Join Brett Johnson on this wild ride of government cover-ups and conspiracies as he sets the record straight once and for all. The Bitfinex cryptocurrency exchange was hacked in August 2016. 119,756 bitcoin, worth about US$72 million at the time, was stolen. Ilya Lichtenstein, 35, and Heather Morgan, 33, were arrested in February 2022 after the government seized approximately 95,000 of those stolen bitcoin from cryptocurrency wallets in the defendants’ control. They were arrested for laundering the money, not the hack. So WHO did the hack? And why are the Lichtensteins NOW in witness protection? ► The Brett Johnson Show: https://www.youtube.com/@brettjohnsonshow► Criminal Thoughts Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/criminalthoughtspodcast ► Criminal Thoughts Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61554340715365 ► Brett's Twitter: https://twitter.com/gollumfun Follow more of Brett: https://www.thebrettjohnsonshow.com Watch Brett Johnson on the Lex Friedman Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cC1LFC0KFSw&t=3s Watch Brett Johnson on the Jordan B Peterson Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cz0GVLzzYlg ABOUT BRETT Brett Johnson. Former U.S. Most Wanted Cybercriminal. Now Good Guy. The United States Secret Service called Mr. Johnson "The Original Internet Godfather" for his role in refining modern financial cybercrime. Or to put it another way: Brett was convicted of 39 felonies, placed on the U.S. Most Wanted List, escaped from prison, and… he built the first organized cybercrime community, Shadowcrew was a precursor to today's darknet and darknet markets, and it laid the foundation for the way modern cybercrime channels operate today. Johnson was sentenced to 90 months in Federal Prison. End of story? Not hardly. Brett found redemption through his sister, his wife Michele, and finally the FBI. He was given the chance to turn his life around. He took it. Today, Brett is considered one of the leading authorities on cybercrime, identity theft, and cybersecurity on the planet. He works hard to protect businesses and consumers from the type of person he used to be.

Brett takes action. A local church in Alabama is under scrutiny after allegations surface within the youth ministry about an inappropriate relationship between a 28 year old man and a 15 year old girl. When covering up or looking the other way happens, it's almost always about prioritizing money over safety and security. Can we not be better than we have been? Can we not start to call out the wrongdoing of what's going on? Can we not start to look out for people who cannot protect themselves? It's not a huge ask, but it requires action. ► Brett Johnson Show Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebrettjohnsonshow/ ► Brett Johnson Show Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/The-Brett-Johnson-Show-100086202897738/ ► Criminal Thoughts Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@criminalthoughtspodcast ► Brett's Twitter: https://www.x.com/gollumfun Follow more of Brett: https://www.thebrettjohnsonshow.com Watch Brett Johnson on Lex Friedman: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cC1LFC0KFSw Watch Brett Johnson on the Jordan B Peterson Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cz0GVLzzYlg ABOUT BRETT Brett Johnson. Former U.S. Most Wanted Cybercriminal. Now Good Guy. The United States Secret Service called Mr. Johnson "The Original Internet Godfather" for his role in refining modern financial cybercrime. Or to put it another way: Brett was convicted of 39 felonies, placed on the U.S. Most Wanted List, escaped from prison, and… he built the first organized cybercrime community, Shadowcrew was a precursor to today's darknet and darknet markets, and it laid the foundation for the way modern cybercrime channels operate today. Johnson was sentenced to 90 months in Federal Prison. End of story? Not hardly. Brett found redemption through his sister, his wife Michele, and finally the FBI. He was given the chance to turn his life around. He took it. Today, Brett is considered one of the leading authorities on cybercrime, identity theft, and cybersecurity on the planet. He works hard to protect businesses and consumers from the type of person he used to be.

We're talking about the Bible and whether one should read it figuratively or literally! Are people born with sin or are we inherently good when we come into this world? These topics and more religious stories are discussed in this episode as Brett continues to dive deeper into religion by asking questions to discover his own faith. ► Brett Johnson Show Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebrettjohnsonshow/ ► Brett Johnson Show Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/The-Brett-Johnson-Show-100086202897738/ ► Criminal Thoughts Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@criminalthoughtspodcast ► Brett's Twitter: https://www.x.com/gollumfun Follow more of Brett: https://www.thebrettjohnsonshow.com Watch Brett Johnson on Lex Friedman: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cC1LFC0KFSw Watch Brett Johnson on the Jordan B Peterson Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cz0GVLzzYlg ABOUT BRETT Brett Johnson. Former U.S. Most Wanted Cybercriminal. Now Good Guy. The United States Secret Service called Mr. Johnson "The Original Internet Godfather" for his role in refining modern financial cybercrime. Or to put it another way: Brett was convicted of 39 felonies, placed on the U.S. Most Wanted List, escaped from prison, and… he built the first organized cybercrime community, Shadowcrew was a precursor to today's darknet and darknet markets, and it laid the foundation for the way modern cybercrime channels operate today. Johnson was sentenced to 90 months in Federal Prison. End of story? Not hardly. Brett found redemption through his sister, his wife Michele, and finally the FBI. He was given the chance to turn his life around. He took it. Today, Brett is considered one of the leading authorities on cybercrime, identity theft, and cybersecurity on the planet. He works hard to protect businesses and consumers from the type of person he used to be.

Eddie Miro joins Brett to talk about his criminal past and his new book, Outlaw Summer, Cyber Dreams: A Hacker’s Journey Through Crime And Redemption. Eddie shares his extraordinary journey from a life of crime to a respected cybersecurity professional. His story begins with a family history steeped in outlaw culture, organized crime, and follows his path of transformation and redemption. Over the past two decades, he has reinvented myself, leaving behind a criminal past to become an educator, communicator, and ethical social engineer. Eddie's transition to cybersecurity was a natural progression, with his checkered background, providing him with a unique perspective and invaluable real-world experience as a former threat actor. Eddie's Book on Amazon for $10: https://www.amazon.com/Outlaw-Summer-... Please LIKE this episode and SUBSCRIBE! Just PUSH IT! ► Brett Johnson Show Instagram:   / thebrettjohnsonshow   ► Brett Johnson Show Facebook:   / the-brett-johnson-show-100086202897738   ► Criminal Thoughts Podcast:    / @criminalthoughtspodcast   ► Brett's Twitter: https://www.x.com/gollumfun Follow more of Brett: https://www.thebrettjohnsonshow.com Watch Brett Johnson on Lex Friedman:    • Brett Johnson: US Most Wanted Cybercr...   Watch Brett Johnson on the Jordan B Peterson Podcast:    • Dr. Peterson Interviews Former U.S. M...   ABOUT BRETT Brett Johnson. Former U.S. Most Wanted Cybercriminal. Now Good Guy. The United States Secret Service called Mr. Johnson "The Original Internet Godfather" for his role in refining modern financial cybercrime. Or to put it another way: Brett was convicted of 39 felonies, placed on the U.S. Most Wanted List, escaped from prison, and… he built the first organized cybercrime community, Shadowcrew was a precursor to today's darknet and darknet markets, and it laid the foundation for the way modern cybercrime channels operate today. Johnson was sentenced to 90 months in Federal Prison. End of story? Not hardly. Brett found redemption through his sister, his wife Michele, and finally the FBI. He was given the chance to turn his life around. He took it. Today, Brett is considered one of the leading authorities on cybercrime, identity theft, and cybersecurity on the planet. He works hard to protect businesses and consumers from the type of person he used to be.

Instant gratification can be a poison that tarnishes the well. Brett spent many years chasing instant gratification by breaking the law because he wanted money quickly and easily. Brett has served his time for his crimes and has an important message to share: If you're looking to be successful in life, it's not going to happen overnight. ► Brett Johnson Show Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebrettjohnsonshow/ ► Brett Johnson Show Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/The-Brett-Johnson-Show-100086202897738/ ► Criminal Thoughts Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@criminalthoughtspodcast ► Brett's Twitter: https://www.x.com/gollumfun Follow more of Brett: https://www.thebrettjohnsonshow.com Watch Brett Johnson on Lex Friedman: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cC1LFC0KFSw Watch Brett Johnson on the Jordan B Peterson Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cz0GVLzzYlg ABOUT BRETT Brett Johnson. Former U.S. Most Wanted Cybercriminal. Now Good Guy. The United States Secret Service called Mr. Johnson "The Original Internet Godfather" for his role in refining modern financial cybercrime. Or to put it another way: Brett was convicted of 39 felonies, placed on the U.S. Most Wanted List, escaped from prison, and… he built the first organized cybercrime community, Shadowcrew was a precursor to today's darknet and darknet markets, and it laid the foundation for the way modern cybercrime channels operate today. Johnson was sentenced to 90 months in Federal Prison. End of story? Not hardly. Brett found redemption through his sister, his wife Michele, and finally the FBI. He was given the chance to turn his life around. He took it. Today, Brett is considered one of the leading authorities on cybercrime, identity theft, and cybersecurity on the planet. He works hard to protect businesses and consumers from the type of person he used to be.

