Robo-Cop

Press 1. It's payback time.

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By Gene Weingarten

Sunday, November 23, 2008

I do not like robo-calls, especially a certain highly manipulative one I've been getting a lot lately. The last time, I was ready.

Voice: Don't be alarmed, but this is your final offer for lower interest rates on your current account! This offer expires today! Press "1" to be connected to a live agent.

[1]

Woman: This is account services.

Me: Hi. I would like a lower interest rate on my current account!

Woman: Okay. First I need to get some personal information.

Me: Okay.

Woman: What is your name?

Me: Osvaldo Maëstroño!pop'olaiekiu.

Woman: Okay, that's M-a- ... ?

Me: M-a, then an "e" with an umlaut, then...

Woman: I'm sorry?

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