Matthew Cox | Inside True Crime
A former con man interviews criminals, law enforcement, and victims about the mechanics and psychology of non-violent crime.
This is a long-form interview show where the host, a convicted fraudster, uses his insider knowledge to deconstruct the 'how' and 'why' of crime. He interviews guests from all sides of the law—ex-cons, FBI agents, scam victims, and journalists—creating a unique dynamic where his own criminal past informs the conversation. The focus is less on violence and more on the intricate mechanics of scams, heists, and life within the justice system.
“The host's identity as a convicted con man is the show's core distinction. Unlike other true crime hosts, his questions and insights come from a place of direct experience in committing financial crimes, allowing for a level of detail and rapport with criminal guests that is rare in the genre.”
Who hosts this show
Matthew B. Cox is a former mortgage broker and convicted fraudster who served nearly 13 years in federal prison for orchestrating bank fraud schemes totaling an estimated $55 million. Since his release in 2019, he has become a true crime author and podcaster. On his show, he uses his own criminal expertise to interview a range of guests, from fellow former inmates to FBI agents, focusing on the intricate details of clever and bizarre true crime stories rather than violent offenses.
Credentials & credits
- Author of multiple true crime books, including "Shark in the Housing Pool" and "Generation Oxy".
- Bachelor of Arts, University of South Florida.
- Former mortgage broker.
- Consultant for the FBI and U.S. Secret Service on fraud training.
- Featured in publications like Forbes and The Atlantic.
Other ventures
- InsideTrueCrime.com (True crime story website).
- Dark Docs (YouTube Channel).
- Patreon for behind-the-scenes content.
- Etsy shop for pop art paintings.
- Public speaking on white-collar crime.
What kind of podcast
- Country
- United States
- Region
- usa
When new episodes drop
- 01Did THIS To His VictimJun 27, 2026 · 56s
- 02Auction GONE WRONGJun 26, 2026 · 45s
- 03$3.5M SCAMJun 26, 2026 · 2 min
- 04Fatal Mistakes That Ruined the Nancy Guthrie Case | FBI Agent Tom SimonJun 25, 2026 · 2h 55m
- 05How I Survived 2 Life Sentences at 14Jun 23, 2026 · 2h 01m
- 06The Dark Reality of Fighting Fraud: Lawsuits, Exile & Losing EverythingJun 21, 2026 · 1h 24m
Notable episodes
- 01How I Survived 2 Life Sentences at 14
A raw, first-person account of being sentenced to life at age 14, navigating the prison system for 17.5 years, and the immense challenges of re-entry.
- 02The Dark Reality of Fighting Fraud: Lawsuits, Exile & Losing Everything
An interview with a YouTuber who exposes scams, detailing the intense legal and personal harassment he faced, offering a look at the risks of digital vigilantism.
- 03Fatal Mistakes That Ruined the Nancy Guthrie Case | FBI Agent Tom Simon
A unique Q&A format where the ex-con host and a former FBI agent analyze a case, discuss justice system flaws, and share behind-the-scenes stories about the podcast itself.
What you'll be asked on this show
The format is primarily one-on-one, long-form interviews, often running over 90 minutes in a casual, conversational style. Cox uses his own background to ask specific, informed questions about the mechanics of his guests' crimes or professions. Some episodes feature a Q&A format with recurring guests like former FBI agent Tom Simon, answering listener-submitted questions.
Questions the host keeps coming back to
- “What makes an MLM different than a pyramid scheme?”
- “Do you think plea bargaining is flawed when prosecutors threaten harsher penalties?”
- “Did you ever meet an innocent person in prison?”
- “What is the biggest misconception people have about the FBI?”
- “How are you surviving right now? Like, what are you doing for money?”
- “Have you had guests who you've had issues with before or after an interview?”
- “What were your original thoughts on going on the show knowing Matt's past?”
- “If you were really desperate, would you have Matt Cox teach you to do fraud?”
Signature segments
- · Answering listener-submitted questions from 'donations'.
- · Discussing a 'Most Wanted' list of desired podcast guests.
- · Standard outro asking viewers to subscribe and check the description box for links.
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
The show books a wide spectrum of guests connected to the world of crime. This includes former inmates detailing their life stories and offenses, retired federal law enforcement agents providing an opposing perspective, and investigative journalists or YouTubers who expose fraud and scams.
- Tom Simonon Fatal Mistakes That Ruined the Nancy Guthrie Case | FBI Agent Tom Simon
- Jamel Stevenson How I Survived 2 Life Sentences at 14
- Always Marcoon The Dark Reality of Fighting Fraud: Lawsuits, Exile & Losing Everything
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
Estimated: The show is sponsored by direct-to-consumer brands like GhostBed and The Perfect Jean NYC. Given the niche but engaged audience interested in true crime and personal stories, sponsors targeting a predominantly male, 25-54 demographic with an interest in non-fiction and investigative content would be a good fit.
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People also ask
- What is the host's real name and background?
- The host is Matthew Bevan Cox, a former con man who served nearly 13 years in federal prison for bank and mortgage fraud before becoming a true crime author and podcaster.
- What is the podcast's format?
- It's primarily a long-form interview show where Matthew Cox talks to people connected to crime, including former criminals and law enforcement. He also co-hosts Q&A episodes.
- Is the podcast still running?
- Yes, it is actively releasing multiple new episodes per week.
- How can someone become a guest on the show?
- There is a guest application form linked in the video descriptions and on the official podcast website, insidetruecrimepodcast.com.
- Where can I listen to the podcast?
- The primary platform is YouTube, with audio versions available on podcast platforms like Anchor.fm and Pocket Casts.
- What kind of crimes does the show focus on?
- The show focuses on non-violent, often complex crimes like fraud, scams, Ponzi schemes, and heists, as well as the experiences of life in prison and re-entry.
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- [01]Matthew Cox - Wikipediaen.wikipedia.org
- [02]Matthew Cox Emerges From Prison As A New Man And Great Author - Forbesforbes.com
- [03]Resources | Insidetruecrimeinsidetruecrime.com
- [04]Book Matthew Coxmatthewbcox.com
- [05]Matthew Cox | Inside True Crime - YouTube Channelyoutube.com
- [06]Matthew Cox – Audio Books, Best Sellers, Author Bio | Audible.caaudible.ca
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