Campus Files: Scandals, Secrets & Crimes at American Universities Gangster Capitalism S3: Jerry Falwell Jr. and Liberty University | EP2: A Hostel Arrangement
May 26, 2021
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Initial Encounter
- Giancarlo Granda, at 20, met Becki Falwell, who was noticeably drunk, at the Fontainebleau Hotel.
- She propositioned him for sex with her husband, Jerry Falwell Jr., watching.
Building Trust and Exploiting Weakness
- After the initial encounter, the Falwells encouraged Granda to finish school and offered financial assistance.
- This led to a weekend getaway where Granda revealed his past struggles with video game addiction.
Business Proposition and Family Introduction
- The Falwells proposed a business partnership with Granda, offering him a 25% stake in a Miami property.
- Granda, trusting their intentions, introduced his parents to the Falwells.