100 Best Fraud Podcasts to Listen to (2026)

Money. Romance. Tragedy. Deception. The story of Elizabeth Holmes and Theranos is an unbelievable tale of ambition and fame gone terribly wrong. How did the world's youngest self-made female billionaire lose it all in the blink of an eye? How did the woman once heralded as 'the next Steve Jobs' find herself facing criminal charges - to which she pleaded not guilty - and up to decades in prison? How did her technology, meant to revolutionize health care, potentially put millions of patients at risk? And how did so many smart people get it so wrong along the way? ABC News chief business, technology and economics correspondent Rebecca Jarvis, along with producers Taylor Dunn and Victoria Thompson, take listeners on a journey that includes a multi-year investigation. You'll hear exclusive interviews with former employees, investors, and patients, and for the first-time, the never-before-aired deposition testimony of Elizabeth Holmes, and those at the center of this story. Then, go inside the courtroom as 12 jurors decide the fate of the Theranos founder; three years after she was first charged, we find out how this saga finally ends.Subscribe to 20/20 True Crime+ for ad-free listening, early access to new series, exclusive bonus content, and hundreds of episodes from the 20/20 true crime vault. Visit https://apple.co/2020truecrime to subscribe now. more

A narrative true-crime podcast that uses immersive storytelling, archival audio, and cinematic sound design to explore the world of white-collar crime, con artists, and corporate evil. From Ponzi schemes and financial fraud to environmental disasters and political scandals, each story reveals how greed, deception, and the pursuit of power have shaped our world—often with devastating consequences. Become a ValuedListener™ at ValuedListener.com more

We are living in a golden age of deception. It feels like everyone has an angle and that, everywhere you turn, someone's trying to scam you. Chameleon is a new weekly show from veteran journalist Josh Dean (co-creator and host of The Clearing, Hooked, White Devil, and the original Chameleon season, Hollywood Con Queen) that takes you inside an incredible, stranger-than-fiction story about someone—or some people—pretending to be something they aren't. Are you obsessed with cons, frauds, and impostors? Then this is the podcast for you. Get your new weekly true crime obsession every Thursday from Campside Media and Audiochuck. more

Amanda is a wife. A mother. A blogger. A Christian.A charming, beautiful, bubbly, young woman who lives life to the fullest.But Amanda is dying, with a secret she doesn't want anyone to know.She starts a blog detailing her cancer journey, and becomes an inspiration, touching and captivating her local community as well as followers all over the world. Until one day investigative producer Nancy gets an anonymous tip telling her to look at Amanda's blog, setting Nancy on an unimaginable road to uncover Amanda's secret. Award winning journalist Charlie Webster explores this unbelievable and bizarre, but all-too-real tale, of a woman from San Jose, California whose secret ripped a family apart and left a community in shock.  Scamanda is the true story of a woman whose own words held the key to her secret. Follow Scamanda on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen.Amanda's blog posts are read by actor Kendall Horn. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

The Opportunist tells true stories of regular people who turn sinister by embracing opportunity. How does an everyday person turn into a thief, a scammer or a cult leader? Perhaps the most dangerous person is the one who appears the most normal. Perhaps there is a dark potential lurking inside all of us that is just waiting for the right opportunity to emerge. The Opportunist is an original podcast hosted by Sarah James McLaughlin. more

You never really know someone…especially online. In today's world, the power of influence can be the quickest path to money and fame, and it often ends in ruin. These are the stories of the world's most insidious Scamfluencers. And we are their prey. Join co-hosts Scaachi Koul and Sarah Hagi as they unpack epic stories of deception from the worlds of social media, fashion, finance, health, and wellness. These influencers claim to be everything from charismatic healers to trusted financial insiders to experts in dating. They cast spells over millions. Why do we believe them, and how does our culture allow them to thrive? From Black Swan Murder to a fake social media influencer to an audacious Hollywood Ponzi schemer, each season will take the listener along the twists and turns, the impact on victims, and what's left when the facade falls away. Audible subscribers can listen to all episodes of Scamfluencers ad-free right now. Join Audible today by downloading the Audible app. more

Scam Goddess is an award-winning comedy podcast dedicated to fraud and all those who practice it. Every episode, the Scam Goddess herself Laci Mosley (iCarly, Better Call Saul) covers the hottest scams on the streets today while also giving in-depth breakdowns of the wildest robberies, rackets, and capers throughout history. It's like true crime, but without all the death—aka True Con! Plus, Laci's always joined by hilarious guests like Conan O'Brien, Miranda Cosgrove, Jameela Jamil, JB Smoove, Nicole Byer, or Matt Rogers. Join the Scam Goddess 'Con-gregation' to experience the funny side of fraud. And as Laci always says, stay schemin'! New episodes every Tuesday. Classic episodes re-released every Friday. The Scam Goddess TV show based on the podcast premieres on Freeform and Hulu on January 15th! Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. more

After Derika Moses injured her back at work, she got her spine fused. But after surgery, her pain only got worse. She didn't know why — until she got a letter in the mail telling her that some of the spinal hardware in her back might be counterfeit. Not sterile. Not FDA approved. Made in a machine shop in Temecula, California. Doctor Billions tells the story of the billion-dollar healthcare fraud that turned thousands of patients into unwitting cogs in a scheme involving dozens of doctors, lawyers and healthcare professionals across the country. At the center of one of the nation's largest healthcare frauds was an elusive man named Michael Drobot. His ambition to turn a Long Beach hospital into a destination for back surgeons was at the expense of thousands of patients blind to what was happening behind the scenes. One whistleblower told me: 'I'm looking at the surgery board for tomorrow going, 'These people are f***ed.'' Doctor Billions is hosted by Peabody Award-winning journalist Ben Adair for Sony Music Entertainment's The Binge. - Episodes release weekly on Thursdays. To binge the series right now, hit 'Subscribe' at the top of the show page on Apple Podcasts or visit GetTheBinge.com. Follow The Binge Crimes and The Binge Cases to get new stories on the first of the month, every month. Join The Binge's free newsletter Patreon.com/TheBinge more

