Crime Fixation

Crime Fixation

Obsession. Betrayal. Murder. The Truth Is Never Simple. Crime Fixation is a true crime podcast that blends storytelling, expert analysis, and cinematic narrative to explore the psychology and structure behind history’s most riveting crimes.

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May 1, 2025 57 mins

He was called the next Warren Buffett. A frizzy-haired math prodigy turned crypto billionaire who promised to revolutionize finance — not for profit, but for the greater good. Politicians embraced him. Celebrities endorsed him. Investors threw billions at him. And then, in a matter of days, it all collapsed.

In this gripping episode of Crime Fixation, hosts Jordan Wynn and Dr. Archer unravel the stunning rise and catastrophic fall o...

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As the world battled a deadly virus, another threat quietly surged beneath the surface—fraud. In the midst of lockdowns, layoffs, and economic freefall, criminals launched one of the largest financial exploitations in modern history. In The Pandemic Fraud Boom, Crime Fixation unpacks how billions were siphoned through fake unemployment claims, ghost businesses, and identity theft, all under the cover of crisis.

Hosted by Jordan Wynn...

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Wealthy parents, elite universities, and a secret operation designed to cheat the system—The College Admissions Scandal exposed the dark underbelly of privilege in America. In this episode of Crime Fixation, we dive into the scheme that allowed celebrities, CEOs, and socialites to buy their children’s way into top-tier colleges through fake athletic profiles, rigged test scores, and massive bribes.

Hosted by Jordan Wynn, with expert...

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They weren’t hackers or outsiders. They were insiders—employees who knew the system and used it against the very company that trusted them. In this gripping episode of Crime Fixation, we uncover how a crew of Amazon workers orchestrated a sprawling multi-million dollar scam from deep inside the retail giant’s infrastructure. From fraudulent refunds and hijacked gift cards to personal manipulation and insider access, this wasn’t jus...

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For decades, Bernie Madoff was a symbol of stability in a volatile world. Investors trusted him with their fortunes—entire life savings, foundations, even charities—believing in the myth of consistent returns. But behind the prestige and quiet confidence was the largest Ponzi scheme in financial history.

In this episode of Crime Fixation, Jordan and Dr. Archer uncover how Madoff deceived the financial elite and everyday people alike...

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For years, Wolfgang Beltracchi sold lies on canvas—beautiful, brilliant lies. His forged paintings, crafted in the styles of long-dead masters, fooled elite collectors, prestigious galleries, and even seasoned art historians. To the world, he appeared to be a gifted dealer uncovering lost masterpieces. In truth, he was orchestrating one of the most successful art frauds of the modern era.

In this episode of Crime Fixation, Jordan an...

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They opened millions of accounts. Their customers never knew.

For years, Wells Fargo employees were under relentless pressure to meet impossible sales targets. The solution? Open fake accounts—millions of them. Without consent, customers found themselves enrolled in credit cards, checking accounts, and financial products they never signed up for. It was a fraud on an unprecedented scale, driven by corporate greed, deception, and a t...

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They called it a medical breakthrough. It became a national catastrophe.

Purdue Pharma promised relief—an innovative painkiller that would change medicine forever. OxyContin was marketed as safe, revolutionary, and nearly non-addictive. But behind the glossy ads and aggressive sales tactics was a devastating truth: the company knew the dangers all along. What followed was one of the deadliest corporate crimes in American history—spa...

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He sold a dream. What he delivered was chaos.

Billy McFarland promised the ultimate luxury music festival—an ultra-exclusive experience on a private island, complete with celebrity guests, gourmet dining, and five-star accommodations. It was marketed as a once-in-a-lifetime event. Instead, attendees arrived to find disaster: FEMA tents, no food, no music—just a logistical nightmare unraveling in real-time.

But the Fyre Festival was j...

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He sold the dream. But behind the fast cars, yachts, and champagne was a financial fraud of staggering proportions.

Jordan Belfort turned greed into an art form. A young stockbroker with an uncanny ability to manipulate, he built Stratton Oakmont into a money-making machine—fueled by deception, high-pressure sales tactics, and outright fraud. His empire ran on excess: cocaine-fueled parties, billion-dollar deals made in seconds, and...

