The Brett Johnson Show

By Brett Johnson

Former US Most Wanted Cybercriminal Brett Johnson discusses cybercrime, scams, fraud, security, current topics, and how to protect yourself from the type of person he used to be.... more

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June 25, 2024 Bitfinex 2016 Hack: Uncovering Lichtenstein & Government Secrets
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?
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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.
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1h 50min
June 14, 2024 The Evil That Men Do
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.
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► Criminal Thoughts Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@criminalthoughtspodcast
► Brett's Twitter: https://www.x.com/gollumfun
Follow more of Brett:
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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.
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1h 8min
June 07, 2024 The Bible: Reading It Figuratively or Literally?
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.
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► 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.
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1h 19min
May 30, 2024 A Criminal's Redemption Story (ft. Eddie Miro)
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-...
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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.
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1h 18min
May 22, 2024 The PROBLEM with Instant Gratification
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.
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51min
May 15, 2024 Understanding Others In Today's World (ft. Jake Newfield)
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
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► Criminal Thoughts Podcast:    / @criminalthoughtspodcast
► Brett's Twitter: https://www.x.com/gollumfun
Follow more of Brett:
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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.
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1h 18min
April 26, 2024 Turning Your Life Around After Prison (ft. Monroe Meyers)
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:
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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.
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45min
April 19, 2024 The Power of Conviction
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.
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► 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:
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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.
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52min
April 11, 2024 I Walked In To A Church
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.
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► 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.
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1h 6min
April 06, 2024 Internet Godfather Reveals the TRUTH About Crypto
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.
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1h 27min

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