Behind the Scams
Stamp Out Scams, Inc.Welcome to Stamp Out Scams: Behind the Scams, the podcast that pulls back the curtain on the lies, tricks, and schemes used by scammers to exploit people every day. Hosted by Nick Henley and his wife Sue. Nick is the founder of Stamp Out Scams a non-profit scam prevention organization. He is a former U.S. Treasury Special Agent and spent 25 years investigating financial crimes. He is also a licens... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 25 | Founded | 8 months ago |
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In 2025, a staggering 70% of American adults fell victim to scams, losing an estimated $64.8 billion. This episode of *Behind the Scams* dives deep into the Global Anti-Scam Alliance’s shocking report, revealing how scams have evolved into a high-tec... more
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In this episode of Behind the Scams, Nick and Sue uncover one of the most elaborate cryptocurrency frauds in recent memory: Praetorian Group International (PGI), led by Ramil Ventura Palafox.
At its height, PGI boasted more than 90,000... more
In this powerful episode of Behind the Scams, Nick and Sue uncover the shocking betrayal behind the romance scam that devastated the widow of country music legend George Jones. Known as one of the greatest voices in country music history, George left... more
This is Part 2 of Behind the Scams: Liquid Assets or Mirage? — a deep dive into how the Water Station Ponzi scheme collapsed under the weight of federal prosecution.
In Part 1, we revealed how Ryan Wear convinced ordinary investors, including vetera... more
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- Gold Grifter Scam
Hey Nick and Sue - my Uncle Bob got hoodwinked by a gold scammer. He and his wife Betty lost nearly everything. His daughter got wind of the scam and tried to warn him , even trying to work with his bank to block large withdrawals, but since she did not have power of authority and the bank turned her away like she was the problem! Next, she tried to confront a courier but he sped away on a scooter! I have told all my friends and relatives about your podcast so they can take measures to protec... more
Apple Podcasts5WaldoGrade
United States7 months ago - Informative and helpful
Very informative podcast that covers the biggest scams in today's work. Helpful and and topical!
Apple Podcasts5DdNYCUnited States7 months ago - Excellent Educational Podcast
A must educational resource in this time of rampant scams. Educate yourself and your loved ones about the many scams be they online, text, over the phone, or in person. This podcast and the YouTube channel have been a great resource to educate my elderly parents about scams.
Apple Podcasts5Leatherman Data ServicesUnited States8 months ago - Grandparent scams
Wow, thank you for this amazing initiative. Very thorough expose’ of this sinister trend. Please keep your investigations going because it will protect our most vulnerable elderly family members.
Apple Podcasts5WaldoGradeUnited States8 months ago
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Frequently Asked Questions About Behind the Scams
What is Behind the Scams about and what kind of topics does it cover?
The content focuses on the various scams that target unsuspecting individuals, shedding light on real-life cases and the psychological tactics employed by scammers. It provides listeners with essential insights into different fraud schemes, such as romance scams, grandparent scams, and cryptocurrency fraud, while emphasizing the importance of education and awareness to combat these threats. Each episode often features stories that reveal the devastating impacts of scams on victims, coupled with expert advice on prevention and awareness strategies. A unique aspect of the show is its commitment to not only exposing scams but also advocating for the protection of vulnerable populations, especially the elderly, through informative discussions a... more
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