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Earwolf & Laci Mosley
Scam Goddess is an award-winning comedy podcast dedicated to fraud and all those who practice it. Every episode, the Scam Goddess herself Laci Mosley (iCarly, Better Call Saul) covers the hottest scams on the streets today while also giving in-depth breakdowns of the wildest robberies, rackets, and capers throughout history. It's like true crime, but without all the death—aka True Con! Plus, Laci's always joined by hilarious guests like Conan O'Brien, Miranda Cosgrove, Jameela Jamil, JB Smoove, Nicole Byer, or Matt Rogers. Join the Scam Goddess "Con-gregation" to experience the funny side of fraud. And as Laci always says, stay schemin'! New episodes every Tuesday. Classic episodes re-released every Friday. The Scam Goddess TV show based on the podcast is coming soon to ABC!
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The Swiftie Swindler (w/ Jamie Loftus)

The Swiftie Swindler (w/ Jamie Loftus)

Jamie Loftus (Sixteenth Minute of Fame) helps tell Laci's Version of the Taylor Swift New Orleans Holiday House fan meetup that went from daydream to nightmare when superfan Rebecca Fox couldn't deliver on her many promises for the event. Plus, a listener warns us of a poppin' new scam on the streets where unsolicited checks are being sent to people to trick them into signing up for predatory loans. Stay schemin' Con-gregation! Buy 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-pressFollow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciJamie Loftus: @jamiechristsuperstar Research by Kate Doyle. SOURCES:https://people.com/woman-books-191-hotel-rooms-taylor-swift-new-orleans-eras-tour-exclusive-8731935https://www.whiskeyriff.com/2024/11/01/taylor-swift-holiday-house-new-orleans/https://www.fox8live.com/2024/11/01/metairie-woman-who-booked-191-hotel-rooms-retains-lawyer-swifties-suggest-they-were-scammed/https://betches.com/new-orleans-holiday-house-drama-rebecca-fox/https://kpel965.com/new-orleans-taylor-swift-holiday-house-hotel-block-complaints-allegations/  Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.
01:09:0319/11/2024
Fraud Friday: The Scheming Superintendent (w/ Tracy Clayton)

Fraud Friday: The Scheming Superintendent (w/ Tracy Clayton)

Tracy Clayton joins the Con-gregation to talk about Frank Tassone—the superintendent with a 4.0 average in fraud! Frank stole $11.2 million from a Long Island school district and was later portrayed by Hugh Jackman in the HBO movie Bad Education. Plus, we cover a good old-fashioned pyramid scheme from Tracy and Laci’s favorite white woman: Tyra Banks! Stay schemin'! (Originally Released 06/01/2020)Laci’s book is out now! Order “Scam Goddess: Lessons from a Life of Cons, Grifts and Schemes" here:https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/laci-mosley/scam-goddess/9780762484652/?lens=running-pressFollow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciTracy Clayton: @brokeymcpoverty Research by Sharilyn VeraSOURCES:https://www.rollingstone.com/culture/culture-features/bad-education-hbo-true-story-scandal-fact-check-992263/https://www.townandcountrymag.com/leisure/arts-and-culture/a32291684/bad-education-hbo-true-story-frank-tassone-pamela-gluckin/https://www.esquire.com/entertainment/movies/a32268352/bad-education-hbo-true-story-frank-tassone-now/https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2019/09/hugh-jackman-movie-bad-education-scandalhttps://www.thecut.com/2016/06/tyra-banks-beautytainer.html Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.
01:13:0115/11/2024
The Wolf of Wall Street (w/ Conan O'Brien) [Re-Release]

The Wolf of Wall Street (w/ Conan O'Brien) [Re-Release]

Conan O'Brien, the man with "con" in his name, helps Laci discuss stock market manipulator Jordan Belfort who was famously portrayed by Leonardo DiCaprio in the Wolf of Wall Street. Along the way, Laci tries to teach Conan how to sound less like a cop (hint: it doesn’t work). Stay schemin' con-gregation! (Originally Released 10/26/2020) Buy 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: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciConan O'Brien: @teamcoco Research by Sharilyn Vera. SOURCES:https://www.businessinsider.com/revisiting-jordan-belfort-the-wolf-of-wall-street-2010-3#who-is-jordan-belfort-1https://www.investopedia.com/investing/who-is-jordan-belfort/https://wealthlab.co/pump-and-dump-explainedhttps://www.investopedia.com/ask/answers/05/061205.asphttps://www.crimemuseum.org/crime-library/white-collar-crime/jordan-belfort/https://www.historyvshollywood.com/reelfaces/the-wolf-of-wall-street.php  Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.
01:04:0512/11/2024
Fraud Friday: The Coupon Trap House (w/ Nicole Parker)

Fraud Friday: The Coupon Trap House (w/ Nicole Parker)

Comedian Nicole Parker (Mad TV, The Neighborhood Listen) is here to discuss the inspiration behind the Kristen Bell movie Queenpins: a group of housewives who ran a multi-million dollar fraudulent coupon operation. Plus, somebody’s scamming Nickelback fans. Stay schemin' con-gregation! (Originally Released 08/30/2021) Laci’s book is out now! Order “Scam Goddess: Lessons from a Life of Cons, Grifts and Schemes" here:https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/laci-mosley/scam-goddess/9780762484652/?lens=running-press Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciNicole Parker: @nfparkergirl Research by Kaelyn Brandt SOURCES:https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-9789433/Arizona-women-busted-25-MILLION-counterfeit-coupons-inspired-new-movie-Kristen-Bell.htmlhttps://www.businessinsider.com/massive-counterfeit-coupon-ring-busted-in-arizona-2012-7https://couponsinthenews.com/2013/03/12/counterfeit-coupon-ringleader-pleads-guilty/https://jillcataldo.com/woman_bought_600_counterfeit_coupons/CBS TV’s “Pink Collar Crimes”, 2018, Season 1 Episode 7, “The Queen of Coupons”https://nypost.com/2021/05/07/nickelback-fans-are-now-getting-catfished/ Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.
01:09:4208/11/2024
The Dishonorable Justice Clarence Thomas (w/ Chelsea Devantez)

The Dishonorable Justice Clarence Thomas (w/ Chelsea Devantez)

Comedian/writer Chelsea Devantez (Girls5Eva) returns to help break down the alleged fraud committed by Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas—from accepting a slew of undisclosed gifts & vacations from major conservative donors, to tax fraud related to an RV loan, to his wife Ginni's various unethical political involvements. Plus, Chelsea tells us how she recently got scammed by... Katherine Heigl?? Stay schemin' Con-gregation! Buy 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 Buy Chelsea's book "I Shouldn't Be Telling You This (But I'm Going To Anyway)":https://www.harpercollins.com/pages/chelseadevantez Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciChelsea Devantez: @chelseadevantez Research by Kaelyn Brandt. SOURCES:https://www.washingtonpost.com/investigations/2023/11/09/clarence-thomas-ginni-harlan-crow-gifts/https://www.washingtonpost.com/investigations/2023/04/16/clarence-thomas-ginger-financial-disclosure/https://www.washingtonpost.com/style/2024/02/19/john-oliver-clarence-thomas-supreme-court-offer/https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/05/us/clarence-thomas-rv-anthony-welters.htmlhttps://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2023/oct/25/clarence-thomas-anthony-welters-luxury-rv-loan-forgivenhttps://www.newsweek.com/exclusive-republican-hits-clarence-thomas-lawsuit-over-his-taxes-1866488https://www.vanityfair.com/news/2023/07/harlan-crow-yacht-taxeshttps://newrepublic.com/post/182635/clarence-thomas-son-mark-martin-jail-relationshiphttps://www.forbes.com/sites/alisondurkee/2024/09/04/clarence-thomas-here-are-all-the-ethics-scandals-involving-the-supreme-court-justice-amid-new-ginni-thomas-report/https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1029312245144653 Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.
58:1905/11/2024
Fraud Friday: The Tinder Swindler (w/ Miles Gray)

Fraud Friday: The Tinder Swindler (w/ Miles Gray)

Miles Gray (The Daily Zeitgeist) joins the Con-gregation to break down the greatest schemer in modern love, conman Simon Leviev who used Tinder to connect with women and manipulate them into supporting his lavish lifestyle. We swipe right! (Originally Released 06/15/2020) Laci’s book is out now! Order “Scam Goddess: Lessons from a Life of Cons, Grifts and Schemes" here:https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/laci-mosley/scam-goddess/9780762484652/?lens=running-press Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciMiles Gray: @milesofgray Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.
01:03:5701/11/2024
The Top 10 Scammers of All Time - PART 2 (w/ Oscar Montoya)

