Best Spotify R Amp D Podcasts (2025)

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Where is the urgency? 19:28

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I often get frustrated by the lack of urgency by the public in general because I know so many people are sitting ducks just waiting to get scammed. If you experienced what I see and hear about every day, you too would get frustrated at the lack of urgency. Most people don’t think or worry about scams until it happens to someone they love. Let’s Tal…

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Ep 255 The Fabulous FabTones 52:31

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Send us a text The Fabulous FabTones are a band known for playing 1960s-style party music. Support the show Podcast edited by Paul Martin. Theme song courtesy of M&R Rush. www.rocknrollchicagopodcast.comBy Ray the Roadie & Hollywood Mike

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A Journey of Healing & Hope 44:37

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Join Dr. Lewis in a conversation with LaVonn Reedy Thomas, Consultant. Ms. Thomas is a lifelong communicator and leader who always seeks to inform, inspire, and influence others. Her career has taken her from the newsroom to politics, where she has worked on issues such as environmental justice, healthcare, women’s empowerment, youth employment, an…

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Scam Targeting Veterans, Evil Twin Wi-Fi attack, and More! 37:25

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Surprise, surprise there are some new scams going around. Listen in as we discuss a scam targeting veterans, an evil twin Wi-Fi attack, and more! Learn about these scams and know how to protect yourselves. Let’s Talk About Scams is broadcast live Tuesdays at 8AM PT on K4HD Radio - Hollywood Talk Radio (www.k4hd.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4r…

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Movie Reviews -One battle after Another-By Dr.Afshan Hashmi 48:58

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Hello Everyone, Review of Movie :One battle after Another-By Dr.Afshan Hashmi Regards Dr.Afshan Hashmi www.afshanhashmi.com www.drafshanhashmi.com https://www.drafshanhashmisradio.com/ Direct descendant of Prophet Abubakr(RA) and thus relative Of Prophet Muhammad(PBUH) The real Ahrari's have emerged Meet and Greet with Dr. Afshan Hashmi is broadcas…

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Ep 254 The Transference 41:00

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By Ray the Roadie & Hollywood Mike

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Erin's Scam Experience with a Loved One 58:36

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Erin is with us today to discuss his experience with a loved one who was and maybe still is a victim of scams - romance, investment, inheritance, and more. Join us to get an in depth look into these scams through Erin's eyes. Let’s Talk About Scams is broadcast live Tuesdays at 8AM PT on K4HD Radio - Hollywood Talk Radio (www.k4hd.com) part of Talk…

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Ep 253 D-Rox (Desiree Megrant) 44:31

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Send us a text Started playing piano and saxophone at a very young age. Highly influenced by her father, who played with big names like Frank Sinatra, B.B. King, Jerry Lee Lewis. She performs a variety of genres: covers, originals; styles range from pop, blues, country, classic rock and more. Support the show Podcast edited by Paul Martin. Theme so…

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Deeper Dive Into Pig Butchering Scams 53:15

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Erin West and Dr. Martina Dove are back to give us a deeper dive into pig butchering scams! Join us as we discuss the scam operations, compounds and manipulation techniques used by the scammers. An episode you will not want to miss! Let’s Talk About Scams is broadcast live Tuesdays at 8AM PT on K4HD Radio - Hollywood Talk Radio (www.k4hd.com) part …

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Ep 252 The Band Dudes 48:33

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Send us a text Mike was co-hosting open mic nights in the Region when he met Karl. While playing some original music at the open mic nights, the guys knew that the music felt elevated and something good was going on. Mike and Karl, along with the Region Buzz 219 team went into the studio in March of 2025. Toward the end of the sessions Mike and Kar…

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Social Engineering and The Need For Recurring Education 45:43

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Social engineering is on the rise and the scammers are getting better at exploiting our vulnerabilities. Tune in to learn the most common types of social engineering techniques, how to protect yourself, and why you need recurring education. Let’s Talk About Scams is broadcast live Tuesdays at 8AM PT on K4HD Radio - Hollywood Talk Radio (www.k4hd.co…

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Movie Review-by Dr.Afshan Hashmi 37:37

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Hello everyone Lets discuss this movie on my radio and TV show. I lost my husband and as Lt.Gen.Flynn said he is drowning my husband felt like that in the middle of the night and I would say to him just do Darood shareef and please calm down. I can relate with this story and give it 5 stars. https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/storefront Meet and Greet…

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Use gel pens to avoid check washing 18:15

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Did you know criminals steal mail looking for checks they can alter? It is called check washing. They dip checks in acetone to dissolve the ink. If you use a gel pen, the ink does not dissolve because the ink in gel pens permeates the paper fibers and is more resistant to chemicals used to erase ink compared to traditional ballpoint pen ink. Let’s …

