3 episodes
Love, Janessa CBC True Crime
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4.5 • 107 Ratings
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Behind every catfish, there’s the bait. Who is Janessa Brazil? Stolen images of an adult entertainment star are being used to con victims out of thousands of dollars, breaking hearts in the process. Journalist Hannah Ajala embarks on a quest to find Janessa, in this 7-part true crime series. And who is responsible for catfishing scams? Produced for the BBC World Service and CBC Podcasts by Antica Productions and Telltale Industries.
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From My World To Yours
New Year’s Eve. Simon receives a message from a beautiful stranger, named Shirley: “Greetings…from my world to yours.” A digital flirtation begins. Then Shirley needs cash – fast. Shirley’s photo is actually adult entertainment “cam girl” Janessa Brazil and many accounts are using her image to lure victims. Who is Janessa? Has she any idea that she’s the bait in worldwide catfishing schemes? Please note, this series contains adult themes and strong language.
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The Big Fish
Roberto is in love. Without ever seeing her or talking to her, he thinks he falls deeply for Janessa. He sends thousands of dollars and begs her to leave the adult entertainment world. Everyone tells the Italian sustainable farmer that he’s being scammed. Then why is Janessa coming to meet him at an airport in Europe? Please note, this series contains adult themes and strong language.
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Introducing “Love, Janessa”
“I love her. I just love her!” You meet someone online. It turns out many others think they have fallen for the same person. Introducing the search for the unwitting face of a digital con. With host, Hannah Ajala. Launching 23 January 2023.
Customer Reviews
CBC and BBC: A match made in heaven
Hannah really knocked it out of the park with this one!! I’m two episodes in and completely hooked. The content and pacing are excellent - I haven’t been this excited for the next episode of a podcast since Hunting Warhead. The calibre of podcast content that CBC consistently puts out is truly incredible.
Obsessed
Amazing host and production. Men’s egos are absolutely wild though WOW.
Excellent start
Good first episode. Recommend a listen.