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AARP’s weekly podcast The Perfect ScamSM tells the stories of people who find themselves the target of a scam. Host Bob Sullivan introduces listeners to those who have experienced scams firsthand, as well as professional con artists and leading experts who pull back the curtain on how scammers operate.
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Scam Goddess

Earwolf & Laci Mosley

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“Scam Goddess is a podcast dedicated to fraud and all those who practice it! Each week host Laci Mosley (aka Scam Goddess) keeps listeners up to date on current rackets, digs deep into the latest scams, and breaks down historic hoodwinks alongside some of your favorite comedians! It's like true crime only without all the death! True fun crime!”
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Scammers don't steal your money, they create a world where it makes perfect sense to hand your cash over to them. Three-card-monte, the longest running show on Broadway, seems easy. You're watching the tosser and you always see the queen. What you don't see is a group of shills working you into the gate where you'll lose everything you have. Sometimes a large sum of money is accidentally sent to you and the sender asks for the additional cash to be sent back. In the meantime, they empty your ...
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Scammers are targeting you and your loved ones. I know all too well. My mother spent $350,000 on a man she believed was her soulmate right before her death. The only way we can fight back is to arm ourselves with information. Scammer Warriors unite! These stories are from victims and their families. The details are so shocking that they're hard to believe.
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CNBC's longest-running primetime original series, "American Greed" takes you inside the amazing real-life stories of how some people will do anything for money. The award-winning series is narrated by legendary actor Stacy Keach.
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This is a story about a scam. But this isn’t any old scam. At the turn of the 21st century, set in one of London's most wealthy suburbs, Hampstead, Juliette D'Souza wreaked havoc on a number of people's lives. She became filthy rich, and one of the most prolific con women in British history. Hannah Maguire and Suruthi Bala, the soulmates behind the hit true crime podcast, Redhanded, are on the case. They speak to the reporters who travelled to Suriname to track Juliette down, one of Britain' ...
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Crime in Sports

James Pietragallo, Jimmie Whisman

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Two comedians take an unmerciful and hilarious look at athletes who have lost big games...with the law! Crime in Sports does the research, and finds the funny in the world of sports true crime. New episode every week!
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Scam Junkie

Steve Comisar

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Become a Paid Subscriber: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/steve-comisar/subscribe Scam Junkie is a true crime podcast like no other. Hosted by Steve Comisar, aka Brett Champion, The Don of Con, you will learn the secrets to scamming cultivated from The Don’s 25 year career as a legendary con man making him millions of dollars and cementing his place as one of the most prolific and charismatic con men of all time.
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Runaway Joe

RTÉ Documentary on One

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An investigation into one of the oldest unsolved cases on the FBI’s books spanning six decades. Joseph Maloney remains wanted on a charge of first-degree murder having escaped justice in both the United States of America - and Ireland. Released weekly, on Fridays // Previous series from DocOnOne include Finding Samantha, The Nobody Zone, GunPlot and Tiger Roll: The People's Horse Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Underworld Podcast

The Underworld Podcast

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Underworld exposes the secret world of transnational criminal networks that have flourished since there were banks to bust, drugs to smuggle, and scams to run. Journalists Danny Gold and Sean Williams bring their experience reporting on dangerous people and organizations to take listeners on a global tour of mobsters, warlords and crooks - from Brooklyn to Beijing, from the streets to the boardrooms - and everywhere in between. Underworld is a show about heroes, villains, and the barely visi ...
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Bitcoin, the Blockchain, Web3, NFTs...welcome to the Scam Economy. Host Matt Binder (The Majority Report w/ Sam Seder, DOOMED) dives into the world of cryptocurrency in order to reveal the frauds, grifts, and scams. And there's plenty because, really, the whole thing is a scam. It's the Scam Economy.
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Cannabis Cowboys

DW.COM | Deutsche Welle

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An investigative true crime podcast about cannabis. The Berlin-based company JuicyFields promised huge profits through investments in medicinal cannabis. Thousands of people worldwide trusted the company with their savings – and lost everything. It could be a scam the size of Wirecard or OneCoin. Some say the Russian mafia or South American drug cartels were involved. Others point to German aristocrats. Since JuicyFields went dead in July 2022, criminal investigations have been launched all ...
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Chameleon: Scam Likely

