She claimed to be a German heiress with a trust fund worth millions. But behind the designer clothes and lavish hotel stays was Anna Sorokin—a Russian-born con artist who fooled New York’s elite, banks, and even her closest friends. In this episode, we unravel the jaw-dropping rise and fall of Anna Delvey, the socialite who scammed her way into high society. How did she pull off one of the most audacious frauds of the decade? What happens when ambition turns criminal?

When 22-year-old travel blogger Gabby Petito set out on a cross-country van life journey with her fiancé, she dreamed of freedom, adventure, and discovery. But what began as a story of young love turned into a nightmare. Join us as Sam and Sandy take a dive into the timeline, key figures, media frenzy, and unanswered questions surrounding one of the most heartbreaking and widely followed true crime cases in recent history. Through interviews, and emotional storytelling, this podcast seeks to understand not just what happened—but why.

Join us as we uncover the details behind Gabby's disappearance, the public’s role in the investigation, and the larger conversation about domestic violence and justice for victims everywhere.

Ever wondered what happens when the schemes go sideways and the serials forget their lines? Welcome to the chaotic behind-the-scenes circus of Serials & Schemes, where microphones fall, accents fail, and evil laughs turn into coughing fits.

It's raw, it's ridiculous, and it's real(ly embarrassing).

Warning: May cause spontaneous snort-laughing. Proceed with headphones and a strong bladder.