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Chris Bartlett shares a What Would Taylor Do segment & discusses his recent conversation with a phone scammer that went way different than you would expect! Taylor talks about managing conflict within friendships & shares a story of when he felt closest to the parents of Jesus. Subscribe/Rate Never miss out on the craziness of each episode by hitting the subscribe button RIGHT NOW! Help other people find the show by taking a few moments to leave a review in your podcasting app. Thanks! YouTube Check out the show and other exclusive videos on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/fortecatholic Connect

Gavin's Phone Scam: Marvel Home Repair full 330 Thu, 04 Jun 2026 16:08:58 +0000 5QnNOsIuQ9E62HZqYCkmZyHCquyMLPo6 comedy The Wake Up Call comedy Gavin's Phone Scam: Marvel Home Repair The Wake Up Call is a morning radio show based in Sacramento, California, and heard weekday mornings on 106.5 the End. Gavin, Katie, and Intern Kevin wake up every morning to have FUN and be FUNNY, while you start your day. This show has unbelievable chemistry and will keep you laughing all morning! 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Comedy https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3

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*EZ's new "DEFECTOR" hoodie available hereNote: "Act 2" is a separate published audio podcast.*Check out EZ's morning radio show "The InZane Asylum Q100 Michigan with Eric Zane" Click here*Get a FREE 7 day trial to Patreon to "try it out."*Watch the show live, daily at 8AM EST on Twitch! Please click here to follow the page.Email the show on the Shoreliners Striping inbox: eric@ericzaneshow.comTopics:*EZ's brain on overdrive.*EZ's D- Day Memorial Skydive Jump is June 6. Buy your jump here from Skydive Grand Haven. RSVP to the Jump Here*EZ with another major Fraud Bus catastrophe.*Trump Phones are a total scam.*Hawaiian native beats shit out of tourist for throwing huge rock at seal (thankfully the rock missed). Ass-kicking native gets commendation*School Board gets earful from kid who was told by board member that "she was hot."*Crazy Karen in EZ's neck of the woods video 1*Crazy Karen in EZ's neck of the woods video 1*Horse pushes out "mother of all farts."*Asshole of the DaySponsors: Lexie Marie Photography, Jenison Pool and Spa Depot, Zalenski Outdoor Services, Impact Power Sports, Kuiper Tree Care, Frank Fuss / My Policy Shop Insurance, Kings Room Barbershop, Shoreliners Striping, Ervines Auto Repair Grand Rapids Hybrid & EV,Interested in advertising? Email eric@ericzaneshow.com and let me design a marketing plan for you.Contact: Shoreliners Striping inbox eric@ericzaneshow.comDiscord LinkEZSP TikTokSubscribe to my YouTube channelHire me on Cameo!Tshirts available herePlease subscribe, rate & write a review on Apple Podcastspatreon.com/ericzaneInstagram: ericzaneshowTwitterAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

*EZ's new "DEFECTOR" hoodie available hereNote: "Act 1" is a separate published audio podcast.*Check out EZ's morning radio show "The InZane Asylum Q100 Michigan with Eric Zane" Click here*Get a FREE 7 day trial to Patreon to "try it out."*Watch the show live, daily at 8AM EST on Twitch! Please click here to follow the page.Email the show on the Shoreliners Striping inbox: eric@ericzaneshow.comTopics:*EZ's brain on overdrive.*EZ's D- Day Memorial Skydive Jump is June 6. Buy your jump here from Skydive Grand Haven. RSVP to the Jump Here*EZ with another major Fraud Bus catastrophe.*Trump Phones are a total scam.*Hawaiian native beats shit out of tourist for throwing huge rock at seal (thankfully the rock missed). Ass-kicking native gets commendation*School Board gets earful from kid who was told by board member that "she was hot."*Crazy Karen in EZ's neck of the woods video 1*Crazy Karen in EZ's neck of the woods video 1*Horse pushes out "mother of all farts."*Asshole of the DaySponsors: Sponsors ILexie Marie Photography, Jenison Pool and Spa Depot, Zalenski Outdoor Services, Impact Power Sports, Kuiper Tree Care, Frank Fuss / My Policy Shop Insurance, Kings Room Barbershop, Shoreliners Striping, Ervines Auto Repair Grand Rapids Hybrid & EV,Interested in advertising? Email eric@ericzaneshow.com and let me design a marketing plan for you.Contact: Shoreliners Striping inbox eric@ericzaneshow.comDiscord LinkEZSP TikTokSubscribe to my YouTube channelHire me on Cameo!Tshirts available herePlease subscribe, rate & write a review on Apple Podcastspatreon.com/ericzaneInstagram: ericzaneshowTwitterAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Gavin's Phone Scam: Kannon's Taxes full 321 Tue, 14 Apr 2026 17:49:33 +0000 rY5FBrzLuYzvSH9ra1mpfrt9tqycDT2C comedy The Wake Up Call comedy Gavin's Phone Scam: Kannon's Taxes The Wake Up Call is a morning radio show based in Sacramento, California, and heard weekday mornings on 106.5 the End. Gavin, Katie, and Intern Kevin wake up every morning to have FUN and be FUNNY, while you start your day. This show has unbelievable chemistry and will keep you laughing all morning! 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Comedy False https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%

