Stephan’s aunt was the victim of an email scam, and ended up losing several thousand dollars.He and Stephan talk a bit about the IRS phone scams that have been going around. David lists some online scams and social engineering tactics that we should all be on the lookout for.We hear about the value of getting to know your neighbors and forming a sense of community and possibly a neighborhood watch group.Don’t let people inside even if they claim to be from a utility company, for example. David advises caution when someone comes to your door without a scheduled meeting.
He goes on to give some specific suggestions for keeping your home safe, like not having shrubs or hedges that block the view of your doors or windows.
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What are some techniques to use to create physical distance if someone has already invaded your space? Do you practice your plan? David answers, and gives further insight into how to keep yourself safe.Antisocial and asocial people can pose different kinds of threats, but David points out the difficulty of figuring that out in a dangerous situation with a complete stranger.We hear about David’s personal experience with having needed to use pepper spray to get to safety.
David gives some key tips on how to stay safe in public.What should listeners know about self defense? We learn about having an action plan in place before you find yourself in the situation.