The Top 10 Scammers of All Time - PART 2 (w/ Oscar Montoya)

In the first part of our 5-year Scamaversary countdown we covered Shaun King, Anna Delvey, George Santos, Colton Harris Moore, & Caroline Calloway. In this thrilling conclusion, all-star guest Oscar Montoya helps us rank #5 through #1 on our list. Perhaps you'll see names like Elizabeth Holmes, Billy McFarland, Bernie Madoff, and Hilaria Baldwin... but you'll have to tune in to see who schemed their way to #1! Buy 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: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciOscar Montoya: @ozzymo Research by Kaelyn Brandt. SOURCES:https://www.billboard.com/pro/fyre-fest-billy-mcfarland-lawsuit-prisoner-investor-jonathan-taylor/https://www.nbcnews.com/tech/internet/fyre-festival-fraudster-launching-latest-thing-looks-party-island-rcna62564https://www.vice.com/en/article/that-photo-of-the-fyre-festival-sandwich-is-fake/  https://www.vice.com/en/article/fyre-festivals-25-year-old-organizer-this-is-the-worst-day-of-my-life-2/https://people.com/where-is-elizabeth-holmes-now-8641352https://people.com/jen-shah-elizabeth-holmes-friends-prison-rep-says-7968359https://abcnews.go.com/US/elizabeth-holmes-trial-jury-unable-unanimous-verdict-counts/story?id=82055043 https://www.cnn.com/2024/05/07/tech/elizabeth-holmes-prison-release-date/index.html https://lamag.com/crimeinla/wine-forger-sour-grapes-rudy-kurniawan-strikes-backhttps://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2023/11/convicted-wine-fraudster-rudy-kurniawan-parties-2023/https://www.nytimes.com/2021/04/14/business/bernie-madoff-dead.htmlhttps://www.britannica.com/biography/Bernie-Madoffhttps://nypost.com/2009/08/09/life-slimes-of-bernie-the-born-hustler/  Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.
02:15:0129/10/2024
Fraud Friday: The Varsity Blues College Admissions Scandal (w/ Jojo T. Gibbs)

Fraud Friday: The Varsity Blues College Admissions Scandal (w/ Jojo T. Gibbs)

Jojo T. Gibbs (Past Lives, BET's Twenties) sits down with Laci to unpack the Varsity Blues college admissions scandal that involved actors Felicity Huffman and Lori Loughlin. These parents spent THAT much money on their dumb kids? Damn, Felicity Huffman really puts the "Desperate" in Desperate Housewives. Stay schemin’ Con-gregation! (Originally Released 05/11/2020) Laci’s book is out now! Order “Scam Goddess: Lessons from a Life of Cons, Grifts and Schemes" here:https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/laci-mosley/scam-goddess/9780762484652/?lens=running-press Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciJojo Gibbs: @jojotgibbs Research by Sharilyn Vera SOURCES:https://www.nba.com/warriors/news/fraud-alert-playoffs-20190814https://www.cnn.com/2019/03/13/us/cooperating-witnesses-college-admissions-scheme/index.htmlhttps://www.wsj.com/articles/the-tip-the-yale-coach-and-the-wire-how-the-college-admissions-scam-unraveled-11552524237https://www.cnn.com/2019/09/13/us/felicity-huffman-sentencing/index.htmlhttps://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2019-07-23/ex-pimco-chief-hints-at-college-scam-defense-gifts-not-bribeshttps://www.vox.com/2019/3/12/18262003/bill-mcglashan-college-admissions-scandal-tpg-stanford-usc-yale https://deadspin.com/brilliant-but-also-dumb-warriors-fan-says-he-had-a-tric-1836604329 Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.
58:1925/10/2024
The Top 10 Scammers of All Time - PART 1 (w/ Ashley Ray)

The Top 10 Scammers of All Time - PART 1 (w/ Ashley Ray)

Happy 5-year Scamaversary Con-gregation! To celebrate this momentous occasion, all-star guest and resident Shaun King expert Ashley Ray returns to help us count down #10 through #6 on our list of the podcast's Top 10 Scammers of All Time. We'll be providing juicy updates to every scammer's story since we first covered them on the podcast while also recapping what makes them worthy of the Scam Goddess Hall of Fame. Who will scheme, con, and cheat their way to the #1 spot?? Tune in to find out! Buy 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: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciAshley Ray: @theashleyray Research by Kaelyn Brandt. SOURCES:https://www.michigandaily.com/arts/b-side/a-comprehensive-history-of-caroline-calloway/https://www.newyorker.com/books/under-review/the-scammer-and-the-scammedhttps://www.booksquadgoals.com/blog/is-caroline-calloway-a-scammerhttps://www.vice.com/en/article/caroline-calloway-snake-oil-scam-leaving-new-york/https://twitter.com/bitch_rights/status/1138277895380525061?lang=enhttps://www.reddit.com/r/SmolBeanSnark/comments/14ufe5r/the_true_story_of_the_creativity_workshops/https://www.wmagazine.com/story/caroline-calloway-creativity-workshophttps://www.pajiba.com/celebrities_are_better_than_you/the-fathomless-mediocrity-of-caroline-calloway.phphttps://www.curbed.com/2022/03/caroline-calloway-moves-out-of-her-apartment.htmlhttps://www.nylon.com/entertainment/caroline-calloway-advice-book-profilehttps://hhsclarionnews.com/feature-stories/2024/05/22/how-a-16-year-old-evaded-the-fbi-for-2-years/https://www.nytimes.com/2011/12/17/us/colton-harris-moore-the-barefoot-bandit-is-sentenced-for-stealing-from-neighbors.htmlhttps://www.historylink.org/File/22562https://apnews.com/article/george-santos-plea-court-new-york-90741d068fd94090419fc0fd79be30cchttps://apnews.com/article/george-santos-credit-card-fraud-f723e69a777b02a2e6b87595f45c21cehttps://nymag.com/intelligencer/article/guide-george-santos-lies.htmlhttps://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/former-rep-george-santos-pleads-guilty-fraud-charges-rcna129255https://www.reuters.com/world/us/embattled-us-rep-santos-was-drag-queen-brazil-pageants-say-associates-2023-01-19/https://www.nbcnews.com/nbc-out/out-politics-and-policy/george-santos-says-will-revive-drag-queen-persona-cameo-rcna149867https://people.com/anna-delvey-walks-runway-new-york-fashion-week-exclusive-details-8711427https://www.elle.com/culture/a62138721/anna-delvey-interview-nyfw-crime-of-fashion/https://www.nytimes.com/2023/09/12/style/anna-delvey-nyfw-fashion-show.htmlhttps://www.townandcountrymag.com/leisure/arts-and-culture/a38962970/where-is-anna-delvey-today/https://pagesix.com/2023/01/27/anna-delveys-birthday-afterparty-required-signed-ndas-ssns/https://www.threads.net/@feministajones/post/C4alEprut3W?hl=enhttps://www.middleeasteye.net/news/why-everyone-talking-about-shaun-kinghttps://www.startribune.com/cair-mn-removes-shaun-king-as-event-keynote-speaker-following-backlash/600353186https://www.newarab.com/news/did-shaun-king-convert-islam#https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/activist-shaun-king-says-meta-banned-instagram-palestinian-stance-rcna131244 Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.
01:53:0422/10/2024
Fraud Friday: The Swindling Scribe of Grey’s Anatomy (w/ Priscilla Davies)

Fraud Friday: The Swindling Scribe of Grey’s Anatomy (w/ Priscilla Davies)

Before the new Peacock docuseries "Anatomy of Lies", Priscilla Davies (Euphoria) joined the Con-gregation to discuss Elisabeth Finch, the former TV writer who lied about her health status and used other people’s trauma to write stories for Grey’s Anatomy. Plus, a retired Atlanta Police Sergeant says that a con man used his business to defraud a DeKalb County church out of tens of thousands of dollars. Stay Schemin’! (Originally Released 07/04/2022) Laci’s book is out now! Order “Scam Goddess: Lessons from a Life of Cons, Grifts and Schemes" here:https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/laci-mosley/scam-goddess/9780762484652/?lens=running-press Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciPriscilla Davies: @pristhegoddess Research by Kaelyn Brandt SOURCES:https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2022/05/greys-anatomy-elisabeth-finch-truth-lieshttps://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2022/05/greys-anatomy-elisabeth-finch-jennifer-beyerhttps://www.wsbtv.com/news/local/dekalb-county/retired-officer-fighting-clear-his-name-after-fraudster-took-out-loans-under-his-companys-name/5VRBZRQRU5CFRCKJMOBWPEHMVE/ Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.
01:10:4218/10/2024
The Bridgerton Ball Fiasco (w/ Hillary Anne Matthews & Ali Ghandour)

