Scams 360

This week Kylie and Denis are covering money mules. Listen to hear a story from a victim and hear Denis talk about his money mule investigation with the FBI! Find us online:  Website: https://bcsiinvestigations.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bcsi.investigations  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063587320196#  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bcsi-investigations/  Twitter/X: https://x.com/PICANADA  Sources: https://www.fbi.gov/how-we-can-help-you/scams-and-safety/common-frauds-and-scams/money-mules https://www.reddit.com/r/Scams/comments/1t9yled/ausmoney_mule_victim_and_now_my_bank_account_is/

This week Kylie takes us on a journey through Amanda C. Riley's twisted tale of lies and Denis talks about similar cases he has come across. Be aware of who you are donating to because they may be taking advantage of you!  Find us online:  Website: https://bcsiinvestigations.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bcsi.investigations  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063587320196#  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bcsi-investigations/  Twitter/X: https://x.com/PICANADA  Sources: Podcast: Scamanda https://www.justice.gov/usao-ndca/pr/woman-formerly-bay-area-sentenced-five-years-prison-fraud-scheme https://people.com/where-is-amanda-riley-scamanda-now-11970878 https://www.biography.com/crime/a63577707/scamanda-amanda-riley-now https://www.reddit.com/r/ScamandaPodcast/comments/15r6fa4/amanda_rileys_full_blog_posts_with_photos/ https://people.com/where-is-amanda-riley-husband-now-11856935

This week we are talking about luggage tag scams. have you ever wondered what could be happening to your bag when you check it at the airport? Listen to hear a horror story about a woman from Toronto getting her bag switched! Find us online:  Website: https://bcsiinvestigations.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bcsi.investigations  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063587320196#  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bcsi-investigations/  Twitter/X: https://x.com/PICANADA  Sources https://www.msn.com/en-ca/news/canada/how-canadian-flyers-can-stop-their-luggage-from-turning-into-a-drug-shipment-due-to-airport-bag-tag-swaps/ar-AA23Pu1j?uxmode=ruby&ctsrc=dgst&ocid=edgdhpruby&pc=DCTS&cvid=6a12fa0db9364e25aa22d67a51195ce9&ei=9 https://www.ctvnews.ca/canada/article/exclusive-luggage-tag-switching-scheme-involves-flights-from-canada-to-countries-where-drug-smuggling-can-carry-death-penalty/ https://www.ctvnews.ca/canada/article/exclusive-investigation-reveals-organized-crime-groups-exploit-airport-insiders-to-move-drugs-uncovering-troubling-gaps-in-security/ https://www.ctvnews.ca/canada/article/exclusive-toronto-woman-wrongly-accused-of-drug-smuggling-now-photographs-her-luggage-before-every-flight/

The World Cup has arrived in Vancouver so we are diving into all the scams targeting the soccer fans. Kylie and Denis discuss Ticket scams, gambling and more!  Find us online:  Website: https://bcsiinvestigations.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bcsi.investigations  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063587320196#  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bcsi-investigations/  Twitter/X: https://x.com/PICANADA  Sources:  https://www.wired.me/story/world-cup-2026-scams https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/fifa-ticket-prices-9.7212341 https://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/49088332/fifa-1-million-fans-attended-first-16-games https://www.wired.me/story/locked-out-of-the-world-cup-a-year-marked-by-barriers-borders-and-broken-access https://au.pcmag.com/security/117761/the-world-cup-is-here-so-are-scams-how-to-avoid-fake-tickets-bogus-merch https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/sports-culture/gambling-fundraising/gambling-in-bc

This week Denis brings us the story of the infamous Prince of Fraud, Anthony Gignac. He impersonated Saudi Princes to get hotels, limos and credit cards to continue his image of wealthy living before making a detrimental mistake in front of a billionaire he was defrauding.  Find us online:  Website: https://bcsiinvestigations.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bcsi.investigations  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063587320196#  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bcsi-investigations/  Twitter/X: https://x.com/PICANADA  Sources:  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anthony_Gignac https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-48483286 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fisher_Island,_Florida https://www.aramco.com/en Ep 478 of And that’s why we drink

