Gerald Payne, a charismatic church founder, promised his followers that their donations would be blessed by God, guaranteeing them financial rewards. However, behind the facade, Payne ran a massive $500 million pyramid scheme.
1. Hook, Line and Sucker / Maxfield Parish Art Heist
Aired: Jun 21, 2007The next episode of American Greed exposes the tactics of a cunning con artis...
2. The Imposter: Dr. Barnes / Interstate Bank Mart Bandit
Aired: Jun 28, 2007A shocking truth is revealed as investigators uncover Dr. Gerald Barnes' true...
3. Art Heist: Fine Arts Express / Medical Scams: Dr. Martinez
Aired: Jul 5, 2007A wave of identity thefts is plaguing the area, with stolen information being...
4. Meth Identity Thieves / The Wheaton Bandit
Aired: Jul 12, 2007A financial crisis hits the Baptist Foundation of Arizona, resulting in signi...
5. Religious Prey: Baptist Foundation of Arizona / Medical Scams: Dr. Mikos
Aired: Jul 19, 2007Gerald Payne, a charismatic church founder, promised his followers that their...
6. Religious Prey: Greater Ministries Int'l / It Takes a Thief
Aired: Jul 26, 2007The next episode explores the case of Gerald Payne, a charismatic church foun...
Appearances
Seasons: 16
Current Status: Returning Series
Network: CNBC
Production Country: United States
Genres:Crime, Documentary
