Scam Goddess

In this week's Fraud Friday, Laci is joined by Chris Gethard (The Special Without Brett Davis, Don't Think Twice) to discuss how a CEO created a Hype House style podcasting network that led to lawsuits, trash and fallout. Plus, someone stole more than 42,000 pounds of pistachios in California and that was just nuts. Stay schemin'! (Originally Released 07/12/2021) CON-gregation, catch Laci's TV Show, Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu!Order “Scam Goddess: Lessons from a Life of Cons, Grifts and Schemes" here: Hachette Book Group Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciChris Gethard: @chrisgeth Research by Kaelyn Brandt SOURCES:https://www.theverge.com/22526502/himalaya-histudios-notorious-llc-podcast-audio-hype-househttps://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2021/06/21/pistachio-theft-alberto-montemayor-touchstone/https://www.instagram.com/notorious.llc/https://notorious.llc/creators/https://www.forbes.com/sites/colettecoleman/2020/10/19/with-the-dumpster-fyre-podcast-fyre-festivals-founder-is-back-with-an-audio-tell-all-from-prison/?sh=24d1c81b7cd3 Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nobody was tripping in 2010, and maybe that was because all the cool people in the zeitgeist were wearing bracelets that claimed to harness the power of holograms to make you stronger, faster, more flexible, and possibly sexier, too. Jon Gabrus (ActionBoyz, Game Over, Man!) joins Laci to test their knowledge of physical balancing and placebos in the body. Plus, we break down the superstitions in sports, including Wade Boggs, Michael Jordan, and Jason Giambi. Stay schemin’!Keep the scams coming and snitch on your shady friends by emailing us at [email protected], catch Laci's TV Show Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu!Check out Staying Alive with Jon Gabrus & Adam Pally. Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciJon Gabrus: @gabrus Research by Kathryn Doyle SOURCEShttps://gizmodo.com/powerbalance-admits-their-wristbands-are-a-scam-5723577https://www.espn.com/nba/news/story?id=5989365https://www.cbc.ca/news/power-band-bracelets-a-scam-professor-says-1.981932https://www.mensjournal.com/style/the-25-biggest-fitness-fads-of-all-timehttps://www.bbc.com/news/magazine-12135402https://surfsimply.com/magazine/power-balance-science-or-scamhttps://quackwatch.org/device/reports/power_balance/https://science.howstuffworks.com/hologram.htmhttps://www.espn.com/espn/news/story?id=5660039https://bleacherreport.com/articles/24203-jason-giambi-wears-magic-gold-thong-for-sake-of-new-york-yankees Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this week's Fraud Friday, Laci is joined by Mo Heart (RuPaul's Drag Race) to help us break down the real-life story that inspired the 2019 hit film Hustlers starring Jennifer Lopez and Constance Wu. Plus, a Florida man faces 104 felony counts after allegedly using 28 people’s personal information to purchase expensive items in area stores. (Originally Released 06/21/2021) CON-gregation, catch Laci's TV Show, Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu! Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciMo Heart: @iammoheart Research by Kaelyn Brandt SOURCES:https://time.com/5671735/hustlers-movie-true-story/https://www.thecut.com/2015/12/hustlers-the-real-story-behind-the-movie.htmlhttps://abcnews.go.com/US/real-life-hustlers-lured-men-nyc-strip-clubs/story?id=65499900https://www.mysuncoast.com/2021/06/02/manatee-man-facing-felonies-fraud-investigation/ Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What do a lip-filled faker in jump shoes, a bike taxi trickster, and a sexy scoundrel entrepreneur all have in common? YOU, because on today’s episode, Laci is joined by Arden Myrin (The Righteous Gemstones, Insatiable) for a very special edition of the CONgregation's Confessionals! That’s right, after a long search, Laci is cracking open the vault to read your juiciest confessions—previously hidden behind a paywall.As always, keep the scams coming and snitch on your shady friends by emailing us at [email protected]. Stay schemin’!CON-gregation, catch Laci's TV Show Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu! Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciArden Myrin: @ardenmyrin Confession Stories by the CONgregationCurated By Jessica Cisneros Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this week's Fraud Friday, Laci is joined by Aida Osman (Rap Sh!t, Betty) to discuss how an elusive artist used a Banksy-inspired NFT to earn millions and how an Australian line dancing scheme went wrong. Plus, none of these scammers got caught in today's episode. (Originally Released 04/26/2021) CON-gregation, catch Laci's TV Show, Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu! Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciAida Osman: @shutupaida Research by Sharilyn Vera. SOURCES:https://entrepreneurshandbook.co/how-an-nft-artist-used-banksys-popularity-to-make-1-million-in-sales-e7ef4b2209dhttps://nftartreview.medium.com/the-pseudo-banksy-nft-and-intriguing-aspects-of-appropriation-art-b29a4258f611https://ycharts.com/indicators/ethereum_price#:~:text=Basic%20Info,from%20156.82%20one%20year%20agohttps://pestcontroloffice.com/faq.asphttps://x.com/Brinkster0x/status/1362683886174498819https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2019/apr/02/line-dancing-scam-queensland-police-pursue-father-and-son-over-alleged-120000 Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On today’s episode, Laci is joined by Emmy Award winner Lamorne Morris and his hilarious co-host, comedian, writer, and director Kyle Shevrin from their podcast The Lamorning After. Together, they serve up laughs as they follow the trifling story of 49th place Jamaican Olympic table tennis player Michael Hyatt and how he used his ping pong passion to scam a lot of people out of a lot of money. Plus, the "Scammers of the Week" are dressed as bears, proving once and for all that only YOU can stop bear insurance fraud. Stay schemin'! CON-gregation, catch Laci's TV Show Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu! Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciLamorne Morris: @lamorneKyle Shevrin: @kyleshevrin Research by Kathryn Doyle SOURCEShttps://www.nytimes.com/2024/11/17/business/michael-hyatt-table-tennis-fraud.html?unlocked_article_code=1.eU4.U0iL.Q24u8HqtEavu&smid=nytcore-ios-share&referringSource=articleSharehttps://www.postguam.com/news/local/alleged-financial-scam-detailed/article_4de2830e-d8cb-11e8-b6bc-13e9b4921b3d.htmlhttps://olympics.com/en/athletes/michael-douglas-hyatthttps://radiojamaicanewsonline.com/sports/jamaica-gain-promotion-at-world-tt-championshipshttps://www.pressreader.com/jamaica/jamaica-gleaner/20161231/281749859023872?srsltid=AfmBOoofa99jOcaVi93Po_Lv33nlWS4kgdgutBF5L3YUjemtvJCrvuaKhttps://startupsavant.com/startup-center/spin-origin-storyhttps://www.npr.org/2024/11/14/nx-s1-5191741/bear-costume-insurance-fraudhttps://www.insurance.ca.gov/0400-news/0100-press-releases/2024/release056-2024.cfm Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on Fraud Friday, Laci is joined live at Chicago's Den Theatre by Sydnee Washington, Skyler Higley, and Ashley Ray to unpack the infamous scam that rocked the Windy City and the nation, the Jussie Smollett case. Stay Schemin’! (Originally Released 01/08/2024) This was recorded in Nov. 11th 2023. CON-gregation, catch Laci's new TV Show, Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu! Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciSydnee Washington: @justsydbwSkyler Higley: @skylerhigleyAshley Ray: @theashleyray 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#:~:text=A%2050%2Dyear%2Dold%20man,newspaper%20El%20Pais%20and%20EFE.https://www.washingtonpost.com/arts-entertainment/2021/11/30/jussie-smollett-hate-crime-trial/https://www.cnn.com/2022/03/10/us/jussie-smollett-sentencing-trial/index.html#:~:text=Former%20%E2%80%9CEmpire%E2%80%9D%20actor%20Jussie%20Smollett,hate%20crime%20in%20January%202019https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/ct-viz-jussie-smollett-incident-night-details-htmlstory.htmlhttps://people.com/crime/jussie-smollett-wears-rope-around-his-neck-police-video-footage/https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/tv/story/2023-03-03/jussie-smollett-appeal-conviction-sentencinghttps://www.nytimes.com/2019/03/28/us/jussie-smollett.htmlhttps://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-47711535https://www.vox.com/2019/2/17/18228444/jussie-smollett-attack-hate-crime-arrest-hoax-empirehttps://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/jessie-smollett-letter-brothers-attack/https://www.rollingstone.com/culture/culture-commentary/jussie-smollett-hero-hoax-hate-crime-sentencing-1318293/https://www.al.com/news/2021/12/jussie-smollett-testifies-he-did-drugs-made-out-with-abimbola-osundairo.html Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On today’s episode, Laci is joined by Ambie Award-winning podcaster Ronald Young Jr. to unpack the wild Graceland grift — the one that had Priscilla Presley firing up Microsoft Paint to fight back against scammer Lisa Jeanine Findley. Turns out, in Memphis, Tennessee, all you need to fake-sell someone else’s house is a mailbox and a dream. Plus, title pirates are on the rise. Stay frosty, friends! Stay schemin'! CON-gregation, catch Laci's new TV Show Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu! Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciRonald Young Jr.: @ohitsbigron Research by Kathryn Doyle SOURCEShttps://apnews.com/article/graceland-elvis-presley-fraud-foreclosure-sale-c1a821d32c64c06afbeef277f0a793d7https://apnews.com/article/graceland-elvis-presley-auction-lawsuit-riley-keough-4c5d2dda1c189997319d331794e8f8d0https://www.nytimes.com/2024/05/28/arts/music/graceland-fraud-identity-thief-emails.htmlhttps://www.fox13memphis.com/news/woman-accused-of-trying-to-steal-graceland-enters-plea-deal/article_4b2c8136-f37d-11ef-88cc-079a4093f353.htmlhttps://people.com/missouri-woman-scheme-sell-elvis-presley-graceland-pleads-guilty-mail-fraud-11686801https://www.fox13memphis.com/news/local-businesses-suffer-from-damage-amidst-recent-protests/article_a10cba7c-0718-50a1-af5a-facd0dcbd264.htmlhttps://www.foxbusiness.com/video/6361972716112https://www.commercialappeal.com/story/news/local/2024/05/23/graceland-foreclosure-how-did-it-happen/73802992007/ Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this week’s Fraud Friday, Frankie Quiñones (The Fool, Creator of CholoFit) joins Laci us to discuss the disappearance of 18 barrels of bourbon from Buffalo Trace Distillery, the makers of the renowned Pappy Van Winkle Bourbon. Plus, scammers capitalize off fake high-end whiskey being sold in local liquor stores across the nation. Stay Schemin’! (Originally Released 03/07/2022) CON-gregation, catch Laci's new TV Show, Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu! Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciFrankie Quiñones: @frankiequinonesResearch By Kaelyn Brandt. SOURCES:https://www.nytimes.com/2022/01/06/dining/drinks/fake-bourbon.htmlhttps://craigcalcaterra.com/blog/the-pappy-van-winkle-heist-that-wasnt2710188/https://www.thrillist.com/drink/nation/inside-the-great-pappy-van-winkle-heisthttps://www.bloomberg.com/news/features/2018-06-29/the-pappy-van-winkle-bandit-speaks-and-says-he-didn-t-do-ithttps://www.grunge.com/450262/the-truth-about-the-pappygate-bourbon-heist/ Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On today’s episode, Laci is joined by pasta inventor and OG podcaster Dan Pashman (The Sporkful) to dive into a seafood scandal affecting shrimp lovers everywhere. That’s right—Laci and Dan don their lab coats and discover the investigative firm SeaD to uncover the widespread shrimp fraud impacting restaurants across the country and hurting small businesses. Plus, thieves pull off the ultimate heist, making off with 100,000 eggs. Stay schemin'! CON-gregation, catch Laci's new TV