When Johnathan Walton learned that his best friend had conned him out of nearly $100,000, his first instinct was a little unusual—he told anyone who would listen about what happened. The story that ensued consumed his life for several years, ultimately sending his career in unexpected directions, with a hit podcast, assisting other victims with their frauds, and now, his new book, Anatomy of a Con Artist.

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• (00:00) - Introduction and Podcast Overview
• (05:01) - Meet Jonathan Walton
• (07:32) - Jonathan's Early Life and Career
• (22:14) - The Pool Problem
• (24:37) - Con Artists Don't Outsmart You
• (40:00) - The Final Scam and Realization
• (47:08) - Confrontation and Recording
• (48:36) - Police Inaction and Persistence
• (50:37) - Building a Case
• (54:29) - The Arrest and Legal Battle
• (57:53) - The Trial and Conviction
• (01:02:49) - Post-Conviction and New Scams
• (01:05:38) - Extradition and Ongoing Pursuit
• (01:10:35) - Reflections and Lessons Learned
• (01:24:43) - Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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