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She promised a revolution in healthcare. What she delivered was a $9 billion fraud.

Elizabeth Holmes captivated Silicon Valley with the promise of a device that could run hundreds of tests on a single drop of blood. Investors lined up. The media crowned her the next Steve Jobs. But behind the sleek turtlenecks and unshakable confidence was a company built on lies, manipulation, and a dangerous disregard for human lives.

How did Holme...

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Introducing Our New Series: The Art Of The Con

On Crime Fixation, we explore the darkest corners of human behavior—murder, betrayal, deception. But crime isn’t always committed with a weapon. Sometimes, it happens in boardrooms, behind closed doors, and on Wall Street. Welcome to The Art Of The Con—a deep dive into the world of financial deception, corporate fraud, and the pursuit of wealth at any cost.

Each episode, we uncover the b...

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"Fame, Obsession, and a Tragic End"

In this episode of Crime Fixation, we examine the heartbreaking case of Rebecca Schaeffer—a rising Hollywood star whose life was tragically cut short by a fan’s deadly obsession.

On July 18, 1989, Rebecca was fatally shot at the doorstep of her Los Angeles home by Robert John Bardo, an obsessive fan who had been stalking her. The crime not only shocked Hollywood but also exposed glaring vulnerabili...

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"A Child’s Murder, a Family Under Scrutiny, and a Nation Divided"

In this episode of Crime Fixation, we examine the heartbreaking and highly controversial case of JonBenét Ramsey—a 6-year-old beauty queen whose murder on Christmas night in 1996 shocked the world and left unanswered questions that linger to this day.

Discovered in the basement of her family’s Boulder, Colorado, home, JonBenét’s tragic death became a media frenzy. Was ...

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"Hollywood Dreams, a Grisly Murder, and an Enduring Mystery"

In this episode of Crime Fixation, we delve into one of the most infamous unsolved murders in American history—the brutal killing of Elizabeth Short, known to the world as The Black Dahlia.

In January 1947, Elizabeth’s body was discovered in a Los Angeles vacant lot, mutilated and posed in a horrifying manner. A young woman with dreams of stardom, Elizabeth became a tragic ...

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"Outlaws in Love: The Legendary Crime Spree of Bonnie and Clyde"

In this episode of Crime Fixation, we explore the infamous story of Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow—a couple whose names became synonymous with rebellion, romance, and violence during the Great Depression.

From small-time criminals to notorious outlaws, Bonnie and Clyde embarked on a two-year crime spree that left a trail of robberies, daring escapes, and bloodshed acros...

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"A Picture-Perfect Couple and a Horrific Betrayal"

In this episode of Crime Fixation, we unravel the haunting case of Scott and Laci Peterson—a story of love, deception, and a brutal crime that captivated and divided the nation.

Laci Peterson was eight months pregnant when she mysteriously vanished on Christmas Eve 2002. As the search for Laci and her unborn son, Conner, gripped the nation, suspicion fell on her seemingly devoted hus...

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"A Marriage of Violence and a Shocking Act of Retribution"

In this episode of Crime Fixation, we explore the explosive case of Lorena and John Bobbitt—a story of domestic violence, desperation, and a headline-grabbing act of retribution that captivated the nation.

In the early 1990s, Lorena Bobbitt claimed years of physical and emotional abuse at the hands of her husband, John. One fateful night, after enduring what she described as ...

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"When Love Turns to Rage: The Betty Broderick Story"

In this episode of Crime Fixation, we delve into the infamous case of Betty Broderick—a woman whose bitter divorce and feelings of betrayal drove her to commit one of the most shocking crimes of passion in American history.

Betty and Dan Broderick appeared to have the perfect life: wealth, success, and a beautiful family. But beneath the surface, their marriage was crumbling. When ...

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"A Picture-Perfect Family with a Dark Secret"

In this chilling episode of Crime Fixation, we uncover the horrifying case of Chris Watts—a seemingly devoted husband and father whose shocking betrayal led to the brutal murders of his pregnant wife, Shanann, and their two young daughters, Bella and Celeste.

On the surface, the Watts family appeared to have it all: a loving marriage, a growing family, and an idyllic life in suburban Colo...

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