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Better Beware!

Consumer watchdog series exposing scams in south central Indiana

Better Beware: Some Good News

There are a couple of things that are getting better, in the world of frauds and scams – better from our victims’ viewpoint, that is. Better Beware is Produced by Richard Fish, at Community Radio WFHB in Bloomington, Indiana. Executive Producer is Wes Martin.

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Better Beware: Abusing 911

Our emergency services are being slowed down by way too many people who use the famous emergency number for the wrong reasons… some are funny, but this is not funny. Better Beware is Produced by Richard Fish, at Community Radio WFHB in Bloomington, Indiana. Executive Producer is Wes Martin.

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Better Beware – Gifts You Don’t Want

When you get something you didn’t ask for, you probably don’t want it. Things you don’t pay for can cost you a LOT of money! Better Beware is Produced by Richard Fish, at Community Radio WFHB in Bloomington, Indiana. Executive Producer is Wes Martin.

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Better Beware – Back to School

Students are at risk – far more than most of them realize – for all kinds of swindles that target young people who are still learning about life. Here’s some warnings, and a homework assignment that’ll help. Better Beware is Produced by Richard Fish, at Community Radio WFHB in Bloomington, Indiana. Executive Producer is Wes Martin.

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Better Beware – Local Victims

Two people, right here in Bloomington, got swindled out of thousands of dollars last week. Here are the details, and a plea for your help! Better Beware is Produced by Richard Fish, at Community Radio WFHB in Bloomington, Indiana. Executive Producer is Wes Martin.

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Better Beware – Unfunny Humor

Jokes contain a kernel of truth, but the enormous worldwide growth in fraud isn’t funny. Here are some current dangers to watch out for. Better Beware is Produced by Richard Fish, at Community Radio WFHB in Bloomington, Indiana. Executive Producer is Wes Martin.

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Better Beware – Listing Without Capsizing

There are so many scams going we can’t get to them all, so here’s just a list some current con games. Find out about the ones that scare you most! Credits: Better Beware is Produced by Richard Fish, at Community Radio WFHB in Bloomington, Indiana. Executive Producer is Wes Martin.

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Better Beware – Robocalls Rampant

There’s been a huge spike in phony phone calls, and here are the ten most prevalent scams — which pretend to be from real companies. Beware! Credits: Better Beware is Produced by Richard Fish, at Community Radio WFHB in Bloomington, Indiana. Executive Producer is Wes Martin.

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Better Beware – Advance Fee Loans, Protection Rackets, Fireworks Safety

Celebrate your personal independence by staying away from scams, like advance-fee loans and ransomware protection rackets. And stay safe with the fireworks, OK? Credits: Better Beware is Produced by Richard Fish, at Community Radio WFHB in Bloomington, Indiana. Executive Producer is Wes Martin.

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Better Beware – Student Loan Ripoffs

There are a lot of companies that promise “relief” from your Student Loan debt – and most of them are disgusting ripoffs. You can avoid them, and you can fight them – here’s how. Credits: Better Beware is Produced by Richard Fish, at Community Radio WFHB in Bloomington, Indiana. Executive Producer is Wes Martin.

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