Boomers Bucks and Bling Ep. 14 - Cyber Scams & AI Threats in Retirement: How to Stay Safe

Boomers Bucks and Bling Ep. 14 - Cyber Scams & AI Threats in Retirement: How to Stay Safe with Joe Erle

Welcome to Boomers Bucks and Bling, where retirement planning gets a modern (and sometimes thrilling) twist! In this episode, host Carl Spiteri sits down with cybersecurity expert Joe Erle, finalist for the San Diego Business Journal Cyber Security Award and host of Ransomware Rewind.

🚨 In This Episode:
We uncover how AI-powered scams, deepfakes, and phishing attacks are increasingly targeting retirees and boomers—and what you can do to protect yourself, your money, and your family.

🧠 Topics Covered:

What AI really is (and how scammers are using it)

Common scams affecting older adults

Deepfake voice & video fraud

How to recognize pig butchering and phishing schemes

Cybersecurity tips: freezing credit, multi-factor authentication, password managers

Real-life stories of fraud (including a $1.7M scam)

🔐 Whether you're retired, nearing retirement, or helping a loved one navigate financial safety, this episode is a must-watch.

🎧 Listen to the Podcast:
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🔗 Guest Info:
Joe Erle – Cybersecurity Group Practice Leader at C3 Insurance
🎙️ Podcast: Ransomware Rewind
🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-earl

📲 Subscribe for more episodes about:
✔️ Retirement Planning
✔️ Reverse Mortgages
✔️ Financial Safety
✔️ Medicare, Social Security, and Home Safety
✔️ Lifestyle tips for boomers & Gen X

💬 Got a question or topic suggestion? Drop it in the comments or visit https://carlspiteri.com