Let's Talk About Scams

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“Let’s Talk About Scams” is the must-listen show for anyone who wants to protect themselves and their loved ones from scams. Host, Joyce Petrowski, and her guests will provide valuable insights and practical tips on how recognize and protect yourself from scams.

Scams can have devastating financial, emotional, and psychological consequences. Each week you will gain insights on scam awareness and tips and tools on how to protect yourself and your loved ones.

Let’s Talk About Scams is broadcast live Tuesdays at 8AM PT on K4HD Radio – Hollywood Talk Radio (www.k4hd.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on the Talk 4 Media Network (www.talk4media.com). Let’s Talk About Scams TV Show is viewed on Talk 4 TV (www.talk4tv.com).

Let’s Talk About Scams Podcast is also available on Talk 4 Media (www.talk4media.com), Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com), iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets.

Disclaimer: The information contained in this podcast is intended for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for individual professional / legal advice. The podcast information was carefully compiled from vetted sources and references; however, R.O.S.E. Resources / Outreach to Safeguard the Elderly cannot guarantee that you will not fall victim to a scam.

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Episode Date
Yikes! The 2025 FBI data is not good!
May 12, 2026
Watch out for gold bar scams
Apr 29, 2026
Don’t respond to random text messages
Apr 21, 2026
Watch out for scammers using remote access
Apr 14, 2026
Using Artificial Intelligence to Research your Software Options
Apr 07, 2026
How to gather information using Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Mar 31, 2026
Is My Grandchild Really In Trouble
Mar 24, 2026
Scammers Looking To Take Your Senior Benefits
Mar 17, 2026
Do I Really Need This?
Mar 10, 2026
Revisiting scams from 20 years ago
Mar 03, 2026
Passwords, Password Managers, Passkeys and How to Manage Updates
Feb 25, 2026
Seemingly Innocent Texts Can Be Deceiving
Feb 17, 2026
My almost scam experience
Feb 11, 2026
How agents investigate pig butchering and other scams
Feb 04, 2026
What can we do to stop overseas scammers?
Jan 28, 2026
Scammers Continue to Devise Unbelievable Schemes
Jan 20, 2026
Time to reflect on some positive experiences
Jan 13, 2026
New Year - Let's Get Down to Scam Basics
Jan 07, 2026
Scam updates and how to protect yourself
Dec 30, 2025
Empowering Conversations About Scams
Dec 23, 2025
Would You See These Minor Differences That Have Huge Consequences?
Dec 16, 2025
Securing Your Cell Phones
Dec 09, 2025
Online Shopping, Charity Scams and How to Protect Yourself
Dec 02, 2025
Job Scams Meet Aging Scams
Nov 25, 2025
Beware of cryptocurrency ATMs
Nov 18, 2025
Sometimes it’s good to act like a sloth
Nov 11, 2025
Learn from our guest why she doesn't write checks anymore
Nov 04, 2025
Subscription Email Scam Our Guest Almost Fell Victim To
Oct 28, 2025
Medicare Scams and How to Protect Yourself
Oct 21, 2025
Where is the urgency?
Oct 14, 2025
Scam Targeting Veterans, Evil Twin Wi-Fi attack, and More!
Oct 07, 2025
Erin's Scam Experience with a Loved One
Sep 30, 2025
Deeper Dive Into Pig Butchering Scams
Sep 23, 2025
Social Engineering and The Need For Recurring Education
Sep 16, 2025
Use gel pens to avoid check washing
Sep 09, 2025
Who Is Most Vulnerable to Romance Scams
Sep 02, 2025
Invite to a Party? Could it be a Scam...Plus Recent FBI PSA’s
Aug 26, 2025
Global Crisis of Pig Butchering Scams
Aug 19, 2025
Martin Hellmer - retired FBI Special Agent
Aug 12, 2025
Phishing and smishing continue to be a problem
Aug 05, 2025
Sometimes we have to intervene
Jul 29, 2025
When in doubt, call your friend
Jul 23, 2025
Don't panic when your computer wails
Jul 16, 2025
Five signs you are being scammed
Jul 08, 2025
Scams Broken Down Into Three Parts - Anatomy of a Scam
Jul 01, 2025
Scammers Don't Leave Voicemails, Or Do They?
Jun 24, 2025
It’s OK to hang up on scammers
Jun 17, 2025
What in the world is pig butchering?
Jun 10, 2025
Data Breaches and Scammers Go Together
Jun 03, 2025
We All Make Mistakes - How to Determine the Safety of a Website Take 2
May 27, 2025
How To Determine The Safety of a Website
May 20, 2025
Investment & Tech Support Scams - Top 2 Scams in 2024 Losses for Older Adults
May 13, 2025
“We’re Not Dealing with Your Father’s Scammers Anymore”
May 06, 2025
FBI's IC3 2024 Statistics - Not Good!
Apr 30, 2025
FBI PSA: FBI Warns of Scammers Impersonating the IC3
Apr 22, 2025
IRS Identity Protection Pin, Why Should I Have One?
Apr 15, 2025
USB Cables - How to Know if They Have Malicious Hardware
Apr 08, 2025
Antivirus, Malware, and EDR - Part 2 - How AI Affects These Protections
Apr 01, 2025
Antivirus, Malware, and EDR - not just for your desktop.
Mar 25, 2025
Pig Butchering Scam & Persuasive Psychological Techniques
Mar 18, 2025
Text Messages and Phishing Scams
Mar 11, 2025
Are you on Social Media? Tune in to learn about Scams on Facebook
Mar 04, 2025
Fraudulent Tax Returns and How to Protect Yourself
Feb 26, 2025
Impersonating Publisher's Clearing House - A Real Life Example
Feb 19, 2025
Anatomy of a Scam
Feb 11, 2025
Unmasking Puppy Scams: Protect Yourself Online
Aug 06, 2024
The Role of NASM in Senior Move Management
Jul 23, 2024
Safeguard Your Move: Insights from a Moving Industry Pro
Jul 09, 2024
Unpacking Home Health vs. Home Care: What You Need to Know
Jun 25, 2024
Data Breaches and Fraud Prevention: Essential Tips
Jun 11, 2024
The Hidden Dangers of Bluetooth: What You Need to Know
May 29, 2024
Connie's Story: From McAfee Alert to Financial Nightmare
May 14, 2024
Behind the Scam: Understanding Money Mules
Apr 30, 2024
Scammed: A Deep Dive into Government Impersonation Frauds
Apr 16, 2024
How to Shield Your Tax Returns from Scammers
Apr 02, 2024
Close Call: Unraveling a Pig Butchering Scam
Mar 19, 2024
The Hidden Costs of Scams: Beyond the Financial Loss
Mar 05, 2024
Beware the Scam: From Facebook Fakes to Bank Jugging Dangers
Feb 20, 2024
The Cost of Clicking: A Tech Support Scam Story
Feb 06, 2024
Breaking Down the Jury Duty Scam
Jan 23, 2024
New Year’s Resolutions: A Scammer’s Playground
Jan 09, 2024
Navigating the Maze of Government Scams
Dec 26, 2023
Scam-Proof Your Holidays: Essential Safety Tips
Dec 13, 2023
When the Call Isn’t Real: Unveiling Grandparent Scams
Nov 29, 2023
Beware: Tech Support Scams Unveiled
Nov 19, 2023
Unmasking Charity Scams: Protecting Your Holiday Generosity
Nov 05, 2023
From Trust to Deception: Understanding the Scammer’s Game
Oct 17, 2023