Podcasts about Sextortion

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In this solo December episode, I continue a month-long series dedicated to educating parents about the real dangers our kids face online. After last week's story about Adam Tate, today I share two more real cases—one involving sextortion and another involving swatting—that every parent needs to understand. These aren't rare events. They're happening quickly, quietly, and often right under our noses while our kids sit in their bedrooms playing games like Roblox, Fortnite, and more.   You'll hear the heartbreaking story of 17-year-old Ryan Lass from San Jose, who took his own life within hours of being extorted by an overseas criminal network. Then we break down the tragic case of Andrew Finch, a 28-year-old father of two who was killed after a swatting prank triggered a full SWAT response to the wrong house. Both stories highlight how dangerous the digital world has become—and why we must be proactive, aware, and deeply involved in protecting our kids' online lives.     Timeline Summary: [0:00] Introduction [1:02] Why December episodes are focused on online safety and protecting kids. [1:50] Recap of last week's episode about Adam Tate and the Sean Ryan interview. [2:32] Why sinister online activity is escalating and why parents must stay informed. [3:02] Introducing two new stories: a sextortion case and a swatting case. [3:48] Explanation of "swatting" and why even young kids are now doing it. [4:48] Beginning Ryan Lass's story — a high school senior extorted online. [5:38] How a predator posed as a woman and launched a rapid blackmail attack. [6:07] FBI findings and identification of the international criminal ring. [7:41] Why Ryan's case matters: he was targeted, not reckless. [8:37] How modern predators manipulate teens using panic and pressure. [9:02] Parents' blind spots about who kids are connected to online. [10:17] Reminder that kids are connected to global predators—not just friends. [11:03] Introduction to Andrew Finch's swatting case. [12:06] The false 911 call describing a violent hostage situation. [12:57] How Andrew Finch was shot despite having no involvement. [14:01] Why swatting is deadly—and how it grew out of gaming communities. [15:39] The seriousness of online conflict and its real-world consequences. [16:33] How swatting and predator activity now infiltrate gaming platforms. [16:54] Why Bark is one of the most effective tools for monitoring kids' devices. [17:19] The need for proactive online supervision—like helmets for digital life. [18:18] A recent incident with my own son that Bark helped me catch early. [19:09] The urgency of protecting our kids from online predators. [19:32] Directing listeners to the show notes and resources at thedadedge.com/1412. [20:10] Additional resources including PenTester, YouTube links, and conversation guides. [20:27] Free "Conversations for the Car" PDF for kids ages 5–18. [20:45] Encouragement for parents: we fight this fight together.       Five Key Takeaways Predators are organized, trained, and global. Kids on gaming systems are interacting with far more than just "friends."  Sextortion happens extremely fast. In Ryan's case, the window from first contact to death was only hours.  Swatting is no longer just a gaming prank—it's deadly. The Andrew Finch tragedy shows how quickly it can turn fatal.  Parents must stay vigilant, informed, and engaged. Safety now requires ongoing conversations and digital monitoring.  Tools like Bark can save lives. Monitoring texts, DMs, and online chats can catch danger long before it escalates.      Links & Resources Mentioned   Bark Monitoring for Families: https://thedadedge.com/bark Ryan Montgomery Episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2GPd36fFPuLsBSlZp6WUvc?si=BPYACSoWRRin9MatFHMGbg Facebook Story Referenced in Episode: https://www.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=32876961955250751&id=100000911118224&mibextid=wwXIfr&rdid=nnmVU8LFIdec2oLO# PenTester (Ryan Montgomery's Cybersecurity Site): https://pentester.com/ Ryan Montgomery's YouTube Channel (@0dayCTF): https://www.youtube.com/@0dayCTF NBC Bay Area News — Sextortion Case of San Jose Teen: https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/4-arrested-sextortion-san-jose-teen-suicide/3865298/?utm_source=chatgpt.com ABC News — Swatting Incident Leading to Andrew Finch's Death: https://abcnews.go.com/US/la-man-arrested-swatting-incident-led-police-killing/story?id=52057251&utm_source=chatgpt.com Podcast Episode Shownotes: http://thedadedge.com/1412   Closing Remark If this episode helped open your eyes to the realities our kids face online, please take a moment to rate, review, follow, and share the show. Together, we can protect our kids and make the digital world a safer place for every family.

Sextortion scams targeting teenage boys doubled this year—and Paul Raffile says the platforms knew it was happening. Learn how Instagram's default settings let criminals to weaponize friends lists for blackmail, and how social media continues to fail the children it claims to protect. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(The podcast may contain sensitive topics. Listener discretion is advised.)This is a very important podcast and one that every parent, teacher, coach, and faith-based leader should hear.Yes. It happened again. In November, a West Virginia 15-year old teen boy took his own life after becoming the latest victim of a sextortion scam.Are we ready to say NEVER AGAIN should we lose a brilliant young person to sextortion because they didn't know. Because their parents didn't know. Because their pastor didn't know. Because their teacher didn't know. Because everyone wants to believe "it would never happen to my child." THIS IS FOR EVERY PARENT, GRANDPARENT, TEACHER, PASTOR, YOUTH MINISTER, SPORTS COACH, CIVIC LEADER AND ANYONE WHO IS INVOLVED WITH YOUNG PEOPLE. Education and a conversation can make a difference. We take a look at the devastating impact of sextortion on young people and it is time for us all to say NEVER AGAIN. Are you ready to step up and help us get the message out there to parents, teachers, coaches and the faith-based community?

Richie Brave gets another update from a We Move FWD funded project, this time, he's joined in studio by a few members of the creative collective, Spit Game. Toni Olabanji, Tate Boyce and Ria Thomas share how the BBC Children in Need funding has supported them and their work and also give us an original performance!Richie also discusses the BBC Documentary, Blackmailed: The Sextortion Killers. He hears from the investigative journalist behind the documentary, Tir Dhondy on the sextortion scams that result in teenagers sending explicit photos of themselves, which then leads to them being extorted. Richie also hears from Boris Radanovich the Head of International Development at SWGfL, the charity behind the UK's Safer Internet Centre and the Revenge Porn Helpline. Boris discusses how young people can better protect themselves and get these images removed.Lastly, we're continuing the travel scams conversation! We hear from Travel Content Creator Jazz Crawford on how can you protect yourself and your money abroad.Produced by Unedited for BBC Radio 1Xtra.

