Scam Goddess
250 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 20 hours ago - ★★★★★ - 6.4K ratings“Scam Goddess is a podcast dedicated to fraud and all those who practice it! Each week host Laci Mosley (aka Scam Goddess) keeps listeners up to date on current rackets, digs deep into the latest scams, and breaks down historic hoodwinks alongside some of your favorite comedians! It's like true crime only without all the death! True fun crime!”
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Fraud Fridays: The Black Space Hitler (Yep!) w/ Arden Myrin
April 26, 2024 04:05 - 1 hour - 63.5 MBWe come in peace this Friday, con-gregation! This week, we revisit our episode with Arden Myrin, dissecting the story of a miner who claimed to be Hitler AND plotting a spaceship revolt. Yep! This was originally released Sept. 22nd, 2020. Pre-Order Laci’s book “Scam Goddess: Lessons from a Life of Cons, Grifts and Schemes.”https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/laci-mosley/scam-goddess/9780762484652/?lens=running-press Follow on Instagram: Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspod Laci Mosley: ...
Mission Im-Ponzi Scheme w/ Kate Willett
April 23, 2024 04:05 - 1 hour - 55.8 MBWhat’s Poppin’ Con-gregation? This week comedian Kate Willett joins the show to discuss Sam Israel III, who ran a hedge fund that “accidentally” turned into a scam with Sam “accidentally” finding himself in the plot of a spy movie. Stay schemin’! This was originally recorded on Tues. April 16, 2024. Pre-Order Laci’s book “Scam Goddess: Lessons from a Life of Cons, Grifts and Schemes.” https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/laci-mosley/scam-goddess/9780762484652/?lens=running-press...
Fraud Fridays: The Inventing Heiress w/ Nicole Byer
April 19, 2024 04:05 - 48 minutes - 44.2 MBTop of the Friday to you, con-gregation! We re-visit one of our many episodes with Nicole Byer where we break down the fake Irish heiress who scammed her way into a pot of gold worth around ninety thousand dollars. Plus, the car actually appreciates when you drive it off the lot if you didn’t pay for it. Stay schemin'! This was originally released Sept. 15th, 2020. Pre-Order Laci’s book “Scam Goddess: Lessons from a Life of Cons, Grifts and Schemes.” https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titl...
The Pigeon Ponzi King w/ Tre Stewart
April 16, 2024 04:05 - 1 hour - 82.7 MBWhat's Poppin' Con-gregation? This week, Tre Stewart joins the show to discuss Arlan Galbraith, who for seven years was the reigning Pigeon King of Canada. But his kingdom fell when it was discovered his pigeons were useless. Stay Schemin’! This was originally recorded on April 02, 2024. Pre-Order Laci’s book “Scam Goddess: Lessons from a Life of Cons, Grifts and Schemes.” https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/laci-mosley/scam-goddess/9780762484652/?lens=running-press Follow on Insta...
Fraud Fridays: The CIA Swindler w/ Sasheer Zamata
April 12, 2024 04:05 - 41 minutes - 37.5 MBIt's Fraud Friday! This week, we revisit our episode with Sasheer Zamata where she and Laci expose the man who told people he was a government spy who needed money and those people were like “sure.” Stay schemin’! This was originally released Sept. 8, 2020. Pre-Order Laci’s book “Scam Goddess: Lessons from a Life of Cons, Grifts and Schemes.” https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/laci-mosley/scam-goddess/9780762484652/?lens=running-press Follow on Instagram: Scam Goddess Pod: @scamg...
The Wonka Experience & TanaCon w/ Josh Gondelman
April 09, 2024 04:05 - 1 hour - 90.5 MBWhat's Poppin' Con-gregation? This week, Josh Gondelman joins the show to discuss the cons for conferences. First, we discuss the ridiculously underwhelming Wonka experience in Glasgow, Scotland followed by the unorganized beauty conference TanaCon hosted by YouTube beauty influencer Tana Mongeau in Anaheim, CA in 2018. Stay Schemin' and let the scam find you! This was recorded on April 01, 2024. Check out Josh Gondelman at the Bell House in NYC on June 21st! For tickets: https://www.josh...
