Chana Joffe-Walt, a Planet Money reporter known for her in-depth financial storytelling, brings to light the dramatic takeover of the Bank of Clark County. Joined by Todd Zalk, the bank's former vice president, they explore the emotional and logistical turmoil as federal regulators swooped in, drawing parallels to the recent collapse of Silicon Valley Bank. They share gripping firsthand accounts of employees caught off-guard, the behind-the-scenes maneuvers of the FDIC, and the challenges faced in stabilizing operations during a bank meltdown.
