No Shame with Rob Wolchek

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Part consumer watchdog, part conversation show, and part look at the strange side of everyday life, The Rob Wolchek Podcast brings Rob’s trusted voice and personality into a modern digital format.

Sep 24 · Video

O.J. Got “Juiced” — Plus the Fan Who Turned Rob Into a Song | No Shame with Rob Wolchek Ep. 12a

O.J. Simpson hosting a hidden-camera prank show? Yep, it really happened — and Rob, Shawn and Laura take a look back at the unbelievably tasteless 2004 show Juiced and the new documentary revealing what was happening behind the scenes. Rob also shares what it was like to actually step inside the courtroom during the O.J. Simpson trial and how that case changed television news forever. Then things get even stranger: an AI robot dog, a Michigan man who turned his bottle returns into a $500,000 lottery win, one extremely disgusting place to hide cash, and a warning about scammers covering legitimate parking QR codes with fake ones. Plus, Rob sits down with Jake Hudson, a longtime Hall of Shame fan from Mississippi who turned his appreciation for Rob’s work into music — including Rob’s personal favorite, “Hall of Shame Hero.” Jake talks about discovering Rob on YouTube, why the Hall of Shame stories meant so much to him, and how creating his own podcast has become an important part of his life. It’s scams, strange stories, a little nostalgia and plenty of No Shame. 🎙️ Watch the full video episode and find all episodes of No Shame with Rob Wolchek at: 🌐 noshamepod.com 🏠 Sponsored by Father & Son Construction 📞 248-585-5500 🌐 father-son-const.com Subscribe for more No Shame with Rob Wolchek. ee1a4f9a3b9b061e2fdad618071128ec
Sep 16 · Video

She Almost Quit — Then Won 6 Emmys | No Shame with Rob Wolchek Ep. 11

She started as Rob Wolchek’s young intern. She went on to become one of Detroit’s most respected TV reporters — and win six Emmy Awards. This week, Rob sits down with former WXYZ reporter Kim Russell for a funny, personal and surprisingly emotional conversation about her start in television, going undercover with Rob, the tough criticism that nearly brought her to tears, and why she says Rob helped give her the confidence to keep going when she was ready to quit. Plus, Rob, Laura and Shawn dig into a heartbreaking scam that cost a 70-year-old Michigan woman nearly $300,000, the growing use of AI to recreate real-life serial killers, the bizarre Michigan driver’s-license photo mix-up affecting thousands of people, and the TikTok ad that Rob simply cannot escape. Sponsored by Father & Son Construction 📞 248-585-5500 father-son-const.com 🎙️ Watch the full video episode and find all episodes of No Shame with Rob Wolchek at: noshamepod.com New episodes every Wednesday. c48d5af4036b867ad34c1f89730956d2
Sep 9 · Video

Detroit TV Legend Huel Perkins: The Golden Age of Local News, Nelson Mandela & Life After TV | No Shame with Rob Wolchek Ep.10

Detroit TV Legend Huel Perkins: The Golden Age of Local News, Nelson Mandela & Life After TV Detroit broadcasting legend Huel Perkins joins Rob Wolchek on the No Shame Podcast for a funny, candid look back at an incredible career in television and life after the anchor desk. Huel shares his unlikely journey from law school to local TV, memories from his years at FOX 2 Detroit, and his thoughts on how dramatically local news has changed. He also recalls an unforgettable moment involving Nelson Mandela and Rosa Parks and talks about retirement, giving back, reconnecting with friends, and why he believes the best is yet to come. Plus, Rob and Shawn tackle some truly bizarre stories: an alleged fake 49ers player accused of scamming women, a MyChart phishing scam, a highway covered in squid, a python at a middle school, a venomous snake hiding in a football helmet, and even a camel beauty-pageant scandal. This episode is sponsored by Father & Son Construction. No job’s too big and no job’s too small — Father & Son does it all! Call 248-585-5500 or visit Father & Son Construction. 🎥 Watch the full video episode at NoShamePod.com. Detroit stories, broadcasting history, scams, strange news and plenty of laughs — No Shame with Rob Wolchek. 23cc46e4da23f2259c10ac9e6299c1a8
Sep 2 · Video