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Ep 251 Sam Burns 46:17

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Send us a text Reviews of Samuel “Sam" Burns highlight him as a talented and versatile jazz guitarist and bandleader, praised for his improvisation, stage presence, and teaching abilities, particularly within the Chicago-land area. Customers and gig-goers appreciate his professionalism, adaptability, and ability to create excellent atmospheres for …

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Who Is Most Vulnerable to Romance Scams 49:31

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Dr. Marina Dove is back to discuss romance scams - their techniques, who is most vulnerable, changes over time in how scammers manipulate, and how can we protect ourselves. Dr. Martina Dove has a background in psychology and specializes in scams, social engineering, and individual factors implicated in fraud compliance. Listen in as we dive into ro…

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Invite to a Party? Could it be a Scam...Plus Recent FBI PSA’s 42:45

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Electronic invitations to a party, from a friend, safe right? Well not so fast. There is a new scam going around inside a party invite. Name of the company is legitimate, scammers are impersonating the real company. Plus, recent FBI Public Service Announcements. Let’s Talk About Scams is broadcast live Tuesdays at 8AM PT on K4HD Radio - Hollywood T…

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Ep 250 Outpatience 48:42

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Send us a text Outpatience is a fun, energetic rock band that covers a wide variety of artists from A/C-D/C to The Who. A highly entertaining band that takes pride in engaging the audience. Support the show Podcast edited by Paul Martin. Theme song courtesy of M&R Rush. www.rocknrollchicagopodcast.com…

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At A Moments Notice 45:29

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Join Dr. Lewis in a conversation with Dr. Tyra S. Gardner, affectionately known as (AngerDr.), who is the Founder/CEO of At A Moments Notice, LLC. Dr. Gardner is also the visionary behind The Wellness Center of Mindfulness, a hybrid space dedicated to emotional healing, self-awareness, and mental clarity, through therapy and holistic practices. Ema…

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Live attending Podcast movement in 2025 in Dallas Texas 40:08

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I am attending Podcast movement in 2025 in Dallas Texas. I will talk about it on my show. Meet and Greet with Dr. Afshan Hashmi Meet and Greet with Dr. Afshan Hashmi is broadcast live Tuesdays at 3PM PT on K4HD Radio - Hollywood Talk Radio (www.k4hd.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on the Talk 4 Media Network (www.talk4media.com). Mee…

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Global Crisis of Pig Butchering Scams 50:45

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Pig butchering scams - we have talked about them before, and it is worth talking about again. Join us as we talk with our guest, Erin West, a globally recognized speaker, and educator specializing organized crime, with a focus on the criminal investigation and prosecution of cryptocurrency-related cases. Erin will provide more insight about the gro…

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Ep 249 American English 58:21

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Send us a text American English is simply the best Beatles tribute story of our time. At the inception of the band, they were voted “number one” by thousands of Beatles fans as winners of sound a like contests at Beatlefest® for three consecutive years. They have also won Illinois Entertainer of the Year and have been voted "Best Tribute Band" thre…

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What is insurance for to bully or ease pain of American citizens? By Dr.Afshan Hashmi 42:55

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Hello Everyone, I have insurance for nearly everything. But when one calls them they fail to perform their duties and consumers get hurt. Today's topic we will discuss that why insurance system is failing in America? With all the best regards Afshan (Afshan N. Hashmi, PhD, C(ASCP), RAC) Managing Partner of Dr. Afshan Hashmi Consulting Group LLC Mee…

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Martin Hellmer - retired FBI Special Agent 45:39

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What do you do if you have been the victim of an internet related scam? Who should you call? Can you get your money back? We will be talking with retired FBI agent Martin Hellmer about his experiences investigating scams and he will share advice on what to do if it happens to you or someone you love. Let’s Talk About Scams is broadcast live Tuesday…

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Ep 248 Cxpital 45:23

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Send us a text Cxpital is a 3-piece Indie/Alternative Rock band from the region of Northwest Indiana, USA. The band is composed of, drummer Benji Grimler, and lead guitarist Tyler Maximoff; while accompanied by vocalist and rhythm guitarist/bassist Lucie Ashmore, originally from Greystones, Ireland. After meeting and forming in 2017 under the name …

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Tribute to Hulk Hogan Real American Hero-by Dr.Afshan Hashmi 38:08

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Hello Everyone, I was devastated to hear the legend a real American hero die of cardiac arrest. Why so many Americans especially friends of President Trump and President Biden are dying. I am very concerned about it. Who will take the future Presidency of America if this happens to the sitting President. I really liked Hogan.May his soul rest in pe…

