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EPISODE · Aug 26, 2025 · 1H 1M

The 14 Red Flags That Expose Every Con Artist | Johnathan Walton

from Travis Makes Friends · host Travis Chappell

Welcome to The Travis Makes Friends Podcast, where we dive into building better relationships and uncovering the truth about human connections. In this episode, we’re joined by Emmy-winning TV producer and podcast host Johnathan Walton, who shares his chilling personal story of being scammed out of nearly $100,000 by a professional con artist. From his hit podcast Queen of the Con to his new book, Anatomy of a Con Artist: The 14 Red Flags to Spot Scammers, Grifters, and Thieves, Johnathan reveals the tactics con artists use, how to spot them, and why they’re more common than you think—especially in the age of AI. Buckle up for a wild ride as we explore how to protect yourself and your loved ones from these soulless predators. Let’s get started!

Welcome to The Travis Makes Friends Podcast, where we dive into building better relationships and uncovering the truth about human connections. In this episode, we’re joined by Emmy-winning TV producer and podcast host Johnathan Walton, who shares his chilling personal story of being scammed out of nearly $100,000 by a professional con artist. From his hit podcast Queen of the Con to his new book, Anatomy of a Con Artist: The 14 Red Flags to Spot Scammers, Grifters, and Thieves, Johnathan reveals the tactics con artists use, how to spot them, and why they’re more common than you think—especially in the age of AI. Buckle up for a wild ride as we explore how to protect yourself and your loved ones from these soulless predators. Let’s get started!

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