The Missing Cryptoqueen

Jen McAdam, a victims’ advocate and former OneCoin investor, shares her harrowing journey in the fight for justice against the OneCoin scam. She reveals her efforts in rallying hundreds of victims to join a class-action lawsuit, facing unexpected legal twists along the way. Jen discusses the challenges with claimants’ inconsistent evidence and the emotional toll of the process. As the hopes for compensation fluctuate, she navigates settlements and the withdrawal of her legal team, culminating in a confidential agreement that brings both relief and uncertainty.

Jen McAdam, a tireless campaigner and OneCoin victim, shares her arduous journey of seeking justice for herself and other investors who lost thousands. She discusses her fight against Dr. Ruja, the elusive founder of the scam, and the emotional toll on victims, including her friend Eileen. Jen details how she galvanizes over 400 participants for a group legal claim, aiming to freeze assets and recover losses. The podcast highlights the complexities of litigation and the powerful moment when victims transition from being chased to actively pursuing justice.

Rob Byrne, a podcast producer and investigator, joins private consultant Frank Ahern, who specializes in helping people disappear. They delve into the FBI's $5 million reward for Dr. Ruja and the latest sightings in Cape Town. Frank shares expert tactics on how to vanish, including careful planning and cutting ties with one's old life. They also discuss the plausibility of Cape Town's expat enclaves as potential hideouts and the ongoing challenges of tracking down fugitives in a digital age. Rumors and disinformation add another layer of intrigue to the search.

Jen McAdam, a Scottish OneCoin investor and author, shares her gripping journey from victim to advocate after losing money to the notorious Ponzi scheme. She reveals chilling new evidence suggesting that Dr. Ruja may still be alive despite reports of her murder. The conversation dives into Jen's relentless pursuit of Ruja, including haunting video sightings and police documents alleging connections to organized crime. Amidst the chaos, the recent murder of key figure Kuro raises more questions than answers, leaving listeners both intrigued and anxious for the truth.

It’s been eight years since Dr Ruja Ignatova persuaded millions to join her financial revolution, before disappearing. Jamie Bartlett picks up the story of the now FBI-wanted fugitive; following a trail of greed, deceit, and herd madness.

The search for Dr Ruja Ignatova takes an unexpected turn when a story emerges alleging she's been murdered. But with with sightings of Dr Ruja still coming in long after her apparent demise, can it be true? We speak to the Bulgarian journalists behind the story and team up with BBC colleagues to investigate the murder theory. It takes us on a trail to a Bulgarian man widely suspected of heading an organised crime organisation. Meanwhile, a trusted former adviser to Dr Ruja disappears, just like his old boss.Presenter: Jamie Bartlett Producer: Rob Byrne Executive Producer: Georgia Catt Commissioner: Dylan Haskins Series Editor: Philip Sellars Original music and sound design: Phil Channell Original music and vocals: Dessislava Stefanova and the London Bulgarian Choir Featuring material from: LiveNow from Fox, Radio 100,7. The Missing Cryptoqueen is a BBC Studios Audio production for BBC Sounds and BBC 5Live

How mysterious friends in influential places may have helped Ruja stay one step ahead. A massive revelation we only now know, but which Ruja knew years earlier. Who are they? And could they be helping her now?CREDITS Presenter: Jamie Bartlett Producers: Rob Byrne and Georgia Catt Original music and sound design: Phil Channell Original music and vocals: Dessislava Stefanova and the London Bulgarian Choir Studio Engineer: Giles Aspen Series Editor: Philip Sellars Commissioner: Dylan Haskins The Missing Cryptoqueen is a BBC Documentaries production for BBC Sounds and BBC 5Live

The search for Dr Ruja Ignatova gathers pace, five years after she disappeared. Files leaked from Dubai reveal how Dr Ruja stashed millions in the emirate and struck up a relationship with a mysterious sheikh. Then, a careless selfie leads the podcast to a mansion in an exclusive gated community. As the FBI steps up its search, new information surfaces about Dr Ruja’s disappearance from an unlikely source.Presenter: Jamie Bartlett Producers: Rob Byrne and Georgia Catt Series Producer: Georgia Catt Commissioner: Dylan Haskins Series Editor: Philip Sellars Original music and sound design: Phil Channell Original music and vocals: Dessislava Stefanova and the London Bulgarian Choir Featuring footage from: LiveNow from Fox, 5en News, Prag News, Welt Netzreporter The Missing Cryptoqueen is a BBC Documentaries production for BBC Sounds and BBC 5Live

The search for Dr Ruja is back on. A lot has happened since Episode 8.Original music and sound design: Phil Channell Original Music and vocals: Dessislava Stefanova and the London Bulgarian ChoirThis audio was updated on 12/08/2020 to reflect additional correspondence with Chelgate.

The final episode takes an unexpected twist.Presenter: Jamie Bartlett Producer: Georgia Catt Additional Research: Ignatius Bahizi Editor: Philip Sellars Original music and sound design: Phil Channell Original Music and vocals: Dessislava Stefanova and the London Bulgarian Choir