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Stolen Podcast

Erin West
Romance Fraud
Cryptocurrency
Human Trafficking
Cambodia
Artificial Intelligence
Operation Shamrock
Transnational Crime
Pig Butchering Scams
Transnational Organized Crime
Deepfakes
Fraud
Romance Scam
Online Scams
Bitcoin
Prince Group
Uganda
Sextortion
Deepfake
Online Fraud
Job Scams

Scams, cryptofraud, investment fraud, celebrity impersonation, romance baiting, sexploitation, crypto ATM fraud, job scams, toll scams, human trafficking...

Stolen is a weekly podcast that uncovers the global rise of the transnational scam industry. Stolen investigates the global rise of digital crime — and the people caught in the crossfire. Join host Erin West — prosecutor, cybercrime investig... more

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Her heart stopped watching Mariana van Zeller climb into a boat to cross into Myanmar. In this episode of Stolen, Erin West sits down with the National Geographic journalist behind Trafficked to talk about the two minutes that separate Thailand from ... more

Episode 58: Despite his careful research and skepticism, scammers defrauded Syd of $50,000. Next came the challenge of dealing with law enforcement.

Erin West sits down with a former securities industry professional who lost more than $50,000 to a t... more

Episode 57: A scammer can counterfeit your face, your voice, and your documents. What they can't fake is where your phone actually goes. That's the solution André Ferraz built. The founder of Incognia joins Erin to explain how physical-world behavior... more

Episode 56: What happens when a romance scam survivor sits down with the scientist who can explain exactly what was done to her?

Last week you heard Kirsty's story. This week, Erin brings her together with Dr. Martina Dove, a fraud psychology expert... more

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Recent Guests

André Ferraz
CEO of Incognia, introduced as a guest
Incognia
Episode: SOLUTIONS: One Thing AI Can't Fake — How Location Became the New Identity (Andre Ferraz -- Incognia)
Dr. Martina Dove
Psychology expert explaining manipulation techniques in scams
Independent expert
Episode: How Smart People Get Scammed: Dr. Martina Dove Explains Kirsty's Case
Keven Hendricks
20-year law enforcement veteran, dark web and crypto expert
Former law enforcement, specialized in dark web investigations
Episode: How Crypto, the Dark Web, and Fentanyl Deaths Are Connected (Keven Hendricks)
Carl Bogan
Deepfake expert and innovator
Deepfake technology pioneer
Episode: You Can’t Believe Your Eyes: The Deepfake Crisis (Carl Bogan)
Kathy Stokes
AARP representative, fraud education advocate
AARP
Episode: Ep. 50: $196 Billion Stolen. And We're Still Blaming Victims (Kathy Stokes, AARP)
Anna Rowe
Survivor of romance fraud, educator, founder of Catch the Catfish and Love Said
UK-based victim advocacy organizations
Episode: Why Red Flags Look Beige in a Romance Scam (Anna Rowe)
David Maimon
Professor of criminology at Georgia State University; research on cybercrime and online fraud
Georgia State University
Episode: A Criminologist’s Research-Driven Take on the Scam Crisis (David Maimon)
Sharell Barshishat
From BioCatch, specializes in fraud, banking, and behavioral biometrics
BioCatch
Episode: Your Bank Might Know You’re Being Scammed Before You Do (Sharell Barshishat, BioCatch)
Lindsay Kennedy
Journalist on the ground in Cambodia
Freelance journalist
Episode: Scam Crackdown in Cambodia: How a Nation Became Ground Zero for Global Scam Slavery

Host

Erin West
Host of the show; former prosecutor and cybercrime investigator

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 36 ratings
  • So needed in today’s global world

    Thanks for all you do!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tbone1223
    United States3 months ago
  • Awesome Podcast

    After I went through being scammed, I was able to find Operation Shamrock and Erin West. I started to listen to Erin West and her guests on her podcast. I felt enlightened and understand that there is a dark world out there that anyone can be deceived. This podcast is very informative about how evil people can be very manipulative and cruel but at the same time there are people that can help a victim going through recovery process.