In this episode of Crime Wire Weekly, hosts Jim Chapman and Kelly Jennings discuss a series of trending crime stories, including  the escape of “Slender-Man” Stabber Morgan Geyser. In California D4VD's girlfriend Celeste Rivas Hernandez body was frozen when found in the trunk of a Tesla. A suicide is being linked to sextortion and possibly the 764 group and KJ and Jim bring you some Black Friday safe shopping tips and so much more today on Crime Wire Weekly!*This is a preview, links to listen to the full podcast by following "Crime Wire Weekly" are below.Timestamps01:30 Anna Kepner cause of death revealed.05:15 Canadian police officer convicted in searches of dozens of women.10:30 D4VD's girlfriend Celeste Rivas Hernandez body was frozen police say.15:35 “Slender Man” Stabber Morgan Geyser is Missing.19:10 Oklahoma Teacher dies after drinking a tainted margarita.24:05 Man kills (2) after dispute over a Hummer.26:50 California parents convicted in killing (2) of their kids.29:20 Texas man charged with killing roommate and stuffing in cardboard box.31:30 Suicide is result of Sextortion and possibly the 764 Group.39:50 Shopping Safety on Black Friday.Links to Follow Crime Wire Weekly https://linktr.ee/crimewireweekly

In this episode of Crime Wire Weekly, hosts Jim Chapman and Kelly Jennings discuss a series of trending crime stories, including  the escape of “Slender-Man” Stabber Morgan Geyser. In California D4VD's girlfriend Celeste Rivas Hernandez body was frozen when found in the trunk of a Tesla. A suicide is being linked to sextortion and possibly the 764 group and KJ and Jim bring you some Black Friday safe shopping tips and so much more today on Crime Wire Weekly!*This is a preview, links to listen to the full podcast by following "Crime Wire Weekly" are below.Timestamps01:30 Anna Kepner cause of death revealed.05:15 Canadian police officer convicted in searches of dozens of women.10:30 D4VD's girlfriend Celeste Rivas Hernandez body was frozen police say.15:35 “Slender Man” Stabber Morgan Geyser is Missing.19:10 Oklahoma Teacher dies after drinking a tainted margarita.24:05 Man kills (2) after dispute over a Hummer.26:50 California parents convicted in killing (2) of their kids.29:20 Texas man charged with killing roommate and stuffing in cardboard box.31:30 Suicide is result of Sextortion and possibly the 764 Group.39:50 Shopping Safety on Black Friday.Links to Follow Crime Wire Weekly https://linktr.ee/crimewireweeklyBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/exposed-scandalous-files-of-the-elite--6073723/support.

Think your kid's phone is just a screen? Think again. It's an always-open door. A Pandora's box you can only regret you shut. We sit down with Ben, The Family IT Guy, a 30-year cybersecurity veteran and dad, to map the new terrain of digital parenting: algorithm-driven feeds, anonymous chats, sextortion, deepfakes, and the quiet ways addictive design erodes sleep, focus, and safety. No panic, no fluff—just the playbook families need right now.From there, we tackle platform myths. Roblox's parental controls still let young kids into explicit spaces. These dopamine driven app designs and their origins make it a magnet for predators and sextortion. The rule of thumb is clear: avoid algorithms and open DMs. If a product can scroll forever or message anyone, treat it as high risk.To watch Episode #87, like and subscribe: https://youtu.be/1Syc0LbBInESextortion gets the spotlight it deserves. Criminal networks now use AI to forge nude images from everyday photos and clone voices from short clips. The guidance is firm: don't pay, tell a trusted adult immediately, file with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, and use Take It Down to remove images. Build a family tech agreement that includes a “free pass” when kids report harm—predators rely on shame and silence. We also dig into schools' devices, expanding surveillance tech, and why privacy can't be assumed.AI isn't the villain or the savior—it's a power tool. Used unsupervised, it can short-circuit thinking. Used well, it helps kids ask better questions and break problems into first principles. Our stance: kids don't use AI alone; adults learn it first and model critical thinking. By the end, you'll have clear rules, smart tools, and scripts to talk with your kids without fear or lectures.If this helped, follow, share with a parent who needs it, and leave a review so more families can find these safety tools. Your next best step: set a family device drop-off time tonight and talk about a free pass.Send us a textSupport the showFollow Wild Chaos on Social Media: Apple iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wild-chaos-podcast/id1732761860Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5KFGZ6uABb1sQlfkE2TIoc?si=8ff748aa4fc64331 ⁠⁠⁠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildchaospodcastBam's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bambam0069Youtube: https://youtube.com/@wildchaospodTikTok: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@thewildchaospodcastMeta (Facebook): ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/TheWildChaosPodcast

This is episode 4 of TPDi’s 5-part Tech Mirror mini-series, Australia vs Social Media: Inside the world-first online safety experiment. In this episode, we do a deep dive into the practicalities of implementing the Social Media Minimum Age legislation. What is likely to happen on 10th December when the law comes into effect? We answer some of the main questions that Australian young people and their parents and carers might have. We hear from the eSafety Commissioner Julie Inman Grant, Privacy Commissioner Carly Kind, deputy program director of the Age Assurance Technology Trial Andrew Hammond, clinical psychologist Dr Danielle Einstein, Professor Amanda Third, co-director of the Young and Resilient Research Centre at Western Sydney University, and Minh Hoang, a member of the eSafety Commissioner’s Youth Advisory Council. Links: eSafety Commissioner’s Social Media age restrictions hub https://www.esafety.gov.au/about-us/industry-regulation/social-media-age-restrictions-hub eSafety appoints Stanford University-led academic advisory group to assess the impacts of the Social Media Minimum Age obligation (September 2025) https://www.esafety.gov.au/newsroom/media-releases/esafety-appoints-stanford-university-led-academic-advisory-group-to-assess-the-impacts-of-the-social-media-minimum-age-obligation Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) resources on the social media minimum age https://www.oaic.gov.au/privacy/your-privacy-rights/social-media-minimum-age The Dip, founded by Dr Danielle Einstein https://www.thedip.com/ Young Men Online https://www.esafety.gov.au/research/young-men-online Cyberbullying https://www.esafety.gov.au/key-topics/cyberbullying Sextortion https://www.esafety.gov.au/key-topics/image-based-abuse/deal-with-sextortion Parental Controls https://www.esafety.gov.au/parents/issues-and-advice/parental-controls Press Conference: Social Media minimum Age Platform Assessments, Minister for Communications media release (November 2025) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b9CIZK_12Zc Meta announces it will begin implementing required changes from 4 December https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-11-19/meta-to-block-teens-from-instagram-facebook-week-early/106028014 Family Tech Agreement Template (eSaftey, good for younger children): https://www.esafety.gov.au/parents/resources/family-tech-agreement Family Tech Contract (Think you know, good for teenagers): https://www.thinkuknow.org.au/find-advice/building-safe-online-habits Headspace guide to the social media ban https://headspace.org.au/our-impact/campaigns/social-media-ban/ ReachOut https://about.au.reachout.com/home Kids Helpline https://kidshelpline.com.au/ Lode a complaint with the Privacy Commissioner https://www.oaic.gov.au/privacy/your-privacy-rights/social-media-minimum-age Credits Written and narrated by Johanna Weaver, Executive Director, Tech Policy Design Institute. Produced by Olivia O’Flynn & Kate Montague, Audiocraft. Research by Amy Denmeade. Original music by Thalia Skopellos. Created on the lands of the Ngunnawal, Ngambri people and the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. Special thanks to all the team at the Tech Policy Design Institute, without whom the pod would not be possible, especially Zoe Hawkins, Meredith Hodgman, and Dorina Wittmann. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Headline Highlights: a major update in Bryan Kohberger's restitution hearing, an important development in the Sandra Birchmore case, and Brian Walshe's trial officially kicks off. A retired Ohio State professor is caught in a sextortion scheme. A woman is accused of attempting to kill her husband and son as part of a disturbing pact. And a man allegedly kills his girlfriend with a chainsaw after claiming she was possessed. . If you're new here, don't forget to follow the show for weekly deep dives into the darkest true crime cases! To watch the video version of this episode, head over to youtube.com/@annieelise  . Evil Mastermind or Complete Moron? Brian Walshe & Ana Walshe https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r4yswRzJAqU&t=805s .

