The Flyover Podcast

Scammers are getting smarter, and Americans are losing billions. Could you spot a scam before it's too late?

From fraudulent phone calls to convincing messages and elaborate schemes designed to steal your savings, today's scams are harder to recognize than ever. Even the most careful people can fall victim.

So how can you protect yourself and the people you love?

In this episode of Flyover Focus, Ayla counts down 10 common scams targeting Americans right now, revealing how they work, the warning signs to watch for, and how to avoid them.

And the No. 1 scam on our list? It could put your entire retirement savings at risk.

Watch the full countdown to see how many of these scams you would recognize.

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Have you encountered one of these scams? Share your experience in the comments. Your story might help someone else avoid becoming a victim.

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📌 TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 - Intro:

00:55 - 10. TOLL ROAD AND DELIVERY TEXTS

01:42 - 9. FAKE ONLINE STORES

03:05 - 8. SWEEPSTAKES AND LOTTERY SCAMS

03:40 - 7. MEDICARE SCAMS

04:29 - 6. THE GRANDPARENT SCAM

05:28 - 5. GOVERNMENT IMPERSONATION

06:56 - 4. ROMANCE SCAMS

07:58 - 3. BANK IMPERSONATION

08:49 - 2. TECH SUPPORT AND THE PHANTOM HACKER

10:13 - 1. INVESTMENT AND CRYPTOCURRENCY SCAMS

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Scammers are getting smarter, and Americans are losing billions. Could you spot a scam before it's too late?

From fraudulent phone calls to convincing messages and elaborate schemes designed to steal your savings, today's scams are harder to recognize than ever. Even the most careful people can fall victim.

So how can you protect yourself and the people you love?

In this episode of Flyover Focus, Ayla counts down 10 common scams targeting Americans right now, revealing how they work, the warning signs to watch for, and how to avoid them.

And the No. 1 scam on our list? It could put your entire retirement savings at risk.

Watch the full countdown to see how many of these scams you would recognize.

💬 WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU:
Have you encountered one of these scams? Share your experience in the comments. Your story might help someone else avoid becoming a victim.

🔔 SUBSCRIBE & JOIN THE COMMUNITY:
Enjoying Flyover Focus? We are part of The Flyover—fact-first news and stories you can trust.

🎙️ Listen on the go: Subscribe to The Flyover Podcast and Flyover Focus wherever you get your podcasts!
📌 TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 - Intro:

00:55 - 10. TOLL ROAD AND DELIVERY TEXTS

01:42 - 9. FAKE ONLINE STORES

03:05 - 8. SWEEPSTAKES AND LOTTERY SCAMS

03:40 - 7. MEDICARE SCAMS

04:29 - 6. THE GRANDPARENT SCAM

05:28 - 5. GOVERNMENT IMPERSONATION

06:56 - 4. ROMANCE SCAMS

07:58 - 3. BANK IMPERSONATION

08:49 - 2. TECH SUPPORT AND THE PHANTOM HACKER

10:13 - 1. INVESTMENT AND CRYPTOCURRENCY SCAMS

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Today’s Headlines: Musk Takes Credit for Starlink Curbs, Audi to Build First US Plant in Georgia, Map: America’s Safest Cities

Today’s Episode is brought to you by the following sponsor:
🔪 Meet today’s BRAND NEW sponsor, Matsato! The Matsato Takana Knife Set is designed for precision, control, and easier everyday meal prep. Check out Matsato’s special offer here: https://try-matsato.com/r/flyover.

Today’s Poll Question…..
Coke or Pepsi?
Coke, no contest - https://jointheflyover.com/thank-you-for-voting/?d=10-26-26&a=1
Pepsi, no contest - https://jointheflyover.com/thank-you-for-voting/?d=10-26-26&a=2
Either, I’m not picky - https://jointheflyover.com/thank-you-for-voting/?d=10-26-26&a=3
Neither, I don’t drink soda - https://jointheflyover.com/thank-you-for-voting/?d=10-26-26&a=4

Flyover Focus: Don’t miss our NEW Monday Flyover Focus episode – Ayla takes a closer look at: 10 Scams Everyone Should Know About (Before It's Too Late). Watch now: https://youtu.be/OIAkj4ORvVI

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Chapters

0:00 Show Open
00:55 Takeoff (Musk Takes Credit for Starlink Curbs, Audi to Build First US Plant in Georgia, Map: America’s Safest Cities)
03:28 Politics (Obama Slams Trump at Rallies, Alaska Senate Lawsuit, GOP Lawmaker Threatens Omar’s Expulsion)
06:12 Podcast extra (Florida Stadium Shooting, Congress Clock Changes, Favor Older Songs as Streaming Grows)
10:53 Finance (Taco Bell With Pepsi Through 2036, Billionaires Span 46 States, Finland Halts Google Data Center)
11:58 Beyond Our Borders (Machado Returns to Venezuela, Serbia Snap Election, Saudi Arabia Intercepts Missiles)
12:48 Sports (Larson Wins Talladega, Antonelli Wins U.S. Grand Prix, Miami Tops College Football Poll, Moscow to Host 2030 Weightlifting Worlds)
13:53 Science & Tech (Smiling May Reduce Stress, Space Garbage Dead Satellites, James Webb Captures Lion Nebula)
15:08 ETC (Massive Boulder Falls at Polar Caves Park, Nuns Build Monastery, Cat Covers Boost Japanese Novel Sales)
16:04 Poll Question
17:06 Trivia

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Today’s Headlines: Musk Takes Credit for Starlink Curbs, Audi to Build First US Plant in Georgia, Map: America’s Safest Cities

Today’s Episode is brought to you by the following sponsor:
🔪 Meet today’s BRAND NEW sponsor, Matsato! The Matsato Takana Knife Set is designed for precision, control, and easier everyday meal prep. Check out Matsato’s special offer here: https://try-matsato.com/r/flyover.