She was once the world's youngest self-made female billionaire. Now Elizabeth Holmes, founder of the blood-testing startup Theranos, stands accused of leading a massive fraud, and lying to investors, doctors, and patients about the capabilities of her technology. If convicted, she faces up to 20 years in prison. But Elizabeth may be able to sway a jury with her charisma, highly unusual defense strategy and the fact that key evidence has gone missing. John Carreyrou broke the Theranos scandal. Now he'll take you into the courtroom as he examines Silicon Valley's fake it-til-you-make it culture, and the case against Holmes. more

He was born Hamish Watson, a surfie dude from Sydney but he could morph into whatever you needed him to be. Hamish is due to be sentenced to jail in early 2019 for swindling a handful of victims out of more than $7m. But these crimes are just the final pages in a resume too thick to staple; for decades he's duped victims in the US, Canada, Britain, Hong Kong and Australia. How did he do it? How did he evade authorities around the world for so long and what's he done with all those tens of millions of dollars he stole? more

From her Southern California mansion on a hill, Michelle Mack sends out a team of 12 young women that authorities call 'The California Girls' to steal millions of dollars in merchandise from high-end stores all over the country. Her neighbors think she's in the wedding business but in reality, she's a true Queen of the Con, raking in millions of dollars by selling her stolen loot on Amazon. And she's been getting away with it all for more than 10 years. But one of her California Girls is turning on her and things are about to get really interesting. more

PRETEND is an investigative true crime podcast about real people who lie for a living — con artists, scammers, and the victims caught in their web. Hosted by journalist Javier Leiva, PRETEND exposes the human psychology behind deception and fraud. Each episode follows a real case of manipulation — from financial scams and Ponzi schemes to digital hoaxes and emotional cons PRETEND explains how and why deception works without shaming victims, combining ethical journalism with cinematic storytelling. Featured in lists of the best podcasts about con artists and scams, PRETEND investigates crimes of persuasion, trust, and betrayal. New episodes drop regularly with stories that reveal how manipulation shapes modern life, both online and off. PRETEND is produced by Creative Babble, LLC. © 2026 Creative Babble LLC [CLAIM:B6BT3XC4] more

Dr Ruja Ignatova persuaded millions to join her financial revolution. Then she disappeared. Why? Jamie Bartlett presents a story of greed, deceit and herd madness. more

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. more

Virginia Giuffre was fearless in taking down some of the world's most powerful people. As Jeffrey Epstein's most prominent victim, she helped expose his crimes and hold his friends to account, including the man formerly known as Prince Andrew. But despite her heroic battle in the most notorious sex trafficking case of the 21st century, few knew about one of her toughest fights. It was one she fought privately at home in Australia. Follow The Age and SMH Investigates to be first to listen to new episodes of Virginia from Walkley-award winning journalist Melissa Fyfe and WA Today reporter Carla Hildebrandt. Read the Good Weekend feature or our visual story which chronicles the harrowing final months of Virginia Giuffre's life as her marriage unravelled. Visit our websites at smh.com.au , theage.com.au and watoday.com.au , and send questions, information and feedback to ****@nine.com.au more

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. more

True stories and conversations with survivors, advocates and experts on the insidiousness of cults, frauds, scams and pyramid schemes. Through compassionate and educational informal chats, we work to end the stigma of 'failure', in an machine systematically designed for you to fail. Hosted by Roberta Blevins, star of LuLaRich.Life After MLM is a part of True Native Media. Visit https://truenativemedia.com for more. more

Coco Berthmann became internet-famous by sharing her story of surviving sex trafficking as a young child growing up in Germany. She was sheltered and supported by families in Utah, where her faith and fame intertwined. But in 2022, Coco was arrested for raising money for a fake cancer diagnosis, and people began to doubt everything that she had ever said. Is her life story truly one big elaborate lie? Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Sara Ganim and Edward R. Murrow Award-winning showrunner Karen Given investigate in Dear Media's first true crime podcast. more

Bad Bets unravels big-business dramas that have had a big impact on our world. In Season 2, we delve into the story of Nikola founder Trevor Milton, who promised a future of zero-emission trucks but was taken down by a ragtag bunch of whistleblowers and short sellers. Season 2 is hosted by Ben Foldy. more

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. more

He said it could save lives. It didn't. It couldn't even find golf balls… Jim McCormick was a cocky English salesman with an outrageous claim: a black plastic gadget that could sniff out bombs using 'electromagnetic energy.' The science was pure fiction. But in the panic after 9/11, governments bought the lie - paying up to $60,000 for a device that started life as a $20 novelty golf-ball finder. McCormick sold hope to armies and security forces across the globe. But hope turned deadly. Behind the deals were fragmented friendships, betrayals, and a truth so dangerous it would take years to drag into the light. Alice Levine uncovers the jaw-dropping story of a con that cost countless lives - and the unlikely people who stopped at nothing to uncover the truth. Explosive Lies is a Global Original podcast, produced by Forest Sounds in partnership with Dentsu Entertainment. more

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 series hosted by Sue Perkins and journalist Katherine Denkinson tells 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. But, it doesn't end there. Bonus episodes are released as new information from the current case emerges. For more true crime stories go to AlwaysTrueCrime.Com If you're interested in sponsorship and advertising in Carrie Jade Does Not Exist, then we'd love to hear from you. Just email ****@audioalways.com and we'll tell you more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

