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eLIESabeth

CC Suarez & Sherrilyn Dale

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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 El ...
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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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Scams & Cons

Jim Grinstead

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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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Welcome to A Good Night for a Murder, a Victorian true crime podcast. New episodes are released every month and cover notorious cases like Jack the Ripper and Lizzie Borden, to lesser known, but equally fascinating cases like chocolate cream poisoner Christiana Edmunds, missing socialite Dorothy Arnold, spirit photographer/scam artist William Mumler, and so many more. Check out Patreon for bonus content and Patreon exclusive series, A Good Night Snack. Follow along on Instagram, TikTok, and ...
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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.
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Chameleon: Hollywood Con Queen

Sony Music Entertainment / Campside Media

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The story of and hunt for the notorious scam artist known as the Hollywood Con Queen. Chameleon: Hollywood Con Queen is part of The Binge - subscribe to listen to all episodes, all at once, ad-free right now. From serial killer nurses to psychic scammers – The Binge is your home for true crime stories that pull you in and never let go. Follow The Binge Crimes and The Binge Cases wherever you get your podcasts to get new stories on the first of the month, every month. Hit ‘Subscribe’ at the t ...
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Coming to Paramount+ as a 3-part docuseries on October 28, 2025 - Don't Date Brandon. Ex-Wives Undercover is a powerful true crime podcast that exposes the hidden world of charming con artists, narcissists, and master manipulators—men who cheat, scam, and gaslight their way through relationships, leaving devastation behind. Told by the women who lived it, these are the real, raw stories of survival, sisterhood, and taking back power. Our stories have been featured on Netflix’s Love Con Reven ...
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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 b ...
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Don’t Worry!

Kiana Brizendine

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Lucas Hart has a problem: everything he’s afraid of ACTUALLY HAPPENS. So he’s been living on an iceberg in who-knows-where, Alaska, where he can’t cause any problems...until the Alaskan police deem him mentally unstable and ship him off to live with his estranged sister...who owns a ski resort facing a dozen lawsuits...who is marrying a world-record-holder for concussions...and who hates his guts. What could possibly go wrong? Lucas teams up with a slimy ex-psychologist-turned-psychic-scam-a ...
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Scam Goddess

Earwolf & Laci Mosley

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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 Smoo ...
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The Ever Evolving Truth is an investigative podcast series. Season 1: Is the focus a sick single mother battling cancer and abuse OR is she a two-bit scam artist who will do anything for a dollar except hold a job? Decide for yourself this season on The Ever Evolving Truth. Season 2: TEET follows the story of Anna Maciejewska, a missing Malvern, PA woman many believe was murdered by her husband. We rattle many cages and explore many theories as we seek the truth. Season 3: Was a miscalculate ...
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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. 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/ ...
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Directors Byron Howard (Tangled, Bolt) and Rich Moore (Wreck-It Ralph, The Simpsons) discuss their latest animated film. In Zootropolis, a city where animals from every environment live together, Officer Judy Hopps, the very first bunny on the police force, jumps at the opportunity to crack her first case, partnering with fast-talking, scam-artist fox Nick Wilde to solve the mystery. Hosted by Ali Plumb at the Apple Store, Covent Garden in London.
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Semi-normal people discussing God's word, and how it applies to daily life. Rachelle & Carder host a morning show on 89.3 KSBJ in Houston. Anything But Quiet Time is an inside look into what they're learning as they read through the Bible. It's kind of like that conversation that happens when you attend a really cool small group at your church. If it encourages you, please share this podcast with a friend - and don't forget to listen to Rachelle & Carder every weekday morning on 89.3 KSBJ in ...
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Two bumbling bachelor roommates win a lotto scratch ticket only to have the money scammed from them by a conniving con artist-turned-actress. Furious, they attempt to scam her back to get revenge… but find that her feminine wiles are more sophisticated than they initially anticipated.
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James Altucher interviews the world's leading peak performers in every area of life. But instead of giving you the typical success story, James digs deeper to find the "Choose Yourself" story - these are the moments we relate to... when someone rises up from personal struggle to reinvent themselves. The James Altucher Show brings you into the lives of peak-performers: billionaires, best-selling authors, rappers, astronauts, athletes, comedians, actors, and the world champions in every field, ...
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The new MintPress podcast hosted by British-Iraqi hip hop artist Lowkey -- The Watchdog, closely examines organizations in the public interest including intelligence, lobby, and special interest groups influencing policies and that target dissent. The Watchdog goes against the grain by casting a light on stories largely ignored by the mainstream, corporate media. Listen to the latest Lowkey music on iTunes (https://music.apple.com/us/artist/lowkey/157616301) and Spotify (https://open.spotify ...
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Red Flags