This episode shifts from investing to the growing threat of scams—especially targeting older adults—breaking down how common fraud tactics work, from fake virus alerts and spoofed calls to AI-driven voice cloning and recovery scams. Don and Tom emphasize a simple but powerful rule: if you didn't initiate the contact, assume it's a scam, and never act under pressure. The conversation then pivots to listener questions, covering how to construct a globally diversified portfolio with proper U.S./international balance, how to structure fixed income for retirement income needs, and why investors should resist the urge to “take winnings” after gains—focusing instead on long-term discipline and occasional rebalancing.0:05 Scams targeting older adults and why susceptibility increases1:21 AARP article and life in The Villages as a scam hotspot backdrop3:05 Fake virus alerts and tech support scams (iPad example, $25K loss)6:10 Scale of scam losses (older Americans, underreporting, $5B+ impact)6:48 Common scam types: fake purchases, investment fraud, and urgency tactics7:23 Caller ID spoofing and law enforcement impersonation scams8:25 AI voice cloning and evolving scam sophistication8:39 Call screening tools and reducing scam exposure9:53 Bank impersonation scams using stolen personal data11:14 IRS scams—what the IRS actually does (mail only)11:57 Key defense rule: urgency = scam12:47 “Recovery scams” targeting prior victims13:27 Core principle: assume unsolicited contact is fraudulent14:44 Transition to listener Q&A intro and contact methods16:07 Portfolio construction: balancing U.S. vs international exposure using ETFs18:00 Fixed income strategy: BND vs CDs, money markets, income buckets19:26 Listener question: should you “take profits” after gains?20:03 Why long-term investing ≠ gambling (stay invested vs timing)21:39 Exception: rebalancing vs profit-taking22:38 Historical perspective on long-term economic growthQuestions? Comments? Click!

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Gavin's Phone Scam: Getting Cut Off full 320 Mon, 30 Mar 2026 15:46:48 +0000 5wAZJThYlTugO2SJVDvtHl1yXuG4Anmk comedy The Wake Up Call comedy Gavin's Phone Scam: Getting Cut Off The Wake Up Call is a morning radio show based in Sacramento, California, and heard weekday mornings on 106.5 the End. Gavin, Katie, and Intern Kevin wake up every morning to have FUN and be FUNNY, while you start your day. This show has unbelievable chemistry and will keep you laughing all morning! 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Comedy False https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A

The Japanese government adopted a bill to tighten the law against the fraudulent use of mobile phones at a cabinet meeting on Tuesday, in response to a surge in investment fraud and romance scam cases.

We're excited for St Patty's Day and this phone scam is one that has me calling a pawn shop to tell them I found a leprechaun hat and I won't take no for an answer on selling it.

Phone scams get dismissed as background noise or just annoying interruptions and unknown numbers with robotic voices we learn to ignore. But behind that noise is an industry built on psychology, automation, and staggering profitability. My guest today is Alex Quilici. He's an engineer, entrepreneur, and the CEO of YouMail, a company focused on protecting consumers and businesses from unwanted and fraudulent calls. Alex has spent years analyzing how robocalls and scam campaigns are designed, how they evolve, and why they continue to work despite better technology and increased awareness. What began as a voicemail platform shifted into fraud prevention after users unintentionally revealed a powerful truth that even small friction can disrupt scam operations. He shares how his own father got pulled into a tech support scam which cemented his mission to move beyond blocking calls and toward tracing and stopping scams closer to their source. We talk about how scam calls are engineered, the tactics that trigger panic and urgency, and how criminals use data breaches, AI tools, and impersonation to sound convincing. We also explore what's changing, including fewer random calls, more targeted attacks, rising text and messaging scams, and the difficult balance between stopping fraud and allowing legitimate calls through. Alex shares practical ways consumers and businesses can reduce risk, along with a candid look at why this problem is so persistent and where it's likely heading next. Show Notes: [2:23] Alex explains how YouMail shifted from a voicemail company into fraud prevention after noticing users using an out-of-service message to deter robocallers. [3:25] Discussion turns to robocall volume, with Alex estimating billions of calls per day and roughly five billion robocalls per month. [4:10] About half of all robocalls are unwanted, while the rest include legitimate reminders from doctors, hospitals, and financial institutions. [5:05] Alex notes that legitimate telemarketing still exists but is now heavily overshadowed by sketchy and scam-driven campaigns. [6:40] Scam calls have declined in raw volume, yet attackers are becoming more targeted and efficient. [7:15] Scammers increasingly pivot to texts, email, and messaging platforms where third-party blocking is harder. [9:27] Alex describes limited progress shutting down shady telemarketers but better success against large-scale illegal robocall operations. [11:05] Sense of urgency emerges as the dominant tactic, often involving fake charges, legal threats, or financial panic triggers. [13:10] Modern scams combine spoofed caller ID with breached personal data to create highly convincing impersonations. [16:27] Scammers are compared to extremely motivated marketers who rapidly adopt AI and optimization techniques. [17:30] The economics are startling, with scam campaigns generating enormous profits at extremely low cost per call. [18:44] Alex advises letting unexpected calls go to voicemail and returning calls through verified, official channels. [20:50] Panic-based bank account scams are highlighted as particularly dangerous because fear overrides logic. [23:19] Businesses are identified as vulnerable targets, especially through employees' personal mobile phones. [31:52] Enforcement efforts are increasing, and Alex predicts stronger regulatory pressure over the coming year. [35:54] Impersonation scams tied to toll roads, DMVs, crypto, and romance schemes are flagged as growing threats. [38:19] A simple defensive principle is reinforced: pause, disengage, and verify independently before taking action. [41:44] Alex outlines YouMail's call-screening approach, adding friction that blocks automated scam systems while allowing real callers through. Thanks for joining us on Easy Prey. Be sure to subscribe to our podcast on iTunes and leave a nice review.  Links and Resources: Podcast Web Page Facebook Page whatismyipaddress.com Easy Prey on Instagram Easy Prey on Twitter Easy Prey on LinkedIn Easy Prey on YouTube Easy Prey on Pinterest YouMail Alex Quilici - LinkedIn

