Follow the Lies: Fraud & Deceit Uncovered
Kevin Barrows
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- 2026
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About Follow the Lies: Fraud & Deceit Uncovered
I’m Kevin Barrows, former FBI Special Agent and lead case agent on two of the largest white-collar investigations in U.S. history. I’ve been in the room where the lies were built, where the evidence was uncovered, and where the truth finally broke through. I also co-hosted the Smithsonian Channel docuseries Sports Detectives, exposing forgery and tracking down missing pieces of sports history. In Follow the Lies, I take you inside real fraud cases across the Deception Spectrum—from massive corporate fraud and organized scams to sports forgery, identity theft, and personal betrayals. You’ll hear the insider stories, the investigative breakthroughs, and my Lie Detector Tips: practical, field-tested ways to spot deception in business, relationships, or everyday life. Because the lies are everywhere. And once you know how to follow them, you’re never caught off guard again. New episodes drop bi-weekly. Have a fraud story of your own? Email kevin@followtheliespodcast.com (mailto:kevin@followtheliespodcast.com) — it could become the next episode. Subscribe now. Let’s uncover the truth together. #TrueCrime #Fraud #WhiteCollarCrime #Ponzi #IdentityTheft #SportsForgery #LieDetectorTips #FollowTheLies
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- Kevin Barrows
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- society & culture · true crime
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- en
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- First episode
- 27 Feb 2026
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- 1 Oct 2026
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1 Oct 2026
Episode 16: Hollywood’s $650 Million Fake — How Zachary Horwitz Forged Netflix and HBO
Actor Zachary Horwitz (screen name Zach Avery) told investors he was flipping film rights to Netflix and HBO at 25–45% returns. The contracts looked real. The emails used real names. The rule was: don’t call the platforms. Former FBI Special Agent Kevin Barrows follows the paper trail — 1inMM Capital, the feeder funds, the empty collection account, the Netflix cease-and-desist, the plea, and a 20-year sentence. The product wasn’t a movie catalog. It was letterhead nobody independently verified. Free guide: https://followtheliespodcast.com (https://followtheliespodcast.com) Substack: https://followthelies.substack.com (https://followthelies.substack.com) #ZacharyHorwitz #ZachAvery #Ponzi #WhiteCollarCrime #FollowTheLies #Netflix #HBO
17 Sept 2026
Episode 15: The Astros’ Stolen Signs — How a Trash Can Rigged a World Series
In October 2017 the Houston Astros were on the verge of their first World Series title. What almost no one knew: a live camera feed and a trash can in the dugout tunnel were telling hitters what pitch was coming. Former FBI Special Agent Kevin Barrows follows the scheme from the tunnel to Commissioner Rob Manfred’s report — the immunity deal, the vacated-title decision that never came, and the culture that treated cheating as another competitive edge. Free guide: followtheliespodcast.com (http://followtheliespodcast.com) Substack: followthelies.substack.com (http://followthelies.substack.com) #Astros #MLB #SignStealing #WorldSeries #FollowTheLies
3 Sept 2026
Episode 14: The $47 Billion Fantasy — How Adam Neumann Built and Destroyed WeWork
WeWork was once valued at $47 billion. SoftBank invested over $10 billion. Adam Neumann sold a vision of elevating human consciousness through office space. Then the illusion collapsed. Former FBI Special Agent Kevin Barrows breaks down how a charismatic founder used narrative power to override financial reality — and what it cost employees, investors, and the company. Timestamps: 00:00 – The $47 Billion Fantasy 02:35 – Why This Case Matters 04:26 – Building the WeWork Myth 05:53 – The IPO Collapse 09:03 – Inside the Investigation 14:52 – Lie Detector Tip 17:30 – Closing & Free Resources Free guide: followtheliespodcast.com (http://followtheliespodcast.com) Substack: followthelies.substack.com (http://followthelies.substack.com)
19 Aug 2026
Episode 13: Celsius Froze $4.7 Billion Overnight — After Promising Safety