Kaitlyn Braun, a pregnant young woman in crisis, takes dozens of birth workers through an escalating series of disasters rape, baby loss, and even a coma. One by one, the doulas struggle to support her and grieve with her, and even save her life as they're led down a distressing path. And then the truth comes out.In this six-part true crime series, Sarah Treleaven untangles a complex web of lies and deception to ask who Kaitlyn really is and why she did the things that she did. Cases like these puzzle legal experts and raise intricate moral and ethical questions. This is not your average con. Kaitlyn is not your usual scammer.Kaitlyn's Baby is Season 2 of The Con — a podcast exposing the art of deception — from CBC and the BBC World Service. Season 1 - the critically acclaimed catfishing quest, Love, Janessa, launched in January 2023.Content warning: The latest season of The Con contains references to medical emergencies, including baby loss. We also deal with sexual assault and there is some strong language. more

Jamie Bartlett, host of the hit podcast The Missing Crypto queen, is back with another gripping, investigative serial. In his new series, Jamie tells the story of Megan Bhari, an inspirational 16 year old girl who in 2012 launches a charity to grant wishes to seriously ill children. The charity is called Believe in Magic and it attracts the support of the biggest boy band in the world: One Direction. Believe in Magic soon becomes a household name in the child cancer community, putting on parties, sending thoughtful gifts and organizing trips to Disney. Megan is adored by all those she helps and is given an award by the then Prime Minister David Cameron.What's even more remarkable is that Megan is herself extremely unwell. She announces that she has been diagnosed with a brain tumour. She raises money online for life saving treatment in the United States. But a group of internet sleuths start to suspect that Meg isn't ill at all. When they discover Megan is in a Disney resort rather than a US hospital, they decide to hire a private detective to prove Megan is faking her illness and expose the truth to the world. But events take an unexpected turn. And the internet sleuths-who are all parents of seriously ill children themselves-begin to wonder if they've got it all wrong. 'It wasn't meant to end like this,' says one. Author Jamie Bartlett and producer Ruth Mayer investigate the truth about Megan Bhari, tracing back over the sleuths' incredible discoveries, meeting Megan's old friends and supporters, and exploring the medical profession's most mysterious condition. After months of investigation, Jamie and Ruth discover a secretive investigation into the truth about Megan's medical condition. The conclusion is shocking and will have far-reaching consequences for everyone involved. This podcast is produced by BBC Studios, a commercial company that is wholly owned by the BBC.  No money from the licence fee was used to create this podcast. The money BBC Studios makes is re-invested to help fund the BBC. more

A true crime podcast about fraud, and the communities that come together to stop scammers.

When we hear about confidence games, we think, 'never me.' Welcome to The Grift, a show about con artists and the lives they ruin. Best-selling author and New Yorker writer Maria Konnikova takes us to the darker side of human nature and deceit. Ten stories about card sharks, cult leaders, art forgers, impostors, and more. Why do we fall for them time and time again? more

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 now — the golden age of scammers — and the power of seduction. But what happens when the fantasy we've been lured into finally crumbles away? Audible subscribers can listen to all episodes of Persona: The French Deception ad-free right now. Join Audible today by downloading the Audible app. more

She said she had cancer. More than once. She claimed to be a doctor, business owner, and the daughter of a Canadian oil tycoon; She promised luxury trips, business ventures, and a future that never existed — all funded by the people who trusted her most.But none of it was real.Elizabeth Teckenbrock is a con artist hiding in plain sight, on tiktok. With every new lie, she crafted a more elaborate persona… and everyone bought it.In this limited series, CC Suarez and Sherrilyn Dale unravel Elizabeth's tangled web of deception, spun over years of manipulation. From fake diagnoses to stolen money, charity fraud, evictions, and broken friendships, eLIESabeth is the story of a woman who weaponized sympathy and left a trail of destruction in her wake.She wasn't just lying about who she was. She was creating a character — and everyone around her was unknowingly cast in the script.New episodes every week. Subscribe now — before she scams her way into your life.Produced by Sherrilyn Dale & CC SuarezWritten and Narrated by Sherrilyn DaleResearched by Sherrilyn Dale and CC Suarez more

Kirat and Bobby have an unusual relationship. The circumstances of their individual lives mean it's difficult for them to meet face to face but, despite everything, they end up falling in love.Their romance might play out online but in many ways it's a traditional love story. Until Kirat discovers the disturbing truth. Sweet Bobby is the #1 chart-topping, award-winning series about a sophisticated ten year scam that almost destroyed one woman's life, and the investigation into the catfisher behind it all.If you want to listen to more thought-provoking investigations, head to Tortoise Investigates - the home of all our investigative podcasts. To find out more about The Observer:Subscribe to TheObserver+ on Apple Podcasts for early access and ad-free episodes. Head to our website observer.co.uk Download the Tortoise app for a listening experience curated by our journalists Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

Welcome to Scamtown! It's a place where the true crime is stranger than fiction and the stories are filled with quirks and moral ambiguity. Join the mayors of Scamtown, Emmy-nominated filmmakers and Signal Podcast Award winners James Lee Hernandez and Brian Lazarte (McMillion$ and The Big Conn), as they take you through stories ranging from the strange to the unbelievable. Wild scams, surprising heists, forbidden love, and massive explosions are just a little taste of what's in store.Scamtown is an Apple Original podcast, produced by FunMeter. Follow and listen on Apple Podcasts.http://apple.co/Scamtown more

Caroline D'Amore thought she'd found a mentor in David Bloom, a self-proclaimed power player with ties to some of the world's most influential CEOs. But her excitement quickly turns to betrayal when David's complex scheme to defraud her and others out of nearly a quarter of a million dollars is exposed. Determined to seek justice, Caroline takes matters into her own hands and turns the tables on the man once known as the 'Wall Street Whiz Kid.' Who is David Bloom and will he ever pay for his crimes? Find out on Season 1 of Once Upon a Con. more

