Why Phone Scammers Always Ask “Can You Hear Me?”

Why Phone Scammers Always Ask “Can You Hear Me?”

The “yes” trap phone scam is one of the fastest-growing scam call techniques in 2026. A caller asks “Can you hear me?” and the moment you say “yes,” they record your voice. That single word can be used to authorize charges, clone your voice with AI, and drain your savings.

In this video, you’ll learn:

How the “Can You Hear Me?” scam captures your voice
What scammers do with your recorded “yes” (cramming, AI voice cloning)
Why the FCC, BBB, and AARP have all issued warnings about this scam
4 concrete steps to protect yourself and your family right now

Sources:

FBI Internet Crime Report 2026
FCC Robocall Ruling on AI-generated voice calls
Better Business Bureau “Can You Hear Me?” Scam Alert
AARP Fraud Watch Network
Minnesota Attorney General Consumer Advisory
McAfee Global AI Voice Cloning Study

 

If someone calls you and says “do not hang up,” that may be your warning sign.

In this Richard Hale briefing, we break down five phone scam phrases that older adults, retirees, parents, grandparents, and families should recognize immediately. These calls can sound official, helpful, or even emotional — but the goal is often the same: pressure you before you have time to think.

You’ll learn how to spot common scam calls involving fake bank fraud departments, Social Security threats, Medicare number requests, tech support pop-ups, prize scams, and family emergency scams.

This video is designed to help you protect your savings, your retirement, your personal information, and your peace of mind.

Topics covered:
• The “safe account” bank scam
• Fake Social Security and government calls
• Medicare number scams
• Tech support remote-access scams
• Prize and gift card scams
• Family emergency phone scams
• What to do before sending money or sharing information

Important reminder:
Real organizations give you time. Scammers try to take that time away.

This video is for general educational purposes only and is not personal financial, legal, medical, insurance, or cybersecurity advice. If you believe you may be dealing with a real emergency, contact the official organization directly using a number you find yourself.

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