Best Conversation Con Artists Podcast Podcasts (2025)

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Choosing The RIGHT Bug Out Bag For YOU 46:11

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When it comes to emergency preparedness, having the right bug out bag can make all the difference in keeping you safe and comfortable. In this video, we will guide you through the process of choosing the perfect bug out bag for your needs, considering factors such as size, material, and the type of camping gear you will need to include. Whether you…

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EP 447 - The Future of Hybrid Publishing with J.D. Barker 56:46

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Mark interviews J.D. Barker about his writing and publishing journey and his many collaborations over the years, including with James Patterson, and the unique publishing and distribution collaboration with Simon & Schuster that combines the best of the self-publishing and the traditional publishing worlds. Prior to the interview, Mark shares comme…

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The Great McDonald's Monopoly Heist | A Man on the Inside | 1 42:42

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In 1987, McDonald's joined forces with another American icon for a marketing scheme. The McDonald's Monopoly promotion was so popular that the company decided to bring it back again and again, watching their sales spike every time. What they didn't know was that one man on the inside was rigging the game so that no one would ever win the big prizes…

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The Three Goats (Rerun) 21:37

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Get episodes without adverts + bonus episodes at ⁠EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/Support⁠. Your support is appreciated! Three goats live happily in a field eating grass. But one day, there's no more grass. They decide to cross a bridge to another field. But when they try to cross, a monster jumps out, and he wants to eat them! Go to ⁠EasyStoriesInEnglish…

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The Rise of History's Most Powerful Pirate Zheng Yi Sao 32:51

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She commanded up to 80,000 pirates and 1,800 ships — more warships than most countries had in 1809. She crushed the Chinese, Portuguese, and British navies… then retired undefeated, filthy rich, and opened her own casino. Meet Zheng Yi Sao (also known as Ching Shih) — history’s most successful and most feared pirate of all time. From a floating bro…

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EP 446 - Exercising Multiple Creative Outlets with Artist, Author, and Musician Meaghan Smith 56:47

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Mark interviews Meaghan Smith about the new children's book IT SNOWED that she wrote and illustrated, which was inspired by her popular holiday song of the same name. This Juno-Award winning singer-songwriter shares her many creative passions for music, writing, and art. Prior to the interview, Mark shares a personal update and a word about this ep…

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Case File | American Scandal | The Ice Pick Surgeon 24:56

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Medical professionals are some of the most trusted people in our society. And for good reason. They dedicate their lives to helping others. Every now and again, you get a bad egg like Genene Jones, who seeks to hurt her patients, too. And then there are the more complicated cases. Walter Jackson wanted to help people. He really did. But his way of …

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EP 445 - Overcoming The Self-Sabotage from Buried Trauma with Andrea Torrey Balsara 1:01:16

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In this episode Mark interviews Andrea Torrey Balsara about her writing, her passion in inspiring joy through storytelling and energy healing, trauma, creativity and much more. Prior to the interview, Mark shares a brief personal update and a word about this episode's sponsor. I THINK IT'S A SIGN THAT THE PUN ALSO RISES is available now in hardcove…

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American Criminal Season 20: The Great McDonald's Monopoly Heist 1:53

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In the late-1980s, McDonald’s teamed up with another icon of American capitalism: the game of Monopoly. Together, the two brands launched one of the most successful and popular marketing campaigns of the 20th century. Certain McDonald’s products came with themed game pieces that customers could collect and assemble to win prizes, including a millio…

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Killer Nurse: Genene Jones | Do No Harm | 4 44:25

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After being chased from Bexar County Hospital, killer nurse Genene Jones heads to Kerrville to work in a new pediatric clinic. And despite how close she came to being caught for her crimes already, she refuses to stop murdering the children in her care -- until enough people finally notice what she's doing. To listen to all four episodes of 'The Ki…

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AI Fame Or Folly - AI Music Artist - It's a Digital Instrument!!! 22:32

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OG GOAT to AI Google's version called Gemini, OG GOAT: Can I classify AI-generated singing as a digital instrument? GEMINI: Yes, you absolutely can classify AI-generated singing as a digital instrument or a type of virtual instrument, especially in the context of music production and performance. The classification is based on how the technology fu…

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Hangzhou and the Joy of Cycling (Conversation) 43:56

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Get episodes without adverts + bonus episodes at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/Support⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Your support is appreciated! This episode has come out very late because of my appendicectomy. Apologies! I have recovered now and we should be back to our regular schedule soon enough. 'Above there is heaven, and below there is Hangzhou.' So it m…

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How To Avoid Getting Scammed (Con Artist Tricks) 44:25

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Learn how to protect yourself from con artists and scams with our expert guide. In this video, we'll reveal the most common tricks used by scammers to deceive innocent people, and provide you with valuable tips on how to avoid falling victim to their schemes. From phishing scams to investment scams, we'll cover it all. By watching this video, you'l…

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EP 444 - Book Marketing Made Easy with Manuscript Report 1:09:17

