Scam Survival Tips with Kristen Johnson of BBB Connecticut

Kristen Johnson of BBB Connecticut joins Sounds of Health for a powerful conversation on today’s fastest‑growing scams, how AI is making fraud harder to spot, and why adopting a scam survivor mindset can help people recover emotionally and financially. Kristen shares real stories from Connecticut residents, breaks down the most common red flags, and explains how tools like BBB Scam Tracker and the Scam Survivor Toolkit can protect you before—and after—you’re targeted. From online shopping traps to employment scams, investment fraud, and companionship scams, this episode gives listeners practical steps to stay safe, report suspicious activity, and help others avoid becoming victims. BBB Connecticut Contact Information Email: [email protected] Phone: (203) 269‑2700 Website: https://www.bbb.org/local-bbb/bbb-serving-connecticut Facebook: BBBConnecticut Instagram: bbbconnecticut If you’ve been targeted by a scam—or want to prevent one—visit BBB.org/ScamTracker to research, report, and access the Scam Survivor Toolkit. To learn more about ignite sparked by BBB Connecticut, feel free to call 860-740-4500 or email [email protected]. You can also visit our ignite space at 29 Berlin Road, Cromwell, CT 06416 and https://www.bbb.org/bbb/connecticut/ignite Search “Sounds of Health Podcast” on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you listen. Sounds of Health is brought to you by Nutmeg Insurance Advisors and recorded at the offices of Nutmeg Advisory Group in North Haven, CT. Producer and Host: Dave MacNiven Producer: Jason Carubia Music: Rob Hames Sounds of Health: Shining a light on the path to improved health. Visit us on: YouTube: SoundsofHealthPodcast Facebook: soundsofhealthpodcast Instagram: soundsofhealthpod LinkedIn: soundsofhealth Website: https://www.soundsofhealthpod.com/ Thank you for liking, following, subscribing, sharing, rating, and reviewing!