{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Criminal Code: Our Story Behind Bars","title":"Our Conversation with Bruce McNall the Legendary Former LA Kings Owner and Hollywood Icon ","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":5393,"description":"In this episode of the Criminal Code Podcast, host Tony along with Sam and Sonny, welcomes Bruce McNall, the man who transformed the LA Kings and famously brought Wayne Gretzky to Los Angeles. Bruce recounts his fascinating journey from his early love of ancient history and numismatics, leading to a booming business in ancient coins, to his ventures in the movie and horse business. A pivotal figure in sports history, Bruce shares intriguing anecdotes about high-stakes deals, including the acquisition of Gretzky and his astounding experience in the world of Hollywood and the racehorse industry.\nThe episode also delves into his dramatic fall, detailing his legal battles and eventual imprisonment. Bruce offers a raw look into his time in prison and how he managed life post-release, maintaining friendships and diving back into business. This episode is a conversation of a life filled with high-risk ventures, monumental successes, and steep declines, providing a rare look behind the scenes of Hollywood, sports, and high-value collectibles.\n00:00 Intro\n01:56 The Rise of a Coin Dealer\n11:28 Venturing into the Horse Business\n18:33 Hollywood Connections and Movie Ventures\n21:16 The Gretzky Trade and Transforming the LA Kings\n38:42 Expanding into Canadian Football\n45:41 A Lunch with Spielberg\n46:04 Hiring David to Run MGM\n46:26 Financial Troubles and Rising Debt\n48:43 FBI Investigation and Legal Troubles\n50:34 Pleading Guilty and Prison Sentence\n55:55 Life in Prison\n01:12:35 Release and Rebuilding Life\n01:24:27 Reflecting on Life and Future Goals\n01:28:19 Conclusion and Final Thoughts","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/41jlozoAiol1HcIYdG7V5w8frBMKBEjYsaJKnYDtKMM/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzUxMDU2LzE3MTEw/NjMzNTMtYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}