A significant portion of the episode is dedicated to Arthur Williams Jr.'s experiences as a prolific counterfeiter, detailing his techniques and the addictive nature of the process.
The podcast episodes examine various aspects of counterfeiting, including its use in undermining economies, the sophistication of counterfeit goods, and the personal experiences of those involved in counterfeiting operations.
For example, the episode Fraud Fridays: The Confederate Counterfeiter w/ Ashley Nicole Black delves into the story of Samuel Curtis Upham, a renowned counterfeiter who produced fake Confederate currency during the Civil War to undermine the Southern economy. Another episode, Confession$ of a Counterfeiter, features an interview with a former prolific counterfeiter turned acclaimed artist, Arthur Williams Jr., who shares his journey from poverty to counterfeiting and his desire to inspire hope in his community.
The episodes also touch on the broader impact of counterfeiting, such as the challenges faced by brands like FUBU in dealing with widespread counterfeiting of their products, as discussed in the episode Episode 406 w/ FUBU. Additionally, the episode Let's Get Digi-Physical: From 'Tap' Chips to Taylor Swift explores how emerging technologies like NFTs and NFC chips can be used to combat counterfeiting and verify authenticity.