Tejas Mayekar

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Being an artist over the Internet is not really easy. Some people are always looking to scam you or earn a quick buck by pulling some fishy tricks. On this podcast, Tejas tells stories and discusses such scams and frauds so that you can stay safe and focus more on being creative.
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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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CEO Glow Show

Sheila Bella: 7 Figure Beauty Business Coach

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Welcome to the CEO Glow Show, Formerly known as Pretty Rich Podcast where beauty entrepreneurship meets personal growth and spirituality! Hosted by Sheila Bella, a 7-figure beauty business coach and microblading mogul, this podcast is your go-to source for industry-specific strategies, marketing wisdom, spiritual insights, and a healthy dose of inspiration. Each episode is crafted with the beauty entrepreneur in mind, offering actionable advice to help you grow your business, enhance your pe ...
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Statewide

Sean Crawford

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Reporting from in and around [email protected] to Statewide across Illinois in:Bloomington/Normal – WGLT 89.1 (Saturdays 5 PM)Carbondale – WSIU 91.9 (Saturdays 3 PM and Sundays 6 AM)Mount Vernon - WVSI 88.9 (Saturdays 3 PM and Sundays 6 AM)Olney - WUSI 90.3 (Saturdays 3 PM and Sundays 6 AM)Quad Cities - WVIK 105.7 HD-2 (TBD)Rockford/DeKalb – WNIJ 89.5 (Saturdays 6 AM, Sundays 2 PM)Springfield/Decatur - WUIS 91.9 (Saturdays 9 AM)Peoria – WCBU 89.9 (Saturdays 5 PM)Pittsf ...
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Welcome to the Survival and Basic Badass Podcast, where we dive into the world of off-grid living, guns, prepping, survival, and a touch of intriguing conspiracy theories. Join us as we explore the skills, knowledge, and mindset necessary to navigate an unpredictable world. Each week we delve into a wide range of topics designed to empower you with practical tips and insights. From mastering self-sufficiency in off-grid living to honing your firearm skills, we leave no stone unturned when it ...
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Everyone makes mistakes. Some of us - really big ones. But what comes next? Rock Bottom is a show that explores people's lowest, most embarrassing, and challenging moments. Featuring raw, unfiltered conversations with comedians, creators, authors and celebrities, we talk about how they not only survived it all but transformed their lives. Hosted by Ned Fulmer, the ex-BuzzFeed Try Guys co-creator whose own Rock Bottom ranked #6 of Time's Most Viral Moments of 2022, the show blends curiosity a ...
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Explore Something New. Interviews on Science, Sex, Society and Sports. From CERN Particle Physicists and Professional Casino Cheats to Erotic Hypnotists and Olympic Athletes, every week we sit down with a guest from a different walk of life. The story is never the same but the goal always is, to learn something new. Named Best Interview Podcast in 2023, nominated in 2021 and 2022.
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We often view the use of the word, creed, in a religious context, and rightfully so; but at its essence, a creed is a belief that is fundamental, a guiding principle. This Podcast is dedicated to the principle of freedom and liberty. The antithesis of freedom and liberty is oppression. The right to be free is a fundamental belief in American culture, and must never be taken for granted or abused. Therefore, the creed of freedom is more important than any other principle or belief...indeed, p ...
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Start your day with award-winning co-hosts Gayle King, Nate Burleson and Tony Dokoupil in Studio 57, as they bring you insightful conversations and world-class original reporting from around the world. Watch CBS Mornings weekday mornings at 7AM ET on CBS or stream it on Paramount+.
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Levi is now solo! Levi likes to still talk about films and television, but then he gets bored and calls his friends to talk of silly things. Please leave a review and maybe I'll read it! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/criticsaretherealartists/support
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Parklife is a podcast about the people that make the parks we visit what they are. The first series visits a busy suburban park in Hanoi, Vietnam. It has been used as a dump, outlived a name change to honour Vladimir Lenin and survived a major redevelopment scam. We follow the characters that tread its leafy paths. Dancers and young lovers, gamblers and prostitutes reveal their lives in an evolving one-party state.
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Larry Lynn is a Record Label Owner, Artist Manager, Tour Manager & Uncle. These are his thoughts... @thelarrylynnpodcast Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/TheLarryLynnPodcast/support
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Letter Rip!