This week Kylie brings us the crazy life story of Sean Kirkham. New York City Club life, Scamming the FBI, drug deals, celebrities, and scamming the families of missing and murdered indigenous women, Sean Kirkham has done it all.    Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls information:  https://www.mmiwg-ffada.ca/    Find us online:  Website: https://bcsiinvestigations.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bcsi.investigations  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063587320196#  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bcsi-investigations/  Twitter/X: https://x.com/PICANADA   Sources: https://law.justia.com/cases/federal/appellate-courts/F3/195/126/556532/ https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/city-to-finish-women-s-memorial-after-non-profit-folds-1.2126363 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peter_Gatien https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/montreal/organizer-of-missing-women-memorial-pleads-guilty-to-fraud-1.2129620 https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/sean-kirkham-missing-women-memorial-organizer-sentenced-to-house-arrest-1.2635723 https://www.vice.com/en/article/the-life-and-death-of-a-career-snitch-and-scammer/

As summer approaches more and more people will be going on vacation which eans more peole will be getting scammed. This week we are diving into all the common travel scams that you should be aware of before booking your next trip! Find us online:  Website: https://bcsiinvestigations.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bcsi.investigations  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063587320196#  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bcsi-investigations/  Twitter/X: https://x.com/PICANADA  Sources:  https://www.travelpulse.ca/news/impacting-travel/scam-alert-travel-traps-to-watch-for-in-2025 https://consumer.ftc.gov/articles/avoid-scams-when-you-travel https://www.scotiabank.com/ca/en/personal/advice-plus/features/posts.dont-get-duped-how-to-avoid-travel-scams.html https://www.reddit.com/r/traveladvice/comments/1qvro05/whats_a_tourist_scam_you_fell_for_that_you_wish/

This week, we are giving you updates on episodes 28, 30, and 31, which covered the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, the plane crash at LaGuardia Airport, and the Great Canadian Maple Syrup Heist. We also talk about true crime news updates and discuss future cases to cover. Can you tell the difference between pure maple syrup and Aunt Jemima? let us know!    Find us online:  Website: https://bcsiinvestigations.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bcsi.investigations  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063587320196#  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bcsi-investigations/  Twitter/X: https://x.com/PICANADA    Sources:  https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/montreal/bogus-maple-syrup-quebec-9.7149822 https://www.msn.com/en-ca/news/canada/quebec-producer-who-sold-fake-maple-syrup-isn-t-stopping-federation-alleges/ar-AA21uzlE?uxmode=ruby&ocid=edgntpruby&pc=DCTS&cvid=69e963c183e24edea0bc11109c6ae02d&ei=26 https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/nancy-guthrie-disappearance-day-82-latest-updates https://stylecaster.com/entertainment/celebrity-news/1234909010/nancy-guthrie-update-blood/ https://www.usatoday.com/story/opinion/voices/2026/04/17/laguardia-plane-crash-air-traffic-control-reform/89593519007/ https://www.ntsb.gov/investigations/Pages/DCA26MA161.aspx https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c0lendp6390o https://apnews.com/article/gilgo-beach-serial-killings-guilty-plea-fdfbb6aace18e89bd5f7593859825eef https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2026/apr/23/gilgo-beach-serial-killer-rex-heuermann  

Weekend 2 of Coachella 2026 starts today and we are here to report on all the scams surrounding the most glamourized music festival in the US. From ticket scams to fake cockroaches in Airbnb's we have got everything you need to know before heading to the desert!    Find us online:  Website: https://bcsiinvestigations.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bcsi.investigations  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063587320196#  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bcsi-investigations/  Twitter/X: https://x.com/PICANADA    Sources:  https://www.miamiherald.com/entertainment/article315355666.html https://www.travelpirates.com/captains-log/coachella-2026-guide-lineup-airbnb-scams-weekend-2 https://www.musicfestivalwizard.com/biggest-music-festivals-in-the-world/ https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/music/articles/coachella-almost-ticket-scams-avoid-233907859.html  https://www.airbnb.ca/help/article/3059 https://community.withairbnb.com/t5/Support-with-your-bookings/What-are-some-known-Guest-Scams/td-p/1348179/page/2 https://www.asurion.com/connect/tech-tips/common-airbnb-scams-and-dos-and-donts-to-avoid-them/

