My philosophy is if I don’t know the number I don’t answer. They can always leave a message if it’s important. Then you have a chance to investigate. And anything that wants an immediate answer or money is just out there to take you. Call you credit card company and tell them you were scammed, they should back charge the amount from the scammer and refund you.
I GOT LOVE SCAM MY FRIEND - WANTED A 100 DOLLAR APPLE CARD- STUPID ME - I WAS VULNERABLE THAT TIME MY MOM DIED AND I FELL INTO THE SCAM.... - NOW I AM SMARTER AT AGE 51 YEARS OLD. 💔💔💔🏳️🌈🏳️🌈
I'm a boomer, also 60, not senile and not demented so I don't understand how easy it's supposed to be to scam me. this is not a challenge to those that feel they are protecting Josh. I don't even think his comments are ageist, just a lack of knowledge of boomers and his youth. We boomers thought the same thing about those that would have been "boomers" to us. you don't think of how wrong you are until you get to that age. apparently Josh will look back on this when he is 60 and will try to kick his own behind so I'm not trying to do it while he is young. So people relax on the misstep of the young, as he just proved, getting scammed is not about age, it's about falling for the extreme efforts people put into ripping off their fellow humans. I'm Happy to be 60 and a boomer, there are worst options out there!!! LOL
I had something similar happen to me recently--a scammer called claiming to be from my bank and used the bank's own number! Being scammed can happen to ANYONE. Thank you for being honest with us! :)
No they will not when you willingly hand over the information. They only credit you for fraud when the scammers obtain the details nefariously and make charges pretending to be the cardholder.
So sorry to hear Josh. It is so sad that these creeps are out there ready to pounce the minute we try to advance ourselves in any way. I hope you were able to recoup your loss. 😢
You and your boyfriend both seem like nice guys I'm so sorry this happened to you! Yeah when you come older and you're a boomer you really got to watch close what's going on cuz scam artist Target us. I guess you are our honorary Boomer Mascot! 😂😂😂😂
Josh, I am so sorry to hear this - I’m a 53 years old Irish gay man in the U.K. and the amount of spam emails and phone calls I get is so annoying - these guys are so good at spamming people and they sound so convincing - because of the way that state laws in Ireland have worked since 2009, my friend in Ireland got very badly scammed just after my Dad died in 2018, knocking out her computer for days, precisely at a time when she needed to deal with important legal documents relating to my Dad’s estate, as he had appointed her as Executrix of his will before he died and it caused no end of problems because everything relating to the Irish state is only handled electronically according to Irish state law - we had to get in IT experts and the police involved but it delayed the whole process for 2 years for something that should have only taken 6 months
I got scammed for $2500.00 once. I still feel soooo stupid that I fell victim over this!! I've always said that I was "too smart" to fall for one of these traps. But, here I am, $2500.00 dollars cheaper than I was before I fell for this crooked deal.
As one of your former Boomer supporters, I, too, have never been scammed and I was your age in the '70s. It isn't age or generation but common sense. I am terribly disappointed by this video, Josh.
I’m a legit boomer. But I used to work in the media and learned from interviewing a ton of financial experts to NEVER give out my personal data over the phone unless I initiate the call and know exactly who I’m talking to. For example, it’s ok to give info to your doctor’s office or some place like that. But government agencies don’t ever ask for your information over the phone.
As a 60+ year old boomer who didn't get taken here's what you do...immediately call the credit card company because transactions aren't immediate they are pending and can be stopped...explain what happened and halt the transaction. I saved $200 and frustrated a scammer from India.
Hopefully you investigated the US Patents website to learn the process andthe actual fees. Meantime never answer the phone with hello or yes. I alway say Good Morning or Good Afternoon or Good Evening. That usually has robo calls hang up. Never ever say yes to the next question .... scam calls are now searching your identity or financial info or both. Instead ask a question with whom do you wish to speak? Or something but not yes ever. Good luck going forward
Sorry, Baby Boy. That sucks. I hope you called your CC company. I hate scammers. I've had lots of guys try on dating apps. Boomer here, too. I'm naturally suspicious, and a retired computer geek.
I was literally making fun of myself for getting scammed. If I can laugh at myself I don’t think a little boomer slander should he taking so seriously.