Why do so many people believe things that aren't true? In an era when claims of 'fake news' come as natural as breathing, and social media allows lies to spread and multiply like viruses, the question feels more relevant than ever. From the teenage girls who convinced Sir Arthur Conan Doyle that fairies were real in the 19th century to 'Balloon boy' in 2009, Hoax! will explore the most audacious and ambitious tricks in history. And along the way, we'll uncover the reasons people let themselves be fooled, and how we can live our lives and engage with the media with a more critical eye. Co-hosted by Noble Blood 's Dana Schwartz and pop culture writer Lizzie Logan, we'll bring you stories of pranks and grifts throughout history so big and bold they make us question why we believe what we believe in the first place. **New episodes every other week** more

A podcast about liars, frauds, thieves, and bullshitters. Subscribe to our bonus feed for two more episodes a month! patreon.com/liecheatandsteal more

You know those messages that you get all the time, the ones that pop up out of nowhere? They could be real, but something about them seems fishy. You likely dismiss these texts and emails as mere annoyances, thinking you've stopped some random stranger from ripping you off. But the shocking truth is, the person behind that message might be trapped inside a 'scam factory' on the other side of the world and forced to scam others against their will. From Wondery, comes a new series about the brutal reality behind these operations, where one family discovers a horrifying truth: the only way out is to scam their way out. Audible subscribers can listen to all episodes of Scam Factory ad-free right now. Join Audible today by downloading the Audible app. more

Bribe, Swindle or Steal explores the world of financial crime -corruption, fraud, money laundering and sanctions - and what motivates people to break the law, how wrongdoers cover their tracks and what can be done to put a stop to the looting through interviews with experts in the field. more

My name is Matthew B. Cox and I'm a con man. I completed a lengthy prison sentence for a variety of bank fraud related charges, and I'm 100 percent guilty of them all. I heard an outrageous amount of stories. Some intrigued me and some didn't. I tend to focus on the more unique, clever, and bizarre true crime stories. more

In 2020, the Financial Times exposed a €2 billion fraud at Wirecard, a high-flying German fintech. Many thought that was the end of the story. But for reporter Sam Jones, it was just the beginning.This season on Hot Money: Agent of Chaos, Jones investigates Wirecard's chief operating officer, who vanished just as Wirecard collapsed. And turned out to also be a Russian spy.From an Ibizan sting operation to an attempted takeover of the Austrian intelligence service, his reporting spirals into a world of warlords, espionage, and disinformation.All in an attempt to answer one question: Who is the real Jan Marsalek? And what does his secret life reveal about the powerful forces he serves? more

Your daily front-row seat to Crime House. Every day, we bring you episodes covering true crime, scams, cults, conspiracies, and the cases that pull you past the headlines into the darkest corners of greed and deceit. One feed, a new story every day. This is a Crime House Original powered by PAVE Studios.Follow now so you never miss an episode. For ad-free access, subscribe to Crime House+ on Apple Podcasts. more

**Winner of the Peabody Award 2026** A sophisticated, predatory, multi-billion dollar industry is emerging from the shadows. It already rivals the size of the illicit drug trade. And it's about to get bigger and much more powerful. The Economist 's Sue-Lin Wong follows a trail that starts with the collapse of a bank in rural Kansas to uncover a global, underground scam economy built around human trafficking, corruption and money laundering. Can it be stopped? To listen to the full series subscribe to Economist Podcasts+ . Winner of the Overseas Press Club Lowell Thomas Award 2026; Two Gold Signal Awards for Money & Finance and News & Politics; Lowy Institute Media Award Winner 2025; Bloomberg News Jealousy List 2025 , New York Times Best True Crime 2025 ; Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

Deception, influence, and social engineering in the world of cyber crime.

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. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Fraudsters ad-free. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. more

An investigative journey through one of the biggest cases of art fraud in US history: The Knoedler Gallery. Written by VANITY FAIR reporter Michael Shnayerson and hosted by Alec Baldwin, ART FRAUD exposes the scandal of dozens of disputed paintings, and over 80 million dollars in profit that led to the stunning collapse of one of the oldest and most revered art galleries in New York City.Presented by Cavalry Audio and iHeartRadio more

Scams are no longer run by individuals. Instead, the bulk of scams now come from a network of high-security compounds in SE Asia, where an estimated 400,000 people live in slavery and are forced to run scams 24/7. In this multi-part video podcast, we'll dive into the terrifying world of 'scammer farms'. We'll meet people who've been trapped and escaped — and others who are desperately trying to rein in this exploding new business model. This is a What It Was Like Special Produced by Superreal Hosted by Julian Morgans Find us on TikTok , and YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

'Oh My Fraud' is a podcast where the true crime is shocking, gruesome, heinous, but with way fewer dead bodies. Hosted by Caleb Newquist, each episode explores fraud cases from petty swindles to corporate conspiracies, examining the people involved, their motives, methods, and how they spent the loot before it all came to a spectacular, inevitable end. more

Two Sisters, Brandi and Sunni discussing real life liars, frauds, fakes and phonies who lie lie lie! New Episodes Weekly.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4216099/advertisement more