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What would you do if someone told you that someone tried to give you something you never got for Valentine's Day...now?

Valentine's Day is coming up on Wednesday and I'm calling to get a very special lady some flowers. The problem is this lady has no idea that she's special to me at all. Hear the hilariously cringy phone scam next.

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 Inside Sports with Al Eschbach -Oklahoma's new AD, Moser future, Hoboken view, the phone scams are too much and more. Follow the Sports Animal on Facebook, Instagram and X Follow Tony Z on Instagram and Facebook Listen to past episodes HERE! Follow Inside Sports Podcasts on Apple, Google and SpotifySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you ever thought about who might be on the other end of those scam calls and messages we all receive? The answer could be far more sinister than you might imagine. The "scammer" may also be a victim of human trafficking. These people are lured by the promise of well-paid jobs to travel to countries in Southeast Asia and are then forced to work in prison-like scam compounds. A BBC journalist and brave volunteers work to expose this brutal practice.

Phone Scam - Dry January full 316 Fri, 09 Jan 2026 17:57:23 +0000 62Az88PxDpiXPJLJWW8gUC6Au4OBWf8p comedy The Wake Up Call comedy Phone Scam - Dry January The Wake Up Call is a morning radio show based in Sacramento, California, and heard weekday mornings on 106.5 the End. Gavin, Katie, and Intern Kevin wake up every morning to have FUN and be FUNNY, while you start your day. This show has unbelievable chemistry and will keep you laughing all morning! 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Comedy False https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.a

This week, Melissa, Jill, and Kelly are taking a walk down memory lane — and comparing it to life with kids today who are never unplugged. From growing up without phones and social media to navigating parenting (and grandparenting!) in a digital world, the moms break down just how different things are now.They open up about how they feel when Abby posts about their kids, share whether pregnancy photo shoots were even a thing back then, and debate modern parenting rules — including how they really feel about sleepovers. Plus, Melissa reveals her grandma name (Boppy!), Jill tries to decide what her grandma name will be, and Kelly weighs in on all of it.And don't miss Jill's unbelievable story about being almost scammed by a phone scammer — a reminder that even the Dance Moms aren't safe from today's technology traps.For even more exclusive content and bonus material from the vault, join us on Patreon! patreon.com/deardancemomHave a question for the moms? Leave a voice message at https://www.speakpipe.com/deardancemom and you might be part of a future show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Just before we start the 12 Phone Scams of Christmas on Thursday...I thought we'd let Kannon with a K do one more yuletide phone scam.

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It's spooky season and I was putting Halloween decorations up but I'm calling a carpet cleaning service because...ya see...I spilled a bucket of real blood all over it.

It's Halloween Phone Scams on the WUC and I'm calling someone who I scheduled to come clean my house but there are certain things I don't want cleaned up.

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There's a phone scam next and I'm calling a dojo to talk to sensei and this guy is NOT amused by what I have to ask him.

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Gavin's Phone Scams: Gimme Some Hair 8-20-25 full 308 Wed, 20 Aug 2025 18:12:44 +0000 z2Kh0IuDyWbz0borJWkpwFMckdyKsOat comedy The Wake Up Call comedy Gavin's Phone Scams: Gimme Some Hair 8-20-25 The Wake Up Call is a morning radio show based in Sacramento, California, and heard weekday mornings on 106.5 the End. Gavin, Katie, and Intern Kevin wake up every morning to have FUN and be FUNNY, while you start your day. This show has unbelievable chemistry and will keep you laughing all morning! 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Comedy False https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link

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Schools are either starting this week or have already started and this next phone scam involves me calling parents to tell them their son's teacher...if he gets drafted well.

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Similar to previous scams, but different. https://www.lehtoslaw.com

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