The faceless crime of romance scams results in the loss of not only a relationship but also the identity of the person in the stolen photographs.

In part three of our romance scam mini-series, Ruth Grover from Scam Haters United shares the story of Edward, a man whose identity has been used thousands of times in various scams. We explore a particularly intense case where a victim, unable to distinguish between Edward and the scammer, escalated her pursuit for justice from the FBI to CID and finally filed a civil lawsuit against Edward. Join us as we unpack romance fraud's emotional fallout and legal complexities.

About Cyber Made Human

The name says it all. We believe that at the heart of cybersecurity are people: those who protect us and those who pose threats. We often hear the biggest vulnerability in cyber is humans, so let’s make it accessible to everyone.

In an increasingly digital world, understanding cybersecurity is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity. Yet, the world of cybersecurity is often positioned as a jargon-filled, complex world that someone else should consider.

This show aims to break these barriers and show how exciting and diverse this industry is. From social engineering and the dark web to language and the endless career opportunities in this space.

Host Alice Violet is a podcast producer who offers end-to-end podcast services including training. Learn more at alicevioletcreative.com.