Episodes

  • Scams Everyone Fell For — And They’re Back

    Scams Everyone Fell For — And They’re Back
    Jan 11 2026
    Scams Everyone Fell For — And They’re Back

    This episode with Lillian Cauldwell - Scam DamNation - examines eight classic scams that many Baby Boomers encountered throughout the 20th century, including chain-letter money schemes, encyclopedia and book-set sales, fake magazine subscriptions, “you’ve won a prize” phone calls, work-from-home assembly jobs, bogus charity donation requests, gold-coin and collectible investment scams, and deceptive travel-club memberships.

    Built on trust, authority, and official-looking paperwork, these schemes thrived in an era when verification was difficult — and many of the same tactics are still being used today.


    📎 Have you or someone you know been caught in one of these classic scams? Share your story with us at pwrnetworkllc@gmail.com — your voice could help someone else stay informed.

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    Scam DamNation” is a podcast hosted by Lillian Cauldwell that shines a spotlight on scams while giving listeners practical tips to avoid falling victim. Through sharing her own experiences of being scammed and breaking down a wide range of fraud schemes, Cauldwell provides both education and awareness to help protect the public.

    💬 Have comments or suggestions about a story? Contact Lillian Cauldwell directly!
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    11 mins
  • Scam Warnings 2026: What You Need to Know

    Scam Warnings 2026: What You Need to Know
    Jan 1 2026
    Discover the top Scam Warnings 2026 and how to stay protected — listen now.

    As 2026 begins, scams are becoming more sophisticated and dangerous — especially for older adults.

    In this episode, Lillian Cauldwell shares eye-opening stats from the Federal Trade Commission, including how losses of $100,000 or more have surged nearly tenfold since 2020. You'll hear how artificial intelligence is fueling new fraud schemes and how even seasoned consumers can be caught off guard.

    But this isn’t just a warning — it’s a call to action.
    Lillian offers practical ways to become a Digital Fraud Fighter, stay ahead of scam trends, and protect the people you care about most.

    💬 Think it can’t happen to you? Think again.

    📬 Have a story or question? Write to: pwrnetworkllc@gmail.com 🎙️ Tune in now — because staying alert could save you or someone you love.

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    Scam DamNation” is a podcast hosted by Lillian Cauldwell that shines a spotlight on scams while giving listeners practical tips to avoid falling victim. Through sharing her own experiences of being scammed and breaking down a wide range of fraud schemes, Cauldwell provides both education and awareness to help protect the public.

    💬 Have comments or suggestions about a story? Contact Lillian Cauldwell directly!
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    17 mins
  • 7 Scams Targeting Baby Boomers Revealed

    7 Scams Targeting Baby Boomers Revealed
    Dec 10 2025
    Uncover the seven scams targeting Baby Boomers today and learn how simple awareness can protect trust, finances, and peace of mind from modern fraudsters.

    In this episode of Scam DamNation, Lillian Cauldwell explains seven major scams targeting Baby Boomers and how each one works. She shows how scammers use emotion, technology, and authority tricks to take advantage of trust and goodwill.

    Many Baby Boomers were raised in a more trusting era, and today’s fraudsters exploit that openness. Lillian breaks down the most common schemes and offers simple steps listeners can take right away to better protect personal information, finances, and peace of mind. We must continue sharing our stories and experiences to help others.

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    We would love to hear your perspective — what stood out to you in this episode?

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    Scam DamNation” is a podcast hosted by Lillian Cauldwell that shines a spotlight on scams while giving listeners practical tips to avoid falling victim. Through sharing her own experiences of being scammed and breaking down a wide range of fraud schemes, Cauldwell provides both education and awareness to help protect the public.

    💬 Have comments or suggestions about a story? Contact Lillian Cauldwell directly!
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    8 mins
  • Amazon Scam Warning: How Scammers Target You This Holiday Season

    Amazon Scam Warning: How Scammers Target You This Holiday Season
    Dec 3 2025
    Scammers are using emails, calls, and texts to impersonate Amazon—and millions are at risk. Listen as Lillian Cauldwell explains today’s biggest Amazon Scam Warning and how to protect yourself fast.