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. more

Creating a Con is a true crime podcast that goes inside the minds of the most prolific modern-day con artist. Their schemes may be new, but their tactics are tried and true.  In Season One, you'll meet Ray Trapani a 26-year-old whose schemes targeted pharmacies, exotic cars and payment apps, all stepping stones to his biggest con yet.  In 2017, Trapani and his co-founders created a tech startup that found immediate success. It was endorsed by DJ Khaled and Floyd Mayweather and raised tens of millions of dollars overnight. It was set to disrupt the financial industry and Ray was about to change the world, until he didn't... because Trapani and his business were 100% fraudulent. When the dust settled, it would leave Trapani and his partners fighting for their freedom. Creating a Con takes you inside the mind of Trapani as he shares first hand of how he put together one of the largest financial frauds in modern history. Inspired by films and shows like Goodfellas, The Sopranos and The Wolf on Wall Street, Trapani lived in the fast lane on Miami's South Beach. He drank, partied and used his way straight to success, leaving a wake of destruction in his path. And that success culminated in the founding of Centra Tech, a start-up that was built on empty promises, fake executives, and millions of dollars from unsuspecting investors. Ray was on the top of the world until it all came crashing down. This podcast reveals the rise and fall of one of the greatest con artists in our lifetime. more

You're in the right place for the real and unpolished truth about fraud, crime, scams and threats to your bottom line. Episodes include conversations with notorious criminals, victims and FBI agents that get to the bottom of it. From their jaw-dropping stories you'll discover how to spot fraud, crime, scams and detect lies so you protect yourself from personal and business losses. Your host Traci Brown is the Fraud-Busting Body Language Expert. She's spent the last 20 years reading people and uncovering secrets hidden in plain sight. more

It's the unlikeliest of criminal partnerships: a devout polygamist from an insular Utah sect joining forces with a shadowy Armenian tycoon from LA. The result - a billion dollar fraud conspiracy . In Kingdom of Fraud, investigative reporter Michele McPhee traces the origins of the extraordinary alliance between Jacob Kingston and Levon Termendzhyan. Together, the two men trigger the largest tax investigation in American history and weave around themselves a web of dirty cops, influential political relationships and transnational money laundering. All this is set against the backdrop of Jacob Kingston's clan The Order. A powerful and secretive polygamist organization in Salt Lake City. To whom Jacob is desperate to prove his worth. Kingdom of Fraud is produced by Novel for iHeart Podcasts. For more from Novel, visit https://novel.audio/ . You can listen to new episodes of Kingdom of Fraud completely ad-free and 1 week early with an iHeart True Crime+ subscription, available exclusively on Apple Podcasts. Open your Apple Podcasts app, search for 'iHeart True Crime+, and subscribe today! more

A true story about seduction, deception, forgiveness, denial, and ultimately, survival. Reported and hosted by Christopher Goffard from the L.A. Times. more

Fraud Talk is the monthly podcast of the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE). In these sessions, we break down case studies, talk with the anti-fraud industry's leading experts, and give you more tools to spot, fight and prevent fraud. more

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 bank account.We'll tell you all about the scams, how they work and why people fall for them. Don't become a sucker. Listen in. more

Ann Arbor, Michigan is one of the most educated communities in the country, but its local government was taken in by a twice convicted felon. In California, Heidi went to prison for fraud. In West Virginia, she was convicted of conspiracy to commit money laundering and narrowly avoided prison. Beginning in 2020, elected leaders and City staff in Ann Arbor promoted Heidi's businesses and embraced her as a community partner. Former Ann Arbor City Council Member Elizabeth Nelson shares what happened in Michigan. She digs through local archives and government records to understand how other communities fell victim to HOLLOW HYPE. more

If you work in online fraud prevention, chances are you've caught the 'bug'. The bug that makes you passionate about identifying & preventing cybercriminals from getting away with stealing from your company, or your client's companies. Most people who have made cyber-fraud their career have the perfect balance of analytical and social skills, a strong sense of justice and the curiosity that will drive you to go down every path of information until you 'crack the case'.Just like sociology is the study of social behavior, and psychology is the study of human behavior, Fraudology is the science and study of fraud. On the Fraudology podcast, long-time online fraud expert, Karisse Hendrick will dive into all areas of Fraudology from the perspective of a fraud-fighter. With guests ranging from former cybercriminals to fraud-fighters at Fortune 500 companies to law enforcement and others, you will no doubt be entertained, while learning a lot about fraud & other forms of abuse prevention! Subscribe to be alerted when a new episode is out and please rate & review where you can, to help others find this new & unique podcast! more

Scams, cryptofraud, investment fraud, celebrity impersonation, romance baiting, sexploitation, crypto ATM fraud, job scams, toll scams, human trafficking... Stolen is a weekly podcast that uncovers the global rise of the transnational scam industry. Stolen investigates the global rise of digital crime — and the people caught in the crossfire. Join host Erin West — prosecutor, cybercrime investigator, global keynote speaker, and your guide into the dark corners of the internet. Hear from law enforcement, cyberfraud experts, and the survivors who've lived through the crimes. These are the voices behind the headlines and the crimes that cross borders and boundaries. more

Fraudish is a podcast to help those working in fraud. Hosted by Kelly Paxton, Certified Fraud Examiner, Ex-Private Investigator, and Pink Collar Crime Expert. Kelly is a former special agent turned investigator specializing in embezzlement and workplace dishonesty cases. Fraudish interviews outstanding fraud professionals so you can continue to move forward in your career. Origin stories, tips, resources are just some of the amazing fraud content you will hear each Tuesday.  more