Campside Media / Sony Music Entertainment

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When a small team of government investigators learns that ordinary citizens all around the U.S. are losing their life savings to scam callers, they go on the hunt for the shadowy multinational mob behind the con, unraveling their plot from strip malls in suburban Texas to office towers in one of India's largest cities. In the season four of Chameleon, host Yudhijit Bhattacharjee retraces the steps of the cops and the crooks, and goes deep into the Indian underworld looking for the alleged ma ...
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Carrie Jade Does Not Exist is the story of how one woman, who took on over six different identities, infiltrated the lives of vulnerable people, and lied her way into gaining their trust. This six-part series hosted by Sue Perkins and journalist Katherine Denkinson will tell the story of how Carrie built up a picture-perfect persona and scammed her way into the literary world until she finally got tangled up in her very own web of lies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informa ...
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Chris Parker, the founder of WhatIsMyIPAddress.com, interviews guests and tells real-life stories about topics to open your eyes to the danger and traps lurking in the real world, ranging from online scams and frauds to everyday situations where people are trying to take advantage of you—for their gain and your loss. Our goal is to educate and equip you, so you learn how to spot the warning signs of trouble, take quick action, and lower the risk of becoming a victim.
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Grumpy Old Geeks

Jason DeFillippo & Brian Schulmeister with Dave Bittner

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As one of the longest-running podcasts, "Grumpy Old Geeks" discovers what went wrong on the Internet, and who's to blame. Every week they cut through the BS from big tech and tell you what's really going on. With wide-ranging topics, this show has something for everyone. There is a reason Elon Musk, Mark Zuckerberg, and that crowd all hate this podcast. Listen and find out for yourself!
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Twisted Money Podcast is a podcast on Fraud, Scams, and Deceptions to help the listeners become better informed on fraud and cyber-attacks methods so that listeners don't become a victim of fraud and cyber-attacks.
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“Let’s Talk About Scams” is the must-listen podcast for anyone who wants to protect themselves and their loved ones from scams and frauds targeting the elderly population. Host Joyce Petrowski, along with her expert guests, will provide valuable insights and practical tips on how to recognize and prevent scams, such as romance, grandparents, and tech support scams. Falling for these scams can have devastating financial, emotional, and psychological consequences, which is why it's crucial to ...
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Bittersweet Infamy

Josie Mitchell + Taylor Basso

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Storytellers and best friends Josie Mitchell and Taylor Basso share the stories that live on in infamy: the strange and the familiar, the tragic and the comic—the bitter and the sweet. New episodes every other Sunday. Support the show: ko-fi.com/bittersweetinfamy
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Explore true stories of the dark side of the Internet with host Jack Rhysider as he takes you on a journey through the chilling world of hacking, data breaches, and cyber crime.
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World's Greatest Con

Dog And Pony Show Audio

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Brian Brushwood (Scam School, Modern Rogue, Scam Nation) brings you the hidden stories behind the most audacious con jobs, swindles and heists in history. Email the show at Worlds Greatest Con at Gmail dot comSupport us directly at Patreon dot com slash Greatest Con Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Arizona’s Family On Your Side

Arizona's Family (3TV & CBS 5)

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Whether it’s Arizona's housing market, car buying tips, cheap family vacations, how to avoid scams, or just saving money, Gary Harper, Susan Campbell, and the Arizona’s Family On Your Side team are here to make you a more savvy consumer.
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The podcast that goes ‘undercover’ to help women understand the seedy tactics of love criminals so you can live happily ever after, Psychopath Free! If you love stories about romance scams, catfishing, cheaters exposed, gaslighting, and people who live double lives, this podcast is right up your alley – where the line between true crime and matters of the heart blurs. Ex-Wives Undercover shares chilling tales of survivors who conquered the ultimate crime of toxic love. Learn to spot the red ...
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Tiny Scams

Kari Zander

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Once a rising entrepreneur and influencer with her children's clothing line Tiny Bangs, Kirsten fled Los Angeles in a blaze of scandal in October 2021 after scamming everyone in her orbit and pretending she wasn't white. And that was just the beginning.
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The Dan Bongino Show

Cumulus Podcast Network | Dan Bongino

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He’s a former Secret Service Agent, former NYPD officer, and New York Times best-selling author. Join Dan Bongino each weekday as he tackles the hottest political issues, debunking both liberal and Republican establishment rhetoric.
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8th Layer Insights

Perry Carpenter | N2K Networks

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Get ready for a deep dive into what cybersecurity professionals often refer to as the "8th Layer" of security: HUMANS. Welcome to 8th Layer Insights (8Li). This podcast is a multidisciplinary exploration into how the complexities of human nature affect security and risk. Author, security researcher, and behavior science enthusiast Perry Carpenter taps experts for their insights and illumination. Topics include cybersecurity, psychology, behavior science, communication, leadership, and more.
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The Voucher Scam

