FBI, CIA, DEA and the ABCs of Spotting Scammers
About this episode
The episode discusses how to spot scammers on dating apps with insights from private investigator Shelley Cain.
Falling for a scammer posing as a romantic interest? It happens more often than you'd think—and not just to the naïve. Even the most seasoned dating app users can get caught in a web of sweet talk and stolen valor. In this episode, we chat with private investigator Shelley Cain, whose job is all about catching cheaters and unmasking frauds. She shares how scammers often hide behind fake badges, ranks, and uniforms —and how to spot the red flags before your heart (and bank account) takes a hit. Plus, a real-life cautionary tale of a lonely heart.
People in this episode
Hosts: Jinah Kim, Daniel Yi
Guest: Shelley Cain
Topics covered
- scammers
- dating apps
- fraud
- investigation
- red flags
- relationships
Keywords
- scammers
- dating apps
- fraud
- red flags
- private investigator
- cheaters
- romantic interest
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: FBI, CIA, DEA
More episodes of I Hate Dating Apps
- The Real Reason Conversations Die on Dating Apps
- Is old-school dating really incompatible with modern dating apps?
- The Time I Asked for Sex on Dating Apps
- My Neighbor Rick and His Weird Dates
- Are Dating Apps Bad for Your Mental Health?
- Nobody Has it Worse Than ME On Dating Apps
Explore listener stats, chart rankings, contacts and more on the I Hate Dating Apps podcast page.