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Mark interviews Florin Bulgarov, co-founder of Manuscript Report. Prior to the interview, Mark shares comments from recent episodes, a personal update, and a word about this episode's sponsor. This episode is sponsored by an affiliate link to Manuscript Report. Use code MARK10 at checkout and save 10% off your own personalized report. In their inte…

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Killer Nurse: Genene Jones | Angel of Death | 3 42:48

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At Bexar County Hospital, Genene Jones' colleagues started to notice that a worrying number of children were dying while she looked after them. It got so bad that people started calling Genene's regular shift 'The Death Shift.' But hospital bureaucracy made investigating Genene's crimes a logistical nightmare, and punishing her for them was next to…

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EP 443 - Strategies for Short Fiction 1:04:36

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This bonus episode of the Stark Reflections Podcast is a recording of a Nov 10, 2025 live chat that Mark did with Matty Dalrymple and Angelique Fawns talking about strategies for short fiction. The conversation was based on content from Mark and Matty's 2nd Edition release of Taking the Short Tack: Creating Income & Connecting with Readers Using Sh…

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After the Shot: What to Do After a Self-Defense Shooting. 53:19

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Are You Protected? In the event of a self-defense shooting, it's crucial to know what to do after the shot. This video provides essential self-defense training and tips on how to handle the situation, from a tactical mindset to understanding carry law and gun law. Whether you're a concealed carry permit holder or an everyday carry practitioner, it'…

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EP 442 - Dear Writer You Still Need To Quit with Becca Syme 58:24

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Mark interviews Becca Syme about her latest project, about the journey she has been on since she launched her first Dear Writer, You Need to Quit book, and the various fiction titles she has written. Prior to the interview, Mark explains that he is at Author Nation in Vegas and that his introduction and post interview reflection were generated by E…

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Killer Nurse: Genene Jones | The Nurse Who Cried Wolf | 2 42:51

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After a lifetime of making up dramatic stories about herself to get the attention she loved, Genene Jones found a career where she could surround herself with life and death drama, and people would thank her for it. But she soon realized that being the nurse who looked after sick and dying babies wasn't good enough. She needed to engineer emergenci…

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EP 441 - A Bookstore for Indie Authors with Donovan Scherer 1:00:38

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Mark interviews artist, author, and indie bookstore owner Donovan Scherer about his writing, his art, and his store in downtown Kenosha, Wisconsin. Prior to the interview, Mark welcomes new patrons, shares recent comments, a personal update and a word about this episode's sponsor. This episode is sponsored by an affiliate link to Manuscript Report.…

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The Demon Cats (Beginner) 21:43

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Get episodes without adverts at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/Support⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Your support is appreciated! Would you go fishing on Halloween night? That's when demons walk the Earth, and nobody is truly safe... But Murdo McTaggart doesn't believe in superstitions like that, and he heads out to catch fish while the other villagers go to chur…

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Killer Nurse: Genene Jones | A Calling | 1 41:54

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Genene Jones grew up in a loving family, but always felt overlooked by everyone around her. Then, when her brother died in a horrific accident, she found that tragedy brought her exactly what she'd always craved: attention. To listen to all four episodes of 'Killer Nurse: Genene Jones' right now and ad-free, subscribe in Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or…

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Digital Currencies: The End of Personal Freedom?' 41:22

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Join the conversation as we delve into the world of digital currencies and their potential impact on personal freedom. With the rise of central bank digital currencies and the increasing use of digital payment systems, are we heading towards a future where our financial transactions are constantly monitored and controlled? In this thought-provoking…

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EP 440 - Behind the Scenes of The Podcast Guest Playbook with Matty Dalrymple 1:07:36

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In this episode Mark talks with Matty Dalrymple, co-author of the book The Podcast Guest Playbook which was released earlier in 2025. Prior to the interview, Mark shares recent comments, a brief personal update and a word about this episode's sponsor. This episode is sponsored by an affiliate link to Manuscript Report. Use code MARK5 at checkout an…

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Halloween Horrors | Crime and Coffee Couple: The Liske Griffin Halloween Murders 46:15

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Love a cozy yet dark vibe? Join Allison and Mike, a witty, married duo with over 20 years of banter under their belts, for Crime and Coffee Couple—your weekly true crime fix. On Sunday, October 31, 2010, 16-year-old Devon Griffin returned to his family’s home in Martin, Ohio & encountered what he initially thought was a Halloween prank, but proved …

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After Show 10/18/25 22:45

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Survival and Basic Badass After Show. 👍 Like, Subscribe, and Hit the Bell for more survival tips, badass stories, and off-grid hacks. 🎙️ Listen to the Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4YdMrZ4oWTPKv4YrcZgExg📲 Follow Us:🔹 https://survivalandbasicbadasspodcast.com/🔹 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/15wU8rw6hS/Don't let uncertainty over…

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How to Protect Your Supplies from Seizure (Legally) 37:07

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Learn how to legally protect your supplies from seizure with our expert guide. Whether you're a business owner, prepper, or individual looking to safeguard your assets, this video will provide you with valuable insights and tips on how to keep your supplies safe from unwanted seizure. From understanding your rights to taking proactive measures, we'…