The Bridgerton Ball Fiasco (w/ Hillary Anne Matthews & Ali Ghandour)

Dearest Gentle Listener, today Lady Hillary Anne Matthews (Modern Family) & Lord Ali Ghandour (Superstore) join the Con-gregation to help Laci cover last month's "Bridgerton Ball" experience in Detroit—the royal mess of an event that went from Cinderella to Salmonella. They dish on the one pole dancer hired as entertainment, the awful decor, the lack of chairs, the name "Uncle N Me", and so much more. Plus, Hillary inspires Laci to bring back the sexual tension of finger-to-finger hand dancing at her next 4th of JuLaci party. Stay schemin'! Buy 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: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciHillary Anne Matthews: @hillaryannematthewsAli Ghandour: @ali_ghandour Research by Kaelyn Brandt. SOURCES:https://www.nytimes.com/2024/09/25/us/bridgerton-ball-experience-detroit-scam-new.htmlhttps://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/2024/09/25/bridgerton-ball-detroit-disappointment/75377417007/https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/bridgerton-ball-experience-detroit-scam-1236011207/https://www.teenvogue.com/story/bridgerton-ball-scam-experience-detroithttps://x.com/rayleearts/status/1838588221006967112https://www.buzzfeed.com/alanavalko/bridgerton-ball-scam-detroithttps://www.wxyz.com/news/voices/bridgerton-fans-calling-for-refunds-after-disappointing-event-in-detroit#google_vignettehttps://www.the-sun.com/news/12552336/bridgerton-ball-detroit-stripper-scam-refunds/https://www.avclub.com/detroit-bridgeton-ball-controversyhttps://www.bridgedetroit.com/disorganized-detroit-bridgerton-ball-slammed-as-scam-by-attendees/ Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.
01:17:0515/10/2024
Fraud Friday: The MIT Blackjack Team (w/ Chinedu Unaka)

Fraud Friday: The MIT Blackjack Team (w/ Chinedu Unaka)

Chinedu Unaka (Abbott Elementary, Insecure) joins the Con-gregation to discuss how a group of MIT and Harvard students in the 80s perfected card counting and took to casinos, making over $57 million dollars. Plus, a former British Airways pilot is sentenced to a year in jail after he falsified his flying experience. Stay Schemin’! (Originally Released 04/18/2022) Laci’s book is out now! Order “Scam Goddess: Lessons from a Life of Cons, Grifts and Schemes" here:https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/laci-mosley/scam-goddess/9780762484652/?lens=running-press Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciChinedu Unaka: @chineduunaka Research by Kaelyn Brandt SOURCES:https://web.archive.org/web/20050113100211/https://www.cigaraficionado.com/Cigar/CA_Archives/CA_Show_Article/0,2322,324,00.htmlhttps://www.bbc.com/news/magazine-27519748https://www.theverge.com/2012/8/10/3223068/mit-mike-aponte-blackjack-card-counting-defconhttps://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2022/03/31/pilot-jailed-lying-flying-experience-get-british-airways-job/https://www.businessinsider.com/british-airways-pilot-jailed-faked-resume-flying-experience-pressed-button-2022-4https://www.nationalgeographic.com/culture/article/race-ethnicity Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.
01:19:0511/10/2024
The Tennis Match Fixer (w/ Sona Movsesian)

The Tennis Match Fixer (w/ Sona Movsesian)

The world's worst assistant Sona Movsesian (Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend) joins the Con-gregation to cover Grigor Sargsyan—the man who paid top pro tennis players to lose on purpose while running the biggest tennis match fixing ring in history. Plus, Sona tells us how she scammed her way into co-hosting Conan's podcast. Stay schemin'! This story was primarily investigated by The Washington Post's Kevin Sieff in his article "Game, Set, Fix":https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/interactive/2023/tennis-match-fixing-itf-grigor-sargsyan Buy Sona's book "The World's Worst Assistant":https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/675609/the-worlds-worst-assistant-by-sona-movsesian/ Buy 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: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciSona Movsesian: @sonamov Research by Kaelyn Brandt. SOURCES:https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/interactive/2023/tennis-match-fixing-itf-grigor-sargsyanhttps://www.washingtonpost.com/world/interactive/2023/tennis-match-fixing-gambling-investigation-belgium/https://www.espn.com/tennis/story/_/id/38913580/five-tennis-players-suspended-link-match-fixing-syndicate Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.
01:12:5608/10/2024
Fraud Friday: The Bling Ring (w/ Dewayne Perkins)

Fraud Friday: The Bling Ring (w/ Dewayne Perkins)

What’s poppin’ con-gregation? This week, Dewayne Perkins joins us to discuss the Bling Ring, a group of teenagers who stole nearly $3 million from celebrities like Paris Hilton, Lindsay Lohan and many more in 2008. Plus, a Thai YouTube star known as Nutty, is accused of conning thousands of her fans out of $55 million dollars in a foreign exchange trading scam. Stay schemin’! (Originally Released 10/03/2022) Laci’s book is out now! Order “Scam Goddess: Lessons from a Life of Cons, Grifts and Schemes" here:https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/laci-mosley/scam-goddess/9780762484652/?lens=running-press Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciDewayne Perkins: @dewayneperkins Research by Kaelyn Brandt Sources:https://nypost.com/2022/08/31/youtuber-nutty-natthamon-khongchak-wanted-for-defrauding-followers/https://archive.vanityfair.com/article/share/e9cc0cc3-dbf1-4fab-8367-5fc7c05608e6https://allthatsinteresting.com/alexis-neiershttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt2132285/https://www.imdb.com/title/tt15039492/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0 Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.
01:12:4404/10/2024
The AirBnB TikTok Tall Tale (w/ Sherry Cola)

The AirBnB TikTok Tall Tale (w/ Sherry Cola)

Comedian/actor Sherry Cola (Netflix's Nobody Wants This) joins the Con-gregation to break down the story of serial fraudster and fake identity specialist Carrie Jade Williams aka Samantha Jade Cookes aka Claudia Bronwyn aka Lucy Hart aka Lucy Fitzwilliam. Con-gregation, please pray for Laci's safety while Carrie is on the loose in Ireland. Oh yeah, and stay schemin'! Laci’s book is out now! Order “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: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciSherry Cola: @shrrycola Research by Kaelyn Brandt. SOURCES:https://www.vice.com/en/article/m7gn9q/carrie-jade-williams-tiktok-samantha-cookeshttps://www.mamamia.com.au/who-is-carrie-jade-williams/https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-13227617/Carrie-Jade-Williams-kildare-au-pair-podcast.html Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.
01:00:1601/10/2024
Fraud Friday: Top Chef All-Scam Edition (w/ Angela "The Kitchenista" Davis)

Fraud Friday: Top Chef All-Scam Edition (w/ Angela "The Kitchenista" Davis)

Angela "The Kitchenista" Davis helps Laci cook up a juicy episode on Darius “Crooks” Williams, a chef blogger accused of shady business practices, assault, and plagiarizing recipes. Plus, a man is out $30 million after building a section of “Trump’s” border wall and ending up with no buyers. Content Warning: Physical and sexual assault is mentioned in this episode. Please take care of yourself while listening. (Originally Released 08/09/2021) Laci’s book is out now! Order “Scam Goddess: Lessons from a Life of Cons, Grifts and Schemes" here:https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/laci-mosley/scam-goddess/9780762484652/?lens=running-press Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciAngela Davis: @thekitchenista Research by Kaelyn Brandt SOURCES:https://www.forbes.com/sites/lizzysaxe/2021/07/16/why-food-blogger-angela-davis-believes-darius-williams-does-not-deserve-a-platform/?sh=52c455650555https://southerngritmagazine.com/darius-cooks-or-darius-crooks-popular-food-personality-under-fire-amidst-multiple-allegations/https://www.blackenterprise.com/exclusive-from-recipes-to-receipts-darius-cooks-williams-denies-claims-that-he-is-a-crook/https://consumer.georgia.gov/press-releases/2019-12-05/carr-announces-consent-judgment-above-701-inc-over-allegations-illegalhttps://www.bloomberg.com/news/features/2021-07-22/trump-border-wall-builder-tommy-fisher-is-looking-for-a-buyerhttps://www.washingtonpost.com/national/trump-border-wall-tommy-fisher/2020/09/14/8176798a-ed52-11ea-a21a-0fbbe90cfd8c_story.html Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.
01:03:0627/09/2024
The A.I. Scams Extravaganza (w/ Hannah Pilkes)

The A.I. Scams Extravaganza (w/ Hannah Pilkes)

