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The Real Scam

In today"s world, there is a new crime run by a new organised crime. A new mafia exists in Africa and other parts of the world where scammers hide behind fake profiles and scare the vulnerable out of their hard earned money. The leave a trail of broken dreams, broken hearts and sometimes a life is taken because the victim blaming gets too much. In this series we talk to those who have come forward, knowing they will be shamed and blamed, but are keen to help others.

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All Episodes

46:38

When Even the Bank Said it Looked Real: Nahid's Pig...

The Real Scam ·

2025/10/20

In this episode of Stolen, Erin West speaks with Nahid, a mother who lost everything to a romance-driven cryptocurrency scam known as “pig butchering.” What started on a dating app quickly spiraled into a nightmare of fake investments, manipulated trust, and financial ruin. Nahid courageously shares how scammers used love, deepfakes, and a counterfeit “Fidelity Options” platform to steal over a million dollars—and how law enforcement failed to help.This episode sheds light on: How scammers groom

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1:00:00

Romance scam survivor Cecilie Fjellhoy on Life After...

The Real Scam ·

2025/10/09

Romance scam survivor Cecilie Fjellhøy, made famous by Netflix’s The Tinder Swindler, joins Erin West to expose the real cost of online fraud — and why justice is still out of reach for victims.In this powerful episode of The Stolen Podcast, Erin and Cecilie dive deep into: What really happened in the Tinder Swindler romance scam The psychological tactics scammers use to trap victims Why victims of fraud are ignored — or even criminalized — by law enforcement How romance fraud survivors can

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54:18

Financial Sextortion of Teens: How Money Moves & How...

The Real Scam ·

2025/10/09

In this eye-opening episode of Stolen, host Erin West sits down with anti-money laundering expert Alison Jimenez to discuss the rapidly growing crisis of financial sextortion targeting teenage boys. Learn how this transnational crime works, how scammers move money, and what parents and financial institutions can do to protect children. What You'll Learn: How financial sextortion schemes target teenage boys through social media platforms like Instagram and Snapchat The shocking statistics: 1 in 3

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51:26

Cryptocurrency Romance Scam Victim Loses 90% of...

The Real Scam ·

2025/09/19

In this eye-opening episode of the Stolen Podcast, host Erin West interviews Chris Colocousis, a romance scam survivor who lost 90% of his retirement savings to a sophisticated cryptocurrency investment fraud known as "pig butchering."Chris shares his detailed story of how what began as a Facebook friend request from an attractive woman led to months of manipulation, fake cryptocurrency trading platforms, and devastating financial loss. Learn about the red flags he missed, the psychological

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1:02:37

Inside the Scam State: Cambodia's Criminal Economy...

The Real Scam ·

2025/09/19

In this jaw-dropping episode of Stolen, Erin West sits down with Jacob Sims—one of the most brilliant and fearless voices in the global fight against human trafficking and financial crime. Together, they unpack the explosive truth about how Cambodia has become the epicenter of next-gen fraud, fueled by a shadow economy of pig butchering scams, forced labor, and elite corruption. From the streets of Phnom Penh to high-level policy failures, Sims breaks down how a multi-billion-dollar scam industry

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1:01:06

How your favorite police officer Jake Tuzinski fights...

The Real Scam ·

2025/09/01

This episode explores how a Minnesota police sergeant became a cryptocurrency crime investigator after discovering Bitcoin scams targeting elderly victims in his community, ultimately developing blockchain investigation techniques that help law enforcement agencies nationwide. Sergeant Jake Tuzinski discusses pig butchering scams, cryptocurrency ATM fraud prevention, digital asset recovery methods, and the formation of a law enforcement coalition that has recovered over $3 million from crypto

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51:25

Aleks Ring is Crushing Scams with Legislation and...

The Real Scam ·

2025/08/24

In this episode of Stolen, Erin West and Aleks Ring discuss the complexities of transnational organized crime, focusing on the role of forensic accounting, community education, and legislative advocacy in combating scams and protecting victims. They explore the challenges posed by cryptocurrency and the importance of collaboration between law enforcement and community members to address these issues effectively.Takeaways Transnational organized crime includes human trafficking and financial

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51:25

Detective Matt Hogan works to keep consumers safe...

The Real Scam ·

2025/08/18

In this episode, Erin West and Matt Hogan discuss the complexities of financial crimes, the role of technology, and the impact on victims. They explore various scams, including job scams and cryptocurrency-related fraud, and emphasize the importance of law enforcement's role in combating these issues. The conversation highlights the need for collaboration among law enforcement, legislation, and community resources to effectively address financial crimes and support victims. Anytime Radio ·

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1:02:26

The Real Scam

The Real Scam ·

2025/08/11

In this episode, Erin West and Matt Hogan discuss the complexities of financial crimes, the role of technology, and the impact on victims. They explore various scams, including job scams and cryptocurrency-related fraud, and emphasize the importance of law enforcement's role in combating these issues. The conversation highlights the need for collaboration among law enforcement, legislation, and community resources to effectively address financial crimes and support victims. Anytime Radio ·

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58:46

The Real Scam

The Real Scam ·

2025/08/07

In this episode Erin West speaks with Dr. Martina Dove, a psychologist specializing in the study of scams and human behavior. They discuss the psychological manipulation techniques used by scammers, the impact of scams on victims, and the societal consequences of eroded trust. Dr. Dove emphasizes the importance of empathy in interventions with victims and provides insights into the evolving nature of scams, highlighting the need for updated awareness and education. Anytime Radio · Find the

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50:50

The Real Scam

The Real Scam ·

2025/07/21

In this episode of Stolen, host Erin West delves into the complex world of transnational organized crime with special guest Michele Ilich-Daubas. Erin shares her experience at a conference by the International Association of Financial Crime Investigators, emphasizing the importance of teamwork and collaboration in combatting financial crime. Michelle, who works at a small police department in Norwich, Vermont, discusses her role in educating her community about scams and her involvement in Operation

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48:47

The Real Scam

The Real Scam ·

2025/07/02

In the inaugural episode of Stolen, a podcast, Erin West shares her journey from being a local prosecutor to becoming a crusader against transnational organized crime. Joined by producer Brandon Doble, Erin discusses the compelling reasons behind starting this podcast and the staggering scale of financial scams orchestrated by organized criminals. She reveals her motivation rooted in witnessing countless victims lose their life savings and the little-known aspect of human traffickers driving these

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1:00:03

The Real Scam

The Real Scam ·

2025/06/27

We have another episode of The Real Scam with The Lost Pet Scam - When Chloe’s mom experiences a medical emergency, Chloe rushes to be by her side. Amid the stress and chaos of the following days, her mother’s cat, Percy, slips out one evening. This is their story of how a scammer impersonated the SPCA Anytime Radio · Find the show on Just Gospel - Mondays at 6pm CAT

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1:12:42

Sextortion - A dark crime that takes young lives

The Real Scam ·

2025/05/05

The worsst of all scams. Sextortion can have devastating effects on young victims from all walks of life, and it is easy to become a victim.Online perpetrators might gain your trust by pretending to be someone they are not. They lurk in chat rooms and record young people who post or live-stream sexually explicit images and videos of themselves, or they may hack into your electronic devices using malware to gain access to your files and control your web camera and microphone without you knowing

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