Erik Sean talks to players and Coach Korn courtside after their OVC Championship win.

Scammers can target victims through any device connected to the internet, and your TV is no exception. BBB Scam Tracker has seen an influx of reports about scammers catching people off guard with pop-ups on their smart TVs. Their objective is to steal your personal information and money. 

Learn more on this podcast episode and at bbb.org. 

These “bait-and-switch" schemes can take on several variations, but the common thread is that the original post is used to emotionally manipulate the reader and creates a sense of urgency that compels people to share the message. 

A recent example of one of these schemes popped up in a Facebook group in the Quincy, Illinois, area. The original post claimed help was needed to find an elderly man. Several hours later, it was switched to an offer to receive free money through a new app. 

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) has great tips on avoiding these scams in the podcast and at bbb.org!

Whitney Quick from the BBB joins Iceburg again to chat about Valentine's Day scams.

This Valentine’s Day is shaping up to be big, according to projections by the National Retail Federation, which suggests that consumer spending will reach nearly $26 billion.

As you prepare to celebrate, there are few common scams that you need to be aware of. Whether you’re hoping to spark a new relationship or buying gifts for loved ones, beware of these three scams regularly reported to BBB. 

See more BBB's Valentine's Day scam alerts and tips at BBB.org/Valentine.