This week Denis and Kylie are discussing the Great Canadian Maple Syrup Heist which led to the largest police investigation in Quebec's history!    Check us out online:  https://bcsiinvestigations.com/  https://www.instagram.com/bcsi.investigations/    Sources:  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Great_Canadian_Maple_Syrup_Heist https://thecanadianencyclopedia.ca/en/article/great-canadian-maple-syrup-heist https://time.com/7200222/maple-syrup-heist-the-sticky-amazon/ https://mapleterroir.com/blogs/blogs-maple-terroir/canadian-maple-syrup-heist-a-30-million theft-unveiled?srsltid=AfmBOor7ukL7dfIPT_6E10snZEUn3yHGfYlm5UR_74Z-Nak7r66Koez4 https://www.brendanborrell.com/syrup Episode 435 of My Favourite Murder  

This Episode was recorded on March 26, 2026, so the information presented may not be up to date.     This week Denis is telling Kylie about the recent plane crash at La Guardia airport and the subsequent investigation. Sources: https://www.cbc.ca/news/world/livestory/air-canada-crash-la-guardia-airport-investigation-update-9.7138217 https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/montreal/pilots-dead-laguardia-airport-new-york-crash-air-canada-9.7143707   https://abcnews.com/US/wireStory/laguardia-airport-runway-plane-collided-fire-truck-killing-131438347 https://globalnews.ca/news/11747969/bodies-pilots-collision-laguardia-repatriated/  

This week Kylie tells you the story of David Begelman and how he used his position in Hollywood to embezzle and defraud big actors such as Judy Garland. Then Denis takes us through Christophe Rocancourt's life of crime. from living with Mickey Rourke and partying with Jean Claude Van Damme to attempting to become a Rockefeller and ultimately escaping to Canada.    Follow us on IG and Facebook: @BCSI.Investigations Checkout our website: https://picanada.ca/  Rate! Review! Subscribe!   Sources:  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Begelman https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/business-news/hunting-con-queen-hollywood-1125932/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Columbia_Pictures#Filmography https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/IRS_tax_forms#1099_series https://www.artandpopularculture.com/Christophe_Rocancourt https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christophe_Rocancourt https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/alleged-con-man-to-the-stars-to-surrender-to-u-s-authorities-1.339265    

This week Denis is doing a deep dive into  the ongoing investigation into Nancy Guthrie.  if you have any information please contact the FBI at  1-800-225-5324 or submit tips online at tips.fbi.gov    Please take a look at the FBI's missing persons/kidnapped page as these cases are undergoing the same level of investigation but are lacking in awareness.    Missing person flyer: https://www.fbi.gov/wanted/kidnap/nancy-guthrie/@@download.pdf  FBI Missing persons list: https://www.fbi.gov/wanted/kidnap    *DISCLAIMER: This episode was recorded on February 19, 2026 so information may have changed between the recording and when you listen!    Sources:  https://www.foxnews.com/live-news/nancy-guthrie-disappearance-arizona-feb-19-live-updates   https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/nancy-guthrie-disappearance-day-19-latest-updates  https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/02/16/us/nancy-guthrie-case-updates  https://okmagazine.com/p/nancy-guthrie-case-fbi-contacts-mexican-authorities-ransom-note-emerges/  What to Know About the Search for Nancy Guthrie - The New York Times 

This week Kylie is telling Denis all about the Twin Flames Universe and how a scam can turn into a cult. If you have any information about Jeff and Shaleia Divine or the Twin Flames please submit tips here Sources:  https://www.ctvnews.ca/canada/article/former-canadian-member-of-twin-flames-universe-blows-whistle-on-alleged-cult/ https://www.ctvnews.ca/canada/article/alleged-cult-twin-flames-universe-accused-of-coercing-students-into-changing-gender/ https://twinflamesuniverse.com/ https://www.ctvnews.ca/world/article/police-descend-on-twin-flames-universe-headquarters-months-after-w5-expose/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Twin_Flames_Universe Cult Litre episode 381

