Episodes

  • Smarter Online: Episode 3 - Best Practices for Safe Online Dating

    Smarter Online: Episode 3 - Best Practices for Safe Online Dating
    Sep 26 2024
    In the third episode of Smarter Online, the host, Handlesharing, delves into the challenges and potential risks associated with online dating, emphasizing the importance of staying vigilant and cautious. The conversation covers six key tips to navigate online dating platforms safely, including early profile verification, protecting personal information, noting inconsistencies in users' stories, refraining from sharing explicit photos, being wary of accelerated relationships, and the importance of reporting suspicious activity. They encourage listeners to trust their instincts and detach themselves from anything unusual or uncomfortable. The episode concludes with Handlesharing reminding listeners that although online dating is an exciting venture, it's important to stay informed and cautious to ensure a secure experience.
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    3 mins
  • Smarter Online: Episode 2 - How to Recognize Phishing Emails.

    Smarter Online: Episode 2 - How to Recognize Phishing Emails.
    Sep 26 2024
    The first episode of "Smarter Online" with Handlesharing addresses a pressing issue in the virtual world - phishing scams, primarily through dubious emails. The host offers an in-depth exploration of phishing, highlighting its threats. The podcast lays out six signs of a phishing email, such as a suspicious sender address, urgent language, unsolicited attachments or links, generic greetings, irresistible offers, and mismatched URLs. Handlesharing further provides advice on how to manage potential phishing emails, including not clicking or responding, reporting the issue, and deleting the suspected scam email. This episode serves as a comprehensive guide to understand, identify, and combat phishing threats.
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    3 mins
  • Identifying scammers and catfish

    Identifying scammers and catfish
    Sep 26 2024
    In the first episode of Smarter Online, Handlesharing zeroes in on online scammers and catfish, arming listeners with information to counter these threats effectively. The podcast begins with an explanation of what scammers and catfish are, identifying them as individuals who deceive internet users for personal gain. Their deceptive tactics can range from creating entirely fake online personas to designing convincing fake websites. Handlesharing then goes on to outline six crucial signs to spot online scammers and catfish, including unrealistic stories, consistent avoidance of video calls, inconsistency in information, requests for money or personal data, rushed relationships, and poor grammar. The aim is to equip listeners with the skills and knowledge they need to protect themselves in the increasingly digitized world.
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    3 mins