The Perfect Bite Episode 20

Mint Indian Bistro and Warning Signs for Scams

Welcome back to Clark County Credit Union’s podcast, The Perfect Bite! What is the perfect bite? That mix of flavors, textures, colors, and aromas that come together in one amazing amuse-bouche. Welcome to your perfect bite of food, finances, and your future self. Join us for your weekly serving of food reviews from local restaurants, personal finance tips, and action to realize your goals and dreams.

This is Episode #20 and you’ll join co-hosts Crystal Price and Shannon Hiller from Clark County Credit Union as they try out all sorts of deliciousness at Mint Indian Bistro, welcome Fraud Prevention Manager Debbie Edillon to reveal the top warning signs for scams, and share how to protect your passwords. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and your other favorite podcast spots – follow and leave a 5-star review if you’re enjoying the show!

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The Perfect Bite Episode #20: Mint Indian Bistro and Warning Signs for Scams

In this twentieth bite, join co-hosts Crystal Price and Shannon Hiller from Clark County Credit Union as they try out all sorts of deliciousness at Mint Indian Bistro, welcome Fraud Prevention Manager Debbie Edillon to reveal the top warning signs for scams, and share how to protect your passwords. Hear how food can appeal to all 5 senses, how to tell the difference between scams and legitimate communication from your financial institution, and the most helpful tools for protecting your account information. This episode covers everything from Indian food to fraud. Here’s a small sample of what you will hear in this episode:

  • How was Mint Indian Bistro?
  • What are the worst scams we’re seeing right now?
  • How does eating affect all 5 senses?
  • What are romance scams?
  • How do you know if your financial institution is actually trying to contact you?
  • What warning signs should you look for in scams?
  • How do romance fraudsters operate?
  • What’s one financial tip Debbie has to share?

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Check out the episode and show notes below for much more detail.

Show Notes

  • Mint Indian Bistro and Warning Signs for Scams
    • [0:13] Welcome to The Perfect Bite
    • [0:27] Learn more at CCCULV.org
    • [0:39] Crystal Price, Shannon Hiller
    • [0:53] Debbie Edillon
    • Food: Mint Indian Bistro
    • [1:17] Mint Indian Bistro
    • [1:32] How does eating affect all 5 senses?
    • [2:00] UNLV (University of Nevada, Las Vegas)
    • [4:57] Email us at ThePerfectBite@CCCULV.com
    • Finances: Debbie Edillon on Warning Signs for Scams
    • [5:48] What are the worst scams we’re seeing right now?
    • [6:43] What warning signs should you look for in scams?
    • [8:02] What should you do when someone tries to scam you?
    • [8:40] VISA Cards
    • [9:27] How do you know if your financial institution is actually trying to contact you?
    • [13:44] What are romance scams?
    • [15:33] The Tinder Swindler
    • [17:03] How do romance fraudsters operate?
    • [19:50] Bonito Michoacán
    • [20:22] What’s Debbie’s favorite thing to order there?
    • [21:03] What’s one financial tip she has to share?
    • [22:16] Open an account with Clark County Credit Union today
    • Future Self: How to Protect Your Passwords
    • [22:51] The Happiness Project
    • [23:44] KeePass
    • [23:57] LastPass
    • [24:57] Learn more at CCCULV.org
    • Theme Song: Happy Today by Joystock

How do I learn more about Clark County Credit Union?

Thanks for listening to The Perfect Bite. Learn more at CCCULV.org and check out the financial resources at CUinsight.com.