Click Here 184. Escape from Bamban: One man’s scam farm nightmare in the Philippines
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Nov 19, 2024 Dylan's dream vacation in the Philippines turns into a harrowing nightmare as he finds himself trapped in a scam compound. He shares chilling details of his captivity and the frightening dynamics of organized crime in Southeast Asia. Amidst threats and manipulation, one captive's desperate escape plan unfolds. The podcast also discusses the Philippines’ ongoing battle against scammers and their migration to neighboring countries, alongside a curious tale of satirical media evolution as The Onion acquires InfoWars.
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Dylan's Scam Compound Capture
- Dylan arrived in Bamban expecting a vacation but was taken to a guarded scam compound.
- He was held captive and told he was not allowed to leave, initiating his nightmare.
Forced to Scam Victims
- Dylan was forced to learn scripts and scam Chinese victims using personal data from the dark web.
- He made calls and sent texts as part of complex scams called pig butchering to trick victims.
High Quotas and Brutal Threats
- Dylan worked 16-hour days dialing quotas with threats of violence if he failed.
- He sought a way out but feared repercussions including torture or death if caught.