Comedian/actor Hannah Pilkes resuscitates a tired Laci back to life during an extra silly episode on the hottest new A.I. scams! They cover fake A.I. online therapists, how scammers can use A.I. to create bogus emergency calls from your loved ones, and A.I. music deepfakes. Stay schemin' Con-gregation! Laci’s book is out now! Order “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: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciHannah Pilkes: @hannahpilkes Research by Kaelyn Brandt. SOURCES:https://www.cbsnews.com/news/peggy-randolph-tammy-heath-brightside-health/https://www.newyorker.com/science/annals-of-artificial-intelligence/the-terrifying-ai-scam-that-uses-your-loved-ones-voicehttps://www.wired.com/story/how-to-protect-yourself-ai-scam-calls-detect/https://www.malwarebytes.com/blog/news/2024/01/ai-used-to-fake-voices-of-loved-ones-in-ive-been-in-an-accident-scamshttps://www.bbb.org/all/spot-a-scam/how-to-identify-aihttps://musictech.com/news/music/oasis-ai-album-aisis-breezers/ Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.
01:30:0324/09/2024
Fraud Friday: The Fake Teen Doctor (w/ Carl Tart)

Fraud Friday: The Fake Teen Doctor (w/ Carl Tart)

Carl Tart (SNL, Grand Crew) joins the Con-gregation to talk all about Malachi Love-Robinson aka Dr. Love, the Florida teen who pretended to be a doctor. Stay schemin'! (Originally Released 03/09/2020) Laci’s book is out now! Order “Scam Goddess: Lessons from a Life of Cons, Grifts and Schemes" here:https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/laci-mosley/scam-goddess/9780762484652/?lens=running-press Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciCarl Tart: @dammitcarl SOURCES:https://www.nytimes.com/2016/02/18/us/florida-teenager-is-accused-of-posing-as-a-doctor-again.htmlhttps://www.cnn.com/2016/02/19/health/florida-palm-beach-teen-doctor-arrest/index.htmlhttps://www.insideedition.com/phony-doctor-malachi-love-robinson-claims-he-only-wanted-help-people-46424https://www.nme.com/news/music/nicki-minaj-flew-all-the-way-to-china-for-a-fake-music-festival-2411114 Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.
01:00:1520/09/2024
The CONtent Creator & M.O.N.K. (w/ Kiran Deol)

The CONtent Creator & M.O.N.K. (w/ Kiran Deol)

Comedian/actor Kiran Deol is here to help spill the tea on celebrity life coach Jay Shetty—the former Hindu monk who started a self-help social media empire and an immensely successful podcast. However, Jay built his brand by plagiarizing content from smaller creators and his life coaching school made false claims about its accreditations. Oh and one more thing... the details of his spiritual origin story don't quite add up. Namaste schemin' Con-gregation!  This story was exclusively reported by The Guardian's John McDermott in his article, "Uncovering the higher truth of Jay Shetty" Laci’s book is out now! Order “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: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciKiran Deol: @shitfromkiran Research by Kaelyn Brandt. SOURCES:https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/ng-interactive/2024/feb/29/jay-shetty-self-help-empire Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.
01:19:5317/09/2024
Fraud Friday: The Real Housewives of Scam Lake City (w/ Anna Hossnieh)

Fraud Friday: The Real Housewives of Scam Lake City (w/ Anna Hossnieh)

All-star podcast producer Anna Hossnieh (Las Culturistas, The Daily Zeitgeist) joins the Con-gregation to talk about the arrest of Jen Shah, The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City cast member who is currently serving prison time after pleading guilty to a criminal conspiracy charge. Plus, we talk about the thieving travel agent who promises Hawaiian dream getaways that turn into vacation nightmares. Stay schemin'! (Originally Released 05/10/2021) Laci’s book is out now! Order “Scam Goddess: Lessons from a Life of Cons, Grifts and Schemes" here:https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/laci-mosley/scam-goddess/9780762484652/?lens=running-press Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaci Research by Sharilyn Vera SOURCES:https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2021/04/after-jen-shahs-arrest-how-can-we-keep-enjoying-real-housewiveshttps://nypost.com/2021/03/31/jen-shahs-infamous-shah-ski-chalet-may-be-a-fraud-too/https://www.travelpulse.com/news/impacting-travel/woman-scams-travelers-out-of-hundreds-of-thousands.htmlhttps://www.womenshealthmag.com/life/a34620733/jen-shah-husband-sharrieff/ Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.
01:12:0613/09/2024
SNEAK PEEK: Scam Goddess Book - "Chapter 1: Religious Scams"

SNEAK PEEK: Scam Goddess Book - "Chapter 1: Religious Scams"

Haven't snagged Laci's Scam Goddess book yet?? Enjoy this exclusive sneak peek of the audiobook's first chapter. A message from Laci: "I’m truly humbled and grateful for the years of support and love you all have shown me, and seeing that this show has also given you joy and security has lifted me up. We went from a little podcast to a book and soon a TV show. There are no words for my gratitude. Life is a scam, everything is made up, so make sure to CONjure up your dreams. Grab your copy and join me in laughing at the madness of my scams and scams around the world!” Order the Scam Goddess book here: https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/laci-mosley/scam-goddess/9780762484652/?lens=running-press In Scam Goddess: Lessons from a Life of Cons, Grifts and Schemes, Laci recounts how her scammer instincts have guided her throughout her life—from a religious childhood in rural Texas, to a stint as a city bartender at what might have been a drug front, to swindling her way past the gatekeepers of Hollywood—recounting the greatest true-crime scam stories that inspired her along the way. Whether it’s by the beauty industry, capitalism, or the people we date, we’re all getting scammed. In this book, Laci identifies the secrets to flipping the script and coming out ahead. Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.
27:3112/09/2024
Love Fraud & Swifties for Trump (w/ Kathy Griffin)

Love Fraud & Swifties for Trump (w/ Kathy Griffin)

Legendary comedian Kathy Griffin (!!!) joins the Con-gregation! Kathy first helps us break down Donald Trump sharing fake AI-generated photos of Taylor Swift fans endorsing him for president. Then, we dive into the story of Patrick Giblin, the most prolific romance scammer in America who conned 155 women out of more than $500,000. Stay schemin'! Tickets for Kathy's stand-up tour, My Life on the PTSD List, are on sale at: kathygriffin.com Laci’s book is out now! Order “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: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciKathy Griffin: @kathygriffin Research by Kaelyn Brandt. SOURCES:https://www.nytimes.com/2022/12/12/us/patrick-giblin-swindle-love-money.htmlhttps://www.thedailybeast.com/inside-the-heartbreaking-cons-of-americas-most-prolific-romance-scammerhttps://variety.com/2024/music/news/donald-trump-falsely-claims-taylor-swift-endorsed-ai-images-1236110583/https://variety.com/2024/digital/news/donald-trump-taylor-swift-sue-over-fake-ai-images-endorsement-1236115104/https://www.theguardian.com/technology/article/2024/aug/24/trump-taylor-swift-deepfakes-ai Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.
55:4110/09/2024
Fraud Friday: McDonald’s Monopoly Con Game w/ Paul Scheer

Fraud Friday: McDonald’s Monopoly Con Game w/ Paul Scheer

We threw a couple extra fries in the bag for our supersized guest Paul Scheer (Twisters, How Did This Get Made?) as we revisit our episode on the man who scammed the McDonald’s Monopoly game for over a decade! Stay schemin’! (Originally Released 02/11/2020) 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: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciPaul Scheer: @paulscheer Research by Sharilyn Vera SOURCES:https://www.thedailybeast.com/how-an-ex-cop-rigged-mcdonalds-monopoly-game-and-stole-millions?ref=scrollhttps://nypost.com/2020/02/01/mcmillions-how-ex-cop-orchestrated-24-million-mcdonalds-monopoly-scam/https://www.politico.com/news/2019/12/23/trump-campaign-compete-against-groups-money-089454 Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.
59:1606/09/2024
MoviePass w/ Roxane Gay

