Wait, What? Brooke and Alex on M.K. Palmore

Episode 16: Ayleen Charlotte! Outsmarting the Tinder Swindler - From Victim to Human Threat Intel

Ayleen Charlotte, the woman who swindled the Tinder Swindler and became known worldwide through Netflix’s, "The Tinder Swindler," joins Securanoia to tell the real story behind her long‑running romance scam. She reveals the emotional tactics that pulled her in, from love bombing to secrecy to perfectly scripted manipulation. Ayleen shares the exact moment she realized everything was a lie and how she fought back. She breaks down SAFE’s steps: Stop, Ask, Feel, and Engage, which help people pause before they’re pulled deeper into a scam. We talk about the failures she faced from banks and police and why victims need empathy, not confrontation.  Resources: Contact Ayleen: https://ayleencharlotte.com/ [https://ayleencharlotte.com/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ayleencharlott/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/ayleencharlott/?hl=en]   Email: ayleen@ayleencharlotte.com [ayleen@ayleencharlotte.com]   Disclaimer: Securanoia is an educational podcast intended to inform and spark discussion. It does not offer legal, or diagnostic advice.

Wait, What? Brooke and Alex on Dr. Lipson’s Episode

Some conversations leave us with more questions than answers, and that’s exactly where we want to be. I’m Alex, producer turned reluctant co-host thanks to a little Swiss chocolate from my wife and host Brooke. Together we revisit the big moments, unpack the “wait what?” reactions, and bring your voices into the mix. Short, candid, and a little unexpected, these episodes are your chance to shape where the conversation goes next. What do you want us to dig into?   Disclaimer: Securanoia is an educational podcast intended to inform and spark discussion. It does not offer legal, or diagnostic advice.

Episode 15: Dr. Glenn S. Lipson on the Lonely Wolf and the Loneliness Pandemic

Loneliness is becoming a quiet public safety threat, and this episode of Securanoia pulls you straight into why. Host Brooke S., PhD and forensic psychologist Dr. Glenn S. Lipson discuss how disconnection fuels vulnerability and radicalization, illustrated through real‑world cases and threat assessment. They break down the science of our biologic need for connection and the modern forces exploiting it, from social media to engineered emotional connection. You’ll learn tools like the EASE approach and resiliency practices.   Resources: Contact Dr. Glenn S. Lipson: https://drglennlipson.com/ [https://drglennlipson.com/] Making Right Choices (MRC): https://makingrightchoices.com/ [https://makingrightchoices.com/]   Disclaimer: Securanoia is an educational podcast intended to inform and spark discussion. It does not offer legal, or diagnostic advice.

Wait, What? Brooke and Alex on Bruce E Quinn’s Episode

Some conversations leave us with more questions than answers, and that’s exactly where we want to be. I’m Alex, producer turned reluctant co-host thanks to a little Swiss chocolate from my wife and host Brooke. Together we revisit the big moments, unpack the “wait what?” reactions, and bring your voices into the mix. Short, candid, and a little unexpected, these episodes are your chance to shape where the conversation goes next. What do you want us to dig into?   Disclaimer: Securanoia is an educational podcast intended to inform and spark discussion. It does not offer legal, or diagnostic advice.

Episode 14: Bruce E. Quinn! How Social Media Shapes Kids' Brains

What if the internet is shaping kids’ brains in ways we haven’t even begun to grasp? Brooke S., PhD sits down with public‑safety veteran Bruce E. Quinn to reveal why developing minds are so easily pulled toward shocking and addictive content, and how he uses mind‑mapping techniques to help young people untangle complex online risks. They break down the early signs adults often miss and the simple, real‑world habits that keep families grounded and connected. The episode closes with practical tools, hopeful wins, and a reminder that staying present is the strongest protection any child has.   Resources: Connect with Bruce E. Quinn on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bruce-e-quinn-82616465/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/bruce-e-quinn-82616465/]    Disclaimer: Securanoia is an educational podcast intended to inform and spark discussion. It does not offer legal, or diagnostic advice.