Fraud Fridays: Dr. Dupe w/ Joel Kim Booster
April 05, 2024 04:05 - 1 hour - 63.3 MBHappy Fraud Friday, Con-gregation! This week we are revisiting our episode with Joel Kim Booster to dissect a surgeon who not only was a pathological liar but also had multiple families. Trash! Always get a second opinion, and stay schemin! This was originally released on September 01, 2020. Pre-Order Laci’s book “Scam Goddess: Lessons from a Life of Cons, Grifts and Schemes.” https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/laci-mosley/scam-goddess/9780762484652/?lens=running-press Follow on...
The Solar Power Pilfer w/ Laurie Kilmartin
April 02, 2024 04:05 - 1 hour - 75 MBThis week, comedian and writer Laurie Kilmartin joins the show to discuss Jeff Carpoff, a free-wheeling drug dealer who rose to become a millionaire by dealing in solar generators that were sold everywhere from NASCAR to Hollywood. Stay Schemin’! This episode was recorded on Tues. March 26th, 2024. Pre-Order Laci’s book “Scam Goddess: Lessons from a Life of Cons, Grifts and Schemes.” https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/laci-mosley/scam-goddess/9780762484652/?lens=running-press...
Fraud Fridays: The Polygamist Peddler w/ Vicky Vox
March 29, 2024 04:05 - 1 hour - 66.4 MBWhat’s poppin’, con-gregation? This week we revisit our episode where Vicky Vox and Laci expose the conman who pocketed over $250,000 from a government biofuel program. But to be fair, he did have three wives to feed. In other polygamy news, they cover another Mormon mastermind who tried to give his parole the slip. Stay schemin’! This episode was originally released on August 11th, 2020. Pre-Order Laci’s book “Scam Goddess: Lessons from a Life of Cons, Grifts and Schemes.” https://www...
Re-Release: The DWI Dude w/ Brandon Kyle Goodman
March 26, 2024 04:05 - 1 hour - 63.6 MBWhat's poppin, con-gregation? This week we revisit our episode with Brandon Kyle Goodman! Brandon joins the show to discuss an attorney who went from defending drug possession cases to conning millions from Columbian drug lords. Plus, a lawsuit claiming Subway's sandwiches have no tuna or fish! Stay schemin! This episode was originally recorded on April 6th, 2021. Follow on Instagram: Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspod Laci Mosley: @divalaci Brandon Kyle Goodman: @brandonkylegoodman Re...
Fraud Fridays: The Flexing Fraudster w/ Trixie Mattel
March 22, 2024 04:05 - 1 hour - 59.9 MBWhat’s up, con-gregation? This week we revisit our episode when Trixie Mattel scammed her way onto the podcast to discuss a man scammin’ on the gram. We’re all for a flex but it’s harder to flex from prison. Plus, Laci and Trixie talk about the hero using government contracts to scam the government. Stay schemin’, but maybe don’t post about it! NOTE: @hushpuppi, aka Ramon Olorunwa Abbas featured in this historic hoodwink, is no longer available on Instagram. You will find many photos of ...
The Fraudulent Farmer w/ Chris Gethard
March 19, 2024 04:05 - 1 hour - 59.4 MBWhat’s poppin’ con-gregation? This week, comedian and bishop to show, Chris Gethard joins us to discuss Oscar Hartzell, a farmer who rose to riches after using the story of a 16th century knight to scam the Midwest United States. Stay Schemin’! This was recorded on Feb. 05, 2024. Check out Chris’s ebook and audiobook titled Dad at Peace at https://www.everand.com/audiobook/701237001/Dad-at-Peace Check out Chris’s non-profit, Laughing Together, an organization that help bring arts progr...