Brett brings on Jake Newfield to talk about his new YouTube show, For the Sake of Argument. We learn a bit about Jake's story and his views on life, religion, politics, and the emotional understanding we desperately need in this world as we as humans pursue truth. ► Brett Johnson Show Instagram:   / thebrettjohnsonshow   ► Brett Johnson Show Facebook:   / the-brett-johnson-show-100086202897738   ► Criminal Thoughts Podcast:    / @criminalthoughtspodcast   ► Brett's Twitter: https://www.x.com/gollumfun Follow more of Brett: https://www.thebrettjohnsonshow.com Watch Brett Johnson on Lex Friedman:    • Brett Johnson: US Most Wanted Cybercr...   Watch Brett Johnson on the Jordan B Peterson Podcast:    • Dr. Peterson Interviews Former U.S. M...   ABOUT BRETT Brett Johnson. Former U.S. Most Wanted Cybercriminal. Now Good Guy. The United States Secret Service called Mr. Johnson "The Original Internet Godfather" for his role in refining modern financial cybercrime. Or to put it another way: Brett was convicted of 39 felonies, placed on the U.S. Most Wanted List, escaped from prison, and… he built the first organized cybercrime community, Shadowcrew was a precursor to today's darknet and darknet markets, and it laid the foundation for the way modern cybercrime channels operate today. Johnson was sentenced to 90 months in Federal Prison. End of story? Not hardly. Brett found redemption through his sister, his wife Michele, and finally the FBI. He was given the chance to turn his life around. He took it. Today, Brett is considered one of the leading authorities on cybercrime, identity theft, and cybersecurity on the planet. He works hard to protect businesses and consumers from the type of person he used to be.

Monroe Meyers joins Brett once again to talk about life on the other side of crime. Now as a productive member of society, Monroe leads a life of faith, love, and puppies. Follow more of Brett: https://www.thebrettjohnsonshow.com Watch Brett Johnson on Lex Friedman: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cC1LFC0KFSw Watch Brett Johnson on the Jordan B Peterson Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cz0GVLzzYlg ABOUT BRETT Brett Johnson. Former U.S. Most Wanted Cybercriminal. Now Good Guy. The United States Secret Service called Mr. Johnson "The Original Internet Godfather" for his role in refining modern financial cybercrime. Or to put it another way: Brett was convicted of 39 felonies, placed on the U.S. Most Wanted List, escaped from prison, and… he built the first organized cybercrime community, Shadowcrew was a precursor to today's darknet and darknet markets, and it laid the foundation for the way modern cybercrime channels operate today. Johnson was sentenced to 90 months in Federal Prison. End of story? Not hardly. Brett found redemption through his sister, his wife Michele, and finally the FBI. He was given the chance to turn his life around. He took it. Today, Brett is considered one of the leading authorities on cybercrime, identity theft, and cybersecurity on the planet. He works hard to protect businesses and consumers from the type of person he used to be.

What do powerful leaders all have in common and why are they so successful? How do they pursue their goals? Brett breaks down the power behind a mind hack that has the potential to alter the course of one's life. ► Brett Johnson Show Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebrettjohnsonshow/ ► Brett Johnson Show Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/The-Brett-Johnson-Show-100086202897738/ ► Criminal Thoughts Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@criminalthoughtspodcast ► Brett's Twitter: https://www.x.com/gollumfun Follow more of Brett: https://www.thebrettjohnsonshow.com Watch Brett Johnson on Lex Friedman: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cC1LFC0KFSw Watch Brett Johnson on the Jordan B Peterson Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cz0GVLzzYlg ABOUT BRETT Brett Johnson. Former U.S. Most Wanted Cybercriminal. Now Good Guy. The United States Secret Service called Mr. Johnson "The Original Internet Godfather" for his role in refining modern financial cybercrime. Or to put it another way: Brett was convicted of 39 felonies, placed on the U.S. Most Wanted List, escaped from prison, and… he built the first organized cybercrime community, Shadowcrew was a precursor to today's darknet and darknet markets, and it laid the foundation for the way modern cybercrime channels operate today. Johnson was sentenced to 90 months in Federal Prison. End of story? Not hardly. Brett found redemption through his sister, his wife Michele, and finally the FBI. He was given the chance to turn his life around. He took it. Today, Brett is considered one of the leading authorities on cybercrime, identity theft, and cybersecurity on the planet. He works hard to protect businesses and consumers from the type of person he used to be.

Brett shares his most recent visit to a church after enduring a traumatizing childhood where religion had been weaponized against him. He underscores the search for truth in a decaying society, resurrecting his own faith in humanity. ► Brett Johnson Show Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebrettjohnsonshow/ ► Brett Johnson Show Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/The-Brett-Johnson-Show-100086202897738/ ► Criminal Thoughts Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@criminalthoughtspodcast ► Brett's Twitter: https://www.x.com/gollumfun Follow more of Brett: https://www.thebrettjohnsonshow.com Watch Brett Johnson on Lex Friedman: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cC1LFC0KFSw Watch Brett Johnson on the Jordan B Peterson Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cz0GVLzzYlg ABOUT BRETT Brett Johnson. Former U.S. Most Wanted Cybercriminal. Now Good Guy. The United States Secret Service called Mr. Johnson "The Original Internet Godfather" for his role in refining modern financial cybercrime. Or to put it another way: Brett was convicted of 39 felonies, placed on the U.S. Most Wanted List, escaped from prison, and… he built the first organized cybercrime community, Shadowcrew was a precursor to today's darknet and darknet markets, and it laid the foundation for the way modern cybercrime channels operate today. Johnson was sentenced to 90 months in Federal Prison. End of story? Not hardly. Brett found redemption through his sister, his wife Michele, and finally the FBI. He was given the chance to turn his life around. He took it. Today, Brett is considered one of the leading authorities on cybercrime, identity theft, and cybersecurity on the planet. He works hard to protect businesses and consumers from the type of person he used to be.

How did cryptocurrency get it's start? Why is crypto so valuable today? Who REALLY controls the crypto markets? Brett explains it all and even dabbles in a crypto exchange. ► Brett Johnson Show Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebrettjohnsonshow/ ► Brett Johnson Show Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/The-Brett-Johnson-Show-100086202897738/ ► Criminal Thoughts Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@criminalthoughtspodcast ► Brett's Twitter: https://www.x.com/gollumfun Follow more of Brett: https://www.thebrettjohnsonshow.com Watch Brett Johnson on Lex Friedman: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cC1LFC0KFSw Watch Brett Johnson on the Jordan B Peterson Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cz0GVLzzYlg ABOUT BRETT Brett Johnson. Former U.S. Most Wanted Cybercriminal. Now Good Guy. The United States Secret Service called Mr. Johnson "The Original Internet Godfather" for his role in refining modern financial cybercrime. Or to put it another way: Brett was convicted of 39 felonies, placed on the U.S. Most Wanted List, escaped from prison, and… he built the first organized cybercrime community, Shadowcrew was a precursor to today's darknet and darknet markets, and it laid the foundation for the way modern cybercrime channels operate today. Johnson was sentenced to 90 months in Federal Prison. End of story? Not hardly. Brett found redemption through his sister, his wife Michele, and finally the FBI. He was given the chance to turn his life around. He took it. Today, Brett is considered one of the leading authorities on cybercrime, identity theft, and cybersecurity on the planet. He works hard to protect businesses and consumers from the type of person he used to be.

This episode is full of emotion, starting with my rants and ending with a story from my past. ABOUT BRETT Brett Johnson. Former U.S. Most Wanted Cybercriminal. Now Good Guy. The United States Secret Service called Mr. Johnson "The Original Internet Godfather" for his role in refining modern financial cybercrime. Or to put it another way: Brett was convicted of 39 felonies, placed on the U.S. Most Wanted List, escaped from prison, and … he built the first organized cybercrime community, Shadowcrew was a precursor to today's darknet and darknet markets, and it laid the foundation for the way modern cybercrime channels operate today. Johnson was sentenced to 90 months in Federal Prison. End of story? Not hardly. Brett found redemption through his sister, his wife Michele, and finally the FBI. He was given the chance to turn his life around. He took it. Today, Brett is considered one of the leading authorities on cybercrime, identity theft, and cybersecurity on the planet. He works hard to protect businesses and consumers from the type of person he used to be. Follow me for more at: www.thebrettjohnsonshow.com

On this episode I'm talking with Tom Harper about his faith and my problems with my own. Tom is an author and publisher of BiblicalLeadership.com , as well as the executive chairman of Networld Media Group. ABOUT BRETT Brett Johnson. Former U.S. Most Wanted Cybercriminal. Now Good Guy. The United States Secret Service called Mr. Johnson "The Original Internet Godfather" for his role in refining modern financial cybercrime. Or to put it another way: Brett was convicted of 39 felonies, placed on the U.S. Most Wanted List, escaped from prison, and … he built the first organized cybercrime community, Shadowcrew was a precursor to today's darknet and darknet markets, and it laid the foundation for the way modern cybercrime channels operate today. Johnson was sentenced to 90 months in Federal Prison. End of story? Not hardly. Brett found redemption through his sister, his wife Michele, and finally the FBI. He was given the chance to turn his life around. He took it. Today, Brett is considered one of the leading authorities on cybercrime, identity theft, and cybersecurity on the planet. He works hard to protect businesses and consumers from the type of person he used to be. Follow me for more at: www.thebrettjohnsonshow.com