MoviePass w/ Roxane Gay

Best-selling author & cultural critic Roxane Gay (Bad Feminist, Hunger) joins the Con-gregation to help break down the fraud-filled downfall of MoviePass, the subscription service that offered users unlimited movies for the wildly unsustainable price of $10 a month. You might know how MoviePass eventually collapsed, but its problems actually first began when a rich white guy stole the company from its two black founders. Oh and in case you're wondering, we also learn that, yes, you can in fact throw ass to the Succession theme song. Stay schemin'! Read Roxane's latest long-form piece, "Stand Your Ground: A Black Feminist Reckoning with America's Gun Problem": https://www.everand.com/book/755164376/Roxane-Gay-Everand-Originals-Stand-Your-Ground-A-Black-Feminist-Reckoning-with-America-s-Gun-Problem 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: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciRoxane Gay: @roxanegay74 Research by Kaelyn Brandt. Want a free 3-month trial of the SiriusXM app? Go to: siriusxm.com/scam SOURCES:MoviePass, MovieCrash dir. by Muta’Ali Muhammadhttps://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/story/moviepass-moviecrash-documentaryhttps://www.thestreet.com/entertainment/what-happened-to-moviepass-rise-fall-and-resurrectionhttps://www.businessinsider.com/moviepass-co-founder-stacy-spikes-interview-on-rise-troubles-firing-2019-4https://variety.com/2024/biz/news/moviepass-executive-guilty-embezzling-coachella-1235895696/https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/katienotopoulos/everyone-loves-moviepass-just-not-the-customer-servicehttps://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/moviepass-confusion-isnt-new-here-are-all-the-times-it-altered-the-deal/ Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.
54:5903/09/2024
Fraud Friday: Flamin' Hot Cheetos Chicanery w/ Dawn Richard

Fraud Friday: Flamin' Hot Cheetos Chicanery w/ Dawn Richard

Iconic singer/songwriter Dawn Richard of Danity Kane joins the Con-gregation to help spill the controversial tea surrounding who really invented the Flamin’ Hot Cheeto. Plus, a former FBI agent cons a Texas woman out of $800,000. Stay schemin’! (Originally Released 06/14/2021) 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: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciDawn Richard: @dawnrichard Research by Kaelyn Brandt Want a free 3-month trial of the SiriusXM app? Go to: siriusxm.com/scam SOURCES:https://www.latimes.com/business/story/2021-05-16/flamin-hot-cheetos-richard-montanezhttps://www.newsweek.com/flamin-hot-cheeto-movie-true-story-creator-richard-montanez-1456377https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2021/05/20/origin-flamin-hot-cheetos-might-be-hot-lie-millions-will-still-gobble-it-up-anyway/https://jezebel.com/turns-out-lying-about-inventing-flamin-hot-cheetos-is-a-1846922951https://www.nytimes.com/2021/05/31/us/fbi-drug-scheme-charge.html?searchResultPosition=1 Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.
45:0830/08/2024
RayGun & Olympic Games Grifts w/ Kimia Behpoornia & Patrick McDonald

RayGun & Olympic Games Grifts w/ Kimia Behpoornia & Patrick McDonald

It's the Scam Goddess Olympic Games Grifting special! Kimia Behpoornia (Abbott Elementary) & Patrick McDonald (Radio Margaritaville) join the Con-gregation to discuss over a century of Olympics fraud—from cheating runners in the first modern marathon to Australian viral breakdancer RayGun at the 2024 Paris Games. Did RayGun cheat her way to the Olympics? Or was she actually a victim of a scam smear campaign? Tune in to find out! Oh yeah, and stay schemin' fam! 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: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciKimia Behpoornia: @childclownPatrick McDonald: @patrickpatrickpatrickpatrick Research by Kaelyn Brandt. Want a free 3-month trial of the SiriusXM app? Go to: siriusxm.com/scam SOURCES:https://sports.yahoo.com/olympics-2021-scandals-spain-paralympics-2000-sydney-games-051520629.htmlhttps://www.womenshistory.org/education-resources/biographies/margaret-ives-abbotthttps://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/the-first-american-woman-to-win-an-olympic-championship-didnt-even-know-ithttps://www.nytimes.com/2001/01/30/sports/plus-paralympics-paralympic-group-orders-suspensions.htmlhttps://www.eonline.com/news/1406009/2024-olympics-australian-breakdancer-raygun-reacts-to-criticism-after-controversial-debutThe Greatest Paralympic Scandal of All Time: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y5F_ha7d-PI Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.
01:17:3827/08/2024
Fraud Friday: The Crypto King w/ Vinny Thomas

Fraud Friday: The Crypto King w/ Vinny Thomas

The hilarious Vinny Thomas (Platonic) joins the Con-gregation to discuss Gerry Cotten, the infamous Crypto King. Gerry created the QuadrigaCX crypto currency exchange which left users with no access to their funds after Gerry's mysterious and controversial death. Plus, we look at the rise of deep-fake technology. Stay schemin'! (Originally Released 04/25/2022) 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 On Sunday, Sept. 22nd Laci will be hosting the Scam Goddess Live: 5 Year Anniversary @ the Regent Theatre in Los Angeles. Buy tickets at https://regentdtla.com/tm-event/scam-goddess-live-five-year-anniversary/ Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciVinny Thomas: @vinn_ayy Research by Kaelyn Brandt Want a free 3-month trial of the SiriusXM app? Go to: siriusxm.com/scam SOURCES:Netflix’s Crypto Kinghttps://www.newsweek.com/gerald-cotten-wife-where-jennifer-robertson-now-crypto-king-quadriga-1693705https://www.vanityfair.com/news/2019/11/the-strange-tale-of-quadriga-gerald-cottenhttps://www.coindesk.com/video/the-story-behind-quadrigacx-and-netflixs-crypto-king/https://cryptonews.com/news/impostors-make-deep-fake-videos-of-ordinary-more-believable-people-promote-crypto-scams.htm Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.
01:28:3123/08/2024
The Rideshare Racket w/ Niles Abston

The Rideshare Racket w/ Niles Abston

How does a Brazilian immigrant become an American Uber Mafia Queen? Buckle up, 'cause Niles Abston (FXX's Dave) stops by to help tell the story of Priscila Barbosa who finessed the gig economy to make more than $780,000 before it all came crashing down. And remember Con-gregation, if your Uber driver is lit you don't have to sit! Stay schemin'! This story was primarily reported by Wired Magazine's Lauren Smiley in her article, "Priscila, Queen of the Rideshare Mafia"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-pressOn Sunday, Sept. 22nd Laci will be hosting the Scam Goddess 5 Year Anniversary Live Show @ the Regent Theatre in Los Angeles. Buy tickets at https://regentdtla.com/tm-event/scam-goddess-live-five-year-anniversary/ Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciNiles Abston: @thenilesabstonshow Research by Kaelyn Brandt. SOURCES:https://www.wired.com/story/priscila-queen-of-the-rideshare-mafia/https://www.justice.gov/usao-ma/victim-and-witness-assistance-program/us-v-wemerson-dutra-aguiar-and-us-v-priscila-barbosa-et-al Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.
01:01:4520/08/2024
Fraud Friday: Boy Band Bummer w/ Teresa Lee

Fraud Friday: Boy Band Bummer w/ Teresa Lee

Before Netflix's "Dirty Pop: The Boy Band Scam" Teresa Lee (Girls5eva) joined the Con-gregation to break down the scams and abuse of Lou Pearlman—the man who launched the careers of *NSYNC, The Backstreet Boys, and Britney Spears but conned the musicians out of their hard-earned money and ran one of the largest Ponzi schemes in U.S. history. Don't worry y'all, we drag his ass! (Originally Released 01/07/2020)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-pressOn Sunday, Sept. 22nd Laci will be hosting the Scam Goddess Live: 5 Year Anniversary @ the Regent Theatre in Los Angeles. Buy tickets at https://regentdtla.com/tm-event/scam-goddess-live-five-year-anniversary/ Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciResearch by Sharilyn VeraSOURCES:https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/nsync-lou-pearlman-nightline-927166/https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2019/03/13/lou-pearlman-was-disgraced-mogul-who-defrauded-s-boy-bands-then-came-million-ponzi-scheme/https://schedule.sxsw.com/2019/films/2008836?https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CcCRs0Ic3FI&vl=enhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lou_Pearlmanhttps://www.usatoday.com/story/life/music/2019/04/05/lou-pearlman-film-reveals-how-backstreet-boys-n-sync-lost-millions/3373395002/https://abcnews.go.com/US/members-nsync-town-learning-truth-lou-pearlman-heart/story?id=67630216 Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.
01:10:3416/08/2024
Operation Stolen Base w/ Adam Pally

Operation Stolen Base w/ Adam Pally

Adam Pally, who stars alongside Steph Curry in the new Peacock series Mr. Throwback, joins the con-gregation to help break down the story of Cliff Panezich—an ex-baseball player whose throwing arm turned out to be more useful for forging sports memorabilia autographs. Stay schemin'! 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 On Sunday, Sept. 22nd Laci will be hosting the Scam Goddess 5 Year Anniversary Live Show @ the Regent Theatre in Los Angeles. Buy tickets at https://regentdtla.com/tm-event/scam-goddess-live-five-year-anniversary/ Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciAdam Pally: @adam.pally Research by Kaelyn Brandt. SOURCES:https://vault.si.com/vault/2017/11/13/operation-stolen-basehttps://www.statscrew.com/minorbaseball/stats/p-fcb0b1b0https://www.sportscollectorsdaily.com/autograph-fraud-nets-6-year-prison-sentence/ Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.
01:06:2613/08/2024
Fraud Friday: The Shrink Next Door w/ La’Ron Hines