1. Don't know the caller don't answer. Even if a message was left it still doesn't mean it's legit. 2. Never ever pay with a debit card always use a credit card so you have the power to dispute the charge. 3. You're pretty (handsome) please don't be dumb too.
Hey dude, I'm a "boomer". But I've never been scammed! BTW: Be careful how you treat us boomers, we opened doors for your generation so you can have your internet fun. Just go ahead and ask me what we did.
I’m a boomer. 66. Never been scammed. Close. But not yet…. I love to get those jerks on the phone and tell them someone’s at the door. Hold on…. For hours. Ha.
I feel insulted. I'm 61 and we are NOT Boomers. We are Gen Jones (look it up). My generation was the first one to be screwed over by Boomers. Boomers are my parents' generation.
Gen Jones are also known as the boomers II generation 1955-1964. The boomers I generation runs 1946-1954. As you said, ‘look it up.’ Boomers 1946-1964.
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You ain’t no boomer. Scams are nothing new. “There’s a sucker born every minute” is a famous quote from PT Barnum who’s from pre-boomer days (mid 1800’s). Still, no fun and fortunately you can probably cancel the charge on your card. Lesson learned?
Um, you get a copyright or a trademark for a logo, not a patent. Why did you apply at the patent office, which is for inventions? You don't see "patent pending" in a book, unless the book was produced by some new technical process, which I have also never seen, but which is, I suppose, possible. But then it is the process that is patented, not the contents of the book. Anyway, your credit card company should be able to settle this easily. I hope so. Rule: Never give a credit card number over the phone. Never give your phone number over the phone or say that xxx-xxx-xxxx is or isn't your phone number. Or your address, of course, unless you have initiated the call to a business you know.
I'm a 60 year old boomer (or I wish I was tnat young) and I don't trust anyone who asks for my credit card on a phone call or email, regardless of who they say they are. I feel really bad that you got scammed (hope you contacted your bank immediately), but no reason for ageist stereotypes. I'm pretty sure us old farts make up a major part of your fan base.
I totally forgot I used to spoof callerids for fun, I paid for a service and I could do it and I’m a millennial and only used it as a party trick right infront of people.
FYI if you're not on X / Twitter there is an account claiming to be you, that has hit me up asking for my CC & reposts a lot of your private things from your other accounts, and nothing from youtube.
You’re completely wrong that 60 year olds are those typically scammed. It’s young inexperienced people your age and below who are online all the time and people in their mid 80s who are senile or have dementia. Obviously the amounts of money differ as young people typically have far less money to lose, those in their 80s have property and life savings.
As with the IRS, Social Security, etc., etc. the federal government official communications to individuals are sent through the post office. Oh well, now you know. Sounds like you used a credit card ( offers some protection) rather than debit.
I had someone contact me on manhunt and sent me pictures which were yours trying to tell me they were interested in me. LOL I kept playing the game with them for a while because I knew no one who looks like you, and your age, would be interested in a 58 year old fat teddy bear guy. Anyway, I called him on it finally. Just goes to show that no matter how smart they think they are on their best day....... this old boomer, on his worst day, is smarter than they are!!!!!!!!!!!!!
OMG! So you're feeling like a 60 year-old boomer. I understand how you could be tricked (no shame) but I'm older than 60 and don't give out private information. I think you must be confusing 60 year-olds with 80 year-olds! But I know all us old folks look alike to people your age. I was once that way, myself. Gotta be soooo careful, nowadays. 😁
Josh~ You’re agism is showing 😮😳😬 Needless to say that you’ve probably been scammed by an over 60 year old … Who owns the organization and is the boss of whomever you spoke with … I hope you’ve been able to recoup your loss … By the way, I’m 57 … (so I’m maybe 🤔 also approaching boomerism) … I’m disappointed 😢 💔… just a little …
I'm a boomer and I have never been scammed. But I have a healthy mistrust of most people until proven otherwise. IMO.
I came here to say that.
Exactly.
As a 60 yo Boomer, I’m not one to get scammed…my Boomer nature makes me hyper suspicious.
I love my boomer followers btw. No hate. 🫶🏻
None taken, we love you too!