I'm sharing the surprising experience I recently had with the psychedelic drug DMT. ABOUT BRETT Brett Johnson. Former U.S. Most Wanted Cybercriminal. Now Good Guy. The United States Secret Service called Mr. Johnson "The Original Internet Godfather" for his role in refining modern financial cybercrime. Or to put it another way: Brett was convicted of 39 felonies, placed on the U.S. Most Wanted List, escaped from prison, and … he built the first organized cybercrime community, Shadowcrew was a precursor to today's darknet and darknet markets, and it laid the foundation for the way modern cybercrime channels operate today. Johnson was sentenced to 90 months in Federal Prison. End of story? Not hardly. Brett found redemption through his sister, his wife Michele, and finally the FBI. He was given the chance to turn his life around. He took it. Today, Brett is considered one of the leading authorities on cybercrime, identity theft, and cybersecurity on the planet. He works hard to protect businesses and consumers from the type of person he used to be. Follow me for more at: www.thebrettjohnsonshow.com

I'm reading and responding to YOUR emails and DM's on today's episode of The Brett Johnson Show! ABOUT BRETT Brett Johnson. Former U.S. Most Wanted Cybercriminal. Now Good Guy. The United States Secret Service called Mr. Johnson "The Original Internet Godfather" for his role in refining modern financial cybercrime. Or to put it another way: Brett was convicted of 39 felonies, placed on the U.S. Most Wanted List, escaped from prison, and … he built the first organized cybercrime community, Shadowcrew was a precursor to today's darknet and darknet markets, and it laid the foundation for the way modern cybercrime channels operate today. Johnson was sentenced to 90 months in Federal Prison. End of story? Not hardly. Brett found redemption through his sister, his wife Michele, and finally the FBI. He was given the chance to turn his life around. He took it. Today, Brett is considered one of the leading authorities on cybercrime, identity theft, and cybersecurity on the planet. He works hard to protect businesses and consumers from the type of person he used to be. Follow me for more at: www.thebrettjohnsonshow.com

This episode is all about me! Learn all the ups and downs of having a penile implant from the "Godfather of Cybercrime". ABOUT BRETT Brett Johnson. Former U.S. Most Wanted Cybercriminal. Now Good Guy. The United States Secret Service called Mr. Johnson "The Original Internet Godfather" for his role in refining modern financial cybercrime. Or to put it another way: Brett was convicted of 39 felonies, placed on the U.S. Most Wanted List, escaped from prison, and … he built the first organized cybercrime community, Shadowcrew was a precursor to today's darknet and darknet markets, and it laid the foundation for the way modern cybercrime channels operate today. Johnson was sentenced to 90 months in Federal Prison. End of story? Not hardly. Brett found redemption through his sister, his wife Michele, and finally the FBI. He was given the chance to turn his life around. He took it. Today, Brett is considered one of the leading authorities on cybercrime, identity theft, and cybersecurity on the planet. He works hard to protect businesses and consumers from the type of person he used to be. Follow me for more at: www.thebrettjohnsonshow.com +

On today’s show we are going to be talking to Craig Stanland .He's a former felon and has turned his life around after finding his value in prison. ABOUT BRETT Brett Johnson. Former U.S. Most Wanted Cybercriminal. Now Good Guy. The United States Secret Service called Mr. Johnson "The Original Internet Godfather" for his role in refining modern financial cybercrime. Or to put it another way: Brett was convicted of 39 felonies, placed on the U.S. Most Wanted List, escaped from prison, and … he built the first organized cybercrime community, Shadowcrew was a precursor to today's darknet and darknet markets, and it laid the foundation for the way modern cybercrime channels operate today. Johnson was sentenced to 90 months in Federal Prison. End of story? Not hardly. Brett found redemption through his sister, his wife Michele, and finally the FBI. He was given the chance to turn his life around. He took it. Today, Brett is considered one of the leading authorities on cybercrime, identity theft, and cybersecurity on the planet. He works hard to protect businesses and consumers from the type of person he used to be. Follow me for more at: www.thebrettjohnsonshow.com

On today’s show we are going to be talking to Anthony V. Edwards. He’s a futurist, an author, and a digital marketing consultant. We discuss how his company Verity7 is providing individuals, organizations, and communities with the necessary tools and knowledge to combat disinformation effectively. ABOUT BRETT Brett Johnson. Former U.S. Most Wanted Cybercriminal. Now Good Guy. The United States Secret Service called Mr. Johnson "The Original Internet Godfather" for his role in refining modern financial cybercrime. Or to put it another way: Brett was convicted of 39 felonies, placed on the U.S. Most Wanted List, escaped from prison, and … he built the first organized cybercrime community, Shadowcrew was a precursor to today's darknet and darknet markets, and it laid the foundation for the way modern cybercrime channels operate today. Johnson was sentenced to 90 months in Federal Prison. End of story? Not hardly. Brett found redemption through his sister, his wife Michele, and finally the FBI. He was given the chance to turn his life around. He took it. Today, Brett is considered one of the leading authorities on cybercrime, identity theft, and cybersecurity on the planet. He works hard to protect businesses and consumers from the type of person he used to be. Follow me for more at: www.thebrettjohnsonshow.com

Reflections from my recent interview and experience on the Jordan Peterson Show Watch the Jordan Peterson Show Interview: The Man Behind the Dark Web | Brett Johnson | EP 306    • Dr. Peterson Interviews Former U.S. M...   ABOUT BRETT Brett Johnson. Former U.S. Most Wanted Cybercriminal. Now Good Guy. The United States Secret Service called Mr. Johnson "The Original Internet Godfather" for his role in refining modern financial cybercrime. Or to put it another way: Brett was convicted of 39 felonies, placed on the U.S. Most Wanted List, escaped from prison, and … he built the first organized cybercrime community, Shadowcrew was a precursor to today's darknet and darknet markets, and it laid the foundation for the way modern cybercrime channels operate today. Johnson was sentenced to 90 months in Federal Prison. End of story? Not hardly. Brett found redemption through his sister, his wife Michele, and finally the FBI. He was given the chance to turn his life around. He took it. Today, Brett is considered one of the leading authorities on cybercrime, identity theft, and cybersecurity on the planet. He works hard to protect businesses and consumers from the type of person he used to be. Follow me for more at: www.thebrettjohnsonshow.com

On today’s show we are going to be talking to Steve from a website called ScamKillers.org. A self-appointed “High Tech Priest” he spends his days killing all of the scam sites on the Internet. See his work @ScamJam01http://www.scamkillers.org ABOUT THE SHOW Brett Johnson. Former U.S. Most Wanted Cybercriminal. Now Good Guy. The United States Secret Service called Mr. Johnson "The Original Internet Godfather" for his role in refining modern financial cybercrime. Or to put it another way: Brett was convicted of 39 felonies, placed on the U.S. Most Wanted List, escaped from prison, and … he built the first organized cybercrime community, Shadowcrew. Brett is considered one of the leading authorities on cybercrime, identity theft, and cybersecurity on the planet. He works hard to protect businesses and consumers from the type of person he used to be. Follow me for more at: www.thebrettjohnsonshow.com

Greg has a diverse 25-year background in Information Security, with a range of engaging stories and insightful perspectives from his career: A former teenage hacker that achieved notoriety by breaking into a nuclear weapons facility, an undercover FBI & DoD operative, a cutting edge technical consultant, a business-minded CISO building Information security programs for startups and Fortune 500's alike, an author, and an international speaker. Greg visits The Brett Johnson Show to discuss proper Infosec and more. Contact Greg: https://gregvandergaast.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregvandergaast/ Email: [email protected]

Where is the Internet going? What will it look like as it evolves? Welcome to Web3. Devon James is the co-founder and Director of Technology for the Web3 Working Group, and Chief Technology Officer at Alexandria Labs. Devon is also the co-inventor of the Open Index Protocol, founder of the Blockchain Technology Group, and previously served as the CEO of Happy Owl Studios. Prior to his time in tech, Devon served in the USMC Infantry from 2001-2008. Devon visits The Brett Johnson Show to explain and discuss Web3. More about Devon and the Web3 Working Group: Web3 Working Group: https://www.web3wg.org/ The Web3 Working Group YT/Weekly Live Show: https://www.youtube.com/@web3wg/videos Devon's Twitter: @devonrjames Web3 Working Group Twitter: @web3wg

David Z. Morris is a veteran financial and technology journalist. A former staffer at Fortune Magazine and former lead columnist at CoinDesk, David has spent years covering topics ranging from biotechnology, transportation networks, and electric vehicles to global financial frauds, blockchain and crypto payments, and the growing cancer of the Silicon Valley ideology. David visits the Brett Johnson the collapse of FTX and the ongoing Trial of Sam Bankman-Fried, who "misplaced" $8billion of customer funds. "Misplaced." Kind of a fancy word for paying Tom Brady, Steph Curry, building FTX Arena, buying tens of millions in real estate, committing fraud, etc., etc. etc.Brett and David discuss SBF, the case, the parents, and Sam's philosophy of "Effective Altruism." You can read more about David Morris at davidzmorris.substack.com or follow him on Twitter at @davidzmorris

