History & culture Lost in TimeThe Evolution of Scams

The Evolution of Scams

Long-form11:32EducationPublished Jun 12, 2026, 4:09 PM · 4mo ago

Lost in Time

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269,275

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140

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Engagement

1.2%

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Likes

3.2K

1.2% of views

Comments

119

0.04% of views

Est. ad revenue

$1,077–$2,423

lifetime, $4–9 RPM

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2.1K

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Description

Get 10% off on Manta Sleep: https://tinyurl.com/lostintime10 In this video, we explore creative and clever scams through history. From the cups and balls game that is impossible to win, ancient Egyptian tax fraud. Enjoy! Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:39 The Four Card Game 03:40 Ancient Tax Fraud 04:55 Coin Clipping 08:03 The Goose Neck Game 10:06 Cups and Balls Explained Sources and assets: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1zeLfQOB3ffFHONQDN3FgG3oX_QEvdlZQF55DAl_5hic/edit?usp=sharing

Details

Published: Jun 12, 2026, 4:09 PM
Length: 11:32 (692 s)
Format: Long-form
Category: Education
Audio language: EN-US
Quality: HD
Captions: No
Made for kids: No
Licensed content: Yes
Video ID: G3K5hjfgumk

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