Fast and Loose

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Fast and Loose
Number 22
Broadcast Date August 14, 2008
Episode Length 9:24
Hosts Brian Brushwood

This game goes by a bunch of names: "fast and loose," "pricking the garter," "the endless chain," "the strap..." The object is simple: a chain is laid in a figure-eight configuration. One of the holes is the true center of the chain and will hold "fast," while the other will not hold, and is instead "loose".

Revision3 Summary

The Setup: Setup as a guessing game, it's supposed to match the wits of the "thrower" against the "guesser." If the guesser chooses the side that holds fast, he wins.

Like most great con games, "Fast and Loose" actually offers zero chance for the player to win. With a carefully executed throw, the chain is laid in what looks like a legit figure eight, but in fact NEITHER of the two sides holds fast... (in real games of fast and loose, shills would "win" from time to time, just to keep players convinced it was fair).

Now you can follow in the footsteps of great con men, by taking your friends with this classic scam.

Next Week

Don't forget! Next episode! Very special, very useful tip. We're going to be learning how to change your NiMH batteries into Lithium Ions.

Great Quotes

"Scam School and its parent corporation, Revision3.com, wholeheartedly recommend that you do not engage in any illegal activities. We wholeheartedly support the efforts of law enforcement to crack down on crime." -Brian

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Preceded by:
"Clever Match Trick Scores Free Drinks"
Fast and Loose
Followed by:
"The Ash"