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The Voice of Trust

The Voice of Trust

By The BBB of the Mid-South

The Voice of Trust explores consumer rights, business ethics, and the latest scams. We'll feature interviews with owners and executives of BBB Accredited Businesses, community leaders, and real-life scam victims. Produced by the Better Business Bureau of the Mid-South and recorded at the BBB Mid-South Podcast Studio.
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The Voice of TrustOct 26, 2022

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Someone Stole My Identity on Social Media | Credit Report Errors | TJ's Animation Workshop Interview

Someone Stole My Identity on Social Media | Credit Report Errors | TJ's Animation Workshop Interview

Season 3 is here! We're back and scammers haven't stopped scamming. Todd's identity was stolen on social media. Could errors in your credit report stop you from getting the house or car of your dreams? Terrance stops in to talk about how he started TJ's Animation Workshop in our Trustworthy Business Segment. Tune in for a great episode.

Jun 12, 202328:20
Black History Month Special 2023

Black History Month Special 2023

Tune in to an exciting episode of the Voice of Trust. Todd is your special host, and she will talk about consumer rights topics that include the "Grant Bae Scam" FTC settlement, San Francisco's Reparations plan and a review to Netflix's newest movie "You People".  Then we have an amazing interview with Marques Cook the mastermind behind 'Unapologetically Memphis' an influencer to the Shelby County community and beyond. Lastly, we have an inspiring interview with Brenda Short aka Bre from Loc Studio 18 a black owned accredited business in today's billion-dollar hair industry. 

Feb 20, 202345:20
Everything Consumer News Related

Everything Consumer News Related

Join Daniel, Todd and Emily for some insightful Consumer Rights news. Plus hear about scammers being charged in our Scam Headlines segment. 

Jan 25, 202319:16
New Year New Schemes | 2023 Scams | Fortnite Class Action Lawsuit

New Year New Schemes | 2023 Scams | Fortnite Class Action Lawsuit

It's a new year and scams are on our horizon. Tune in to hear about some old and new scams for the year 2023. Do you know anyone who plays Fortnite? Well, you may be in for a treat because FTC has settled a class action lawsuit with the gaming company and you may be in entitled to some money! Find out on this episode of the Voice of Trust. 

Jan 11, 202319:21
Christmas Special 2022

Christmas Special 2022

Sit back and enjoy our Holiday Special. We will answer listeners questions, talk Christmas traditions, airline notification scams and so much more. It's Daniel, Todd & Emily.  

Dec 22, 202218:26
12 Scams of Christmas | Trustworthy Business Segment w/ Albonetti's Gift & Fruit Baskets

12 Scams of Christmas | Trustworthy Business Segment w/ Albonetti's Gift & Fruit Baskets

With 2022 quickly winding down, Better Business Bureau has compiled our naughty list of the top 12 scams of Christmas. We also have an amazing interview with the owner of Albonetti's a local family owned business who have been in the community for over 70 years. Tune in to a great episode before our Christmas Special. 

Dec 07, 202233:39
Thanksgiving Special

Thanksgiving Special

It is the week of Thanksgiving and tune in for a cheerful episode of "The Voice of Trust". Hear about our favorite traditions, holiday gift scams and much more. We're thankful for our listeners! Tune in to hear how to shop safe and shop smart.  

Nov 22, 202221:00
Scamtracker 2.0 | Are They Listening To Me? Social Media Target Ads

Scamtracker 2.0 | Are They Listening To Me? Social Media Target Ads

Scamtracker 2.0 has arrived and hear all the details about our new system and partnership with Amazon & Capital One. Ever feel like your phone is listening to you because that new car you thought about buying pops up on your Facebook timeline? Well we got the answers and it's called Targeted Advertising. Tune in to a great episode with Daniel, Todd and Emily! 

Nov 10, 202222:36
Let's Get BBB Accredited!

Let's Get BBB Accredited!

This episode is catered to BBB Accreditation. Are you a business owner and want to know all about the accreditation process or why you should become accredited with the Better Business Bureau? This is the episode for you! We sit down with our Accreditation Specialist Jana and our Director of Accreditation Kristin. Tune in to a great episode! 

Oct 26, 202223:04
Medical Debt No Longer on Credit Reports | Regions Bank Lawsuit | Trustworthy Business Segment with Brent Simmons

Medical Debt No Longer on Credit Reports | Regions Bank Lawsuit | Trustworthy Business Segment with Brent Simmons

Welp, medical debt will no longer be on your credit report. Regions Bank is ordered to pay back millions to consumers over overdraft fees. Plus a trustworthy business segment highlighting Accredited Business "Restoration Roofing"! Tune in to a great episode. 

Oct 12, 202238:26
Social Media Identity Theft | Trustworthy Business Segment w/ Lee Downing

Social Media Identity Theft | Trustworthy Business Segment w/ Lee Downing

Tired of your page being hacked or someone stealing your identity on social media? This episode highlights how to protect yourself from identity theft on social media as well as protecting your kids online. We also have a segment with Lee Downing a local accredited business owner of Aire Serv Heating & Air Conditioning. Tune in for a great show! The following episode was produced and edited by the communications/marketing team in our live studio.

