”Old Scams in Shiny New Packages” Podcasts
johnprehberger
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Scams and other risks have been around for a long time. On these podcasts we use 20th century experiences and ideas to better understand 21st century scams, risks, and potential approaches. We also discuss some of the modern tech tools and their potential usefulness in protecting your privacy and safety.
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S1E13 The World Has Changed
Why can't things be like the 20th century before all of these Internet-based scams? Wouldn't life be easier? Why can't things change back? These questions are discussed in this podcast about how…
S1E12 Crypto, Crime, and Old Bond Movies
Young people tell me they are buying cryptocurrencies. Are they a scam? Are cryptocurrencies used by criminals? How do they compare to other currencies past and present? These questions are…
S1E11 Gangsters and Servers
I've received a data breach letter from a company. What happened and how are these modern data thieves like gangsters in the 1920s? In this podcast learn how it happens, learn why data collected…
S1E10 Cookies and the Internet
In the last few years I've had to decide whether or not to accept cookies when I go to a Web site. This feels like a scam. Is it a scam? In this podcast we talk about the history of personal data…
S1E9 One Phish, Two Phish, I’m A Scammed Phish
What is phishing and why is it a potential threat? Is it new? What can I do to protect myself? On this podcast we discuss old types of phishing attempts, what to do if you suspect a phishing…
S1E12 Romance Scams: Too Good To Be True?
What do handsome men in nice cars, catfishing, and Henry VIII all have in common? They are all stories about romance- and love-related scams. Learn about romance scams and and how we think AI will…
S1E7 Your Private Messenger
I see them advertised a lot online. What is a VPN (Virtual Private Network) and how it is like the Bible story of Jonah and the Whale? Learn about the usefulness and limitations of a VPN in this…
S1E6 Read Legalese or Click Thru?
I downloaded an app, installed it, and now have to read a legal document to use the app. What should I do when confronted with this modern "fine print"? Read a lengthy, confusing legal document or…
S1E5 Web Sites and Storefronts
How is looking at a potentially bad Web site like walking thru a European town in the 1980's? This podcast helps you today by using skills you've developed in the past. We also discuss the risks…
S1E4 The Cloud and Salt Mines
What is the computer "cloud"? Is it safe and secure? This episode discusses the history and usefulness of the computer cloud. We also discuss the privacy and security implications of putting files…
Privacy and Security Basics
What exactly is "privacy"? What is "security"? How are they related? This wide-ranging discussion defines these terms and explains how they work with each other. It also touches on lessons from…
S1E2 Why Are We Doing This?
Why do we want to do these podcasts? What can we contribute? This podcast explains our motivations and unique perspectives on helping older people deal with the risks and challenges associated with…
The Cost of Security
Passwords are confusing and a hassle. Now companies also want to send me a code on my phone. Can’t we make this easier? During this episode we talk about historical analogies to modern information…
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”Old Scams in Shiny New Packages” Podcasts has published 13 episodes since November 2025, covering topics in Technology.
”Old Scams in Shiny New Packages” Podcasts is currently highly active with new episodes monthly. Average episode length is 29m.
