954-379-4387

The number I received a call from was (561) 826-0675.  An assistant named Rita called me to schedule an appointment with one of the producers named John Carter (probably a bogus name!).  I had the call with "John" yesterday and of course he told me how amazing I was and how I would be a great match for his show as long as I pay $26,000 to be on it!!!

I just filed a complaint with the Better Business Bureau and the Attorney General's office of Florida.  I'm furious that they:

1. Wasted my time
2. Thought I would be stupid enough to fall for their scam

This seems to be an ongoing problem in Florida so it's unlikely the attorney general is doing anything to stop these scam artists.  Buyer beware!!!

They called my CEO today (call was fielded by his assistant) and refused to be routed to marketing.  Said marketing wouldn't understand the opportunity they needed to discuss with the CEO personally.  Gave the usual song & dance - wanted him for a 5-minute "industry report", interview with Terry Bradshaw, major news networks, etc.  Never a good sign when a media-related company is unwilling to coordinate through the company's marketing group.   Here are the details they provided since I see from this thread there is an issue with the "Company Name Du Jour":

NetWorthTelevision*: http://networthtelevision.com
Produced by Studio Bradshaw:
786.536.1624
(hung up on executive assistant before giving his name)
*also gave the wrong URL on the phone, above is the URL that syncs up with the info he provided

A woman from "The Balancing Act" wanted a specific division marketing manager, saying right off the bat, "Is he available?"  I asked what in reference to, and she said, “We’re a morning talk show on Lifetime, and I’m calling on behalf of my producer.  Is he available?”  I replied that I needed more information, and she didn’t know what I meant!  I threw out advertising to start, and she named his particular brand, which didn’t help, then inquired once more, "Is he available?"  I put her on hold for a few seconds, then offered to take a message, because he wasn’t at his desk.  She pressed for leaving a voicemail or obtaining his email address, both of which run counter to company policy.  She finally gave her name as Lisa Talbot at this number.  After reading the comments here, I decided not to relay the note; but now that she’s phoned again, I’ll advise the manager as to what could be in store.

A note to add that as of Sept 2016 this scam is still ongoing. Got a call from an "executive assistant" representing "sr producer" Lee Caplan asking to set up a call to discuss the brand that I manage. I was gullible and they got my details; from this forum I'll be declining the invitation.