"Charlie Self" wrote:

Hey, have you noticed a new kind of sales call, a scam about your
number having won whatever the hell--laptop, Rolex, in a sing-song
accent?

Don't pop a blood vessel, take control.

Make the son of a bitch hang up.

As soon as they ask a question, very pleasantly respond,

"That's a very interesting question"

"May I ask you a question?"

"Why did you ask me that question?"

Shut the f**k up and wait for the answer which will undoubtedly be another
question.

When question is asked, repeat above response.

Trust me, I can make anybody quit since I am in total control.

It all depends on how long they want to endure the pain before they quit.

My longest encounter was with a Jehovah Witness which was less than 3
minutes.

SFWIW, the "Bible Thumpers" give up in less time than the JWs.

Lew