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Aug 25, 2026 8 min

DMS EP: Are You Being Played?

from Do you know Hosted by Host Dan

What if the best scams don’t look like scams at all? In this solo episode of Dead Mic Society, Dan explores how trust can be built before money or an “opportunity” ever enters the conversation. From name-dropping and stories of success to generosity, social proof, and new friendships, sometimes the warning signs only become obvious after you start putting the pieces together. But not everyone who talks about money is a scammer, and not every new connection has bad intentions. So how do you tell the difference between genuine networking and manipulation? Dan breaks down some of the red flags worth watching for, why slowing things down can be one of your best defenses, and a simple question that can change how you judge someone’s credibility: Would you know you were being scammed before they ever asked you for money? Have a scam story of your own? We want to hear it. Dead Mic Society

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