Fraud Friday: The Shrink Next Door w/ La’Ron Hines

What’s poppin’ congregation? This week, content creator La’Ron Hines joins us to discuss how a New York man is scammed by his therapist Dr. Ike Herschkopf, getting caught in a web of entanglement and paying him $3 million in monetary compensation. Plus, the city of Fresno, California lost $600,000 and told no one about it. Stay Schemin’! (Originally Released 05/09/2022) 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 On Sunday, Sept. 22nd Laci will be hosting the Scam Goddess Live: 5 Year Anniversary @ the Regent Theatre in Los Angeles. Buy tickets at https://regentdtla.com/tm-event/scam-goddess-live-five-year-anniversary/ Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciLa'Ron Hines: @laronhinesofficial Research by Kaelyn Brandt SOURCES:https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2022-03-16/fresno-swindled-out-of-600000-in-wire-fraud-casehttps://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2019-08-06/new-york-levels-allegations-against-shrink-next-door-doctorhttps://www.bustle.com/entertainment/where-is-isaac-herschkopf-dr-ike-now-shrink-next-doorWondery’s The Shrink Next Door podcast by Joe Nocera Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.
01:27:5509/08/2024
My So-Called Soccer Star w/ Miles Gray

My So-Called Soccer Star w/ Miles Gray

Scam Goddess' founding father and Jett Jackson impersonator Miles Gray (The Daily Zeitgeist, Mad Boosties) returns to the con-gregation to talk all about Medi Abalimba—the football fraudster who stole the identity of a Premier League soccer player in order to live a life of luxury. Stay schemin'! 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 On Sunday, Sept. 22nd Laci will be hosting the Scam Goddess 5 Year Anniversary Live Show @ the Regent Theatre in Los Angeles. Buy tickets at https://regentdtla.com/tm-event/scam-goddess-live-five-year-anniversary/ Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciMiles Gray: @milesofgray Research by Kaelyn Brandt. SOURCES:https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5032306/2023/11/07/medi-abalimba-the-astonishing-story-of-a-football-fraudster/https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-13018221/Celebrity-football-catfisher-cons-victim-prison-release-Romance-fraudster-targeted-Love-Islands-Georgia-Steel-Thierry-Henrys-ex-wife-tried-steal-cash-new-lover-met-posing-Chelsea-player.htmlhttps://www.radiotimes.com/tv/documentaries/football-fraudster-medi-abalimba-now/ Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.
01:19:0206/08/2024
Fraud Friday: The Scammerhood of the Traveling Wigs w/ Fortune Feimster

Fraud Friday: The Scammerhood of the Traveling Wigs w/ Fortune Feimster

Con-gregation, it's Fraud Friday! And today comedian Fortune Feimster joins us to discuss Laura Albert, an author who published a book under the pseudonym JT LeRoy, only years later it was discovered that JT never really existed. Plus, a 63-year-old Mississippi man is accused of being involved in a footbath scheme resulting in over $10 million in fake claims. Stay Schemin’! CW: There is mention of sexual assault, abuse and suicide in this episode. (Originally Released 01/10/2022) 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 On Sunday, Sept. 22nd Laci will be hosting the Scam Goddess Live: 5 Year Anniversary @ the Regent Theatre in Los Angeles. Buy tickets at https://regentdtla.com/tm-event/scam-goddess-live-five-year-anniversary/ Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciFortune Feimster: @fortunefeimster Research by Kaelyn Brandt SOURCES:https://www.vanityfair.com/style/2006/04/jtleroy200604https://nymag.com/nymetro/news/people/features/14718/https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2019/04/230831/jt-le-roy-true-story-movie-literary-scam-hoaxhttps://archive.vanityfair.com/article/2001/7/strange-innocencehttps://www.savannahknoop.net/https://www.localmemphis.com/article/news/crime/north-mississippi-podiatrist-indicted-foot-bath-scheme-water-valley-medicare-fraud/522-d92da935-ce2f-47e8-9ffa-33a44a182eba\ Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.
01:05:4702/08/2024
The Beanie Baby Bubble w/ Lisa Gilroy [Re-Release]

The Beanie Baby Bubble w/ Lisa Gilroy [Re-Release]

Lisa Gilroy (Jury Duty) joins the con-gregation to discuss how Beanie Baby Mania took the 90’s by storm, with people collecting and selling Ty Inc. stuffed toys for thousands of dollars. Plus, influencer scammer Caroline Calloway is accused of owing her landlord $40,000. Stay Schemin’! (Originally Released 05/02/2022) 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 On Sunday, Sept. 22nd Laci will be hosting the Scam Goddess Live: 5 Year Anniversary @ the Regent Theatre in Los Angeles. Buy tickets at https://regentdtla.com/tm-event/scam-goddess-live-five-year-anniversary/ Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciLisa Gilroy: @thelisagilroy Research by Kaelyn Brandt. SOURCES:https://www.insider.com/influencer-caroline-calloway-accused-of-not-paying-40000-in-rent-2022-3https://www.vox.com/the-goods/22870250/nft-beanie-baby-price-guide-bubble-princess-valuehttps://finance.yahoo.com/news/great-beanie-baby-bubble-went-110000959.htmlhttps://thehustle.co/the-great-beanie-baby-bubble-of-99/https://theweek.com/articles/461977/great-beanie-baby-bubblehttps://www.chicagomag.com/Chicago-Magazine/May-2014/Ty-Warner/The Great Beanie Baby Bubble by Zac Bissonnette Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.
01:09:2030/07/2024
Fraud Friday: The Crazy Covid Vaccine Caper w/ Jason Concepcion

Fraud Friday: The Crazy Covid Vaccine Caper w/ Jason Concepcion

What’s poppin, con-gregation? Today we re-visit our episode with Jason Concepcion analyzing the covid vaccine start-up that bamboozled a whole city. Come on now, you can't skip the doctor drip. Stay schemin! (Originally Released 03/09/2021) 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 On Sunday, Sept. 22nd Laci will be hosting the Scam Goddess Live: 5 Year Anniversary @ the Regent Theatre in Los Angeles. Buy tickets at https://regentdtla.com/tm-event/scam-goddess-live-five-year-anniversary/ Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciJason Concepcion: @x_netw3rk_x Research by Sharilyn Vera. SOURCES:https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2021/01/29/962143659/in-philadelphia-a-scandal-erupts-over-vaccination-start-up-led-by-22-year-oldhttps://www.tmz.com/2021/02/10/kevin-hart-personal-shopper-fraudulent-purchases-million-dollars/https://variety.com/2021/film/news/kevin-hart-personal-shopper-fraud-charge-1-million-1234906758/ Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.
01:06:0026/07/2024
Cali City Con Man w/ Ceara O’Sullivan & Griff Stark-Ennis

Cali City Con Man w/ Ceara O’Sullivan & Griff Stark-Ennis

Ceara O'Sullivan & Griff Stark-Ennis of the Petty Crimes podcast join the con-gregation to talk all about Nat Mendelsohn—the 1960s real estate developer whose California City desert utopia became a desert nightmare. And in a shocking twist, audio engineer Rich realizes his family almost fell for this very scam! What?! Stay schemin! 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 On Sunday, Sept. 22nd Laci will be hosting the Scam Goddess Live: 5 Year Anniversary @ the Regent Theatre in Los Angeles. Buy tickets at https://regentdtla.com/tm-event/scam-goddess-live-five-year-anniversary/ Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciCeara O’Sullivan: @cearajaneoGriff Stark-Ennis: @griffstarkennis Research by Kaelyn Brandt. SOURCES:https://ekhms.weebly.com/mendelsohn.htmlLAist podcast, “California City,” hosted by Emily Guerinhttps://www.kget.com/news/local-news/damning-grand-jury-report-says-california-city-is-in-trouble-amid-multiple-crises/https://mojaveproject.org/dispatches-item/jackrabbits-ghost-grids-and-landbanking/https://www.foxbusiness.com/sports/kansas-city-chiefs-hunt-family-silver-markethttps://www.sfgate.com/travel/article/california-city-planned-community-explained-18476273.php Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.
01:09:1523/07/2024
Fraud Friday: The Swindling Snitch w/ Hari Kondabolu

Fraud Friday: The Swindling Snitch w/ Hari Kondabolu

What’s poppin, con-gregation? Today we re-visit our episode with comedian Hari Kondabolu (The Problem with Apu) who helps us discuss Mohammed Agbareia, the FBI informant who also ran his own scam side hustle. Stay schemin! (Originally Released 02/02/2021) 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-pressOn Sunday, Sept. 22nd Laci will be hosting the Scam Goddess Live: 5 Year Anniversary @ the Regent Theatre in Los Angeles. Buy tickets at https://regentdtla.com/tm-event/scam-goddess-live-five-year-anniversary/ Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciHari Kondabolu: @harikondabolu Research by Sharilyn Vera. SOURCES:https://theintercept.com/2020/12/29/fbi-counterterrorism-informant-wire-fraud-scam/https://www.sun-sentinel.com/local/palm-beach/fl-ne-malachi-love-arrest-20210101-n3us5uqxivbpxann6avsmwfv3e-story.html Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.
01:03:2119/07/2024
Stage 4 Scammin’ w/ Londale Theus Jr.

