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“Let’s Talk About Scams” is the must-listen podcast for anyone who wants to protect themselves and their loved ones from scams and frauds targeting the elderly population. Host Joyce Petrowski, along with her expert guests, will provide valuable insights and practical tips on how to recognize and prevent scams, such as romance, grandparents, and tech support scams. Falling for these scams can have devastating financial, emotional, and psychological consequences, which is why it's crucial to ...
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Safeguard Your Move: Insights from a Moving Industry Pro
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In this episode of "Let's Talk About Scams," host Joyce Petrowski welcomes George Phillips, the business development manager at Just-In Time Moving (jitmoving.com) and a member of the Arizona Movers Association. George shares valuable insights on how to choose a reputable moving company, focusing on the unique challenges and considerations for elde…
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Unpacking Home Health vs. Home Care: What You Need to Know
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In this episode of “Let’s Talk About Scams,” host Joyce Petrowski, founder of R.O.S.E. Rose Resources / Outreach to Safeguard the Elderly, welcomes Laurel Smith, a seasoned professional in the senior care industry, to discuss the differences between home health and home care. They discuss the essential details of what each service entails, the impo…
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Data Breaches and Fraud Prevention: Essential Tips
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In this episode of "Let's Talk About Scams," host Joyce Petrowski, founder of R.O.S.E. Rose Resources / Outreach to Safeguard the Elderly, discusses recent scams targeting consumers, including the significant Ticketmaster data breach that compromised the personal information of 560 million customers. Joyce shares practical tips on how to protect yo…
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The Hidden Dangers of Bluetooth: What You Need to Know
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Welcome to another episode of “Let’s Talk About Scams,” hosted by Joyce Petrowski, founder of R.O.S.E. Resources / Outreach to Safeguard the Elderly. In this episode, Joyce discusses the alarming rise of Bluetooth-related scams with Paige Hanson from SecureLabs. They dive into various threats such as Blue Snarfing, Blue Bugging, Blue Jacking, and B…
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Connie's Story: From McAfee Alert to Financial Nightmare
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This episode of “Let’s Talk About Scams,” host Joyce Petrowski, founder of R.O.S.E. Resources / Outreach to Safeguard the Elderly, welcomes Connie, a recent victim of a tech support scam. Connie shares her harrowing experience of how she was deceived into giving scammers access to her computer under the pretense of a McAfee auto-renewal notice. Thi…
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This episode of “Let’s Talk About Scams,” host Joyce Petrowski, founder of R.O.S.E. Resources/Outreach to Safeguard the Elderly, dives deep into the alarming world of romance scams, focusing on a tragic case highlighted in CBS Evening News' series "Anything for Love." Joyce breaks down the manipulative tactics used by scammers, emphasizing the role…
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Scammed: A Deep Dive into Government Impersonation Frauds
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This episode of “Let’s Talk About Scams,” host Joyce Petrowski, founder of R.O.S.E. Resources/Outreach to Safeguard the Elderly, takes us through a harrowing impersonation scam story shared by Sonny, whose wife became a victim of scammers skillfully posing as various government officials. From Customs, Border Patrol, and the U.S. Marshals, the scam…
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How to Shield Your Tax Returns from Scammers
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This episode of “Let’s Talk About Scams,” host Joyce Petrowski, founder of R.O.S.E. Resources/Outreach to Safeguard the Elderly, dives deep into the IRS Identity Protection PIN—a powerful tool in the fight against tax-related fraud. With fraudulent tax returns causing a staggering $6 billion in losses annually, the IRS introduced this PIN to safegu…
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Close Call: Unraveling a Pig Butchering Scam
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This episode of “Let’s Talk About Scams,” host Joyce Petrowski, founder of R.O.S.E. Resources/Outreach to Safeguard the Elderly, sits down with Steve, who shares his near-miss experience with a scam called "pig butchering", which lures victims with the promise of lucrative cryptocurrency investments. Explore the depths of the mechanics behind the "…
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The Hidden Costs of Scams: Beyond the Financial Loss
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On this episode of “Let’s Talk About Scams,” host Joyce Petrowski, founder of R.O.S.E. Resources/Outreach to Safeguard the Elderly, exposes the latest scams targeting the elderly. From the classic Reader's Digest sweepstake scams to the more insidious package delivery scams, Joyce provides valuable insights into recognizing these fraudulent schemes…