That's great Josh...and you found out that the young to the boomers-plus, get scammed too❤
Oh nooooo!!!!! Hope you are ok. I hate being scammed or my bros being scammed. And you are my bro, Josh!
Lol. I was gonna say…
Lol. Here's a 60 YO boomer who knows about that common scam. Oops. It happens though.
My philosophy is if I don’t know the number I don’t answer. They can always leave a message if it’s important. Then you have a chance to investigate.
And anything that wants an immediate answer or money is just out there to take you.
Call you credit card company and tell them you were scammed, they should back charge the amount from the scammer and refund you.
Josh said they faked the caller id of the patent office when they called him.
I GOT LOVE SCAM MY FRIEND - WANTED A 100 DOLLAR APPLE CARD- STUPID ME - I WAS VULNERABLE THAT TIME MY MOM DIED AND I FELL INTO THE SCAM.... - NOW I AM SMARTER AT AGE 51 YEARS OLD. 💔💔💔🏳️🌈🏳️🌈
I'm a boomer, also 60, not senile and not demented so I don't understand how easy it's supposed to be to scam me. this is not a challenge to those that feel they are protecting Josh. I don't even think his comments are ageist, just a lack of knowledge of boomers and his youth. We boomers thought the same thing about those that would have been "boomers" to us. you don't think of how wrong you are until you get to that age. apparently Josh will look back on this when he is 60 and will try to kick his own behind so I'm not trying to do it while he is young. So people relax on the misstep of the young, as he just proved, getting scammed is not about age, it's about falling for the extreme efforts people put into ripping off their fellow humans. I'm Happy to be 60 and a boomer, there are worst options out there!!! LOL
This is why I never answer my phone.
I usually don’t. The one time I do. 😭
Yup
I was about to rip you a new one then I saw the apology. I'm 70 years old and have never been scammed.
It's intelligence and logic, not age!
Hey! lmao
Hi Josh, just kidding! I was hoping you would find it funny.
I have been scammed before, more than once, lol. Love your videos. @@joshbigosh
I had something similar happen to me recently--a scammer called claiming to be from my bank and used the bank's own number! Being scammed can happen to ANYONE. Thank you for being honest with us! :)
Not sure about the anti boomer comment BUT - if you paid with a credit card you can dispute the charge with the bank and they can get you a credit.
No they will not when you willingly hand over the information. They only credit you for fraud when the scammers obtain the details nefariously and make charges pretending to be the cardholder.
I wish all boomers looked like Josh. The world would be a happier place!
I will second that motion! 😅
So sorry to hear Josh. It is so sad that these creeps are out there ready to pounce the minute we try to advance ourselves in any way. I hope you were able to recoup your loss. 😢
You and your boyfriend both seem like nice guys I'm so sorry this happened to you! Yeah when you come older and you're a boomer you really got to watch close what's going on cuz scam artist Target us. I guess you are our honorary Boomer Mascot! 😂😂😂😂
I am 80 yrs. old and have never been scammed. I am immediately suspicious of all phone calls and e mails
Josh, I am so sorry to hear this - I’m a 53 years old Irish gay man in the U.K. and the amount of spam emails and phone calls I get is so annoying - these guys are so good at spamming people and they sound so convincing - because of the way that state laws in Ireland have worked since 2009, my friend in Ireland got very badly scammed just after my Dad died in 2018, knocking out her computer for days, precisely at a time when she needed to deal with important legal documents relating to my Dad’s estate, as he had appointed her as Executrix of his will before he died and it caused no end of problems because everything relating to the Irish state is only handled electronically according to Irish state law - we had to get in IT experts and the police involved but it delayed the whole process for 2 years for something that should have only taken 6 months
I'm a boomer. I feel like I'm part of a group that just got clowned on. Why the ageist angle?
I’m the dummy that got scammed. I wasn’t try to be ageist. I should have been more careful with word choice haha.
@@joshbigoshThanks for that. Boomer or not, we can all learn from your experience, and not forget to be kind, too.
Call the credit card company.
it's a credit card charge. dispute it and you won't have to pay.
Scammers are one of the worst versions of parasites.
