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Scam Factory

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★★★★☆
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This podcast has
9 episodes
Language
English
Publisher
Audible
Explicit
Yes
Date created
2025/01/16
Latest episode
2026/09/28
Average duration
28 min.
Release period
76 days

Description

You know those messages that you get all the time, the ones that pop up out of nowhere? They could be real, but something about them seems fishy. You likely dismiss these texts and emails as mere annoyances, thinking you’ve stopped some random stranger from ripping you off. But the shocking truth is, the person behind that message might be trapped inside a “scam factory” on the other side of the world and forced to scam others against their will. From Wondery, comes a new series about the brutal reality behind these operations, where one family discovers a horrifying truth: the only way out is to scam their way out. Audible subscribers can listen to all episodes of Scam Factory ad-free right now. Join Audible today by downloading the Audible app.

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Listen Now: My Mom’s Murder
2026/09/28
Lauren Malloy was a baby when her mother, Lori, was murdered in East Providence, Rhode Island. For thirty years, no one told her. Everyone said Lori died of natural causes. Then a stranger sent Lauren a message — and the lie collapsed. Now Lauren is investigating her own mother’s murder. She’s recorded hundreds of hours of interviews with law enforcement, family, childhood friends, and people who won’t stop contradicting each other. Every answer opens a darker question. Every person she trusts seems to be hiding something. And the closer she gets to the truth, the more she realizes the people she trusts may be the ones with the most to hide. A 10-part true crime investigation hosted by the victim’s daughter. Lauren’s mission: to finally uncover the identity of Lori’s killer.  Audible subscribers can binge all 10 episodes early and ad-free right now. Join Audible in the Audible App or by subscribing on Apple Podcasts. Listen now: HERE  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Factory Tour
2025/03/19
Scamfluencers hosts Scaachi Koul and Sarah Hagi sit down with Scam Factory host Denise Chan to get the lowdown on how she discovered Max and Charlie’s gripping story and new details about the efforts to take down these scam operations. Be the first to know about Wondery’s newest podcasts, curated recommendations, and more! Sign up now at https://wondery.fm/wonderynewsletter Follow Scam Factory on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can binge the entire series ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting www.wondery.com/links/scam-factory/ now. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
No Escape
2025/03/17
Charlie's brothers attempt to escape. But can they ever really break free from the scam factory? And, more importantly, can Charlie?  Be the first to know about Wondery’s newest podcasts, curated recommendations, and more! Sign up now at https://wondery.fm/wonderynewsletter Follow Scam Factory on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can binge the entire series ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting www.wondery.com/links/scam-factory/ now. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Negotiation with the Devil
2025/03/10
Charlie finally has a plan to save her brothers from the scam factory when she gets a chilling phone call. Now, she must race to rescue them before it’s too late. Be the first to know about Wondery’s newest podcasts, curated recommendations, and more! Sign up now at https://wondery.fm/wonderynewsletter Follow Scam Factory on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can binge the entire series ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting www.wondery.com/links/scam-factory/ now. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
This Will Be My Last Message
2025/03/03
Jella is determined to find a way to escape, while Charlie finds herself in a desperate situation. Both women seek help from a mysterious man in Bangkok. But working with him could mean Charlie's downfall. Be the first to know about Wondery’s newest podcasts, curated recommendations, and more! Sign up now at https://wondery.fm/wonderynewsletter Follow Scam Factory on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can binge the entire series ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting www.wondery.com/links/scam-factory/ now. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The Butcher’s Block
2025/02/27
Charlie excels at her new job, which has devastating consequences for two women who pay the price. And one of them won’t let Charlie get away with it.  If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health, here are some resources: The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline can be reached at 988.  The National Alliance on Mental Illness is available at 1-800-950-6264. Be the first to know about Wondery’s newest podcasts, curated recommendations, and more! Sign up now at https://wondery.fm/wonderynewsletter Follow Scam Factory on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can binge the entire series ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting www.wondery.com/links/scam-factory/ now. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Sacrificial Lambs
2025/02/24
Charlie is determined to get her brother back at all costs. But who is she willing to sacrifice to pay for his freedom?   Be the first to know about Wondery’s newest podcasts, curated recommendations, and more! Sign up now at https://wondery.fm/wonderynewsletter Follow Scam Factory on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can binge the entire series ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting www.wondery.com/links/scam-factory/ now. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Shoot to Kill
2025/02/24
When Max lands a new job abroad with a life-changing salary, he jumps at the opportunity. But when he arrives after a harrowing journey, he realizes he’s been tricked. And this job is not one he can easily quit. Be the first to know about Wondery’s newest podcasts, curated recommendations, and more! Sign up now at https://wondery.fm/wonderynewsletter Follow Scam Factory on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can binge the entire series ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting www.wondery.com/links/scam-factory/ now. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Introducing: Scam Factory
2025/01/30
​​You’ve likely received one of those mysterious texts from an unknown number saying they’ve got a great new job opportunity or a crypto deal you can’t pass up. But behind those messages are thousands of people held inside specially-designed micro cities built for scammers. And if they try to leave…there is a shoot to kill order. From Wondery, comes a new series about a family trapped inside the scam factory. Only to realize that the only way out, is to scam their way out. But who will pay the price for their freedom? And who is really being scammed? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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4 out of 5
401 reviews
★★★★★
USA Mknitter 2026/04/21
Recruitment
Story seemed well done; I was aware of the “factory,” “data brokers,” and difficultly/impossibility of escaping the compounds, plus the fact that so m...
★★★★☆
HMA5000 2025/12/29
Did They Forget About Charlie
Yes, Charlie was able to get them out but did the brothers/ victims forget SHE put them in there?! She knew where she was sending them but still chose...
★★★★★
Jaykellis 2025/11/11
Very engaging!
Enjoyed the podcast thoroughly and expected the comments to reflect that? Instead they’re lambasting the story and host for having empathy and recogni...
★★☆☆☆
PW from GR 2025/10/07
Where's the value?
This story is so very sad for everyone, but Charlie is no victim. The host has potential for podcasting which is why it got 2 stars even I canceled af...
★★☆☆☆
SandybytheLake 2025/10/01
Yuck
Interesting topic but the sensational approach and padding make it too grating to continue past mid second episode.
★★☆☆☆
Phytoplankton99 2025/09/13
Charlie is Sus
Something is not adding up with Charlie. The show did not do enough to grapple with the fact that she may have been a victim, but she harmed SO MANY m...
★★★★☆
Jubei1761 2025/09/12
Charlie is no victim
Charlie should be in jail for what she did to others. She’s a straight up scammer and tried to make herself like a victim. You can hear in her voice...
★★☆☆☆
msnabes 2025/09/12
Curse much
The story sounded really interesting but the forced cussing by the host is not necessary.
★★★★☆
AnonyCrat 2025/08/31
Decent story
I’d say it’s a solid 4.0. The last episode episode seven was not necessary at all.
★☆☆☆☆
Carebb 2025/06/19
Wondery got scammed
This whole thing stinks to high heaven. Wondery and the host Denise Chan got taken by Charlie, herself a scammer who sacrificed her brother and about ...
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