From cult leaders to con artists and undercover FBI agents, PRETEND exposes those pretending to be someone they're not.
Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 317 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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Number of Listeners | Categories | TechnologyTrue Crime |
Meghan Walsh says she is being stalked by three people. One of them is Law & Order: SVU star Mariska Hargitay. Sounds impossible, right?
But she’s not the only one saying it.
In this episode, we meet Lauren. She claims to be the biological mother o... more
🎧 NEW SERIES: “Cracks in the Fandom”
What would you do if you thought your favorite celebrity was stalking you?
That’s exactly what Meghan Walsh claims. She says she’s being harassed by not one, not two—but three stalkers. And one of them? Is Mari... more
A 32-year-old woman enrolled herself in three Boston high schools and passed as a teenager. She sat in classrooms, made friends with freshmen, and even joined the girls basketball team. She wore number 32 on her jersey, which also happened to be her ... more
Breaking news in the stalker case: Rick Fernandez has pleaded guilty to harassment. Instead of facing trial, he admitted responsibility for a new wave of harassment tied to the book he published while awaiting trial on felony charges.
His sentence? ... more
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I discovered this podcast during the Ladonna season (MUST listen) and I was hooked. Time after time my jaw is on the floor listening to the things he uncovers. Javier is smart, a great investigator, and isn’t afraid to ask the tough questions. Great storytelling!
Love how the story unfolds.
I've had issues with Pretend for ages, things like Javier consistently getting people's names wrong (including his editor somehow???). I've overlooked a lot because he finds super interesting stories. I even joined the Patreon.
However the episode where he talks about the murder of Kitty Genovese is inexcusable. There has been so much information about how the initial reporting on her murder and the "bystander effect" was blatantly false, but he cited the false reporting in depth with a level o... more
I love this podcast. Javier is so likable and his reporting is very interesting and entertaining. Highly recommend
Great production quality, the stories are absolutely wild, and Javier presents them so well. Absolutely stellar journalism.
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A unique exploration of deception, the content focuses on various individuals who present themselves as someone they are not. Episodes feature engaging narratives about con artists, cult leaders, and undercover agents, all emphasizing the psychological and societal factors behind the act of pretense. Listeners can expect a blend of true crime elements, detailed investigative storytelling, and an examination of the consequences of manipulation in personal relationships and wider societal contexts. The series is known for its compelling, deeply researched storytelling that draws listeners in with emotional depth and authenticity.
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PRETEND launched 8 years ago and published 317 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on PRETEND include:
1. Olivia Fernandez
2. Naomi Mitchell
3. Joe Pistone
4. Donnie Brasco
5. Tina Snarr
6. Andrea Dunlop
7. David Crow
8. TJ Dominguez
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