Scammer Stories
AprilScammers are targeting you and your loved ones. I know all too well. My mother spent $350,000 on a man she believed was her soulmate right before her death. The only way we can fight back is to arm ourselves with information. Scammer Warriors unite! These stories are from victims and their families. The details are so shocking that they're hard to believe.
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 94 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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The number one question I get in my email inbox is from adult children desperately trying to save a parent who is trapped in a romance scam. They’ve tried everything… begging, interventions, cutting off money, even taking control th... more
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The woman in this story was scammed twice. Once by love and the other by hanging on to hope that she could get her money back. Then, one day federal investigators came calling. Anola Johnson says her life was just normal before the ... more
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Scammers aren’t always sitting behind a screen in some far away land. Sometimes they're bold enough to meet in person and integrate into your life to steal your money. Unfortunately, that doesn’t mean they land behind bars. The law,... more
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Micheal Breinig is a married father of three who had a great life before scammers stole $2 million dollars. The thing is… he wasn’t even looking for anything. He wasn’t even on social media before his co-workers told him he needed t... more
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- Great resource for concerned families
I send episodes to my elderly grandparents - in particular the interview with the Tulsa PD detective describing recent trends in scams. He covered so many and explained them in a way non-technically savvy people can understand.
elderly folks love to send around articles and videos to family and friends, so I find sending them Scammer Stories episodes - saying “here’s the latest trends in scams, they keep getting craftier, keep an eye out” - is well received and taken seriously.
My only note... more
Apple Podcasts4peytonolivia100
United Statesa year ago - Excellent resource
I’m so thankful for this podcast. This is the first meaningful support I have found. I am a family member of a victim and the stress has been overwhelming. After listening to other stories, I do not feel like I am crazy for establishing boundaries. I want to help as an advocate for victims and families in the future. Right now, I’m prayerfully taking it one day at a time.
Apple Podcasts5Daughter of victimUnited Statesa year ago - Lovely host
Stories well told and with the best intentions of warning folks about scams
Apple Podcasts5praxis78United Statesa year ago - Very informative!
I always learn something with each episode that stays with me. Keep going and educating us!
Apple Podcasts5My App :)United States2 years ago - Great pod!
Addicted to this podcast!
Apple Podcasts5BettyjoshcatsUnited States2 years ago
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What is Scammer Stories about and what kind of topics does it cover?
Stories center on real people affected by online scams, covering romance scams, pig butchering, sextortion, and related financial fraud. Episodes mix first-person accounts with expert guidance, law enforcement perspectives, and advocacy efforts to raise awareness and help listeners recognize red flags early. Unique elements include a focus on emotional impact, family dynamics, and tangible resources for victims, plus ongoing coverage of legislative and industry responses to evolving fraud tactics.
Overall, the show tends to attract listeners seeking practical scam awareness, personal safety in digital spaces, and support for victims and families. The host's empathetic storytelling and guest mix—ranging from scam victims to tech and legal e... more
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1. Jennifer Wallis
2. Anola Johnson
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