Fraud Fridays: The Fyre Fraud w/ Yassir Lester
March 15, 2024 04:05 - 1 hour - 66 MBIt’s Friday, con-gregation! This week, we revisit our episode with Yassir Lester all about the Fyre Festival. Yassir and Laci break down false promises, class action lawsuits, and of course, that infamous “take one for the team” incident surrounding the infamous Fyre Festival. Plus a bonus music industry scam. Stay schemin! This episode was originally released on July 21st, 2020. Follow on Instagram: Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspod Laci Mosley: @divalaci Yassir Lester: @yassir_le...
Ponzi She Betta! w/ Seth Morris
March 12, 2024 04:05 - 1 hour - 66.3 MBWhat’s Poppin’ Con-gregation? This week, comedian Seth Morris joins the show to discuss Adelheid Spitzeder, a womanizing actress who became known not for her talent on the stage, but for conducting history’s first recorded Ponzi scheme. Stay Schemin’! This was recorded on January 9th 2024. Follow on Instagram: Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspod Laci Mosley: @divalaci Seth Morris: @sethismorris Sources: https://www.aier.org/article/adele-spitzeder-the-queen-of-confidence-trickste...
Fraud Fridays: The Teenage Trickster w/ Meatball
March 08, 2024 05:05 - 55 minutes - 50.8 MBHappy Friday, con-gregation! This week, we revisit our episode with Meatball. Meatball and Laci break down the teenage scammer who was accused of stealing 23 million dollars but still probably couldn’t get a date to prom. Plus, the scammer employed by stealing from unemployment. Stay schemin! This episode was originally released on August 4th, 2020. Follow on Instagram: Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspod Laci Mosley: @divalaci Meatball: @spiciestmeatball Research by Sharilyn Vera....
Legion of Lies w/ Amber Wallin
March 05, 2024 05:05 - 1 hour - 88.4 MBWhat’s Popping Con-gregation? This week, Amber Wallin joins to discuss the viral 52-part TikTok series from a woman who goes by Reesa, about how she “met, dated, married and divorced a real pathological liar.” Plus, actress Danielle Pinnock scams her way on the show to discuss her campaign to play Reesa in a movie. Stay Schemin’! This was recorded on Tues. Feb. 27th, 2024. Follow on Instagram: Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspod Laci Mosley: @divalaci Amber Wallin: @burr_iam Danie...
Fraud Fridays: The Faux Footballer w/ Gianni Paolo
March 01, 2024 05:05 - 52 minutes - 48.4 MBIt’s Friday, con-gregation! This week, we revisit our episode with Gianni Paolo to expose the Brazilian man who never played football, but did play the football league system. Plus, the importance of calculus to scammers. Stay schemin’! This episode was originally released on July 14th, 2020. Follow on Instagram: Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspod Laci Mosley: @divalaci Gianni Paolo: @giannivpaolo Research by Sharilyn Vera. Sources: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carlos_Kaiser_...
Conned out of 50K?! w/ Dulcé Sloan
February 27, 2024 05:05 - 1 hour - 56.1 MBWhat’s Poppin Con-gregation? This week, The Daily Show correspondent Dulcé Sloan joins the show to discuss how journalist Charlotte Cowles recounts how she was scammed into putting $50,000 in a shoe box. Stay Schemin’! This was researched by Kaelyn Brandt. Sources: https://www.thecut.com/article/amazon-scam-call-ftc-arrest-warrants.html
Fraud Fridays: The Scammer of All Trades w/ Lamorne Morris
February 23, 2024 05:05 - 58 minutes - 54 MBHappy Friday, con-gregation! This week, we revisit our episode with Lamorne Morris on the pod to talk about the man who was so good at scheming that Spielberg made a movie about it. Plus, the girl who “does braces.” Stay schemin! This episode was originally released on July 7th, 2020. Follow on Instagram: Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspod Laci Mosley: @divalaci Lamorne Morris: @lamorne Research by Sharilyn Vera. Sources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frank_Abagnale https://www.biog...
