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Johnathan Walton Media

Johnathan Walton
Pablo Escobar
Cocaine
Erik Kramer
Drug Smuggling
Cocaine Smuggling
Miami
Suicide Prevention
NFL
Con Artists
Cortney Baird
Marijuana
Los Angeles
Midland, Texas
Colombia
Alexander Brothers
Lamborghini
Ponzi Schemes
West Texas
Beverly Hills
Lamborghini Dealership

Thought provoking narratives. Unforgettable characters. Life changing journeys. From 'Cocaine Air' to 'The Quarterback and The Con Artist' to 'The Handyman of West Texas' Johnathan Walton unearths astounding, untold stories and weaves them into incredible tales of love, loss and the ultimate triumph of the human spirit.

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Latest Episodes

The Alexander brothers attack some of their victims twice. Once in a social setting like a party or a ski trip. And then again while mounting their defense, using the most despicable tactics. And then shockingly one of their accusers actually turns u... more

The Alexander Brothers pulled a lot of dirty tricks in court that are just coming to light now. They took witness intimidation to a whole new and disturbing level. And one key victim who was scheduled to testify against them winds up dead before the ... more

This episode is a stunning deep dive and a step-by-step explanation of exactly how Tal, Alon and Oren Alexander drugged and raped scores of young women, some as young as 16 years old, for more than 20 years. And new evidence reveals they've been exec... more

Penny McGee has sent some version of her letter to about 25 strangers — Christine Blasey Ford, Lady Gaga and anyone else who might listen. Lauren Malloy is the one who answers. Inside a famous Newport, R.I.mansion, Penny lays out the harrowing night ... more

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Recent Guests

Penny McGee
Rhode Island woman who reported a decades-old sexual assault and investigated the death of Sherry Clark
Episode: Introducing: The Gilded Rage
Jeremy Louwerse
California Post reporter covering the Adva Levy case
California Post
Episode: EP 9 - Hardcore Con - The SugarBaby of Beverly Hills - PART 2
Adva Lavie
Former Playboy playmate and OnlyFans model; accused con artist
Self/Entertainment Industry
Episode: EP 8 - Hardcore Con - The Sugarbaby of Beverly Hills - PART 1
Jack Nekhala
Founder, inventor, and CEO of Bed Scrunchie
Bed Scrunchie (Bed Scrunchie LLC)
Episode: EP 7 - Hardcore Con - Big Techxtortion
Aliza Rosen
Founder, AYR Media
AYR Media
Episode: EP 7 - Hardcore Con - Big Techxtortion
Michele Fletcher
Greg Williams's wife and sister to Taylor Williams
Family of Greg Williams
Episode: Introducing 'Final Days on Earth: Who is Greg Williams?'
Kathy Williams
Greg Williams's first wife
Family of Greg Williams
Episode: Introducing 'Final Days on Earth: Who is Greg Williams?'
Taylor Williams
Greg Williams's daughter
Family of Greg Williams
Episode: Introducing 'Final Days on Earth: Who is Greg Williams?'
Brynn Fletcher
British general contractor who befriended Greg; later connected to Michele
Independent contractor / Greg Williams' network
Episode: Introducing 'Final Days on Earth: Who is Greg Williams?'

Host

Johnathan Walton
Emmy-winning TV producer and investigative journalist; host and creator of multiple investigative podcasts

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.4k ratings
  • Exceptional

    Loved Johnathan since Queen of the con, now that he has his own platform with new and interesting material I’m hooked ! Love him ❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SJM WEX
    Ireland2 months ago
  • SOOOOO GOOD

    More episodes please! The storytelling is fantastic and I’m totally hooked.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    leigh fx
    United States3 months ago
  • Really, really good!

    The storytelling in this is top tier and all of the seasons have been truly incredible.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    loverofapps11330
    United States3 months ago
  • Don’t let the description scare you

    I avoided this podcast initially because at first blush seemed SO heavy. But do not do what I did. It’s beautifully curated and such a good story. It highlights beautiful moments, and the benefits of tenacity.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HuntRook
    United States3 months ago
  • Great

    Such good story telling

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mollydayle
    United States3 months ago

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Listeners commonly note the host's engaging delivery and meticulous research.
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Podcast is considered a standout in the true-crime storytelling space.
High engagement with episodes featuring survivor perspectives.
Ongoing interest in future seasons and cross-podcast connections.
Mixed reactions to controversial content and explicit topics; some praise boldness, others push back on seriousness or tone.
Some listeners feel the Handyman arc shifts tone or focus too often.
Fans appreciate in-depth exploration and real-world insights from guests.
Positive remarks about educational value and emotional storytelling.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Introducing: The Gilded Rage
Q: Do you think he's still a threat to women?
Penny calls him a sexual predator and says he needs to be punished.
Introducing: The Gilded Rage
Q: Can you take us back to when you were 15 and what happened at the Dunes Club leading up to that night?
Penny recounts going to a teen dance with her sister, being driven to a dark area of the club's parking lot, and being sexually assaulted by a 17-year-old club member.
Next Tuesday on Hardcore Con: Big Techxtortion
Q: What broader patterns or risks does the episode highlight about big tech platforms like Facebook and Amazon?
The episode points to systemic vulnerabilities where insiders or misinformation can disrupt access, block listings, or otherwise exploit users and sellers, underscoring a need for stronger safeguards and transparency in how these platforms handle account recovery and listings.
Next Tuesday on Hardcore Con: Big Techxtortion
Q: What happened when the caller tried to recover their Facebook account, and what did they encounter along the way?
The caller recounts a lengthy process of seeking recovery, encountering extortion-like pressure from scammers who demand thousands of dollars, and the broader implication that insider connections may facilitate such schemes within major platforms.
Introducing 'Final Days on Earth: Who is Greg Williams?'
Q: What role did Michele play in the family's unfolding story?
She emerged as a central figure whose actions and alleged deception significantly affected trust within the family and triggered policing and legal scrutiny.

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What is Johnathan Walton Media about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show offers immersive, documentary-style storytelling around real-world scams, cons, and the people caught in them. Across episodes, listeners hear character-driven narratives, investigative context, and forensic-style breakdowns of manipulations, with a steady blend of intimate interviews and broader social insights. Notable strengths include rigorous research, vivid storytelling, and a willingness to tackle controversial or taboo subjects through first-hand accounts and expert commentary. This makes it particularly appealing to listeners who like true-crime, investigative journalism, and nuanced portraits of con artistry and human psychology, with production that frequently features sponsor integrations and episodic pivots to broader ... more

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1. Penny McGee
2. Jeremy Louwerse
3. Adva Lavie
4. Jack Nekhala
5. Aliza Rosen
6. Michele Fletcher
7. Kathy Williams
8. Taylor Williams

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