Michael Simister is a successful businessman. And here is The Rule: If you have a Product or Service which makes Money? A Cybercriminal can and will make money from the same Product or Service.Welcome to the Crime of Drop Shipping Triangulation Fraud. Cross Platform Style. Someone relists your item under their seller account on a different platform. At a higher price. They sell it. Then they order it from you to deliver to their buyer. Once delivered? Well, they inform your platform that it was never received. So the crook gets the money from the sale, and the crook gets their money back from purchasing it from you.You? You are out the product, the shipping costs, the money wrongly refunded, and the 15% that the platform (Amazon) charges to host your item.And that's just one way this fraud occurs. Michael Simister discusses how his company has been victimized by this fraud. He also discusses his efforts in tracing down the criminals in question .Is that all? No! MIchael discusses the INFORM Act which was instituted to help combat these issues. Michael explains how companies like Walmart handle the INFORM Act. Ineffective? To say the least.How does one stop this type of Fraud? Well, Companies working together might help. But they don't. And they wont. And they are making money from these fraudulent schemes. In Michael's case 15% per sale.Michael Simister sits down to discuss this crime and how it's done with Former US Most Wanted Cybercriminal, Brett Johnson

Professor of Practice, Law Enforcement Officer, Criminal Justice Consultant. Robert Swenszkowski has an understanding and insight into Justice and Crime that few people on the planet have. Robert sits down with Former US Most Wanted Brett Johnson to discuss.

Former US Most Wanted Brett Johnson speaks on the Death of his Father, Ray Johnson. From a Good Son, to a Veteran, to a Husband, Father, and ending as A Good Man, Brett discusses the life and Death of his Dad.

A Prison Politics Episode. Meet Michael Piper. Tattoo Artist. An exceptional Tattoo Artist. Michael served 12 years in prison. Its where he honed his craft. Brett Johnson sat down with the American Ink$lingler to talk about serving time, being a tattoo artist, turning his life around, raising children, and being a man and role model in today's world. Michael Piper has also authored a book, American Ink$linger, available on Amazon, Barnes and Noble and elsewhere. The book showcases Michaels development as an artist from his early days in prison to his current work in the Free World. It is fantastic.

Major/ Commander George Perera has been a Police Officer almost as long as Brett Johnson has been a Criminal. George sits down with Brett to discuss Cybercrime, Fraud, Telegram, A.I., Street Gangs entering Cybercrime, and much more on this episode.

Matt Cox from Inside True Crime, Hollywood Wade from Crime and Entertainment, and Brett Johnson from The Brett Johnson Show roundtable to discuss their respective shows and talk life. Matt Cox Inside True Crime youtube.com/channel/UCCisCBXZUefG7DRKwHs34jA Hollywood Wade Crime & Entertainment https://www.youtube.com/@crimeentertainment9303/about

David Seymour visits The Brett Johnson Show in this Prison Politics Episode. David discusses his time in Florida Prison, his crime, problems with addiction, and how he is turning his life around. Also discussed? The effects of Meth, what Ghost Dope is, working in the Texas Oil Fields, and becoming a Sports Broadcaster. Did we mention that David recently started his own Sports YouTube Channel? Subscribe! https://youtu.be/CHWJ0aqC4vQ?si=dOrScYGpkG6H03Wl

Telegram is the Wild West of Cybercrime. Anything and everything is listed for sale to any criminals interested? Stolen Cars? Skimmers? US Most Wanted Cybercriminal Brett Johnson discusses whether some of these things are actually real.

Paul Eckloff was a United States Secret Service Agent for 23 years. 10 of those years were spent protecting the most important people on the planet. Before that? Paul was a High School Teacher. Today? Paul works with Lexis/Nexis Risk Solutions--one of the top Information and Security Companies on the Planet. Paul visits The Brett Johnson Show to discuss crime, the History of The USSS, and much more. #cybercrime #cybersecurity #secretservice #lexisnexis #crime #lifeadvice

Criminals don't change their criminal behavior unless something forces them to change that behavior. Brett Johnson talks with Justin Rains in a conversation which reveals that sometimes that "Something" can be very tragic.

Jordan Woolum visits The Brett Johnson Show to discuss Brett's Hometown,. Hazard, KY. Find out what life is like in Appalachia.00:21 Brett Gives Background on Hazard22:07 Jordan Wollum1:07:52 Brett Closes the Show

Want to know why you cant get Taylor Swift tickets unless you buy them from resellers? Or why you can't get the really good Nike Shoes from Nike's Website? Andrew tells you. Want to know how Ai will change your life? Or how Ai will benefit criminal activity? Andrew Tells you. Want to understand security? Want a fresh, open, honest perspective on things? How can you go from Zero to over $1million in 9 months? Listen to Andrew. Andrew has been writing software since he was 10 years old. His resume? Solid. Viglink, Strava, comma.ai, himself. He's on the cutting edge.

Monroe Meyers is turning his life around. After serving prison time in Louisiana State Prisons, Monroe is out. Former US Most Wanted, Brett Johnson, sits down and talks to Monroe about the prison experience, the difficulties of change, and how life is overall. Sound like a heavy conversation? Its actually a lot of fun.

In addition to the weekly show, we are also uploading the first 28 episodes of The AnglerPhish Podcast--The Brett Johnson Story. Brett sits down with family, friends, and professional associates to discuss his criminal career and turning his life around. #15: Looking for Love in all the Wrong Places. The ShadowCrew is busted. You've heard the tale. But what was going on in my personal life while I was The Original Internet Godfather? Nothing good. Like a bad country song my wife leaves, I get all depressed, start drinking, frequenting strip clubs, and breaking the law. Too bad "Looking For Love in All the Wrong Places" is already a country song.

Just Do The Right Damn Thing. That's how Brett Johnson closes every show. But doing the right thing can have consequences. Meet Former US Marshal Robert Ledogar. A man who made his life about doing the Right Thing every day. When a fellow US Marshal is sexually harassed by other Us Marshals, Ledogar steps in to protect her and does his duty. For that he paid a price. Former US Marshal visits The Brett Johnson Show to tell his story. Bio: With more than 30 years of military and federal law enforcement experience, Robert Ledogar served in the U.S. Navy and Desert Storm, a Master-at-Arms Petty Officer - Military Police Investigator and Instructor. He established himself as a values-based leader, centered on integrity, compassion, community, and respect. As a former Supervisory Deputy U.S. Marshal, reporting to the presidential-appointed U.S. Marshal and Chief Deputy U.S. Marshal, Ledogar managed missions for the Eastern District of New York, the eighth largest district in the nation. He was directly involved in enforcement, criminal investigations, judiciary and dignitary protection, fugitive apprehension, and prisoner security and handling. Supervising the most diversified unit of men and women and being part of the nation's largest fugitive task force. He currently resides in Florida with his wife Roseanne. Talking Points: --Military service career - served honorably on active duty for 7 years, stationed in a combat action zone for Operation Desert Storm, receiving the Navy Achievement medal with Gold Star, Good Conduct Medal, Southwest Asia Kuwait Liberation Medal and numerous awards. --Federal law enforcement career - serving 24 years and 10 months in E/NY as a Deputy and then a Supervisor, arresting a USMS Top 15 Andre Neverson, wanted for the murder of his sister & girlfriend, part of the investigations, extradition and trial of El Chapo, receiving the Investigator of the Year award for the arrest of ponzi scammer Thomas Qualls, along with numerous awards and achievements. Being one of the top Supervisor's in E/NY, guiding his subordinates into successful careers. --Standing up for subordinate - confronted with the reality of sexual harassment, bulling and assault to a gay female subordinate, confronting the federal and local officers and reporting the matters to management; telling the truth to become a target of retaliation and betrayal from agency leadership, the collusion of lies and false reports of criminal activity, to the threats against family and personal property. --Fallout for upholding your oath as a SDUSM - labeled as a target and subject of criminal internal investigations for 5 years, denied promotions, special assignments, enduring fear and stress, financial debt, poor physical appearance, unhealthy living, lack of sleep and the stress upon Wife and family members. --Life after/Book - learning to trust people again, asking for help, not giving up and helping others. Using the government against the government to retire with my 32 years of service and appealing the decision of my termination, for my USMS retirement, back-pay and legal expenses. Working for a organization as a Security Consultant. Finding peace in telling my story, putting everything into a book. If you wish to contact Mr. Ledogar https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-ledogar-276277146/

Former US Most Wanted Cybercriminal Brett Johnson gives insight and advice to an individual scared of going back to crime. The thing is? Brett Johnson doesn't pull any punches.

Former US Most Wanted Cybercriminal Brett Johnson talks to Former Felons Kelly Ann and Michael Wunsch about their Life, Prison Experience. and lessons Learned.

In addition to the weekly show, we are also uploading the first 28 episodes of The AnglerPhish Podcast--The Brett Johnson Story. Brett sits down with family, friends, and professional associates to discuss his criminal career and turning his life around. #14: Thomas O"Malley--Recapping my Cybercrime years with a Former Federal Prosecutor Former Federal Prosecutor Thomas O"Malley was kind of enough to Appear on this Episode of AnglerPhish. I speak to Thomas about his impressive career and what he is doing now with Frozen PII, before we recap my life of crime before the Secret Service arrests me.

