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How to crack a combination bike lock in under 30 seconds

Forgot the combo to your old bike lock? Here's a super-fast way to crack it. Rather scary really... The real lesson to take away is this: Don't lock your bike up using a combination-lock. Go buy a lock with a ...

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How to beat a dropping claw arcade machine

Go into an arcade or video game and you'll see one of those tricky claw or crane machine. Have you ever seen anyone win on one of those? Probably not. The video demonstrator owns his own claw machine, so he ...

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How to quickly copy keys using a camera, printer and Dremel

Try a new approach to copying a house key... use your computer! You don't need to be an expert locksmith to make a duplicate key, you just need a camera, computer and printer. Sure, it's not the perfect ...

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How to print counterfeit money

Did you know that as a deterrent to counterfeiting Photoshop will NOT print any images that look like money? Here's a way to work around that using Photoshop and Adobe Imageready. Follow along with this con ...

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How to beat a polygraph or lie detector test

Get away with lying? Well, not a chance with your girlfriend but this is said to work with the polygraph or lie detector machine.

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How to modify a pen to help you cheat on exams

Learn how to make a pen in which to easily conceal and retrieve test and exam answers by watching this how-to video. If you're too lazy to ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by FFox | Comments 8

How to open a master padlock with a beer can

Check out this video to learn how to open a master padlock using simply a beer can. All you need is a 1" tall piece of aluminum from an ...more

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Curated last month by rmansur | Comments 0

How to outwit carnies at carnival games

Tired of spending $20 at the carnival to get a teddy bear worth $2.99? Here’s how to beat the carnies at their own games. This video will ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by Howcast | Comments 7

How to perform the parking payoff hustle

When faced with the threat of having their car towed, people are willing to do almost anything. This can happen at anytime, so be careful.

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0

How to perform the slap swindle

Alex and Jess fake an argument in a jewelers shop allowing Paul to use sleight of hand to steal an expensive watch. This takes knowledge of ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0

How to pick a Brinks high security lock

Ever wanted to learn how to pick a lock? Well, there's no better time than now to start learning the craft of so many locksmiths out there ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 1

How to pick a lock

Locked yourself out of the house? Most common pin and tumbler locks can be picked with a little luck and finesse—so before you call a ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by Howcast | Comments 8

How to pick a lock for beginners

This lock picking video explains in detail how to pick a lock in seconds! With only a homemade tension wrench and a bobby pin! First ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 13

How to pick a lock with a metal piece from a pen

You lost the key to the lock that protects your most valuable possessions, now what? Watch this how-to hack video and learn to pick a lock ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by JayNibbles | Comments 12

How to pick a normal lock

This video tutorial is for educational purposes only. See how to pick a normal lock with a tension allen wrench and a small screwdriver ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by WonderDude Mike | Comments 11

How to pick deadbolt locks with a tension wrench and lockpick

Check out this video to see how to pick a deadbolt lock with a tension ...more

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Curated 12 months ago by rmansur | Comments 3

How to pick handcuff locks

Learn how you can open handcuffs using common items such as paper clips and more. This can come in handy for those late nights at bars.

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 2

How to pick multi-disk combination locks

this video we will return to computer hacking videos for a while. In this video we demonstrate how to unlock the Master Lock 653D, Targus ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by Rube McGee | Comments 1

How to pick single-pin locks

Ever wanted to learn how to pick a lock? Well, there's no better time than now to start learning the craft of so many locksmiths out there ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0

How to pick your way out of handcuffs

If you find yourself in a tricky situation, such as your hands being bound together by handcuffs, you might be wondering how to get out of ...more

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Curated last month by tenebrism | Comments 0

How to practice the art of street cons with Michael Shermer

The art of the con is as old as civilization, employing the skills of ...more

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Curated 10 months ago by bird crick | Comments 4

How to print counterfeit money

Did you know that as a deterrent to counterfeiting Photoshop will NOT print any images that look like money? Here's a way to work around ...more

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Curated 2 years ago by The Wonder Team | Comments 17

How to pull off the short change con bar trick

This episode, we're turning to the dark side and learning actual CRIME. Remember, the following is for informational and educational ...more

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Curated 9 months ago by bird crick | Comments 0

How to quickly copy keys using a camera, printer and Dremel

In this ten-step video tutorial, you'll learn how to quickly copy keys ...more

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Curated 7 months ago by The Wonder Team | Comments 4

How to snooper-proof your RFID chip loaded wallet

Did you know that malicious people can use scanners to read the Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) chips in your credit cards and ...more

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Curated 2 years ago by cwiltz | Comments 1

How to steal credit cards with a card catcher

Real Hustle TV shows you the card catcher scam. Using a device called a card catcher hustlers and cons can steal credit cards from ATM ...more

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Curated 2 years ago by cwiltz | Comments 2

How to successfully bypass padlocks with a lock pick

For lockpicking, there's tension wrenches and lock picks. There's all ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0

How to understand lock bumping for picking locks

This educational video demonstrates how lock bumping works. This is essential information for beginner lock picking. Watch this video and ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0

