Today we’re talking about family channels — one of the internet’s most wholesome looking genres… and one of its most complicated.

For over a decade, millions of viewers have watched kids grow up online through daily vlogs, milestones, punishments, medical moments, and private family life turned public entertainment. But what happens when a childhood is also a business?

In this episode, we explore the rise of family vlogging, the blurred line between memory-keeping and performance, and the growing questions around consent, privacy, and labor in the creator economy. Because unlike child actors, these kids never clock out — and the internet never forgets.

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Bernie Madoff ran the largest Ponzi scheme in history — stealing billions of dollars while being one of the most trusted and respected figures in finance.

In this episode, we break down how the Madoff scam actually worked, who was impacted the most, and why regulators, institutions, and investors failed to stop it for decades. This isn’t just a story about financial fraud — it’s about power, reputation, and how systems protect people who look legitimate.

From ignored warnings to systemic failures, the Madoff case reveals how easily trust can be manipulated — and why this scam was able to hide in plain sight for so long.

🎧 If you like deep dives into dark history, white-collar crime, and cultural analysis, you’re in the right place.

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In the early 2000s, To Catch a Predator turned online sting operations into must-watch television — and made Chris Hansen one of the most recognizable faces in true crime.

In this episode, I revisit Chris Hansen’s legacy and break down the ethics behind televised sting shows, public shaming as punishment, and how To Catch a Predator helped shape modern true crime and internet justice. Why did this feel acceptable at the time? And what does it say about how we consume crime as entertainment?

This is a true crime deep dive focused on media ethics, internet culture, and the uncomfortable line between accountability and spectacle.

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Elizabeth Holmes once convinced the world she had reinvented modern medicine. With a black turtleneck, a deep voice, and a bold promise, she built Theranos into a billion-dollar startup backed by powerful investors, politicians, and the media.

There was just one problem — the technology didn’t work.

In this episode, we break down the full Theranos scandal: how Elizabeth Holmes sold a vision no one could question, how Silicon Valley’s culture of hype helped the lie grow, and how whistleblowers, journalists, and former employees finally brought the truth to light. From fake demos to courtrooms, this is the story of one of the biggest frauds in modern tech history.

If you’re into tech scandals, corporate deception, and stories about ambition gone way too far, this episode is for you.

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Mary Cosby is known to most people from The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, but for years there have been serious questions surrounding her church. In this episode, I break down what the TLC documentary covered — and what it didn’t.

We look at the history of Mary Cosby’s church, the cult allegations, the power dynamics, and the financial and emotional control former members have described. This is a contextual analysis based on publicly available information and media reporting, not a definitive judgment.

If you’re interested in reality TV scandals, high-control religious groups, or pop culture deep dives that go beyond the surface, this episode is for you.

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In 1982, ordinary bottles of Tylenol became deadly. At least seven people were killed after cyanide-laced capsules appeared on store shelves around Chicago, triggering nationwide panic and one of the largest criminal investigations in U.S. history.
In this episode, we break down what happened, who investigators believed was responsible, and how the case permanently changed consumer safety, packaging laws, and the way we trust everyday products. A chilling reminder that sometimes the most terrifying threats are hiding in plain sight.

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The death of Ellen Greenberg has been debated for over a decade. Ruled a suicide despite multiple stab wounds and disputed forensic findings, the case has drawn national attention and legal challenges from her family.

This episode explores the evidence, the controversy, and why the case remains one of the most questioned death rulings in recent memory.

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OxyContin was introduced as a revolutionary solution for chronic pain. What followed was one of the deadliest public health crises in American history.

In this episode, we examine the rise of OxyContin, Purdue Pharma’s aggressive marketing tactics, and how a system built on trust allowed addiction to spread quietly and legally. This is not just a story about a drug—it’s about corporate power, medical authority, and the cost of turning pain into profit.

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