The Watchdog

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Worried about scams? Trying to save money? "The Watchdog" is here to help! 19 News consumer reporter Jen Picciano covers everything from recall alerts to warnings from the Better Business Bureau, and new ways to keep your family safe.

  1. 1d ago

    Episode 22

    On this episode of “The Watchdog,” we’ll show you how police, a bank and even a Walgreens worker teamed up in real time to stop a scammer after a woman handed over access to her account. We’ll also tackle rising back-to-school costs with simple ways to cut supply lists and lunch bills so you can feed and equip your kids for less.

  2. Aug 12

    Episode 21

    In this episode of “The Watchdog,” we’re digging into the most common consumer battles and where you can turn to fight for your money. We’ll also share simple ways to save at the pump as gas prices climb, and how trading in old clothes at the mall can score you discounts on something new.

  3. Jul 29

    Episode 20

    On this episode of “The Watchdog,” we’re sharing smart ways to shrink your summer travel bill without canceling the fun, and the moves that can save you headaches when flights are delayed or disrupted. We’ll also explain how scammers track your trips and what to stop sharing so they can’t strike while you’re away.

  4. Jul 22

    Episode 19

    On this episode of “The Watchdog,” we’re tackling the everyday conveniences that quietly drain your bank account and how to plug those money leaks. We’ll also show you how to make credit card rewards work for your summer travel instead of adding debt, plus smart ways to cool your home without overheating your utility bill, and how medical office staff are being enlisted to help stop a new wave of scams targeting your personal information.

  5. Jul 15

    Episode 18

    On this episode of “The Watchdog,” we look at a disturbing sextortion attempt involving a Solon teen gamer and what he and his parent did right to stop it. We’ll also go to the front lines with bank tellers trying to block scam withdrawals, and share easy ways to enjoy summer fun on a budget as major retailers slash prices to keep your cart costs down.

  6. Jul 8

    Episode 17

    In this episode of “The Watchdog,” we’ll help first-time buyers spot the hidden costs in older homes and avoid turning must-haves into money traps. We’ll also flag red flags when hiring movers, and reveal how a trending jail scam drained a local woman’s savings so you know what to watch for if a loved one is behind bars.

  7. Jul 1

    Episode 16

    On this episode of “The Watchdog,” we’ll help you prep for summer by checking your insurance before grill fires, storms or pool mishaps lead to surprise bills. We’ll also explain which travel records to save when flights go wrong and how credit card chargebacks can help, plus simple ways to uncover everyday expenses hiding in plain sight so you can start cutting costs fast.

  8. Jun 24

    Episode 15

    In this episode of “The Watchdog,” we’ll break down when personal loans can be a smart way to plug a budget gap - and when they can dig you in deeper. We’ll also flag a key deadline that could change how you repay student loans, and look at why so many first-time buyers are being priced out of their starter homes.

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Worried about scams? Trying to save money? "The Watchdog" is here to help! 19 News consumer reporter Jen Picciano covers everything from recall alerts to warnings from the Better Business Bureau, and new ways to keep your family safe.

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  • Creator
    19 News
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    22
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    The Watchdog