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. more

Tax Crime Junkies The true crime podcast for people who love taxes, scandals, and stories too outrageous to deduct. 🎉 Over 50,000 downloads and counting! 🏆 Ranked #5 on Feedspot's '30 Best White Collar Crime Podcasts Worth Listening to in 2025.' Hey there, Tax Crime Junkies! This is the true crime podcast where taxes meet temptation...and the numbers don't always add up. Hosted by Dominique Molina, CPA, MST , CTS and Tom Gorczynski, EA, USTCP , CTP we follow the money trail through cases of fraud, embezzlement, tax evasion, and even homicide to uncover the shocking truth hiding behind the spreadsheets. As tax experts and practitioners, we go beyond the headlines to explain how these crimes happen, why they go undetected for so long, and what ultimately exposes them. From financial schemes gone wrong to greed-fueled cover-ups, we reveal the human motives that turn ordinary people into criminals, and sometimes killers. We've talked to investigators, lawyers, insiders, and even those who've served time to bring you gripping stories from the shadowy intersection of finance and crime. Along the way, we show what every taxpayer and business owner should know to stay safe, smart, and out of trouble. New episodes drop every other week, combining investigative storytelling, expert insight, and unforgettable twists. Whether you're a tax professional, a true crime fan, or just fascinated by what people will do for money, Tax Crime Junkies will keep you hooked from the first clue to the final confession. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts, leave a five-star review, and join us as we follow every trail — all the way to the truth. more

Real stories from real whistleblowers who risk their careers to shine a light on corporate fraud in America.

Hosted by cybersecurity and anti-fraud leader Paul Benda of the American Bankers Association, the ABA Fraudcast brings you expert insights, tools and strategies to help fight fraud. more

NASAA's Real Life Regulators podcast spotlights investment fraud cases from the files of state and provincial securities regulators and features interviews with the investigators and attorneys who bring these fraudsters to justice. Taking listeners through the investigative process provides an insider's view of how to identify an investment scam. more

In May 2024, Australian computer scientist Craig Wright became the most prolific evidence forger in modern British legal history. Wright was found to have forged and manipulated almost 500 pieces of evidence in his case against the Cryptocurrency Open Patent Alliance, leading to a dramatic defeat that brought to an end a ten-year campaign to become legally recognised as Satoshi Nakamoto, the creator of Bitcoin. Had he been victorious, Wright could have netted himself and his cabal of shady backers tens of billions of pounds, but his defeat left him with a criminal conviction. In this series, writer Mark Hunter and noted Craig Wright debunker consultant Arthur van Pelt look at Wright's incredible story from start to finish, examining the unprecedented decade-long scam he perpetrated on his backers and supporters and the ignominious legal defeats that brought an end to his audacious effort.The full story is now being told through a trilogy of books entitled 'Faketoshi: Fraud, Lies and the Battle for Bitcoin's Soul', with Volume I out on 1 September. Pre-order from www.drbitcoinpod.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

Welcome to Fraudcast, the storytelling podcast that unpacks the world of fraud with a hilarious twist! New EPs drop every Wed 5 pm Surrey / 6 pm NE CGY / 8 pm Brampton timeMeet your dynamic hosts, Prubh & Steeven, the comedic duo taking you on a laughter-filled journey through the most outrageous tales of scams and shams. From desi uncles to con artists, Steeven and Prubh infuse every episode with their infectious humor, turning fraud stories into a riotous adventure you won't want to miss. Get ready for a rollercoaster of laughs and unbelievable narratives! https://linktr.ee/fraudcast ?️ more

Scam Rangers - A podcast about the human side of fraud and the people who are on a mission to protect us. We will hear from activists, researchers, prosecutors, human trafficking experts and other advocates, telling the story of scams and scam victims from their perspectives. Most importantly - we can learn what we can do about it. If you are enjoying this show, subscribe, and follow me on LinkedIn for more information and news about online scams: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ayelet-biger-levin/ more

Experts from First American shine a light on the dark side of real estate fraud and expose the latest trends in real estate scams and schemes. To stay ahead of fraud risks and cybercrimes in real estate, subscribe to the First American's Fraud Center Alerts: https://firstam.com/fraud more

True Crime Podcast Hosted By Two Sisters Covering Crimes in Fraud, Scamming, Hoax, Heist and More...

Think you can spot a scam? Think again. The Scam Detectors Podcast unravels the increasingly sophisticated schemes separating people from their money - and how consumers and financial institutions are fighting back. Hosted by technology journalist Jane Wakefield, each episode explores a different type of scam through the eyes of everyday people, fraud fighters, household names, and industry experts. From romance scams to investment fraud, we expose fraudsters' tactics to help you protect yourself and your money. Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes and does not constitute financial advice. Any named entities in any of our episodes are not affiliated with Visa or Featurespace. more

Winner of two Signal Awards and two W3 Awards, Nickel & Crime goes deep into today's most devious scams, exposing the psychological tactics and surprising methods used to drain thousands of victims of billions of dollars every year. At a time when financial crime is increasingly sophisticated, we go behind the schemes to understand the often brilliant and sometimes foolish crooks' minds at work, so you can stay alert and avoid becoming their next victim. In season 3, Nickel & Crime returns with new mind-twisting stories… and something more. We're also taking a peek behind the curtain to see how Early Warning helps keep the U.S. financial ecosystem healthy using technology that can stop these bad actors before they strike. With more focus on what you need to know to spot a scam, alongside our signature immersive storytelling, Nickel & Crime is back to dissect the deception, for your protection.Nickel & Crime is the award-winning financial true crime show brought to you by Early Warning®, a financial services technology leader that has been empowering and protecting consumers, small businesses, and the U.S. financial system with cutting-edge fraud and payment solutions for more than three decades. Through unmatched network intelligence and partnerships with more than 2,500 bank and credit union brands, we increase access to financial services and products, and protect financial transactions. We are the company behind Zelle®, and PazeSM online checkout solution. To learn more about Early Warning, visit www.earlywarning.com.What financial crimes fascinate you? What questions do you have about risk and security? Connect with Nickel & Crime by commenting in the reviews. more

From Executive Producer Billy Bush, a shocking true story of heartache and heartbreak. One woman's heinous lies in the cancer con game of the century. Rachel spun an elaborate web of deceit, harrowing tales of a cancer battle, the loss of a child and the invention of high-stakes professions. All the while she meticulously concealed her 22 year marriage, cloaking her real life in layers of elaborate lies. more

