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- Episodes
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- Ratings
- 2024
- First episode
About Fraud Files Unleashed
Welcome to Fraud Cases Unleashed, where true fraud investigations meet captivating storytelling. I'm Austin, a seasoned fraud fighter with over 8 years of experience in both law enforcement and banking. Join me on a firsthand journey through real cases, offering insights into the dangers and intricacies of fraud. Whether you're a fellow fraud fighter or eager to learn about fraud prevention, I invite you to tune in. Brace yourself for a mix of knowledge and humor—apologies in advance for the abundance of dad jokes. Let's uncover the secrets of fraud together! Presented by www.FraudWarfare.com.
- Publisher
- Austin Harris
- Category
- true crime
- Language
- en
- Explicit
- No
- First episode
- 16 Jan 2024
- Latest episode
- 23 Jul 2024
Latest episodes
18 episodes in the feed.

23 Jul 2024
S2 E7 - Tracking a Runaway Senior Citizen
Welcome to Season 2 of the Fraud Files Unleashed, where true fraud investigations meet captivating storytelling! Fighting fraud isn’t always just about stopping the bad guys... sometimes it’s about helping the good guys. In this episode, you'll learn how I played a small part in tracking down a missing endangered elderly gentleman who was diagnosed with dementia. Please subscribe and leave us a review if you enjoyed this episode. Follow Us: Fraud Files Unleashed (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/fraud-files-unleashed/) Fraud Warfare (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/company/fraud-warfare/) Austin Harris, CFE (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/in/%E2%98%95%EF%B8%8F-austin-harris-cfe-cfci-32108118b/) Fraud Warfare Website (https://fraudwarfare.com/) Support Us: Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/fraudwarfare)

9 Jul 2024
S2 E6 - Dr. Fraud
Welcome to Season 2 of the Fraud Files Unleashed, where true fraud investigations meet captivating storytelling! The next time you visit a lab to provide urine sample, you may want to keep a close eye on your credit cards. Please subscribe and leave us a review if you enjoyed this episode. Follow Us: Fraud Files Unleashed (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/fraud-files-unleashed/) Fraud Warfare (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/company/fraud-warfare/) Austin Harris, CFE (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/in/%E2%98%95%EF%B8%8F-austin-harris-cfe-cfci-32108118b/) Fraud Warfare Website (https://fraudwarfare.com/) Support Us: Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/fraudwarfare)

4 Jun 2024
S2 E5 - The Pizza Fraud Triangle
Welcome to Season 2 of the Fraud Files Unleashed, where true fraud investigations meet captivating storytelling! Pizza and the fraud triangle do have something in common! Listen now to discover just how quickly someone can fall into the tangled webs of fraud. Please subscribe and leave us a review if you enjoyed this episode. Follow Us: Fraud Files Unleashed (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/fraud-files-unleashed/) Fraud Warfare (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/company/fraud-warfare/) Austin Harris, CFE (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/in/%E2%98%95%EF%B8%8F-austin-harris-cfe-cfci-32108118b/) Fraud Warfare Website (https://fraudwarfare.com/) Support Us: Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/fraudwarfare)

21 May 2024
S2 E4 - The Shoulder Surfers
Welcome to Season 2 of the Fraud Files Unleashed, where true fraud investigations meet captivating storytelling! Surfs up dudes! Today, you're going to learn what shoulder surfing is, and you're going to see what it feels like to be targeted from a victim's perspective. Please subscribe and leave us a review if you enjoyed this episode. Follow Us: Fraud Files Unleashed (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/fraud-files-unleashed/) Fraud Warfare (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/company/fraud-warfare/) Austin Harris, CFE (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/in/%E2%98%95%EF%B8%8F-austin-harris-cfe-cfci-32108118b/) Fraud Warfare Website (https://fraudwarfare.com/) Support Us: Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/fraudwarfare) Featured On: The House of Fraud (https://community.thehouseoffraud.com/checkout/the-house-of-fraud-monthly-membership?affiliate_code=8339ab) (Referral Link)

7 May 2024
S2 E3 - The Knotty Fraudster
Welcome to Season 2 of the Fraud Files Unleashed, where true fraud investigations meet captivating storytelling! What happens when a "knotty" fraudster fuels their drug addiction with fraudulent activity? Bad things. It's almost worse than my horrible dad jokes if you can imagine that! Please subscribe and leave us a review if you enjoyed this episode. Follow Us: Fraud Files Unleashed (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/fraud-files-unleashed/) Fraud Warfare (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/company/fraud-warfare/) Austin Harris, CFE (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/in/%E2%98%95%EF%B8%8F-austin-harris-cfe-cfci-32108118b/) Fraud Warfare Website (https://fraudwarfare.com/) Support Us: Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/fraudwarfare) Featured On: The House of Fraud (https://community.thehouseoffraud.com/checkout/the-house-of-fraud-monthly-membership?affiliate_code=8339ab) (Referral Link)