Stage 4 Scammin’ w/ Londale Theus Jr.

What’s poppin’ Con-gregation? This week, comedian Londale Theus Jr. joins the show to discuss Belle Gibson who was set to be next biggest wellness guru but 10 years later, her international empire built on a cancer journey has crumbled. Stay schemin’!This was originally recorded on July 1,  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-pressOn Sunday, Sept. 22nd, Laci will be hosting the Scam Goddess Live: 5 Year Anniversary @ the Regent Theatre in Los Angeles.For Tickets: https://regentdtla.com/tm-event/scam-goddess-live-five-year-anniversary/ Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciLondale Theus Jr.: @londalejr Research by Kaelyn Brandt. Sources:https://www.mirror.co.uk/tv/tv-news/instagram-scammer-belle-gibson-now-32670038https://www.theage.com.au/national/victoria/expensive-clothes-overseas-trips-belle-gibson-s-expenses-in-the-spotlight-20190514-p51nau.htmlhttps://www.elle.com.au/culture/news/what-we-know-about-belle-gibson-5919/https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6762183/https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/tv/news/belle-gibson-b2535312.htmlhttps://www.theguardian.com/society/2015/apr/29/jules-gibson-munchausen-by-internet-sickness-bloggers-fake-it-whole-pantryhttps://www.theage.com.au/lifestyle/cancer-fraud-belle-gibson-how-the-wellness-industry-became-the-other-casualty-20171027-gz9aoi.htmlhttps://inews.co.uk/culture/belle-gibson-now-instagrams-con-artist-3021825https://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-05-21/home-of-cancer-fraudster-belle-gibson-raided/100155744 Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.
01:18:0216/07/2024
Fraud Friday: The Maga Manipulator w/ Tahir Moore

Fraud Friday: The Maga Manipulator w/ Tahir Moore

Happy Friday, con-gregation! We re-visit our episode with comedian Tahir Moore where he breaks down the patriot who puts the fake in fake news. Stay schemin!  Content warning: This episode is more explicit than most, so maybe don’t listen to it with yo kids!  This episode was originally released 01/19/2021.  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 On Sunday, Sept. 22nd, Laci will be hosting the Scam Goddess Live: 5 Year Anniversary @ the Regent Theatre in Los Angeles. For Tickets: https://regentdtla.com/tm-event/scam-goddess-live-five-year-anniversary/ Follow on Instagram: Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaci Tahir Moore: @tahirmoore Research by Sharilyn Vera.  SOURCEShttps://www.nytimes.com/2020/12/08/technology/trump-family-impersonator.htmlhttps://www.scam-detector.com/article/food-delivery-near-me-the-latest-scam-when-you-order-online Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.
01:10:0712/07/2024
I Spy a Fake Lawyer, a Theft and a Cheater! w/ Flula Borg

I Spy a Fake Lawyer, a Theft and a Cheater! w/ Flula Borg

What's Poppin' con-gregation? This week, comedian Flula Borg joins us to highlight Scammers of the Week! Laci and Flula discuss a fake lawyer who won 26 cases, a “Gucci Goddess” civilian who stole over $100 million from the U.S. Army, and Steve Harvey Radio co-host Shirley Strawberry’s philandering ex-husband. Stay Schemin’! This was originally recorded on June 25th, 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 On Sunday, Sept. 22nd, Laci will be hosting the Scam Goddess Live: 5 Year Anniversary @ the Regent Theatre in Los Angeles.For Tickets: https://regentdtla.com/tm-event/scam-goddess-live-five-year-anniversary/ Check on Flula Borg starring opposite Dave Bautista in the highly anticipated  “My Spy,” sequel entitled, “My Spy the Eternal City.” It will be streaming on Prime Video July 18, 2024. https://press.amazonmgmstudios.com/us/en/original-movies/my-spy-the-eternal-cityFollow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciFlula Borg: @flulaResearch by Kaelyn Brandt. Sources:https://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/NewsArchive/Brian-Mwenda-Njagi-The-fake-lawyer-who-won-all-26-cases-he-handled-1862045https://ntvkenya.co.ke/news/brian-mwenda-man-accused-of-posing-as-lawyer-announces-engagement-to-actress-girlfriend/https://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-67115879https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/janet-mello-army-pleads-guilty-stealing-100m-luxury-itemshttps://nypost.com/2024/01/29/news/con-artist-accused-of-stealing-100m-from-army-allowed-to-retire-with-full-benefits-i-earned-it/https://www.realtor.com/news/trends/gucci-goddess-conwoman-janet-yamanaks-property-portfolio/https://nypost.com/2024/05/31/us-news/steve-harveys-radio-co-host-shirley-strawberry-husband-earnest-williams-allegedly-scammed-over-750k-from-25-victims-in-georgia/ Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.
01:04:4109/07/2024
Fraud Friday: The Perfidious Princess w/ Ron Funches

Fraud Friday: The Perfidious Princess w/ Ron Funches

Hear ye, hear ye con-gregation! It's Fraud Friday and this week we revisit our episode with Ron Funches where we expose the “princess” who was taken hostage by pirates and also her imagination. Stay schemin’!  This episode was originally released 01/12/2021.  Pre-Order Laci’s book “Scam Goddess: Lessons from a Life of Cons, Grifts and Schemes” here: https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/laci-mosley/scam-goddess/9780762484652/?lens=running-press On Sunday, Sept. 22nd, Laci will be hosting the Scam Goddess Live: 5 Year Anniversary @ the Regent Theatre in Los Angeles.  For Tickets: https://regentdtla.com/tm-event/scam-goddess-live-five-year-anniversary/ Follow on Instagram: Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciRon Funches: @ronfunches Research by Sharilyn Vera.  SOURCES:https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/who-was-princess-caraboo-scamhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Princess_Caraboohttp://content.time.com/time/specials/packages/article/0,28804,1900621_1900618_1900853,00.htmlhttps://www.historicmysteries.com/princess-caraboo/https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-6652659/Teenager-jailed-buying-PlayStation-4-8-WEIGHING-paying-6lb-food.html Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.
53:1105/07/2024
Re-Release: The Three Timing Sheriff w/ Caleb Hearon

Re-Release: The Three Timing Sheriff w/ Caleb Hearon

What's poppin, con-gregation? Caleb Hearon joins us to discuss a cheating chief of police who falsified documents to hide his many affairs. Plus, a Texas resident scams millions of CARES Act money from Uncle Sam. Stay schemin!  Research by Sharilyn Vera.  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 On Sunday, Sept. 22nd, Laci will be hosting the Scam Goddess Live: 5 Year Anniversary @ the Regent Theatre in Los Angeles.  For Tickets: https://regentdtla.com/tm-event/scam-goddess-live-five-year-anniversary/ Follow on Instagram: Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspod Laci Mosley: @divalaci Caleb Hearon: @sooootruepod  SOURCES:https://heavy.com/news/jason-collier/https://www.dallasobserver.com/arts/three-timing-texas-police-chief-jason-collier-arrested-by-texas-rangers-11982954https://abc7news.com/ppp-fraud-houston-covid-funds-scam-business-owners-bought-luxury-cars-with-loans-ladonna-wiggins/10385500/ Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.
01:08:4502/07/2024
Fraud Friday: The Confederate Counterfeiter w/ Ashley Nicole Black