A podcast for fraud prevention, payments, and cybersecurity professionals, hosted by people who work in the industry every day. Jordan Harris hosts, alongside co-hosts Cambria Valente ('Fraud Focus') and Jacqueline Chilton ('Payments Corner'). We bring real, hands-on experience to every conversation, along with sharp questions for our guests and honest takes on the trends shaping the industry. more

Fraud Forward is a banking-focused podcast bringing together fraud fighters, risk leaders, and financial crime experts to explore how fraud is evolving, and how financial institutions must adapt.Each episode features practical, candid conversations with teams in the trenches, covering strategy, governance, prevention, and recovery. Rather than chasing headlines, Fraud Forward focuses on what's working, what's changing, and what fraud leaders need to prepare for as financial crime accelerates.This is where banking comes together to challenge assumptions, pressure-test controls, and move fraud forward. more

Join Thomas Taraniuk in hosting leading minds from the world of AI, fintech, crypto, iGaming, and more. This podcast dives deep into the most pressing issues surrounding digital fraud in business. Each episode dissects key fraud-related issues that companies—both big and small—face today. From deepfakes and identity theft to money mules and forced verification, What The Fraud? is where digital fraudsters meet their match. This is THE podcast for comprehensive, actionable, and up-to-date information on fraud. Listen in to reveal what you can do to protect yourself and your business. Don't want to miss an episode? Follow the show now. CREDITS From Sumsub and This Is Distorted Presented by Thomas Taraniuk, Sumsub Produced by Faye Lyons-White, This Is Distorted Editor - Dave Reilly, This Is Distorted Executive Producer - Alex Jungius, This Is Distorted Executive Producer - Mila Varavina, Sumsub Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

THE SLIPPERYThe con artists think they're untouchable. The fraudsters believe their schemes are foolproof. The scammers assume they'll never be caught. They're all dead wrong.Welcome to The Slippery, where the most audacious scammers, mind-bending scandals, and elaborate schemes meet their match. Hosted by Nancy Moscatiello and Scott Eldridge—the investigative duo behind the explosive hit 'Scamanda' podcast and acclaimed documentary series—this true crime podcast takes you inside the twisted minds of master manipulators and the devastating aftermath they leave behind.Every case gets the deep-dive treatment across two episodes that reveal every angle of deception:THE SLIPPERY: Nancy and Scott dissect each case from first lie to final reckoning, with one host pitching why this story deserves the Hollywood treatment—documentary series, limited series, or feature film.THE SLIPPERY DEBRIEF: Raw, unscripted conversations with special guests who lived these schemes firsthand—victims, investigators, journalists, and insiders sharing revelations that never made official reports.From elaborate Ponzi schemes to fake cancer fundraisers, from romance scams to corporate fraud, The Slippery exposes the schemes that prove truth is more shocking than any fiction Hollywood could create.Because when it comes to deception, everyone thinks they're too smart to fall for it. Until they do.New episodes every week. Subscribe now and prepare to question everything you thought you knew about trust, manipulation, and the art of the con. more

The Fraudian Slip & Weekly Breach Breakdown - Conversations on data security, privacy, identity theft, scams, and fraud! more

A weekly podcast providing fraud prevention and vendor setup training to protect the vendor master file. Immediate takeaways with actionable steps you can implement today into your vendor onboarding and maintenance process to reduce payment fraud, regulatory fines and bad vendor data. Great tips for the Accounts Payable and Procurement teams to clean-up their vendor data, clean-up their vendor processes so that they can pay the right vendor. more

Every week on The Fraud Complex, we pull back the curtain on the world's most audacious real-life fraud cases and shocking betrayals. Why do we fall for it? And what's left when the facade falls away? Join CPA Garth Sheriff alongside comedian Josh Sager for sharp, unfiltered perspectives that expose the schemes and the masterminds. If you're fascinated by how deception really happens and want to protect yourself from becoming prey, you've found your show. more

Scammers rely on silence. We make noise. Welcome to the Avengers Anti-Fraud Alliance , led by Danny de Hek , a New Zealand investigative journalist whose work exposing scams, Ponzi schemes, MLMs and financial fraud has been featured by The New York Times , Bloomberg, The Guardian, ABC Australia, RNZ and others. This podcast takes you inside real investigations. We follow the money, identify the people behind fraudulent operations, examine corporate records, court documents, blockchain transactions, marketing material, leaked communications and digital evidence — then put what we find into the public record. Some investigations begin with a victim contacting me. Others start with an anonymous tip, a suspicious Zoom meeting, a cryptocurrency wallet, a court filing, or an Avenger somewhere in the world saying: 'Danny, you need to look at this.' The Avengers Anti-Fraud Alliance brings together researchers, whistleblowers, victims and ordinary people who are tired of watching scammers operate without scrutiny. Patreon helps fund that work and gives supporters a closer look behind the investigations — including updates, evidence, developing stories and material that doesn't always fit into a YouTube video. I don't accept payment to remove investigations. I don't sell reputation management. And when someone I investigate disagrees with my reporting, I give them the opportunity to respond. The objective is simple: Investigate. Analyse. Expose. Protect. If you're a victim, whistleblower or you've discovered something that deserves investigating, get in touch. Scams thrive in darkness. The Avengers turn on the lights. more

The Anatomy of Modern Romance Scams examines how long-term, attachment-driven deception operates beneath what are commonly called 'romance scams.' These scams don't begin with money—they begin with trust, emotional connection, and carefully constructed relationships that evolve over time. This series breaks down how those connections form, how trust is manipulated, and how the impact unfolds across emotional, relational, and financial dimensions. Based on lived experience and structured analysis, each episode focuses on a specific component of the process—helping listeners understand not just what happens, but how it happens. The goal is simple: increase awareness, restore clarity, and help strengthen prevention. For a deeper, firsthand account of how these scams unfold step by step, the book can now be found on Amazon. Please search ' Ding — 'Hello Dear, How Are You?' more

