How do robocallers get your number?

Bob Sirott

English - January 11, 2024 16:38 - ★★★★ - 39 ratings
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Better Business Bureau: Don't answer your phone unless you know the caller.

President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau of Chicago and Northern Illinois Steve Bernas joins Bob Sirott to discuss how robocallers get your number, online scams involving Stanley cups, and a jury duty phone scam. He also talks about weight loss medicine scams, the safety of Zelle versus Venmo, and the top scams of 2023.

https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4478097/Steve_Bernas_011124_2024-01-11-150037.64kmono.mp3

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