Intelligence Squared The Art of the Scam, with Rachel Williams and Erlend Ofte Arntsen
Mar 2, 2022
In this engaging discussion, Rachel Williams, a writer known for her book on Anna Sorokin, and Erlend Ofte Arntsen, an investigative journalist focused on Simon Leviev, delve into the psychology of scams. They explore the allure of charismatic con artists and the societal fascination with their stories. The conversation addresses how social media amplifies these scams, the ethics of true crime adaptations, and the complex dynamics between scammers and their victims. Their insights reveal the troubling but captivating world of deception.
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Rachel Williams's encounter with Anna Sorokin
- Rachel Williams became close friends with Anna Sorokin (Anna Delvey).
- Sorokin scammed Williams out of $62,000, leading to Sorokin's conviction.
Erlend Ofte Arntsen's investigation of Simon Leviev
- Erlend Ofte Arntsen investigated Simon Leviev's scams for VG.
- Leviev presented himself as a billionaire's son on Tinder, defrauding women of thousands of dollars.
Anna Sorokin's convincing persona
- Anna Sorokin's bold, ambitious personality and grand vision of an art foundation were convincing.
- She seeded information about her wealth and plans, creating an illusion that captivated people.
