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You've Got Mail, With Frank Abagnale
Episode 24
On this special episode of The Perfect Scam, Frank breaks down all the ways fraudsters try to scam you through voicemail and email by claiming to be …
7 years, 8 months ago
Love Online Leads to International Lockup
Episode 23
Bryon, a retired pastor, thought he'd met his dream girl online. For five years he conversed over the internet with Joy, who claimed to live in Londo…
7 years, 9 months ago
Inside the IRS Phone Scam Bust
Episode 22
Every year thousands of Americans get fraudulent calls from con artists claiming to be from the IRS. Working from call centers around the world, thes…
7 years, 9 months ago
A Hiker's Trail of Lies: Part 2
Episode 21
Jeff has lived for decades as a couch-surfing con man preying on the kindness of the outdoors community. He spins tales of hikes he's never completed…
7 years, 9 months ago
A Hiker's Trail of Lies: Part 1
Episode 20
When Melissa met Jeff Cantwell online, the two connected immediately. He was friendly, well spoken and shared her love of the outdoors. Jeff told Mel…
7 years, 9 months ago
The Godfather of the Dark Web
Episode 19
Deep within the internet is the dark web, a space where criminals can anonymously buy and sell illegal goods and private information. Known as the "o…
7 years, 10 months ago
Brooke Astor: Famous Socialite Robbed
Episode 18
A prominent philanthropist and the epicenter of the New York society scene, Brooke Astor lived a tumultuous but glamourous life. Left a fortune by he…
7 years, 10 months ago
MSNBC's Richard Lui Fights for His Dad
Episode 17
MSNBC anchor Richard Lui commutes from New York to San Francisco to help care for his father. Stephen Lui, who spent his career as a pastor and socia…
7 years, 10 months ago
French Psychic Scams the World: Part 2
Episode 16
CNN journalists Melanie Hickens and Blake Ellis have spent years investigating psychic Maria Duval. Letters in her name were sent to millions around …
7 years, 10 months ago
French Psychic Scams the World: Part 1
Episode 14
A letter arrives in the mail from a woman claiming to have psychic abilities. She warns you of danger but promises good fortune — if you send her mon…
7 years, 11 months ago