Mothers For Democracy Institute (M4DI)

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The Voucher Scam is an exposé on one of the most critical issues facing public education today - education vouchers. As Texas leadership pushes an aggressive voucher agenda that would privatize and defund public schools, Claire and Nichole give listeners a behind-the-scenes look at what's really at stake. The Voucher Scam podcast is a four-episode series hosted by Claire Campos-O’Neal and Nichole Abshire and brought to you by the Mothers for Democracy Institute (M4DI).
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In 2018, Gerald Cotten, the founder of Canada's biggest Bitcoin exchange, died under mysterious circumstances during a honeymoon trip to India. His customers were told that the $215 million they'd deposited on the exchange was lost forever — because Gerry had forgotten to leave behind his passwords. But here's the thing: Not everyone believes he's dead. Exit Scam is about what really happened to Gerald Cotten and the fortune that disappeared with him.
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Fraudsters

The Last Podcast Network

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Fraudsters is a true-crime comedy docuseries. Comedians Seena Ghaznavi, JD, Justin Williams, PhD, and Ariel Leaty bring you the scams you love from the fraudsters we hate. Our show merges the chat-cast and the deep-dive to take a humorous look at fraudsters that abuse trust, distort reality, and take advantage of vulnerable people financially.
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Prophetic News Radio is a Christian radio broadcast where we expose false teachers, heresy, and gospel scam artists. We discuss end times news and the great apostasy. We lift up the Lord Jesus and His saving gospel.
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Persona: The French Deception