On June 12, 2022, Celsius Network froze all withdrawals without warning. Roughly $4.7 billion in customer funds—retirement savings, emergency money, and life savings belonging to ordinary people—became locked overnight. Former FBI Special Agent Kevin Barrows breaks down how a platform that marketed itself as safer than banks and promised yields up to 18% was actually running a high-risk operation built on customer deposits. From the polished “Unbank Yourself” branding and weekly Ask Me Anything sessions to the internal Slack messages, token manipulation, and eventual arrests, this episode reveals how narrative control and manufactured trust created one of crypto’s most damaging collapses. You’ll also hear a practical Lie Detector Tip for evaluating high-yield opportunities in lightly regulated spaces. Free resource: Download “7 Proven Strategies to Spot Lies and Uncover the Truth in Any Interview” at followtheliespodcast.com (http://followtheliespodcast.com) Timestamps 00:00 – The Day Celsius Froze Everything 03:12 – How Celsius Sold the Dream 05:14 – The Fragile Model & Growing Risks 08:46 – The Freeze and the Human Cost 13:00 – Inside the Investigation 15:02 – Arrest & Sentencing 16:32 – Deception Spectrum & Lie Detector Tip 19:31 – Closing Thoughts & Free Resources #CelsiusNetwork #CryptoFraud #CryptoCollapse #AlexMashinsky #TrueCrime #WhiteCollarCrime #FinancialFraud #FollowTheLies #KevinBarrows #CryptoScam
6 Aug 2026
Episode 12: From Trusted Friend to Convicted Thief — The $17 Million Betrayal of Shohei Ohtani
Shohei Ohtani was living out a historic season when the man he trusted most — his longtime interpreter and close friend Ippei Mizuhara — allegedly stole nearly $17 million from him to feed a severe gambling addiction. In this episode, former FBI Special Agent Kevin Barrows takes you inside one of the most heartbreaking betrayals in modern sports history — from forged signatures and impersonations to federal charges and a devastating personal fallout. Chapters: 00:00 The $17 Million Betrayal 03:49 From Trusted Interpreter to Family 05:17 How the Theft Unfolded 09:34 Inside the Investigation 12:08 The Depth of Betrayal 13:05 The Emotional Impact on Ohtani 15:14 The Fallout & Deception Spectrum 16:28 Lie Detector Tip & Final Lessons Grab Kevin’s free guide: “7 Proven Strategies to Spot Lies and Uncover the Truth in Any Interview” at followtheliespodcast.com (http://followtheliespodcast.com) #Ohtani #Mizuhara #SportsBettingScandal #GamblingAddiction #TrueCrimePodcast
23 Jul 2026
Episode 11: $4.5 Billion Stolen from a Nation — Malaysia’s Sovereign Fund Heist
A $5 million birthday party on a $250 million superyacht with Leonardo DiCaprio, Paris Hilton, and Britney Spears — allegedly funded by money stolen from the people of Malaysia. In one of the largest financial heists in modern history, over $4.5 billion vanished from Malaysia’s 1MDB sovereign wealth fund. Former FBI Special Agent Kevin Barrows breaks down how the scheme worked, the Hollywood connections, the global money trail, and the investigation that brought it down. This episode is part true crime investigation documentary and part cautionary tale about unchecked power and kleptocracy. Download Kevin’s free guide: “7 Proven Strategies to Spot Lies and Uncover the Truth in Any Interview” → https://followtheliespodcast.com (https://followtheliespodcast.com) Join our community on Substack: https://followthelies.substack.com (https://followthelies.substack.com) #1MDB #MalaysiaHeist #JhoLow #Kleptocracy #TrueCrime #InvestigationPodcast #FollowTheLies
9 Jul 2026
Episode 10: Purdue Pharma’s Deadly Opioid Empire — How One Family Fueled a National Crisis
How did one family help ignite America’s deadliest public health crisis? In this powerful episode, former FBI Special Agent Kevin Barrows exposes how Purdue Pharma and the Sackler family turned OxyContin into a blockbuster drug — while knowingly fueling widespread addiction and devastation across the country. From deceptive marketing that downplayed addiction risks, aggressive sales tactics, and billions in profits to heartbreaking victim stories and controversial legal battles, this is the inside story of one of the most shocking corporate scandals in modern history. What happens when corporate greed meets weak oversight? The human cost was catastrophic. If you’re enjoying Follow the Lies, please subscribe, leave a rating and review, and turn on notifications. Download Kevin’s free guide: “7 Proven Strategies to Spot Lies and Uncover the Truth in Any Interview” at followtheliespodcast.com (http://followtheliespodcast.com)