Stay on top of fraud and financial crime—wherever you are. What the F Happened? Fraud and Financial Crime, Deconstructed delivers concise breakdowns of the latest fraud news, cases, and industry shifts. Each 15-minute episode cuts through complexity to turn fast-moving developments into clear insights you can act on. We're fighting fraud every day, and this podcast breaks down what just happened, why it matters, and what you should do next. more

The (Im)material Podcast covers current developments and trends in forensic accounting, law enforcement, securities regulation, and white collar crime. Tune in to hear insights from real practitioners, technical details on the debits & credits of fraud, and the future of civil and criminal activity in the financial fraud space. From the minds that brought you the inSecurities Podcast from PLI, host Chris Ekimoff, a forensic CPA and investigative accountant, dives deep into the weeds of allegations of embezzlement, financial statement fraud, white collar crime, and legal cases dealing with accounting.The (Im)material Podcast is brought to you by (Im)material Productions LLC. Any opinions or discussions on the (Im)material Podcast are provided by the host and guests on their own behalf, and not on behalf of any employer, government agency, regulator, or third-party. The information provided herein is for educational and entertainment purposes only, and is not formal legal or financial advice.You can find more from The (IM)material Podcast on social media platforms like YouTube, LinkedIn, X, and TikTok at @ImmaterialPod. more

Husch Blackwell's False Claims Act Insights podcast helps healthcare providers and government contractors manage FCA risk, strengthen compliance, and defend against fraud allegations—even when the real issue is a contract or billing dispute, not intentional wrongdoing. Each episode, Jonathan Porter, a former Assistant U.S. Attorney and currently a partner with Husch Blackwell's White Collar, Internal Investigations & Compliance team, chats with preeminent guests to provide listeners with an up-to-date understanding of the FCA, including trends in recent litigation and compliance efforts. The show also explores those elements of the FCA that make it a uniquely powerful tool for the government against private business, including the Act's utilization of whistleblowers and its qui tam provisions, as well as evolving theories of FCA liability that expand the boundaries of what the Act covers, including cybersecurity and so-called reverse FCA claims. more

Welcome to the Financial Crime UK Weekly podcast. I'm Chris Kirkbride and I lecture law. This is an introductory podcast to give you a guide as to the sort of things which we will be looking at on this podcast in the first week of every month. However, there will be specials and additional podcasts out of this sequence if something happens which is significant and deserves a special episode. So, what are the sort of things we'll be talking about? Well, we will cover news, events, legal developments, and anything else that relates to financial crime, in the UK obviously, because that is in the podcast title but also in other jurisdictions. No man is an island and financial crime certainly does not respect national borders. Broadly, the coverage will be all aspects of: Fraud | Bribery | Market abuse and insider dealing | Money laundering and terrorist financing | Data and information theft | Cybercrime (phishing / smishing) and the challenges generated by fintech in terms of finance crime threats. While these might be financial crimes, strictly speaking, but that is not all. It is necessary to reflect on the responses to financial crime which the state adopts. While this is less about fines and imprisonment, we will focus on confiscation and recovery schemes, sanctions imposed on those who have committed financial crimes, together with arrangements designed to allow the offender to avoid/defer prosecution, namely, deferred prosecution agreements. Consideration will also be given to the regulatory architecture of financial crime, both domestic and international as stated, financial crime does not respect borders together with regulatory enforcement and aspects of the compliance industry the industry which helps commercial entities stay on the right side of the law. Finally, and this is a particular interest of mine, but I am fascinated by the interface between criminal and civil law where the facts of an event could lead to prosecution or civil action. Consequently, while this is a financial crime podcast, we will also consider those situations where the civil law might bring about a robust response to financial wrongdoing. So, that's it from me for now except to say that the podcast is available from the usual places, Google Podcasts, Spotify, iTunes, and others. more

Sue Wall Street digs into the scams, cover-ups, and corporate faceplants that Wall Street hopes you'll ignore. From fraud and insider trading to the whistleblowers who called it out we break down how the powerful play the game and sometimes get burned. We're not lawyers or accountants, so don't take this as legal or financial advice. Go to ZLK.com for more on the case and follow us for the next corporate faceplant. more

FAKD takes a look into the complex business of counterfeit and fake items on the market. How to tell fake items from real items and how not to get scammed. more

'Let's Talk About Scams' is the must-listen show for anyone who wants to protect themselves and their loved ones from scams. Host, Joyce Petrowski, and her guests will provide valuable insights and practical tips on how recognize and protect yourself from scams. Scams can have devastating financial, emotional, and psychological consequences. Each week you will gain insights on scam awareness and tips and tools on how to protect yourself and your loved ones. Let's Talk About Scams is broadcast live Tuesdays at 8AM PT on K4HD Radio Hollywood Talk Radio ( www.k4hd.com ) part of Talk 4 Radio ( www.talk4radio.com ) on the Talk 4 Media Network ( www.talk4media.com ). Let's Talk About Scams TV Show is viewed on Talk 4 TV ( www.talk4tv.com ). Let's Talk About Scams Podcast is also available on Talk 4 Media ( www.talk4media.com ), Talk 4 Podcasting ( www.talk4podcasting.com ), iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets. Disclaimer: The information contained in this podcast is intended for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for individual professional / legal advice. The podcast information was carefully compiled from vetted sources and references; however, R.O.S.E. Resources / Outreach to Safeguard the Elderly cannot guarantee that you will not fall victim to a scam. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/let-s-talk-about-scams--6483699/support . more