See All Podcasts

PodCast Episode

Online Scams

Episode By: MilitaryOneSource Series

12 MinutesJuly 11, 2023

Listen and subscribe on your favorite platforms:

Spotify

Apple Podcasts

Amazon Music

DVIDS

Host Bruce Moody speaks with Carol Kando-Pineda, counsel with the Federal Trade Commission’s Division of Consumer and Business Education. The FTC is the nation’s consumer protection agency. It works to stop fraud, deception and unfair business practices. Ms. Kando-Pineda describes scams that use artificial intelligence, text messages, promises of romance and big returns on investments.

Share your feedback about this podcast as well as ideas for future episodes by visiting the Military OneSource Podcast Feedback Form.

Resources

Learn more about online scams at https://consumer.ftc.gov/scams. You can report an online scam at https://reportfraud.ftc.gov.

This episode is part of the Military OneSource Podcast.

Military life topics including deployment, PCS, recreation, relationships, finances, parenting, etc.

All Episodes

This Podcast is for

Civilian Leader, Extended Family or Friend, Family With Special Needs, Military Leader, National Guard, New Service Member, Parent, Reserves, Retiree/Veteran, Service Member, Service Provider, Spouse, Survivor, Transitioning Service Member, Wounded Warrior

Service Branch

Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, Space Force, National Guard, Reserves

Topic

Personal Finance

Related Podcasts

Managing Your Move: Financial Tips and Traps to Avoid for a Lower Stress PCS

25 MinutesJune 24, 2024

Hear from experienced PCSers about the financial side of military moves and how to avoid pitfalls to reduce stress.

Sesame Workshop and Month of the Military Child 2022

28 MinutesMay 7, 2022

This podcast discusses Sesame Street for Military Families and the resources, tools and strategies available to help military families build every day resilience and stay strong in mind and body.

Armed Services Blood Program

19 MinutesMarch 7, 2023

Learn about the Armed Services Blood Program, the official blood program of the U.S. military, who it serves and why the need for donations is greater than in years past.

Still Need Help? Connect with an expert 24/7/365.

We get MilLife, and we're here to connect you to the right kind of expert guidance — from quick answers about specific issues to personalized coaching and confidential counseling. In immediate danger? Call military law enforcement or dial 911.

Call to talk with us

Get personalized support over the phone, anytime.

800-342-9647

OCONUS dialing options

Live chat with us

Fill out a quick form to start a secure chat with us for personalized support.

Chat Now

Request non-medical counseling

Make an online request to schedule an appointment with a counselor.

Request

What’s This?

24/7/365 Access to Support

In the United States, call 911 if you are in an emergency.