This week Kylie and Denis are covering romance scams again as a reminder that valentines day is coming up. Valentines day can cause an uptick in romance scams so its best to be as careful as possible.    Sources:  https://www.womansworld.com/life/real-life-romance-scams-how-i-lost-2-million-dollars https://abcnews.go.com/US/happen-man-romance-scammers-picture-attract-women-15/story?id=127381988 https://www.ctvnews.ca/toronto/consumer-alert/article/toronto-man-loses-80000-to-romance-scam-as-advocates-call-for-more-fraud-protection/ https://antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca/scams-fraudes/romance-rencontre-eng.htm

This week, Denis is covering current Blessing scams in Vancouver, and then Kylie explains the Ghost Marriage scams that were affecting San Francisco's Chinatown in 2012.   Check us out on Instagram: @BCSI.Investigations  Make sure to check out the link in our bio for all our information.    Sources:  https://vancouversun.com/news/vancouver-police-chinese-targeted-blessing-scam https://www.cnn.com/2025/07/04/australia/australia-chinese-blessing-scam-charges-intl-hnk Episode 210 of Creeps and Crimes  

This week, we switch things up, and we both tell you about a scam! Kylie is covering ghost tapping and the real story behind all these news articles popping up. Denis covers ghost touching, like a phantom using your phone.  Check us out on Instagram: @BCSI.Investigations  Make sure to click the link tree in our bio for all our information!    Sources: https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/ghost-tapping-rise-canadians-know-230800993.html https://www.bbb.org/all/consumer/scam/how-to-spot-and-avoid-tap-to-pay-scams https://cnb1901.com/blog-ghost-touch-hacking

Welcome to Season 2 of Scams 360! It will be the same podcast you know and love, but sometimes the format may be switched up, and we are expanding our topics!    This week, to wrap up 2025, Denis and Kylie will be covering the top 10 Scams of 2025! They will discuss their views on AI, Deep fakes and capitalism.    Sources:  https://the420.in/top-international-scams-2025-ai-fraud-global-cybercrime-lessons/  

This week, we discuss chain mail and how it has evolved from an email forward to a social media scam. Listen to learn about international secret Santa and how some chain mail might be a pyramid scheme.  IG: BCSI.Investigations Website: picanada.ca Sources:  https://www.snopes.com/fact-check/secret-sisters-gift-exchange/ https://ktla.com/news/dont-fall-for-this-secret-santa-gift-scam/#:~:text=2%E2%80%9D%20into%20the%20top%20spot,to%20the%20social%20media%20platform. https://www.snopes.com/fact-check/chain-linked/ https://www.cantonrep.com/story/lifestyle/columns/2025/11/23/dont-fall-for-secret-sister-gift-exchange-this-christmas/87350835007/

It's the holiday season, which means people are in a giving mood. Listen to this week's episode to know how to make sure the money you donate is actually going to a good cause!    Follow us on Facebook and Instagram: @BCSI.Investigations   Sources:  https://competition-bureau.canada.ca/en/fraud-and-scams/tips-and-advice/charity-scams https://westvanpolice.ca/charity-scams/ https://www.reddit.com/r/nonprofit/comments/1d5qo4x/donation_scam_beware/ https://www.michigan.gov/consumerprotection/protect-yourself/consumer-alerts/scams/how-to-spot-fake-gofundme-accounts https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/2025/05/06/gofundme-fundraiser-scam-grieving-community/83472880007/ https://www.idtheftcenter.org/post/fake-gofundme-scams/            https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/beware-of-phony-fundraisers-on-gofundme/

