EPISODE · Jul 2, 2025 · 15 MIN
Ep 170 | Scams Through the Decades - From Rotary to Robocalls
from TIMpactful Topics with Tim Messer · host Tim Messer
In this nostalgic episode, I crank the rotary dial back to the days of landlines, phone books, and psychic hotlines to explore the evolution of phone scams. From 70s sweepstakes cons to today’s AI-powered robocallers, I break down the absurdity, boldness, and occasional goat ransom of scam culture through the decades. You'll laugh, you'll cringe, and you might finally stop answering unknown numbers.Because if your phone says “Scam Likely,” just assume it’s not your long-lost rich uncle—it’s Miroslav with a bad connection and worse intentions.
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In this nostalgic episode, I crank the rotary dial back to the days of landlines, phone books, and psychic hotlines to explore the evolution of phone scams. From 70s sweepstakes cons to today’s AI-powered robocallers, I break down the absurdity, boldness, and occasional goat ransom of scam culture through the decades. You'll laugh, you'll cringe, and you might finally stop answering unknown numbers.Because if your phone says “Scam Likely,” just assume it’s not your long-lost rich uncle—it’s Miroslav with a bad connection and worse intentions.
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Ep 170 | Scams Through the Decades - From Rotary to Robocalls
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