The Binge Cases: Catch Me If You Ken
Catch Me If You Ken investigates the never-before-told story of a scam that happened from Los Angeles to Italy. Telling people he was a billionaire’s son, a crypto mogul, and a tech genius, Ken allegedly lured in victims by promising to make them rich, leaving a trail of beautiful women and broken promises in his wake–until his victims started fighting back. This series unravels a web of digital vanishing acts, abandoned aliases and heartbreaking tales to try to find the man who victims say stole from them, and attempt to find out: Who is the real Ken?
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Investigative reporter Alex Schuman hears about a guy accused of swindling millions who has travelled the Midwest for decades pretending to be a priest. Alex starts his journey talking to two people who have long tried to expose the truth. Alex is hoping to finally figure out why anyone would try to pull off such an elaborate con.
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Introducing Smoke Screen: Fake Priest
Father Ryan, a master of deception, claims to have lived as an impersonating priest for three decades, performing sacred rituals while facing allegations of fraud and exploitation. He captivates with tales of evading law enforcement, moving from town to town. The discussion delves into his manipulative tactics and the vulnerability of his followers, particularly the elderly. Listeners will be drawn into a chilling saga of trust manipulated into a scheme, as the true nature of this audacious con is slowly unveiled.
