Scams & Cons

The Scams and Cons podcast explains how scams are run and why people fall for them.

[Scams & Cons @ScamsCons]

Some cons can happen only once, but if the circumstances are right, and the con artist is smart and con move quickly, it's the chance for a quick score. We're telling the tale of three unbelieveable cons ... that you will believe. Listen closely.

[Scams & Cons @ScamsCons]

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[Scams & Cons @ScamsCons]

So, you want to be a star. It will take talent and no small amount of luck, but you just might make it ... if you can dodge the scammers who promise you a big break.

Avoiding these scams may help you succeed. #scams #scammers #actors #celebrity

[Scams & Cons @ScamsCons]

Gather ye grains of salt.

[Mainstreet @MainStreet]

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[Scams & Cons @ScamsCons]

@willposkett Great alert! Thanks!

[Scams & Cons @ScamsCons]

This episode of Scams & Cons is about carnival games and how they are designed to take your cash for a ride.

So, step right up, sucker, we’re about to find out what’s in your wallet.
#scams #scammer #carnival #carnivals #hoax #clawmachines #conartist #conartists

[Scams & Cons @ScamsCons]

@Bhageshwar @NerdPyle @Acyn @TuckerCarlson What we need is a forced disclaimer at the bottom of the screen that says Fox and the courts agree this person should not be taken seriously.

[Scams & Cons @ScamsCons]

@Emolclause @Acyn Tucker needs to produce evidence to back up his claim. Since he's a pundit and Fox says he shouldn't be taken seriously, there is no privilege to hide behind. If facts support his claim, he has a right to complain. Put up or shut up.

[Scams & Cons @ScamsCons]

@Acyn OR it could have come from someone to whom you sent texts/emails OR someone to whom they forwarded them to OR someone at Fox who has access to the email/text/phone IT system OR it's just something he made up. Tell us about the story and show how the texts/emails relate to it.

[Scams & Cons @ScamsCons]

@Retew_Boy Statham isn't the only one. We have an upcoming episode on impersonation scams and Tyler Perry rips on people pretending to be him.

[Ретьюбой MQF 🇷🇺 @Retew_Boy]

No, you’re not talking to #JasonStatham you’re being #scammed https://t.co/v9lpzHtDqb

[Public Narrative @PublicNarrative]

90 percent of those victimized of scams never report them, @AngeliqueW22 explains #FTCscam http://t.co/iyN7MmsqM5

[Report Fraud @reportfrauduk]

⚠️ Watch out for these fake Amazon emails, we’ve received over 2,200 reports about them in one week. Amazon will never contact you to ask for your credit/debit card details or your Amazon password.

Forward suspicious emails to: [email protected]
#PhishyFridays

[Scams & Cons @ScamsCons]

Apple's controlled ecosystem may seem safe, but scammers always find a way - while Apple profits, too. #scams #cons #malware #imposter #fake

Apple’s tightly controlled App Store is teeming with scams https://t.co/xA31QUeUnN

[National Association of Bunco Investigators, Inc. @NationalBunco]

There are reports of con artists creating fake airline ticket booking sites or customer service numbers. After making the payment, . . .
https://t.co/gHVzklGcVd
#scams #fraud

[Indiana Money Quest @IndMoneyQuest]

As #vaccine rollouts begin, we're likely to see a surge in scams and fraud schemes related to COVID-19. Check out the latest MoneyWise Matters blog post to see how con artists are reaching their targets. https://t.co/itjyBcCssB

[Ultrascan 419 @Ultrascan419]

BBB Scam Alert: Beware claims of “free” roof inspections: Similar to storm chasers, “free” roof inspection scams take advantage of homeowners who are in need of immediate repairs. These con artists often use ... https://t.co/fW0U0pSsEJ #fraud #419fraud

[Scams & Cons @ScamsCons]

@HamillHimself Alas celebrities are often targets for this. Non-celebs also get caught in impersonation scams like computer repair calls or telling people their Social Security is about to be cut off. It never ends.

[Mark Hamill @MarkHamill]

WARNING: This is a SCAM!!! I have nothing to do with this & would hate to see anyone spend a penny on what is a complete fraud by con artists using my name without my permission. #UnauthorizedUseOfMyProfile 😡

[National Anti-Scam Centre @nascgovau]

Scamwatch has received reports of cryptocurrency investment scams originating over Telegram. Do not respond to unsolicited messages offering investment opportunities and always seek independent financial advice.