Episode 3

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8th Apr 2026

What the Hal?? Podcast 2.0 – Episode 3: An in-depth look at the Next Generation of Scams

What the Hal?? Podcast 2.0 – Episode 3

AI Scams — How to Protect Yourself from Modern Fraud

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Artificial intelligence is changing the way scams operate, making fraud more sophisticated and harder to detect.

In this episode, the hosts break down how AI is being used in scams, what warning signs to look for, and how to protect yourself.

Key Topics

- AI-driven scams and fraud tactics

- Deepfakes and impersonation scams

- Fraud prevention strategies

- Consumer protection tools

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Resources & Links

https://bbb.org/scamtracker

https://irs.gov

https://ctec.org

https://consumer.ftc.gov

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About the Podcast

What the Hal?? v2
Expect thoughtful interviews, behind-the-scenes perspectives from a career in journalism, and real discussions about the issues shaping Los Angeles and beyond.
Veteran FOX 11 journalist Hal Eisner has spent a lifetime telling stories. Now he’s continuing the conversation.

In this new chapter of What the Hal??, Hal sits down with newsmakers, storytellers, and people doing extraordinary things in everyday life. Expect thoughtful interviews, behind-the-scenes perspectives from a career in journalism, and real discussions about the issues shaping Los Angeles and beyond.

It’s news, insight, and curiosity—through the eyes of someone who’s seen it all.
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Hal Eisner

Hal Eisner
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An award-winning broadcast journalist, author, and podcast host whose career has spanned nearly six decades covering major stories in Los Angeles and across the United States. Best known for his longtime reporting at FOX 11 Los Angeles, he has earned a reputation for thoughtful storytelling, in-depth interviews, and a conversational style that connects audiences to the people and events shaping their communities. Through his podcast What the Hal?? 2.0 and his memoir An Accidental Career: My Fifty-Eight-Year Adventure as a Broadcast News Reporter, Hal continues to share stories, perspectives, and behind-the-scenes insights from a lifetime spent in journalism and public storytelling.