My Oldest, Dearest Friend
Summary
Host Jake Halpern interviews Mike Walton, the oldest friend of bank robber Keith Giamonco, to explore their lifelong bond and Keith’s hidden criminal life. Mike recounts small, overlooked clues, like Keith borrowing money while claiming to day trade, which now seem like omens of the crimes. The episode examines male stoicism, questioning why deep intimacy often fails to reveal a friend’s true struggles or secrets.
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Introduction: Keith's oldest friend Mike Walton
Childhood memories and Mike's career as a car salesman
Reflections on male friendship and stoicism
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Mike's shock at Keith's arrest and the 'day trading' cover
Mike's confusion over Keith's motives and lack of remorse
Mike's loyalty and the nature of long-term friendship
Credits and final sponsor messages
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