FAKD

In this episode, we look at the famous con man who sold the Eiffel tower not only once, but twice!

In this episode we go over all the scams to look for when visiting the beautiful, busy city of Paris!

in this episode we look at the scams that can occur while you visit the beautiful city of Amsterdam located in the Netherlands.

In this episode we explore the origins of the saying "The Real McCoy"

Scams in the early 1900s were so common that a doctor was able to convince patients that sewing "goat testicles" onto anyone who was impotent, would result in the ability to have kids again. Learn all about it in this episode of FAKD!

Learn all about AI-generated influencers in this episode. The future of "influencing" and how AI will absolutely change social media as we know it!

Don't be deceived by enticing mystery boxes sold online. Unscrupulous sellers may promise hidden treasures, but these tempting packages often conceal disappointment. Protect yourself from potential scams and avoid mystery boxes that lack transparency or prey on your curiosity. Stay vigilant, and shop wisely to unmask the real deals from the deceitful charades

Julia Lyons, the pandemic scammer. This con-woman was notorious for her confidence schemes and had escaped the grasp of the police on many occasions. In this episode, we go over her entire career and also judge the nicknames given to her by the Chicago Tribune.

Conmen have always been around, but have you ever heard of someone who sold the Taj Mahal multiple times to a foreigner? In this episode we will discover India's most notorious conman - Natwarlal.

Want to hear about the biggest hoaxes in history? In this episode, we will talk all about the shysters that swindled people back as far as the 1800s!

Ever wonder if beer could be faked? Well in this episode we go all over the ways beer is faked, from movies and television to fake Chinese beer being served at bars and restaurants!

Want to know all about scams that occur at airports around the world to prepare you for your upcoming travels? Well in this episode of FAKD, we talk all about the most frequent scams that happen before, during and after your flight!

Laws are made to make sure people are all aware of what is expected from one another. But what happens when some are made that just don't make sense anymore or are from a very specific incident? Find out the strangest laws around the world that still are in effect today!

Ever wonder how they make the props in your favorite movies? Well in this Episode of FAKD, we talk all about the lengths that movie producers have to go through in order to make it as convincing as possible. Check it out!

Have you ever been swooned by a side-hustle guru and wasted your time on a side hustle? Well, you are not alone, this happens all the time and it's time we learned all about the good and the bad of side-hustles. In this episode, we explore some of the side hustles you shouldn't waste your money on and some you may be able to make money on the side.

Ever wonder what goes on behind the scenes of a reality show? Well in this episode we talk about the first Reality Show "An American Family" as well as my personal experience being on "Pawn Stars", be prepared to learn a lot about these shows!

What cheese is actually real cheese and what disqualifies cheese from actually being "cheese"? In this episode we will talk all about Government Cheese, what makes cheese "cheese" and the history of cheese in general!

Ever wonder how Champagne is made or where it comes from? In this episode we talk all about FAKE Champagne and how to tell the difference so you know you're getting the best possibly quality for the Champagne you are purchasing!

So we all know the folklore behind the Costco Kirkland Signature Brand but do we know who these shadow companies are that create all the products? Let's go through the confirmed, unconfirmed, and rumored information as to who is behind these great and cheap products!

So we all know the folklore behind the Costco Kirkland Signature Brand but do we know who these shadow companies are that create all the products? Let's go through the confirmed, unconfirmed, and rumored information as to who is behind these great and cheap products!

Ever wonder what makes Tom Ford Sunglasses so expensive or how to spot a FAKE? In this episode, we talk all about the history of TOM FORD and how to tell if something is fake or not!

Over a billion cell phones are currently on the open market, but do we know how many of them are knockoffs? Millions of FAKE cell phones find their way into the hands of consumers every year, so how do you tell the difference? Let's talk about it in this week's episode!

Ever wonder about the history of that black pepper that sits on your table? Or the fact that is totally FAKED in some parts of the world? Well, let's explore that together in this new episode all about FAKE black pepper!

with the Alex Murdaugh case all wrapped up I figured I'd put out an episode all about FAKE insurance claims and how insurance companies make sure you don't get away with fraud claims.

Planning on traveling to a pretty popular spot this spring/summer season? Well most of these places have lots of tourist traps and this is the easiest way to navigate them to avoid getting scammed!