Verified Impersonation Scam targeting NPR (National Public Radio) Users
Author/Publishing Scam 7/10/2026 0 views·1 reported variant
Important: NPR (National Public Radio) is not the scammer. Criminals are impersonating NPR (National Public Radio) to trick people. This page documents the scam so others can recognize it.
What this scam does
Impersonation of NPR host Terry Gross targeting an author/publicist with a fake interview invitation. The scammer uses a generic Gmail address instead of an official NPR domain. This is a common setup for vanity media scams where the author is eventually asked to pay 'broadcast' or 'marketing' fees for a segment that will never air on legitimate NPR programming.
The scam script
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[REDACTED] Public Relations and Marketing Communications for Attorneys, Business Owners, Consultants and Financial Services | Speaker | Podcast Guest M: [REDACTED] www.JanetLFalk.com<http://www.janetlfalk.com/> Book a call<https://go.oncehub.com/JanetFalk> [cid:image001.png@01DD103D.B9E7AB40]<https://www.linkedin.com/in/janetlfalk> From: terry gross <terrygross.live@gmail.com> Sent: Wednesday, July 8, 2026 9:02 PM To: [REDACTED] <[REDACTED]> Subject: Invitation to Join NPR’s *The Next Chapter* — A Conversation on the Future of Literature and American Storytelling Dear Editorial Team, I hope this message finds you well. I recently had the pleasure of reading Practical Leadership: A Guide to Building Trust, Getting Results, and Changing Lives by Janet Ply, and was struck by its authority, depth, and the clarity with which it captures the real world challenges of modern leadership. What distinguishes this work is its ability to combine hands on, experience driven insight with clear and actionable guidance. Drawing from high stakes leadership experience across organizations of all sizes, Ply presents a practical framework that empowers leaders to move from uncertainty to clarity. Her commitment to straightforward communication and real world application makes this work both accessible and immediately valuable. I am writing to invite Janet Ply to join us on NPR’s The Next Chapter, where we engage with voices shaping how people understand leadership, growth, and the future of work. We would be especially interested in exploring: • The most common challenges new and experienced leaders face without a clear playbook • How leaders can step out of day to day tasks and lead at the right level • Practical strategies for building trust and accountability within teams • Approaches to handling difficult conversations with confidence and clarity • Her perspective on what effective leadership looks like in today’s evolving workplace This work offers a powerful and insightful lens into one of the most important skills in any organization, the ability to lead people effectively and with purpose. We are confident this conversation would resonate deeply with our audience, particularly those interested in leadership, professional growth, and meaningful impact. If this invitation is of interest, I would be delighted to share additional details regarding scheduling and format at your convenience. Thank you for your time, and for contributing such a practical and empowering resource for leaders at every stage. Warm regards, Terry Gross Co Host, The Next Chapter NPR Radio
Known sender handles
terry gross <terrygross.live@gmail.com>
Malicious links found
⚠ http://www.janetlfalk.com/
⚠ https://go.oncehub.com/JanetFalk
⚠ https://www.linkedin.com/in/janetlfalk
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