SCAM

SCAM

This grippingseries, narrated by former fraud investigator turned podcaster Detective Vincent “Vinny” Morelli, delves deep into the world of modern scams—exposing the masterminds, the victims, and the ever-evolving tricks of the trade. From phishing emails to deepfake deception and cryptocurrency fraud, Vinny unravels how these schemes work, who’s behind them, and how you can stay one step ahead. With his signature blend of street-smart wisdom, dark humor, and real-world expertise, he makes even the most complex con games easy to understand. Whether you’re a true crime junkie or just looking to protect yourself from the next big scam, this series is your ultimate guide to beating the fraudsters at their own game.

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September 10, 2025 45 secs
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SCAM Episode 6: "Identity Thieves - The Art of Becoming Someone Else" - 100 Word Summary Host Emily Carter exposes the chilling world of identity theft, where criminals don't just steal money—they steal your entire existence. From traditional methods like mail theft and dumpster diving to sophisticated synthetic identity fraud that creates fictional people using real Social Security numbers, these predators turn personal data into ...
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September 10, 2025 25 mins
Host Emily Carter dives into the wild west of cryptocurrency fraud, where digital gold rushes become criminal playgrounds. From fake exchanges that vanish overnight with billions in investor funds to elaborate ICO scams featuring celebrity endorsements, crypto criminals exploit FOMO and technical complexity to devastating effect. Carter analyzes rug pulls like the SaveTheKids token scandal, sophisticated DeFi exploits, and pump-and...
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Host Emily Carter exposes the cruel world of elder fraud, where criminals weaponize family love and exploit generational trust. From the devastating grandparent scam that tricks seniors into wiring thousands for fake emergencies, to romance cons targeting lonely widows, these predators systematically hunt our most vulnerable citizens. Carter analyzes how scammers exploit technology gaps, social isolation, and accumulated wealth whi...
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The article is a rue crime podcast transcript narrated by Vincent "Vinny" Morelli, a former fraud investigator turned podcaster. It provides a comprehensive examination of phishing (email scams) and smishing (text message scams), explaining how these digital deceptions work, the psychological tactics scammers use, and detailed real-world examples of various scam operations. Written in Vinny's gritty, street-smart voice, the piece o...
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This is a podcast featuring Vincent "Vinny" Morelli, a former fraud investigator turned true crime podcaster, discussing vishing (voice phishing) and caller ID spoofing scams. Written in Vinny's gritty, experienced voice, it explains how modern phone scammers use psychological manipulation and technology to impersonate legitimate organizations. The article details real-world cases, including scams targeting elderly victims and busi...
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This podcast narrated by Vincent "Vinny" Morelli, a former NYPD fraud investigator turned true crime podcaster. In his gritty, experienced voice, Vinny explores the evolution of modern scams in the digital age, explaining how technology has transformed traditional cons into sophisticated global operations. He details how scammers use psychological manipulation combined with technical sophistication to target vulnerable populations,...
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