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True Crime & Modern Scams

Step into the shadows of deception with True Crime & Modern Scams, hosted by Henry Collins. This podcast unravels chilling stories of real crimes and the sophisticated scams shaping today’s world. From classic frauds to cutting-edge digital cons, each episode blends gripping storytelling with deep analysis to reveal how criminals exploit trust, technology, and human psychology. Whether you’re fascinated by true crime mysteries or curious about the hidden dangers of the modern age, this show

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Episode 27 The Student Loan Forgiveness Scam

True Crime & Modern Scams ·

2025/09/02

For millions of Americans, student loans are a heavy weight. Payments drag on for years, sometimes decades, shaping every financial decision. So when the government announced new plans for student loan forgiveness, it felt like hope. A fresh start.

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Episode 26 The Deepfake Scam When Technology Imitates...

True Crime & Modern Scams ·

2025/09/02

Imagine getting a phone call from your boss, asking you to wire money for an urgent business deal. The voice is unmistakable—it sounds exactly like them. Confident, familiar, even using their catchphrases. You send the money, relieved you could help. Only later do you learn the truth: your boss never called. The voice was a deepfake.

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Episode 25 The Student Loan Forgiveness Scam...

True Crime & Modern Scams ·

2025/09/02

For millions of Americans, student loans are a heavy burden. The average graduate leaves school owing tens of thousands of dollars, sometimes more. So when a caller or email promises loan forgiveness, lower payments, or instant cancellation—it sounds like a dream come true.

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Episode 24 The Fake Tech Support Scam When Help Turns...

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2025/09/02

Picture this: You’re working at your computer, when suddenly a loud alert pops up on your screen. Red warning signs flash across the page:“Your system is infected! Call Microsoft Support immediately at this number!”

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Episode 23 Business Email Compromise The...

True Crime & Modern Scams ·

2025/09/02

In the world of cybercrime, some scams are loud and messy—ransomware, phishing links, and identity theft that leave chaos in their wake. But one of the most dangerous scams of all is deceptively quiet. It slips into inboxes, disguises itself as routine business, and drains companies of millions before anyone even notices. This is the Business Email Compromise scam, or BEC.

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Episode 22 The Romance Scam Love, Lies, and Empty...

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2025/09/02

Love is one of the deepest human desires. In an age where dating apps and social media connect people across the globe, it feels easier than ever to meet “the one.” But behind the promises of affection and happily-ever-afters lies one of the cruelest forms of fraud: the romance scam.

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Episode 21 The Instagram Influencer Scam Fame,...

True Crime & Modern Scams ·

2025/09/02

In today’s digital age, influence is currency. Millions dream of becoming social media stars—gaining followers, brand deals, and the promise of fame. But lurking behind the filters and hashtags is a darker side of the influencer world: the Instagram Influencer Scam.

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Episode 20 The Fake Tech Support Scam When Help Turns...

True Crime & Modern Scams ·

2025/09/02

Picture this: you’re at home browsing the internet when suddenly, your screen freezes. A loud alarm blares, and a pop-up flashes in bold red letters: “Your computer is infected! Call Microsoft Support immediately!” In that moment of panic, many people reach for the phone—unknowingly dialing straight into the hands of scammers.

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Episode 19 The Lottery Scam When Winning Means Losing...

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2025/09/02

The dream of a sudden windfall is universal. Imagine waking up to a phone call, an email, or a letter telling you that you’ve won the lottery. Millions of dollars, luxury vacations, financial freedom—all yours. The only catch? You just need to pay a small fee, cover some taxes upfront, or confirm your banking details.

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Episode 18 The Romance Scam When Love Becomes the...

True Crime & Modern Scams ·

2025/09/02

Love has always been one of humanity’s deepest needs. We search for connection, companionship, and someone to share life’s joys and sorrows. But in the digital age, where relationships are often born on apps, websites, and social media, that yearning has become fertile ground for some of the most devastating cons: romance scams.

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Episode 17 The Dark World of Lottery & Prize Scams...

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2025/09/02

The dream of sudden wealth is as old as time. From buying lottery tickets to entering prize draws, people everywhere hold onto the hope of life-changing luck. Scammers know this—and they’ve weaponized it into one of the longest-running and most destructive frauds in modern history: lottery and prize scams.

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Episode 16 The Rise of Fake Job Scams When...

True Crime & Modern Scams ·

2025/09/02

In a world where remote work and online recruiting have become the new normal, job hunting is no longer limited to classified ads or office walk-ins. Instead, millions turn to LinkedIn, job boards, or even unsolicited messages promising lucrative opportunities. But in the shadows of this digital marketplace lurks a dangerous trend: fake job scams.

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Episode 15 Crypto Romance Scams When Love Meets Fraud...

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2025/09/02

Romance has always been a powerful motivator. People long for connection, companionship, and the hope that love might be waiting just around the corner. But in the digital age, where online dating apps and social platforms dominate, love has also become one of the most effective tools for fraud. Enter the world of Crypto Romance Scams—a chilling intersection of emotional manipulation and financial exploitation.

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Episode 14 The Grandparent Scam When Fraudsters...

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2025/09/02

Not all scams rely on cutting-edge technology. Some are devastatingly simple—and powerful—because they prey on our deepest emotions. One of the most heartbreaking examples is the Grandparent Scam, a form of fraud that has quietly drained millions from families across the world.

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Episode 13 Deepfake Deceptions The New Face of...

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2025/09/02

The rise of artificial intelligence has brought groundbreaking innovations, from medical breakthroughs to creative tools. But with every new technology comes new risks—and in recent years, one of the most alarming has been the use of deepfakes in modern scams.

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Episode 12 The Rise of Romance Scams Love, Lies, and...

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2025/09/02

Romance scams—sometimes called “catfishing”—are one of the most devastating forms of modern fraud. Unlike a quick financial trick or phishing email, these scams prey on one of the deepest human needs: the desire for love and connection. And as online dating has become mainstream, romance scams have flourished in the digital shadows.

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Episode 11 Business Email Compromise – The...

True Crime & Modern Scams ·

2025/08/28

When most people think of cybercrime, they picture hackers cracking passwords or unleashing malware. But one of the most financially devastating crimes of the digital age doesn’t require advanced coding at all—it relies on a weapon as old as communication itself: the email.

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Episode 10 Romance Scams in the Age of Apps

True Crime & Modern Scams ·

2025/08/28

Love has always been a powerful motivator—capable of bringing out the best in us, but also the worst in those who exploit it. In the digital age, dating apps and social media have redefined how people connect. But alongside genuine relationships, they’ve also opened the door to one of the fastest-growing categories of fraud: romance scams.

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Episode 9 The Rise of Deepfake Scams

True Crime & Modern Scams ·

2025/08/28

Technology has always been a double-edged sword. On one side, innovation creates convenience, entertainment, and new possibilities. On the other, it opens the door for manipulation and crime. Few technologies illustrate this better than deepfakes—AI-generated images, voices, and videos so realistic that they blur the line between truth and fiction.

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Episode 8 Crypto Scams and the Illusion of Easy Money

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2025/08/28

In recent years, the explosion of cryptocurrencies has captivated millions around the globe. Bitcoin, Ethereum, and countless altcoins have promised financial independence, decentralization, and revolutionary technology. Yet, along with genuine innovation, a darker shadow has grown in the crypto space—scams that prey on the dream of “easy money.”

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