Mike and Torya dive into the world of podcast promotion scams, sharing their encounters with dubious promoters promising inflated numbers and unrealistic guarantees. They discuss the questionable tactics used by these so-called promoters, often linked to bot farms, and why their services may seem too good to be true. Mike and Torya also touch on the larger trend of online scams and how they adapt over time. This episode offers a candid glimpse into the behind-the-scenes challenges of podcasting and the importance of being cautious in the digital world.