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PRETEND

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PRETEND exposes the masterminds behind some of the most notorious scams and cons. From cult leaders to con artists and undercover FBI agents, this podcast pulls back the curtain on those who've pretended to be someone they're not.
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Dirty Money

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Dirty Money is a new podcast series from Entrepreneur Media telling the tales of legendary scammers, con artists, and barely-legal lowlifes who stop at nothing to bilk their marks of millions. Hosted by Entrepreneur editors Dan Bova and Jon Small, the podcast takes a deep dive into the deviants behind the deeds.
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Rethink Moments is the show that explores culturally significant ideas and events that changed how we think - and rethinks how these moments changed us. Join host Rachel Botsman on this journey into the hearts and minds of leaders, innovators, and creators - and listen as they rethink a profound moment from their careers. What went right, what went wrong, and what was learned?
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Strictly 4 The Music is a groundbreaking podcast that brings together the diverse sounds of country, hip hop, and rock into one cohesive platform. Founded by a group of music enthusiasts, Strictly 4 The Music has become the go-to destination for upcoming artists looking to showcase their talent. With a focus on providing a space for new and emerging musicians to be heard, Strictly 4 The Music has been praised for its commitment to supporting the next generation of musical talent. Their innov ...
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I'm just a corny white boy hoping to entertain people with my music. I'm here for people who fuck with lyrics and bars over anything. I thrive to be unique, different, and most importantly myself. I'll support u if u support mehttps://www.bandlab.com/connorhallhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaBu...https://open.spotify.com/artist/5kqpw...Find Us I…
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STOP WHAT YOU'RE DOING! The LaDonna Humphrey interview episodes are in. In this first part of my exclusive interview with LaDonna Humphrey, we dive deep into the accusations and controversies surrounding her. I confront LaDonna with the tough questions to unravel the intricate details of her story. We also hear from her supporters. Don't miss out o…
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True Crime Author LaDonna Humphrey Targets Ex-Boyfriend in Melissa Witt Killing, According to Recordings LaDonna Humphrey is accused of relentlessly pursuing Daniel Watson as a suspect in the unsolved murder of Melissa Witt. Watson, who has consistently maintained his innocence, claims he is being unfairly targeted by Humphrey, who is alleged to be…
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Old Flames Reignited: The Mysterious Return of LaDonna Humphrey in Allen Arson Case LaDonna Humphrey, with a history marked by harassment allegations, emerges from the shadows 13 years later to entangle herself in the arson investigation of her former boss and preacher, Jon Allen. As the flames of the past reignite, investigators uncover a convolut…
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TE-Z breaks his history down since 2001 tells us how he is going to seperate himself from the rest he is about positivity does think the music needs to be authentic & original he is also going to different artist from different backgrounds n language barriers this is a must hear podcast bandlab.com/entertainingzenith Ig: @entertainingzenith YouTube…
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I started doing music frfr at random, I heard my first rap/HipHop track when I was 7 years old before that I wasn’t actually exposed to any rap/HipHop music because my family is actually Mormon n don’t really believe in it but when i heard my first HipHop track something clicked in my head N I fell in love with it n snuck to listen to it every chan…
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A 23 year old Wiccan Mormon Rapper, hometown Lander Wyoming Aka WindriverRepresenting #DruggedandLost #BrainDamageInfuence #osteogenesisimperfecta I wear a mask to hide my identityI dont care for the fame. All I want is my voice heard.I want and WILL change the WorldYoutube Channel / @weathermane Bandlabwww.bandlab.com/weathermaneInstagram / weathe…
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In part 3 of Who's Afraid of LaDonna Humphrey, we explore the intense battle between Anthony Christopher and LaDonna. Anthony, LaDonna's former boss, shares his story of harassment, alleging LaDonna's relentless efforts to destroy his life and career. From sending spoof emails to unauthorized background checks, LaDonna's actions led to a legal show…