Brad Gorka, Information Security Leader. That's a nice way of saying that Brad knows Security. He's worked with some of the largest companies on the planet across a variety of industries and knows cybersecurity as few do. Brad Gorka sits down with Brett Johnson to talk Security.

In addition to the weekly show, we are also uploading the first 28 episodes of The AnglerPhish Podcast--The Brett Johnson Story. Brett sits down with family, friends, and professional associates to discuss his criminal career and turning his life around. Part 13--A Rouge's Gallery. From the Original Internet Godfather, to the largest credit card thief in history, to the Quadriga scandal and a missing $235 million in cryptocurrency Shadowcrew and Company featured a Who's Who of the top cybercriminals on the planet. Episode 13: A Rogue's Gallery looks at some of their stories.

In addition to the weekly show, we are also uploading the first 28 episodes of The AnglerPhish Podcast--The Brett Johnson Story. Brett sits down with family, friends, and professional associates to discuss his criminal career and turning his life around. Part 12: Know When to Hold 'em, Know When to Fold 'em I narrowly evade arrest as law enforcement swarms a drop address and the noose continues to tighten as my Second-in-Charge, Kim Taylor, gets arrested, David Thomas becomes a snitch, Script turns stupid, and I realize it's my neck the rope is around. Exit, Stage Left.

Brett Johnson discusses one of the key ways he has been able to turn his life around: CBT. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Your Thoughts determine your Emotions. Your Emotions determine your Actions. If you change the way you think about things, your actions will change. This applies to criminal acivity, relationships, addictions, and more.

In addition to the weekly show, we are also uploading the first 28 episodes of The AnglerPhish Podcast--The Brett Johnson Story. Brett sits down with family, friends, and professional associates to discuss his criminal career and turning his life around. Part 11: Black Cats, Bullsh*t Booksellers, and Busted Members $40,000 a day from ATMs, Hacking Paris Hilton, intercepting Secret Service text messages, Albert Gonzalez gets busted wearing a wig, and my second in charge--MacGyver? Turns out he wasn't a fraudster, but he did stay at a Holiday Inn Express one night.

The great Marc Quibell visits The Brett Johnson Show for a chat. Marc Quibell is a cybersecurity blue team expert with over 30 years of professional IT experience. In addition to being an Infosec Skills author, he’s a consultant and security architect with a Bachelors of Science in Technology Information Management from Upper Iowa University and an Associate of Applied Science in Computer Systems Networking from Texas State Technical College in Waco. Marc has been CISSP certified since 2009 and was previously CCNA, MCSE and CRISC certified. Marc is a fantastic individual.

Running Tests on the new show I'm working on--Prison Politics. Before it goes live on its own? We are going to work out the kinks on The Brett Johnson Show. So consider this a Test. or a Pilot Episode. Or, better yet, a Test Pilot. On this test, we sit down and talk to former felon, Tom Hughes. Tom Hughes. At one time or another Tom has been an accountant, a banker, a manager for touring musicians, and a small business CFO. He's consulted with small companies that couldn't keep up with their growth, and He's consulted with small businesses who had to reorganize to stay alive. And he's done some miserable things, including going to prison for fraud. Twice.

In addition to the weekly show, we are also uploading the first 28 episodes of The AnglerPhish Podcast--The Brett Johnson Story. Brett sits down with family, friends, and professional associates to discuss his criminal career and turning his life around. Part 10: The Day the Laughter Died. Looking back at large sections of my life I either have to laugh or cry. I choose laughter. I recently received a letter from a friend who was able to see easily see through that laughter. In this episode I stop laughing long enough to look at my life, some of the damage done, and what I hope to achieve. We end talking a bit more about the ShadowCrew story and CarderPlanet. Kenn Joins.

In addition to the weekly show, we are also uploading the first 28 episodes of The AnglerPhish Podcast--The Brett Johnson Story. Brett sits down with family, friends, and professional associates to discuss his criminal career and turning his life around. Part 9: The Russians are Coming! Not really the Russians, but the Ukrainians. Meet Script, Dmitry Golubov, the Father of Modern Credit Card Theft and CarderPlanet. Also learn how criminals learn to trust each other and what makes organized cybercrime so successful for criminals and so difficult for law enforcement to stop. All this and more tales of Brett Johnson's criminals exploits.

#8: Growing Pains-- From Ebay Fraud to Credit Theft to Tax Return Identity Theft This episode opens with a walk-through of how Brett Johnson stole $160,000 a week at the height of his criminal career. Getting to that point took some time, though. From eBay and Paypal fraud to partnering with the Ukrainians and becoming a global crime network. The Shadowcrew Story Continues....

A Concerned Citizen Visits. This "Concerned Citizen"? Well--he also happens to work in Threat Intel. Brett and he sit down for a talk you do not want to miss. Note--there are no Time Stamps this Episode. This is simple a conversation between two Cyber Peeps.

In addition to the weekly show, we are also uploading the first 28 episodes of The AnglerPhish Podcast--The Brett Johnson Story. Brett sits down with family, friends, and professional associates to discuss his criminal career and turning his life around. Part 7. First Principles Even the Original Internet Godfather had to start his cybercrime career somewhere. In the episode, Brett "GOllumfun" Johnson details his entry into online crime along with a very important first lesson. joining the Conversation? Brett next door neighbor, Kenn.

Former US Most Wanted Cybercrook turned Good Guy, Brett Johnson, discusses why layering security tools is the the proper way to secure your business and your personal life. Also Viewer Mail 00:34 Criminals learning Published Fraudster Tactics 06:20 Jonathan and Depression 11:23 Tor and DDOS 23:29 That hacked Roadsign 27:30 Main Show Layered Approach 52:25 Consumers Layered Approach

In addition to the weekly show, we are also uploading the first 28 episodes of The AnglerPhish Podcast--The Brett Johnson Story. Brett sits down with family, friends, and professional associates to discuss his criminal career and turning his life around. Part 5 "My Crimes" Time Start 01:11 Shoplifting, scams, assault, and more. The Original Internet Godfather catalogs his first crimes and talks about the his victims. Part 6 "Getting Away" Time Start 46:39 Brett and his sister, Denise, talk about getting out of a horrible situation.

In addition to the weekly show, we are also uploading the first 28 episodes of The AnglerPhish Podcast--The Brett Johnson Story. Brett sits down with family, friends, and professional associates to discuss his criminal career and turning his life around. Parts 3 and 4 re-broadcast here: Part 3: Lions and Tigers and Mom! Part 2 Brett and his sister, Denise, discuss the how there mother chose to abuse them instead of love them. Part 4: My Father, The Enabler (Start Time 33:13) Brett and Denise discuss their father, Ray Johnson. A man who would do anything for love, including breaking the law.

What happens when both Ukrainian and Russian Governments give Cybercriminals a reason to attack? What happens when Insiders and Companies start looking for Cybercriminals? And how easy is it for law enforcement to catch the idiots out there? Former US Most Wanted Brett Johnson discusses. Plus, Brett gives advice and a bit of a wake up call to Ryan in viewer mail. Time Stamps: 00:23 Show Breakdown 02:08 Viewer Mail RYAN 25:04 Main Show 26:00 Ideology 51:09 Insiders 1:09:43 F'n Idiots

In addition to the weekly show, we are also uploading the first 28 episodes of The AnglerPhish Podcast--The Brett Johnson Story. Brett sits down with family, friends, and professional associates to discuss his criminal career and turning his life around. Parts 1 and 2 re-broadcast here: Part 1: The Run Meet Brett Johnson, on the run from federal authorities after screwing over the United States Secret Service for a year. He's got 16 and 1/2 pounds of cash, a road atlas, and not much of a plan. Part 2: Lions and Tigers and Mommy, Oh My!Brett travels back to those not-so-sweet childhood years with his sister Denise to talk about the abuse they suffered at the hands of Mom.