Wondery | Pineapple Street Studios

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What does it feel like to pick up the phone and scam someone out of $50 million? This is the story of Gilbert Chikli, one of the greatest con artists of all time. Host and award-winning journalist Evan Ratliff investigates how Chikli duped some of the world’s most powerful people into handing over their fortunes. He explores how Chikli evaded the law for years and became a Robin Hood-like hero. More than just a tale of criminal genius, this is a show about the moment we’re living in right no ...
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We come in peace this Friday, con-gregation! This week, we revisit our episode with Arden Myrin, dissecting the story of a miner who claimed to be Hitler AND plotting a spaceship revolt. Yep! This was originally released Sept. 22nd, 2020. Pre-Order Laci’s book “Scam Goddess: Lessons from a Life of Cons, Grifts and Schemes.”https://www.hachettebookg…
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The criminal side of the internet, the Dark Web, is unknown to most of us. This week’s guest, criminologist David Maimon, takes us behind the curtain into a world where criminals talk to one another anonymously and the personal identifying information of thousands of unsuspecting victims is up for sale. Learn how Maimon’s research warns of emerging…
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Nathan has been getting a monthly BOX of CIGARS in the mail that BELONGS to the PREVIOUS owner of his NEW place…But old Nate decided to KEEP and SMOKE them instead of FORWARDING them! Well, Rog, the cigar CONNOISSEUR, calls to tell Nathan the free ride’s OVER…and now he OWES Rog for EACH box of STOGIES he’s SMOKED! How far will Rog GO to get his CI…
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It sounds exotic to fake your death, then just walk away, expect it almost never works. One woman was found in her home closet. Another was found by just pinging her phone. Then there is the woman who researched how to fake her death and took it so far as to hold her own death certificate in her hands. There are many ways to fake your death, but we…
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By examining key aspects of L7's operations, it becomes evident that the company is committed to transparency, regulatory compliance, innovative technology, community engagement, ethical data practices, positive impact, and thought leadership. These factors collectively dispel the notion of L7 being a scam and underscore its genuine contributions t…
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Did you know wealthy people can easily buy citizenship in numerous other countries (and they're doing it at an unprecedented rate)? Plus the ongoing Cybertruck debacle. In two different countries, criminals get caught wheeling corpses to banks for loans and withdrawals. The notorious grifter Patrice Runner is finally convicted in a stunning, long-r…
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The political theatrics continue in the courtroom. In this episode, I discuss the latest Trump trial and the outrageous revelations revealed. Trump may miss his son Barron's high school graduation because he'll be on trial over hush money payments to a porn star A serial perjurer will try to prove an old misdemeanor against Trump in an embarrassmen…
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This episode of “Let’s Talk About Scams,” host Joyce Petrowski, founder of R.O.S.E. Resources/Outreach to Safeguard the Elderly, takes us through a harrowing impersonation scam story shared by Sonny, whose wife became a victim of scammers skillfully posing as various government officials. From Customs, Border Patrol, and the U.S. Marshals, the scam…
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We can easily stereotype those we believe are susceptible to a scam. But the scammers are keeping up with current events and are prepared to take advantage of our basic human emotions. The impact of these frauds is underreported due to the shame and embarrassment. Today’s guest is Alan Castel. Alan is a Psychology professor at The University of Cal…
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In this episode, I break down yesterday's supreme court hearing that has the libs in a complete meltdown. Government Surveillance Keeps Us Safe The good and bad inside the worse-than-expected GDP report Why Pennsylvania should take its time counting votes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…
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On June 5, 1968, Sirhan Sirhan fatally attacked Robert Kennedy -- he was tackled, disarmed and arrested immediately. Yet for decades after the murder, the arrest, and the trial, people still wonder exactly what happened. Could it be possible that Sirhan was not acting on his own -- or of his own free will? They don't want you to read our book.: htt…
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For their monumental achievement of 400 episodes, your kings and queen discuss making friends as adults, sneaking snacks, deep cleaning, and Ana invites you to participate in a quest! Check out the full unedited episode on their Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/twinnovation Get merch and inventions at slop.online Follow Twinnovation on Instagram S…
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Nothing beats watching terror simp protesters "finding out". In this episode, I discuss the unhinged protests happening at our "prestigious" universities, the latest Biden corruption scandal and more. Biden Promises Tax Increase FBI spied on traditionalist U.S. Catholics from coast to coast, new evidence reveals Secret Service agent assigned to Kam…
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Jace wonders whether he's haunted by a dearly-beloved, farting ghost. Skippy prompts a conversation about growing miniature organs, and the larger future of biotech. Phoebe writes in with a crucial conversation about the 4B movement and patriarchal conspiracies, which Doc and Ben agree are closer to home than a lot of Americans may like to assume. …
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The left is at it again. In this episode, I discuss how the media is pushing its global warming narrative. Who Pays Corporate Taxes? Look in the Mirror UN labor agency report warns of rising threat of excess heat, climate change on world’s workers Ilhan Omar's daughter claims she is 'houseless' after being suspended from Barnard, arrested over part…
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Toward the end of 2023, a US judge decreed the public had a right to know the names of multiple people listed in court documents pertaining to the crimes of notorious financier and human trafficker Jeffrey Epstein. This list of his known associates includes tycoons, royalty, celebrities, and more than one president. But what about the allegations t…
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Wednesday on the Celebrity Birthday Scam, Emily works at a HEALTH CLUB, so she’s dealt with people at their BEST and their WORST…But nothing like THIS! Today, ANNE NICHOLE SMITH calls Emily looking for some help LOSING WEIGHT and a BUDDY to do a PORN WITH! Is Emily DOWN with Anne’s kind of EXERCISE?! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat…