The Heat is On is an investigative series by Scrolling 2 Death, in partnership with Heat Initiative. Sarah Gardner, Founder and CEO of Heat Initiative, joins Nicki (S2D) to expose the truth Big Tech doesn't want you to hear – and this episode is all about Snapchat.From a disappearing-nude app in 2011 to a social media giant in 2025, Snapchat's story is one of innovation, imitation, and controversy. When it comes to digital harms and kids, Snapchat ranks among the worst—which is why this story expands two parts. In Part 1, we're exposing how Snapchat's “innovations” have put profits ahead of our children's safety. Snapchat's culture was flawed from the start. The FTC sanctioned the company early on for misleading users about how ‘private' disappearing snaps really were. Since then, features like Discover and AR filters have been designed to keep kids endlessly engaged, regardless of the consequences.Today, nearly half of all U.S. teens use Snapchat. Yet the platform continues to enable drug poisonings, connect minors with predators, and drive addictive use. As psychologist Jonathan Haidt warns, Snapchat is harming children on an industrial scale - and insiders admit the company knows but fails to act.Online drug dealing, especially fentanyl-laced pills, has fueled a 350% rise in teen deaths over the past three years. Snapchat's Quick Add feature helps dealers find young users, exposing an estimated 700,000 people to drug content daily. Even when dealers are reported, only one in four accounts is removed.Sextortion is another growing crisis. Snapchat receives about 10,000 reports each month— numbers employees say barely scratch the surface. Predators exploit the app's disappearing messages, and with Snap Map, digital threats increasingly turn into real-world harm.Rather than designing for safety, Snapchat keeps doubling down on engagement. Features like Snapstreaks drive compulsive use; 45% of teens now use the app “almost constantly.” Your child's attention keeps them profitable.In this episode, Sarah and Nicki hear from parents and experts who've seen the damage firsthand. Their message is clear: these aren't accidents - they're design choices. The question is...can Snapchat fix this? Or is Snap a lost cause?Video Editing expertly provided by Jacob Meade.Thank you to our featured guests:Laura Marquez-Garrett - Attorney, Social Media Victims Law CenterAmy Neville - Parent survivor, founder of Alexander Neville Foundation‍Jonathan Haidt - Author of The Anxious GenerationPaul Raffile - Cyber-analyst and worldwide sextortion expertAaron Ping - Survivor parent of Avery Ping and host of the Superhuman podcastJim & Kate Sullivan - Survivor parent of Jack SullivanAnna McAdams - Online safety advocate and mom of EllistonPaul Solotaroff - Senior Writer at Rolling StoneMike Neff - Attorney, Neff Injury LawSarah Gallagher Trombley - former Snapchat Exec and Founder of Digital Mom Media

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A shocking case out of Upper Arlington, Ohio has left a community reeling. Retired Ohio State professor James S. Hill, 76, is accused of fatally stabbing his wife, Mary Hill, after falling victim to a sextortion scam that demanded $15,000 to keep his explicit photos private. Police say Hill believed he had no way out and attempted to kill both his wife and himself in a desperate bid to escape exposure. Jessie and Andie walk through the harrowing details, from the fatal attack to the 911 call, the attempted cover-up, Hill's confession from his hospital bed, and the stunned reaction from the Ohio State community.Sources:https://www.cleveland.com/news/2025/11/sextortion-plot-led-to-murder-of-wife-retired-ohio-state-professor-claims.htmlhttps://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/upper-arlington-murder-attempted-suicide-170000943.htmlhttps://abc6onyourside.com/news/local/upper-arlington-james-mary-hill-nude-naked-pics-pictures-photos-dating-app-charged-wife-murder-sextortion-crime-columbus-ohioFind LOVE MURDER online:Website: lovemurder.loveInstagram: @lovemurderpodTwitter: @lovemurderpodFacebook: LoveMrdrPodTikTok: @LoveMurderPodPatreon: /LoveMurderPodCredits: Love Murder is hosted by Jessie Pray and Andie Cassette, researched by Sarah Lynn Robinson and researched and written by Jessie Pray, produced by Nathaniel Whittemore and edited by Kyle Barbour-HoffmanSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

De Veiligheidsraad van de VN heeft een resolutie aangenomen die het vredesplan voor Gaza van Amerikaans president Trump onderschrijft. Daarmee zou de tweede fase van dat plan kunnen ingaan. Maar is de eerste fase dan al afgerond? Steeds meer jongeren zijn het slachtoffer van sextortion. Vooral jongens krijgen te maken met dergelijke afpersing. Hoe komt dat? En Tom Cruise heeft een ere-oscar gekregen voor zijn jarenlange invloed op de filmwereld. Is dat verdiend?