This Murder Haunted Me for 30 Years… Then DNA Cracked the Case | No Shame with Rob Wolchek Ep. 9

For nearly 30 years, Rob Wolchek wondered who murdered 22-year-old Debbie Dorian. In 1996, Rob was a television reporter in Fresno, California, when Debbie was found murdered inside her apartment. This wasn't just another crime story he covered. Debbie lived only about a mile from Rob's home, and on the morning she was killed, she had shopped at the same supermarket Rob and his family regularly used. Rob covered the investigation as police chased leads, questioned suspects and tried to determine who had entered Debbie's apartment that day. Then the case went cold. Rob moved to Detroit, but he never forgot Debbie's murder. Over the years, he repeatedly searched for updates, hoping investigators would finally identify her killer. Decades later, advances in DNA and genetic genealogy finally provided the break investigators had been waiting for. In this episode of No Shame with Rob Wolchek, Rob tells the story from a perspective you don't usually hear on true-crime podcasts: the reporter who was actually there when the investigation began. Rob and Shawn also discuss how genetic genealogy is changing cold-case investigations, the privacy questions surrounding DNA databases, and why some crimes stay with reporters long after the cameras are gone. If you'd like to hear more of Rob's true-crime stories from his decades as a reporter, let us know in the comments. Sponsored By Father & Son Construction https://father-son-const.com/ No Shame with Rob Wolchek New episodes every week. 00:00 Rob’s True Crime Story 02:52 The Debbie Dorian Murder 06:53 What Happened the Morning She Was Killed 11:18 The Clues That Led Investigators the Wrong Way 13:12 DNA Gives the Cold Case New Life 14:00 Genetic Genealogy Finds the Killer 20:13 The True Crime Cases Rob Will Never Forget Watch the full episode at: https://noshamepod.com/episodes/this-murder-haunted-me-for-30-years-then-dna-cracked-the-case-ep-9 383dd45e04bbe190b19a26c961e089d7
Aug 26 · Video

AI Is Replacing Everyone — Even Charles Manson | No Shame with Rob Wolchek Ep. 8

Technology is taking over — and Rob Wolchek isn't exactly thrilled about it. On this episode of No Shame with Rob Wolchek, Rob and Shawn Parker take on a strange new world where TV stations are experimenting with news without anchors, robots are roaming grocery store aisles doing jobs once handled by people, and AI can now recreate your ex so you can keep talking to them after a breakup. Then Rob has another problem with AI: stop rewriting history. After watching a new Charles Manson documentary that uses AI-generated recreations of Manson and his followers, Rob explains why he thinks replacing authentic historical footage with artificial images changes the way we understand what really happened. Rob also shares what it was like growing up in Southern California during the terrifying summer of 1969, when the Manson murders dominated the news. That leads into a conversation with Detroit author and historian Gregory A. Fournier, author of Terror in Ypsilanti, about preserving history the right way. Fournier talks about the John Norman Collins murders, Detroit's notorious Purple Gang, working on Zug Island, his love for Detroit, and his effort to preserve the story of the historic Black Christ mural at St. Cecilia's Church. On this episode: Sponsored By Father & Son Construction https://father-son-const.com/ TV news without TV anchorsRobots replacing workersAI that lets you talk to your exThe problem with AI-generated historyRob's memories of the Manson murdersThe John Norman Collins caseDetroit's Purple GangLife and work on Zug IslandPreserving Detroit historyGregory A. Fournier's books and researchNo Shame with Rob Wolchek — new episodes every Wednesday. Watch the full episode at https://noshamepod.com/ e039ed1a214d1af9712cb3ac9c2f3326
Aug 19 · Video

Kwame Kilpatrick Is Back — M.L. Elrick Has a Warning for Detroit | No Shame with Rob Wolchek Ep.7

