#306 - Hunting P*dos, America’s Most Corrupt Mayor & Scammer Underworld | Tommy G & Punchmade Dev

May 30, 2025

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Punchmade Dev

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Tommy G

Tommy G is a popular documentarian and YouTuber known for his wild storytelling, while Punchmade Dev is a rising rapper with a colorful past in scamming. They delve into shocking topics like hunting predators online and the corruption within America's political landscape. The duo shares gripping tales of escapes from law enforcement and insights into scam culture. They also explore the duality of criminal lives, from moral dilemmas to personal redemption, offering a captivating blend of their vastly different life experiences.

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Early Scamming Hustles

Punchmade Dev started scamming by selling 2K game accounts as a teen.
He also faked PS5 sales using social media to collect payments upfront.

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False Robbery Charge on Crutches

Punchmade Dev was falsely charged with aggravated robbery while on crutches.
He was put on the news as 'on the run' despite innocence and had to check in with authorities weekly for years.

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E-whoring Operation

Dev ran an "e-whoring" scheme using fake female profiles on dating apps to scam men.
He coordinated calls and meetings with accomplices to convince victims to pay.

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