In this powerful episode of the Savage Perspective Podcast, a shocking truth is revealed: your child is more likely to be targeted online than on the street. Host Robert Sikes sits down with Nate Lewis, a former Hollywood insider turned child trafficking abolitionist, to uncover the dark digital world where predators hunt. Episode 832 exposes how social media algorithms can lead these monsters directly to your kids, what they do to gain trust, and the one conversation every parent must have to make their child a hard target. This is the untold story of modern child exploitation that most parents are completely unaware of.More info on The Innocent: https://theinnocent.org/Find The Innocent on IG: https://www.instagram.com/theinnocent.usaProtecting your family starts with being strong in mind and body. Build the foundation of strength and discipline required to be the ultimate protector. Join Robert's FREE Bodybuilding Masterclass to forge the resilience you need. Sign up here: https://www.ketobodybuilding.com/registration-2Get Keto Brick: https://www.ketobrick.com/Subscribe to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/42cjJssghqD01bdWBxRYEg?si=1XYKmPXmR4eKw2O9gGCEuQChapters:0:00 - The Horrifying Truth About Modern Child Trafficking 0:37 - Meet The Man Fighting a War on Child Exploitation 1:18 - From Brothels to iPhones: How The Digital Age Changed Everything 2:15 - Inside The Elite Task Force Saving America's Children 3:08 - How Undercover Sting Operations Catch Predators in the Act 4:07 - Kidnapped & Abused: His Traumatic Past Fuels His Mission Today 5:15 - Why He Kept His Abuse a Secret for 19 Years 6:32 - The #1 Conversation Every Parent MUST Have With Their Child 8:13 - A Parent's Guide to Age-Appropriate Safety Talks 9:25 - Should You Keep Your Kids Off Social Media? 10:17 - "Don't Take Comments From a Stranger": The New Danger 11:32 - The First Message Predators Send to Your Child Online 12:35 - The Brutal Story of His Gang Initiation Kidnapping 13:12 - Why the Justice System Fails Victims of Violent Crime 14:55 - How to Properly Interview a Traumatized Child 16:00 - The Shocking Mindset of a Sheriff on Child Victims 17:20 - What Is The Target Age for Online Predators? 18:20 - How Predators Exploit State Laws to Avoid Felony Charges 19:45 - What Are The Most Common Cases of Child Abuse? 21:09 - The Unthinkable Reason a Parent Sells Their Own Child 22:15 - A Live Stream of Unspeakable Horrors (Warning: Graphic) 23:31 - The Shocking Wallpaper on a Predator's Phone 25:23 - The High School Teacher Who Preys on Students 26:40 - The Sick Reason "Normal" People Become Predators 28:01 - How Casual Porn Use Leads to Child Exploitation 29:56 - Are More Females or Males Abused? The Official Stats 32:31 - How Do You Protect Your Kids From Family & Friends? 35:29 - The Single Biggest Mistake a Parent Can Make 38:00 - Why Taking Your Kid's Phone Away is the Wrong Move 39:07 - At What Age Do Most Kids Get a Phone? 40:05 - The #1 Red Flag When Talking to Strangers Online 41:42 - Which Social Media Apps Work With Law Enforcement? 43:36 - Are Social Media Algorithms Connecting Predators to Children? 47:00 - How Predators Use Influencer Accounts to Find Victims 48:00 - What is "Sextortion" and How Does It Lead to Suicide? 50:24 - Should You Post Your Kids on Social Media? A Safety Guide 52:38 - Why You Should Never Let Your Kids Have a Public Profile 54:05 - Is The War on Child Exploitation Getting Better or Worse? 56:20 - How to Make Your Child a "Hard Target" for Predators 58:35 - Why We Must Make Child Safety as Important as the War on Drugs 1:00:32 - How AI is Used in Undercover Sting Operations 1:02:00 - The Disturbing Rise of AI-Generated Child Abuse Material 1:04:00 - The Problem With "Vigilante" Predator Catching Groups 1:05:22 - How You Can Help Fight Child Trafficking in Your Community 1:07:02 - How to Become a "Protector" and Support The Mission

A 76yr old man murders his wife after a dating app scammer demands a hefty payment...to keep his nudes from going public. He then turned the weapon on himself. Deadly swap: A woman kills her rich date with Fentanyl after forgetting her date rape drug kit. Plus, a pup perp proves to be a sharpshooter! Jennifer Gould reports. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Det verdensomspennende fenomenet «sextortion» har økt dramatisk de siste årene - også i Norge. Majoriteten av de ofrene er unge menn i alderen 14 - 30 år. For å forstå hvordan dette oppleves for de berørte, og hvordan dette kan skje, har vi snakket med psykolog Cathrine Moestue og advokat Petter Dines Olsen som hjelper Telenor-kunder gjennom tjenesten SAFE.

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Fraud usually gets talked about in numbers like how much money was stolen, how many people were affected, how many cases got filed. But behind every one of those numbers is a person who's been blindsided, manipulated, or left trying to rebuild trust in others and in themselves. This episode shifts the focus back to those human stories and the fight to protect them. My guest, Freddie Massimi, has spent more than a decade helping scam victims find both financial and emotional recovery, bringing empathy and understanding to a field that too often feels cold and procedural. As a certified financial crimes investigator and program manager at The Knoble, Freddie has made it his mission to bridge the gap between institutions and individuals. He shares the heartbreaking and hopeful moments that define his work including one phone call that saved a life. Along with how that experience changed the way he thinks about what true fraud prevention really means. Freddie also opens up about The Knoble's Post-Scam Victimization Guide, a collaborative, trauma-informed resource designed to help victims regain control of their lives and prevent re-victimization. From crypto scams to romance cons, he explains how these schemes keep evolving, why empathy is still one of the best tools we have, and how every fraud fighter can make a difference simply by listening and responding with humanity. Show Notes: [00:40] Freddie shares his background as a certified financial crimes investigator and program manager at The Knoble. [01:40] A look back at Freddie's early path into criminal justice and how empathy shaped his fraud-fighting approach. [03:07] The story of a Tennessee widow who lost $300,000 in a pig-butchering crypto scam. [04:30] Freddie's emotional account of saving a victim's life and how it reframed his mission to protect others. [07:42] The rise of collaborative fraud-fighter networks and Freddie's work leading The Knoble's post-scam initiatives. [08:11] How The Knoble unites financial institutions, law enforcement, and NGOs to address "human crime." [08:58] Development of the Post-Scam Victimization Guide, a trauma-informed resource for banks and fraud teams. [10:39] How financial crime has evolved from simple check scams to complex digital exploitation and trafficking. [13:01] The need for faster, more transparent information sharing between banks and law enforcement. [14:04] What makes the Post-Scam Guide different including actionable steps, empathy-driven language, and real-world tools. [15:00] Sextortion cases, Gavin's Law, and how shame and silence compound the harm. [18:30] Practical tools in the guide, including hotline numbers, QR codes, and scripts for supporting victims. [20:20] How to talk to romance scam victims with compassion including using questions that spark reality checks, not judgment. [22:00] Why shame keeps scams underreported and how trauma-informed communication changes outcomes. [23:19] The role of technology in scams: remote access, malware, and how scammers exploit smartphones and computers. [24:36] Shoutout to Kitboga for his cybersecurity tools and awareness campaigns against scam call centers. [25:22] Why elderly victims remain the most vulnerable and how education can empower prevention. [27:24] The double victimization cycle like when scammers return pretending to recover lost money. [30:00] Freddie's real-world example of helping a victim secure their accounts and recover identity. [32:50] How banks can adjust fraud detection systems to catch hidden patterns of exploitation. [34:30] Spotting red flags in gift card purchases and why speaking up can literally save lives. [36:31] Freddie's advice for anyone who suspects they're being scammed: stop all contact and secure your accounts. [37:06] The importance of documenting everything and reporting through IC3.gov and law enforcement. [38:30] Emotional recovery and community support are just as vital as financial recovery. [41:00] The biggest mistake victims make after being scammed is staying silent out of shame or fear. [41:40] Freddie's story about protecting his own grandmother from IRS and WhatsApp scams. [43:00] Common text-message scams and why you should never reply, even with "wrong number." [44:48] How to access The Knoble's free, vetted Post-Scam Victimization Guide. [45:30] Where to connect with Freddie and The Knoble's wider fraud-fighter network. 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 The Knoble Freddy Massimi - LinkedIn