Welcome to boomerland, you'll fit right in. Lotsa luv Josh
I got scammed for $2500.00 once. I still feel soooo stupid that I fell victim over this!! I've always said that I was "too smart" to fall for one of these traps. But, here I am, $2500.00 dollars cheaper than I was before I fell for this crooked deal.
Ugh. I have to tell me grandparents all the time, "If anyone asks you for your credit card # or to send them money or ANYTHING, hang up the phone."
As one of your former Boomer supporters, I, too, have never been scammed and I was your age in the '70s. It isn't age or generation but common sense. I am terribly disappointed by this video, Josh.
I’m a legit boomer. But I used to work in the media and learned from interviewing a ton of financial experts to NEVER give out my personal data over the phone unless I initiate the call and know exactly who I’m talking to. For example, it’s ok to give info to your doctor’s office or some place like that. But government agencies don’t ever ask for your information over the phone.
As a 60+ year old boomer who didn't get taken here's what you do...immediately call the credit card company because transactions aren't immediate they are pending and can be stopped...explain what happened and halt the transaction. I saved $200 and frustrated a scammer from India.
Patent office doesn't do logos.
I meant trade mark. lol
That sucks Josh! I always let the calls go to voicemail.
The government will not call you for information or money. They might call you to set up an appointment and that is it.
Hopefully you investigated the US Patents website to learn the process andthe actual fees. Meantime never answer the phone with hello or yes. I alway say Good Morning or Good Afternoon or Good Evening. That usually has robo calls hang up. Never ever say yes to the next question .... scam calls are now searching your identity or financial info or both. Instead ask a question with whom do you wish to speak? Or something but not yes ever. Good luck going forward
Sorry, Baby Boy. That sucks. I hope you called your CC company. I hate scammers. I've had lots of guys try on dating apps. Boomer here, too. I'm naturally suspicious, and a retired computer geek.
It only takes one time and you are suspicious for the rest of your life!! Been there done that!!😢
😮 baby💋 be careful out there baby
This boomer is proud of you for acknowledging your mistake and learning a lesson
Ahhhhhhdorable !!❤❤
I've been there myself. I was scammed by a local.
It happens. You aren’t a boomer until you start going to dinner at 5 p.m.😂
Dude, proud to go to dinner at 4:30 on occasion! 60 yo Boomer here.
I thought you would have said 3pm for the early bird special. 😂
Can't stomach dismissive generationism (re.attributing naivete to so-called 'boomers') .
I was literally making fun of myself for getting scammed. If I can laugh at myself I don’t think a little boomer slander should he taking so seriously.
I am surprised they scammed you, young boy who supposed to be smart and sharp. Be careful next time.
Lovely One!!!! Always!!!! With An Other Lovely One!!!! Always!!!!
Sorry to hear that bigjosh. Warn your credit card people asap .
1. Don't know the caller don't answer. Even if a message was left it still doesn't mean it's legit.
2. Never ever pay with a debit card always use a credit card so you have the power to dispute the charge.
3. You're pretty (handsome) please don't be dumb too.
Hey dude, I'm a "boomer". But I've never been scammed! BTW: Be careful how you treat us boomers, we opened doors for your generation so you can have your internet fun.
Just go ahead and ask me what we did.
I resemble that statement!😂
Sixty-year-olds are too young to be boomers. It happens to the best and worst of us.
We have all been there. Young and old alike. No shame, no blame.
❤❤❤❤ you've got the most beautiful skin.❤❤❤❤❤❤
I’m a boomer. 66. Never been scammed. Close. But not yet…. I love to get those jerks on the phone and tell them someone’s at the door. Hold on…. For hours. Ha.
I feel insulted. I'm 61 and we are NOT Boomers. We are Gen Jones (look it up). My generation was the first one to be screwed over by Boomers. Boomers are my parents' generation.
Gen Jones are also known as the boomers II generation 1955-1964. The boomers I generation runs 1946-1954. As you said, ‘look it up.’ Boomers 1946-1964.
Gen Jones? I'm Gen X
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😂 many of us 60+ Boomers know that the federal government rarely calls.
Next time get a Costco credit card.
"Reverse the charges."
No problems.
You ain’t no boomer. Scams are nothing new. “There’s a sucker born every minute” is a famous quote from PT Barnum who’s from pre-boomer days (mid 1800’s). Still, no fun and fortunately you can probably cancel the charge on your card. Lesson learned?
