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Think you know what “Made in USA” really means? Think again. In this eye-opening episode, we peel back the red, white, and blue sticker to uncover the real story behind the label that’s supposed to stand for quality, integrity, and homegrown pride. From its historic roots in post-war industry to modern marketing loopholes, we explore what it takes to legally earn the title—and how some brands fake...

Think that degree is real? In this episode, we dive into the billion-dollar world of fake diplomas, shady online universities, and life experience degrees. From global scandals to red flags to watch for, this one’s an education in how deep the fraud really goes.

This week on FakdPodcast, we dive headfirst into the wildest frauds, fakes, and financial foul play making headlines around the world. From cyberattacks on retirement accounts to con artists scamming NBA stars, the deception is global — and relentless. 🕵️‍♂️ Here’s what we’re exposing this week: 💻 Cyber Heist Down Under: Over 10,000 Australian superannuation accounts breached in a coordinated cyb...

in this episode of FAKD we talk about how the show Extreme Makeover: Home Edition financially and emotionally ruined some individuals lifes after the cameras were off.

do you know why we celebrate April Fools Day? in this episode we look at the history of April Fools day and who celebrates it! we also explore some of the examples of historic April fools day pranks!

in this episode we talk about the fake currency used during the Great Depression called "scrip" - they had to do anything to survive and this is what they came up withi

in this episode we talk all about how people saw the video of the amazing and VERY REAL crew 9 space landing and they thought it was FAKE? we explore the many reasons it was real and why it's insulting to assume everything space related is fake.

so in this crazy world of scammers and fraudsters some call themselves out before I even get to them. Take for example this tiktoker that claimed she talked with aliens and they said they'd be visiting this weekend - well they definitely didn't and that's what we'll be talking about today!

Are height maxing pills the secret to growing a few extra inches, or just another scam preying on insecurities? In this episode of FAKD, we break down the outrageous claims behind these so-called growth supplements and expose the pseudoscience used to lure in hopeful buyers. From fake before-and-after photos to misleading “clinical studies,” we’ll uncover the marketing tricks used by scammers to c...

In this episode, we talk all about cruise ship scams, and how many there are both on the actual cruise? Itself, and in the port, so make sure to listen to this entire episode and share with anybody who might be going on a cruise, very, very soon. I'll see you guys in the episode.

in this episode we talk about how Casey Anthony has found herself back in the spotlight with her tiktok account. She is claiming that she is a "civil rights activist" now and wants to help others with wrongful convictions? what do you think of this?

in this episode we go over the conspiracies linked to the South Carolina fires and how people have been developing some pretty crazy theories. We go over "Smart Cities" and how the idea of them destroying land to obtain land makes no sense.

in this episode we explore the ways smugglers use creativity (for bad) to smuggle drugs, guns, and even people across countries borders!

in this episode we talk about egg scams being advertised on Facebook and other platforms and how to avoid falling for it

In this episode, we dive into the chilling mystery of Jack the Ripper, the infamous serial killer whose identity has eluded investigators for over a century. After more than 130 years, new scientific advancements and shocking DNA evidence have reignited the conversation about his true identity. We’ll explore the gruesome murders that terrorized Victorian London, the suspects who have been scrutini...

just a quick update from Joseph Rowan here at FAKD - will be releasing new episodes very soon!

What exactly is the difference between dupes and counterfeit products? In this episode of FAKD, we will discuss the main legal differences between the two and what makes one accepted and the other not.

we explore in this podcast episode the financial burden that influencers will put on themselves to appear rich in their videos. sometimes going severely into debt to maintain a lifestyle. this is called influencer debt consolidation.

In this episode of Fakd , we dive into the world of counterfeit luxury cars—a growing global scam that takes high-end automotive brands like Rolls-Royce, Ferrari, and Lamborghini and turns them into cheap knock-offs. From China’s infamous Landwind X7, a blatant copy of the Range Rover Evoque, to dangerous fakes lacking critical safety features, we explore the mechanics behind this underground indu...

Scams have been around forever and in this episode, we talk all about the scams that occur in ancient history!

Possibly the first example of using Chat GPTs new voice feature in order to fake having a host of the podcast? This new feature is absolutely amazing and will revolutionize the podcast industry using artificial intelligence!

Have you heard of the drug Ozempic, being used for weight loss? Well, that is now being faked also (of course). Let's learn how to tell the difference!

In this episode, we talk all about the exploit that I had developed during the height of the MoviePass craze and how it may have led to the failure of the MoviePass

Did you know they FAKE scallops? In this episode we go over the history of scallops and what makes them valuable as well as how people fake them!

Did you know the USA has plenty of FAKE cities within its borders? We will discuss them all in this episode!