Fuckup – The Podcast

The protagonist’s life unravels as he balances drug smuggling, addiction, and a deteriorating relationship with Becca. Expanding into cocaine transportation ends in disaster, forcing him to shut down operations. After he sells the restaurant and detoxes, he resolves to leave the criminal world but succumbs to the lure of a “big score.” A final attempt at a grand criminal summit collapses in a poli...

After establishing himself as a restaurant owner on the Spanish Riviera, the protagonist’s underworld connections draw him into the lucrative hashish trade. Partnering with the dealers, Belfast and Newcastle, he orchestrates a complex smuggling operation, transporting large quantities from Morocco to Northern Ireland. Despite meticulous planning and caution, the risks of the illegal trade weigh he...

After two years of survival in prison, the protagonist secures his freedom through a risky deal with the corrupt judge, thanks to Fernando's support. Adjusting to life outside proves challenging, with guilt and restlessness following him. He rebuilds his life as a golf instructor in Spain and later co-owns a successful restaurant that attracts legitimate patrons and underworld figures. Despite eff...

In the last episode, the protagonist allied with Reuben, the powerful boss of the prison, earning his protection and a place of relative safety on the coveted fourth floor. However, chaos erupted when Reuben was assassinated in a calculated attack, triggering a violent response from his brother, Fernando. Tasked with avenging Reuben's death, the protagonist finds himself thrust into a brutal cycle...

In the previous episode, the protagonist endured devastating losses when someone brutally murdered Carl and Gary, leaving him alone and vulnerable in the hostile prison. Desperation turned to hope when Becca managed to visit, providing supplies and emotional support, but her resources were limited. Struggling to survive amidst relentless danger, he overheard a plot to assassinate Reuben, the priso...

The protagonist and his friends struggled to adapt to the chaotic and violent prison environment in the previous episode. Despite hunger and constant threats, they managed to secure food and protection through an alliance with the American inmates Phil and Mick. However, tensions quickly escalated when their dark past as convicted pedophiles came to light. Unable to contain his disgust, Carl orche...

After being swiftly sentenced to life in prison due to the judge’s connection to Paco, the protagonists, Carl and Gary, are thrown into a violent and overcrowded prison. Ramon provides support but is murdered, leaving them isolated. Armed only with knives, they fight their way into the prison yard, facing chaos and brutality. Now trapped in a lawless world ruled by desperation, their focus shifts...

In the previous episode, the protagonist sank deeper into his dangerous lifestyle. During a cocaine deal with Paco and his men, everything spiralled out of control, leading to a violent confrontation with gunfire. Gary suffered serious injuries, and the protagonist shot Paco in a desperate fight. Wounded and on the run, the protagonist and his accomplices, Carl and Gary, managed to escape, but the...

In the last episode, the protagonist travels to South America to meet drug lords Domingo and Paco and negotiate a cocaine shipment to New York. The deal went through, but his addiction caused problems, straining relationships and forcing him to Marbella for a fresh start. Despite a job as a golf instructor and support from his girlfriend, Becca, the drugs took over again. Now, he stands alone as t...

In the previous episode, the protagonist joined a drug deal with Johnny and Daniel’s Cuban contacts. Despite his hesitation, he went along, and the deal with the Cubans was sealed after a dramatic night. However, partying and drugs soon took over, and in New York, he met Daniel’s new, more professional Latin American partners. Now, the dream of big money beckons—but the risks are growing ever grea...

In the first episode, we followed the protagonist’s journey from a typical upbringing to pursuing a career in golf. His talent quickly caught the attention of Johnny, a wealthy real estate tycoon, who offered him a sponsorship. But after a violent incident on the golf course, he became entangled in trouble—trouble that led to drug smuggling and dangerous connections. Now, he faces decisions that w...

You’re listening to the podcast Fuckup – a true story about becoming obsessed with the big score, the art of surviving a South American prison, how to smuggle drugs without getting caught, and the price of chasing the dream of wealth. The story is released weekly as a podcast, but you can listen to it in full by purchasing the audiobook at Patreon.com/fuckupbonus, where you can also hear an e...

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