25 Jun 2026
Episode 9: Cancer Hero or Biggest Cheat? — Lance Armstrong’s Doping Empire
How did Lance Armstrong beat the tests for years while winning seven Tour de France titles? The answer wasn’t just one man — it was a sophisticated doping machine that fooled the entire world… until it didn’t. In this explosive episode of Follow the Lies, former FBI Special Agent Kevin Barrows pulls back the curtain on one of the greatest lies in sports history. From Armstrong’s miraculous cancer comeback to the systematic, team-wide doping program that powered his dominance, we expose how it all worked, how it stayed hidden for so long, and the dramatic fall that stripped him of everything. You’ll hear the inside story of the investigation, the culture of silence, the betrayal of fans and cancer survivors, and the lasting damage to the sport of cycling. Lie Detector Tip included: A powerful, practical lesson on institutional deception and how systems enable fraud. Chapters: 00:00 From Hero to Cheat 03:13 Building the Doping Empire 05:46 The Fall Begins 09:33 Inside the Investigation 13:27 Legacy Destroyed 17:35 Lie Detector Tip & Final Lessons If you enjoy deep dives into the biggest fraud and deception cases in sports and business, hit subscribe, leave a review, and turn on notifications. 🎯 Free Resource: Download Kevin’s free guide — “7 Proven Strategies to Spot Lies and Uncover the Truth in Any Interview” — at 👉 followtheliespodcast.com (http://followtheliespodcast.com) (no email required) Join our community for more exclusive content: followthelies.substack.com (http://followthelies.substack.com) Episode 9 | Runtime: ~20 minutes
11 Jun 2026
Episode 8: Enron’s $63 Billion Fraud — The Fall of America’s Most Innovative Company
In 2001, Enron was named America’s Most Innovative company for the sixth year in a row. Then, in one day, it collapsed in the largest corporate bankruptcy in U.S. history. $63 billion vanished. Thousands of employees lost their life savings while executives cashed out hundreds of millions. Former FBI Special Agent Kevin Barrows breaks down the sophisticated accounting tricks, hidden debt, fake profits, and corporate greed that fueled one of the biggest frauds in American history. Timestamps: 00:00 The $63 Billion Collapse That Shocked America 02:42 How Enron Became “America’s Most Innovative” Company 03:20 The Mark-to-Market Magic and Shadow Entities 08:52 Inside the Investigation – Whistleblowers & Shredded Documents 13:54 The Human Cost: Employees Lost Everything 14:44 The Aftermath and Lessons Learned 17:10 Lie Detector Tip: When “It’s Too Complicated” Is a Red Flag 18:52 Final Lessons If you enjoy deep dives into white-collar fraud and corporate deception, subscribe and leave a review. Follow the lies.
28 May 2026
Episode 7: Boesky & Milken’s Insider Trading Empire — How Greed Corrupted Wall Street
In the excess-filled 1980s, Ivan Boesky and Michael Milken became two of the most powerful men on Wall Street. One was the self-proclaimed “King of Arbitrage.” The other was the “Junk Bond King.” Together, they built a massive empire based on stolen insider information, secret payoffs, and hundreds of millions in illegal profits. In this episode, former FBI Special Agent Kevin Barrows takes you inside one of the largest insider trading scandals in American history — a story of breathtaking ambition, moral collapse, and how the “Greed is Good” culture enabled it all. Timestamps: 00:00 – The 1980s Wall Street Party: Greed is Good 02:28 – My Year on Wall Street: From Salomon Brothers to Black Monday 05:07 – How Boesky & Milken Built Their Empire 06:43 – The Illegal Scheme: The Golden Rolodex 09:14 – The Investigation Begins: Flipping Informants 12:47 – Wearing the Wire: Secret Recordings That Changed Everything 13:37 – The Key Piece of Evidence 14:28 – The Downfall: Guilty Pleas and Fines 16:45 – Lie Detector Tip: The Danger of “Easy Money” If you’ve ever encountered a deal that felt too good to be true, send your story to kevin@followtheliespodcast.com (mailto:kevin@followtheliespodcast.com) — it might become a future episode. Download Kevin’s free guide: “7 Proven Strategies to Spot Lies” → https://followtheliespodcast.com (https://followtheliespodcast.com)
14 May 2026
Episode 6: NBA Ref Rigged Games for the Mob — Why It Still Threatens Basketball