Today’s Poll Question…..
Coke or Pepsi?
Coke, no contest - https://jointheflyover.com/thank-you-for-voting/?d=10-26-26&a=1
Pepsi, no contest - https://jointheflyover.com/thank-you-for-voting/?d=10-26-26&a=2
Either, I’m not picky - https://jointheflyover.com/thank-you-for-voting/?d=10-26-26&a=3
Neither, I don’t drink soda - https://jointheflyover.com/thank-you-for-voting/?d=10-26-26&a=4

Flyover Focus: Don’t miss our NEW Monday Flyover Focus episode – Ayla takes a closer look at: 10 Scams Everyone Should Know About (Before It's Too Late). Watch now: https://youtu.be/OIAkj4ORvVI

LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for new videos everyday: The Flyover Podcast is available wherever you listen to podcasts.

Apple Music — https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-flyover-podcast/id1810232961
Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4NvRJOzlQNlgUNLTYnE91Z
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Watch-The-Flyover

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Chapters

0:00 Show Open
00:55 Takeoff (Musk Takes Credit for Starlink Curbs, Audi to Build First US Plant in Georgia, Map: America’s Safest Cities)
03:28 Politics (Obama Slams Trump at Rallies, Alaska Senate Lawsuit, GOP Lawmaker Threatens Omar’s Expulsion)
06:12 Podcast extra (Florida Stadium Shooting, Congress Clock Changes, Favor Older Songs as Streaming Grows)
10:53 Finance (Taco Bell With Pepsi Through 2036, Billionaires Span 46 States, Finland Halts Google Data Center)
11:58 Beyond Our Borders (Machado Returns to Venezuela, Serbia Snap Election, Saudi Arabia Intercepts Missiles)
12:48 Sports (Larson Wins Talladega, Antonelli Wins U.S. Grand Prix, Miami Tops College Football Poll, Moscow to Host 2030 Weightlifting Worlds)
13:53 Science & Tech (Smiling May Reduce Stress, Space Garbage Dead Satellites, James Webb Captures Lion Nebula)
15:08 ETC (Massive Boulder Falls at Polar Caves Park, Nuns Build Monastery, Cat Covers Boost Japanese Novel Sales)
16:04 Poll Question
17:06 Trivia

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Today’s Headlines: Security Issues Plague NFL Game in Paris, Plots Against U.S. Officials Prompt Evacuations, Cowboys Cheerleaders Form a Union

Today’s Episode is brought to you by the following sponsors:
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Today’s Poll Question…..
Have you ever saved old love letters?
Yes, all of them - https://jointheflyover.com/thank-you-for-voting/?d=10-25-26&a=1
Yes, a few favorites - https://jointheflyover.com/thank-you-for-voting/?d=10-25-26&a=2
No, but I wish I had - https://jointheflyover.com/thank-you-for-voting/?d=10-25-26&a=3
Never received any - https://jointheflyover.com/thank-you-for-voting/?d=10-25-26&a=4

Flyover Focus: Don’t miss our NEW Monday Flyover Focus episode – Amy takes a closer look at: 10 Small Towns That Changed American History Forever. Watch now: https://youtu.be/txD7Qn0xwZw.

Feel Good Flyover: This week’s Feel Good Headlines: Strangers Save Idaho Wedding Day, Five NICU Friends Give Back, Officers Save Toddler’s Birthday - Watch here: https://youtu.be/GfslSfdlQ7Q

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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Watch-The-Flyover

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Chapters

0:00 Show Open
00:58 Takeoff (Security Issues Plague NFL Game in Paris, Plots Against U.S. Officials Prompt Evacuations, Cowboys Cheerleaders Form a Union)
04:54 Finance (Dow Falls as Oil Tops $100, SpaceX Eyes Fourth Carrier, Bombardier Adds 800 U.S. Jobs, Stocks)
06:10 Podcast extra (McMahon to Close Education Department, Winnie-the-Pooh in New York, Michelin Stars)
09:51 Sports (Cincinnati Stuns Texas Tech, Valkyries Force Game 5, NFL Closes Paris Fan Venue, Fever Fire General Manager, Brewers Pitcher Sets Velocity Record)
11:15 WHT (Whatever happened to the Emergency Broadcast System)
14:02 ETC (Rubio Urges Cubans to Contact CIA, Congress Weighs Harassment Rules, Fire Hits Hitler’s Retreat, Canadian Training Fire Kills Four, Marvel Crashes World Series, GTA 6 Could Cost $1 Billion)
15:40 Poll Question
16:59 Trivia

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