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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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  • S2 · E34
    Wednesday · 34 min

    Impersonation scams and malicious actors gaining access to your account

    We are reviewing a couple new FBI Public Service Announcements. One PSA is about OAuth scams - malicious actors gaining access to your accounts through consent phishing. Tune to learn more about this. We will also run through a few examples of how to...

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  • S2 · E33
    September 29 · 25 min

    Learn About Our New Facebook Group - Scam Prevention Through Education

    We have a new Facebook Group - Scam Prevention Through Education. Check out the information we have posted already, lots of good stuff. Learn more about this group and how to request to join. Let’s Talk About Scams is broadcast live Tuesdays at 8AM...

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  • S2 · E32
    September 23 · 18 min

    The future of cryptocurrency ATMs

    Many of us in the scam prevention world keep asking the question, “Why are cryptocurrency ATMs legal?” In 2026, Indiana, Tennessee, and Minnesota have enacted total statewide bans on cryptocurrency ATMs. Hawaii recently enacted a new state law that...

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  • S2 · E31
    September 15 · 48 min

    Learn How Data Brokers Buy and Sell our Data

    Join us as we talk to David Hawkins and learn about how data brokers buy and sell our data. This information can get into the wrong hands and then used to scam us. David works for cloaked, you can find more information at https://www.cloaked.com/...

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  • S2 · E30
    September 8 · 20 min

    Top 10 scam prevention tips

    At our fraud prevention presentations, we always send attendees home with some good advice. This episode will feature 10 common sense scam prevention tips. You have probably heard most of these tips, but it never hurts to repeat them. Let’s Talk...

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  • S2 · E29
    September 2 · 18 min

    We all had the same rotary dial phone

    40 or 50 years ago, most of us didn’t have call waiting, caller ID, or answering machines. The telephone was the main way we communicated with the world. Phone scams were extremely rare so there was no need to be so cautious. That is why many of us...

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  • S2 · E28
    August 25 · 16 min

    "You didn’t win the Publishers Clearing House sweepstakes"

    Fraudsters are calling people and telling them they won the Publishers Clearing House sweepstakes. After getting a potential victim excited about winning millions of dollars, the scammer claims the prize cannot be released until the “winner” pays...

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  • S2 · E27
    August 18 · 50 min

    Robo Calls - the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

    Join us as we talk with Matt Mizenko of Nomorobo. We will review their 2025 Annual Fraud Report and discuss how scammers are targeting older adults with robo calls. Read Nomorobo's full annual report here:...

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  • S2 · E26
    August 12 · 37 min

    Why choose a senior placement company

    Senior placement is a free advisory service that helps older adults and their families find and transition into appropriate senior housing or care facilities, such as assisted living or memory care. Specialists evaluate care needs, budgets, and...

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  • S2 · E25
    August 4 · 19 min

    Another wave of the jury scam is here

    Scammers posing as court employees or law enforcement officers may threaten to fine or arrest you for allegedly failing to comply with a court order or jury duty summons. This particular scam has been around for decades. If an individual announces...

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  • S2 · E24
    July 29 · 15 min

    Why words matter when we talk about scams

    Far too often, the blame for financial fraud is directed at the victims rather than the criminals. We say things like “he fell for a romance scam” when in reality, a criminal targeted, manipulated, and exploited this person. There is currently a...

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  • S2 · E23
    July 21 · 47 min

    Non-Medical Home Health Care - What You Need To Know

    Join us as we talk about non-medical home health care with our guest Mary Doyle of Adultcare Assistance Homecare. Learn which questions to ask, why you should use a reputable company, and the risks you want to avoid. Let’s Talk About Scams is...

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  • S2 · E22
    July 15 · 21 min

    How To's - Block Cookies, Turn Off Text Previews and More!

    We will walk through how to block third-party cookies from your internet browser, turn off text message previews, and more! And learn why this is important. Let’s Talk About Scams is broadcast live Tuesdays at 8AM PT on K4HD Radio - Hollywood Talk...

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  • S2 · E20
    June 30 · 27 min

    Fraudulent Websites and Property Sales

    Tune in as we discuss two FBI Public Service Announcements. Identity Theft of vacant property owners and attempt to fraudulently sell the vacant property. Scammers redirecting people to fraudulent websites. Learn more about these scams and ways to...

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  • S2 · E19
    June 23 · 30 min

    Hospice Fraud and Couriers being used by Scammers to Collect Cash

    Join us as we discuss a few scams and protection tips. 1. Hospice fraud targeting Medicare recipients 2. Scammers using couriers to collect cash. Let’s Talk About Scams is broadcast live Tuesdays at 8AM PT on K4HD Radio - Hollywood Talk Radio...

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  • S2 · E18
    June 17 · 35 min

    The FBI’s role in protecting victims from scams

    FBI victim specialists are part of Operation Level Up, a U.S. federal initiative launched in January 2024 to identify and notify victims of cryptocurrency investment fraud before they suffer further losses, with the goal of preventing hundreds of...

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  • S2 · E17
    June 9 · 52 min

    Technology and Education and their role in Scams

    Ever wonder how technology and education can work hand in hand when it comes to scams? Tune in and find out as Patrick Coughlin with Savi talks about his new product Scamwise (https://scamwise.com). Patrick will discuss his loved one's scam...

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  • S2 · E16
    June 2 · 39 min

    Cryptocurrency ATM Scam Refund

    Arizona's new Cryptocurrency Kiosk Law went into effect September 2025. Gale joins us to discuss her scam experience and getting her money refunded through this new law. Let’s Talk About Scams is broadcast live Tuesdays at 8AM PT on K4HD Radio -...

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  • S2 · E15
    May 26 · 23 min

    Update on states and cities that have banned crypto ATMs

    If someone ever sends you to a cryptocurrency ATM, it is almost always a scam. Any legitimate company, financial institution, or government agency will not demand this method of payment. To combat scams related to these machines, numerous towns,...

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