Oct 04, 202242:04
BBB Special: Senior Scam School

BBB Special: Senior Scam School

Are you a Senior Citizen and scammers target you constantly? Or you know a Senior who is constantly being scammed. Gear up for a great episode and learn how you can protect yourself or ones you love from scammers. We're taking our Seniors to SCAM SCHOOL! 


Sep 06, 202224:48
Back to School Special: Scam School

Back to School Special: Scam School

Back to School Season is here and we're taking you all to SCAM SCHOOL! Tune in to an informative episode highlighting the latest local scams, how to spot a scam, scammer tricks and steps to take if you have been scammed. You do not want to miss this episode. Check it out now! 

Aug 17, 202225:00
Baby Formula Scam Interview w/ Local Victim + Trustworthy Business Segment w/ Ron Becker

Baby Formula Scam Interview w/ Local Victim + Trustworthy Business Segment w/ Ron Becker

This episode highlights how to protect yourself from baby formula scammers locally here in the mid-south. Plus hear more about the ACE Cash Express Class Action lawsuit and are you eligible to receive loan forgiveness? Find out on this special episode! We also have a segment with Ron Becker a local accredited business owner of The Great American Home Store. Tune in for a great show! The following episode was produced and edited by the communications/marketing team in our live studio.

Aug 04, 202231:58
Poor Bank Customer Service + FREE Online Trust Monitor for Accredited Businesses

Poor Bank Customer Service + FREE Online Trust Monitor for Accredited Businesses

This episode highlights poor bank customer service and how to handle it in this day and age during inflation and labor shortage. An incredible interview with Byron Allen about the Online Trust Monitor for Accredited Businesses. This is a great episode you definitely want to check out! The following episode was produced and edited by the communications/marketing team in our live podcast studio.

Jul 05, 202235:21
Baby Formula/Charity Scams & Interview with Makayla Carr

Baby Formula/Charity Scams & Interview with Makayla Carr

This episode highlights how to protect yourself from charity and baby formula scams. An incredible interview with young entrepreneur Makayla Carr on a new segment "A New Era of Trust". Tune in, you wont regret it! The following episode was produced and edited by the communications/marketing team in our live podcast studio.

Jun 08, 202240:42
Student Debt Scams + Interview with Shelby County Trustee Regina Morrison Newman

Student Debt Scams + Interview with Shelby County Trustee Regina Morrison Newman

This episode highlights how to protect yourself from student debt scams for college grads and warning high schoolers who are leaving for college this fall about possible scams they can run into. An incredible interview with Shelby County Trustee Regina Morrison Newman. Tune in, you wont regret it! The following episode was produced and edited by the communications/marketing team in our live podcast studio.

May 25, 202233:59
BBB Midsouth Calls Scammers + Trustworthy Business Segment w/ Scott Stone

BBB Midsouth Calls Scammers + Trustworthy Business Segment w/ Scott Stone

This episode highlights how to protect yourself from scammers and identify how you can catch a scammer before it's too late. Plus a special treat we contact two scammers targeting local victims and what we learned was shocking! We also have a segment with Scott Stone a local accredited business owner of Data Mart Technologies. Tune in for a great show! The following episode was produced and edited by the communications/marketing team in our live studio.

May 12, 202234:52
Interview with Shelby County Register of Deeds Shelandra Ford + Trustworthy Business Segment w/ Marvin Davis

Interview with Shelby County Register of Deeds Shelandra Ford + Trustworthy Business Segment w/ Marvin Davis

This episode highlights how to protect yourself from identity theft, an incredible interview regarding home title fraud with Shelby County Register of Deeds Shelandra Ford and her Chief Administrator Officer Adrienne Dailey Evans. We also have a segment with Marvin Davis a local accredited business owner who explains how he was able to excel in the industry his father created 52 years ago. This is an episode you do not want to miss! The following episode was produced and edited by the communications/marketing team in our live studio.

Time Marks

Common Signs of Identity Theft - 1:10

Register of Deeds Interview 1:47

Todd's Tips 13:35

Trustworthy Business 18:53


Apr 27, 202230:35
Local Puppy Scam Interview + Trustworthy Business Segment w/ Jay Myers

Local Puppy Scam Interview + Trustworthy Business Segment w/ Jay Myers

Our first episode is a warm welcome to our new BBB series podcast powered by the Better Business Bureau of the Mid-south. This episode highlights the danger of puppy scams and we have a local victim who details her story and warn others. We also have a segment with Jay Myers a local accredited business owner who explains how he was able to excel in the industry. Also, a great tip from our BBB Midsouth President Randy Hutchinson. This is an episode you do not want to miss! The following episode was produced and edited by the communications/marketing team in our live studio. 

Apr 13, 202220:10