Today Clark addresses meme stocks and crypto schemes appearing on social media. An old scam in a new era is ripping people off big time, with the lure of finding a shortcut to wealth. Also -  Booking travel at a time of instability in the industry means you could get ripped off. Clark tells you how it goes down, and has expert advice to help protect your money when booking.

• The Pump & Dump Con: Segment 1
• Ask Clark: Segment 2
• Safe Travel Booking: Segment 3
• Ask Clark: Segment 4
  

Mentioned on the show: 

• ‘I almost fell off my chair’: Investors lose billions on meme stocks as ‘pump and dump’ scams multiply
• Car Insurance Archives - Clark Howard
• What Is Umbrella Insurance and Do You Need It?
• Would you book a ticket on a dying airline?
• How To Plan a Trip: Clark's Best Travel Tips To Save Money
• Google Flights Launches New Tool for Finding Cheap Airfare
• 3 Reasons You Should Never Book a Nonrefundable Hotel Room
• 4 Fastest Ways To Improve Your Credit
• Why 'Buy Now, Pay Later' Worries Clark Howard

Clark.com resources:

• Episode transcripts
• Community.Clark.com  /  Ask Clark
• Clark.com daily money newsletter
• Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275

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