You’ve heard the jingle — but what’s really behind Kars4Kids?

In this episode, we break down the origins, lawsuits, and controversy surrounding where donation money actually goes. From its connection to Oorah to accusations of misleading advertising, we uncover how this charity operates — and how to spot red flags before you donate.

What’s actually in the candle you’re burning?

In this episode, I sit down with Sharon from Seemy Candles to break down the difference between true hand-poured candles and mass-produced products disguised as premium.

We also dive into a viral example from my page—where a $4 Mainstays candle from Walmart was allegedly relabeled and resold for $30—and how common practices like white-labeling can blur the line between branding and deception.

Sharon explains what actually makes a quality candle, while we uncover the scammy side of the industry—misleading “handmade” claims, hidden ingredients, and brands that look luxury but aren’t.

Plus, we give you simple red flags to spot low-quality or fake candles instantly.

🔥 After this, you’ll never look at candles the same way again.

Castile soap sounds like one of those fake “miracle” products that claims to do everything — body wash, laundry detergent, dish soap, household cleaner, even pet shampoo. But unlike most products with outrageous claims, Castile soap actually has centuries of history and real science behind it. In this episode, we break down the origins of Castile soap from Spain and Aleppo, why olive oil soap became legendary throughout Europe, how Castile soap differs from modern detergents, why it can truly be used for so many purposes, and how some modern brands may be watering down the meaning of “Castile.” We also dive into Carolina Castile Soap⁠, their history, founder Joe McCutcheon, and their attempt to preserve authentic Castile soap traditions. Includes discussion on fake Castile soaps, misleading labeling, soap chemistry, and the strange truth behind one of the world’s oldest multi-use products.

Are food scanner apps actually helping people… or are some of them fear-mongering for clicks and subscriptions?

In this episode of the FAKD Podcast, we dive into the rise of barcode-scanning food apps like Yuka, the psychology behind “toxic food” culture, and how AI is beginning to supercharge nutrition paranoia online. We break down the original food scanner apps, the legit concerns around processed foods, and how certain ingredients are sometimes exaggerated or taken out of context to push fear-based marketing.

From ultra-processed foods and additive panic to AI-generated health warnings and viral grocery store scans, this episode explores how modern food culture became part science, part algorithm, and part entertainment.

Are these apps exposing hidden truths… or turning grocery shopping into a psychological horror movie?

We've OFFICIALLY reached 200 episodes! Thank you everyone that chooses to listen to my podcast and hopefully here's to 200 more!

From a science fiction writer to a global religion worth billions—this episode breaks down the origins of Scientology, the rise of L. Ron Hubbard, and the controversies that have followed for decades. We explore its beliefs, secret teachings, celebrity influence, and the critics who say it operates more like a business than a religion.

In this episode we talk about a new scam that was discovered surrounding a one night stand and a trip to a "planner parenthood". Is this legitimate or "extortion through abortion"?

What happens when your Coachella wristband scans… and suddenly stops working?

In this episode, we break down the hidden world of Coachella ticket scams, StubHub resellers, and the shocking loophole in wristband ownership that’s leaving festival-goers locked out after paying hundreds—or even thousands—of dollars.

We uncover how Coachella’s RFID wristband system works, why activating your ticket doesn’t actually protect you, and how original buyers can resell wristbands and still cancel them later—leaving new buyers with nothing.

We also dive into:

The rise of festival ticket resale scams

How platforms like StubHub operate and where buyer protection falls short

Whether Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival could be held responsible

The evolution of Coachella from an indie music festival to a resale-driven marketplace

And how this same system could impact concerts, sporting events, and future digital ticketing

If you’ve ever bought tickets from a third party—or plan to—this episode explains what’s really happening behind the scenes and how to protect yourself.

🎟️ Don’t get burned by the system. Learn the red flags before your next event.

We landed on the Moon over 50 years ago—so why is NASA going back… and not even landing?

In this episode, we break down the real reason behind the Artemis missions, why Artemis II is only flying around the Moon, and what’s actually changed since the Apollo era. From entirely new spacecraft to stricter safety standards and bigger long-term goals, this isn’t a repeat mission—it’s a complete rebuild.

Featuring John Plauche, a mechanical engineer with a degree from Louisiana State University and a Master’s from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. John previously trained NASA astronauts in Houston, supported Space Station operations across Moscow, Japan, and the U.S., and worked on crew equipment for the Space Shuttle in Cape Canaveral and Houston. He now trains first responders on specialized rescue systems in New Orleans.

We also go deeper—into the mind of a conspiracy theorist.

We break down some of the most common beliefs around the Moon landing, including:

Why some people think we never went

The “technology gap” argument

And how modern missions like Artemis fuel new skepticism

Then we separate fact from fiction—what holds up, what doesn’t, and why these theories continue to spread.

If you’ve ever wondered:

“Did we lose the technology?”

“Why aren’t we landing this time?”

“Were the original Moon landings real?”

This episode answers it all.