"I Survived A Conman" - Tracy’s Story Of Love, Betrayal, And Reclaiming Power

Remember the podcast Who the Hell is Hamish?- the shocking tale of one of Australia’s most infamous conmen? In this week’s episode, I chat with Tracy Hall, who was swept into a whirlwind romance with a man she thought was "Max Tavita," a successful businessman with charm and sophistication. But after 18 months, Tracy discovered the devastating truth: "Max" was actually Hamish McLaren, a professional fraudster who conned 15 victims out of $7.6 million, and his total scams worldwide are estimated to have reached between $80 and $100 million.

Tracy takes us deep into her journey of love, betrayal, and rebuilding after the shattering realisation that her partner was living a double life. From her struggles with trust to her determination to help others recognise warning signs, Tracy’s story is a powerful reminder of resilience and courage. She opens up about how she began piecing her life back together, learning to trust again, and using her experience to raise awareness about the evolving tactics of scam artists.

You won’t want to miss this eye-opening and empowering episode. To learn more, visit Tracy's website and grab your copy of her book The Last Victim here on Amazon.

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