    In this episode of Scam DamNation and Monday Tips, Lillian Cauldwell breaks down an urgent Amazon Scam Warning that every shopper needs to understand this holiday season. Amazon has reported a sharp increase in fraudulent emails, phone calls, and text messages designed to mimic official communication from the company. These scams are highly convincing and often timed to coincide with order confirmations, delivery updates, and return requests.

    Lillian explains how this three-pronged attack works, why scammers increase their activity during the holidays, and how they use emotional pressure — such as fake account issues or suspicious-activity alerts — to get victims to act quickly without thinking. Even tech-savvy customers can be fooled. Listeners will learn the key signs of a phishing attempt, how to check whether a message is legitimate, and what steps to take if you think you’ve clicked on something suspicious.

    Lillian also highlights insights from a Men’s Journal article that supports Amazon’s public warning and breaks down the top tactics scammers are using right now. This episode is essential for anyone who shops online — and especially those who receive a high number of shipping notifications during the holiday rush. Lillian’s guidance offers simple ways to stay safe, avoid pressure tactics, and protect your personal information from being stolen.

    If you know someone who might be vulnerable to digital fraud, make sure they hear this important discussion. Sharing it could help someone avoid becoming a victim during the busiest shopping season of the year.
    📌 Resource:
    Men’s Journal — Amazon Scam Alert and How to Stay Safe 🎙 From Passionate World Talk Radio Network — where real conversations matter.

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    Scam DamNation” is a podcast hosted by Lillian Cauldwell that shines a spotlight on scams while giving listeners practical tips to avoid falling victim. Through sharing her own experiences of being scammed and breaking down a wide range of fraud schemes, Cauldwell provides both education and awareness to help protect the public.

    💬 Have comments or suggestions about a story? Contact Lillian Cauldwell directly!
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    6 mins
  • How Email Vulnerability to Hackers Puts You at Risk

    How Email Vulnerability to Hackers Puts You at Risk
    Nov 26 2025
    Millions are unknowingly exposed to account takeovers through everyday email use. In this Scam DamNation episode, Lillian Cauldwell reveals how hackers exploit email-only access—and what you can do right now to protect yourself.

    In this episode of Scam DamNation, host Lillian Cauldwell exposes a hidden danger affecting nearly every internet user today—email vulnerability to hackers. With nothing more than your email address, cybercriminals can begin accessing linked accounts, triggering password resets, launching spam attacks, and even locking you out of your own digital life.

    The risk became impossible to ignore after the massive 2024 data breach, where the Social Security numbers of every American were potentially stolen. Add incidents like the F5 hack and increasing threats to Google accounts, and the message is clear: no email account is truly safe without added protection.

    Lillian explains how account enumeration allows scammers to confirm whether your email is tied to a service—without ever needing your password. Once confirmed, they can begin takeover attempts, identity theft, credential stuffing, or phishing, all while staying undetected. In this powerful conversation, you’ll learn:

    ✅ Why email addresses are the new skeleton key for hackers
    ✅ How data breaches fuel worldwide scam networks
    ✅ What security steps every user should take immediately
    ✅ How to reduce digital footprints without sacrificing convenience
    ✅ The importance of multi-factor authentication and monitoring Your email is more than a communication tool—it’s the gateway to your financial, medical, and personal information.

    Protecting it is no longer optional.

    👉 Listen now to stay informed, stay alert, and stay safer online. Visit Passionate World Talk Radio to explore more cybersecurity blogs, episodes, and resources.
    💡 At Passionate World Talk Radio, we believe real conversations matter. Subscribe, share, and help others protect themselves from digital scams.

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    Scam DamNation” is a podcast hosted by Lillian Cauldwell that shines a spotlight on scams while giving listeners practical tips to avoid falling victim. Through sharing her own experiences of being scammed and breaking down a wide range of fraud schemes, Cauldwell provides both education and awareness to help protect the public.

    💬 Have comments or suggestions about a story? Contact Lillian Cauldwell directly!
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    9 mins
  • AI Scams How Criminals Steal Your Information

    AI Scams How Criminals Steal Your Information
    Nov 19 2025
    Criminals are now using AI to mimic trusted voices and steal personal and financial information. Lillian Cauldwell explains how these scams work — and how to protect yourself.

    In this episode of Scam DamNation, host Lillian Cauldwell breaks down how a new wave of AI-driven scams is making it easier than ever for criminals to steal personal and financial information.