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Beware the Scam: From Facebook Fakes to Bank Jugging Dangers
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On this episode of “Let’s Talk About Scams,” host Joyce Petrowski, founder of R.O.S.E. Resources/Outreach to Safeguard the Elderly, discusses the two prevalent scams that are currently making the rounds. First up is the “Look Who Died” scam on Facebook, a malicious attempt to exploit users’ emotions and curiosity. Following that, Joyce sheds light …
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The Cost of Clicking: A Tech Support Scam Story
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On this episode of "Let's Talk About Scams," host Joyce Petrowski, founder of R.O.S.E. Resources/Outreach to Safeguard the Elderly, hears from Janet who shares a recent tech support scam that targeted a 92-year-old family member. Through Janet's story, we understand the sophisticated tactics scammers use, from alarming pop-up messages to posing as …
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On this episode of "Let's Talk About Scams," host Joyce Petrowski, founder of R.O.S.E. Resources/Outreach to Safeguard the Elderly, exposes the alarming resurgence of the jury duty scam! Joyce breaks down the scam's mechanics, from the initial contact—often through phone calls, texts, or emails—to the creation of a state of fear, and the pressing d…
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New Year’s Resolutions: A Scammer’s Playground
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In this episode of "Let's Talk About Scams," host Joyce Petrowski, founder of R.O.S.E. Resources/Outreach to Safeguard the Elderly, explores the intricate world of New Year's resolution scams, particularly those related to popular goals like losing weight and getting in shape. Joyce provides an invaluable update on gift card scams, revealing how sc…
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In this episode of "Let's Talk About Scams," host Joyce Petrowski, founder of ROSE Resources/Outreach to Safeguard the Elderly, delves into the intricate world of government scams. Joyce breaks down how scammers impersonate various government organizations like the IRS, Social Security, and Medicare to exploit unsuspecting individuals. She emphasiz…
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Scam-Proof Your Holidays: Essential Safety Tips
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In this special episode of "Let's Talk About Scams," host Joyce Petrowski, founder of Rose Resources Outreach to Safeguard the Elderly, delves into the crucial topic of holiday scams. With the increase in online shopping and charitable donations during the festive season, Joyce provides invaluable advice on how to stay vigilant and protect yourself…
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When the Call Isn’t Real: Unveiling Grandparent Scams
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In this insightful episode of “Let’s Talk About Scams,” our host Joyce Petroski, founder of Resources/Outreach to Safeguard the Elderly, delves into the world of grandparent scams. This episode is an eye-opener, explaining how scammers exploit emotional vulnerabilities to trick grandparents into believing their grandchildren are in trouble, requiri…
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In this episode of Let's Talk About Scams, Joyce Petrowski guides us through the cunning world of thech support scams, explaining how they operate and the emotional tactics scammers use to manipulate their victims. Learn about the common ploys like unexpected contacts from well-known tech companies, false virus alerts, and phony refund offers. Joyc…
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Unmasking Charity Scams: Protecting Your Holiday Generosity
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In this episode, Joyce Petrowski dives into the intricate world of scams, reviewing the anatomy of a scam, breaking down their anatomy into three critical components: initiating contact, creating a compelling reason to act, and requesting payment. The spotlight is on charity scams, a prevalent threat, especially during the holiday season. Scammers …
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From Trust to Deception: Understanding the Scammer’s Game
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In this kickoff episode of “Let’s Talk About Scams” with your host Joyce Petrowski, we dive deep into the alarming statistics from 2022, revealing the surge in scams targeting our older adult population. Joyce breaks down the anatomy of scams, providing insights into their strategies, techniques, and patterns. From the FBI’s Internet Crime Complain…
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“Let’s Talk About Scams” is your essential podcast to understanding scams targeting the older adult population. Host Joyce Petrowski, founder of R.O.S.E. Resources/Outreach to Safeguard the Elderly, and her guests share insights and practical advice to help you recognize and protect yourself from various scams, including romance, grandparents, and …
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