Scamfluencers

Steve Madden transforms from Long Island screw-up to fashion icon thanks to an eye for fashionable footwear and an addiction to work. But to get his shoe brand off the ground, Steve got entangled with one of the Wolf of Wall Street himself, Jordan Belfort. And Steve’s dealings with Jordan — including wild parties and stock manipulation — won’t stay secret forever. When Jordan’s scam spirals out of control, Steve’s left on his back foot.Listen to Scamfluencers on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen early and ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting wondery.com/links/scamfluencers/ now.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Billionaire real estate magnate Leona Helmsley, known as the Queen of Mean, rises to power through manipulation and aggressive tactics. Her extravagant lifestyle and ruthless leadership style earn her both fame and resentment. Leona's financial deception and questionable practices attract IRS scrutiny, leading to a downfall in high society. The podcast delves into her tumultuous rise to prominence and the call for tips from listeners.

A tale of embezzlement and deception in a small town where gossip rules. Sandy Jenkins, a fruitcake factory worker, lives a lavish lifestyle by cooking the books. FBI raids, fleeing to Santa Fe, and legal troubles unravel the Jenkins' fraudulent schemes. Explore the downfall of Sandy and Kay as their ill-gotten wealth leads to imprisonment and tragic consequences.

When ex-cop Chris Butler opens a private investigation agency, he recruits some unlikely employees: good-looking soccer moms. His agency starts garnering tons of positive press and even gets a reality T.V. deal. It all seems too good to be true, but Butler is hiding a dirty secret. Pretty soon, his P.I. agency will become the subject of a different kind of investigation – this time, by the Department of Justice.Listen to Scamfluencers on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen early and ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting wondery.com/links/scamfluencers/ now.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A charismatic salesman turns to fraud after finding success on 'Shark Tank.' Preying on vulnerable women, he manipulates and exploits them for personal gain. Through a police sting operation, the extent of his deception is revealed, leading to justice for his victims.

Alexandre Despallieres gets to live out his lifelong fantasy of recording a pop song when he’s just 19 years old. He thinks it’s his chance to achieve everything he’s always wanted, including music industry stardom. But when the single falls flat, Alexandre will have to find other ways of becoming rich and famous – even if it means lying, committing crimes, and swindling the wealthy benefactors who fall in love with him.Listen to Scamfluencers on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen early and ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting wondery.com/links/scamfluencers/ now.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Martha Stewart, successful entrepreneur, builds a lifestyle empire and faces an insider trading scandal. Her upbringing, early career, and challenges as a woman in business are discussed. The podcast also covers illegal insider trading, media frenzy, and the fallout on her business empire.

Jim and Tammy Faye Bakker, Christian broadcasting stars, rise to fame and build an empire which includes their own network and a theme park. However, their excessive spending and scandals lead them towards a judgment day. They face high stakes ahead of a live TV interview. Jim's search for a sign from God leads him to devote his life to the church. The rise of the Jim and Tammy Show sets them on a path to popularity. Their emotional performances on the PTL club captivate the audience. Despite being outsiders in the evangelical community, they pursue their ambitions to build a Christian theme park and university. Stay tuned for more on their trial, delays, and chaos in the next episode.

High-powered financial planner Melissa Caddick mysteriously vanishes after friends and family discover her involvement in a massive Ponzi scheme. The podcast explores her fraudulent investment scheme, deception and manipulation, and the impact on her clients. It also discusses trust, conspiracy theories, and financial plans while requesting scam stories tips.

Tom Girardi, a lawyer known for taking on corporations, is revealed to be fraudulent. His extravagant lifestyle with pop star wife Erika Jayne comes under scrutiny. The podcast explores his rise to success, involvement in high-profile cases, and political influence. It also delves into Erika's transformation into a pop star and their extravagant lifestyle. Tom's fraudulent schemes and the threat to their empire are discussed.