This week, Denis returns to discuss which holiday scams you should look out for this winter!    Check us out on Instagram/Facebook: @bcsi.investigations If you require a private investigator, visit our website: picanada.ca   Sources:  https://www.wkyt.com/2025/11/26/better-business-bureau-warns-shoppers-holiday-scams/ https://rollingout.com/2025/11/26/amazon-warns-of-dangerous-holiday-scams/ https://foxbaltimore.com/news/local/maryland-ag-holiday-scams-tips-safe-shopping-giving https://mercercountyoutlook.net/2025/11/26/fbi-cleveland-warns-of-holiday-scams-during-the-shopping-season-3/ https://ksltv.com/ksl-investigates/get-gephardt/holiday-scams/850451/ https://lionsgate.network/the-12-scams-of-christmas-your-essential-guide-to-protecting-your-crypto-this-holiday-season/ https://www.fbi.gov/how-we-can-help-you/scams-and-safety/common-frauds-and-scams/holiday-scams

This week is a solo episode. Kylie is discussing all things data poisoning from what it is to how to spot and avoid it!  Check us out online:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bcsi.investigations/    Sources:  https://cypfer.com/inside-ai-data-poisoning-how-attackers-manipulate-machine-learning/ https://www.sentinelone.com/cybersecurity-101/cybersecurity/data-poisoning/ https://www.crowdstrike.com/en-us/cybersecurity-101/cyberattacks/data-poisoning/   https://www.lasso.security/blog/data-poisoning

This week, we have a special guest, Yuli, to discuss NFTs and the risks associated with buying them.    Sources:  https://www.fraud.com/post/nft-scams-a-real-life-story https://www.prestigeonline.com/hk/lifestyle/art-plus-design/most-expensive-nft-artworks-ever-sold/ https://www.endlessdomains.io/blog/posts/hard-wallets-vs-soft-wallets

This week, we discuss subscription traps and the ones that we have been stuck in. Remember to rate and review! Check us out online at @BCSI.Investigations or on our website, picanada.ca, if you have been affected by a scam or need a private investigation.   Sources:  https://competition-bureau.canada.ca/en/fraud-and-scams/tips-and-advice/subscription-traps https://www.canada.ca/en/competition-bureau/news/2020/03/subscription-traps-no-strings-attached-trial-offers-could-leave-you-with-your-hands-tied.html https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c07nlvmyl05o https://www.nytimes.com/2025/06/20/learning/the-great-subscription-trap.html https://www.nbc26.com/news/local-news/subscription-trap-are-you-wasting-hundreds-on-services-you-forgot

This week, we discuss smart home systems and how they can be vulnerable to hacking. Listen to learn the signs that you've been hacked and how to protect yourself.  If you enjoyed Scams 360, please leave five stars and a review :) Sources: https://www.businessinsider.com/hacker-breaks-into-smart-home-google-nest-devices-terrorizes-couple-2019-9#:~:text=Millions%20of%20users%20have%20signed,Google https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/google-home-speakers-allowed-hackers-to-snoop-on-conversations/ https://www.datapacific.com/9-signs-that-your-smart-home-device-has-been-hacked/ 

This week, we discuss the seizure of $15 billion worth of Bitcoin and someone being scammed out of $230 million. Crypto scams are becoming more prevalent every day, so listen to find out how to protect yourself!    Sources:  https://www.foxbusiness.com/fox-news-crime/billions-bitcoin-seized-doj-massive-pig-butchering-crypto-scam-cambodia https://www.foxnews.com/us/dea-fbi-seize-10-million-cryptocurrency-directly-linked-sinaloa-cartel https://markets.financialcontent.com/wral/article/breakingcrypto-2025-10-15-federal-authorities-seize-staggering-15-billion-in-bitcoin-unmasking-global-pig-butchering-crypto-scam https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pr-LPmg9oxQ https://www.secretservice.gov/investigations/investmentfraud-pigbutchering https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/crypto-atms-profit-as-scammers-run-wild/ar-AA1Osz14?ocid=BingNewsSerp https://boingboing.net/2024/10/22/man-loses-230m-crypto-fortune-after-falling-for-scammers-plot.html