Sextortion can happen to anyone. This episode is a collection of stories that happened to teenaged boys who were extorted online. While these cases may not involve the boys being LGBTQ, it is important to educate our children to the dangers of the internet and of predators lurking in the dark corners of the web. Promo for: The Family Plot PodcastIntro: Shire Girl by David FesilyanOutro: Beating Heart by David RendaResources: https://www.childline.org.uk/info-advice/bullying-abuse-safety/online-mobile-safety/report-remove/https://www.kptv.com/2025/07/22/he-died-terrified-teens-death-connected-sextortion-scheme-mother-says/?fbclid=IwY2xjawLuBuVleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHmNsC5odglNyGBBkm0RQ_GodsiHijLOFjsKNIgw8_Vr9QXQdVKw8z-Qwc5xk_aem_avAqOHBNN07Eo0Zs6wIbnQhttps://www.kwch.com/2022/05/24/high-school-senior-dies-by-suicide-after-falling-victim-online-sextortion-family-says/https://thehill.com/policy/technology/4737255-sextortion-instagram-boys/https://www.ice.gov/features/sextortionhttps://opdv.ny.gov/power-down-speak-up-rileys-storyhttps://www.cnn.com/2022/05/20/us/ryan-last-suicide-sextortion-californiahttps://www.house.mn.gov/comm/docs/THDBxvFu8Eir2LmiIuscPg.pdfhttps://www.theguardian.com/society/2024/apr/29/it-can-happen-to-any-child-parents-of-sextortion-victim-fight-for-justicehttps://www.uppermichiganssource.com/2025/03/26/another-man-convicted-role-deadly-sextortion-ring-that-led-marquette-teens-suicide/https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c2llzppyx05ohttps://www.facebook.com/SuicidePainter/posts/sadly-another-teen-has-taken-his-life-due-to-an-online-sextortion-scheme-14-year/1567391921270400/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beyond-the-rainbow-podcast--4398945/support.

Katie Velasquez is the chair of the vulnerable youth advisory board under State Senator Jill Carter. Katie joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss an upcoming Anti-Grooming & Sextortion town hall meeting being hosted by Senator Carter. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Sextortion, fraud, hacking, car theft, death threats — your ex belongs in prison. How do you make that happen? Welcome to Feedback Friday!And in case you didn't already know it, Jordan Harbinger (@JordanHarbinger) and Gabriel Mizrahi (@GabeMizrahi) banter and take your comments and questions for Feedback Friday right here every week! If you want us to answer your question, register your feedback, or tell your story on one of our upcoming weekly Feedback Friday episodes, drop us a line at friday@jordanharbinger.com. Now let's dive in!Full show notes and resources can be found here: jordanharbinger.com/1222On This Week's Feedback Friday:Your ex secretly took explicit photos, threatened blackmail, racked up $19,000 in debt on your cards, hacked your accounts, stole your car, and threatened to kill you multiple times — all while evading a restraining order. How do you finally get the legal system to work for you and hold this criminal accountable? [Thanks once again to attorney Corbin Payne for helping us answer this!]Your colleagues were laid off, and now their former employees keep approaching them to express sadness and frustration about the terminations — adding emotional weight while the managers process their own job losses. Should they set boundaries or reframe these conversations as something valuable instead? [Thanks to leadership coach and speaker Dr. Arseny Thumb von Neuburg for helping us with this one!]You spent years discovering you have ADHD, RSD, autism, OCD, and stereoblindness — each diagnosis life-changing with the right medication and therapy. You've helped coworkers get diagnosed too. How do you know what else might be affecting you, and how can you help others recognize their own neurodivergence?Recommendation of the Week: Retro board games (like Trouble, Uno, and Sorry!)Women use AI 20% less than men across nearly all sectors — with ChatGPT's app users being 85% male — creating a massive economic disadvantage. Women who develop AI skills could earn $2.7 million more over their careers. What's driving this gap, and what does it mean for the future of work and gender equality?Have any questions, comments, or stories you'd like to share with us? Drop us a line at friday@jordanharbinger.com!Connect with Jordan on Twitter at @JordanHarbinger and Instagram at @jordanharbinger.Connect with Gabriel on Twitter at @GabeMizrahi and Instagram @gabrielmizrahi.And if you're still game to support us, please leave a review here — even one sentence helps! Sign up for Six-Minute Networking — our free networking and relationship development mini course — at jordanharbinger.com/course!Subscribe to our once-a-week Wee Bit Wiser newsletter today and start filling your Wednesdays with wisdom!Do you even Reddit, bro? Join us at r/JordanHarbinger!This Episode Is Brought To You By Our Fine Sponsors: Quiltmind: Email jordanaudience@quiltmind.com or visit quiltmind.comBetterHelp: 10% off first month: betterhelp.com/jordanDeleteMe: 20% off: joindeleteme.com/jordan, code JORDANApretude: Learn more: Apretude.com or call 1-888-240-0340What Was That Like: Listen here or wherever you find fine podcasts!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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In this episode of "Brainrot: What Our Screens Are Doing to Our Minds," the podcast explores the devastating effects of sextortion. The host, Dr. Karyne Messina along with co-host Dr. Harry Gill to discuss how digital platforms have become tools for exploitation, targeting individuals of all ages by preying on their fundamental needs for connection and affection. The conversation delves into the particular vulnerability of adolescents, whose developing brains and hormonal changes make them susceptible to online grooming. The experts describe how predators use flattery and seemingly harmless interactions to manipulate young people, escalating to blackmail with explicit material. The show highlights the tragic consequences of these encounters, where shame and isolation can lead to self-harm and even suicide. However, the episode emphasizes that no one is immune. The discussion broadens to include how adults and the elderly are targeted through scams on dating apps, phishing, and advanced AI technology. The podcast shares powerful anecdotes of individuals who have suffered significant personal and professional losses, illustrating that these crimes are not limited to one demographic. Ultimately, the episode serves as both a warning and a guide. It offers practical prevention advice, such as avoiding unknown online contacts and using strong cyber hygiene practices. It also stresses the critical importance of open communication between parents and children. The show's concluding message is one of hope and empowerment, urging victims of sextortion to seek support and break the cycle of shame and isolation by speaking up and connecting with others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/psychology

