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Podcast: Housewives of True Crime
Episode: The Marianne Smyth Scam - A Conwoman Who Fooled Hollywood
Description: Jonathan Walton, a successful reality TV producer, thought he had found a lifelong friend in Marianne Smyth. She was charming, sophisticated, and full of unbelievable stories—especially about her long-lost fortune tied up in legal battles with greedy family members. Over the years, Walton gave her thousands of dollars, believing he was helping her reclaim her rightful inheritance.But behind the elaborate tales was a master manipulator. Marianne Smyth wasn’t just fighting off meddlesome relatives—she was running a years-long con, scamming everyone in her path. When Walton finally uncovered the truth, he realized he wasn’t the on...