AUXORO Studios

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Welcome to Letter Rip, the comedy show where host Zach Grossfeld writes unhinged open letters to celebrities, pop culture icons, and the long-dead legends. From ruthless roasts to deranged rants, no one’s safe — not The Rock, not Greta Thunberg, not even Honest Abe. Rip it hard, rip it sexy, or don’t rip at all. Produced by AUXORO Studios.
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Join us on ’The Walk The Line Podcast’ for inspiring and educational interviews with real people from all walks of life. This podcast features in-depth conversations with entrepreneurs, artists, activists, and everyday individuals who share their personal stories, experiences, and unique perspectives. So, take a walk with us and be inspired by the real stories, life lessons, and diverse journeys of real people from all walks of life.
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Young Nigerian content creator. Portrait artist, spoken word poet, Writer with a twisted perspective on life which is expressed through art and great conversations. An assemblage of discussions on prevailing issues in the art and poetry industry with a focus on Africa, Nigeria Specifically.
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大家好,我是林老師! This is MandarinWithMissLin from Taiwan. I'm from Taipei, Taiwan. I hope this Podcast can help you train your Chinese listening skill and learn natural Taiwanese Mandarin vocabulary and phrases. My mission is to help learners to speak Chinese naturally, to help you learn authentic Taiwanese Mandarin, and discover Taiwanese culture. To learn more with me , please take a look at my courses or my Youtube channel. More free Taiwanese Mandarin sources on my website. https://www.taiwane ...
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Long Reads