In this episode of "Brainrot: What Our Screens Are Doing to Our Minds," the podcast explores the devastating effects of sextortion. The host, Dr. Karyne Messina along with co-host Dr. Harry Gill to discuss how digital platforms have become tools for exploitation, targeting individuals of all ages by preying on their fundamental needs for connection and affection. The conversation delves into the particular vulnerability of adolescents, whose developing brains and hormonal changes make them susceptible to online grooming. The experts describe how predators use flattery and seemingly harmless interactions to manipulate young people, escalating to blackmail with explicit material. The show highlights the tragic consequences of these encounters, where shame and isolation can lead to self-harm and even suicide. However, the episode emphasizes that no one is immune. The discussion broadens to include how adults and the elderly are targeted through scams on dating apps, phishing, and advanced AI technology. The podcast shares powerful anecdotes of individuals who have suffered significant personal and professional losses, illustrating that these crimes are not limited to one demographic. Ultimately, the episode serves as both a warning and a guide. It offers practical prevention advice, such as avoiding unknown online contacts and using strong cyber hygiene practices. It also stresses the critical importance of open communication between parents and children. The show's concluding message is one of hope and empowerment, urging victims of sextortion to seek support and break the cycle of shame and isolation by speaking up and connecting with others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

September 26th, 2025

Three Buddy Problem - Episode 64: SpyCloud Labs researchers Aurora Johnson and Trevor Hilligoss discuss the world of “internet toilets," the toxic online communities in China where harassment, stalking, and sextortion thrive. We explore how these groups operate, from doxing ex-lovers and enemies to running coordinated campaigns of cyberbullying that often spill into real-world harm. (Recorded at LABScon 2025). Cast: Aurora Johnson (https://www.labscon.io/speakers/aurora-johnson), Trevor Hilligoss (https://www.labscon.io/speakers/trevor-hilligoss/), Ryan Naraine (https://twitter.com/ryanaraine) and Juan Andres Guerrero-Saade (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jags-is-fine/).

Bifocal Breakthrough: Crystal-Clever, Click-to-Focus Specs.  Toilet-Time Tech Troubles: Smartphone Scroll & Stalk Swells Your Sit Risks.  Pulse-Fi: Wi-Fi's Wonderful Wave of Wear-free Wellness.  Heart-Smart Horizons: Digital Twin Tech Taking Ticks to Tomorrow.  Stain-Stopping Spot+Scrub: Dyson's Determined Dirt-Detecting Dynamo.  Sharent or Share-Not? School-Day Shots, Sextortion, and the Smarts to Stay Safe.  Chatbot Caution Calls: ChatGPT's Life-Saving Signal.  Smart-Screening for Scam-Stoppers: Safeguarding Smartphones from Sophisticated Swindles.  BMW's Bold Battery Breakthrough: Beating Back Tesla. 

In this episode of Crime with Holly, Holly speaks with Jenn Buta, mother of Jordan DeMay, a 17-year-old who tragically took his life on March 25, 2022, after being targeted in a financial sextortion scheme. This crime is rapidly growing, the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children received over 26,000 reports in 2023, with most victims being teen boys between 14 and 17 years old. But girls are also targeted, and no child is immune. Jenn shares Jordan's story to raise awareness, highlight the dangers, and encourage families to have open, honest conversations with their teens. You'll also hear about the Jordan DeMay #IGotYou Foundation and how his legacy is helping others. Resources and Links: Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Dial 988 (U.S.) The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children: https://www.missingkids.org/home/site-search?HWj0vs5tXJSOpCxWl3T7=sextortion Jordan DeMay #IGotYou Foundation and 5k/10k Registration: https://runsignup.com/Race/MI/Marquette/RaceforJordan?fbclid=IwY2xjawM6t0hleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHq6yYohzNwWc3r201a5WiwRqVKaYzOLaL2ZMu7mHDPJa0mnOL-hCRxZU-A0f_aem_zxQ4JajPRQFor7AtqILboA Jordan DeMay #IGotYou Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1467673700702339 Jenn Buta on TikTok sharing Jordan's story: https://www.tiktok.com/@jennbuta?_t=ZP-8zukwBmTA34&_r=1 Hulu- Nightline Sextortion episode: https://www.hulu.com/series/impact-x-nightline-sextortion-ed74381f-d029-42e0-9e71-8cb02b5558ce Jordan DeMay #IGotYou Education Scholarship information: https://mapseducationfoundation.org/scholarships/jordan-demay-igotyou-education-scholarship/ Sword & Scale Episode: https://www.swordandscale.com/watch/episodes/ep5-like-thunder ESPN Article: https://www.espn.com/high-school/story/_/id/45852691/fbi-extortion-online-youth Bloomberg Articles: https://www.bloomberg.com/features/2024-sextortion-teen-suicides/?embedded-checkout=true https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-09-05/sextortion-case-draws-17-year-sentences-for-nigerian-brothers?embedded-checkout=true https://www.bloomberg.com/news/features/2025-04-04/social-media-s-victims-are-ready-to-be-heard?embedded-checkout=true Information on the "Can't Look Away" Documentary: https://www.theguardian.com/film/2025/aug/04/cant-look-away-sextortion-children-grieving-parents-social-media-snapchat

A NY teen is cuffed & charged in a sick sexploitation plot that officials say targeted hundreds of fellow classmates. A vicious video that went viral shows the brutal assault of an elderly woman on a Boston bus. The perp has been arrested & arraigned. Plus, a real hot dog leads firefighters to his rescue! Jennifer Gould reports. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Parents, are you aware that the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation is warning parents, educators, caregivers, teens, and children about the growing tide of online dangers that they say may lead to the solicitation and enticement of minors to engage in sexual acts. Known as “sextortion”, this danger involves a perpetrator coercing a minor to create and send sexually explicit material. If the perpetrator gets the sexually explicit material, they will then threaten to release those pictures online unless the victim produces more of the same, or unless the victim sends a payment often in gift cards, wire transfers, mobile payment services, or cryptocurrency. Sextortion victims are most often males between the ages of fourteen and seventeen, but anyone of any age or gender can become a victim. Parents, teach your kids to never engage in online communication with someone they don't know, and teach them God's good design for the sacred gift of their sexuality.

