Andy, co-host of the Absolute Radio Hometime show and Scarred for Life podcast, grew up in Brixham in Devon where he fell in love with living by the sea. Now based in Leigh-on-Sea in Essex, Andy tells Alfie the chilling story of how his parents lost most of their savings to an online investment scam. 

Alfie and Andy are joined by Sandra Bauer, Deputy Chief Executive at Neighbourhood Watch, who explores the various tactics used by scammers and advises how we can avoid being scammed.

Find out more here: https://www.ourwatch.org.uk/cybercrime  

The Neighbourhood Watch Podcast is an Adore Audio production. 

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Penny, co-host of the Pains, Stains and Automobiles podcast, grew up in Eastwood and Rutland where she has fond memories of local characters, and some interesting pastimes. Penny has had her home burgled twice, and she shares her experiences and the lessons she learned.  

Alfie and Penny are joined by John Hayward-Cripps, CEO of the Neighbourhood Watch Network, who discusses the most effective methods to secure your home. 

Find out more here: https://www.ourwatch.org.uk/burglary-WIDEN 

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Episode 1 is live on Friday 24th July 2026.

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Find out more at www.ourwatch.org.uk

The Neighbourhood Watch Podcast is an Adore Audio production.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.