The Shady TV Scribe w/ Dylan Park-Pettiford
February 20, 2024 05:05 - 1 hour - 77.7 MBWhat’s poppin’ Con-gregation? This week, writer and former military member Dylan Park-Pettiford joins the show to share his personal scam story. He, alongside another former-military writer, wrote on an American military comedy-drama called “68 Whiskey.” However, this former ex-Marine Captain turned out to be not entirely who she claimed to be. Stay Schemin’! This was recorded on January 30, 2024. Follow on Instagram: Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspod Laci Mosley: @divalaci Dylan Par...
Fraud Fridays: The Dame of Deception w/ Chrissie Fit
February 16, 2024 05:05 - 1 hour - 57.9 MBGood Friday, con-gregation! This week, we’re taking it back in time and revisiting an episode with Laci and special guest Chrissie Fit. They discuss a scammer from the early 1900’s who tricked her way into the history books. Plus, the DIY AirBnB that left a scammer’s victims SOL. Stay Schemin’! This episode was originally released on June 30th, 2020. Follow on Instagram: Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspod Laci Mosley: @divalaci Chrissie Fit: @chrissiefit Research by Sharilyn Vera Sour...
Scammed Down Bad For Love w/ Erin Whitehead
February 13, 2024 05:05 - 1 hour - 83.6 MBWhat’s Poppin’ Con-gregation? This week, Erin Whitehead joins the show to discuss Lezlie Manukian, a financial black widow who traveled the world scamming lover after lover into investing into bunk restaurants. She didn’t get caught until she messed with the wrong family. Stay Schemin’! This episode was recorded Tuesday, January 23, 2024. Follow on Instagram: Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspod Laci Mosley: @divalaci Erin Whitehead @girlwithatail Research by Kaelyn Brandt Sources: ...
Fraud Fridays: The Dopey Doper w/ Ify Nwadiwe
February 09, 2024 05:05 - 55 minutes - 51.2 MBIt's Friday! Privyet, con-gregation! We revisit our episode with Ify Nwadiwe to spill the Russian tea on an Olympic doping scandal that gave Russian athletes a scandalous advantage at the Sochi Games. Plus, some good old fashioned Nigerian internet scams! This was originally released on June 23, 2020. Research by Sharilyn Vera Sources: https://www.npr.org/2018/03/05/590869276/how-icarus-accidentally-exposed-a-major-ocean-s-eleven-style-doping-scheme https://www.npr.org/sections/the...
Bitconned w/ Laura Chinn
February 06, 2024 05:05 - 1 hour - 94.3 MBWhat's poppin' Con-gregation? This week, writer-director Laura Chinn joins the show to discuss how during the rise of a million crypto companies, a life-time scammer from Miami, Florida entered the race and made out with millions before his fake company was caught. Stay Schemin'! This was recorded Friday, February 2nd, 2024. Check out Laura Chinn’s film SUNCOAST in theaters now and streaming on Hulu on Feb. 9th, 2024. Follow on Instagram: Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspod Laci M...
Fraud Fridays: The Infomercial Imposter w/ Tawny Newsome
February 02, 2024 05:05 - 1 hour - 60.7 MBIt’s Friday con-gregation! This week, we revisit our episode with Tawny Newsome where we hear the sales pitch of star fraud salesman Don Lapre. Plus, more proof that love is blind (and expensive!) This recording was first published on June 9th, 2020. Research by Sharilyn Vera Sources: https://thegrio.com/2020/05/10/jenifer-lewis-victim-of-con-artist-nearly-400000-scheme/amp/ https://ktla.com/news/local-news/santa-monica-man-allegedly-conned-4-women-including-actress-jenifer-lew...
Cesar Piña and DJ Scams: Scam Goddess Live in San Francisco w/ Marie Faustin, Demi Adejuyigbe & Kiran Deol
January 30, 2024 05:05 - 1 hour - 66.3 MBWhat’s poppin’ Con-gregation? This week, Marie Faustin, Demi Adejuyigbe & Kiran Deol join Laci for Scam Goddess Live at Sketchfest 2024. In the sold-out Cobb’s Comedy Club, they regale alleged scams surrounding Cesar Piña and New York radio host DJ Envy’s real estate ventures and seminars. This was recorded Sunday, Jan 21st, 2024 Follow on Instagram: Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspod Laci Mosley: @divalaci Marie Faustin: @reeezy Demi Adejuyigbe: @electrolemon Kiran Deol: @shitfromki...