    Scammers are now using artificial intelligence to mimic trusted voices — from your bank and financial advisor to utility companies and even the IRS — creating messages that sound shockingly real. Lillian also reviews a recent alert from Consumer Reports, which outlines both new and familiar scams now targeting your phone and email.

    She explains what these schemes look like, why they are becoming harder to detect, and the first steps you should take the moment a suspicious message appears. This conversation gives listeners the tools they need to stay alert and protect themselves in a world where fraud evolves faster than most people realize.

    🎧 Listen now to learn how AI scams are tricking people into giving away sensitive information — and what you can do today to stay one step ahead.

    👉 Share this episode with someone who may be vulnerable to scam attempts. A simple warning could spare them — or you — from a serious financial loss. 💬 Have a thought or personal experience with these scams? We’d love to hear your perspective.

    Resource “The New Scams to Watch Out For” — Consumer Reports
    By Derek Kravitz, Investigative Reporter (Jan. 2025)

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    Scam DamNation” is a podcast hosted by Lillian Cauldwell that shines a spotlight on scams while giving listeners practical tips to avoid falling victim. Through sharing her own experiences of being scammed and breaking down a wide range of fraud schemes, Cauldwell provides both education and awareness to help protect the public.

    💬 Have comments or suggestions about a story? Contact Lillian Cauldwell directly!
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    21 mins
  • Stop Scammers from Draining Your Savings

    Stop Scammers from Draining Your Savings
    Nov 19 2025


    In this episode of Scam DamNation, Lillian Cauldwell exposes how scammers can wipe out your entire bank account—and what you must do to protect yourself. Once your money is gone, your bank may not be able to help. That’s why it’s crucial to stop scammers from draining your savings before they strike.

    Criminals are staying one step ahead, exploiting personal data and posing as trusted institutions. In one shocking case, scammers impersonated USAA’s fraud department and stole $19,000 from Allison Adams by convincing her to make a deposit at a local bank. Lillian shares how these schemes operate, why many victims never recover their losses, and what simple steps you can take to safeguard your finances. She also discusses the importance of verifying every message, email, or phone call claiming to be from your bank — and how even experienced consumers can fall for sophisticated scams.

    👉 Listen to this powerful episode to discover how to strengthen your online security, recognize red flags, and stop scammers before they strike. Protecting your personal information and staying alert can make all the difference in keeping your savings safe.

    📌 Share this episode to help others avoid becoming victims of financial fraud.
    💬 Have you or someone you know ever received a suspicious call or email from a “bank representative”? Share your story — awareness saves lives and savings.

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    Scam DamNation” is a podcast hosted by Lillian Cauldwell that shines a spotlight on scams while giving listeners practical tips to avoid falling victim. Through sharing her own experiences of being scammed and breaking down a wide range of fraud schemes, Cauldwell provides both education and awareness to help protect the public.

    💬 Have comments or suggestions about a story? Contact Lillian Cauldwell directly!
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    11 mins
  • How to Remove Malware from Your iPhone

    How to Remove Malware from Your iPhone
    Oct 22 2025
    Think your iPhone is malware-proof? Think again


    On this episode of Scam DamNation, host Lillian Cauldwell reveals how to remove malware from your iPhone and protect it from future attacks. While Apple’s App Store offers strong security, no device is completely immune.

    Malware can compromise your data, privacy, and performance. Lillian walks listeners through fast, effective removal techniques—and shares essential tips to keep your iPhone secure going forward. She explains how to detect suspicious behavior, delete harmful apps, and strengthen your device’s defenses with updates, settings, and smart usage habits. Staying alert is key to protecting your phone and personal information.

    By learning to spot early warning signs and applying proper safeguards, you can maintain both your privacy and device performance for the long term.

    👉 Don’t let malware make itself at home—listen now and learn how to defend your iPhone today!
    📌 Share this episode with friends and family to help them stay safe online—and remember, your security starts with awareness.
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    Scam DamNation” is a podcast hosted by Lillian Cauldwell that shines a spotlight on scams while giving listeners practical tips to avoid falling victim. Through sharing her own experiences of being scammed and breaking down a wide range of fraud schemes, Cauldwell provides both education and awareness to help protect the public.

    💬 Have comments or suggestions about a story? Contact Lillian Cauldwell directly!
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    21 mins