Behind the Scams

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  • Welcome to Stamp Out Scams: Behind the Scams, the podcast that pulls back the curtain on the lies, tricks, and schemes used by scammers to exploit people every day. Hosted by Nick Henley and a team of podcast volunteers. Nick is the founder of Stamp Out Scams a non-profit scam prevention organization. He is a former U.S. Treasury Special Agent and spent 25 years investigating financial crimes. He is also a licensed California Private Investigator and a Certified Fraud Specialist. This podcast exposes the methods scammers use, the psychology behind their deception, and the devastating impact on victims. Each episode dives deep into real-life scam stories, expert insights, and actionable tips to help you protect yourself and your loved ones. From romance scams to cryptocurrency fraud, we explore the latest trends in scams and equip you with the knowledge to stay one step ahead. Join us and our team of podcast volunteers as we uncover the truth Behind the Scams and work together to create a scam-free future. Subscribe now and help spread the word—because the best defense against fraud is education and awareness.
    © 2025 Stamp Out Scams, Inc.
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  • EP 17: Baited by an Inheritance: The Minnesota Man Trapped in a Blind Mule Scam Nightmare!

    EP 17: Baited by an Inheritance: The Minnesota Man Trapped in a Blind Mule Scam Nightmare!
    Apr 24 2025
    In this episode of the Behind the Scams podcast, we explore the harrowing tale of Rodney Baldus, a retired truck driver from Minnesota who fell victim to the Blind Mule scam. Misled during a vulnerable time, he believed he was collecting an inheritance, only to find himself imprisoned in Mozambique for unknowingly transporting drugs. This chilling story reveals the psychological tactics used by fraudsters and serves as a crucial reminder to recognize red flags. Don’t miss this essential lesson in scam awareness—tune in now to protect yourself and your loved ones from becoming the next victim!
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    1 h y 28 m
  • EP 16: GoFundMe Scam: The Viral Fundraiser That Fooled the Nation

    EP 16: GoFundMe Scam: The Viral Fundraiser That Fooled the Nation
    Apr 14 2025
    In the world of online fundraising, few stories have captivated the public like the GoFundMe scam that started as a tearjerker and turned into a viral sensation. This episode of *Behind the Scams* dives deep into how a seemingly innocent act of kindness snowballed into a massive campaign that raised over $400,000, only to reveal a shocking deception. Discover the psychological triggers that inspired donations, the media frenzy that propelled the campaign, and the emotional fallout for thousands of donors. Join us for a cautionary tale that will arm you with knowledge to spot red flags in future online fundraisers. Chapters
    • (00:00:00) - Behind the Scams: The GoFundMe Story
    • (00:01:53) - Behind The Scams: The GoFundMe Scam That Went
    • (00:06:18) - The Homeless Hero Who Helped a Homeless Woman Get Back on Her
    • (00:12:50) - Back in the Day: Crowdfunding
    • (00:13:20) - The GoFundMe Campaign That Helped a Homeless Veteran Get Back
    • (00:20:41) - The Johnny Bobbit Story Just Captivated America's Heart
    • (00:26:22) - The GoFundMe Story
    • (00:28:41) - Johnny Bobbitt's Fight With Kate and Mark
    • (00:34:36) - Johnny the Good Samaritan's
    • (00:37:16) - Kate and Mark's GoFundMe Scandal
    • (00:44:21) - The Crowdfunding Scam
    • (00:46:47) - The GoFundMe Scam: Everything Was Made Up
    • (00:53:15) - The Fall of the Gas Scam
    • (00:55:44) - The Craziest Scammer You Can Ever See
    • (01:02:27) - The Crowdfunding Scammer's
    • (01:07:16) - The Criminal Proceedings of the Scammer
    • (01:10:02) - Johnny Bobbitt Gets Less Than Mark For Cash Scandal
    • (01:11:33) - Johnny and Mark Get Sentencing For Their Role In The Scheme
    • (01:12:42) - The GoFundMe Scam
    • (01:17:33) - GoFundMe, Other Crowdfunding Platforms Step Up Pol
    • (01:19:48) - GoFundMe: Better Policing After the Bobbitt Case
    • (01:20:43) - Did the GoFundMe Scam affect the industry?
    • (01:22:25) - GoFundMe's Policing After the Bobbitt Scam
    • (01:25:23) - Crowdfunding's Changes for Nonprofits
    • (01:26:21) - How has GoFundMe specifically tried to rebuild its image after being
    • (01:27:25) - The Viral Story Behind the Bobbit Scam
    • (01:30:12) - The 'Give to the Homeless' Campaign
    • (01:32:01) - The Media's Role in the Johnny Cash Scam
    • (01:33:20) - The Heartwarming Charity Scam
    • (01:38:11) - How to Spot Crowdfunding Scams
    • (01:40:33) - How to Spot a Scammer on Crowdfunding
    • (01:48:08) - Johnny Bobbit Case: The Viral Story
    • (01:50:57) - GoFundMe Scam: What's Learned From The
    • (01:52:32) - Behind The Scams: The Crowdfunding Scams
    • (01:54:43) - Behind the Scams: The Viral Campaigns
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    1 h y 56 m
  • EP15: Escobar Inc. Scam: Pablo Escobar’s Name, A Flamethrower, & Multi-Million Dollar Fraud

    EP15: Escobar Inc. Scam: Pablo Escobar’s Name, A Flamethrower, & Multi-Million Dollar Fraud
    Apr 9 2025
    A Deep Dive Into the Mind-Bending Scam That Used a Drug Lord’s Legacy to Fuel an International Fraud Operation Behind the Brand: The Wild World of Escobar Inc. In this jaw-dropping episode of Behind the Scams, hosts Nick and Sue expose one of the most audacious scams in recent memory—an international fraud ring that used the name and likeness of the infamous drug lord Pablo Escobar to market fake products like flamethrowers, gold-covered smartphones, and even “physical cryptocurrency.” It’s the kind of case you truly have to hear to believe, with layers of deceit, big money, and global intrigue. The... Chapters
    • (00:00:00) - Behind The Scams
    • (00:01:12) - Behind the Scams: Escobar Inc. Fraud Case
    • (00:02:23) - Escobar Inc. Scammer Used Pablo Escobar's Fame
    • (00:09:07) - Bitcoin Fraudster Arrested in US
    • (00:10:23) - What Money Laundering Is (Explained)
    • (00:11:38) - Bizarre Escobar Cash Scam
    • (00:13:31) - Escobar Inc. Scam: The Samsung Fold Phone and More
    • (00:19:17) - How Olaf Gustafsson Got Away With Stealing Millions
    • (00:22:00) - How Cryptocurrency Helped In The Escobar Scam
    • (00:23:02) - Scammer Arrested in US for International Fraud
    • (00:25:13) - Decoding the Escobar, Inc. Scam
    • (00:26:51) - Scammer Targets Consumers With Online Scam
    • (00:28:24) - Behind The Scams
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