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Love and Scams

Love and Scams

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Ever wondered if your online crush is too good to be true? Welcome to Love and Scams, where we expose the shocking realities behind romantic deception. Dive deep into the captivating world of romance scams, from elaborate catfishing schemes to devastating financial fraud, and learn how to spot the red flags before it’s too late. We unravel real-life stories of victims and cunning scammers, offering crucial insights into their psychological tactics.

Love and Scams is your daily dose of vigilance, delivering new episodes seven days a week, Monday through Sunday, bright and early at 4:00 AM. Each episode is packed with expert analysis, cautionary tales, and practical advice to help you navigate the treacherous waters of online dating and protect your heart and wallet. You’ll hear firsthand accounts of how people fell for these sophisticated schemes and the devastating aftermath.

This podcast is for anyone who's ever been curious about online dating scams, wants to protect themselves or their loved ones from internet fraud, or simply enjoys gripping true crime stories with a focus on human vulnerability. If you're looking to understand the psychology of a scammer or to avoid falling victim to a dating scam, this is your essential guide.

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  • The Plumber, The Well, and The Woman Who Vanished

    The Plumber, The Well, and The Woman Who Vanished
    2026/08/08
    The Plumber, The Well, and The Woman Who Vanished

    Imagine trusting someone for eight months, only to discover their face belongs to a stranger and every detail you knew was a lie designed to drain your bank account. A plumber's routine photograph of a PVC cap on a kitchen table became the first clue in a baffling case of romantic deception. What made Marcia Marshall, a woman who thrived on order, fall victim to such an elaborate scheme?

    In this episode, we delve into the story of Marcia Marshall, a patient admissions coordinator whose life was meticulously structured until a man named Philip Myers entered it. We explore how a seemingly perfect online connection led to a devastating financial loss and the unraveling of a carefully constructed identity.

    Person: Marcia Marshall
    Date: June 9, 2019
    Location: Harlow
    Status: Vanished
    Amount: $22,000+

    - A plumber photographed a six-inch PVC cap on Marcia Marshall's kitchen table on June 9, 2019.
    - Marcia Marshall, 28, transferred over $22,000 to a man she never met in person.
    - Philip Myers claimed to be a structural engineer from Dayton, Ohio, on contract in Aberdeen, Scotland.
    - Julie Campbell, Marcia's friend, used a reverse image search in May 2019 to discover the photos belonged to Kevin Ostrowski, a Pittsburgh engineer.
    - Marcia sent $3,400 in March 2019, $2,800 in April, and $9,000 in May to three different accounts.

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    © 2026 OBOMEDIA. All rights reserved.
    This episode and its content (audio, text, and related materials) are the exclusive property of OBOMEDIA and are protected by applicable copyright laws. Reproduction, distribution, editing, or commercial use, in whole or in part, without prior written permission from OBOMEDIA is prohibited. For permissions, licensing, and business inquiries: business@obomedia.com.
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    23 分
  • The Cobalt Pot and the Neighbor Who Stole a Life

    The Cobalt Pot and the Neighbor Who Stole a Life
    2026/08/07
    The Cobalt Pot and the Neighbor Who Stole a Life

    Imagine finding a cobalt-blue pot in a tree, only to discover it contains a will amendment naming someone else's estate. This isn't a mystery about a pot; it's a chilling account of how trust can be weaponized, leading a man to lose $61,000 and nearly everything he owned to someone he believed was a friend. How did a chance encounter on a roadside lead to such a profound betrayal?

    In this episode, we delve into the story of Earl Richardson, a retired postal worker whose life of quiet routine was disrupted by a seemingly helpful stranger. We explore the subtle ways a con artist can integrate into someone's life, exploiting vulnerabilities and slowly eroding their independence, ultimately leading to significant financial loss and emotional devastation.

    Person: Earl Richardson
    Date: May 14, 2019
    Location: County Road 7
    Amount Lost: $61,000
    Con Artist: Ross Allen

    - Ross Brooks found a cobalt-blue ceramic pot wedged eight feet high in a box elder tree, 230 feet from the nearest house.
    - Inside the pot was a greeting card addressed "With all my love, Ross" and a will amendment for someone else's estate.
    - Earl Richardson, a 56-year-old retired floor supervisor, lost $61,000 through six wire transfers from September 2018 to February 2019.
    - Ross Allen, a 41-year-old licensed practical nurse, met Earl by faking a car breakdown on County Road 7.
    - Earl's daughter, Beverly, noticed his meticulously kept garden had gone untended, with weeding behind by at least three weeks.

    To listen to this podcast ad-free and access premium episodes, try our subscription with a 14-day free trial at obomedia.com.

    © 2026 OBOMEDIA. All rights reserved.
    This episode and its content (audio, text, and related materials) are the exclusive property of OBOMEDIA and are protected by applicable copyright laws. Reproduction, distribution, editing, or commercial use, in whole or in part, without prior written permission from OBOMEDIA is prohibited. For permissions, licensing, and business inquiries: business@obomedia.com.
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    24 分
  • The Photo That Arrived After He Vanished

    The Photo That Arrived After He Vanished
    2026/08/06
    The Photo That Arrived After He Vanished

    Imagine receiving a mysterious envelope with no return address, containing a photo of a man you thought you knew, smiling on a dock-a man who had never been to your state. This chilling discovery was just the beginning of a sophisticated romantic scam that consumed 22-year-old Cheryl Stevens. What dark secrets did this unsolicited photo reveal about the man she believed in?

    In this episode, we uncover the meticulously crafted deception that ensnared Cheryl Stevens, a careful and methodical woman with no prior dating history. We explore how a seemingly innocent dating app match led to a financial loss and a deeply unsettling question: why did someone go to such lengths to make a lie feel so real?

    Person: Cheryl Stevens
    Age: 22
    Date: December 2018 (Cheryl's 22nd birthday)
    Location: Millhaven, Indiana
    App: Meridian

    - Cheryl Stevens transferred $3,200 to an account she believed belonged to Mark Parker.
    - The exact question "What do you think genuinely makes a person interesting?" was recovered from servers and used across 30+ accounts.
    - Kyle Abbot, the operator, personally managed Cheryl's account, deviating from standard practice.
    - A contractor named Mark Parker from Ridgeline Technical Services was added to Cheryl's workplace registry ten days after her Meridian match.
    - An 81-year-old woman named Bette Larkin, 4.2 miles from Cheryl's house, had her Wednesday schedule known by the scammers.

    To listen to this podcast ad-free and access premium episodes, try our subscription with a 14-day free trial at obomedia.com.

    © 2026 OBOMEDIA. All rights reserved.
    This episode and its content (audio, text, and related materials) are the exclusive property of OBOMEDIA and are protected by applicable copyright laws. Reproduction, distribution, editing, or commercial use, in whole or in part, without prior written permission from OBOMEDIA is prohibited. For permissions, licensing, and business inquiries: business@obomedia.com.
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    23 分
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