Na-Scam Ka Na Ba?

Na-Scam Ka Na Ba?
Na-Scam Ka Na Ba?
Format Infotainment Documentary
Created by GMA Network
Developed by Q
Starring

Leo Martinez

Maureen Larazabal
Country of origin Philippines
Production
Running time 1 hour
Broadcast
Original channel Q
Picture format 480i SDTV
Original run November 20, 2005 – April 8, 2006
Chronology
Preceded by My Guardian Abby
Followed by Family Zoo

Na-Scam Ka Na Ba? (Are You Victimed by Scam?) was a television program in the Philippines that focused on scams being perpetrated in the Philippines. The program was hosted by Leo Martinez and Maureen Larrazabal.[1] and aired on QTV. It ran from November 20, 2005 until April 8, 2006.

Outline

Each show gives details about a batch of scams on a particular topic.[1] The show features confessions of various con artists and details of how they scammed their victims. It also relates the stories of individuals who lost money and property to scam artists. Some people featured on the show are still traumatized by the experience; their faces are covered by shadows and their names replaced. This show warns viewers to be careful of scammers and their "shady schemes and malicious operations" and gives tips on how to avoid being a victim.[1]

The show is considered "infotainment" and is presented in a factual but entertaining manner. As co-host, Maureen Larrazabal, stated, "It is done in a light and funny way so it doesn’t come across as hurtful to persons who experienced first-hand the scenarios we act out.".[2]

See also

References

  1. ^ a b c "Con artists bare modus operandi in QTV’s show Na-Scam Ka Na Ba?". The Manila Bulletin Online. June 20, 2006. Archived from the original on 2008-03-14. http://web.archive.org/web/20080314185547/http://www.mb.com.ph/issues/2006/06/20/ENTR2006062067243.html. Retrieved 2007-10-04. 
  2. ^ Bracamonte, Earl D.C. (July 20, 2006). "The Scam-free Show". The Daily Tribune. http://www.tribune.net.ph/20060720/life/20060720lif1.html. Retrieved 2007-10-08. [dead link]


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