This week, we discuss Facebook Marketplace and the common scams that occur when selling or buying on there.    Sources:  https://www.reddit.com/r/toronto/comments/1iatqqu/new_facebook_marketplace_scam/ https://www.ctvnews.ca/montreal/article/how-could-this-happen-to-me-fraud-victims-left-reeling-as-scams-cost-canadians-638m/ https://www.reddit.com/r/PersonalFinanceCanada/comments/1g8xvnv/warning_lost_2000_to_a_td_bank_transfer_scam_when/ https://www.facebook.com/help/1156544111079919/ https://www.td.com/ca/en/personal-banking/advice/day-to-day-banking/services/etransfer-fraud

This week, we discuss how ticket scams affect Canadians. After the number of scams the Eras Tour brought out, we wanted to prepare our listeners for the upcoming FIFA World Cup. Listen to us discuss our own encounters with scammers and resellers and how to identify and avoid ticket scams.    Sources:  https://www.ticketleap.com/blog/how-to-avoid-ticket-scams/ https://www.the-independent.com/life-style/coldplay-concert-ticket-scam-facebook-b2633601.html

This week, we dive deep into Charles Ponzi's life and how the Ponzi schemes were invented. We discussed a new Ponzi Scheme that happened in Alberta and BC.    Sources: https://www.investopedia.com/terms/p/ponzischeme.asp https://globalnews.ca/news/9929191/edmonton-kelowna-ponzi-scheme-charges/ https://www.squamishchief.com/highlights/alleged-bc-ponzi-scheme-fraudster-identified-as-drowning-victim-9168281 https://ca.news.yahoo.com/ponzi-scheme-charges-stayed-against-183916036.html https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charles_Ponzi https://marriott.byu.edu/magazine/faculty-research/how-to-spot-a-ponzi https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/sin/fraud-data-breaches.html

This week, we are switching things up! We are discussing the Queen of Canada, her group, and her arrest. Scams come in different forms, even cults.    Sources:   https://globalnews.ca/news/11403316/queen-of-canada-freed-bail/ https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/saskatchewan/queen-of-canada-richmound-school-ndp-review-1.7629335 https://www.ctvnews.ca/regina/video/2025/09/10/sask-ndp-calling-for-queen-of-canada-govt-response/ https://globalnews.ca/news/11403316/queen-of-canada-freed-bail/ https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/saskatchewan/village-residents-divided-as-queen-of-canada-cult-remains-in-richmound-sask-1.7238282 https://globalnews.ca/news/11391128/saskatchewan-rcmp-richmound-investigation/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Romana_Didulo

This week, we will discuss AI chatbots and how people are falling in love with them. Then, we dive into how they can be used for scams and how to protect yourself when dating online.  Remember to rate, review, and subscribe!   Sources:  https://www.msn.com/en-ca/news/world/she-looked-like-kendall-jenner-whispered-sweet-nothings-and-lured-a-new-jersey-retiree-to-his-death/ar-AA1KDHtM?ocid=msedgdhp&pc=DCTS&cvid=68a0a7e8d35344d9af4f5ef221cd9488&ei=9 https://www.ussfcu.org/media-center/security-corner/blog-detail-security-corner.html?cId=96630&title=ai-powered-romance-scams-how-to-spot-and-avoid-them  

This week, we learn all about smishing. Listen to hear what messages we get all the time and what to look out for!    Sources:  https://globalnews.ca/news/11331071/scam-text-messages-canada-smishing/?utm_source=onesignal&utm_medium=push&utm_campaign=2025-08-12-got-a-scam-text https://www.aura.com/learn/can-you-get-hacked-by-responding-to-a-text-message#:~:text=Don't%20Panic!-,No%2C%20you%20can't%20get%20hacked%20by%20responding%20to%20a,be%20much%20harder%20to%20evade.