What happens when those who are in the business of earning your Trust and Protecting you decide to break the law? Former US Most Wanted Cybercriminal Turned Good Guy, Brett Johnson, discusses how companies helped to facilitate Pandemic Fraud: Lining their Corporate Pockets with Billions of Dollars in processing fees while making it easy for Fraudsters to steal money needed by countless Americans. MoneyLion, Womply, BlueVine, Blue Acorn, and more. Brett discusses and shares information never discussed before: From Breaking down How Fraudsters share and exchange information, showing criminal tutorials on how to commit Food Stamp, FEMA, Unemployment Fraud, and More. Brett details his conversation with a Pandemic Fraudster, and then? shares with viewers the guilty companies and the evidence of how it happened. You dont want to miss this. Also, Viewer mail, a new Prison Story, Coming to Faith, Calling out Fake Criminals, and a word about Joe Sullivan--CISO turned Criminal. Clocking in at nearly 3 hours, episode 61 is the longest Brett Johnson Show to date. But its worth it. Time Stamps: 00:58 What is Today's Episode About? A Breakdown 02:20 Viewer mail--Dawn 12:31 JSU Thinks Criminals dont work hard 19:09 Nick Asks about addiction 20:42 Brett's Experience with Edibles 32:45 CJ--Addiction and Faith 43:32 Uallrite--Intimidated, A Prison Story 58:21 A follow up on Fake Criminals 1:13:11 Joe Sullivan, CISO turned Crimnal 1:24:35 When the Good Guys SUCK! 1:25:53 Section 1: Setting the Stage for Pandemic Fraud 1:46:36 A showcase of Criminal Tutorials 1:56:25 A Telegram Tour 2:01:24 Section 2: The Criminal Insight into Pandemic Fraud 2:13:35 Section 3: The Companies, the Proof, problems and Fallout 2:23:47 Noticing the Fraud 2:27:37 How to Build Proper Security 2:40:30 Conversations and Slacks 2:49:17 Takeaways Links: Joe Sullivan Wiki https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joe_Sullivan_(Internet_security_expert) NPR Fintech Fraud https://www.npr.org/2022/12/06/1140823783/a-congressional-report-says-financial-technology-companies-fueled-rampant-ppp-fr How Fintechs Facilitated Fraud https://www.azcentral.com/story/news/politics/arizona/2022/12/01/house-panel-arizona-company-blueacorn-ppp-facilitated-massive-fraud/69689317007/ SBA bans Womply, Blue Acorn https://www.bankingdive.com/news/sba-ppp-bars-fintech-womply-blueacorn-investigates-cross-river-celtic-customers-bank/638440/ Pandemic Fraud makes CEO's Rich https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/investigations/2022/12/01/ppp-fraud-enriched-online-lending-ceos-families-new-report-says/10806533002/ Fintechs make bank on Stimulus Fraud https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2022/12/01/fintech-covid-relief-fraud/

A lot of people say that in order to catch a thief, you need to think like one. But is that True? Former US Most Wanted Brett Johnson thinks different. The only people who think like criminals? Other Criminals. Brett discusses and shares what is most important in catching a thief.Brett also shares stores of his prison experience and what happens when super-heated Vaseline is thrown in someone's face. 01:46 Bretty is No Longer in Corporate America 04:45 The Vaseline Prison Story 16:06 How Public Defenders Operate 23:30 How to Stay Safe in Prison? 32:07 To Catch a Thief, Think Like One? Um NO 34:02 Brian Davis, Adam Weaver, Mark Nwani 37:15 Social Engineering 40:07 Dont think, Understand 42:12 Criminal Business For Sale--Why? 49:44 The Criminal Lifestyle 52:43 ACFE Understands (EXAMINERS) 54:42 Collaboration Commentary 56:25 Wally the Criminal 1:01:48 The Point?

Can a Zebra Change it's Stripes? Former US most Wanted Cybercriminal, Brett Johnson, discusses the question of whether a criminal ever really changes. Also--Viewer Mail: 00:49 Tucker Carlson and Don Lemon 07:10 Chargebacks91119:06 Ransomware 29:22 Criminal Business for Sale 37:22 Trusting Criminal Partners 48:09 Mike Allison 1:00:00 Once a Crook, Always a Crook? Why this Episode? 1:02:30 What took Bretty so Long? 1:14:03 The Prison Experience 1:28:32 Turning Around And What Can Help?

Cybercrooks aren't the only ones who break the law. Sometimes the Good Guys do. On Part one of a Two Part Series, Former US Most Wanted Cybercriminal Brett Johnson discusses the recent FTC and Florida filings against Chargebacks911 and how the company allegedly screwed over thousands of consumers while helping fraudsters. 01:07 Viewer Mail 01:29 TheOnlyAce--Am I teaching People to Commit Crime? 05:53 Mark--Do Criminals Work More? 09:19 Styx Market Update13:01 Advice for a Missouri Parent 21:08 When the Good Guys Suck! 21:15 Cybersecurity Problems 24:30 Forbes 30 Under 30 30:22 Calling out Companies who do Wrong 36:42 Chargeback911 42:01 The Penis Pill, Enzyte 48:37 Merchants and Chargebacks911 51:51 The FTC Complaint Discussion 58:58 Breaking down the Allegations. What happened? 1:05:27 End Commentary Links Forbes 30 Under 30 Crime https://amp.theguardian.com/business/2023/apr/06/forbes-30-under-30-tech-finance-prison FTC Release https://www.ftc.gov/news-events/news/press-releases/2023/04/ftc-florida-attorney-general-sue-chargebacks911-thwarting-consumers-who-were-trying-reverse-disputed Chargeback911 Response https://www.digitaltransactions.net/chargebacks911-responds-to-allegations-it-undermined-chargeback-disputes/ Better business Bureau breakdown https://www.bbb.org/us/fl/clearwater/profile/business-consultant/chargebacks911-0653-90279752f9 COmplaint https://www.ftc.gov/legal-library/browse/cases-proceedings/1723164-f9-advertising-llc AH Media Complaint https://www.ftc.gov/legal-library/browse/cases-proceedings/182-3047-ah-media-group-llc Apex Capital Complaint https://www.ftc.gov/legal-library/browse/cases-proceedings/172-3189-apex-capital-group-llcEnzyte Wikihttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/EnzyteEnzyte Storyhttps://www.gq.com/story/smilin-bob-enzyte-steve-warshak-male-enhancement

How does one commit Food Stamp (SNAP) Fraud? Former US Most Wanted Cybercriminal turned Good Guy, Brett Johnson, show you exactly how--walking through one of the tutorials being sold on Telegram. 42 Million Americans rely on SNAP Benefits to make ends meet. What is the Government doing to stop the billions of dollars in SNAP Fraud? Well.... Also, Viewer Mail. 00:30 The Shows Real Title 01:48 Robert--What the Show is About 06:48 My Father and a Realization 17:00 Adam--Anglerphish Episodes? 20:19 Prison Politics 21:52 5laned1diver Disgruntled Feedback 25:06 Food Stamp Fraud 33:32 The Tutorial 51:11 Join a Criminal Channel? 54:45 Commentary on How SNAP Fraud Works, what, and What is being done about it. 1:09:50 Apathy--Real Talk Related links Pandemic Fraud https://www.csmonitor.com/USA/Politics/2023/0403/Tackling-the-biggest-fraud-in-US-history-pandemic-relief History of Food Stamp Fraud https://time.com/4711668/history-food-stamp-fraud/ American Go Hungry While Fraud Rises https://thehill.com/opinion/cybersecurity/3850196-why-americans-are-going-hungry-while-government-fraudsters-get-rich/ SNAP Fraud $20 Billion https://www.nbc4i.com/news/local-news/columbus/report-snap-fraud-could-cost-20-billion-by-2024/ SNAP Benefits increase increases Fraud https://legal.thomsonreuters.com/blog/snap-benefit-updates-increase-the-risk-of-fraud/ The Facts of Food Stamp Fraud https://www.forbes.com/sites/simonconstable/2018/04/04/the-facts-about-food-stamp-fraud/?sh=2e019c79f880 Food Stamp Fraud Arrest https://www.ice.gov/news/releases/2-women-sentenced-committing-12m-food-stamp-fraud-following-ice-hsi-federal-partner Alabama EBT Scam https://www.wbrc.com/2023/03/18/alabama-dept-human-resources-warning-snap-ebt-card-scam/ Grocer Food Stamp Fraud https://www.justice.gov/usao-ndal/pr/bessemer-grocer-pleads-guilty-5-million-food-stamp-fraud-tax-evasion-money-laundering SNAP Theft in Texas https://www.kvue.com/article/news/crime/snap-fraud-theft-texas/269-14c76de7-0cb8-4da8-93bd-8b3c875a60c0 States Replace Stolen benefits https://www.pewtrusts.org/en/research-and-analysis/blogs/stateline/2023/02/13/states-scramble-to-replace-ripped-off-snap-benefits

The newest Darkweb Market? Styx. News Organizations and Security Companies have been reporting that Styx is the Premier Criminal Community and set to take the lead among cybercriminal groups. There's only one problem. None of those News Organizations or Security Companies are "Original Internet Godfather, Brett Johnson." Turns out those reports? They are wrong. Tune in as Former US Most Wanted Cybercriminal Brett Johnson not only tours Styx, but also teaches you why Styx is most likely a scam built to defraud other criminals. Links: www.styxmarket.com https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/new-dark-web-market-styx-focuses-on-financial-fraud-services/https://www.resecurity.com/blog/article/styx-marketplace-emerged-in-dark-web-focused-on-financial-fraud https://www.resecurity.com/blog/article/styx-marketplace-emerged-in-dark-web-focused-on-financial-fraud