Um, you get a copyright or a trademark for a logo, not a patent. Why did you apply at the patent office, which is for inventions? You don't see "patent pending" in a book, unless the book was produced by some new technical process, which I have also never seen, but which is, I suppose, possible. But then it is the process that is patented, not the contents of the book.
Anyway, your credit card company should be able to settle this easily. I hope so.
Rule: Never give a credit card number over the phone. Never give your phone number over the phone or say that xxx-xxx-xxxx is or isn't your phone number. Or your address, of course, unless you have initiated the call to a business you know.
It was a trademark I misspoke.
I'm a 60 year old boomer (or I wish I was tnat young) and I don't trust anyone who asks for my credit card on a phone call or email, regardless of who they say they are. I feel really bad that you got scammed (hope you contacted your bank immediately), but no reason for ageist stereotypes. I'm pretty sure us old farts make up a major part of your fan base.
Poor Josh it’s ok💐💍
Kiss me boomah boy
Awww, sweet baby. That was too real and too coincidence for you to think it was a scam and not legit.
I totally forgot I used to spoof callerids for fun, I paid for a service and I could do it and I’m a millennial and only used it as a party trick right infront of people.
FYI if you're not on X / Twitter there is an account claiming to be you, that has hit me up asking for my CC & reposts a lot of your private things from your other accounts, and nothing from youtube.
Bummer, Boomer Hugs!
could of been worse. at least you're rich AF
earn people trust, then trust but verify
😘😘😘😘
Call the bank and tell them you’re scammed and the charges were due to scammer until you found out.
Yes. Kid. It's. Been. A. Grip. Yes. Still. Love. You. Your. Vids. Rock
Some people!
You’re completely wrong that 60 year olds are those typically scammed. It’s young inexperienced people your age and below who are online all the time and people in their mid 80s who are senile or have dementia. Obviously the amounts of money differ as young people typically have far less money to lose, those in their 80s have property and life savings.
Boomerang. Sometimes, what you do will come back to haunt you.
😮...
As with the IRS, Social Security, etc., etc. the federal government official communications to individuals are sent through the post office. Oh well, now you know. Sounds like you used a credit card ( offers some protection) rather than debit.
Be very very very careful from now on
Have you gotten your AARP card yet?😂
Awww Can your Credit card Reverse the charges?
Boomer Era ❗️ I dont think so ❗️
I had someone contact me on manhunt and sent me pictures which were yours trying to tell me they were interested in me. LOL I kept playing the game with them for a while because I knew no one who looks like you, and your age, would be interested in a 58 year old fat teddy bear guy. Anyway, I called him on it finally. Just goes to show that no matter how smart they think they are on their best day....... this old boomer, on his worst day, is smarter than they are!!!!!!!!!!!!!
That's good.
Do you have to make content about everything that happens to you. Honestly, I don’t think anyone cares
As a 78 “boomer” are we all thought of as being scammed
Don’t think so
Thought your comments were ill chosen and quite insulting
🌈❤🧡💛💚💙💜🌈 👍#198
You are so cute my love ❤
I'm a boomer so why are you insulting boomers? You are cute anyway
Sweetie, that has nothing to do with being a Boomer. Live and learn.
Though, it was probably a Boomer who scammed you.😆
OMG! So you're feeling like a 60 year-old boomer. I understand how you could be tricked (no shame) but I'm older than 60 and don't give out private information. I think you must be confusing 60 year-olds with 80 year-olds! But I know all us old folks look alike to people your age. I was once that way, myself. Gotta be soooo careful, nowadays. 😁
Lucky you. Only $200
Josh~
You’re agism is showing
😮😳😬
Needless to say that you’ve probably been scammed by an over 60 year old … Who owns the organization and is the boss of whomever you spoke with …
I hope you’ve been able to recoup your loss …
By the way, I’m 57 …
(so I’m maybe 🤔 also approaching boomerism) …
I’m disappointed
😢 💔… just a little …
I love you my dear boy bear gay male perfect divine guy delisious
Everyone knows u don’t give anyone no personal information on the phone 📱
I am a boomer 69 many have tried to scam me