Behind the Scams

Behind the Scams

Welcome to Behind the Scams, now streaming from its new home at www.BehindTheScams.org — and proudly part of the SOS Media Network, the digital outreach division of Stamp Out Scams Inc., a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to fighting fraud and empowering victims through education, media, and technology. The SOS Media Network includes ScamTV, Behind the Scams, and a growing lineup of multimedia platforms — all working to make scam prevention modern, relatable, and accessible for everyone. Hosted by Nick Henley, a former U.S. Treasury Department Special Agent, Certified Fraud Specialist, Certified Fraud Examiner, Certified Cryptocurrency Investigator, and licensed California Private Investigator, Behind the Scams pulls listeners deep inside the world of deception — from billion-dollar financial conspiracies to the everyday scams that target people across America. With over 25 years of experience investigating financial crimes, cyber fraud, narcotics trafficking, and money laundering, Nick brings a rare insider’s perspective to how scams really work — and how to stop them. Co-hosted by Sue Henley, the show blends investigative storytelling, real cases, and expert insights to reveal not just how fraud happens, but why people fall for it.

Episoder(50)

EP 24: Lost Pet Scam, Lost Trust: How Scammers Exploit Our Deepest Bonds

EP 24: Lost Pet Scam, Lost Trust: How Scammers Exploit Our Deepest Bonds

A Heartbreaking Tale of Love, Loss, and Deception: Lost Pet Scams When Chloe’s beloved family cat Percy went missing, the anxiety alone was almost unbearable. But what followed was even worse — a scam...

26 Jun 202544min

EP 23: Crypto Scam Kingpins: The $245M Scam That Shocked America!

EP 23: Crypto Scam Kingpins: The $245M Scam That Shocked America!

Crypto Scam: Episode Overview In one of our most jaw-dropping episodes to date, Behind the Scams pulls back the curtain on a newly unsealed federal indictment that reveals a sprawling, highly organize...

24 Jun 202559min

EP 22: Pink Promises & Pyramid Woes: Monique’s $75K Mary Kay Meltdown

EP 22: Pink Promises & Pyramid Woes: Monique’s $75K Mary Kay Meltdown

Episode Description The Hook: Dreams, Pizza & Pink Cadillac Promises Monique was fresh out of the Air Force, craving purpose and community when a friend invited her to a Mary Kay “opportunity night,” ...

20 Jun 20251h 3min

EP 21: The Mirage in the Desert - UAE Start-Up Scam Culture Part 2

EP 21: The Mirage in the Desert - UAE Start-Up Scam Culture Part 2

In the United Arab Emirates, a new breed of Ponzi schemes is thriving, disguised as modern tech startups. In our latest episode, we delve into the harrowing real-life stories of victims who have lost ...

4 Jun 202536min

EP 20: The Mirage in the Desert: Exposing the UAE's Start-Up Scam Culture Part 1

EP 20: The Mirage in the Desert: Exposing the UAE's Start-Up Scam Culture Part 1

In the glitzy world of the UAE, where luxury meets innovation, a darker reality lurks beneath the surface. Join hosts Nick and Sue in the first part of their eye-opening exposé as they unravel the sop...

28 Mai 202542min

EP 19: They Stole My Land—While I Was Watching Netflix: The Shocking Rise of Property Deed Scam

EP 19: They Stole My Land—While I Was Watching Netflix: The Shocking Rise of Property Deed Scam

When you think your property is safe, think again. Property deed fraud is a terrifying new form of identity theft that can steal your land without you ever knowing it happened. Meet Daniel, a victim w...

22 Mai 20251h 10min

EP 18: PayPal Imposter Scam: How Scammers Targeted a Priest’s Life Savings

EP 18: PayPal Imposter Scam: How Scammers Targeted a Priest’s Life Savings

In this gripping episode of Behind the Scams, discover the harrowing true story of Father Bob, an 80-something retired priest from Chicago, who fell victim to a sophisticated PayPal imposter scam. Wha...

14 Mai 20251h 6min

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!

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 vulnerabl...

24 Apr 20251h 27min

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