Consumer Connection
Consumer Connection is a podcast brought to you by the Montgomery County Office of Consumer Protection (OCP) that brings you up-to-date news and information on a variety of consumer topics. It is your trusted source for connecting with experts on avoiding scams, making informed purchasing decisions, and understanding your consumer rights.
Join our host, OCP Investigator, Michelle Escobar, as she guides listeners to better understand the consumer landscape here in Montgomery County, Maryland, and beyond, while offering valuable advice and practical tips.
Have questions or ideas for future episodes? Email us at consumerconnection@montgomerycountymd.gov
Consumer Connection
Latest Episodes
Community Voices & County Partners: Spotlight on Elder Abuse Awareness (Part 2)
In Part Two of this special series focused on elder abuse awareness, we’re joined by Mario Wawrzusin from the Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) for a conversation about recognizing abuse and knowing when to take a...
Community Voices & County Partners: Spotlight on Elder Abuse Awareness (Part 1)
In Part One of our special two‑part series focused on elder abuse awareness, we sit down with three remarkable volunteers from the Montgomery County Police Department's Keeping Seniors Safe program: Judith Boivin, Dolores Miller, and Jane Dean....
Avoiding Home Improvement Pitfalls: Tips from an OCP Investigator
In this episode of Consumer Connection, host Michelle Escobar sits down with OCP Investigator and licensed home inspector Matthew Kaufman to discuss how homeowners can avoid common home improvement pitfalls and make informed decisions ...
Sustainable Living for the Savvy Consumer
In honor of Earth Month, we’re joined by Larissa Johnson, Residential Energy Program Manager at Montgomery County’s Department of Environmental Protection. She shares how simple, sustainable choices—like reducing home energy use, preparing for ...
National Consumer Protection Week: Informed Consumers, Stronger Community
National Consumer Protection Week (NCPW) is a reminder that being an informed consumer is your best defense. In this special episode, Michelle takes the guest chair to share simple, practical habits that help protect your wallet and...