Fraud Fridays: LonelyLiar15 w/ Diona Reasonover
January 26, 2024 05:05 - 1 hour - 58.8 MBHappy Friday con-gregation! This week, we revisit our episode with Diona Reasonover. We break down the OG influencer LonelyGirl15, and can we just say, it’s an honor to be part of The Order. Stay schemin! This was recorded on February 25th, 2021 Research by Sharilyn Vera Sources: https://www.lancs.live/news/lancashire-news/dishonest-baker-who-warmed-freshly-19447322 https://www.billboard.com/articles/news/9524664/bruno-mars-impersonator-scams-texas-woman-out-of-100000 https://...
The Scams of Swagg Man w/ Roz Hernandez
January 23, 2024 05:05 - 1 hour - 58.3 MBWhat’s Poppin’ Con-gregation? This week, Comedian Roz Hernandez joins the show to discuss the many alleged schemes and scams of French-Arab rapper Swagg Man aka Rayan Sanches aka Iteb Zaibet. Stay schemin’! Check out Roz’s TV series “Living for the Dead” on Hulu and Disney Plus. Also, check out Roz’s podcast “Ghosted! by Roz Hernandez.” This was recorded on Nov. 14th 2023. Follow on Instagram: Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspod Laci Mosley: @divalaci Roz Hernandez: @rozhern...
Fraud Fridays: The Fake French Minister w/ Baron Vaughn
January 19, 2024 05:05 - 1 hour - 64.6 MBJoyeux vendredi, con-gregation! We go back to our episode with Baron Vaughn on ze podcast. We discuss ze French imposter who scammed his way into millions. Très wild, non? Hon hon hon. Stay schemin! This was recorded on December 3rd, 2020. Research by Sharilyn Vera Sources: https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-48510027 https://www.nytimes.com/2020/03/11/world/europe/france-identity-fraud-le-drian.html https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/how-scammers-used-a-silicone-mask-and-skype-to-...
The Audacity of Carl Erik Rinsch w/ Beth Stelling
January 16, 2024 05:05 - 1 hour - 74.5 MBWhat’s poppin’ congregation? This week, comedian Beth Stelling joins the show to discuss Carl Erik Rinsch who sold a sci-fi series. Netflix paid more than $50 million for a show, but it never existed. Stay Schemin’! Check out Beth Stelling’s Netflix special entitled Beth Stelling: If You Didn’t Want Me Then. https://www.netflix.com/title/81713592 It’s real and it’s really funny. Follow on Instagram: Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspod Laci Mosley: @divalaci Beth Stelling: @bet...
Fraud Fridays: The Bread Bamboozler w/ Sam Richardson
January 12, 2024 05:05 - 1 hour - 57 MBHappy Fraud Fridays Con-gregation! We revisit our episode with the Emmy Award winning comedian and actor Sam Richardson about a bogus UK baker with no oven and a fake government scam. Also, a Bruno Mars catfish story gone wrong. Stay Schemin'! This was recorded March 1st, 2021. Research by Sharilyn Vera Sources: https://www.lancs.live/news/lancashire-news/dishonest-baker-who-warmed-freshly-19447322 https://www.billboard.com/articles/news/9524664/bruno-mars-impersonator-scams-texas-wo...
I’m Gay, Not Blind: Scam Goddess Live in Chicago w/ Sydnee Washington, Skyler Higley & Ashley Ray
January 09, 2024 05:05 - 1 hour - 75.8 MBWhat’s Poppin’ Congregation? This week, Scam Goddess is Live from the Den Theatre in Chicago. Comedians Sydnee Washington, Skyler Higley and Ashley Ray help break down the man whose scam that took the windy city and the nation by storm, Jussie Smollett. Stay Schemin’! This was recorded at Nov. 11th 2023. Research by Kaelyn Brandt, Emily Jones and Laci Mosley Sources: https://nationalpost.com/news/man-arrested-after-faking-20-heart-attacks-to-avoid-paying-restaurant-bills#:~:t...
