Something You Should Know Think You’re Too Smart to Be Scammed? & The Invention That Changed Medicine
Oct 27, 2025
Eric O'Neill, a former FBI operative and cybersecurity expert, dives into the cunning world of modern scams, highlighting how even the smartest can fall victim to deception. He shares insights on social engineering tactics and the growing threat of ransomware. Meanwhile, Dr. Daniel K. Sodickson, a physicist in medicine, explores the fascinating history and advancements in medical imaging, from the invention of X-rays to the brilliance of MRI technology. Together, they reveal how these innovations have transformed diagnosis and treatment in healthcare.
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The Obesity Paradox Explained
- Researchers found an 'obesity paradox' where mildly overweight people can show lower mortality risk in pooled studies.
- Possible explanations include earlier screening, better care, and extra weight helping during acute illness.
Scammers Operate Like Businesses
- Modern cybercrime focuses on deceiving people rather than purely breaking into computers.
- Attackers operate like businesses with verticals and customer-service-like help desks to monetize scams.
Verify By Logging In Directly
- Delete suspicious emails from banks or healthcare providers and log in directly via the official site or app.
- If the issue doesn't appear when you log in correctly, the message was probably a scam.
