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The Dating Detectives

Dear Media
Infidelity
Private Investigation
Mental Health
Lying
Munchausen Syndrome
Family Dynamics
True Crime
Domestic Cases
Emotional Manipulation
Marriage
Divorce
Medical Bills
Pathological Lying
Hall Pass
Communication In Relationships
Onlyfans
Dating Apps
Cryptocurrency
Emotional Abuse
Psychology

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 a... more

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In this wild new episode of The Dating Detectives, Hannah and Mackenzie sit down with a guest whose dating app romance took a turn so shocking, you’ll be yelling at your phone. What started as the perfect match quickly spiraled into a maze of fear, m... more

In this weeks episode of The Dating Detectives, Hanna and Mackenzie bring back fan-favorite, LA private investigator Ken Childs, for a wild night on surveillance. When a wife hires Ken to figure out why her self-employed husband keeps disappearing un... more

In this deeply moving and powerful episode, the Dating Detectives sit down in person with therapist and author Meredith Beardmore, who tells us her story of love, addiction, betrayal, coercive control, and ultimately, survival. Meredith shares how a ... more

In part two of Jessica’s story The Dating Detectives pick up right where last week’s dog-show meet-cute turned nightmare left off; at the moment she discovers her husband is tangled up in a $2 million lawsuit. As Jessica starts asking reasonable ques... more

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Recent Guests

Meredith Beardmore
Therapist and author of The Plan B Chronicles
Episode: The Therapist, the Addiction, and the Secret Plan B
Griff Stark-Ennis
Co-host of the podcast Petty Crimes, actor, and friend of Mackenzie
Petty Crimes
Episode: Mackenzie Undercover: Operation Girls Trip
Sierra Jane O'Sullivan
Writer on Saturday Night Live and co-host of Petty Crimes
Petty Crimes
Episode: Mackenzie Undercover: Operation Girls Trip
Ken Childs
Private Investigator based in Los Angeles with extensive experience in celebrity surveillance
Paramount Investigative Services
Episode: Ken Undercover: The Sunset Strip Stakeout
Andrea Merriman
A woman with an extraordinary story of love, betrayal, and financial abuse.
Episode: A Life Built on a Lie: Part 1
Leslie Barbara
Matrimonial attorney from New York
Episode: Dressed to Deceive: The Porsche & Penthouse Scam
Lindsey Metselaar
Host of the podcast We Met at Acme, which discusses relationship topics.
We Met at Acme
Episode: Mackenzie Undercover: The Ride Along
Andrea Dunlop
Host and creator of the Nobody Should Believe Me podcast, novelist
Nobody Should Believe Me
Episode: Medical Manipulation with Andrea Dunlop
Jenna Jean
A beautiful guest sharing her dating story
Episode: F.B.I: Fake Boyfriend Investigation Part 1

Hosts

Mackenzie Fultz
Co-host, Professional Private Investigator, often introducing topics and leading discussions around relationships, scams, and emotional manipulation.
Hanna Anderson
Co-host and Comedian, engaging with guests and sharing insights that highlight the emotional stakes in stories of deception.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 3.3k ratings
  • Some stories are good and some are a stretch

    It’s an entertaining podcast, and lots of episodes are quite interesting and informative, but some are just junky. The “mobster” episode was very hard to listen to because the guest speaker needs A LOT OF THERAPY, jeeze, that lady needs a lot of help. Otherwise the hosts are great gals and doing good in the world.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    sachprem
    United States3 days ago
  • Terrible

    This show would be good if the hosts could go 2 seconds without interrupting the guest

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    tonym sock cucka
    United States8 days ago
  • So good!

    I love listening to all these wonderful people’s stories and be with them in spirit. And I love that the hosts are teaching and growing every step of the way with us. My only complaint is that the hosts talk over the guests way too much and really takes away the impact of the guest’s story. Maybe they want it to feel like more of a conversation? But it ends up feeling like they put words in the guests mouth and puts the focus on the hosts, rather than where it should be - the guest. I still love... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    meradams
    United States9 days ago
  • Read the comments.

    I agree with the constructive criticism. All of it. We are over the Mackenzie valley girl/southern act; Hannah makes things so weird. Molly is the best. The concept is so good. The execution is lacking.

    Hear Mackenzie laugh for real, for the first time in the 12/1/2025 episode 4:11 in. She can be authentic!!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Nokaoikaneohe
    United States10 days ago
  • Love the podcast but OMG on interruptions

    I love listening to the stories and the banter. But please stop interrupting the guest when they are telling their story. It can make it hard to listen because of it.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Snoopy722
    United States10 days ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the blend of humor and serious discussions surrounding relationship manipulations and deceit.
There are concerns about the hosts' interruptions and overly comedic tones during serious narratives, detracting from guest experiences.
Frequent new perspectives on dating scams and personal resilience resonate positively, attracting an engaged audience.
Many find the personal stories shared by guests relatable and insightful, encouraging a sense of community.

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Talking Points

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The Devil You Know: Part 2
Q: What can I do to support you?
Ask an open-ended question about how to support someone in an abusive situation.
Married to a Stranger
Q: How do you feel now after sharing your story?
I really hope it helps others and opens their eyes to identifying abuse and manipulation.
Ken Undercover: The Sunset Strip Stakeout
Q: What happened next in your investigation? Did you get more video footage?
Ken was commissioned for additional surveillance and gathered consistent evidence across multiple days showing the same pattern.
Ken Undercover: The Sunset Strip Stakeout
Q: What investigations do you prefer to do?
Ken prefers conducting surveillance, whether it's related to insurance fraud or cheating spouses.
Ken Undercover: The Sunset Strip Stakeout
Q: How long have you been a PI?
Ken mentions he has been a private investigator for 27 years focusing primarily on surveillance.

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The podcast features engaging discussions centering on the complexities of relationships, particularly the darker aspects involving deception, manipulation, and the consequences of trusting the wrong individuals. Through recounting real-life stories of heartbreak, con artists, and abusive relationships, it aims to educate listeners on the signs of manipulation while also providing a platform for survivors to share their experiences. The hosts, a professional private investigator and a comedian, add a unique blend of humor and insight to these serious themes, making it not just informative but also relatable and entertaining for audiences navigating the dating world.

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1. The Medical Detectives
2. lovelustfear
3. Something Was Wrong
4. Betrayal: Weekly
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The Dating Detectives launched 3 years ago and published 135 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on The Dating Detectives include:

1. Meredith Beardmore
2. Griff Stark-Ennis
3. Sierra Jane O'Sullivan
4. Ken Childs
5. Andrea Merriman
6. Leslie Barbara
7. Lindsey Metselaar
8. Andrea Dunlop

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