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UL FadeIs a local Rap Artist in New Lberia. Born in New Lberia, Lousisana USA. His background finalizes in graphic design for Insane Desperado and has ties alongside promotion partnership NickyroseIn 2009 UL Fade was offered a deal with Cash Money Records but didn't go as planned. Insane Desperado is the punk rock emo rap soft rock and hip-hop. Tra…
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https://www.bandlab.com/trae_da_nameNative American doing this music thing and i want to see where this get me been doing music for 9 year's "PHASE ONE" is out now.Trae Da Name BioI go by the name "Trae"I'm from Northern ArizonaBorn and raise there.I'm 22 years old.I've been doing this music thing for 10 years now.I started off recording off a phon…
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Well I'm 22 I'm from Ocala, FL 352 been rapping since I was 13 wrote and recorded my first song 8th grade summer stopped the recording process for a lil bit cuz I really wasn't as interested as I was cause of what I had goin on in my life i was on some hot shit shit as a youngin fuego was right there wit me lol but i knew I had goals I wanted to re…
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Jerry's Bio 3 years ago i was offered a job traveling that I just couldn't turn down so the band didn't want to continue without me, Bill had tough time because we've been playing for almost 20 years. Anyway to continue playing whatever town I'd go to, I would normally get us a gig so I'd fly Bill down just to play the gig and of course see him. We…
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Warmest greetings to one and all!My name is Trevor Toews.I was born in Yorkton, Saskatchewan, Canada. and was raised in various locations through-out Manitoba. Presently, I live in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.I love to sing about God's love and truths as found in the Bible, and the life-changing events that have occurred in my life over the years as …
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My bio...I can't stand name dropping. I can't rely on people I've opened for or worked within a studio sessions. They have their own lives. You know? I've studied music since I was 5. I've had major deals, toured most of the world 3 times, played countless gigs. I'm a lifer. You need more? Just ask. Best! Robert Philipphttps://drooble.com/robert.ph…
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Brilliant musician, singer songwriter, guitarist and performer.Jeffrey’s authentic style allows him to deliver nearly any genre of music with a fire and intensity that will soothe your soul or set your feet to dancing.His extraordinary career has been a real-life rock & roll fantasy, having shared the stage with Guns and Roses, Red Hot Chili Pepper…
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ajana BioI'm a Synthpop Synthwave and DarkSynth artist and producer. I have an EP releasing soon, and the first single from the EP was released last month. At this time I'm seeking interviews and press to help promote these projects. It would be nice to share my journey of why and how this project was created. I've been a music artists and producer…
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RSN Breezy@rsnbrzy About𝐑𝐒𝐍𝟒𝐋🖤|𝓣𝓸𝓸𝓣𝓻𝓲𝓵𝓵𝓮𝓻𝓢𝓱𝓲𝓽💰‼️|ᴬʳᵗⁱˢᵗ🎶|ℝ𝕖𝕒𝕝 𝔹𝕝𝕠𝕔𝕜 ℙ𝕚𝕣𝕒𝕥𝕖𝕤🏴‍☠️!!|🦍𝗦𝗧ARZ R’ US |IG: @Sƚɾαɯ_ԋαƚ_Ⴆɾȥყ🧟‍♂️|ᴳᵒᵒᴺᴹᵒⁿᵉʸᴳᵃⁿᴳ☔️|520ႦαႦყ🤩😈 Go FOLLOW ME ON SPOTIFY CLICK THAT WEB LINK ▶️everybody call me breezy I’m 25 ima be 26 September 10th ima Virgo ♍️ 💫 I’m Born n raised outta buffalo ny and honestly I always been into music heavily my wh…
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In this episode, we explore the troubling allegations against LaDonna Humphrey surrounding the Melissa Witt case. Crime victim advocate Patti Rush shares her story, claiming that Humphrey, once seen as an ally, was actually behind years of harassment and deceit. From stolen evidence to questionable motives, we peel back the layers on a complicated …
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OC a.k.a. Outta Control has been dealing with music since childhood. Listening to the music his family and friends would play growing up, he instantly got hooked to the melodies, tunes, and notes. Once he was into his early adolescence, he began writing everything from short stories to poems. This is where his rap persona became apparent. He realiz…