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Learning how to keep your business safe and protect your online data can be advantageous for your home and personal life as well. Your children and family can create awareness at school and with friends. Today’s guest is Greg Tomchick. Greg is a former professional baseball player turned award-winning cybersecurity coach. He has worked with more th…
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The left likes to accuse the right of what they're actually doing. In this episode, I discuss how liberals are blurring the lines between democracy and fascism. Inside Garland’s Effort to Prosecute Trump Intruder arrested for break-in at Getty House, official residence of Mayor Bass Nolte: Climate ‘Experts’ Are 0-41 with Their Doomsday Predictions …
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Jeffrey Epstein made a name for himself as a mysterious money manager with friends in very high places, from Bill Clinton to Donald Trump, British royalty and more. His firm refused to do business with anyone worth less than one billion dollars, and Epstein traveled the globe, often throwing exclusive parties on his own private island. Yet this jet…
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Chris drives a SEPTIC TRUCK and sometimes he parks it in his neighborhood OVERNIGHT when he wants to save a TRIP! Well, Rog, the NIGHTMARE next-door, calls Chris to say he must have CRAP for BRAINS if he thinks no one can SMELL his POOP TRUCK…So either it GOES, or Chris DOES! How HARD does Rog PUSH things this time?! See omnystudio.com/listener for…
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Becky Holmes loves DMing with scammers. When it comes to romance scammers, she will do whatever it takes, pursuing them to the great delight of her fans on social media. From flings with A-listers to the lantern-jawed soldier with a heart of gold, Becky's on a mission to unravel the weird world of online swindler love. Learn more about your ad choi…
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Boris Nayfeld's life is like something out of a movie; orphaned in the former Soviet Union, he served time in a brutal penal colony before establishing himself as a top tier street criminal before escaping for America. No stranger to violence, he got involved in the burgeoning Russian mafia factions rising up in Brooklyn's Brighton Beach during the…
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In part 3 of 'The 90 Day Fiancé,' we unravel the twists in Nicole's journey as she rededicates herself to their marriage after the family relocates to Florida. However, her husband Tony's frequent travel abroad for a new work venture raises suspicions. Struggling to make sense of his behavior, Nicole stumbles upon a revelation through an unexpected…
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What’s Poppin’ Con-gregation? This week comedian Kate Willett joins the show to discuss Sam Israel III, who ran a hedge fund that “accidentally” turned into a scam with Sam “accidentally” finding himself in the plot of a spy movie. Stay schemin’! This was originally recorded on Tues. April 16, 2024. Pre-Order Laci’s book “Scam Goddess: Lessons from…
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This week, we start a wild tale, featuring one of the biggest characters in baseball history! In this part, we hear more stories of fighting, and violence, than in any other 10 episodes, put together, with most of it directed at Joe. Whether it's his Dad, fighting whole neighborhoods, or Joe, being in gang fights, or getting shot at school... it's …
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The warning signs are everywhere. In this episode, I discuss how the current administration is leaving Donald Trump vulnerable. Donald Trump Could Lose Secret Service Protection Under New Bill The House votes for possible TikTok ban in the US, but don’t expect the app to go away anytime soon Losing Ukraine Isn’t Necessary Learn more about your ad c…
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Dusty’s leasing a place with a DEACTIVATED security system put in by the previous owners, but even though it doesn’t WORK he’s still getting BILLS for it! Well, security expert Dean calls Dusty to say the SYSTEM is working just FINE, heck Dean can see Dusty RIGHT NOW talking to him on the phone in his UNDERPANTS! Will Dusty have to PAY for the PRIV…
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Prices are going up for pretty much everything. That includes subscriptions. Think about how many you have, from streaming services, to wholesale clubs, to gym memberships, and music. According to tech site CNET, "subscription creep" is a very real thing and it’s eating into a lot of budgets. On average, we spend $91 bucks a month on subscription s…
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On Episode 66 of The TLB Podcast, Dave Gashaw joins the show, and wouldn’t you know, these two are talking about the rat lines the Nazi’s used to escape prosecution at the end of WWII. Many made it out, some got caught, and the pair are gonna go over as much as possible in the first hour. On XLB, Dave and James go a bit deeper Into the lore associa…
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There's a lot of unrest in Israel. In this episode, I review evidence showing events in the middle east may have been scripted. Exclusive: Donald Trump mulls middle-class tax cut as he eyes return to office Here are the massive tax increases coming your way in a second Biden term Bad data from the FBI mislead about crime Learn more about your ad ch…
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For some, drugs represent the downfall of civilization, despite the fact that drug creation and ingestion is one of the oldest discoveries in human history. In tonight's episode, Ben and Matt explore a bizarre genre of conspiracy: What happens when drugs are weaponized? They don't want you to read our book.: https://static.macmillan.com/static/fib/…
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Al had his ENGINE BLOCK replaced, but the SHOP did some EXTRA WORK for FREE, so Al thought he made out like a BANDIT! Well, Rog, the Customer Service SUPERSTAR, calls to tell Al NOTHING’S free in this world, so his FREERIDE is OVER! Will Rog give Al a BREAK or a HEART-ATTACK?! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Top of the Friday to you, con-gregation! We re-visit one of our many episodes with Nicole Byer where we break down the fake Irish heiress who scammed her way into a pot of gold worth around ninety thousand dollars. Plus, the car actually appreciates when you drive it off the lot if you didn’t pay for it. Stay schemin'! This was originally released …
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After a divorce, Nancy moves to North Carolina and takes a job as a caregiver for older patients who are in poor health. The work is rewarding but challenging, and to help her unwind after long days, a roommate introduces her to Korean television dramas. She becomes a fan of one actor in particular, Paul Ahn, and follows him on social media. So she…
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In the dynamic and ever-evolving landscape of Web3 technology, L7 has emerged as a pioneering force, reshaping the digital asset management, traffic, and aggregation platform. Despite facing unwarranted skepticism and baseless accusations, L7 stands as a testament to innovation, transparency, and legitimacy in the realm of Web3.…
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