Kwame Kilpatrick is back in the public eye — but has Detroit forgotten what happened? Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative reporter M.L. Elrick joins Rob Wolchek for a wide-ranging conversation about the former Detroit mayor, the corruption scandal that rocked the city, the people who paid the price, and why Elrick says Kilpatrick’s charm shouldn’t erase his history. Rob and M.L. also turn to the future of Michigan politics and rising political star El-Sayed. Is he the kind of young, charismatic new blood voters are looking for — or are there legitimate concerns voters need to consider? Plus, before the interview, Rob and Shawn tackle: • An unforgettable live-TV QVC slip-up • The disturbing “Hello Pervert” blackmail scam • A $50,000 AI robot teacher headed to the classroom • And a Florida man whose relationship with his vacuum cleaner went way beyond cleaning the house 00:00 Show Opening & Preview 03:57 QVC Wig Bloopers 09:07 The ‘Hello Pervert’ Scam 17:11 Robot Teachers in School 20:01 Florida Vacuum Cleaner Story 22:23 M.L. Elrick on Kwame Kilpatrick 38:20 Michigan Senate Race 47:42 M.L. Elrick’s Watchdog Work 50:47 Show Wrap-Up It’s politics, scams, bad decisions and plenty of No Shame. No Shame with Rob Wolchek — new episodes every week. Sponsored By Father & Son Construction https://father-son-const.com/ Subscribe, comment and tell us what you think: Has Detroit forgiven Kwame Kilpatrick? And is El-Sayed a future political star? #NoShame #RobWolchek #MLElrick #KwameKilpatrick #Detroit #MichiganPolitics #DetroitPolitics https://www.mlsoulofdetroit.com/ 2ee526611e4d7146c11e6e6f208adc72
Aug 12 · Video

Rob Wolchek Became Required Viewing: The Teacher Who Took Hall of Shame to School | No Shame with Rob Wolchek Ep.6

What happens when Rob Wolchek’s Hall of Shame becomes part of the school curriculum? This week on No Shame with Rob Wolchek, Rob sits down with longtime friend and Lutheran North High School teacher Steve Slagel, who has been using Rob’s investigative stories to teach students about scams and fraud for more than 20 years. It all started with VHS tapes of Hall of Shame investigations. Today, Steve’s students study everything from bait-and-switch schemes to medical fraud using Rob’s real-life confrontations with scammers. Some of those students still approach Rob decades later to tell him they remember watching his stories in class. Before the interview, Rob, Laura and Shawn tackle another batch of stories that could only make sense on No Shame: • A government-produced cooking show promising meals for under $5 • Fake hotel websites that can cost travelers hundreds—and actually fooled Rob • An update on the infamous Singapore vending-machine straw licker • And an Indiana arson story involving possibly the worst choice of fire starter ever Plus, Rob explains why some scams never disappear—they simply evolve for a new generation. In this episode: 00:00 What happens when Rob Wolchek’s Hall of Shame becomes part of the school curriculum? 04:19 Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s Cooking Show 11:53 Scams in the Travel Industry 15:34 Updates on Unusual News Stories 19:56 Bizarre Criminal Acts 23:54 Teaching Through Real-Life Stories Sponsored By Father & Son Construction https://father-son-const.com/ About No Shame Hosted by investigative reporter Rob Wolchek, No Shame takes a humorous look at scams, strange news, consumer issues, politics, and the unbelievable stories people are talking about. Sidekick Shawn Parker brings humor, reactions, and a regular-guy perspective to the conversation. Producer Laura Moore helps steer the show, shape the stories, and keep everything moving behind the scenes. 👍 Like the video 💬 Leave a comment with your favorite story 🔔 Subscribe for new episodes every week Full Episode: https://youtu.be/KIRhpj0EiLQ No Shame with Rob Wolchek Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@NoShamewithRobWolchek RSS: https://rss.buzzsprout.com/2616849.rss 81764090e57c53f741a4f7974e89d42a
Aug 5 · Video

Detroit’s Original Problem Solvers: Rob Wolchek Reunites with Scott Lewis | No Shame with Rob Wolchek Ep. 5

