Nick Stapleton’s storytelling career began over two decades ago in independent television production, where he honed his skills working on investigative documentaries. He progressed to directing and reporting for high-profile consumer journalism programmes, including Dispatches (Channel 4) and Rogue Traders (BBC), gaining a reputation for bold, evidence-driven journalism.

Nick Stapleton | TV Credits 

Nick has produced, directed, and presented his own programmes and has been a guest on many others, including This Morning, where he has served as a guest contributor and scam expert, as well as:

– Scam Interceptors: Co-presenter and investigative reporter
– BBC Morning Live: Scam expert and guest contributor
– Panorama: Reporter and director
– Dispatches: Investigative director and producer
– Rogue Traders: Director and producer
– Watchdog: Director and reporter
– Rip Off Britain: Director and segment producer

Nick Stapleton | Awards

Scam Interceptors

– BAFTA TV Awards 2024 – Daytime: Scam Interceptors received the Daytime Programme award at the 2024 BAFTAs.

– Royal Television Society (RTS) Television Award 2024 – Daytime: The programme also secured the prestigious Daytime Programme honours at the RTS Awards.

– Chartered Trading Standards Institute (CTSI) Hero Business Award 2023: Recognised by CTSI at the UK’s annual Hero Awards, the show won the Business Award for its powerful work in uncovering call-centre scams and protecting consumers in real-time.

– BAFTA TV Awards nomination in 2023 for a for best daytime show.

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– BAFTA TV Award in 2022

Nick Stapleton | Podcast

In 2024, Nick launched Scam Clinic, an insightful podcast that dives deep into the world of fraud, deception, and digital crime. Each episode explores real-life scam stories from investment fraud to romance scams, with interviews with victims, experts, and even former scammers. With his signature blend of empathy, journalistic rigour, and clear-eyed analysis, Nick breaks down how these scams work, why people fall for them, and what listeners can do to protect themselves.

The podcast has been praised for its storytelling and real-world relevance, a vital resource in the age of increasing online threats.

Nick Stapleton | Book

His debut book, How to Beat Scammers, is a practical, eye-opening guide to navigating the modern landscape of fraud. Drawing on years of investigative experience and firsthand accounts from victims, cybersecurity experts, and even reformed scammers, the book exposes the inner workings of over 50 common scams – from phishing emails and fake job offers to deepfake videos and sophisticated investment fraud.

With clarity, compassion, and a touch of urgency, Nick explains not just how these scams succeed, but how readers can recognise the warning signs and protect themselves and their loved ones. Accessible, empowering, and often chilling, How to Beat Scammers has been hailed as an essential read in an increasingly connected and vulnerable digital world.

Nick Stapleton | Speaker

Nick’s keynote talks blend shocking real-world case studies with practical tools and insights, making his sessions as educational as they are memorable. He regularly speaks at industry conferences, corporate training sessions, policy panels, and public forums, offering a rare combination of deep investigative experience and public communication skills.

Whether addressing senior financial leaders, government stakeholders, or general audiences, he tailors his message to raise awareness and drive action on one of today’s fastest-growing threats.

Booked via Great British Speakers

Nick recently (March 2026) a talk and Q&A on the Understanding of Economic Crime and Fraud.

Call +44 1753 439 289 or email Great British Speakers now to book scam expert and award-winning TV presenter Nick Stapleton for your next event.  Contact us.