Securanoia

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/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ayleencharlott/?hl=en  
Email: ayleen@ayleencharlotte.com
 
Disclaimer: Securanoia is an educational podcast intended to inform and spark discussion. It does not offer legal, or diagnostic advice.

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.

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/
Making Right Choices (MRC): https://makingrightchoices.com/
 
Disclaimer: Securanoia is an educational podcast intended to inform and spark discussion. It does not offer legal, or diagnostic advice.

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.

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/  Disclaimer: Securanoia is an educational podcast intended to inform and spark discussion. It does not offer legal, or diagnostic advice.

Some conversations leave us with more questions than answers, and that’s exactly where we want to be. I’m Alex Schärli, producer turned reluctant co-host thanks to a little Swiss chocolate from my wife and host Brooke Schärli. 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.

What does it take to stay calm when the world tilts, when the mission is real, and when failure has consequences that follow you for years? MK Palmore, a Naval Academy graduate, former Marine officer, and FBI veteran who led major cyber operations in Silicon Valley, pulls back the curtain on the pressure, the discipline, and the moments that shaped his leadership. He explores the mindset that carries you through chaos, the habits that build unshakable resilience, and the lessons learned from confronting both human adversaries and digital threats.
 
Resources:
Apogee Global RMS: https://apogeeglobalrms.io/
Connect with M.K Palmore on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mkpalmore
 
Disclaimer: Securanoia is an educational podcast intended to inform and spark discussion. It does not offer legal, or diagnostic advice.
 

Some conversations leave us with more questions than answers, and that’s exactly where we want to be. I’m Alex Schärli, producer turned reluctant co-host thanks to a little Swiss chocolate from my wife and host Brooke Schärli. 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.