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The Grammar of Grift: Why Scammers Desperately Need a Proofreader

July

Angie MarCo
July 1, 2025
Spam and Scams

The Grammar of Grift: Why Scammers Desperately Need a Proofreader

Let’s be honest: the quickest way to spot a scam email is to hunt for its grammatical carnage. Commas materialize in places where even seasoned linguists wouldn’t dare tread, and other times, they’re as rare as a real royal inheritance. One minute, you’re halfway through a sentence, and suddenly you’re gasping for air, lost in a sea of clauses that never seem to end. If the scammer’s ultimate goal is to exhaust you before you reach the part where you’re supposed to give them your Social Security number, then mission accomplished. Imagine a world where a comma could save your fortune—one well-placed punctuation mark might just be your best defense.

From Spam to Sham: The Evolution of Ridiculously Obvious Internet Lies

June

Angie MarCo
June 26, 2025
Spam and Scams

From Spam to Sham: The Evolution of Ridiculously Obvious Internet Lies

Let’s face it—if Mark Twain were alive today, he’d likely revise his famous quote to say, “A lie can travel halfway around the world while the Wi-Fi is still connecting.” The internet, that glorious cesspool of memes, cat videos, and questionable life advice, is also the natural habitat for some of the most outrageously obvious lies ever concocted. From Nigerian princes to miraculous weight-loss gummies, the evolution of online fibs is a masterclass in audacity. Grab your popcorn as we explore this evolution from spam to sham, one ridiculous claim at a time.

Your Package is Delayed: Text Scams That Prey on Our Online Shopping Addiction

April

Angie MarCo
April 29, 2025
Spam and Scams

Your Package is Delayed: Text Scams That Prey on Our Online Shopping Addiction

Ah, online shopping—the beloved pastime of modern humanity. Few things bring as much joy as clicking *Add to Cart* and imagining the beautiful package that will soon arrive, like a gift from your past, more financially reckless self. It’s that little dopamine boost we all crave, the thrill of tracking your package as it moves closer to your doorstep. But as glorious as two-day shipping and checkout discounts may be, they’ve created a fertile playground for a less savory cadre of opportunists: scam artists.

Spam Bots: The Artificial Intelligence That Really Needs a Nap

April

Angie MarCo
April 23, 2025
Spam and Scams

Spam Bots: The Artificial Intelligence That Really Needs a Nap

If artificial intelligence were a family, spam bots would be the eccentric cousins who show up uninvited, talk endlessly, and leave everyone longing for a moment of peace. These digital devils are everywhere—popping into inboxes, hijacking comment sections, and sliding into your DMs with offers that make you wonder, “Who even falls for this?” But while their persistence is undeniable, one thing is certain: spam bots are the overachievers no one asked for. Seriously, someone give them a nap.

GoFund Yourself: The Wild Adventures of Fake GoFundMe Goals

March

Angie MarCo
March 20, 2025
Spam and Scams

GoFund Yourself: The Wild Adventures of Fake GoFundMe Goals

As one dives deeper into the realm of crowdfunding, it becomes apparent that the range of campaigns is vast and varied. Some are driven by genuine need, while others are simply whimsical. The man behind the inflatable banana, for example, provided a detailed description of how he envisioned the banana becoming a local landmark, attracting tourists and boosting the local economy. His enthusiasm was infectious, encouraging even the skeptics to consider donating.

Spam: More Than Just a Can of Mystery Meat

August

Angie MarCo
August 7, 2024
Spam and Scams

Spam: More Than Just a Can of Mystery Meat

When most people hear the word "Spam," they think of the iconic blue and yellow can of processed meat that has been a pantry staple for decades.

July

The Grammar of Grift: Why Scammers Desperately Need a Proofreader

June

From Spam to Sham: The Evolution of Ridiculously Obvious Internet Lies

April

Your Package is Delayed: Text Scams That Prey on Our Online Shopping Addiction

April

Spam Bots: The Artificial Intelligence That Really Needs a Nap

March

GoFund Yourself: The Wild Adventures of Fake GoFundMe Goals

August

Spam: More Than Just a Can of Mystery Meat

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