Welcome to Part 2 of Episode 257 of the Mike Drop Podcast, where host Mike Ritland brings his no-nonsense, battle-hardened perspective to raw conversations with warriors, survivors, and truth-tellers. This time, Mike sits down with James McGibney, the unapologetic founder of Bullyville.com, who's spent over a decade hunting down online predators—from revenge porn kingpins like Hunter Moore to cyberstalkers hiding behind sock puppet accounts. In this gripping episode, you'll hear jaw-dropping stories from McGibney's fight to shut down the internet's darkest corners, practical advice for parents on keeping kids safe in a digital jungle, and unfiltered takes on everything from swatting and AI deepfakes to cancel culture and Epstein conspiracies. Packed with hard-earned wisdom, a touch of humor, and a nod to Beam's Dream Powder for warrior-level sleep, this is a masterclass in resilience and fighting back against the chaos of the online world. Stay tuned for Part 3. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Are horse and carriages about to be banned from city streets? A wild sextortion case in the Hudson Valley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In recent years, the FBI has seen a huge increase in the number of child and teen sextortion cases. James Woods was a 17-year-old college-bound track star who took his life after being the target of sextortion. James' parents, Tamia & Tim Woods, started a foundation that educates students and parents alike about the dangers of sextortion. Tamia and Tim joined us on NightSide and discussed what sextortion is, how kids are being targeted, and in some cases, taking their own lives as a result.

Online exploitation is spreading faster than parents, schools, or lawmakers can keep up. From sextortion scams to trafficking pipelines targeting foster youth, predators are using technology to manipulate, profit from, and destroy young lives. In this episode, Justin Yentes and special guest Leah Martineau expose the dark side of digital culture, share real cases they've worked on, and discuss how families, communities, and even men themselves can step up to stop the demand that fuels abuse. Key Moments: Sextortion schemes that trap young boys with fake “girlfriend” accounts and blackmail. How foster youth and vulnerable teens are groomed into trafficking through false promises. Why parents must maintain ongoing, shame-free conversations with their kids about online risks. How AI, chatbots, and unregulated platforms are creating new frontiers of exploitation. This episode isn't just about technology; it's about protecting the people we love most. Whether you're a parent trying to safeguard your kids, a teacher who may be the last line of defense, or someone who wants to understand how predators exploit digital loopholes, you'll leave with insight, tools, and hope. Because awareness is the first step to prevention and prevention is how we turn the tide. Connect with Truth Be Found on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truthbefoundpodcast/Connect with Truth Be Found on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1A4b7PjhaG/?mibextid=wwXIfrConnect with Truth Be Found on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@truthbefoundpodcastConnect with Truth Be Found on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3gAFoH_AQSvPYhsQ6Lw7rr0tYrg0wIiWLink to Justin's agency, AIA: https://azprivateinvestigator.com/Arizona Anti Trafficking Network (AATN): https://aatn.org/AZ Teen Lifeline phone or text: 602-248-TEEN (8336)National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: 988

On July 27, 2022, 17 year old Gavin Guffey of York County, SC took his life after being a victim of a sextortion scheme.  His father, Brandon Guffey, is a State Representative in South Carolina. In part one, September 4th, Representative Guffey bravely talks about the day he found his son dead from a self inflicted gun shot wound and what he discovered afterward sent Brandon Guffey on a mission to stop this from happening to more teens like his son Gavin. In Part two of the interview with Brandon Guffey he will discusses how Gavin's Law passed and his continued battle against tech companies. The Jan 29, 2025 episode of Impact was about the arrest of a Nigerian man allegedly involved in the sextortion of Gavin Guffey. You can learn about sextortion at https://noescaperoom.org Information on the Guffey organization https://lessthan3sc.org Seton Tucker and Matt Harris began the Impact of Influence podcast shortly after the murders of Maggie and Paul Murdaugh. Now they cover true crime past and present from the southeast region of the U.S. Impact of Influence is part of the Evergreen Podcast Company. Look for Impact of Influence on Facebook and Youtube. Please support our sponsors Elevate your closet with Quince. Go to Quince dot com slash impact for free shipping on your order and three hundred and sixty-five -day returns Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scammers are sending fake sextortion emails claiming they hacked your camera and contacts. It's all a bluff. Here's how to spot the scam and why the best response is to do nothing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's MJ Morning Show: Ice cream preview Dreams NFL is back Morons in the news Junior Caminero's 40th home run ball Supermarket - Erewhon Texting woman crashes rental Classic Crotchety Family fight over Playstation game Guy sends Venmo request to date Ice cream talk Dates with most birthdays of the year Keeper of the Annabel doll, cause of death revealed American Eagle stock soars despite Sydney Sweeney backlash Pete Davidson on Shark Tank Villages News Joe from Ice Dreammm arrives Taylor Swift wants kids, and a band has volunteered to play wedding MJ, Michelle & Fester eat ice cream Urgent care employees fired for posting videos making fun of patients MJ's IRS update Sextortion scam Ex-Playboy model called out for outfit on flight Target warehouse employees looking to be paid for 30 minute walk to work Kelce Brothers have a brew Selena Gomez's mom allegedly snorting Ritalin... she denies it More SNL cast members dropped

On July 27, 2022, 17 year old Gavin Guffey of York County, SC took his life after being a victim of a sextortion scheme.  His father, Brandon Guffey, is a State Representative in South Carolina. Representative Guffey bravely talks about the day he found his son dead from a self inflicted gun shot wound and what he discovered afterward sent Brandon Guffey on a mission to stop this from happening to more teens like his son Gavin. Part two of the interview with Brandon Guffey will be out soon and he will tell us where Gavin's Law stands and any progress that has been made to stop these evil scammers. The Jan 29, 2025 episode of Impact was about the arrest of a Nigerian man allegedly involved in the sextortion of Gavin Guffey. You can learn about sextortion at https://noescaperoom.org Information on the Guffey organization https://lessthan3sc.org Seton Tucker and Matt Harris began the Impact of Influence podcast shortly after the murders of Maggie and Paul Murdaugh. Now they cover true crime past and present from the southeast region of the U.S. Impact of Influence is part of the Evergreen Podcast Company. Look for Impact of Influence on Facebook and Youtube. Please support our sponsors Elevate your closet with Quince. Go to Quince dot com slash impact for free shipping on your order and three hundred and sixty-five -day returns Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Quick Look at Sextortion at Scale Jan analyzed 1900 different sextortion messages using 205 different Bitcoin addresses to look at the success rate, lifetime, and other metrics defining these campaigns. https://isc.sans.edu/diary/A%20quick%20look%20at%20sextortion%20at%20scale%3A%201%2C900%20messages%20and%20205%20Bitcoin%20addresses%20spanning%20four%20years/32252 Azure AD Client Secret Leak Attackers are stealing Azure AD client secrets from websites that are leaving them exposed. https://www.resecurity.com/blog/article/azure-ad-client-secret-leak-the-keys-to-cloud Covert Channel via ICMP and DNS A new bot combines ICMP and DNS in new ways for covert communication. The DNS requests use domains with a fixed prefix followed by a base64 encoded command, and the ICMP echo request packets include commands as a payload. https://blog.xlab.qianxin.com/mystrodx_covert_dual-mode_backdoor_en/ Official Release of Critical FreePBX Patch Sangoma has announced that the experimental patch released for the exploited FreePBX vulnerability is now considered stable, and users should update to apply it. https://community.freepbx.org/t/security-advisory-please-lock-down-your-administrator-access/107203

Sextortion là một chiến thuật mới trong ngành lừa đảo trị giá hàng tỷ đô la ở Đông Nam Á, khi các nhà điều tra phát hiện trẻ em toàn cầu đang trở thành nạn nhân khi mạng lưới tội phạm mở rộng ra ngoài các trò lừa đảo tình cảm và lừa đảo tiền điện tử. Nghiên cứu mới đây của Tổ chức Sứ mệnh và Công lý Quốc tế (IJM) phân tích 1,18 triệu báo cáo 2022–2024, ghi nhận 493 trường hợp sextortion trẻ em có liên kết trực tiếp tới 44 tổ hợp lừa đảo tại Campuchia, Lào, Myanmar.

