Of Consuming Interest

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Putting a stop to illegal robocalls Nov 30, 2019

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On this week's "Of Consuming Interest", Patrick Webre of the Federal Communications Commission discusses the agency’s initiatives to stop illegal robocalls

'Tis the season...of gift cards and credit cards Nov 23, 2019

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Jill Gonzales, an analyst with WalletHub.com discusses gift cards and credit cards. A study by the company lists the best gift cards as well as credit cards. In addition she reveals that many credit cards are reducing the perks they provide to consumers including, in some cases, dropping insurance coverage for rental cars.

Health Care Privacy Nov 12, 2019

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Twila Brase, President of the Citizens' Council for Health Freedom discusses the proposed National Health ID number and its impact on medical privacy, medical care and the concerns about the security of sensitive information.

Yes, there is a way to block those robocalls Nov 01, 2019

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Aaron Foss, developer of Nomorobo, discusses how his free app blocked 1.2 billion robocalls and what consumers can do to protect themselves from being victims of these scammers.

What you can do to protect your data Oct 31, 2019

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Kelvin Coleman, Executive Director, the National Cyber Security Alliance, discusses the steps individuals and businesses should take to protect their data as well as the dangers of using unsecured W-Fi connections.

The promises and reality of debt relief Oct 11, 2019

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Bruce McClary, vice president of marketing for the National Foundation for Credit Counseling, talks about the realities of getting relief from your debts to credit cards or the IRS.

GET TO KNOW THE V CHIP Sep 07, 2019

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HOST SHIRLEY ROOKER TALKS TO ELIZABETH CASEY ABOUT A VERY VALUABLE, BUT OFTEN UNDERUTILIZED TOOL...THE V CHIP

If you love your gadgets, protect them! Aug 23, 2019

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John Breyault, vice-president, public policy, telecommunications and fraud, at the National Consumers League, talks about ways you can protect your phones and computers from fraudsters and hackers.

5G and what that means to you Aug 10, 2019

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Susan Diegelman, Director Public Affairs, ATT, discusses 5G, what it means for consumers, when it will be available and its role in the concept of “smart cities."

Avoiding scams when seeking debt relief Jun 14, 2019

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Bruce McClary of the National Foundation for Credit Counseling discusses debt elimination scams, credit scores, and ways consumers can find help to deal with financial problems.

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