Podcast Episodes

Scam Interception: How an NYPD Detective Tackles NFL Ticket Fraud

Episode 242

Hilarie, a dedicated Philadelphia sports fan, plans a weekend doubleheader to attend both a Phillies and an Eagles game with a friend. After successfully purchasing Phillies tickets through a Faceboo…

Published on an hour ago

Scam Declined: How Bank Employees Stopped a Scam

Episode 241

A call from someone claiming to be from the Federal Trade Commission sends Linda on a quest to transfer $25,000, believing that she is assisting them in catching a criminal. The caller warns her not …

Published on 2 weeks ago

Archive Episode: Brooke Astor, Famous Socialite Robbed

A prominent philanthropist and the center of New York society, Brooke Astor lived a tumultuous yet glamorous life. Left a fortune by her third husband, Vincent Astor, Brooke planned to live out her l…

Published on 3 weeks ago

Criminals Threaten Jail Time in Jury Duty Scam

Episode 240

Jana always tries to do the right thing, so when she receives a call from the sheriff's office stating that she missed jury duty, she panics. She thinks back to studying for her American citizenship …

Published on 4 weeks ago

Thieves Drain Crypto Wallets in Sophisticated Phishing Scam

Episode 239

After several years of investing in crypto, Glen has built up a sizeable nest egg. The money means security and the ability to buy a home. One day, when trying to log in to Coinbase, he realizes that…

Published on 1 month ago

From Puppies to Heartbreak: How a Pet Scam Targets One Man's Home

Episode 238

When a couple pulls up to Gene's North Carolina home looking for their beagle puppy, he is not sure what to make of it. But soon, a steady stream of would-be pet owners arriving in the following days…

Published on 1 month, 1 week ago

This Job Scam is Suddenly Everywhere

Episode 237

Dorothy is looking for a part-time job that will enable her to work from home and accommodate her medical disability. After applying for numerous jobs and posting her résumé online, she receives a me…

Published on 1 month, 2 weeks ago

North Korean "Laptop Farm" Scams Target American Companies

Episode 236

Wall Street Journal reporter Robert McMillan and FBI agent Joe Hooper recount the story of Christina Chapman, a Minnesota woman who is drawn into the world of laptop farming. She is struggling to mak…

Published on 1 month, 3 weeks ago

Job Seekers Targeted in Water Filtration Job Scam, Part 2

Episode 235

In part 2, victims of a nationwide fraud scheme join forces on a Facebook group and share their stories with investigative journalist Lou Raguse of KARE in Minneapolis. Someone is selling water purif…

Published on 2 months ago

Job Seekers Targeted in Water Filtration Job Scam, Part 1

Episode 234

Job seekers all over the country answer ads for sales positions at a water filtration company. The offer is promising, and the contracts look professional. The only catch is the initial $5000 investm…

Published on 2 months, 1 week ago