Ever use a VPN? How about a Privacy Browser, TOR, Ad Blocker? Ever downloaded something off the torrents? Ever re-posted something you thought was true, but it wasn't? Do you use any crypto currencies? If so, the new Restrict Act could put you in prison for 20 years.Former US Most Wanted Cybercriminal, turned Good Good and Security Expert Brett Johnson Discusses the Broad and Over-reaching Restrict Act and how it will be used to target you while taking away your liberties.Also--Brett shares news of upcoming projects, And, as always, Q and A. 00:46 Show Changes and Upcoming Projects 08:47 Viewer Questions 09:15 Frank Abagnale 16:25 Should Speakers or Felons be Paid? 24:03 TikTok Tracking Military? 31:17 Trump Arraignment Day 33:32 China Battles the US Dollar 35:08 Patriot Act 2.0 Frank Abagnale Ambush Interview https://youtu.be/8VXGd8_yOJY Hot Hardware on The Restrict Act https://hothardware.com/news/us-restrict-act-end-the-internet-and-freedom-as-we-know-it Vice on The Restrict Act https://www.vice.com/en/article/4a3ddb/restrict-act-insanely-broad-ban-tiktok-vpns The Restrict Act https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/686/text?s=1&r=15

Is TikTok Spying on US Citizens? Is TikTok harming the Children of America? Or is TikTok taking steps to protect the data, information, and content being delivered to Americans? Should TikTok be banned? Brett Johnson discusses. Brett also discusses how other Social Media Platforms use and abuse the data dn privacy of Americans. Also--Q and A returns to the Brett Johnson Show! https://www.politico.eu/article/tiktok-china-west-europe-ban-app-espionage-surveillance/ https://www.texasmonthly.com/news-politics/tiktok-us-ban-china-project-texas-oracle/ https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/1/26/a-us-state-asked-fbi-for-evidence-to-ban-tiktok-it-declined 00:23 intro on TikTok Episode 03:19 Question/ Answer Begins 03:50 AI and Cybercrime 13:10 Store Manager Trains for Scams 19:09 Mr Anderson on CashApp 27:52 Check Fraud 32:15 Don't Ban TikTok! 51:26 Project Texas-Protecting Your Data

Frank Abagnale. The "Catch Me If you Can" Man. Leonardo DeCaprio Starred as Frank in the Steven Spielberg Film. Hell of a story. Only Problem? None of it really happened. Former US Most Wanted Cybercriminal and new "Catch Me If You Can" Man, Brett Johnson discusses the lies of Frank Abagnale, Jr. Brett also discusses the positive influences Abagnale has had on his life and the lives of others. Then? Brett discusses the issues of former criminals in the cybersecurity/ Fraud Industry.

What Happened to Silicon Valley Bank? Why did it fail? Brett explain the collapse while also discussing the role Fractional Reserve Banking played--Whatever that is! Then its time for DDSS, Don't Do Stupid Sh!t. Today" Password Journals and also a personal lesson. Finally? The Cybercrime State of the Union. Business? Very good time to be a criminal.

Truth. It can be a real Motherf*cker. Everyone wants the Truth--until they don't. Original Internet Godfather Brett Johnson discusses with a special emphasis on cybercrime and cybersecurity. But that's not all. This episode features the first Cybersecurity DDSS segment--Don't Do Stupid Shit. Why do breaches happen? Why are attacks successful? Often its because someone has done some stupid shit. Finally? The Texas Dept of Public Safety sent 3000 Driver Licenses to a Chinese Criminal Syndicate. Brett Discusses and shares how the techniques used is successful in many different states and also the State Department.

Mail Theft is sweeping the country. Thieves in cities large and small steal the mail out of home mailboxes, apartment buildings, and those large blue drop-off mailboxes scattered throughout the cities. Mailbox keys can be purchased from the darkweb. Or stolen from mail carriers at gunpoint. The problem has gotten so bad that several cities have issued warnings that dropping off mail in remote mailboxes is no longer safe. Meet Frank Albergo, National President of the Postal Police Officers Association. Mr. Albergo visits The Brett Johnson Show to discuss the problem and the hardships the Postal Police are having in doing their job. 

Joe Sullivan. Former Federal Prosecutor. Turned CISO (Chief Information Security Officer). Turned Criminal.  Joe was CISO at UBER when they got hit by cybercrooks. What did Joe do? He hid it. He paid the criminals $100k under a phony bug bounty, had them sign an NDA, and had them promise they didn't steal any data (Data that later wound up on darkweb markets). But it gets worse. Joe Sullivan knew who the attackers were and remained silent as they went and victimized other companies. Joe Sullivan, now Prison Bound. Rudy Rouhana visits The Brett Johnson Show to talk about the Joe Sullivan case and to discuss what prison looks like for the former prosecutor/CISO.

Former US Most Wanted Cybercriminal Brett Johnson dives into the oldest profession on the planet--Prostitution. Brett discusses how prostitution has evolved with the internet and how it is being marketed via "Sugar Daddy" sites.

Former US Most Wanted Brett Johnson returns from an Ilya Lichtenstein Hiatus! And this show? A barn burner. Were United States Secret Service Agents ok with torturing credit card thieves to get passwords? Brett answers that question. Plus much more: --Matt Cox--the most prolific mortgage fraudster in US History --More Ilya Lichtenstein/ Bitfinex News --More commentary on Zelle Fraud --Illegal immigrants and Stolen Identities and My Momma

Ilya Lichtenstein and Heather "Razzlekhan" Morgan. Charged for trying to launder $4.5 billion in Bitcoins stolen from Bitfinex in 2016. Both facing 25 years in prison. But no one has been charged with the theft. Who did it? Maybe Ilya's father might have an idea. After all, he was a confirmed cybercriminal who breached not only USSS computers, but also servers at the First National Bank and Trust of Indiana in the mid-2000s. Only no one knew until episode 45 of The Brett Johnson Show. Well, almost no one.... Former US Most Wanted Cybercriminal turned Good Guy and Chief Criminal Officer of Arkose Labs, Brett Johnson, continues looking at the Ilya Lichtenstein story. Was Ilya capable of the theft? Or was he an idiot? Who gave Ilya Lichtenstein 119,000 stolen bitcoins? Why did Ilya stop laundering?

Ilya Lichtenstein and Heather "Razzlekhan" Morgan. Charged for trying to launder $4.5 billion in Bitcoins stolen from Bitfinex in 2016. Both facing 25 years in prison. But no one has been charged with the theft. Who did it? Maybe Ilya's father might have an idea. After all, he was a confirmed cybercriminal who breached not only USSS computers, but also servers at the First National Bank and Trust of Indiana in the mid-2000s. Only no one knew until episode 45 of The Brett Johnson Show. Well, almost no one.... Former US Most Wanted Cybercriminal turned Good Guy and Chief Criminal Officer of Arkose Labs, Brett Johnson, continues looking at the Ilya Lichtenstein story. Was Ilya capable of the theft? Or was he an idiot? Who gave Ilya Lichtenstein 119,000 stolen bitcoins? Why did Ilya stop laundering? And did Ilya's father, Eugene, have a very special job?

An old "Associate" reaches out. Associate? Well, a fellow Brett set up and sent to prison. The Agents who sent the guy to prison? Not exactly by the book. Brett discusses and touches on deleted text messages, and more. And what about all those fake profiles on Linkedin? Not worried about Privacy? Facebook ratted out a 17 year old getting an abortion. Government agencies are buying cell phone tracking data and more to spy on US Citizens. Don't care? You will when it comes knocking on your door.

Does Crime Pay? If It didn't there wouldn't be millions of criminals breaking the law. But crime doesn't always pay in cash. Viewer comments: Relationship advice, addiction, healthcare, Jordan Peterson and more. And what about that kid I snitched on?

TikTok. It's a lot of fun. Probably the best Social Media has to offer. But is it safe? Justin Pierce visits The Brett Johnson Show to discuss why you should delete TikTok immediately and never use it again. But Brett REALLY likes TikTok.... Is TikTok a tool of the Chinese Government being used to gain information on American Citizens, Troops, and more? Hmm....

Is it possible to steal an election? Former US Most Wanted Cybercriminal Brett Johnson says Yes. Big Secret? He isn't the only one saying it. Brett discusses the ways in which an election can be defrauded and even shows you how easy it is to register dead people to vote. Also discussed: The Trump Raid, Stalkers, Andrew Tate, and more.

All wheels are turning to release Britney Griner from a Russian prison. But what about the thousands of prisoners in the USA being held on marijuana charges? Or what about Paul Whelan, held in Russia since 2018? Was he a spy? Alex Jones and Amnesty International prove that facts don't matter. The only thing that matters is what someone can be convinced of. And you want to learn something about the criminal mindset? Brett Johnson uses a recent encounter with a really stupid password at a hotel to discuss how criminals profile victims. All this plus Andrew Tate, more Relationship advice, and the power of regret.

Some Dude made $3 million dollars selling college textbooks rented on Amazon? A couple of Russian Spies steal the identities of dead babies in order to live as US citizens and spy on the United States? Does the Government know who Satoshi Nakamoto is? Are Virtual Credit Cards safe? Former US Most Wanted Internet Godfather, Brett Johnson, discusses this and more.

A follow up show to Brett Johnson's appearance on The Megyn Kelly Show and discuss further some of the topics discussed on the show like Cryptocurrency and election fraud. Brett also gives relationship advice to a viewer asking about her cocaine addicted Fiance. The show ends answering a questionnaire sent over by security company, Goodlabs.