Rob Wolchek reunites with legendary Detroit investigative reporter Scott Lewis for a funny, honest and revealing look back at their years together in FOX 2’s iconic Problem Solvers unit. Rob and Scott share behind-the-scenes stories about chasing bad guys, ambush interviews, confronting public officials, competing to produce the best investigations and creating the kind of unforgettable television that Detroit viewers still talk about today. They also discuss retirement, life after television and why the Problem Solvers may never be duplicated. Before the interview, Rob, Laura and Shawn take on Martha Reeves’ much-discussed National Anthem performance, a frightening scam that sends victims to withdraw money from their own banks, surprise fees for wasting food at all-you-can-eat restaurants and a Florida woman with a very unusual explanation for where police found her cocaine. Subscribe for new episodes of No Shame with Rob Wolchek and join the conversation in the comments. Sponsored By Father & Son Construction https://father-son-const.com/ #NoShame #RobWolchek #ScottLewis #Detroit #ProblemSolvers #InvestigativeJournalism #FOX2Detroit dc7d9e48c3b7aa6117bab77ed751c5b7
Jul 29 · Video

You Opened the Invite... They Stole Everything | No Shame with Rob Wolchek Ep. 4

Welcome back to No Shame with Rob Wolchek! Think that birthday party invitation in your inbox is harmless? Think again. This week, Rob Wolchek, Shawn Parker, and producer Laura Moore expose a growing scam that starts with fake birthday party invitations and can end with criminals gaining access to your email, contacts, and even your bank account. The team also reveals why free airport Wi-Fi could put your financial information at risk, discusses a surprising new medical treatment for heart rhythm problems, uncovers a bizarre wave of garden center thefts, explains why World Cup fans are obsessed with ranch dressing, and takes a trip to the town of Hell, Michigan—which is actually for sale. In This Episode 04:28 The fake birthday invitation scam targeting families 09:41 Why you should think twice before using airport Wi-Fi 13:04 The unusual medical procedure that stopped a racing heart 16:51 Millions of dollars in plants are being stolen from garden centers 22:19 Why World Cup fans are buying ranch dressing by the suitcase 23:30 The shocking cost of World Cup tickets 27:00 Hell, Michigan is for sale—and it's stranger than you think Hosted by investigative reporter Rob Wolchek, No Shame mixes consumer protection, strange news, scams, and hilarious conversations with Shawn Parker and producer Laura Moore. 👍 If you enjoyed the episode, give it a Like. Sponsored By Father & Son Construction https://father-son-const.com/ 💬 Have you ever received a fake invitation or suspicious email? Tell us about it in the comments. 🔔 Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss a new episode of No Shame with Rob Wolchek. #NoShamePodcast #RobWolchek #Scams #CyberSecurity #ConsumerAlert #AirportWiFi #WeirdNews #Podcast #Fraud #WorldCup ae8cfb619773c54c5dedeb241a212f31
Jul 22 · Video

Don't Reply to That Text Message | No Shame with Rob Wolchek Ep.3

Welcome back to **No Shame with Rob Wolchek!** Have you ever received a random text from someone claiming they have the wrong number? It might seem harmless—but replying could make you the next target for scammers. This week, Rob Wolchek, Shawn Parker, and producer Laura Moore break down one of the fastest-growing phone scams, explain why you should never reply to these messages, and expose one of the cruelest scams they've ever seen: the **recovery scam**, where victims are targeted a second time after already losing thousands of dollars. Plus, the team discusses a tragic bungee jumping accident caused by an unbelievable mistake, a TV reporter's public meltdown after being snubbed for an Emmy, and why so many Americans have finally had enough of today's tipping culture. ### In This Episode 00:00 Introduction 04:06 Understanding Scam Texts 09:03 The Dangers of Recovery Scams 15:11 Bungee Jumping Nightmare 19:41 The Controversy of Traffic Reporting 26:18 The Ridiculousness of Tipping Culture 😂 Rob shares another round of stories, opinions, and laughs with Shawn Parker and producer Laura Moore. If you enjoy consumer investigations, strange news, scams, and hilarious conversations, you're in the right place. 👍 Like this video if you learned something new. Sponsored By Father & Son Construction https://father-son-const.com/ 💬 Have you ever received one of these random text messages? Tell us your experience in the comments. 🔔 Subscribe and turn on notifications for new episodes of **No Shame with Rob Wolchek** every week. #NoShamePodcast #RobWolchek #Scams #TextScam #ConsumerAlert #WeirdNews #FunnyPodcast #Fraud #CyberSecurity #Podcast e3c1b52993ffd0ebcceeb1a8cba1bc31
Jul 15 · Video

