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We’re All Trapped in the Scam-Industrial Complex
Feb 16, 2022
Julia Garner, known for her role as faux-heiress Anna Delvey, and podcast producer Daniel Schroeder discuss the popularity of internet scams and the captivating Netflix shows 'The Tinder Swindler' and 'Inventing Anna'. They explore the fascination with scammer stories, the impact of social media apologies, and the financial implications of reporting on scams. The episode also touches on the adaptation of scammer stories into movies and TV shows, providing a lighter alternative in the true crime genre.
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- The documentary 'The Tinder Swindler' and the series 'Inventing Anna' highlight the role of the internet in facilitating and exposing scams.
- Scams have become a popular and profitable source of entertainment, offering captivating stories that resonate with audiences and hold individuals accountable for their actions.
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