Former FBI Special Agent Kevin Barrows exposes the shocking true story of NBA referee Tim Donaghy — the man who secretly bet on and rigged games he officiated for organized crime. From the explosive 2007 scandal that rocked the league to the massive 2026 international point-shaving ring involving NCAA players, Kevin reveals how game-fixing never disappeared — it evolved with sports betting and NIL deals. In this episode, Kevin breaks down how referees and players are manipulated, the sophisticated tactics used by fixers, the human cost of the schemes, and why young college athletes are now prime targets. Chapters: 00:00 The Unfolding Scandal: Historical Context 07:25 The Shift from Referees to Players 12:58 The Mechanics of Deception 15:58 Lie Detector Tip: Protecting Yourself from Manipulation 18:50 CTA Key Topics: The 2007 Tim Donaghy NBA referee scandal The shift from referees to players in modern fixing rings How sports betting and NIL deals created new vulnerabilities The 2026 NCAA basketball fixing scandal Psychological toll on athletes and officials Strategies for detecting deception in sports Key Takeaways: Organized crime adapts quickly — today’s fixers target players directly with bribes and pressure. Consistent patterns, sudden lifestyle changes, and hidden associations are major red flags. Young athletes in the NIL era are especially vulnerable. Strong monitoring, financial education, and awareness are critical defenses. If you want to sharpen your ability to spot lies and deception — whether in sports betting, business, or everyday life — download Kevin’s free guide: “7 Proven Strategies to Spot Lies and Uncover the Truth in Any Interview” → https://followtheliespodcast.com (https://followtheliespodcast.com) Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode if it opened your eyes to what’s really happening in sports. #NBAScandal #TimDonaghy #PointShaving #SportsBetting #TrueCrime #FBI #GameFixing
30 Apr 2026
Episode 5: The $9 Billion Blood Test Lie — How Charisma Fooled Silicon Valley
Episode Overview In this episode, former FBI Special Agent Kevin Barrows takes you inside one of the most audacious corporate frauds in modern history- the rise and fall of Theranos. From a Stanford dropout’s garage to a $9 billion valuation, Elizabeth Holmes promised a revolutionary blood-testing machine that could run hundreds of tests from a single drop. What followed was a masterclass in how charisma, secrecy, and fear can sustain a massive lie for years. Drawing on his own experience investigating high-stakes fraud, Kevin reveals the toxic culture, the manipulated results, the patient harm, and the hard lessons about hype versus reality. Key Topics Covered Elizabeth Holmes’ compelling vision and the seductive promise of the Edison machine How the technology was faked and patient results were manipulated The iron-fist leadership style of Holmes and Sunny Balwani John Carreyrou’s explosive Wall Street Journal investigation and the brave whistleblowers The devastating human cost to real patients and families The federal investigation, trial, convictions, and long prison sentences Why Silicon Valley’s “fake it till you make it” culture can be extremely dangerous Lie Detector Tip Today’s Lie Detector Tip is about spotting “too good to be true” revolutionary claims. When someone promises to completely upend an industry with breakthrough technology, slow down. Demand independent, verifiable data. Speak directly to the people who built it. Ask what happens when it fails under real conditions. If they get defensive, overly secretive, or hide behind vision and charisma instead of evidence — that’s often your biggest clue. Resources & Further Reading Official court documents and indictment from the Theranos case John Carreyrou’s book Bad Blood CMS inspection reports and sanctions against Theranos Call to Action Has a “revolutionary” idea, investment, or company ever raised red flags for you? Or have you ever seen charisma used to hide uncomfortable truths? Send your story to kevin@followtheliespodcast.com (mailto:kevin@followtheliespodcast.com) — it might even become a future episode. If you want to sharpen your own ability to spot lies in business, investing, or everyday life, grab my free guide: “7 Proven Strategies to Spot Lies and Uncover the Truth in Any Interview.” It’s available right now at followtheliespodcast.com (http://followtheliespodcast.com). If you’re enjoying the show, please hit subscribe, leave a rating and review, and tap the bell so you never miss an episode. Thanks for listening. Until next time… follow the lies.
