigging, and the manipulation of procurement rules take center stage.Prepare to be captivated as we unravel the shocking stories behind corporate giants like Halliburton and KBR, who found themselves mired in procurement scandals that sent shockwaves through the business world. We'll expose the peculiar bid specifications, the eyebrow-raising no-bid contracts, and the intricate web of deceit that allowed these companies to thrive in the shadows of the procurement universe.Through meticulous analysis and a gripping narrative, we'll explore the far-reaching consequences of these misdeeds, not only for the corporations involved but also for the economies and societies they impact. You'll gain insight into how the cost-plus pricing model led to staggering overcharging, the intricate details of vendor performance, and the alarming lack of contract management.Join us on this riveting journey into the heart of the Halliburton Procurement Scandal, where the line between business and crime blurs, and the stakes have never been higher. Subscribe now to "Nickels and Crimes," because the truth behind these scandals is just a click away.Stay tuned for Part 2, where we'll dig even deeper into the shocking tales of corporate greed and deceit that shook the foundations of trust in the business world.

How does a single individual manage to persuade a handful of insiders to engage in bid rigging and manipulation, all while securing the silence of the masses who prefer to look the other way?Some call them "bids"; some call them "tenders"; or perhaps you prefer the word "contracts".Whatever you call them, - Join us - on a riveting journey into the shadowy realm of corporate procurement corruption with "Nickels and Crimes"! This podcast series explores the hidden stories of history's procurement fraudsters and bid-rigging masterminds.In this gripping series, we delve into the lives of infamous individuals who used cunning and manipulation to infiltrate the world of procurement. We will take you behind the scenes and working of the likes of Siemens, a global conglomerate embroiled in a bribery scandal that rocked the business world. Explore the Halliburton scandal, where political connections paved the way for massive overcharges during the Iraq War.We'll uncover how Volkswagen's emissions scandal extended to procurement manipulation, and how Enron's deceitful practices extended to bid rigging and market manipulation, causing widespread consequences.Nickels and Crimes sheds light on the dark secrets of those who manipulated procurement for power and profit. Tune in for a thrilling exploration of corporate intrigue, corruption, and the pursuit of ill-gotten wealth.NICKELS AND CRIMES is an SRM+ production.