Episodes
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Jan. 21, 2026
Love Bombed: Romance Scams, Emotional Fraud, and the Cost of Believing
In this episode, we descend further into the dark world of romance scams - where love is staged, pain is real, and the bill comes due in both pride and dollars. We expose the scammers' playbook: how they find you, why they stayed just out of reach, how they invent entire lives, and how they turn trust into a weapon. We tear apart the many versions of these scams and give you the tools to recognize them before they take something from you.
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April 7, 2026
Retro Candy, Old School Toys, and Vintage Fashion (70s and 80s Nostalgia) - Part 1
Hang with The Cranks as we embark on a nostalgic journey back to the 70s and 80s to discuss retro and vintage candies. We’ll share our opinions on the pros and cons of various candies, touch upon potential hazards, and share just a tad of related history. This first of two, maybe three episodes, dedicated to 70s and 80s nostalgia is sure to evoke fond memories and provide plenty of laughs. Join us for an unfiltered and unedited experience of pure sweet fun!
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May 31, 2026
Lewes, Delaware - The Town that Refuses to Rush
This week on Cranks Creek Life, we're headed to Lewes - a Delaware beach town with serious character, deep history, and a way of making you slow down without even trying. We're talking historic streets, coastal views, colonial landmarks, bike trails, beaches, dining, shopping, and more. If you've never been to Lewes, this episode might move it way up on your list. Hit play, clear the noise for a bit... and come wander through Lewes. Mentioned in this Episode The Lost Pelican https://coldwellba...
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July 29, 2026
Don't Move Your Money - Inside a Tech Support Scam
Think that pop-up warning on your computer is there to protect you? Think again. In this episode of Cranks Creek Life, I break down a real tech support scam that led to federal criminal charges and reveal how criminals posing as Microsoft security representatives manipulated a victim into believing their bank account was under attack. You’ll hear how the scam unfolded—from the fake security alert to the pressure-filled phone calls, the fabricated story about a $22,000 transaction, and the dema...
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Sept. 28, 2026
Retro Candy, Old School Toys, and Vintage Fashion (70s and 80s Nostalgia) - Part 2
In part two of this three-part series, we’re cracking open the toy box and heading back to the 1970s and ’80s—a magical time when toys were louder, sharper, more flammable, and apparently designed with absolutely no adult supervision. We’re revisiting the legendary games, bizarre gadgets, ridiculous fads, and childhood obsessions that defined a generation. From toys that probably should’ve required a helmet to stuff we begged our parents for and then abandoned three days later, nothing is safe ...