Man Vs Scam

The world's wild web of cyber scams is highly sophisticated, hyper-personalized and everywhere! So how to go about life now? Since let's face it, cyber scams are here to stay & evolve. Man Vs Scam is your no-frills, unfiltered podcast on cyber scams in India and guides individuals to navigate this maze. We discuss scams that made the news, scams under the radar, recovery operations, and safety measures and encourage victims to share stories and talk about coping techniques.

Man Vs Scam is a education podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 9 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Unknown Host hosts Man Vs Scam, a education show with 9 episodes published.

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  Episode #8

  Ep #8 | Festive & Wedding Season Scams You MUST Avoid |Fake Deals & OTP Fraud | Man VS Scam

  Nov 27, 202549 minS1

  <p>Festive season might bring deals, celebrations and shopping sprees - but it also brings a 40–50% jump in scams. Hosts Brijesh Singh and Utkarshica Srivastava uncover how scammers take advantage of Diwali-to-Christmas excitement to drain your money.</p> <p>With real cases including the ₹1.3 lakh Mithaiwala scam, fake travel sites that vanish after 36 hours, cloned sari ads, counterfeit Diwali gift links, and mall “GST-only” iPhone bait, they explain how scammers manipulate FOMO, urgency, and your data trail.</p> <p>If you or someone you know is shopping, gifting, travelling or posting festive content online, this episode is your guide to spotting...

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  Episode #7

  Ep #7 | Trading Scams in India EXPOSED | Fake Apps, Ponzi Chains & WhatsApp Traps | Man Vs Scam

  Sep 22, 202541 minS1

  <p>Cybersecurity experts Brijesh Singh and Utkarshica Srivastava expose how modern trading scams work—slick enough to fool even seasoned investors. From pump-and-dump stock plays and Ponzi-style chains to fake trading apps that clone real platforms, today’s financial frauds look more legit than ever. Using real cases like the ₹3 crore Delhi Telegram scam and Mangalore’s fake NSC/BSE-registered app fraud, they unpack how scammers bait you with bots, fake “relationship managers,” and initial small withdrawals before shutting down with your life savings. You’ll hear why FOMO is a scammer’s best weapon, how influencers (sometimes unknowingly) amplify fraud, why APK s...

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  Episode #6

  Ep #6 | Disinformation : The Oldest Weapon of War | Man Vs Scam

  Sep 7, 202551 minS1

  <p>Cybersecurity experts Utkarshica Srivastava and Brijesh Singh unpack how disinformation really works - from ancient playbooks (think the Ashwathama “trusted source” trick) to modern hybrid warfare that floods your feeds with deepfakes, doctored “victory” clips, and weaponized WhatsApp/Telegram forwards. Using the Pahalgam attack aftermath as a case study, they trace how scammers piggyback on national emotion with fake relief funds, bogus recruitments, and malware-laced links disguised as breaking news. You’ll hear how a deepfake of a “finance minister” went viral, why platforms struggle to keep up, what PIB/fact-checkers can and can’t do, and the simple habits that actu...

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  Episode #5

  Ep #5 | WhatsApp Scams You Didn't See Coming ft. Utkarshica Srivastava and Brijesh Singh

  Jun 22, 202532 minS1

  <p >In this gripping episode of Man vs Scam, cybercrime experts Utkarshica Srivastava and Brijesh Singh exposes the newest tricks used by scammers on WhatsApp — from fake job offers and OTP scams to deepfake audio messages and investment traps. No one is safe, not even your family group chats!</p> <p >🎙️ Featuring real cases, expert analysis, and actionable tips, this episode arms you with everything you need to stay safe in the age of social messaging scams.</p> <p >🔑 What’s inside:</p> <p >Shocking real-life WhatsApp scam stories</p> <p >How fraudsters manipulate trust through voice cloning and fake profiles</p>...

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  Episode #4

  Ep #4 | Ransomware Explained: How Cybercriminals Hijack Businesses Held for Ransom: The Hidden Cost of Corporate Cyberattacks

  May 27, 202535 minS1

  <p>In this eye-opening episode of Man vs Scam, hosts Utkarshica Srivastava and Brijesh Singh dive into the chilling world of ransomware—a modern digital menace that’s silently hijacking systems and holding entire networks hostage. From hospitals and police departments to everyday individuals, no one is truly safe. <br><br>But who’s behind these faceless attacks? Why are even the most secure systems falling prey? And what really happens when the ransom is paid—or not? <br><br>With real-life stories, shocking stats, and expert insights, this episode unravels the anatomy of ransomware and exposes how close we all are...

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