This week, we discuss heavy topics such as suicide. Please reach out to the National Suicide Help Line at 988 or online at 988lifeline.org for messaging if you are experiencing any problems. Kids Help Phone is also available for minors at 1-800 – 668 – 6868 or text 686868   We are discussing sextortion and how it has taken the lives of many young boys. Listen for information on how to handle these situations.  Sources:  https://www.usatoday.com/story/life/health-wellness/2025/02/25/teenage-boys-mental-health-suicide-sextortion-scams/78258882007/ https://www.missingkids.org/gethelpnow/cybertipline#bythenumbers

This week, we are talking about buying houses and how AI can be used to scam you out of your own house!    Sources: https://fct.ca/inside-fct/fct-in-the-news-ai-is-driving-a-new-wave-of-real-estate-fraud#:~:text=The%20article%20highlights%20key%20findings,create%20highly%20convincing%20fake%20documents   https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/canada-housing-market-artificial-intelligence-ai-scams   https://realestatemagazine.ca/ai-is-driving-a-new-wave-of-real-estate-fraud-report/   https://globalnews.ca/news/9437913/homeowner-impersonators-lined-32-fraud-cases-ontario-bc/ 

This week, we tell two stories of people being scammed into booking travel, then talk about personal experiences and give recommendations for safe travel.   Sources:  https://www.ctvnews.ca/toronto/article/nearly-one-third-of-canadians-have-fallen-victim-to-travel-scams-survey/ https://www.ctvnews.ca/toronto/article/i-felt-like-crying-ontario-family-loses-17500-to-online-flight-ticket-scam/ https://www.ctvnews.ca/toronto/article/ontario-family-forced-to-pay-nearly-24k-out-of-pocket-after-ticket-broker-ghosts-them-overseas/ https://vancouver.citynews.ca/2025/07/31/bbb-bc-warns-against-travel-scam/ https://vancouver.citynews.ca/2025/07/06/bc-ferries-scams-warning/ https://vancouversun.com/travel/5-tips-avoid-vacation-scams  

This week, we discuss Government impostor scams. Listen to learn about tarriff scams, the AI Mark Carney scam, and how to stay safe!    Sources:    https://www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/british-columbians-our-governments/services-policies-for-government/information-management-technology/information-security/information-security-awareness/avoid_telephone_scams_infosheet.pdf https://www.ctvnews.ca/barrie/article/beware-of-fraudulent-calls-impersonating-rcmp-opp-and-canadian-anti-fraud-centre/ https://www.freep.com/story/money/personal-finance/susan-tompor/2025/07/23/scam-tariffs-immigration-drug-trafficking/85307398007/ https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/more-fake-cbc-ads-investigation-1.7494923

This week, we discuss POS terminals and how people can use those and card skimmers to scam you.    Sources:  https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/beach-bia-warns-point-of-sale-scam-thousands-stolen-1.7583825 https://www.cp24.com/local/toronto/2025/07/03/it-was-a-shock-toronto-business-owner-says-customer-used-point-of-sale-terminal-to-issue-himself-2000-refund/ https://www.fbi.gov/how-we-can-help-you/scams-and-safety/common-frauds-and-scams/skimming https://www.volantesystems.com/blog/pos-theft-10-immediate-actions-to-protect-your-business/

This week, we discuss SIM swapping and how to protect yourself.  Don't forget to leave a 5-star rating!  Sources:  https://www.msn.com/en-ca/news/canada/b-c-woman-lost-over-500k-in-bitcoin-in-2021-sim-swap-fraud-scheme-lawsuit-alleges/ar-AA1I7cGo?ocid=msedgdhphdr&cvid=f43fbdc7b0aa45a2cd807334e964f3a3&ei=11 https://www.mapleridgenews.com/news/bc-woman-claims-bitcoin-now-worth-more-than-18m-stolen-in-sim-swap-scam-8110242 https://www.ctia.org/protecting-against-sim-swap-fraud https://securityscorecard.com/blog/sim-card-hacking-what-it-is-how-it-works-and-how-to-protect-yourself/

This week, we discuss romance scams. Listen to learn about two cases in which women lost their money and, finally, a case in which a scammer was caught.  Sources:  https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/edmonton/alberta-romance-fraudster-declared-a-dangerous-offender-locked-up-indefinitely-1.7574949  https://globalnews.ca/news/11217545/alberta-romance-scam-td-bank/ https://abc7ny.com/post/7-side-woman-loses-1m-romance-scam-she-shares-red-flags-missed/15876494/

This week, we introduce you to Denis Gagnon, the president of BCSI. Then, you hear a story about what can go wrong when applying for jobs online.  Sources:  IJMUK.org IJM.org