A Magician’s Advice To Avoid Scams

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Written By Mahdi The Magician

CBC Radio Presents

Anatomy of a Scam

CBC Radio Specials

Jan. 2, 2026

From phishing emails to phone calls about fake online orders, Canadians are no strangers to scams. Join Magan Carty and Sameer Chhabra as they speak with experts — and one magician — who help break down the common scams affecting Canadians, while offering tips for staying out of trouble.

During the summer of 2025 I was approached by CBC to advise the public on how to protect the public from scams using my knowledge of magic and psychology. Enjoy this episode as we break down common scams affecting Canadians and simple ways to protect yourself.

Originally broadcast on CBC Radio Specials on January 2nd, 2026 here: https://www.cbc.ca/listen/live-radio/1-141-cbc-radio-specials/clip/16188248-anatomy-scam

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