Fraud Friday: The Confederate Counterfeiter w/ Ashley Nicole Black

It's Friday, Con-gregation! We revisit our episode with writer and actress Ashley Nicole Black to break down the man who capitalized on creating fake capital. Stay sabotaging the confederacy! This was originally recorded on December 8th, 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 On Sunday, Sept. 22nd, Laci will be hosting the Scam Goddess Live: 5 Year Anniversary @ the Regent Theatre in Los Angeles.  For Tickets: https://regentdtla.com/tm-event/scam-goddess-live-five-year-anniversary/ Follow on Instagram: Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciAshley Nicole Black: @ashnb1 Research by Sharilyn Vera.  SOURCES:https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/69159/counterfeiter-who-sank-confederacyhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Samuel_C._Uphamhttps://www.tiktok.com/@itsethankeiser?lang=en Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.
01:00:2928/06/2024
Soccer Mom PI w/ Mary Anthony & Aman Adumer

Soccer Mom PI w/ Mary Anthony & Aman Adumer

What's Poppin' con-gregation? This week, comedians Mary Anthony and Aman Adumer join the show to discuss how private investigator Chris Butler became a media sensation for hiring a PI team of soccer moms. Soon, he was exposed for his own criminal activities. Stay Schemin’! This was originally recorded on June 18th, 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-pressFollow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaci Follow on Twitter:Aman Adumer: @GiddyAmanMary Anthony: @maryeanthony1Research by Kaelyn Brandt. Sources:https://web.archive.org/web/20110908035431/http://www.diablomag.com/Diablo-Magazine/April-2011/The-Setup/index.php?cparticle=1&siarticle=0#artanchttps://www.thisamericanlife.org/447/the-incredible-case-of-the-pi-momshttps://web.archive.org/web/20111027233700/http://www.eastbayexpress.com/92510/archives/2011/02/17/pi-investigator-chris-butler-and-coco-narcotics-officer-norman-wielsch-arrested-on-drug-chargeshttps://abcnews.go.com/US/hot-soccer-mom-detective-scam-whistleblower-tells-story/story?id=16814948 Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.
01:41:0125/06/2024
Fraud Friday: The Science Grant Grifter w/ Aparna Nancherla

Fraud Friday: The Science Grant Grifter w/ Aparna Nancherla

Happy Friday, Con-gregation! This week we revisit our episode with Aparna Nancherla to dissect the scientist who hypothesized that if he stole grant money, then no one would know. His hypothesis was incorrect. Stay schemin’!  This episode was originally recorded December 8th, 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: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaci Aparna Nancherla: @aparnapkin  Research by Sharilyn Vera.  SOURCES:https://www.purdueexponent.org/campus/article_33fab424-2dcf-11eb-b388-abf3ce035f45.htmlhttps://www.purdueexponent.org/campus/article_417671d8-2d11-11eb-b695-a37cddf3676b.htmlhttps://www.orlandosentinel.com/business/tourism/os-bz-disney-theft-jennifer-insuasti-20200701-n4g3bfqs2bcr3k6yc7ed45m2pu-story.html Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.
01:05:1821/06/2024
The Sisi Star Snatcher w/ Jay Ellis

The Sisi Star Snatcher w/ Jay Ellis

What's poppin' con-gregation? This week Jay Ellis (Insecure, Top Gun: Maverick) is here to talk about career criminal Gerald Blanchard, who started out stealing electronics and cars and graduated to bank robberies and jewel heists. Stay schemin'! This episode was recorded on June 6, 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 Pre-Order Jay Ellis' book "Did Everyone Have an Imaginary Friend (or Just Me)?:https://www.jayellis.com/dideveryonehaveanimaginaryfriend Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspod Laci Mosley: @divalaciJay Ellis: @jayrellis Research by Kaelyn Brandt. SOURCES:https://time.com/6294160/jewel-thief-hulu-true-story/https://www.rollingstone.com/culture/culture-features/the-jewel-thief-master-criminal-gerald-daniel-blanchard-1234786405/https://www.wired.com/2010/03/ff-masterthief-blanchard/“The Jewel Thief” - Hulu, dir. by Landon Van Soest Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.
01:11:2518/06/2024
Fraud Friday: The Stealing Starlets w/ Matt Rogers

Fraud Friday: The Stealing Starlets w/ Matt Rogers

What’s poppin, con-gregation? Today we re-visit our episode with Matt Rogers (Las Culturistas) who helps us break down the aspiring comedian who couldn’t steal the spotlight, so stole cash instead. Stay schemin! This episode was originally recorded Feb. 2, 2021. 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: @divalaciMatt Rogers: @mattrogerstho Research by Sharilyn Vera. SOURCES:https://www.laweekly.com/the-case-of-the-bank-robbing-prostitutes-how-a-team-of-l-a-hookers-became-the-starlet-banditshttps://abcnews.go.com/blogs/headlines/2012/04/texas-teen-collects-17k-in-fake-cancer-scam/ Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.
01:06:3814/06/2024
Chrisley Knows Fraud w/ Kyle Kasabian

Chrisley Knows Fraud w/ Kyle Kasabian

What's Poppin' con-gregation? This week, comedian Kyle Kasabian joins the show to discuss how in 2019, reality television stars Todd and Julie Chrisley were charged with bank and wire fraud, tax evasion and conspiracy. Almost five years later, the couple is still battling the convictions. Stay Schemin’! This episode was originally recorded on June 4th, 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-pressFollow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciKyle Kasabian: @kylekasabianResearch by Kaelyn Brandt. Sources:https://www.fox5atlanta.com/news/todd-and-julie-chrisley-family-arrives-for-court-of-appeals-hearing-in-atlantahttps://sg.news.yahoo.com/chrisley-knows-best-star-todd-211539941.htmlhttps://apnews.com/article/julie-todd-chrisley-fraud-tax-evasion-appeal-8f76505e15cceca1c9747087ae01bec4https://people.com/tv/chrisley-family-fraud-trial-everything-to-know/https://www.courthousenews.com/chrisley-knows-best-stars-appeal-fraud-convictions-claim-prosecutors-conspired-with-irs/#:~:text=The%20government%20says%20the%20couple,when%20Todd%20Chrisley%20declared%20bankruptcy.https://www.justice.gov/usao-ndga/pr/television-personalities-sentenced-years-federal-prison-fraud-and-tax-evasionhttps://www.businessinsider.com/todd-chrisley-paid-blackmailer-38000-affair-a-secret-witness-2022-5https://www.usmagazine.com/celebrity-news/news/todd-chrisley-denies-tax-evasion-blames-ex-employee/https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11517453/Todd-Chrisley-sued-defamation-Georgia-tax-official-worked-case.htmlhttps://www.eonline.com/news/1387401/savannah-chrisley-shares-why-its-tough-having-custody-of-brother-grayson-and-niece-chloe#:~:text=Savannah%20Chrisley%2C%20who%20assumed%20guardianship,her%20%22tough%22%20new%20role. Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.
01:17:5711/06/2024
Fraud Friday: Bluffing Bertha w/ Nore Davis

Fraud Friday: Bluffing Bertha w/ Nore Davis

Happy Friday, Con-gregation! This week, we revisit our episode with comedian Nore Davis where we discuss Big Bertha, who took her scams to the stage. Stay schemin’!  This episode was originally released Dec. 1st, 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: @divalaci Nore Davis: @noredavis  Research by Sharilyn Vera.  Sources: https://www.sfexaminer.com/news/big-bertha-heyman-the-confidence-queen/https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/who-was-bertha-heyman-grifterhttps://www.nytimes.com/1883/08/23/archives/bertha-heyman-found-guilty-the-confidence-queens-story-on-the.htmlhttps://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2020/11/12/secret-sister-gift-exchange-scam-better-business-bureau-warns/6265662002/https://literock969.com/secret-sister-gift-scam-is-back-for-the-2020-holiday-season/ Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.
01:09:0207/06/2024
The Savvy Squatter of NYC w/ Gianmarco Soresi

The Savvy Squatter of NYC w/ Gianmarco Soresi

What’s Poppin’ Con-gregation? This week, comedian Gianmarco Soresi joins the show to discuss how Mickey Barreto checked in to the New Yorker Hotel and used outdated laws to become a permanent resident and owner. Stay schemin’!  This episode was originally recorded May 20th  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 Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciGianmarco Soresi: @gianmarcosoresi Research By Kaelyn Brandt.  SOURCES:https://www.nytimes.com/2024/04/04/insider/new-yorker-hotel.htmlhttps://www.nytimes.com/2024/03/24/nyregion/mickey-barreto-housing-fraud.html#:~:text=On%20a%20June%20afternoon%20in,check%20out%20the%20next%20morning.https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/loophole-got-new-york-city-man-free-hotel-stay-five-years-claimed-buil-rcna139182https://www.latimes.com/world-nation/story/2024-02-19/a-loophole-got-him-a-free-new-york-hotel-stay-for-five-years-then-he-claimed-to-own-the-building Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.
47:0604/06/2024