16 Apr 2026
Episode 4: The $65 Billion Lie — How Madoff Fooled Wall Street for Decades
Episode Overview In this episode, former FBI Special Agent Kevin Barrows takes you inside the largest Ponzi scheme in history, the Bernard Madoff $65 billion fraud. From the promise of steady double-digit returns to the devastating 2008 collapse, Kevin reveals how one man built a house of lies that fooled investors, regulators, and Wall Street for decades. Drawing on his own work supporting the court-appointed Trustee, he shares the inside story of the deception, the investigation, the recovery efforts, and the lasting lessons about trust, due diligence, and the danger of “too good to be true.” Key Topics Covered The mid-2000s Wall Street boom and the illusion of impossibly consistent returns How Madoff’s scheme actually worked- feeder funds, fabricated statements, and the psychology of exclusivity The 2008 financial crisis that finally exposed the fraud Ignored red flags, whistleblowers (including Harry Markopolos), and massive regulatory failures Kevin’s firsthand reflections from the Lipstick Building and assisting the Trustee’s recovery efforts The devastating human toll: ruined retirements, wiped-out charities, and destroyed families Why echoes of Madoff continue to appear in today’s investment scams (crypto, high-yield schemes, etc.) Lie Detector Tip When investing, always do your due diligence. Hire a professional to conduct in-depth searches for complaints and litigation, review audited financial statements, and seek independent third-party verification. In the Madoff case, those impossibly steady returns, year after year with almost no losses, were the screaming red flag. Real investments fluctuate; Ponzi schemes don’t. Resources & Further Reading Official SEC complaint and court documents from the Madoff case Harry Markopolos whistleblower letters (publicly available) Trustee Irving Picard’s public recovery updates Newsletter & Free Guide Want episode recaps, key takeaways, and extra Lie Detector Tips delivered to your inbox? Subscribe to the free Follow the Lies newsletter: https://followthelies.substack.com (https://followthelies.substack.com) Call to Action Have you or a family member ever been a victim of fraud? Your story may help others. Send it to kevin@followtheliespodcast.com (mailto:kevin@followtheliespodcast.com)- it might even become the next episode. Hit subscribe, leave a rating and review, and tap the bell so you never miss a show. Head to followtheliespodcast.com (http://followtheliespodcast.com) to download my free guide: “7 Proven Strategies to Spot Lies and Uncover the Truth in Any Interview.” Follow @FollowTheLiesPodcast on TikTok, X, Instagram, and LinkedIn for clips and updates. Thanks for listening. Until next time… follow the lies.
2 Apr 2026
Episode 3: The $350 Million Sports Memorabilia Fraud — One Man’s Forged Empire
Episode Overview In 2025, a single Indiana dealer allegedly flooded the sports memorabilia market with millions of counterfeit autographed items—forged signatures, fake holograms, bogus provenance—raking in hundreds of millions while shattering trust in the billion-dollar industry. Former FBI Special Agent Kevin Barrows takes you inside the Brett Lemieux / Mister Mancave scandal: how the scheme scaled, the devastating personal betrayal when heroes’ legacies are faked, the raid, the shocking manifesto, the tragic end, and why forgery like this still undermines confidence in the collectibles market. Lie Detector Tip Verify chain of custody and hunt for inconsistencies. Run serial numbers through manufacturer databases, check holograms from multiple angles, look for blurry edges or mismatched fonts. Prices too good to be true? That’s a clue. For historic pieces (no holograms or photos), check fundamentals. Resources & Links WRTV Interview with victim Hans Hesemann (Peyton Manning jersey story): (https://www.wrtv.com/news/local-news/noblesville-man-reacts-to-news-of-counterfeit-memorabilia-scandal)https://www.wrtv.com/news/local-news/hamilton-county/westfield/i-hope-they-find-you-victim-of-westfield-counterfeit-memorabilia-scheme-speaks-out (https://www.wrtv.com/news/local-news/hamilton-county/westfield/i-hope-they-find-you-victim-of-westfield-counterfeit-memorabilia-scheme-speaks-out) Sports Collectors Digest coverage of Lemieux scandal: https://www.sportscollectorsdigest.com (https://www.sportscollectorsdigest.com) (search “Lemieux”) FTC Guide to Spotting Counterfeit Sports Memorabilia: https://www.ftc.gov (https://www.ftc.gov) (search “sports memorabilia fraud”) Call to Action Has fraud ever disrupted your life — or someone you care about? I’d really like to hear what happened. Send your story to kevin@followtheliespodcast.com (mailto:kevin@followtheliespodcast.com) — it could become the next episode and help others avoid the same thing. Subscribe now on your favorite platform. Leave a rating and review — it really helps us reach more people. And if you’re watching on YouTube or a video platform, tap the bell to never miss a show. Follow @FollowTheLiesPodcast on TikTok, X, Instagram, and LinkedIn for clips and updates. Thanks for listening. Until next time… follow the lies. Follow the Lies Links Website: followtheliespodcast.com (http://followtheliespodcast.com) Email: kevin@followtheliespodcast.com (mailto:kevin@followtheliespodcast.com) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCks4WNprjDrxcwYEr7A7L3g (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCks4WNprjDrxcwYEr7A7L3g) Spotify: Follow the Lies: Fraud & Deceit Uncovered | Podcast on Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/5CMUDtR3f3pZG7L2qToSQr?si=wfPYKLiaRtKLhsendRwcjw) Apple Podcasts: Follow the Lies: Fraud & Deceit Uncovered - Podcast (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/follow-the-lies-fraud-deceit-uncovered/id1880758964) iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-follow-the-lies-fraud-dece-328405139