Fraud Fridays: The Fake Aretha Franklin w/ Yvonne Orji
January 05, 2024 05:05 - 46 minutes - 42.2 MBIt’s Fraud Fridays! We revisit our episode with comedian Yvonne Orji to discuss the Aretha Franklin impostor who found herself performing as the Quasi Queen of Soul. Plus, a woman is finally arrested after twenty-two attempts to sneak on flights. Stay schemin! Research by Sharilyn Vera. SOURCES: https://www.smithsonianmag.com/arts-culture/counterfeit-queen-soul-180969340/ https://www.todayifoundout.com/index.php/2020/04/the-bizarre-story-of-the-imitation-queen-of-soul/ https://www...
Re-Release: The Thieving Thespian w/ Jack O'Brien
January 02, 2024 05:05 - 1 hour - 58.5 MBWhat's poppin, con-gregation? Jack O'Brien joins the show to discuss an actor who hoodwinked millions from movie investors. Plus, MAGA supporters get conned by the Trump campaign. Stay schemin! Research by Sharilyn Vera SOURCES https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2021-04-06/hollywood-actor-zach-avery-ponzi-scheme-arrest https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4878976/ https://www.cnn.com/2021/04/07/business/zach-avery-actor-alleged-ponzi-scheme/index.html https://nymag.com/intellige...
Fraud Fridays: Lil' Ponzi Schemer w/ Rosebud Baker
December 29, 2023 05:05 - 1 hour - 57.4 MBWhat's poppin' con-gregation? This week, we revisit our episode with comedian Rosebud Baker discussing a teenage nightclub owner who used a ponzi scheme to try and keep his business afloat. Plus, Fox News promotes livestock deworming medication (Ivermectin) as a cure for covid...it's definitely not. Stay Schemin'! Research by Kaelyn Brandt Sources: https://www.vice.com/en/article/avyygg/the-connecticut-nightclub-guru-accused-of-running-a-ponzi-scheme-as-a-teenager-1111 https://www....
Re-Release: Santa Claus Con w/ Larry Owens
December 26, 2023 05:05 - 1 hour - 61.7 MBWhat's poppin' con-gregation? This week, we have Larry Owens discussing John Duval Gluck, the conman who popularized writing letters to Santa Claus in the beginning of the 20th century. Plus, investors involved in the "Evolving Apes" NFT project learned that scams are very fungible. Stay Schemin'! Research by Kaelyn Brandt SOURCES https://www.vice.com/en/article/y3dyem/investors-spent-millions-on-evolved-apes-nfts-then-they-got-scammed https://nypost.com/2015/09/20/meet-the-con-art...
Fraud Fridays: The Last Ride of Peggy Jo w/ James Mastraieni
December 22, 2023 05:05 - 1 hour - 65.9 MBHappy Fraud Friday! This week, we revisit our episode with comedian James Mastraieni where we first learn the epic tale of a Dallas bank robber who fooled authorities throughout the 90s dressed as a cowboy. Plus, a mother of three sues a woman who used her children as props in a crowdfunding scheme generating hundreds of thousands of dollars. Research by Kaelyn Brandt Sources: https://www.texasmonthly.com/articles/the-last-ride-of-cowboy-bob/ https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/50...
Seduce and Scheme w/ KaMillion & Jonica Booth
December 19, 2023 05:05 - 54 minutes - 49.8 MBWhat’s Poppin’ Con-gregation? This week, KaMillion and Jonica Booth, stars from the hit HBO show Rap Sh!t join the show. They discuss rapper Teejayx6, one of the many rappers out of Detroit who have created a sub-genre of hip-hop: scam rap. Stay Schemin’! Recorded on Monday, December 11th, 2023. Research by Kaelyn Brandt Sources: https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/nielaorr/drake-city-girls-summer-scammers-period https://pitchfork.com/news/city-girls-jt-released-from-prison-dro...
