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WHO’S AFRAID OF LADONNA HUMPHREY? PART 4: ENTANGLED IN AN ARSON INVESTIGATION

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PRETEND is a true crime podcast about con artists


Javier Leiva is no stranger to the dark corners of the human psyche. With his
true crime podcasts “PRETEND,” “CRIMINAL CONDUCT,” and “THE PONZI PLAYBOOK.”
Leiva has carved out a reputation as one of the genre’s most immersive
storytellers. Drawing from two decades of TV and marketing experience, he’s
mastered the art of pulling listeners into twisted tales of crime and deception
that feel all too real.













Leiva has peeled back the layers on infamous fraudster Frank Abagnale and shared
his own wild encounter with a cult. But his biggest splash might just be his
investigative deep dives, which led to the arrest of two individuals who faked
their own stalking, turning these bizarre cases into living, breathing dramas
that play out in real time.

It’s not just the podcast world paying attention—his work has made waves in the
upper reaches of the industry. His reporting has been woven into Netflix’s
“Don’t Pick Up the Phone” and Discovery+’s “Citizen P.I.” with major outlets
like The New York Times and the BBC taking notice of his sharp, relentless
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“PRETEND” has become a staple in the true crime world, holding steady at the top
of the charts across multiple countries. And with four Midsouth Emmys under his
belt for his work in commercial broadcasting, Leiva’s impact stretches far
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WHO’S AFRAID OF LADONNA HUMPHREY? PART 4: ENTANGLED IN AN ARSON INVESTIGATION

July 24, 2024 No Comments

The Allens’ House Burned Down. The Family Blames LaDonna Humphrey. LaDonna
Humphrey, with a history marked by harassment allegations, emerges

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WHO’S AFRAID OF LADONNA HUMPHREY PART 3: ANTHONY

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He Crossed LaDonna Humphrey. Then She Tried to Ruin His Life. After Anthony
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WHO’S AFRAID OF LADONNA HUMPHREY PART 5: DANIEL

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Is LaDonna Humphrey Targeting Melissa Witt’s Ex for Fame? Melissa’s
ex-boyfriend, Daniel Watson, has never been officially named as a

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WHO’S AFRAID OF LADONNA HUMPHREY PART 2: PATTI

June 11, 2024 No Comments

LaDonna Humphrey: A Civilian Investigator with Shocking Access In making her
true crime podcast, LaDonna Humphrey claimed to have incredible

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WHO’S AFRAID OF LADONNA HUMPHREY PART 1: ALECIA

June 11, 2024 No Comments

LaDonna Humphrey: True Crime Author & Podcaster Accused of Harassment &
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FROM SILVER SCREENS TO REAL-LIFE SCHEMES: FRANK ABAGNALE’S INVESTMENT DECEPTION

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Frank Abagnale, once the dazzling protagonist of “Catch Me If You Can,” made up
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ABOUT THE HOST

Javier Leiva is a podcast producer and host of PRETEND, a true-crime podcast
about con artists and real people pretending to be someone they’re not. 

His investigative podcast career has taken him to some wild places. For example,
Javier Leiva reported from inside a cult. In addition, he’s also interviewed a
woman who sells bleach as a cure for autism. Then, he exposed a prank ring
responsible for thousands of dollars in damages. 

Javier worked 15 years in television, producing documentaries, news, and
commercials. Most recently, he’s worked as a creative director at various
marketing agencies. But, regardless of the medium, his passion is storytelling.

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