    Listening to her podcast was part of me recovering financiall... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TNguyenER
    United States9 months ago
  • Knowledge is the start of understanding cyber crimes

    Erin is on a mission to educate us on the severity of cybercrimes in our world today. Everyone will either know someone or personally be impacted by these crimes. Understanding how these crimes happen, what we can do to not let them happen to us and if this does happen solutions to fight back are Erin’s goals for creating this podcast. This is a must listen to podcast if you do not want to be a victim!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Terria98
    United Statesa year ago
  • Scam Awareness at its finest

    Great Podcast! Engaging and educational. Sharing with everyone. We need to increase awareness!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    VI OLA!
    United Statesa year ago
  • Glad this spreads awareness

    Very engaging podcast! I’m glad Erin is spreading awareness of how common these scams are, that it affects all of us. I’ve been victim of a scam, the scammer someone pretending to be animal control and claiming they found my cat injured on the side of the road and in need of immediate surgery. I lost a few hundred dollars during an already financially difficult time. When your emotions are being manipulated, it’s so difficult to acknowledge the red flags.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NickolaiJe
    United Statesa year ago

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Educational and accessible explanations of complex fraud topics; a valuable resource for prevention and awareness
Host offers a unique perspective on economic crime and prevention that's easy to follow and trustworthy
Spotlights survivor stories and real-world impact of scams, not just headlines
Provides practical guidance that helped me recognize red flags and recover from a scam
Engaging and informative—clearly explains how scams work and how to stay safe

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Trapped in a Myanmar Scam Compound: Small Q's Fight for Freedom (Ep 11)
Q: How did you eventually get out, and what role did outside help play?
We organized a riot, but security was heavy; eventually, a rescue came after advocacy from Ugandan officials and ambassadors, aided by media exposure and international pressure.
Trapped in a Myanmar Scam Compound: Small Q's Fight for Freedom (Ep 11)
Q: What was daily life like inside the finders and charters departments, and how did that lead to abuse?
We had to text hundreds of people daily, gather information, and manipulate them; punishment was common if targets were not met, including beatings and confinement in the dark room.
Trapped in a Myanmar Scam Compound: Small Q's Fight for Freedom (Ep 11)
Q: Can you walk us through what first drew you to seek work abroad and how you ended up in the camp?
I was told about good pay and a better life, but soon realized the job was a trap, and the authorities there forced us into labor and scams to extract money from clients while threatening violence.
Episode 7: The Psychology of Scams: Understanding Manipulation with Dr. Martina Dove
Q: Tell me a little bit about who you are and how you ended up studying human behavior in these situations.
Dr. Dove explains her background in psychology, studying cognitive biases like the Barnum effect, and how those biases make people susceptible to scams, which led her to pursue research on the psychology of fraud and grooming.
Keep Consumers Cafe against Crypto ATM Fraud: Detective Matt Hogan (Ep 8(
Q: What structural supports help law enforcement tackle crypto crime more effectively?
The guest emphasizes a long-running coalition of law enforcement, prosecutors, and analysts; cross-agency collaboration; and engagement with industry players and organizations like IAFCI to share knowledge and coordinate prosecutions.

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What is Stolen Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This weekly show investigates the global rise of transnational scams and digital crime, spotlighting the people caught in the crossfire. It features law enforcement, cyberfraud experts, and survivors who share firsthand experiences and practical insights on how scams operate, how to spot red flags, and what institutions can do to deter attackers. Notable angles include location-based identity tech, deepfake threats, romance scams, crypto-enabled fraud, and cross-border investigations, all explored through accessible storytelling and survivor-focused perspectives. The episodes often translate complex topics into actionable guidance for banks, platforms, families, and policymakers, making it a valuable resource for those seeking to understand... more

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2. Dr. Martina Dove
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