Fraud Fridays: The Windling Water Park w/ Jenny Yang
December 15, 2023 05:05 - 1 hour - 56.2 MBHappy Fraud Fridays! This week, we revisit our episode with Jenny Yang who joins us to discuss Action Park, an amusement and water park that was extremely dangerous and the home to a series of money laundering schemes, shady money and scams. Plus, a man is accused of stealing expensive caviar meant for research for lunch among co-workers. Stay Schemin'! Researched by Kaelyn Brandt SOURCES: Class Action Park, a documentary by Seth Porges and Chris Charles Scott III https://www.latimes....
The Furniture Forger w/ Danielle Pinnock & Jack Wallace
December 12, 2023 05:05 - 1 hour - 64.5 MBWhat’s Poppin’ Con-gregation? This week, Danielle Pinnock & Jack Wallace join the show to discuss how Bill Pallot, one of the most famous men in the French furniture world, admitted to police that he had forged at least four chairs built for France’s royal household. Stay Schemin’! Recorded on November 06, 2023 Research by Kaelyn Brandt Sources: https://www.gqmagazine.fr/pop-culture/gq-enquete/articles/bill-pallot-gentleman-arnaqueur/52117 https://www.vanityfair.com/style/201...
Fraud Fridays: Oops!, I Scammed You Again: Britney Spears' Conservatorship
December 08, 2023 05:05 - 1 hour - 90 MBIt's Fraud Friday! This week, we revisit our Britney Spears Episode! Comedians Tess Barker and Babs Gray, hosts of the Toxic: The Britney Spears Story podcast, join us to discuss the scam that is the Britney Spears' conservatorship. Plus, a Danish museum is duped by a concept artist, who literally took the money and ran! This was recorded on Oct. 1st 2021. Research By Kaelyn Brandt SOURCES: https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2021/07/10589818/britney-spears-money-conservators-jamie-spears-r...
Santos, Bankman-Fried, King and More! UPDATES w/ Jennifer Welch & Angie Sullivan
December 05, 2023 05:05 - 1 hour - 58.7 MBWhat’s Poppin Con-gregation? This week, Jennifer Welch & Angie Sullivan, hosts of the I’ve Had It Podcast, join us for an update on some of our favorite scammers: Rep. George Santos, Sam Bankman-Fried, Shaun King and Bishop Lamor Whitehead. They have been busy and you don’t want to miss where they are now! Stay Schemin’! NOTE: On Friday, Dec. 1st, 2023, The House of Representatives voted to expel Congressman George Santos over ethics violations. This episode was recorded Nov. 29th, ...
Fraud Fridays: LulaRobbed!: The Lawless Legging Company w/ Georgia Hardstark
December 01, 2023 05:05 - 1 hour - 59.7 MBHappy Fraud Friday! This week, we revisit one of our favorite episodes with My Favorite Murder Co-Host Georgia Hardstark. We discuss LuLaRoe, the women’s clothing company embroiled in over 50 lawsuits, unsold leggings and many of their consultants left in crippling debt. Plus, two Chicago women fall victim to a scam leaving one jobless and the other heartbroken. Recorded on October 12th, 2021. Research by Kaelyn Brandt SOURCES: LulaRich, a documentary directed by Jenner Furst an...
It’s a Scammer, Innit? w/ Diallo Riddle
November 28, 2023 05:05 - 59 minutes - 54.4 MBWhat’s poppin’ con-gregation? This week, Diallo Riddle is back to discuss Jon Oliver aka Jody Francis Oliver. Throughout Jody’s life, he was a police officer, cruise ship captain, friend of two British prime ministers, and a Swedish-speaking car expert. It was revealed his life was based on a lie. Stay Schemin’ ! Check out Diallo’s new podcast with Blake "Luxxury" Robin called ONE SONG. It's available for SiriusXM subscribers on Kevin Hart’s Laugh Out Loud Radio or download it anywhere you ...