You Agreed to Let Your TV Spy on You | No Shame with Rob Wolchek Ep. 2

Welcome back to **No Shame with Rob Wolchek**! This week, Rob Wolchek, Shawn Parker, and producer Laura Moore uncover a privacy issue hiding in millions of homes—**your Smart TV may be collecting information about everything you watch... and you probably agreed to it without even realizing it.** But that's just the beginning. We also dive into a Chinese restaurant accused of storing roadkill in its freezer, a teenager facing criminal charges after a viral social media prank, the luxury "Rump" watch that accidentally became a collector's item, and Rob shares the hilarious story that got him into trouble during his TV news days. If you love weird news, consumer investigations, bizarre true stories, and plenty of laughs, this episode is for you. ### In This Episode 00:00 Intro 10:55 Roadkill at the China Queen 14:45 The Vending Machine Straw 17:14 The Rump Watch 19:10 Breast Milk Ice Cream Sponsored By Father & Son Construction https://father-son-const.com/ ### About No Shame Hosted by investigative reporter **Rob Wolchek**, **No Shame** takes a humorous look at scams, strange news, consumer issues, politics, and the unbelievable stories people are talking about. Joining Rob each week are producer **Laura Moore** and sidekick **Shawn Parker**, who bring their own unique perspectives—and plenty of laughs—to every episode. 👍 If you enjoyed this episode, hit **Like** and **Subscribe**. 💬 Have a Smart TV? Let us know in the comments if you've ever changed your privacy settings—or if this episode made you want to. 🔔 Turn on notifications so you never miss a new episode of **No Shame**. #NoShamePodcast #RobWolchek #SmartTV #Privacy #ConsumerAlert #WeirdNews #Scams #FunnyNews #Podcast #Technology 0ae3d5609d2b35d6bcc84ed0d4eab169
Jul 7 · Video

A Roomba Spy, a $24,000 Scam, and a Crocodile That Ate a Man | No Shame with Rob Wolchek Ep. 1

Welcome to the very first episode of No Shame with Rob Wolchek! This week we're diving into some of the strangest stories making headlines—from hackers turning smart home devices into surveillance tools, to a scam that cost one victim $24,000, to a crocodile that swallowed a businessman and left investigators with a bizarre discovery. We also break down some wild political campaign stories, outrageous NBA playoff ticket prices, fast-food fraud schemes, and one Florida police encounter that went hilariously wrong. If you enjoy weird news, consumer scams, political absurdity, and a lot of laughs, you're in the right place. In This Episode: 02:00 Introduction 07:43 Emotional Manipulation in Scams 11:41 The Mac and Cheese Heist 19:28 Political Shenanigans: Candidates and Their Tactics 24:42 Bizarre Legal Cases: The One-Handed Driver 27:35 The Crocodile's Shocking Meal Sponsored By Father & Son Construction https://father-son-const.com/ About No Shame Hosted by investigative reporter Rob Wolchek, No Shame takes a humorous look at scams, strange news, consumer issues, politics, and the unbelievable stories people are talking about. Sidekick Shawn Parker brings humor, reactions, and a regular-guy perspective to the conversation. Producer Laura Moore helps steer the show, shape the stories, and keep everything moving behind the scenes. 👍 Like the video 💬 Leave a comment with your favorite story 🔔 Subscribe for new episodes every week #NoShamePodcast #RobWolchek #Scams #WeirdNews #ConsumerAlert #FunnyPodcast #Politics #NewsPodcast #TrueStories #podcast 15b0eda477fb0846bb64ebb97df64818

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Really enjoyed this first podcast. Can’t wait for more episodes. Everyone should subscribe.

Part consumer watchdog, part conversation show, and part look at the strange side of everyday life, The Rob Wolchek Podcast brings Rob’s trusted voice and personality into a modern digital format.

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