What happens when the companies and organizations we Trust turn bad? Uber was recently in news for engaging in criminal activities in order to build its ride-sharing empire. Execs at Uber loved that their own drivers were being attacked. And they joked about the crimes they were breaking. While Uber is an extreme example, it isn't the only company or service doing bad things. In this episode, Former US Most Wanted Cybercriminal Brett Johnson touches on Uber, Zelle, Facebook, IDme, and others while asking the questions: Does anyone care? Why doesn't anyone speak up? Are these corporations any different then millions of cybercooks on the darkweb?

The United States Secret Secret Service called Brett Johnson "The Original Internet Godfather." How did he get the title? 39 felonies, a place on the US Most Wanted List, an Escape from prison. And if that were enough? Johnson built and ran the first organized cybercrime community--ShadowCrew. ShadowCrew was a precursor to today's darknet and darknet markets and it laid the foundation for the way modern cybercrime communities operate today. But that isn't the story--by far.

Looking for love in all the wrong places? You might fall victim to a Romance Scam. Former US Most Wanted Cybercriminal, Original Internet Godfather, and Chief Criminal Officer Brett Johnson discusses how these scams work, how criminals get victims to trust them, and what you can do to protect yourself from these scams.

The Dark Triad: A Psychological Test used to measure Machiavellianism, Narcissism, and Psychopathy. Big negative traits. People scoring high on the chart are much more likely to commit crimes, cause problems, and be general a**holes. Wonder how a former US Most Wanted Cybercriminal and Internet Godfather would score on the exam? Brett Johnson finds out. Also discussed: Supreme Court Justices Doxxed on Tiktok, Abortion, Gun Laws, and the lack of common sense on both sides.

Want to get the PS5 for free? Or the new Macbook or iPhone? Or maybe you want to steal $150k in furniture and appliances weekly? Refund Fraud is the answer. Beginning Refund Fraudsters can profit $20,000 or more monthly. Experienced crooks make...more. It is a crime which has changed the dynamics of online fraud. In this episode Brett Discusses the history of Refunding, how it's done, and if it can be stopped.

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Former US Most Wanted Cybercriminal turned Good Guy discusses prison. How was a known Snitch able to walk the yard? Brett answers that question. More important, it seems prison isn't all negative. The Original Internet Godfather discusses the positive aspects of being incarcerated and how it helped change his life.

Synthetic Fraud: 80% of all new account fraud. The fastest growing form of identity theft on the planet. 20% of all credit card chargebacks. 5% of all overall credit card debt. $20 Billion dollar a year--for the bad guys. Former US Most Wanted Cybercriminal and Original Internet Godfather Brett Johnson discusses what Synthetic Fraud is, how it works, if it can be stopped, how it will be committed in the future and how systemic racism played a part in its success.

Ross Ulbricht. Inventor of Silk Road, the first successful darknet market. He's also the man responsible for giving crypto it's first real-world use case. He's also an internet Godfather, a drug trafficker, a man who tried to have 6 people murdered, and an inmate serving Life in prison. Former US Most Wanted Cybercriminal and Original Internet Godfather comments on Ulbricht's case and sentence.

A person can have an addiction to anything: Drugs, alcohol, gambling, gaming, work, exercise, people, relationships, environments, anything. A person who is addicted loves the addiction more than anything in their lives. They will choose the addiction over everything else. Nothing is more important. Original internet Godfather Brett Johnson discusses his addiction and working to overcome it.

Solarwinds provided network monitoring services for over 400,000 clients including 425 of the Fortune 500 Companies and most US Government Offices. Think Microsoft, Nvidia, FBI, Secret Service, NSA, Pentagon, Office of the US President. You name it? Chances are they used Solarwinds. Then they were hacked. Special Guest Justin Pierce visits The Brett Johnson Show to discuss. How bad was it? So bad a lot of people aren't talking about it.

33% of cybercrime involves taking advantage from the consumer side. Think ATO, Account Takeovers: Bank, credit card, email, merchant accounts, gaming accounts and more. Former US Most Wanted Cybercrook Brett Johnson talks about how ATOs happen and what you can do to protect yourself.

Drop Addresses--Addresses criminals use to receive illegal goods. Think drugs, fake IDs, credit cards, stolen laptops, etc. Find out in this episode how criminals pick addresses and what they look for in your neighborhood when choosing an address to commit crime. Watch and find out how to secure your home and neighborhood.

Brett Johnson discusses overcoming the negative in life and overcoming obstacles. 

Brett Johnson, Former US Most Wanted Cybercriminal, discusses victim mentality from the abuse he suffered as a child to the work he does today in assisting victims of fraud.

Brett talks about the precursor of today's darkweb and darkweb markets--Shadowcrew. Shadowcrew was the genesis of modern financial cybercrime as we know it. Shadowcrew was also the home to a Who's Who of Criminals. Take Michael Patryn and Gerald Cotten--the subjects of Netflix's The Crypto King. Brett givens his experience and insight into the Criminal Crypto Duo.

Over 50% of all internet traffic? Bots. Bots can also be over 90% of traffic on any website you visit. Most Bots? They are good--they make your online experience better. But Bots can be Bad when used for Crime.

Worried about Zero Day Attacks or Unknown Vulnerabilities? Brett Johnson is not. During his 20 year reign as a cybercrook, Brett had access to 2 Zero Day attacks. Only one produced profit. If you are waiting on a Zero Day top Profit? You will starve to death. Brett Johnson, Former US Most Wanted Cybercriminal discusses the real problem.

The definition of the darkweb has changed over the years. Brett Johnson built and ran the precursor of todays darkweb and darkweb markets. Then the TOR browser came. Today? Discord, Wickr, Telegram, and more. 

For Cybercrime to succeed? 3 Things have to take place. Criminals must gather Data. Criminals must commit a crime. And then, Criminals must cash out that crime. The problem is one single criminal cannot do all three things. Brett Johnson discusses.

Lot of former criminals out there wanting to find work in cyber. And a whole lot of them have reached out to Brett Johnson to ask his advice. The Truth? It ain't easy. 

Social Engineering reigns among new cybercriminals. One of the more nifty types of fraud? Advanced Replacement. That's where you have something, claim it doesnt work, and the manufacturer send you a new one before you send the broken one back. Sounds like an open door for fraud! Cha-Ching! 

Trust matters. In order for a scammer to defraud you or your company he must establish a degree of Trust with that potential victim. But it goes deeper than that. Criminals have to Trust one another in order to be successful. Brett Johnson discusses Trust in Cybercrime environments.

2 million views. Widely called the best episode of the Lex Fridman Show. Former US Most Wanted Cybercriminal and Original Internet Godfather, Brett Johnson discusses his appearance on the Lex Fridman Show.

Those pesky Russians. Vlad "The Impaler" Putin waging war on Ukraine. Solarwinds. Notpetya. Overall bad Mojo from the country John McCain referred to as a gas station. Truth is? Russia is highly advanced in cyber-warfare. No one is better. 

Why would you click on that link? Why would you send money to someone you don't even know? Who would ever believe giftcards?  We tend to blame the victims of crime for the crimes which are perpetrated upon them. Mass media does it. Family and friends do it. And many of the 7500+ Security Companies do it. If we ever hope to successfully combat crime we must stop blaming victims. Former US Most Wanted Cybercriminal Brett Johnson discusses.

How does a Former US Most Wanted Cybercriminal raise children? It's hard. Especially in today's modern world of smartphones and tablets. Brett Johnson discusses his personal experience in a lighthearted, but serious episode.

Following a Break-in at his sister's home, Former US Most Wanted Brett Johnson gives advice on how to protect yourself online and off.

Former US Most Wanted Cybercriminal turned Good Guy, Brett Johnson isn't finished complaining about ID.me yet. Here he walks through their system and site.

Sometimes people forget who they are. Sometimes they are abused, or caught up in a relationship, or just get sidetracked and lose themselves. This happened to my Father, Ray Johnson. Former US Most Wanted Cybercriminal Brett Johnson discusses.

Former US Most Wanted Cybercriminal Brett Johnson discusses the need to work together in order to solve the problems of online crime and cybersecurity.

During the pandemic billions of dollars were lost to Stimulus Fraud. And during that time, marketing company turned security wannabe ID.me became a Billion dollar company. But all is not well in the land of ID.me. Find out why. And find out why you shouldn't use them.

Use a credit card to mistakenly pay a scammer? You are protected. use Zelle to pay that same scammer? Banks offer no protection and even so so far as to blame you for being a victim. Former US Most Wanted Cybercriminal Brett Johnson discusses Zelle Fraud, what it is, how it works , what needs to be done, and how you can protect yourself.

Refund Fraud. Its a fraud eating merchants and retailers alive. Crooks order an item then claim they didn't get it, wasn't in the box, etc. Mix that crime with the fastest growing form of identity theft on the planet--synthetic fraud. What do you get? A near perfect crime for fraudsters and a nonstop nightmare for everyone else. Former US Most Wanted Cybercriminal Brett Johnson discusses how crooks do it, what it means, and if it can be stopped.

The Trailer for The Brett Johnson Show! Meet Brett Johnson: Former US Most Cybercriminal Turned Good Guy. Each week Brett talks cybercrime, scams, fraud, security, current topics, and more. Learn how to protect you, your loved ones, and your business from the type of person Brett used to be.