Kitboga: Scam Baiting + Jason the Vigilante

Kitboga: Scam Baiting + Jason the Vigilante

A new breed of vigilante has emerged - armed with expertise, wit, humor and a penchant for justice, these tech influencers have begun scamming the scammers…Really, no Really! These digital crusaders adopt alter egos, ranging from confused grandmothers to bumbling millionaires, all in an effort to take online scammers down a rabbit hole of insanity and keep them from scamming other unsuspecting victims. To find out more about this world, Jason and Peter contacted Kitboga, who after discovering that his grandmother was a victim to scammers targeting the elderly – began streaming his “scamming the scammer" calls. His viewership soon exploded not only making him an internet sensation but a new phenomenon in vigilante streamers. ON THIS EPISODE: Kit’s alter ego, Richard Andrews, and his wife Maureen (played by Tony winning actor Jason Alexander) engage with a scammer. Is scamming-scammers vigilantism? The Amazon “Brushing Scam” Virtual computers turn the tables on scammers. Gaining access to scammers bank accounts, addresses and bitcoin wallets. Is the half-loaf truly more economical for senior citizens? The HBO Show Telemarketers and targeting phony political PACs. Why vengeance feels good. Why movie vigilantes are now AARP members. The surprising way Kit and his team help victims of online scams. FOLLOW KITBOGA: YouTube Twitch X (Twitter) TikTok FOLLOW REALLY NO REALLY: www.reallynoreally.com Instagram YouTube TikTok Facebook Threads X (Twitter) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The Truth About Hollywood’s Favorite Anxiety Drug | Really? no, Really?

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Waymo’s Biggest Weakness Just Got Exposed

Waymo’s Biggest Weakness Just Got Exposed

Waymo’s self-driving cars look futuristic — but what’s really happening behind the scenes may surprise you. On Really? No, Really., Missy Cummings — former U.S. Navy fighter pilot, MIT-trained engine...

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Mike Campbell: The Man Behind Tom Petty

Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Tom Petty died in 2017, but his music continues to live on thanks to hits like "Refugee", "Here Comes My Girl", and "Runnin' Down a Dream." But recently Jason and Peter were ...

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Paul Reiser’s Return to Stand-Up

Paul Reiser’s Return to Stand-Up

Who isn’t a Paul Reiser mega fan? The dramas like Stranger Things! The comedies like “Mad About You”! How about the action/adventures with The Boys! And who could forget him in Aliens! ALIENS! And now...

8 Apr 202558min

From Stand-Up to Seinfeld: Carol Leifer on Comedy, Writing, & Embarrassing Speeches

From Stand-Up to Seinfeld: Carol Leifer on Comedy, Writing, & Embarrassing Speeches

She’s written several classic Seinfeld episodes including “Lip Reader” and “Rye Bread.” She’s also written more Oscar telecasts than any other woman… but neither of those facts are this week’s “Really...

1 Apr 20251h 1min

Peter Greenberg’s Ultimate Travel Tips & Expat Roadmap

Peter Greenberg’s Ultimate Travel Tips & Expat Roadmap

Have you ever pondered leaving the country… permanently? Dreamed about a perpetual change of scenery? International job opportunities caught your eye? Moving abroad is not only possible but it’s actua...

18 Mar 202542min

After Disasters: Making Homes Safe Again

After Disasters: Making Homes Safe Again

Earlier this year we collectively watched in horror as Los Angeles burned. In all, at least 29 people were killed, 200,000 were forced to evacuate, and more than 18,000 homes and structures were destr...

11 Mar 202537min

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