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Scam Of The Week

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CEO/President Jan Diaz from The Better Business Bureau for Northern Indiana joins Tommie Lee each week for a slightly deeper dive on the Scam Of The Week segment heard on 953 MNC, MNC Nation, and other Federated Media stations each week. Every podcast focuses on a scam being reported in northern Indiana, or a related event. You will also hear how to best protect yourself, your information and your money.

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Scammers are using the 4th of July 29.06.2026 7:26

Tommie Lee and Meghan White from the BBB of Northern Indiana talk about scams that are feeding off your desire to be patriotic this week. Report suspicious, confusing, or misleading ads to  BBB Ad Truth  or report a scam with  BBB ScamTracker . If you have lost money, report it to FTC at  Report Fraud. FTC.gov For more information on consumer tips, visit  BBB.org.  If...

It's young people, not the elderly, who are being targeted by most scammers 16.06.2026 10:27

Tommie Lee and President/CEO Jan Diaz of the BBB of Northern Indiana talk about scams that specifically target young adults. Report suspicious, confusing, or misleading ads to  BBB Ad Truth  or report a scam with  BBB ScamTracker . If you have lost money, report it to FTC at  Report Fraud. FTC.gov For more information on consumer tips, visit  BBB.org.  If you spot a s...

Avoid scams while shopping for Dad 09.06.2026 8:41

Father's Day is coming up fast. Tommie Lee and President/CEO Jan Diaz of the BBB of Northern Indiana talk about avoiding the scammers who are counting on your desire to make your online shopping fast and affordable. Report suspicious, confusing, or misleading ads to  BBB Ad Truth  or report a scam with  BBB ScamTracker . If you have lost money, report it to FTC at  Report Fraud...

Summer concerts and festivals are here, and so are fake ticket sellers 08.06.2026 6:25

Tommie Lee and President/CEO Jan Diaz of the BBB of Northern Indiana talk about summer event ticket scams, which are getting harder to spot if you don't know what you're looking for. Report suspicious, confusing, or misleading ads to  BBB Ad Truth  or report a scam with  BBB ScamTracker . If you have lost money, report it to FTC at  Report Fraud. FTC.gov For more information on...

The old summer driveway scam is back with the warm weather 02.06.2026 6:13

Tommie Lee and President/CEO Jan Diaz of the BBB of Northern Indiana talk about how to spot fake contractor scams regarding your driveway. Report suspicious, confusing, or misleading ads to  BBB Ad Truth  or report a scam with  BBB ScamTracker . If you have lost money, report it to FTC at  Report Fraud. FTC.gov For more information on consumer tips, visit  BBB.org.  I...

New graduates are being targeted by two specific scams 26.05.2026 9:57

Tommie Lee and President/CEO Jan Diaz of the BBB of Northern Indiana talk about how to avoid scams that target recent graduates.. Report suspicious, confusing, or misleading ads to  BBB Ad Truth  or report a scam with  BBB ScamTracker . If you have lost money, report it to FTC at  Report Fraud. FTC.gov For more information on consumer tips, visit  BBB.org.  If you spo...

Memorial Day weekend brings its own scams 19.05.2026 9:34

Tommie Lee and President/CEO Jan Diaz of the BBB of Northern Indiana talk about how to avoid scams related to Memorial Day, especially those targeting veterans and the military. Report suspicious, confusing, or misleading ads to  BBB Ad Truth  or report a scam with  BBB ScamTracker . If you have lost money, report it to FTC at  Report Fraud. FTC.gov For more information on cons...

Moving season is here, and so is moving scam season 12.05.2026 8:44

Tommie Lee and President/CEO Jan Diaz of the BBB of Northern Indiana talk about how to avoid scams at the time of year when many people are making a move or heading home from school. Report suspicious, confusing, or misleading ads to  BBB Ad Truth  or report a scam with  BBB ScamTracker . If you have lost money, report it to FTC at  Report Fraud. FTC.gov For more information on...

Looking for a job? Scammers are counting on it. 28.04.2026 10:47

Tommie Lee and President/CEO Jan Diaz of the BBB of Northern Indiana talk about the danger signs to avoid as scammers post fake jobs at graduation time to collect personal information. Report suspicious, confusing, or misleading ads to  BBB Ad Truth  or report a scam with  BBB ScamTracker . If you have lost money, report it to FTC at  Report Fraud. FTC.gov For more information...

Prom and wedding dress scams are popping up everywhere 22.04.2026 9:45

Tommie Lee and Megan White of the BBB of Northern Indiana talk about how to make sure your big dress purchase is done safely and securely. Report suspicious, confusing, or misleading ads to  BBB Ad Truth  or report a scam with  BBB ScamTracker . If you have lost money, report it to FTC at  Report Fraud. FTC.gov For more information on consumer tips, visit  BBB.org.  I...

Protecting your info on old papers and tech, and a Fort Wayne Shred Day 09.04.2026 5:57

Tommie Lee and Megan White of the BBB of Northern Indiana talk about the importance of protecting your info on the old forms and devices you have around the house, and the safe ways to dispose of it all. Report suspicious, confusing, or misleading ads to  BBB Ad Truth  or report a scam with  BBB ScamTracker . If you have lost money, report it to FTC at  Report Fraud. FTC.gov Fo...

Planning a party? Scammers are planning to cheat you as you get things ready. 09.04.2026 6:18

Tommie Lee and Megan white from the BBB Serving Northern Indiana talk about nefarious party planners who will make promises for your big event without delivering. We'll tell you how to spot them, and even how to fight back.. Report suspicious, confusing, or misleading ads to  BBB Ad Truth  or report a scam with  BBB ScamTracker . If you have lost money, report it to FTC at  Rep...