Fraud Fridays: The Captain of Collision w/ Nava Kavelin & Sophie Ansari
November 24, 2023 05:05 - 1 hour - 58.9 MBHappy Fraud Fridays! This week, we revisit our show with Nava Kavelin and Sophie Ansari. They discuss William Mize, who created a family business of staging car accidents. Plus, a California Tiktoker is alleged to have broken the state’s cottage law for selling homemade pickled goods. Stay Schemin! Recorded on January 05, 2023. Research by Kaelyn Brandt Sources: https://nymag.com/intelligencer/article/staged-car-crashes-insurance-fraud.html https://www.nbcnews.com/pop-culture/pop-cultur...
Re-Release: Salt Bae or Scam Bae? w/ Prentice Penny
November 21, 2023 05:05 - 1 hour - 58.1 MBWhat's poppin' con-gregation? For this holiday, we are revisiting our episode with showrunner for HBO’s Insecure, Prentice Penny. We discuss the viral meat connoisseur “Salt Bae,” and the accusations of scamming surrounding his restaurants. Plus, the FBI catches an artist allegedly selling fake works from his friend and mentor Raymond Pettibon. Stay Schemin'! This was recorded October 19th, 2021. Research by Kaelyn Brandt Sources: https://www.miamiherald.com/miami-com/miami-com-news/artic...
Fraud Fridays: The Bad Vegan w/ Solomon Georgio
November 17, 2023 05:05 - 1 hour - 73.5 MBIt's Fraud Friday! This week, we revisit our episode with Solomon Georgio. We discuss Sarma Melngailis, a business woman who went from the “Queen of Vegan Cuisine" to the “Vegan Bernie Madoff”. Plus, pet scams have become such a problem in Michigan that the Michigan Attorney General released a video warning residents. Stay Schemin'! This was recorded on March 3rd, 2022. Research by Kaelyn Brandt. Sources: https://people.com/food/bad-vegan-fame-fraud-fugitives-true-story/ https:...
Scam Me Now!: Scam Goddess Live w/ Alex English, Punkie Johnson, Marie Faustin and Sydnee Washington
November 14, 2023 05:05 - 44 minutes - 40.3 MBWhat’s poppin’ Con-gregation? Live from the Bell House theatre in Brooklyn New York, Laci welcomes comedians Alex English, Punkie Johnson, Marie Faustin and Sydnee Washington to regale the story behind the most famous psychic from the 90s, Ms. Cleo and the Psychic Readers Network. Stay Schemin! Recorded October 8th 2023. Follow on Instagram: Alex English @alex3nglish Punkie Johnson @punkiejohnson Marie Faustin @reeezy Sydnee Washington @justsydbw Laci Mosley @divalaci Scam Go...
Fraud Fridays: Bishop Gucci Con Man w/ Sam Sanders
November 10, 2023 05:05 - 1 hour - 63.9 MBIt's Fraud Fridays! We return to our episode with special guest Sam Sanders, regaling all about Bishop Lamor Whitehead who garnered initial sympathy for being robbed during a livestream of his sermon. But later, his integrity was questioned after past crimes have surfaced. Stay Schemin’! Recorded on August 09, 2022. Research by Kaelyn Brandt. Sources: https://www.thecity.nyc/brooklyn/2022/7/29/23284458/brooklyn-pastor-lamor-whitehead-pleads-for-sympathy https://www.nytimes.com/2022/08/04...
The Pot Princess of Beverly Hills w/ Jason Mantzoukas
November 07, 2023 05:05 - 1 hour - 71.8 MBWhat’s poppin’ Con-gregration? This week, comedian Jason Mantzoukas joins the show to discuss Lisette Lee, an heiress, actress, pop singer, and drug-trafficking gangster of Beverly Hills. However, the pot princess of Los Angeles turns out to have been more of a Cinderella. Stay Schemin’! On Nov. 16th, 2023, Scam Goddess Live will be at The Den Theatre in Chicago! Tickets are available at thedentheatre.com or by calling (773) 697-3830. Check out Jason Mantzoukas on the How Did This G...