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EPISODE · Jan 26, 2026 · 44 MIN

What Everyone Needs to Know About Scams—and Why Awareness Is Your Best Protection

from Meaning and Moxie After 50 · host Leslie Maloney

We like to believe that if we’re careful, if we’re smart, if we trust our instincts, we’ll be fine. That scams happen to “other people.”But the truth is, many of the people who get scammed are thoughtful, responsible, and paying attention. And what really trips us up isn’t ignorance—it’s emotion, timing, and a few assumptions we don’t even realize we’re making.Today’s conversation is about learning how scams actually work—not from a place of fear, but from a place of understanding. My guest, Dale Cardwell, has spent years seeing behind the curtain, watching the patterns repeat, and understanding why even savvy people say yes when they wish they hadn’t.This isn’t about shaming or scaring anyone. It’s about getting smarter, asking better questions, and realizing that protection doesn’t always come from the systems we think are in place.If you’ve ever wondered, “Would I see it coming?” or “How do people fall for this?”—this episode will change the way you think. And more importantly, it will help you slow down, stay grounded, and protect yourself with clarity instead of fear.Dale's info:https://trustdale.com/**The information provided on this podcast does not, and is not intended to, constitute  legal advice;  instead, all information, content and materials available on this site are for general informational purposes only. Information on this podcast  may not constitute the most up-to-date legal or other information. This podcast contains links to other third party websites. Such links are only for the convenience of the reader, user or browser. 

We like to believe that if we’re careful, if we’re smart, if we trust our instincts, we’ll be fine. That scams happen to “other people.” But the truth is, many of the people who get scammed are thoughtful, responsible, and paying attention. And what really trips us up isn’t ignorance—it’s emotion, timing, and a few assumptions we don’t even realize we’re making. Today’s conversation is about learning how scams actually work—not from a place of fear, but from a place of understanding. My guest...

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