Michelle Singletary, a personal finance columnist for The Washington Post, teams up with Judith Boivin, a scam victim who lost her life savings. They delve into the painful details of a sophisticated government impersonation scam that exploited trust and manipulated emotions. Judith shares her shocking experience of believing she was involved in a federal investigation and the heartbreak that followed her financial betrayal. The discussion highlights the importance of awareness, emotional impact on decisions, and the need for victims to share their stories to prevent future scams.

Judith Boivin shares her harrowing experience as a victim of a sophisticated financial scam that cost her life savings, believing she was aiding the FBI. Alongside Michelle Singletary, a Washington Post personal finance columnist who investigated the case, they discuss the emotional toll and societal stigma associated with being scammed. They delve into the manipulative tactics used by scammers, the psychological impact on victims, and offer practical tips to help others protect themselves from scams that are becoming alarmingly common.

Judith Boivin, a retired registered nurse and psychotherapist, shares her harrowing experience of losing her life savings to a sophisticated scam disguised as a government investigation. Joined by Michelle Singletary, a personal finance columnist known for her insights on financial fraud, they delve into the emotional toll of scams. Judith’s story illustrates the psychological manipulation that perpetrators employ and the vulnerability of well-meaning individuals. They discuss the urgent need for awareness and preventative measures to protect those at risk.