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Zae ZellyyonAboutGetting hate is nothing new , I been versatile , if you got a beat send it for a colab. Im still perfecting my craft , im just creatively outspoken . Only serious inquiries if you want to make a banger . $HereWeAre1 ZaeZellyyon1998@gmail.comHello to all my fans , hello to everyone who doesn’t know my name .My name is Isaiah , I go …
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NBG BigDawgAboutFreestyle Artist.NBG4L.Battle league @bigdawgbattleague.Music Partner @nbgkiddkush2021 @officialjdot20.Feel free to fork any of my trax but don’t replace me.DM fo collab.SU/AW/MOB/YNG/OFN/HHE/LPM.IM THE SMOKE MANE.PRESSURE BOSSES/NBG.Don of NBGxMob.www.bandlab.com/mcbigdawgWell I was born in Newark and lived there for 5 years then I…
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LaDonna Humphrey. Remember that name because she is central to this story. I've tried to sum up this tale quickly, but every time I attempt an elevator pitch, I fail. When friends ask me what this new series is about, I'm at a loss for words. It's impossible to explain in just a few minutes. I'm about to retell the story the way I learned it: compl…
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LaDonna Humphrey, a respected true crime author and podcaster, has built a strong reputation through her detailed investigations. However, beneath her acclaimed public image lies a troubling undercurrent of allegations and dark secrets. As former associates, friends, and family come forward with disturbing claims. These people have never spoken out…
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Sharing something special this week: A show from our friends at Campside Media, called White Devil. Late at night in May of 2021, a single gunshot shattered the silence along the beach at Belize’s luxurious Alaia resort. In White Devil, journalist Josh Dean dives into one of the biggest, splashiest, and most perplexing crime stories you’ve never he…
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The strange and intricate hoax crafted by Saint Jovite "Kota" Youngblood, a hockey dad who posed as a Delta Force agent, unravels in court. An FBI agent peels back each layer of Youngblood's elaborate scheme that duped dozens of families. Get early and ad-free episodes: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pretendradio PRETEND+ on Apple Podcast: https:…
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Saint Jovite Youngblood posed as a Delta Force agent to swindle the families of his son’s hockey team. Today's episode revolves around two victims: Eric Perardi, an Austin-based real estate developer, and Rebecca Kumar, a hockey mom, whose lives were turned upside down by Youngblood’s elaborate scams. Their experiences may sound like something out …
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BREAKING NEWS - Kaitlyn Braun is Arrested Again for Duping Doulas in Phony Pregnancy Scam 25-year-old Kaitlyn Braun, who is currently under house arrest for prior offenses involving fraud and harassment against doulas, faces new charges as of Tuesday. This week's charges come after new allegations of once again exploiting the trust of unsuspecting …
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ABOUT MURDER HOMES PODCAST The real estate market has never been hotter. Houses sell as soon as they’re listed. Bidding wars lead to all cash deals far above the asking price. But there is one kind of property that often sits on the market for years, no matter how much of a bargain it seems to be. Potential buyers come and go, the price keeps going…
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In the second installment of "The Doula" series, we uncover new dimensions of Kaitlyn Braun’s elaborate pregnancy scams. This episode features a new doula speaking out about her experiences, the story of how Kaitlyn was finally caught, and a revealing interview with a former friend whom Kaitlyn also deceived. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
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Warning: This episode contains graphic discussions of pregnancy loss, sexual violence, and emotional abuse. Listener discretion is advised. In this episode of "Pretend," listen to the chilling tale of Kaitlyn Braun, a woman who orchestrated an elaborate pregnancy hoax, affecting nearly 60 doulas across Ontario. Seanna Hayes, a doula from London, On…
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This episode offers an unprecedented look into the life of the 'Timepiece Gentleman' Ponzi schemer, Anthony Farrar, whose love for luxury watches spiraled into a deceitful web of lies, culminating in a rare and candid confession. If you want to hear more wild Ponzi stories, subscribe to The Ponzi Playbook hosted by me, Javier Leiva, and my buddy Ne…