23 Apr 2024
S2 E2 - The Fraud NOOB
Welcome to Season 2 of the Fraud Files Unleashed, where true fraud investigations meet captivating storytelling! Everyone has to start somewhere… even fraudsters. These individuals likely didn’t grow up their entire life preparing to commit fraud. While different opportunities and situations lead to people committing fraud, the reality is, not everyone is good at it. Please subscribe and leave us a review if you enjoyed this episode. Follow Us: Fraud Files Unleashed (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/fraud-files-unleashed/) Fraud Warfare (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/company/fraud-warfare/) Austin Harris, CFE (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/in/%E2%98%95%EF%B8%8F-austin-harris-cfe-cfci-32108118b/) Fraud Warfare Website (https://fraudwarfare.com/) Support Us: Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/fraudwarfare) Featured On: The House of Fraud (https://community.thehouseoffraud.com/checkout/the-house-of-fraud-monthly-membership?affiliate_code=8339ab) (Referral Link)

9 Apr 2024
S2 E1 - The Fly King gets Dethroned: Cracked Cards and Laundering Liquor
Welcome to Season 2 of the Fraud Files Unleashed, where true fraud investigations meet captivating storytelling! It's time I told you about the time I took down "The Fly King." This crook ran a successful full-time business by re-encoding credit cards, purchasing liquor in large quantities with the compromised cards, and then sold the liquor at exclusive block parties to clean the dirty money. Kings don't reign forever in the fraud-verse though. Please subscribe and leave us a review if you enjoyed this episode. Follow Us: Fraud Files Unleashed (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/fraud-files-unleashed/) Fraud Warfare (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/company/fraud-warfare/) Austin Harris, CFE (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/in/%E2%98%95%EF%B8%8F-austin-harris-cfe-cfci-32108118b/) Fraud Warfare Website (https://fraudwarfare.com/) Support Us: Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/fraudwarfare) Featured On: The House of Fraud (https://community.thehouseoffraud.com/checkout/the-house-of-fraud-monthly-membership?affiliate_code=8339ab) (Referral Link)

26 Mar 2024
S2 Trailer - "The Incredible Card Coders" and Updates
Listen now to our hyped up teaser trailer for Season 2 of the Fraud Files Unleashed, which launches on April 09, 2024. Additionally, we've included a few updates after the teaser trailer to keep you all in the loop. Notably, moving forward our podcast episodes will continue to release on Tuesday, but on a bi-weekly schedule. This scheduling adjustment is primarily to help keep the quality of the podcast as high as possible. Please subscribe and leave a review if you enjoyed this episode. Follow Us: Fraud Files Unleashed (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/fraud-files-unleashed/) Fraud Warfare (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/company/fraud-warfare/) Austin Harris, CFE (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/in/%E2%98%95%EF%B8%8F-austin-harris-cfe-cfci-32108118b/) Fraud Warfare Website (https://fraudwarfare.com/) Support Us: Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/fraudwarfare) Featured On: The House of Fraud (https://community.thehouseoffraud.com/checkout/the-house-of-fraud-monthly-membership?affiliate_code=8339ab) (Referral Link)

19 Mar 2024
E10 - Tip Theft: Smokin' BBQ and Stealing Money
Welcome to Fraud Files Unleashed, where true fraud investigations meet captivating storytelling! There's nothing I love more than the sweet smell of BBQ.. except maybe the sweet smell of justice. Let's wrap up Season 1 with a personal story where I fell victim to fraud at my local BBQ joint. If you haven't realized yet, nobody is immune to being targeted by fraudsters! Please subscribe and leave a review if you enjoyed this episode. Follow Us: Fraud Files Unleashed (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/fraud-files-unleashed/) Fraud Warfare (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/company/fraud-warfare/) Austin Harris, CFE (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/in/%E2%98%95%EF%B8%8F-austin-harris-cfe-cfci-32108118b/) Fraud Warfare Website (https://fraudwarfare.com/) Support Us: Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/fraudwarfare) Featured On: The House of Fraud (https://community.thehouseoffraud.com/checkout/the-house-of-fraud-monthly-membership?affiliate_code=8339ab) (Referral Link)