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Phishing and smishing continue to be a problem 22:27

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It is time to talk about “phishing” because a friend recently fell for a phishing scheme. The email, which appeared to come from his cable company, claimed that the method of payment was rejected. And while we are at it, let’s talk about “smishing”, a social engineering attack using fake text messages to trick people into sending money to cybercrim…

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Ep 247 Honeyspoon 41:44

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Send us a text Not to be confused with a honey dipper. This couple puts out some great music. A hidden gem. Support the show Podcast edited by Paul Martin. Theme song courtesy of M&R Rush. www.rocknrollchicagopodcast.com

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Sometimes we have to intervene 17:02

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What would you do if you overheard a phone conversation that sounded like the person was being scammed? Last year, I accompanied my mother to an appointment at her doctor’s office. I overheard a gentleman sitting across me making a phone call. He was speaking loud enough that it was hard to ignore the conversation. After less than a minute, I jumpe…

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Ep 246 Grunge Candy 39:59

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Send us a text Grunge Candy is a high-energy, hard-rocking, female-led band, covering grunge/alternative/rock songs of the 90s, along with some rock versions of 90s pop hits. Based out of Chicago, Grunge Candy puts a little sweetness into heavy rock songs. All 5 members have a huge passion for music and entertaining the crowd. Support the show Podc…

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When in doubt, call your friend 19:24

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What would you do if a friend sent you an email asking if you would be willing to buy them a gift card? For most of us, our default reaction would be to say yes and help out our friend. Because most of us are generally nice folks, we are prone to be the victim of an email gift card scam. This scam recently happened to my mom and this week we talk a…

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Lets talk about Amphetamines-by Dr.Afshan Hashmi 42:03

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Amphetamine was discovered over 100 years ago. Since then, it has transformed from a drug that was freely available without prescription as a panacea for a broad range of disorders into a highly restricted Controlled Drug with therapeutic applications restricted to attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy. With all the best re…

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Ep 245 Dave Rudolf 57:50

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Send us a text Dave Rudolf is a long-time performer and a multi-award winning singer/songwriter. He's a Gold Record, Grammy-nominated artist, 15-time nominee for Entertainer of the Year awards from NACA (The National Association for Campus Activities), and has numerous albums, many of which have won various awards. He's shared the stage with The Be…

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Autopsy in Muslim Religion-by Dr.Afshan Hashmi 40:59

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Hello Everyone I will dive into this topic that what are the implications of autopsy in Muslim religion. Would love to interact with conversation on it via comments. Dr.Afshan Hashmi With all the best regards Afshan (Afshan N. Hashmi, PhD, C(ASCP), RAC) Managing Partner of Dr. Afshan Hashmi Consulting Group LLC www.afshanhashmi.com www.drafshanhash…

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Don't panic when your computer wails 14:37

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Recently, I was about to start a fraud prevention presentation when my mom called to tell me she was having some computer issues. I drove over to her place. Upon arrival, her computer had a pop-up on the screen that made her computer inoperable. The pop-up was making a siren noise with a voice telling her not to shut down the computer. My mom did e…

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Ep 244 Lovedrive Chicago 46:57

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Send us a text Lovedrive Chicago is a tribute band that performs the music of the Scorpions. The band aims to recreate the Scorpions' sound and energy by playing their popular songs. Support the show Podcast edited by Paul Martin. Theme song courtesy of M&R Rush. www.rocknrollchicagopodcast.comBy Ray the Roadie & Hollywood Mike

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Flip That Stock 49:49

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Join Dr. Lewis in a conversation with J. R. Fenwick, the Founder/CEO of FlipThatStock.com. J. R. is a master stock trader and teacher. And, FlipThatStock.com is a leading stock market education and technology company that specializes in teaching beginners how to ACTIVELY trade and invest in the stock market through a unique mentorship program. J.R.…

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What is Cloning and its deleterious effects on the society-by- Dr.Afshan Hashmi 41:38

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This scholarly talk delves into the multifaceted domains of human cloning, encompassing its biological underpinnings, ethical dimensions, and broader societal implications, Some case studies will be discussed which was my observations. It's a talk which was long due to the negative aspect of cloning. I would request everyone to be aware not to do i…

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Five signs you are being scammed 24:36

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This week, we will share top five telltale signs you are being scammed. • Someone you don’t know is calling you incessantly and creating a sense of panic. • Someone is telling you not to talk to anyone else. • If you are at your bank withdrawing cash while on the phone with someone who is coaching you what to say. • If you ever find yourself puttin…