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A sophisticated, predatory, multi-billion dollar industry is emerging from the shadows. It already rivals the size of the illicit drug trade. And it’s about to get bigger and much more powerful. The Economist’s Sue-Lin Wong follows a trail that starts with the collapse of a bank in rural Kansas to uncover a global, underground scam economy built around human trafficking, corruption and money laundering. Can it be stopped?To listen to the full series subscribe to Economist Podcasts+. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

AARP's weekly podcast The Perfect ScamSM tells the stories of people who find themselves the target of a scam. Host Bob Sullivan introduces listeners to those who have experienced scams firsthand, as well as professional con artists and leading experts who pull back the curtain on how scammers operate.

Scammers don't steal your money, they create a world where it makes perfect sense to hand your cash over to them. Three-card-monte, the longest running show on Broadway, seems easy. You're watching the tosser and you always see the queen. What you don't see is a group of shills working you into the gate where you'll lose everything you have.Sometimes a large sum of money is accidentally sent to you and the sender asks for the additional cash to be sent back. In the meantime, they empty your bank account.We'll tell you all about the scams, how they work and why people fall for them. Don't ...

Step into the captivating world of 'Scam Chronicles,' where each episode unveils the gripping tales of high-profile scams spanning continents. Delve into the minds of notorious scammers as we unravel the intricate web of deceit, exploring the history, motivations, and lasting impacts of their schemes. Hosted by the incomparable Obidumbie Kwaku Adu Kumi, this podcast promises to educate, astonish, and entertain as we navigate through the thrilling landscape of fraud and deception.

Listeners write in or call in the Z Morning Zoo and ask them to prank call someone they know. The prank calls can be anywhere from kids trying to prank their parents to employees trying to prank call their bosses.

This grippingseries, narrated by former fraud investigator turned podcaster Detective Vincent “Vinny” Morelli, delves deep into the world of modern scams—exposing the masterminds, the victims, and the ever-evolving tricks of the trade. From phishing emails to deepfake deception and cryptocurrency fraud, Vinny unravels how these schemes work, who’s behind them, and how you can stay one step ahead. With his signature blend of street-smart wisdom, dark humor, and real-world expertise, he makes even the most complex con games easy to understand. Whether you’re a true crime junkie or just...

"Scam Cities, lungo i confini del Sudest asiatico", è il podcast in due puntate prodotto da un team di giornalisti che per tre anni hanno seguito l’evoluzione delle “città delle truffa”, hub della modernità criminale in Asia sudorientale sviluppatisi sulle frontiere che collegano Myanmar, Laos, Cambogia e Thailandia. Dove un esercito di cyber schiavi lavora per le mafie locali truffando via Internet e con l’Intelligenza artificiale vittime asiatiche, americane ed europee che cascano nel miraggio dei soldi facili con investimenti fasulli in criptovalute. Un fenomeno in continua ...

SPONTENT ist der Podcast mit CEO, Gründer und Ex-Volleyball-Profi Alex Walkenhorst. Es geht um Sport, Medien und echte Meinungen - Kein Skript, keine PR-Phrasen. Dafür: kontroverse Themen, spannende Gäste und exklusive Einblicke hinter die Kulissen von SPONTENT. Wie machen wir Content? Wie denken unsere Kunden? Und. Was kommt als nächstes? Irgendwas ist immer. Deshalb SPONTENT hören - jede Woche mit einer neuen Folge.

Can you fall victim to a scam? How can you protect yourself? Scam Files is a podcast series that seeks to educate and raise awareness regarding scams by highlighting the stories of Filipino-Australians who have fallen victim to them. - Layunin ng podcast na ito na magbigay-kaalaman, magbahagi ng mga totoong karanasan, at magtaas ng kamalayan upang maiwasan ng iba ang maging biktima ng Scam. Bibigyang boses ng bawat episode ang mga biktima at mga eksperto upang talakayin ang epekto ng scams sa aspeto ng kaisipan, pananalapi, at pamumuhay. Magbibigay rin sila ng mga praktikal na payo kung paano ...

The bad guys are getting more and more tricky in ways to scam you out of money or valuable possessions. Please listen to this podcast to learn of the new scams and ways to protect yourself!

Step into the shadows of deception with True Crime & Modern Scams, hosted by Henry Collins. This podcast unravels chilling stories of real crimes and the sophisticated scams shaping today’s world. From classic frauds to cutting-edge digital cons, each episode blends gripping storytelling with deep analysis to reveal how criminals exploit trust, technology, and human psychology. Whether you’re fascinated by true crime mysteries or curious about the hidden dangers of the modern age, this show exposes the schemes that lurk behind everyday life—and how to protect yourself from becoming the ...

The Romance Scam Rebellion is a bold, experience-led podcast that eposes the dark tactics behind online relationship scams and empowers targets to fight back. Hosted by a real life survivor, each episode breaks the silence around digital deception, shares insider knowledge from lived experience, and dismantles the shame that scammers count on. Whether you're reeling from betrayal, questioning red flags, or ready to reclaim your power, this is your battleground for truth and recovery. No sugar coating. No victim-blaming. Just raw stories, real strategies, and rebellious self ...

Scam Clinic is the podcast which gives you the story behind the scam.In each episode, we'll speak to a person who has unfortunately been on the wrong end of a scam, hearing their story from first contact to the moment of realisation. Where possible, we'll also track down the scammer themselves to hold them to account for their wrongdoing, so expect some fireworks!Alongside that, we'll give the latest advice on how to stay safe from scams yourself. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The bad guys are getting more clever. They now have AI to help them, but there are ways you can defend yourself and your identity. This podcast will tackle the tough issues.

The bad guys are getting smarter about seperating you from your hard earned money. This podcast outlines the most current scams, gives ideas on protecting yourself, and what to do if you get scammed.

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The Voucher Scam is an exposé on one of the most critical issues facing public education today - education vouchers.As Texas leadership pushes an aggressive voucher agenda that would privatize and defund public schools, The Voucher Scam gives listeners a behind-the-scenes look at what's really at stake.The Voucher Scam podcast is a four-episode series hosted by Claire Campos-O’Neal and Nichole Abshire and brought to you by the Mothers for Democracy Institute (M4DI). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With AI and technology the way they are these days, it is a good idea to keep your guard up. Here's some good ideas to protect yourself from scammers

I get calls from spammers and scammers (just like everyone else), but (unlike most) I answer them and talk for as long as I can. I figure if they're busy trying to dupe me they're not duping somebody else. I also find the practice despicable so wasting their time gives me some personal satisfaction.I get more calls from people I don't know than from those that I do, granted I have fewer friends than I do opposable thumbs, but still, it's annoying when it's just spam calls, and angrying when it's a scammer - not because they could scam me, but because they are succeeding with other people, ...