Are announcers even famous anymore??? Chris was watching the Cowboys documentary on Netflix and reminisces about John Madden, Pat Summerall and how it was a big deal when they called your game (3:00) + Keegan Bradley and the US Ryder Cup Team (15:58) + ESPN's Dan Wetzel joins the show to talk College Football and his recent investigative story on Sextortion and scammers targeting high school athletes in small US towns (28:10). Jessica is out so Roser gives you College Football games to watch this weekend (outside of the biggest ones) including NC State/ECU, Colorado/GA Tech, Miss State/Southern Miss, Utah/UCLA (1:11:26)Host: Chris VernonCo-Host/Contributor: Jon Roser, Devin WalkerTechnical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles  

⚠️ Content WarningThis episode discusses sextortion, suicide, and sensitive topics related to athlete safety and mental health. Listener discretion is advised. If you are struggling or need help, please contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline in the U.S. or seek support from a trusted professional in your area.36 confirmed deaths. Countless more unreported.Sextortion is the scam that preys on young athletes — posing as girls online, manipulating them into sending explicit photos, and then blackmailing them with shame and threats.In this episode, Ed shares:His personal story of an athlete who almost fell victim.Alarming stats from Dan Wetzel's Yahoo Sports report.3 practical safeguards for parents, coaches & athletes.Why silence kills — and how to fight back.

Today's episode of Uncommon Sense with Ginny Robinson is a carefully crafted full-on rant about two awful cultural failures, Donald Trump and Taylor Swift. Both, in their own ways, are failing the next generation and pushing the normalization of pedophilia. Trump refuses to release the Epstein list or hold powerful pedophiles accountable. Meanwhile, Taylor Swift flaunts her naked body on her album cover marketed to an audience that includes young girls who are already being tempted by a society pushing them toward OnlyFans. Feminism has clearly failed. We need to bring back the biblical patriarchy, AKA Christianity.At some point, we have to stop asking why is all of this happening and start living biblically individually, in our families, and as a society. For the sake of our own wellbeing and (far more importantly) the protection of our children. If we can't even agree to safeguard their innocence, what are we doing? Why aren't we protecting the children?--https://bakerbookhouse.com/featured/the-brand-sunday

Do Sextortion Scams Still Work in 2025? Jan looked at recent sextortion emails to check if any of the crypto addresses in these emails received deposits. Sadly, some did, so these scams still work. https://isc.sans.edu/diary/Do%20sextortion%20scams%20still%20work%20in%202025%3F/32178 Akira Ransomware Group s use of Drivers Guidepoint Security observed the Akira ransomware group using specific legitimate drivers for privilege escalation https://www.guidepointsecurity.com/blog/gritrep-akira-sonicwall/ Adobe Patches Critical Experience Manager Vulnerability Adobe released emergency patches for a vulnerability in Adobe Experience Manager after a PoC exploit was made public. https://slcyber.io/assetnote-security-research-center/struts-devmode-in-2025-critical-pre-auth-vulnerabilities-in-adobe-experience-manager-forms/ https://helpx.adobe.com/security/products/aem-forms/apsb25-82.html Trend Micro Apex One Vulnerability Trend Micro released an emergency patch for an actively exploited pre-authentication remote code execution vulnerability in the Apex One management console. https://success.trendmicro.com/en-US/solution/KA-0020652

After online sextortionists drove his son Gavin to suicide, South Carolina state senator Brandon Guffey changed the law and created a forum for saving young people through his charity, LessThan3.com (

Sextortion is one of the fastest-growing online threats to kids today.In this episode, we unpack how predators build trust with teens, the red flag messages every parent should know, and why so many victims never speak up until it's too late.With thousands of cases reported and lives lost, this is a conversation every parent needs to hear.Learn how to spot the signs and support your child through even the toughest online situations.  

In this eye-opening episode, Tania sits down with Constable Stephanie Bosch and Constable Scott Sterling from the Internet Child Exploitation (ICE) Unit to talk about the realities of online harm to children. Together, they unpack the rise of sextortion, the growing trend of youth sharing explicit images, and the sophisticated tactics offenders use to target children online.This is a must-listen for every parent, caregiver, and educator. Constbale Stephanie and Constable Scott offer practical, real-world advice for keeping kids safe in an increasingly digital world—what to watch for, how to start difficult conversations with your child, and the steps to take if something goes wrong.This episode is not about fear: it's about awareness, education, and empowering families with the tools to protect their children online.To find out more about the incredible work of I.C.E., click hereOther important links:Canadian Centre for Child Protection: https://protectchildren.ca/en/Thorn: https://www.thorn.org/about/PatreonCome on over and join us on Patreon where we have bonus episodes, extra episode content , toolboxes , discounts for our courses, our ebook, a parent community and so much more - we would love to have you! Click here for more. Wanting more from ICP? Get 50 % off our annual membership with the coupon code: PODCAST5090+ courses on parenting and children's mental healthPrivate community where you can feel supportedWorkbooks, parenting scripts, and printablesMember-only Webinars Course Certificates for Continuing EducationAccess to our Certification ProgramLive Q & A Sessions for Parents & ProfesssionalsBi-Annual Parenting & Mental Health ConferencesDownloadable Social Media CollectionRobust Resource LibraryClick here for more Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the U.S., the cost of cybercrime in 2025 is estimated to hit $639.2 billion— up from $452.3 billion in 2024—an alarming surge fueled in large part by advancements in AI. Today, Nicole sits down with tech journalist Laurie Segall to uncover one of the darkest AI-driven scams: a disturbing scheme where scammers generate fake nude images to extort their victims. In this conversation, Laurie breaks down the most common deepfake crimes and scams, how to spot them, and how to protect yourself. She also shares the jaw-dropping story of her investigation into a shadowy figure known as “Mr. Deepfakes,” a man she describes as one of the most dangerous people on the internet, and what happened when she tracked him down and confronted him face-to-face. Nicole and Laurie zoom out to ask even bigger questions: What does this mean for women, for democracy, and for the future of AI? Spoiler alert: we are still very much in the Wild West. Follow Laurie's work, and her investigation into Mr. Deepfakes here.