Join Kate Knibbs, senior writer at WIRED, as she chats with Carlos Barragán, author of The Yahoo Boys, about his journey into the world of Nigerian romance scammers.

Barragán brings a unique blend of journalism and personal insight to this fascinating tale. As a former reporter turned novelist, he uncovers the human stories behind these internet cons, weaving humor with heartache in a compelling read.

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