National Backup Day is a perfect time to make sure your equipment is secure 20.03.2026 8:56

Tommie Lee and President/CEO Jan Diaz of the BBB Serving Northern Indiana discuss National Backup Day, and how to make sure you are getting your upgrades handled properly and safely. Report suspicious, confusing, or misleading ads to  BBB Ad Truth  or report a scam with  BBB ScamTracker . If you have lost money, report it to FTC at  Report Fraud. FTC.gov For more information on...

Dealing with storm damage? Here's how to deal with possible repair scammers. 16.03.2026 10:37

Tommie Lee and President/CEO Jan Diaz of the BBB Serving Northern Indiana talk about contractor scammers who descend on people needing repairs after severe weather strikes them. This includes so-called "storm chasers," who aren't the ones you see on TikTok talking about the weather. Report suspicious, confusing, or misleading ads to  BBB Ad Truth  or report a scam with  BBB ScamTrac...

National Puppy Day is coming up, and dog scammers are everywhere 08.03.2026 7:57

Tommie Lee and President/CEO Jan Diaz of the BBB Serving Northern Indiana discuss the many resources available to you to protect your money from scammers during this National Consumer Protection Week. Report suspicious, confusing, or misleading ads to  BBB Ad Truth  or report a scam with  BBB ScamTracker . If you have lost money, report it to FTC at  Report Fraud. FTC.gov For m...

National Consumer Protection Week and how to access valuable tips 27.02.2026 9:46

When your online relationship starts talking about crypto investments, that's a bad sign 20.02.2026 9:56

Tommie Lee and President/CEO Jan Diaz of the BBB Serving Northern Indiana talk about dating scams that lead to cryptocurrency investment scams. Report suspicious, confusing, or misleading ads to  BBB Ad Truth  or report a scam with  BBB ScamTracker . If you have lost money, report it to FTC at  Report Fraud. FTC.gov For more information on consumer tips, visit  BBB.org. &n...

Find the right contractor for Spring Projects later this month in Fort Wayne with the BBB 13.02.2026 9:18

Tommie Lee and President/CEO Jan Diaz of the BBB Serving Northern Indiana talk about the upcoming Fort Wayne Home & Garden Show, and how you can safely use it to turn your dream home projects into reality without fear of bad contractors taking advantage of you. Report suspicious, confusing, or misleading ads to  BBB Ad Truth  or report a scam with  BBB ScamTracker . If you have...

Fake flower sellers are targeting you ahead of Valentine's Day 08.02.2026 6:56

Tommie Lee and President/CEO Jan Diaz of the BBB Serving Northern Indiana discuss flower scams that always pop up in time for Valentine's Day. Report suspicious, confusing, or misleading ads to  BBB Ad Truth  or report a scam with  BBB ScamTracker . If you have lost money, report it to FTC at  Report Fraud. FTC.gov For more information on consumer tips, visit  BBB.org. &nb...

Tax time means tax scams 30.01.2026 7:24

Tommie Lee and President/CEO Jan Diaz of the BBB Serving Northern Indiana talk about the various tax scams targeting you and your return again this year. Report suspicious, confusing, or misleading ads to  BBB Ad Truth  or report a scam with  BBB ScamTracker . If you have lost money, report it to FTC at  Report Fraud. FTC.gov For more information on consumer tips, visit  B...

It's Identity Theft Awareness Week 26.01.2026 8:27

Tommie Lee and President/CEO Jan Diaz of the BBB Serving Northern Indiana talk about this week's push to educate people about identity theft. Report suspicious, confusing, or misleading ads to  BBB Ad Truth  or report a scam with  BBB ScamTracker . If you have lost money, report it to FTC at  Report Fraud. FTC.gov For more information on consumer tips, visit  BBB.org. &nbs...

The new year always starts with ads for possible weight loss scams 16.01.2026 6:46

Tommie Lee and President/CEO Jan Diaz of the BBB Serving Northern Indiana talk about the annual wave of quick weight loss ads, and how to protect yourself from the scams hidden within them. Report suspicious, confusing, or misleading ads to  BBB Ad Truth  or report a scam with  BBB ScamTracker . If you have lost money, report it to FTC at  Report Fraud. FTC.gov For more informa...

Scholarship season brings scholarship scams 09.01.2026 7:26

In our third season premiere, Tommie Lee and President/CEO Jan Diaz of the BBB Serving Northern Indiana talk about the potential pitfalls of applying for scholarships for your student, and how to identify the fakes. Report suspicious, confusing, or misleading ads to  BBB Ad Truth  or report a scam with  BBB ScamTracker . If you have lost money, report it to FTC at  Report Fraud...

Fighting back against Porch Pirates 19.12.2025 4:24

In our second season finale, Tommie Lee and Megan White from the BBB Serving Northern Indiana talk about how to best fight back against porch pirates by being proactive with your deliveries. Report suspicious, confusing, or misleading ads to  BBB Ad Truth  or report a scam with  BBB ScamTracker . If you have lost money, report it to FTC at  Report Fraud. FTC.gov For more inform...

Fake toy deals can ruin your holiday gift-giving 24.11.2025 7:52

Tommie Lee and CEO Jan Diaz of the BBB for Northern Indiana talk about scammers offering deals that are too good be true on the hottest gifts...because they are. Report suspicious, confusing, or misleading ads to  BBB Ad Truth  or report a scam with  BBB ScamTracker . If you have lost money, report it to FTC at  Report Fraud. FTC.gov For more information on consumer tips, visit...