Shady Business

Modeling in 2025? This is for you. In this episode of Shady Business, hosts Maja and Roberto are joined by the talented photographer and creator of Euphoria Magazine, Anja Stoll. The discussion covers Anja's journey in the photography industry, the creation of her magazine, and the challenges and changes she has witnessed over the years. They dive into scams targeting photographers and models, the...

In this episode of Shady Business, Join hosts Maja and Roberto on 'Shady Business,' the podcast dedicated to uncovering and discussing internet scams and shady business practices. This episode dives into the unauthorized Crumble Cookies pop-up event in Sydney, the topical issue of Stella's Ice Cream dealing with child labor law violations, and an engaging cookie taste test where Roberto tries to d...

Join hosts Maya and Roberto in this episode of the Shady Business podcast where they dive deep into the controversial marketing tactics of Hims and Hers, a telehealth company known for their weight loss products. The discussion covers the history of the company, recent FDA actions, and the psychological ploys used in their advertising, especially focusing on their recent Super Bowl ad. The hosts a...

In this episode of Shady Business, hosts Maja and Roberto dive into various scams and shady practices that operate on the internet. From personal anecdotes and listener submissions, they explore the pitfalls of online trust, highlight common scam tactics, and remind viewers to stay vigilant. They discuss a variety of stories including a local artist getting scammed, an elderly woman being deceived...

In this episode of Shady Business, hosts Maja and Roberto delve into various scams and shady practices prevalent on the internet. They discuss everything from recent developments in the Idaho murder case involving Brian Koberg to the rise of AI deepfakes and their potential for scamming. The duo also shares personal anecdotes about being conned and offers practical tips to help you avoid falling v...

Welcome to the Shady Business Podcast! In today's episode, your host Maja dives into the murky world of car insurance. We break down how much major insurance companies spend on marketing and rank them based on their transparency, customer satisfaction, and value. Learn about shady practices, Maja's personal car mishaps, and find out the most trustworthy insurer out there. Stay informed and make be...

NFT's, Consumer Awareness, Shady Hospitals, Planned Obsolesce, Social/Corporate Responsibility, Holiday Shopping and the Kardashians?! Join Maja and Roberto in this exciting episode of the Shady Business Podcast, where we explore some cool and confusing things happening in today's world. We talk about NFTs, you know those digital pictures that people buy, and wonder if they're really worth it... y...

Welcome to the debut episode of the Shady Business Podcast with your host, Maja! Dive into the dark world of internet scams as we uncover the tricks behind phishing emails, Ponzi, and pyramid schemes. Learn about the infamous pump-and-dump schemes, exemplified by The Wolf of Wall Street and the GameStop saga, and gain insights into advanced fee frauds, including romantic and lottery scams. Get equ...