Meet the scammer

This week, we’re sharing an episode of “Proxy,” a podcast about the emotional questions that make people feel alone — and the conversation that unfolds when you find someone who gets it. Sam is a progressive person who suddenly has more money than friends and family — and he does ...  عرض المزيد

Marriage brings with it a slew of state and federal privileges – when it comes to taxes, inheritance, and benefits – but what if that’s not the most important relationship to you? What legal and financial options are out there for chosen family? Reema talks to LGBTQ+ legal advoca ...  عرض المزيد

How do you run a scam operation? 

Perks, recruitment, outsourcing and a monthly landscaping budget—this is Scam Inc.

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File on 4 highlights one fraud phone call, in order to shine a light on how scammers work. A man rings a company pretending to be from the bank. How does he persuade a victim he is legitimate? We consider the psychological, financial and emotional impact fraud has on those involv ...  عرض المزيد

Who are the scammers?

They aren't who you think.

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