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In today's episode, we revisit the captivating story of Seafarer Exploration and its quest to unearth a 300-year-old treasure buried beneath the ocean waves off Florida's coast. Join us as we delve into the tale of Kyle Kennedy, CEO of Seafarer Exploration, and his fateful encounter with Dr. Michael Torres, a man whose promises and credentials were…
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I recently spoke at the Triangle Content Creators Meetup in Raleigh, NC, about using OSINT techniques to locate and research your next guest. OSINT stands for Open Source Intelligence. As a journalist, I've teamed up with brilliant hackers like Mishaal Khan and Michael Bazzell to uncover new information about my subjects. In this talk, I explain ho…
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Previously on Pretend, we dived deep into the murky waters of academic fraud. Celebrity behavioral scientist Dan Ariely of Duke University, alongside Francesca Gino from Harvard and other distinguished behavioral scientists, embarked on a series of experiments with a noble aim: to enhance honesty among individuals. Their investigation centered on w…
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Everything we believe about what drives us to be honest might be a lie. A scandal rocks the behavioral science world, casting shadows over renowned researcher Dan Ariely and the integrity of academic research on honesty. We all tell lies—it's a human thing. But can we modify behaviors to coax people into doing the right thing? Let's delve into what…
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I discovered a little-known realm of con artists within the legal system. I found story after story of people impersonating attorneys, prosecutors, and even judges. One woman hacked into the court system and dropped the charges against her. Get early and ad-free episodes: PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/pretendradio PRETEND+ on Apple Podcast: http…
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Think all forensic evidence is foolproof? You'd be surprised. In our latest bonus episode of PRETEND, we're taking a deep dive into the murky world of forensic science with M. Chris Fabricant from the Innocence Project. We're talking about how some methods, like bite mark analysis and cadaver dogs, might not be as reliable as you’d think. It's a th…
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Dr. Arpad Vass touts his Quantum Oscillator, a contraption made of plywood and PVC pipe, as a revolutionary tool capable of locating missing persons' remains with 92% accuracy from up to 60 miles away, using just DNA from fingernail clippings. In a desperate attempt to solve the cold case of Brandy Hall, a Florida firefighter gone missing, Hall's f…
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In today’s episode of Pretend, we're zeroing in on Dr. Arpad Vass's invention called the Quantum Oscillator—a device straight out of a sci-fi plot with the audacious promise of finding the lost with just a sliver of DNA. Imagine a gadget claiming to pinpoint your long-gone ancestors' graves or track down missing persons with a flicker of electromag…
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In "The Grave Detector," we delve into the enigmatic practice of using dowsing rods with a focus on the work of Dr. Arpard Vass, a forensic anthropologist renowned for his innovative methods in locating unmarked graves and human remains. The episode explores the traditional and modern uses of dowsing rods, often associated with finding water, treas…
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In "The High School Hoax," the latest episode of "PRETEND," we explore the true story of Shelby Hewitt, a 32-year-old woman who enrolled as a high school student in Boston. What compels an adult to return to high school? How did this go unnoticed? Janelle, a 16-year-old classmate and friend of Shelby's, offers a unique window into this bizarre ruse…
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On dating apps, Derek Alldred seemed like the perfect match. A decorated veteran or sometimes surgeon with a heart of gold and a healthy bank account. But what his many victims didn’t realize is that he was a prolific con artist, tapping into their credit cards and retirement accounts to finance his lavish lifestyle. The scam lasted for years until…
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Dartanyon A. Williams (DAW) stole his parents’ identities at the age of 15. Unfortunately, they weren’t his last victims. Dartanyon, who also goes by DAW, claims he has stolen thousands of identities. So many that he’s lost count. It’s rare to hear firsthand from an identity thief. In this episode, Dartanyon How to steal someone’s identity How did …
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