Rest of World

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Listen to Rest of World's best stories about the way technology is reshaping the globe. Narrated by our staff of writers and editors. Nearly four billion internet users live outside the West. We're telling their stories, with in-depth, on-the-ground reporting on topics like Big Tech’s global influence, e-commerce, cryptocurrency, the struggles of the gig economy, and the rise of EVs.
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In this first half of a two-part conversation, Harry sits down with Javier, host of the acclaimed PRETEND true crime podcast, to dissect the decades-long romance scam at the center of The Rachel Cancer Scam. Javier binge-listens to ten episodes in one sitting and comes in hot with the question nobody has asked Harry directly: “Are you still in love…
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Ousted Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, are set to be arraigned at a Manhattan courthouse on Monday after they were captured during a U.S. operation in Caracas over the weekend. They're expected to plead not guilty to the charges they face. Matt Gutman reports. The operation to capture Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro and h…
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Images of overrun apartment buildings in Colorado -- and severed fingers -- landed in the president's Venezuela speech over the weekend, part of Donald Trump's justification for his actions in Venezuela. Justice reporter Allison Sherry provides some context. Then, Colorado had to try hard to become a state. It took five attempts over two decades. I…
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Czech lower house Speaker Tomio Okamura's New Year speech has ignited a major dispute on the Czech political scene less than a month after the new government took office. The address, peppered with insults against both Ukraine and the EU, has sparked outrage among opposition politicians, who are calling for Okamura’s dismissal from the third highes…
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Learn how to survive in the wilderness with our essential tips and tricks to stay alive in the woods. From finding food and building shelter to navigating and starting a fire, we've got you covered. Whether you're a seasoned outdoorsman or just starting out, this video is a must-watch for anyone who ventures into the great outdoors. With practical …
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Josh Widdicombe is about to take his stand up show on the road around the country and his latest new podcast series; Dr Helen Sharman talks about the time she became Britain’s first astronaut, and Finlay Wilson a Yoga teacher and author discusses all things yoga in all sorts of glorious Scottish settings. Plus Emily Watson the actor with an astonis…
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Kristyna and Marek Milde are a Czech artist duo based in Brooklyn. Through installation, sculpture, photography, and collage, they explore how urban life affects our relationship to nature and the objects around us — revealing both the tension and the connections between the two. Their work has been featured in institutions including Kunsthalle Pra…
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Over 300 convicts have been released on January 1, most of them from the women’s prison in Světlá nad Sázavou. The early releases took place under an amendment to the Criminal Code. The measure will mainly apply to people serving sentences for failing to meet their maintenance, or alimony, obligations.…
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Amendments to the Civil Code, effective as of this year, should open the way to fast-track divorces. The courts will no longer be required to determine who was at fault for the breakdown of the marriage and agreement on custody rights should speed up the process further. Critics say children could bear the brunt.…
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The legacy of Cherry Creek is rooted in Black history and it played a pivotal role shaping Denver into the city that it is today. Chandra Thomas Whitfield moderated a panel discussion called "Legacy of Cherry Creek: Growing Up Black in Denver’s Transforming Neighborhood" in front of an audience this past spring. It was hosted by Arapahoe Libraries …
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In this week’s Fraud Friday, Laci revisits Episode 152 and chats with journalist and podcast host Sam Sanders (The Sam Sanders Show) about Bishop Lamor Whitehead, who initially gained sympathy after being robbed during a livestreamed sermon. Now, his integrity is under scrutiny as details of his past crimes have emerged. Plus, the viral TikTok Pink…
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On the first day of the year, a conversation about fresh starts. Forgiveness is the focus of Kristin Koval's riveting novel, "Penitence." We spoke at Lit Fest last Spring. Then, a final reflection on 2025 with a hall of fame moment for rock legend Joe Cocker who found happiness living in Colorado.By Colorado Public Radio
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As 2025 draws to a close, we revisit the stories of four people who now call Colorado home. They have a common bond: They all survived the American tragedy known as Hurricane Katrina, which devastated New Orleans 20 years ago and remains one of the deadliest and most destructive hurricanes in U.S. history. They share their journey from Louisiana to…
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There's promising new research out of Colorado in the effort to treat Alzheimer's disease. The study focused on the drug Leukine, which is already on the market to treat other disorders. Andrea speaks with the study's senior author, Huntington Potter, who directs the University of Colorado Alzheimer's and Cognition Center. Then, another study shows…
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A viral video posted over the weekend alleged more than two dozen child and health care facilities in Minnesota are defrauding the government. CBS News has not confirmed any instances of fraud. DHS followed up by visiting dozens of facilities Monday, while the FBI said it has "surged personnel and investigative resources" to the state. Jonah Kaplan…
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Police in Czechia are warning of a rise in scams in which people are lured abroad and unknowingly used to smuggle drugs. The National Drug Control Centre says that elderly people are particularly vulnerable and at least two Czechs who fell for the scam, have ended up in foreign jails in the past year.…
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With New Year’s Eve fast approaching – a night of fireworks for many – you may want to familiarise yourself with the rules on pyrotechnics in Czechia, especially following recent regulatory changes. Not only is the sale of New Year’s rockets and firecrackers now more restricted, but additional local bans have also been introduced.…
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Laci welcomes rappers, comedians, and longtime besties Justina Valentine and Conceited (What’s Cookin’ Good Lookin’, Wild ’N Out) to our NYE show! Together, they discuss their personal experiences with scams from sneaker schemes to FaceTuned images gone wrong. We also count down some of our favorite “honorable scammers” of 2025, including OnlyFans …
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Tim Durham lives in a 30,000-square-foot Shangri La on the outskirts of Indianapolis, has a $6 million yacht and parties with Playboy models. He claims to have made his fortune as a king of the leveraged buyout, with his company Obsidian Enterprises buying stakes in struggling manufacturing companies, turning them around, and flipping them for big …
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Ahmed al Ahmed, who is being hailed as a Bondi Beach hero, told CBS News in an exclusive interview what was going through his mind as he tackled and disarmed one of the gunmen who opened fire at a Jewish celebration at the famous Sydney, Australia beach. The number of Americans with Alzheimer's disease is expected to double from 7 million in 2020 t…
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The expansion of gambling in Colorado means added temptations for problem gamblers. It’s led the state to invest millions of dollars to treat gambling addictions. We look at the changes to gambling in Colorado and talk with a therapist and a Denver man in recovery. Then, he dedicated his career to treating patients with lung cancer and never expect…
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Discover the U.S. state that offers the most freedom, from gun laws to tax policies. In this video, we'll explore the top state that prioritizes individual liberty, limited government intervention, and personal autonomy. Whether you're a libertarian, conservative, or simply someone who values freedom, this video is for you. We'll examine various fa…
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In this episode, Elizabeth betrays the person who trusted her most; her best friend McKay. What McKay believed was loyalty to a close friend slowly became a trap. Trust was exploited, emotions were manipulated, and a romantic relationship became another tool of control. The betrayal wasn’t just financial, it was personal, intimate, and designed to …
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This is the first day of Kwanzaa, a celebration of African American culture and heritage along with seven guiding principles, such as unity, purpose, and self-determination. Light the kinara with us as we share some of our favorite Kwanzaa memories from our annual Colorado Matters Holiday Extravaganzas! Plus, my conversation from August with Denver…
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Děčín, a town in northern Czechia, is hardly the first place you’d expect to find autographs from much of the Harry Potter film cast, or a chance to try on an invisibility cloak. Yet thanks to Andrea Vendolská, a passionate collector of Harry Potter artefacts, it has become the perfect destination for Harry Potter fans.…
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On this week's Fraud Friday, Laci welcomes Jean Elie (HBO’s Insecure) to the show to discuss Fred Brito, a con artist of many faces including the faces of priests. Plus, John Oliver recently tipped his hat to Kim Kardashian for her role in helping solve an art fraud scheme. Stay Schemin’! (Originally Released 11/01/2022) Also, catch Laci's TV Show …
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