19 Mar 2026
Episode 2: Help Desk Worker Stole 33,000 Identities — Largest Identity Theft Ring in America
Episode Overview In the early 2000s, a single help-desk worker at a credit-reporting company quietly handed over thousands of confidential access codes, enabling one of the largest identity-theft rings in U.S. history. Over 33,000 identities were stolen, triggering hundreds of millions in fraudulent losses. Former FBI Special Agent Kevin Barrows, who led the investigation, takes you inside the case: how the scheme worked, the dead-end surveillance tactics that failed, the breakthrough house search, and the lasting lessons on protecting personal data. Resources & Links AnnualCreditReport.com (http://AnnualCreditReport.com) (free credit reports): https://www.annualcreditreport.com (https://www.annualcreditreport.com) Identity Theft and Assumption Deterrence Act of 1998 (background): https://www.justice.gov/criminal-fraud/identity-theft/identity-theft-and-assumption-deterrence-act (https://www.justice.gov/criminal-fraud/identity-theft/identity-theft-and-assumption-deterrence-act) FTC Guide to Identity Theft Recovery: https://www.identitytheft.gov (https://www.identitytheft.gov) Follow @FollowTheLiesPodcast on TikTok, X, Instagram, and LinkedIn for clips and updates. Thanks for listening. Until next time… follow the lies. Follow the Lies Links Website - https://followtheliespodcast.com/ (https://followtheliespodcast.com/) Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5CMUDtR3f3pZG7L2qToSQr?si=wfPYKLiaRtKLhsendRwcjw (https://open.spotify.com/show/5CMUDtR3f3pZG7L2qToSQr?si=wfPYKLiaRtKLhsendRwcjw) Apple podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/follow-the-lies-fraud-deceit-uncovered/id1880758964 (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/follow-the-lies-fraud-deceit-uncovered/id1880758964) YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@FollowTheLiesPodcast (https://www.youtube.com/@FollowTheLiesPodcast) Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/followtheliespodcast/ (https://www.instagram.com/followtheliespodcast/) X - https://x.com/followliesPod (https://x.com/followliesPod) Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61587301349022 (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61587301349022) Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@follow.the.lies (https://www.tiktok.com/@follow.the.lies)
5 Mar 2026
Episode 1: The Largest Securities Fraud Takedown in U.S. History — How the Mob Rigged Wall Street
I’m Kevin Barrows, former FBI Special Agent and case agent on two of the largest white-collar investigations in U.S. history. I’ve been in the room where the lies were built, where the evidence was uncovered, and where the truth finally broke through. I also co-hosted the Smithsonian Channel docuseries Sports Detectives, exposing forgery and tracking down missing pieces of sports history. In Follow the Lies, I take you inside real fraud cases across the Deception Spectrum—from massive corporate fraud and organized scams to sports forgery, identity theft, and personal betrayals. You’ll hear the insider stories, the investigative breakthroughs, and my Lie Detector Tips: practical, field-tested ways to spot deception in business, relationships, or everyday life. Because the lies are everywhere. And once you know how to follow them, you’re never caught off guard again. New episodes drop bi-weekly. Have a fraud story of your own? Email kevin@followtheliespodcast.com (mailto:kevin@followtheliespodcast.com) — it could become the next episode. Subscribe now. Let’s uncover the truth together. #TrueCrime #Fraud #WhiteCollarCrime #Ponzi #IdentityTheft #SportsForgery #LieDetectorTips #FollowTheLies
27 Feb 2026
Episode 1 Trailer
Former FBI Special Agent Kevin Barrows takes you inside real fraud cases that changed lives and markets. Episode 1 dives into Operation Uptick: the mob's infiltration of Wall Street, rigged stocks, and the massive 120-arrest takedown. Hear the insider stories, investigative breakthroughs, and Lie Detector Tips to spot deception in your own life. Full Episode 1 drops soon. Subscribe now so you don't miss it. Have a fraud story? Email kevin@followtheliespodcast.com (mailto:kevin@followtheliespodcast.com) — it could be the next episode. Follow on TikTok, X, Instagram for clips and updates. #TrueCrime #Fraud #WallStreet #FBI #FollowTheLies
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