How to use loaded dice at a casino

Alex and paul use mis-spotted and loaded dice to scam other gamblers in a casino. This video shows how to get your own loaded dice onto to ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0

How to avoid extreme social compliances

Paul and Alex demonstrate extreme social compliance by posing as policeman investigating suspected stolen goods, only to steal the goods ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 2

How to avoid the bluetooth scam

The Hustlers expose a flaw with the Bluetooth software in many phones, which they use to hijak other peoples' mobiles and call a premium ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by h77idz11 | Comments 0

How to beat a dropping claw arcade machine

Go into an arcade or video game and you'll see one of those tricky claw or crane machine. Have you ever seen anyone win on one of those ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by tenebrism | Comments 23

How to beat the stuffed animal crane game

Tired of loosing your money on the stuffed animal crane machine? Beat that carnival crane game and get the stuffed animal you want once and ...more

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Curated 2 years ago by colin | Comments 30

How to break bricks with your hands

Check out this how-to video and learn how to break bricks with your hands. This strong man trick actually requires very little strength ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 2

How to break stones laid on your body

Yet another one of the strongman's classic tricks , this is a variation on the 'iron body.The effect is perhaps even more striking than the ...more

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Curated 2 years ago by Klaus Macht Alles | Comments 0

How to bribe a bouncer or door guy at a club

What's the best way to bribe a bouncer at a club? It takes tact and strategy. Fold a bill up with the denomination showing into a tiny ...more

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Curated 9 months ago by bird crick | Comments 0

How to bypass security wafers when lock picking

Ever wanted to learn how to pick a lock? Well, there's no better time than now to start learning the craft of so many locksmiths out there ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0

How to catch an intruder with highlighter glow residue

This is an easy trick you can use to catch anyone that is getting into ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by FFox | Comments 2

How to cheat in school with your iPod

Learn how to transform your iPod into the ultimate tool for cheating on exams and tests in school.

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Curated 1 year ago by h77idz11 | Comments 4

How to cheat on a test with a water bottle

Check out this conning how-to video of the classic water bottle cheat sheet. As an homage to some of our favorite tricks, here's an old one ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by WonderDude Mike | Comments 8

How to cheat with a hidden cheat sheet neck tie

This episode will introduce you a cheat sheet, hidden in your necktie. This is the second method of making cheat sheets by Cheet Sheet ...more

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Curated 11 months ago by bird crick | Comments 0

How to con a hotel patron

This video shows you what could happen if you were to allow maintenance into your room. If a maintenance man tries to lure you into the ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 1

How to con a vending machine & get 2 Cokes for the cost of 1

Follow these step by step instructions to learn how to hack a vending ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by WonderDude Mike | Comments 67

How to crack a master lock (not pick) to get the combo

Just like the title says, learn how to crack a master lock. Not pick ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 4

How to crack a Master safe lock

Learn how a Master Lock known as a "safe" lock can be opened using a few simple items.

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Curated 1 year ago by cwiltz | Comments 1

How to debunk the free candy cheat myth

This video clip shows you how you cannot fool any candy machine and debunks the mythical paper hacks in detail. Some say it works, some say ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by Amie | Comments 10

How to detect security pins when picking locks

Lock picking can be difficult with some security features. This instructional video shows you what happens when you encounter them and what ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by undrH2O | Comments 0

How to do the backgammon hustle

Paul and Alex try their luck at backgammon with controlled dice shots and hustling techniques. Watch out for these key things while playing ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0

How to extend the length of a class paper

Watch this video to learn a simple cheat that will make your paper longer. Good trick to know when you are in a crunch and need to stretch ...more

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Curated 10 months ago by rmansur | Comments 1

How to find the combination to any combo lock

How to find the combination to any three number combo lock without using any tools, pen, or paper in less than 12 seconds. This lock picking ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 6

How to get a drink at the bar using a chain and a ring

An easy way to get a drink using a chain and a ring. A simple trick ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 3

How to lock pick handcuffs

Lost your keys? Well, check out this video on lockpicking. Here, you will learn how to lock pick handcuffs. Handcuff locks are actually ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0

How to lock pick tubular locks with a special pick

Lost your keys? Well, check out this video on lockpicking. Here, you will learn how to lock pick tubular locks with a special pick. If ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 2

How to make a fake UFO picture

This how-to video shows how to make your very own realistic UFO encounter. Learn how to make your own fake UFO picture and trick your ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by tenebrism | Comments 2

How to make a stealth beer can for drinking in public

How to make a hidden cover for your beer can when drinking in public ...more

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Curated 6 months ago by rmansur | Comments 1

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WonderHowTo loves pranks. So, naturally we're big fans of College Humor, particularly Prank Wars. Prank Wars stars Amir and Streeter, best pals. Best pals that love to humiliate one another...to say ...

From Dying To Flying

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Ew. Livestream of Patient's Brain Being Sliced. Watch Now.

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Rosemarie Fiore is badass. She makes art with pyrotechnics, amusement park rides, Atari, guns, and pinball machines. Though all of her work is cool, I have to say my favorite piece is Fiore's larger ...

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