The Perfect Scam
AARPAARP's weekly podcast The Perfect ScamSM tells the stories of people who find themselves the target of a scam. Host Bob Sullivan introduces listeners to those who have experienced scams firsthand, as well as professional con artists and leading experts who pull back the curtain on how scammers operate.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 333 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | True CrimeSociety & Culture | |||
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David is a seasoned traveler who has visited over 30 countries. He and his wife are looking forward to a trip to Budapest when he receives an email from Lufthansa about a scheduling change. Hoping to rebook their connecting flight and having no luck ... more
Writing is Barbara's retirement hobby and her passion. She has several self-published books, but she dreams of her stories reaching a wider audience. So when a company called PageTurner contacts her with exciting plans for her books, she is thrilled.... more
A late-night call from their son Brian has Barry and Joan concerned. Brian sounds panicked and says he urgently needs $280,000. They do not have that kind of money available, and Barry, a trained counselor, immediately senses that something is wrong.... more
In Part 2 of this 2023 episode, criminals are running the grandparent scam all over the San Diego area. Often crimes like this go unsolved, but FBI agent Brady Finta and his law enforcement partners believe this situation is unique. There is a video ... more
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- Good podcast, terrible episode
The phone scam episode was simply too convoluted. The guest was hard to hear and it’s hard to believe a lot of the tale. Can’t imagine many people falling for this one.
Apple Podcasts3Joe's View
United States2 months ago - More crucial tips, please!
Great show, very important. However, you have missed some important opportunities: for example, with the woman and the fake Facebook job, I wish you would’ve said, “if somebody asks you upfront for money as part of applying for a job, or after you have landed the job, IT IS A SCAM!” 100%.
Also, I heard on another scam podcast that if somebody asks you to transfer money to and from crypto or use a crypto ATM, IT IS A SCAM! 100%.
Putting money into a crypto ATM is ONLY USED FOR SCAMS. 100%. I l... more
Apple Podcasts5Deborah K., Portland ORUnited States3 months ago - Important!
Such a timely and compassionate podcast. Must listen for all especially our older friends and relatives.
Apple Podcasts5SqKat42United States3 months ago - Like it
Good stories
Apple Podcasts5Hit the nail right
New Zealand3 months ago - Jeanette
I’ve listened to this podcast for years and I just have no sympathy for these marks any longer. Jeanette thought that an Indian security team would get her a new US social security number? She also doesn’t seem to know how electricity works. So many of the guests deserve their plights. I can’t believe how these idiots made so much money to begin with. The crime is that these privileged people never had to fend for themselves.
Apple Podcasts4Meh9873United States4 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #217 | United States/True Crime |
Apple Podcasts | #219 |  Australia/True Crime |
Apple Podcasts | #69 |  Argentina/True Crime |
Apple Podcasts | #188 |  South Korea/True Crime |
Apple Podcasts | #226 |  Singapore/True Crime |
Apple Podcasts | #239 |  Finland/True Crime |
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A data-driven look at scams that span everything from romance and investment fraud to disaster-related schemes, narrated with empathy toward victims and practical guidance from experts. Episodes frequently blend survivor stories with regulatory, investigative, and technical insights, highlighting red flags, prevention tips, and the broader social impact of fraud on families and communities. A standout aspect is the breadth of guests, from family members and journalists to FTC and FBI experts, utilities advocates, and AI safety researchers, which helps listeners understand both the human toll and systemic responses. Potential listeners looking for real-world scam narratives paired with actionable prevention strategies will likely find it esp... more
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Recent guests on The Perfect Scam include:
1. Barbara Cornelius Vassano
2. Cheryl Davis
3. Dr. Jennifer Lawrence
4. Susan Donald
5. Brady Finta
6. Eunice Hovland
7. Patti Hsu
8. Linda Coble
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