Lost In Cyberia
This is your guide to navigating the ever-evolving world of cybersecurity. Hosted by Annie-Mei Forster and Anika Guenov, this podcast breaks down complex topics into relatable, easy-to-understand conversations. Whether you're a tech enthusiast, a curious newcomer, or a professional looking for fresh perspectives, join us as we explore cyber threats, digital safety tips, and the human stories behind the screen. Follow us on Instagram @thecybersecuritygals
Lost In Cyberia
Ep. 16 Combatting Online Scams with Wadzi Nenzou
Annie-Mei and Anika are joined by Wadzi Nenzou, who is the founder of 'Our Scam Stories'. Wadzi shares her mission of educating people about investment scams to help them build wealth without losing hard-earned money. With over 18 years of experience in financial services, Wadzi discusses the importance of sharing scam survivor stories to reduce stigma and educate the public. The conversation covers the increasing sophistication of scams, common scam tactics, and which demographics most likely to be targeted.
Annie-Mei talks about the time she was scammed in China.
Do you have a scam story that you'd like to share? Make sure to get in touch with Wadzi. Links to the website and her LinkedIn below.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:45 Guest Background and Achievements
03:33 Journey to Scam Education
05:27 Impact of Scams and Statistics
06:45 Reasons Behind Scam Vulnerability
08:42 Sophistication of Modern Scams
10:12 Stigma and Empathy for Scam Victims
22:15 Targeting Vulnerable Groups
24:10 Personal Scam Stories and Social Connections
27:57 Men and Scams: A Personal Story
29:17 Risk Aversion in Women and Financial Impact
31:55 Mental Health and Vulnerability to Scams
32:51 The Tragic Reality of Pig Butchering Scams
36:06 Fighting Back: Erin West and Operation Shamrock
37:13 Our Scam Stories: A Platform for Victims
39:43 The Importance of Sharing Scam Stories
45:37 Conclusion and Social Links
Show Links:
Connect with Wadzi on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/wadzanainenzou/
Learn more about Our Scam Stories:
https://www.ourscamstories.com/
Find us on Instagram and YouTube @thecybersecuritygals