46. Cello Email Scam EXPOSED! (Audio Only)

46. Cello Email Scam EXPOSED! (Audio Only) If you would like to watch the video of episode you can find it here: https://youtu.be/p3-YEcYFRQc This episode tells my most recent encounter with an email scam involving a "free" cello.  I hope it will be entertaining and informative!  When in doubt, don't click on links in emails or make arrangements for deals that are too good to be true.  It's probably a scam!  This scam involved offering a "free" cello where the victim pays for shipping via Venmo, CashApp, or Zelle, but never receives the cello. The scammer specifically asks for "friends and family" Venmo which removes purchase protection. In addition, the scammer acts as both the shipping company and the person giving away the cello, using two email addresses.   Download this a helpful document on how to avoid scams from the CISA (The US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency).  Be safe, everyone! --- Your support is appreciated! If you are enjoying The Orchestra Teacher Podcast, please consider becoming a supporter for as little as 99 cents per month. I am working hard to bring on some amazing educators who will share ideas, tell their story, and offer some support for all of you. I have invested a lot of time in putting it all together and money purchase equipment that will help provide the best possible listening experience. Here is the link: https://anchor.fm/orchestrateacher/support Thank you for your continued support! If you have suggestions for podcast guests, please let me know by providing a name and contact information. Subscribe to The Orchestra Teacher Website, YouTube Channel, and Podcast! Website: http://www.orchestrateacher.net YouTube Channel: http://youtube.com/theorchestrateacher Podcast on Anchor.fm: https://anchor.fm/orchestrateacher Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5pvAWs3uftZ5FJ2KyZYU0z Podcast on Google: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy9mNjU1ZWEwL3BvZGNhc3QvcnNz Podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-orchestra-teacher-podcast/id1489358262 ——— Product Promotion:   I’ve been using this new budgeting app called YouNeedABudget (YNAB for short) and it is a game changer! I have never felt so in control of my money and so excited about the future. Sign-up for YNAB and then we can nerd out together! Sign up for a free 7 day trial at: tinyurl.com/youneedabudgetnow