Scam Secrets
Episodes
Following the Trail
16 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A message pops up. It's a scam, you can spot that. But who sent it? Where in the world did it come from? And how has it ended up in your inbox? For th...
Please Call Me
09 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Scam Secrets is back with a close look at a disturbing and emerging scam technique that can totally clean out its victims.In a hybrid scam - or pig bu...
Could You Grab Me Some Gift Cards?
25 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's coming up to Christmas, and you might have gift cards on your mind. The perfect present choice for many scenarios - but also the perfect weapon f...
The WhatsApp Takeover
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
WhatsApp is part of our daily lives – and criminals know how to weaponise that trust.In this episode, Shari Vahl and the team hear how a devastating...
We've Noticed Your CV
11 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You might be on the lookout for work - so when a message arrives with a job offer, the timing is perfect. This is what happens to the people who are d...
How Do I Get My Money Back?
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You've just been scammed. The red flags didn't work this time and criminals have stolen your money. Your mind's all over the place. Will you ever see ...
The Winter Fuel Text
27 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You've probably got the scam Winter Fuel Payment text at least once. You might well have ignored it. But what happens when the criminals hit the jackp...
The Police Are On The Phone
20 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A phone call from the police out of the blue. You want to help. Who wouldn't?Scam Secrets returns with the chilling story of an audacious scam that re...
We're Coming For Your Furniture
18 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Getting an unexpected phonecall can be unnerving. If it's from a bailiff saying he's coming to take your possessions and is 40 minutes away, it can be...
Hello Mum? I Can't Hear You
11 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Your phone pings - it's a loved one who needs your help. Would you know what to do?Lots of us have received the 'Hello Mum' text - sometimes it's dead...
Would You Like This Piano?
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Who could resist the offer of a free grand piano? Or a remarkably cheap campervan? Just as long as you pay for delivery - but that's a small price to ...
Investment Scam: The Crypto Coach
28 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A trusted celeb seems to be promoting a crypto investment. Would you know what to do?In this episode of Scam Secrets, Shari Vahl, Dr Elisabeth Carter ...
Fake Company In Your House
21 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A letter arrives at your home - addressed to a company you've never heard of. Would you know what to do?Criminals are registering companies at innocen...
The Great Knitted Cardigan Scam
14 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You've spotted a nice cardigan on social media - the website looks legit. So you buy one. It doesn't feel like a scam...In this episode, Shari Vahl an...
Dating Fraud: Don't Worry, I'm Rich
07 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You've met someone online. You chat every night and it's going well - but then they need your help. Would you know what to do?Romance fraud cost peopl...
'I'm Calling from Your Bank'
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Your bank is on the phone. The man knows all your details. He says there's a problem on your account. Would you know what to do?Scam Secrets is the ne...
Introducing… Scam Secrets
25 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Criminals will try anything to steal your money - but if you know their techniques, you can see the scams coming. In this series, BBC fraud reporter...