THE MAN BEHIND THE STORY

Swiped is an enthralling, true-life journey into the mind and life of Garrie Henwood, a master of deception who orchestrated one of the most audacious crime sprees in British history. In the 1990s, when credit cards were becoming a primary target for fraudsters, Henwood seized his chance. Armed with charm, intelligence, and an almost insatiable thirst for the thrill of deception, he managed to swindle over £1 million from banks, leaving a trail of chaos in his wake and making headlines across the UK. In this gripping podcast series, listeners are transported into the high-stakes world of credit card fraud, where clever tricks, high-risk maneuvers, and narrow escapes were just a day’s work for Henwood. Each episode unveils new facets of his schemes, from the meticulous planning that went into each con to the impulsive decisions that often kept authorities at his heels but unable to catch him. As Henwood wove a web of deception across multiple countries, he became one of the most notorious figures in the banking world—a phantom who seemed to vanish as quickly as he appeared, leaving investigators baffled and desperate to put an end to his spree. Swiped takes listeners beyond the headlines and into the complex psyche of a career fraudster. Through this immersive audio journey, we explore the lengths Henwood went to perfect his art, constantly adapting his techniques and tactics to outsmart the system. With in-depth storytelling and expert insights, we unpack the motives and mentalities that drive people like Henwood—a fascinating blend of ambition, greed, and audacity that kept him thriving on the edge. The series also delves into the ripple effects of his crimes, showing how his actions impacted not only banks but also the lives of everyday people caught in the crossfire.For fans of high-stakes heists, real-life crime, and the minds behind them, Swiped is an unparalleled exploration into a world most people never see—a world where a single individual could manipulate complex banking systems and walk away with staggering amounts of money. It’s part history, revealing the vulnerability of banking security at the dawn of the digital age; part cautionary tale, warning of the dangers lurking in a world of easy credit; and all intrigue, providing a front-row seat to a story that is as captivating as it is cautionary. Follow Swiped for an unmissable journey into the dark allure of deception, a story of one man’s rise and fall that will leave you questioning just how secure your own world really is.

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Meet the podcast host, Dom Fraser

A close friend of Garrie who guides you through the immersive journey of SWIPED. Dom thrives to match his tone, and delivery, to the captivating moments throughout this unbelievable story.