12 Mar 2024
E9 - Fighting Identity Theft with Fire
Welcome to Fraud Files Unleashed, where true fraud investigations meet captivating storytelling! While working as a patrol officer one night I rapidly went from dealing with a vehicle fire.. to relying on my fraud tingle. This fraud investigation was short and sweet, but it's so ironic how this crook got caught. I still crack a smile every time I think about this hilarious turn of events! Please subscribe and leave a review if you enjoyed this episode. Follow Us: Fraud Files Unleashed (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/fraud-files-unleashed/) Fraud Warfare (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/company/fraud-warfare/) Austin Harris, CFE (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/in/%E2%98%95%EF%B8%8F-austin-harris-cfe-cfci-32108118b/) Fraud Warfare Website (https://fraudwarfare.com/) Support Us: Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/fraudwarfare) Featured On: The House of Fraud (https://community.thehouseoffraud.com/checkout/the-house-of-fraud-monthly-membership?affiliate_code=8339ab) (Referral Link)

5 Mar 2024
E8 - Theatre Thievery: Unmasking The Movie Theatre Bandit
Welcome to Fraud Files Unleashed, where true fraud investigations meet captivating storytelling! Even "good" people may decide to commit fraud if the opportunity presents itself. The fraudster in this investigation decided to risk his clean criminal background by stealing some credit cards at the movie theatre. You butter believe he regretted committing fraud under my watch! Please subscribe and leave a review if you enjoyed this episode. Follow Us: Fraud Files Unleashed (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/fraud-files-unleashed/) Fraud Warfare (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/company/fraud-warfare/) Austin Harris, CFE (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/in/%E2%98%95%EF%B8%8F-austin-harris-cfe-cfci-32108118b/) Fraud Warfare Website (https://fraudwarfare.com/) Support Us: Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/fraudwarfare) Featured On: The House of Fraud (https://community.thehouseoffraud.com/checkout/the-house-of-fraud-monthly-membership?affiliate_code=8339ab) (Referral Link)

27 Feb 2024
E7 - Tech Heist: Stopping an Account Takeover
Welcome to Fraud Files Unleashed, where true fraud investigations meet captivating storytelling! In this investigation you'll see that nobody is safe from account takeovers (ATO). Tracking down an ATO is easier said than done, but with some determination and certainly some luck, I tracked down this organized group as far as I could. You may want to think twice about paying for a premium internet login at a hotel if you plan on using it to commit fraud. Just saying! Please subscribe and leave a review if you enjoyed this episode. Follow Us: Fraud Files Unleashed (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/fraud-files-unleashed/) Fraud Warfare (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/company/fraud-warfare/) Austin Harris, CFE (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/in/%E2%98%95%EF%B8%8F-austin-harris-cfe-cfci-32108118b/) Fraud Warfare Website (https://fraudwarfare.com/) Support Us: Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/fraudwarfare) Featured On: The House of Fraud (https://community.thehouseoffraud.com/checkout/the-house-of-fraud-monthly-membership?affiliate_code=8339ab) (Referral Link)

20 Feb 2024
E6 - Shimmer and Shine: It's Card Skimming Time!
Welcome to Fraud Files Unleashed, where true fraud investigations meet captivating storytelling! The intricacies and complexity of ATM credit card skimmers/shimmers always excited me. Finally, I was able to learn about these skimming devices firsthand during this one of a kind fraud files. This investigation took place in the early hours of Thanksgiving morning, and I was thankful to have an enormous amount of teamwork on my side. Please subscribe and leave a review if you enjoyed this episode. Follow Us: Fraud Files Unleashed (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/fraud-files-unleashed/) Fraud Warfare (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/company/fraud-warfare/) Austin Harris, CFE (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/in/%E2%98%95%EF%B8%8F-austin-harris-cfe-cfci-32108118b/) Fraud Warfare Website (https://fraudwarfare.com/) Support Us: Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/fraudwarfare) Featured On: The House of Fraud (https://community.thehouseoffraud.com/checkout/the-house-of-fraud-monthly-membership?affiliate_code=8339ab) (Referral Link)

