Stuff They Don't Want You To Know Scam Factory, with Denise Chan
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Mar 7, 2025 Denise Chan, an award-winning investigative journalist, delves into the chilling world of scam compounds in Myanmar. She shares harrowing stories of individuals trapped in modern-day slavery, forced to perpetrate scams under duress. The conversation highlights manipulative recruitment tactics and the oppressive realities within these scam factories. Chan emphasizes the urgent need for awareness about the human cost of scams and explores how societal deceit plays a role in these evolving crises. Tune in for a compelling mix of investigative insight and emotional narratives.
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Origin of Scam Factory
- Denise Chan became interested in scam factories after receiving scam texts and learning about the people behind them.
- She discovered a compelling story of a Filipino man tricked into working in Myanmar and his sister's efforts to rescue him.
Max's Introduction to the Scam
- Max, struggling financially, learned about a job in Bangkok through friends.
- Lured by promises of high wages and amenities, he saw it as a life-changing opportunity for his family.
Mechanics of a Scam
- Scammers create an illusion of legitimacy through tactics like fancy lunches and answering all questions.
- This builds trust and makes victims more likely to fall for the scam, even if things seem too good to be true.