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EP 439 - Rambling Reflections From The Road to Can-Con 53:45

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On his drive to Ottawa, Ontario for the annual Can-Con (Ottawa's Sci-Fi, Fantasy, and Horror Literature Convention), Mark reflects on his experience with that conference from it's initial inception in the early 1990s along with its evolution. He also reflects on the importance of CanCon in general (Canadian Content regulations) and how it has playe…

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Bye Ayesha!!!! 1:14:29

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Send us a text The mimosas are flowing, and the opinions are STRONG! This week, Amanda and Xtina dive headfirst into the phenomenon that is Black women's brunch culture. Is it a necessary sisterhood ritual, or an expensive social media performance? We unpack the good, the glamorous, and the unspoken rules of those weekend meetups. Next, we get real…

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Halloween Horrors | The Real Amityville Horror | 3 39:50

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In November, 1974, six members of the DeFeo family were found murdered in their beds in Amityville, New York. The truth behind the shocking crime rocked the small community, and would go on to inspire one of the most iconic horror film franchises of all time. But just how haunted is the Amityville Horror house? To listen to all three episodes of 'H…

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EP 438 - A Personal Conversation with Malorie Cooper 39:30

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Mark has a personal conversation with Malorie Cooper. In this episode they talk about: The reason she and her family moved from Boston, MA and back to Canada The uniqueness of New England compared to the rest of the United States How Canada is one of the hardest countries to emigrate into Not having ever gotten American citizenship The oppression a…

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Doggo and Kitty Bake a Cake (Pre-Intermediate) 29:38

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Get episodes without adverts at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/Support⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Your support is appreciated! It's Kitty's birthday! And how better to celebrate than by baking a cake? Just one problem: how do you do it? Well, if you add five delicious things, it will be five times as delicious, and if you add a hundred delicious things... Go to …

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Can You Really Survive an EMP Attack? 37:54

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Learn how to protect yourself and your loved ones from the devastating effects of an electromagnetic pulse, also known as an EMP, with our comprehensive EMP survival guide. An EMP attack can cause widespread destruction to our electrical infrastructure, leaving us without access to basic necessities like food, water, and communication. Understandin…

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EP 437 - Nerding Out Over History, Science, and Maps with Malorie Cooper 1:00:04

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Mark interviews Malorie Cooper, who writes under the name M.D. Cooper, about the various things that fascinate and inspire her writing. Prior to the interview, Mark shares a brief personal update and a word about this episode's sponsor. This episode is sponsored by an affiliate link to Manuscript Report. Use code MARK5 at checkout and save $5.00 of…

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Halloween Horrors | The Candyman Killer | 2 38:34

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In 1974, one shocking crime changed the way Americans think about trick or treating forever when Ronal O'Bryan's son Timothy died after eating poisoned Halloween candy. To listen to all three episodes of 'Halloween Horrors' right now and ad-free, subscribe in Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AmericanCriminal.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more abou…

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How Slow Can I Go? (Conversation) 36:18

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Get episodes without adverts + bonus episodes at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/Support⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Your support is appreciated! Listen to me articulate and enunciate every word as I discuss unusual beverages, insane apps, doing Pilates in Chinese, and how I'm feeding you all worms. Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/Slow⁠ for the full trans…

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Come on Cam! 41:52

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Send us a text Dive into the conversation everyone is talking about! This week, we break down the explosive interview between Cam Newton and Jason Wilson, "The Comprehensive Man." We dissect the most compelling moments, including Cam's raw admission that his "fear of divorce is greater than his desire to get married," and Wilson's powerful, fatherl…

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Sovereign Citizens EXPOSED: Understanding The Anti-Government Movement 39:22

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Join us as we delve into the world of Sovereign Citizens, a mysterious and often misunderstood anti-government movement. In this video, we'll be exploring the origins, beliefs, and practices of Sovereign Citizens, and examining the potential risks and consequences of their actions. From their rejection of government authority to their unique interp…

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EP 436 - Artisan Publishing with Blue Feathered Quill 54:19

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In this episode Mark interviews Joshua Smyser and Alex Hale of Blue Feathered Quill Publishing. Prior to the interview, Mark shares comments from recent episodes, welcome a new patron (S.K. Randolph), offers a personal update, and a word about this episode's sponsor. This episode's sponsor: This episode is sponsored by an affiliate link to Manuscri…

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Halloween Horrors | The Trick or Treat Murder | 1 36:45

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On Halloween night, 1957, Peter Fabiano is gunned down by one final trick-or-treater. Or so it seems. To listen to all three episodes of 'Halloween Horrors' right now and ad-free, subscribe in Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AmericanCriminal.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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The Juniper Tree (Advanced) 51:12

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Get episodes without adverts at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠EasyStoriesInEnglish.com/Support⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Your support is appreciated! Skin as white as snow and eyes as red as blood. Some would call it beautiful, but to Nicholas's parents, he is a demon child. But when Nicholas discovers that his 'mother' is not his real mother, his whole world starts to change. Today's s…