The Quarterback and the Con Artist Podcast

New True Crime Podcast “The Quarterback and the Con Artist” Uncovers a Bizarre, Heartbreaking Saga of Betrayal, Fraud, and Survival

The Quarterback and the Con Artist is a gripping new 10-part investigative podcast that reveals the unbelievable true story of legendary Chicago Bears and Detroit Lions quarterback Erik Kramer, whose miraculous survival from a self-inflicted gunshot wound sets off a chain of events more twisted and treacherous than anyone could have ever imagined.

In his darkest moment, Erik thought the attempt to end his life would bring peace. Instead, it opened the door to a manipulative con artist, a secret wedding, and a ruthless scheme to rob him blind—all while he was mentally incapacitated and suffering from a traumatic brain injury.

Written, produced and hosted by Emmy winning journalist and Queen of the Con creator Johnathan Walton, The Quarterback and the Con Artist is not just a tale of deception—it’s a shocking exploration of the legal loopholes that allowed a seasoned scammer to weaponize the courts, law enforcement, and even the conservatorship system to her advantage.

A STORY TOO UNBELIEVABLE TO BE FICTION — BUT EVERY WORD IS TRUE.

The Quarterback and the Con Artist peels back the curtain on how predators exploit the vulnerable—and how the legal system can be manipulated against the very people it’s meant to protect. Told with unflinching honesty, this podcast is a clarion call for reform, empathy, and accountability.

Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, and all other podcast platforms.