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The Dating Detectives

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The Dating Detectives

155 episodes · 17 with AI analysis

Join professional Private Investigator Mackenzie Fultz and Comedian Hanna Anderson each week as they delve deep into the stories of the liars, cheaters, and con-men who have left a trail of broken hearts and shattered trust in the dating world. We'll uncover the lies, scams and manipulations of these con artists, as we shine a light on the red flags to look out for in the wild west of the dating apps.

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Topics · top 10

Trauma bonding and cycle of abuse×2Coercive control and isolation tactics×2Divorce proceedings and custody arrangements×2Medical manipulation and abuse in intimate relationshipsElder abuse and financial exploitationUnqualified wellness influencers and health misinformationInternational marriage fraudProbate law and spousal inheritance rightsSocial media credibility and follower manipulationCancer treatment and medical decision-making under duress

Analyzed Episodes

Dec 22, 2025

The Cancer Healing Scam: Part 2

Medical manipulation and abuse in intimate relationshipsElder abuse and financial exploitationUnqualified wellness influencers and health misinformation
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Dec 29, 2025

Helen Undercover: The Strip Mall Secret

Private investigation techniques and surveillance methodsGender dynamics in male-dominated industriesInfidelity detection and relationship verification
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Jan 5, 2026

The Crypto Catfish

Romance Scams and CatfishingCryptocurrency Investment FraudFake Mobile Applications and App Store Security
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Apr 27, 2026

Mackenzie Undercover: The Prenup

Prenuptial Agreements and Wealth ProtectionInfidelity Detection and SurveillanceLove Bombing and Relationship Red Flags
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May 18, 2026

"If I End Up Dead, My Husband Did It": Part 2

Domestic Violence and Intimate Partner ViolenceSexual Assault and Rape Trauma SyndromeVictim Advocacy and Victim Support Services
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May 11, 2026

"If I End Up Dead, My Husband Did It": Part 1

Domestic violence and intimate partner abuseMarital rape and sexual assault within marriagePsychological manipulation and gaslighting tactics
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May 4, 2026

The Engagement That Ended in Handcuffs

Narcissistic personality traits and projection in relationshipsEmotional abuse and controlling behavior patternsOnline solicitation of minors and grooming tactics
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Jan 12, 2026

Mackenzie Undercover: The Surrogate Scandal

Surrogacy arrangements and legal frameworksNon-medical fertility alternativesGaslighting and psychological manipulation in relationships
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Feb 2, 2026

Mackenzie Undercover: PI's Gone Wild

Trauma and decision-making neuroscienceEmployment fraud detection and preventionPrivate investigator licensing and regulation
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Mar 23, 2026

The Con Man Down Under

Romance scams and intimate fraudFinancial abuse and coercive controlSelf-managed superannuation fraud
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Mar 30, 2026

The Perfect Husband

Emotional and psychological abuseFinancial independence for stay-at-home parentsRecognizing hidden abusive behavior patterns
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Apr 6, 2026

The Cult Was Just the Beginning: Part 1

IBLP (Institute in Basic Life Principles) cult practices and indoctrinationHigh-control religious environments and psychological manipulationChildhood religious trauma and long-term psychological effects
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Apr 13, 2026

The Cult Was Just the Beginning: Part 2

High-control religious groups and trauma conditioningEmotional and verbal abuse in intimate relationshipsFinancial abuse and economic control tactics
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Apr 20, 2026

The 18 Year Prison Sentence

Infidelity and affair discoveryFinancial abuse and hidden spendingDivorce proceedings and custody arrangements
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Jan 19, 2026

What Happened to Grandpa?

DNA genealogy and genetic matching for family researchCold case investigation using ancestry databasesIdentity fraud and social security number changes in mid-20th century
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Jan 26, 2026

The Turkish Rug Pull

Romance Scams and Love Bombing TacticsTariff-Based Financial Fraud SchemesFOG Manipulation (Fear, Obligation, Guilt)
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Feb 9, 2026

The Mind Control Romance

Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID) and mental health disorder weaponizationHypnotherapy misuse in intimate relationshipsReproductive coercion and birth control tampering
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