13 Feb 2024
E5 - Sextortion Fraud
Welcome to Fraud Files Unleashed, where true fraud investigations meet captivating storytelling! In this special Valentine's Day themed episode we dive into the dangers of sextortion scams. Sadly, this scam is rapidly growing and targeting countless young adults across the world. Brace yourself for some sweet insight, and the not-so-sweet reality of how devastating sextortion can be. Suicide Hotline: https://988lifeline.org/ (https://988lifeline.org/) Please subscribe and leave a review if you enjoyed this episode. Follow Us: Fraud Files Unleashed (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/fraud-files-unleashed/) Fraud Warfare (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/company/fraud-warfare/) Austin Harris, CFE (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/in/%E2%98%95%EF%B8%8F-austin-harris-cfe-cfci-32108118b/) Fraud Warfare Website (https://fraudwarfare.com/) Support Us: Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/fraudwarfare) Featured On: The House of Fraud (https://community.thehouseoffraud.com/checkout/the-house-of-fraud-monthly-membership?affiliate_code=8339ab) (Referral Link) Explicit tag was added due to the sensitive nature of this topic.

6 Feb 2024
E4 - Cop or Con: The Twisted Tale of Spoofed Calls
Welcome to Fraud Files Unleashed, where true fraud investigations meet captivating storytelling! In this episode we dive into the mysterious realm of spoofed phone calls. We've all been targeted by robot calls and impersonators hiding behind familiar phone numbers, but this investigation had me chasing someone posing as a cop. Top off your coffee and let's see if we can successfully track down this imposter. Please subscribe and leave a review if you enjoyed this episode. Follow Us: Fraud Files Unleashed (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/fraud-files-unleashed/) Fraud Warfare (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/company/fraud-warfare/) Austin Harris, CFE (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/in/%E2%98%95%EF%B8%8F-austin-harris-cfe-cfci-32108118b/) Fraud Warfare Website (https://fraudwarfare.com/) Support Us: Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/fraudwarfare) Special shoutout to Nathan J and Hailey Windham for their kind donations last week!

30 Jan 2024
E3 - Fast Food Fiends
Welcome to Fraud Files Unleashed, where true fraud investigations meet captivating storytelling! In this episode we uncover the fraud scheme that unfolded at a seemingly ordinary drive-thru. This crafty fraudster seized the opportunity to steal credit cards from unsuspecting customers to fund elaborate shopping sprees, but she made several costly mistakes. Grab yourself a snack and get ready to for a thrilling tale of the Fast Food Fiends! Please subscribe and leave a review if you enjoyed this episode. Follow Us: Fraud Files Unleashed (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/fraud-files-unleashed/) Fraud Warfare (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/company/fraud-warfare/) Austin Harris, CFE (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/in/%E2%98%95%EF%B8%8F-austin-harris-cfe-cfci-32108118b/) Fraud Warfare Website (https://fraudwarfare.com/) Support Us: Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/fraudwarfare) Special shoutout to Bev Preston-Hayse and Kathy Waters for their kind donations last week!

23 Jan 2024
E2 - Heartstrings and Handlebars: A Romance Scam Unveiled
Welcome to Fraud Files Unleashed, where true fraud investigations meet captivating storytelling! Embark on a rollercoaster of emotions in our newest episode as we unravel the captivating story of a true romance scam. Join me on a weeks-long pursuit of a mysterious individual with a jaw-dropping handlebar mustache. This fraud file is a wild ride you won't want to miss! Please consider subscribing and leaving a review if you enjoyed this episode. Romance Scam Resources: https://advocatingforu.com/ Follow Us: Fraud Files Unleashed (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/fraud-files-unleashed/) Fraud Warfare (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/company/fraud-warfare/) Austin Harris, CFE (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/in/%E2%98%95%EF%B8%8F-austin-harris-cfe-cfci-32108118b/) Fraud Warfare Website (https://fraudwarfare.com/) Support Us: Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/fraudwarfare) Special shoutout to Stephen Sargent, Holly Hebel, and Madison Olivas for their kind donations last week!

16 Jan 2024
E1 - Accidental Fraud Fighter
Join us as we launch our podcast pilot episode for Fraud Files Unleashed! In this episode, we kick things off by setting the stage. I tell my unique story of how I became a fraud fighter, quite literally, by an accident. Please consider subscribing and leaving a review if you enjoyed this episode. Follow Us: Fraud Files Unleashed (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/fraud-files-unleashed/) Fraud Warfare (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/company/fraud-warfare/) Austin Harris, CFE (LinkedIn) (https://www.linkedin.com/in/%E2%98%95%EF%B8%8F-austin-harris-cfe-cfci-32108118b/) Fraud Warfare Website (https://fraudwarfare.com/) Support Us: Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/fraudwarfare)
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