SAFE, SMART, AND AWARE, with Tracy Walder

Personal safety looks very different today than it did even a few years ago — and it’s not just about where we go, but how we live, what we click, and how aware we are in a world that moves fast.

In this timely episode, Martha sits down with Tracy Walder, a former CIA and FBI special agent and current national security contributor for NewsNation, to talk about modern personal security, cyber scams, and the everyday habits that can help protect all of us — regardless of age.

Inspired by the headlines surrounding Nancy Guthrie, this conversation goes beyond the news cycle to explore what families really need to understand about safety today. Martha also shares a personal experience involving her own mom, making this discussion especially relatable for anyone balancing their own security while looking out for loved ones.

This episode is packed with practical, real-life takeaways, including:

• The most common cyber scams targeting people right now — and why even smart, tech-savvy individuals fall for them
• Simple digital habits that instantly make you less vulnerable
• Everyday physical safety tips that don’t require changing your lifestyle
• How oversharing on social media can unintentionally create risk
• The right way to talk about safety with family members without creating fear
• What to do immediately if you or someone you love becomes a victim of a scam or theft

This isn’t a conversation about panic — it’s about awareness, confidence, and learning small shifts that can make a big difference in real life.

To learn more about Tracy follow her @theunexpectedspy or visit www.tracywalder.com

Resources that Tracy shared:

https://www.bark.us/

https://incogni.com/

https://www.beenverified.com/

https://www.truthfinder.com/

This episode is supported by:

Kathy L Wall State Farm Agency & Cotes du Coeur

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