Fraud Prevention Month

Original Air Date: April 19th On this episode of New Beginnings with Freddie Bell, we talk with AARP Minnesota State Director Cathy McLeer about the growing impact of fraud across our state. With more than $144 million lost in 2024 alone, scammers are getting more aggressive—and more sophisticated. We break down the most common scams, the red flags to watch for, and how new technology is making fraud harder to detect. Plus, learn how AARP’s Fraud Watch Network is helping Minnesotans stay informed, protected, and one step ahead. Freddie walks us through a reality check. Freddie Bell's new book, Words to the Wise is available at https://www.amazon.com/Words-Wise-Guide-Daily-Living/dp/B09LGRV334