Scams have existed throughout history and continue to evolve with new technologies and opportunities. They prey on people's desires, vulnerabilities, and lack of awareness.

CHAPTERS / TIMESTAMPS

Introduction 00:00:00
Snake Oil Salesmen 00:02:00
Ponzi Scheme 00:03:40
Nigerian Prince Scam 00:04:50
Pyramid Schemes 00:06:30
Bernie Madoff's Ponzi Scheme 00:10:30
Online Phishing Scams 00:11:33
Cryptocurrency Scams 00:14:20
Romance Scams 00:15:40
Identity Theft 00:17:56
Impersonation Scams 00:20:00
Miracle Cures and Health Scams 00:21:37
Psychic and Medium Scams 00:23:37
Lottery and Sweepstakes Scams 00:25:42
Get-Rich-Quick Schemes 00:27:26
Psychic Investment Scams 00:28:24
Cults and Religious Scams 00:29:19
Conspiracy Theories 00:30:44
Internet Hoaxes and Chain Letters 00:32:17
Psychic Detective Scams 00:34:02
Miracle Weight Loss Scams 00:36:44
Fake Charities 00:40:25
Home Improvement Scams 00:44:57
Psychic Animal Communicators 00:49:23
Fortune-Telling Scams 00:51:07
Timeshare Resale Scams 00:53:56
Fake Job Opportunities 00:56:51
Travel and Vacation Scams 00:59:37
Psychic Jewelry Scams 01:00:33
Conclusion 01:03:00

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