Show Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu!Make sure to sink your teeth into Dan's pasta tour of Italy tour with fans! Pashmans Pasta Pilgrimage Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciDan Pashman: @thesporkful Research by Kathryn Doyle SOURCEShttps://www.yahoo.com/news/shrimp-fraud-found-rampant-many-173137438.htmlhttps://news.fsu.edu/news/science-technology/2023/03/23/prawn-broker-fsu-researchers-develop-shrimp-authenticity-test/https://ldh.la.gov/assets/oph/Center-EH/sanitarian/retailfood/LDHACT372CrawfishandShrimpMenuLabeling.pdfhttps://www.seadconsulting.com/genetic-testing-to-identify-seafood-specieshttps://www.cnn.com/2019/03/07/health/fish-mislabeling-investigation-oceana/index.htmlhttps://www.cnn.com/2025/02/05/us/pennsylvania-egg-theft-hnk/index.htmlhttps://www.nytimes.com/2025/02/05/us/eggs-stolen-pennsylvania-shortage.htmlhttps://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2023/jul/28/subway-tuna-lawsuit-dismissed Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this week’s Fraud Friday, Jameela Jamil (The Good Place, She-Hulk: Attorney at Law) joins Laci in studio to discuss the basics on THE BASIC- Caroline Calloway. They dig into Jameela's earliest stint teaching English, and both become very afraid when they learn how fortune tellers scam their clients out of money. Stay Schemin’! (Originally Released 03/30/2020) CON-gregation, catch Laci's new TV Show, Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu! Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciJameela Jamil: @jameelajamil Research By Sharilyn Vera. SOURCES:The CUT – The story of Caroline Calloway and her ghost writer NatalieVICE — Influencer Caroline Calloway Isn’t a Scammer, Just a Self-Obsessed MessCaroline’s instagram- (where she is currently spiraling)https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/katienotopoulos/caroline-calloway-instagram-influencer-tour-canceled-scamhttps://www.wmagazine.com/story/caroline-calloway-creativity-workshophttps://www.pajiba.com/web_culture/the-case-of-caroline-calloway-and-her-creativity-workshop-tour.phphttps://www.vice.com/en_us/article/a3wwy4/cambridges-most-controversial-instagram-celebrity-gets-the-last-laugh Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On today’s episode, Laci is joined by stand-up writer, actor, and comedian Dewayne Perkins (The Blackening, One of Them Days) to dive into the con of the century, unraveling the web of lies and false promises spun by John Ackah Blay-Miezah. In a story so wild it could be straight out of a movie—one that Dewayne himself might have written—they also discover how Shirley Temple got caught up in the chaos. Plus, Laci shares a surprising encounter with a cop who asked her out while on duty. Stay schemin'! CON-gregation, catch Laci's new TV Show Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu!Make sure to catch Dewayne's new TV Show, THE STUDIO on Apple TV + Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspod Laci Mosley: @divalaciDewayne Perkins: @dewayneperkins Research by Kathryn Doyle SOURCEShttps://www.nowherebookshop.com/book/9781635574739?srsltid=AfmBOooPXVErUx3va3mNR1juGoL13-DNqvNPZ4Hhlr70mZr7QcRrxUHThttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mbZ2TlRVqNAhttps://foreignpolicy.com/2023/12/03/con-artist-global-scam-ghana-anansis-gold/https://www.npr.org/2013/05/22/186048342/how-that-nigerian-email-scam-got-startedhttps://www.spectator.co.uk/article/the-conman-who-duped-thousands-with-a-patently-absurd-story/https://www.theguardian.com/books/2023/aug/18/yepoka-yeebo-anansis-gold-ghanaian-conman Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this week’s Fraud Friday, Naomi Ekperigin (Mythic Quest, Family Switch) joins us to discuss how a sexy credit card con artist stole one million dollars out of the ex-wife of a former NBA star. Plus, an Italian hospital worker gets paid for doing nothing for 15 years. Stay Schemin’! (Originally Released 06/07/2021) CON-gregation, catch Laci's new TV Show, Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu! Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciNaomi Ekperigin: @blacktresscomedy Research By Kaelyn Brandt. SOURCES:https://www.nytimes.com/2021/04/15/style/serial-con-artist-tracii-hutsona.htmlhttps://www.justice.gov/usao-sdny/pr/serial-con-artist-charged-embezzlement-schemehttps://www.justice.gov/usao-sdny/press-release/file/1368996/downloadhttps://www.docketbird.com/court-documents/USA-v-Vician/JUDGMENT-AND-COMMITMENT-by-Judge-Gary-A-Feess-as-to-Defendant-Tracii-Lynne-Show-Vician-1-Count-s-1-10s-13ss-1s-6s-1ss-6ss-7s-9s-7ss-12ss-On-the-Government-039-s-motion-all-remaining-count-of-the-underlying-indictment-information-are-ord-ered-dismisse/cacd-2:2008-cr-00058-405099-00097https://media.local10.com/document_dev/2019/07/17/Bacon%20Bitch%20vs%20Breakfast%20Bitch_1563388524609_22109233_ver1.0.pdfhttps://www.nytimes.com/2021/04/23/world/europe/italy-hospital-worker-15-years.htmlhttps://www.cbs8.com/article/news/crime/san-diego-restaurant-owner-arrested-accused-of-stealing-more-than-1m-joumana-kidd-breakfast-bitch-jason-kidd/509-1c9e5ae8-c727-436b-9e73-f65b364b78c6 Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On today’s episode, Laci is joined by stand-up comedian Abby Govindan to dive into the wildest and most ridiculous ways people have been caught smuggling drugs. A recent toupee smuggle struggle led them to the discovery of many more fails that led many folks to jail. You won’t believe how many everyday items can be made from cocaine! Laci and Abby rate their favorite smuggle fails, from dinnerware and high heels to Jesus. Stay schemin'! CON-gregation, catch Laci's new TV Show Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu! Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspod Laci Mosley: @divalaciAbby Govindan: @abbygovindan Research by Kathryn Doyle SOURCEShttps://www.cbsnews.com/news/cocaine-toupee-narco-wig/https://www.npr.org/2019/07/17/742768864/drug-in-a-rug-is-that-a-bag-of-cocaine-under-your-toupeehttps://www.theguardian.com/world/2019/jul/16/man-held-in-spain-over-attempt-to-smuggle-cocaine-under-his-wighttps://english.elpais.com/elpais/2019/07/16/inenglish/1563277743_245169.htmlhttps://www.thelocal.es/20140103/women-smuggled-drugs-under-wigshttps://www.huffpost.com/entry/cocaine-under-wigs-smuggling-brazil-spain_n_4536776https://www.theguardian.com/world/2014/aug/15/woman-cocaine-breast-implants-arrested-madridhttps://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-20705742https://www.immigroup.com/topics/top-11-most-creative-drug-smuggling-attempts/https://www.sj-r.com/story/news/2008/06/05/religion-news-police-confiscate-jesus/48553415007/https://www.chron.com/lifestyle/houston-belief/article/cocaine-jesus-statue-seized-by-agents-in-laredo-1777599.phphttps://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-43005948https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2015/aug/11/91-year-old-sydney-man-charged-over-importing-5kg-of-cocaine-in-soap-barshttps://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/worldnews/europe/spain/4948988/Cocaine-cast-man-arrested-at-Spanish-airport.htmlhttps://www.nydailynews.com/news/world/woman-fly-chile-spain-suitcases-made-cocaine-article-1.372793https://www.vogue.co.uk/article/manolo-blahnik-shoes-made-of-cocaine-northern-spainhttps://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-35082219https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1163468/Spanish-police-seize-42-piece-dinner-set--entirely-cocaine.htmlhttps://www.newscientist.com/article/dn8998-gangs-turn-cocaine-into-clear-plastic-products/ Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this week’s Fraud Friday, Scottie Beam and Sylvia Obell hear from Laci about Richard Scott Smith—a man who promised love but instead conned a group of Midwestern women out of over $1 million. Plus, a Los Angeles family is shocked to learn that someone posted their home on Airbnb to rent it. Stay Schemin’! (Originally Released 01/17/2022) CON-gregation, catch Laci's new TV Show, Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu! Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciScottie Beam: @scottiebeamSylvia Obell: @sylviaobell Research By Kaelyn Brandt. SOURCES:https://www.nytimes.com/2020/11/11/style/taking-down-bad-men-is-her-job.htmlhttps://www.townandcountrymag.com/leisure/arts-and-culture/a33821604/love-fraud-richard-scott-smith-true-story/https://www.oprahdaily.com/entertainment/a33915040/richard-scott-smith-love-fraud-now/https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-8644523/Richard-Scott-Smith.htmlhttps://www.oxygen.com/true-crime-buzz/what-happened-to-carla-the-bounty-hunter-from-love-fraudhttps://losangeles.cbslocal.com/2021/11/30/exclusive-local-family-discovers-home-listed-on-airbnb-after-strangers-arrive-saying-they-rented-it/ Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Misha Brown (from Wondery’s The Big Flop) joins Laci to dive into YOUR scams, CON-gregation! It's your moment to shine. Laci and Misha read letters about a Dayton hair salon doubling as a hotspot for selling boosted clothes, a puzzling college loan collection email, a survey scam promising a three-year Netflix subscription, and a Dr. Phil-worthy pregnancy hoax packed with drama and haters. Stay schemin'! CON-gregation, catch Laci's new TV Show Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu! Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspod Laci Mosley: @divalaciMisha Brown: @yourbestiemishaLetters by YOU Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this week’s Fraud Friday, Yvette Nicole Brown (Community, Pupstruction) joins Laci in expressing ongoing disbelief over Candace Owens, a controversial conservative political commentator frequently criticized for spreading blatant falsehoods. Plus, the Trump Organization is once again being accused of fraud, this time, for insurance related to its New York golf course. Stay Schemin’! (Originally Released 12/27/2021) CON-gregation, catch Laci's new TV Show, Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu! Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciYvette Nicole Brown: @yvettenicolebrown Research by Kaelyn Brandt. Sources:https://www.rollingstone.com/politics/politics-features/trump-organization-insurance-investigation-golf-course-1249755/https://www.dailydot.com/debug/freedom-phone-security-issues/https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/josephbernstein/the-newest-star-of-the-trump-movement-ran-a-trump-bashinghttps://newsone.com/4166719/candace-owens-washington-county-republican-party/https://www.phillymag.com/news/2019/09/04/candace-owens-blexit/https://blackamericaweb.com/2021/10/24/every-receipt-proving-candace-owens-is-a-con-artist-who-is-following-the-money/https://medium.com/@randileeharper/an-open-letter-to-social-autopsy-ae64fccdcfe Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It’s been a long time since Laci has truly despised a scammer, but oh baby, today’s scammer, Kaitlyn Braun, takes the cake. CON-gregation, Laci welcomes content queen Lex P (Pour Minds) to the show as they dive into the world of dating scammers and the gross Kaitlyn Braun, the demon terrorizing doulas across multiple countries, getting caught, and shamelessly repeating her schemes. CON-gregation, it’s also time for our first cookout with the doulas and special guest, Kaitlyn Braun, for a much-needed wake-up call. Stay schemin'! CON-gregation, catch Laci's new TV Show Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu!Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspod Laci Mosley: @divalaciLex P: @lex_p_Research by Kathryn Doyle SOURCEShttps://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/kaitlyn-braun-podcast-1.7434673https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/hamilton/doula-associations-scammers-kaitlyn-braun-1.7195274https://www.magzter.com/stories/fashion/Cosmopolitan-US/THE-NEVERENDING-PREGNANCYhttps://app.magellan.ai/listen_links/yPZ95Z Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this week's Fraud Friday, comedian Brian Simpson (Brian Simpson: Live from the Mothership) joins Laci to discuss how a group of British OG’s successfully stole about $19.4 million from the Hatton Garden Safe Deposit Company. Plus, we learn how a Japanese KFC owner popularized fried chicken as the main dish during Christmas time in Japan. Stay Schemin’! (Originally Released 02/14/2022) CON-gregation, catch Laci's new TV Show, Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu! Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciBrian Simpson: @bscomedian Research by Kaelyn Brandt. Sources:https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/9139718/hatton-garden-robbers-where-diamond-wheezers/https://www.nytimes.com/2015/12/13/world/europe/london-hatton-garden-heist.htmlhttps://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2016/jan/23/one-last-job-inside-story-of-the-hatton-garden-heisthttps://www.grunge.com/360175/britains-notorious-great-train-robbery-explained/https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-london-35126667https://www.thejc.com/lifestyle/features/how-we-got-our-hatton-1.66197https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-london-53581840https://www.crimeandinvestigation.co.uk/article/the-hatton-garden-criminalshttps://blog.gaijinpot.com/the-true-story-of-why-people-in-japan-eat-kfc-at-christmas/ Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Love is never easy, and it should never come with a price tag. CON-gregation, get ready for a blessing because Laci is joined by the one and only content queen and makeup maestro, Jessie Woo (host of Jess A Couple Things Podcast). Together, they dive into the wild story of a French woman who was scammed out of $850,000 in her pursuit of love with a man she believed was Brad Pitt. But Fake Brad wasn’t the only imposter looking for love; there were also scammers posing as Keanu Reeves, better known as Keanu Thieves. Stay schemin'! CON-gregation, catch Laci's new TV Show Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu!Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspod Laci Mosley: @divalaciJessie Woo: @thejessiewooResearch by Kathryn Doyle SOURCEShttps://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14281807/scammer-french-brad-pitt.html?ito=social-facebook&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR1RamMgvhheBP_4KtJcGq_VuZZHHy0Mqe3KRvB_RNfbMucODFgRylkr3m0_aem_D0X4sDHnDX7dtOGaMokSswhttps://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/jan/14/french-tv-show-pulled-ridicule-woman-fell-ai-brad-pitthttps://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ckgnz8rw1xgohttps://www.thecut.com/article/scammers-arrested-brad-pitt-scam.htmlhttps://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-8815821/Brad-Pitt-sued-healthcare-CEO-claiming-pocketed-40k-appearance-fees.htmlhttps://www.nbcsandiego.com/nbc-7-responds-2/vista-woman-keanu-reeves-imposter-romance-scam/3700416/https://www.cbsnews.com/news/online-dating-scams-chatbots/ Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week, Diallo Riddle joins us to discuss a legendary con artist who used his ties to notorious crime families in the US to pose as a major music executive, gaining fame and access to lavish perks around the world. Plus, an anonymous group walked away with $3.81 million after creating a viral cryptocurrency named after the popular Netflix show Squid Game. Stay Schemin’! (Originally Released 11/22/2021) CON-gregation, catch Laci's new TV Show, Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu! Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciDiallo Riddle: @diallo Research by Kaelyn Brandt. Sources:https://gizmodo.com/squid-game-cryptocurrency-scammers-make-off-with-2-1-m-1847972824https://www.cbsnews.com/news/jimmy-sabatino-con-man-sentenced-supermax-prison/https://www.miamiherald.com/news/local/article184431698.htmlhttps://www.wired.com/2008/03/la-times-appare/https://www.miaminewtimes.com/news/hip-hop-poseur-jimmy-sabatino-cant-stop-scamming-even-from-prison-6393917https://www.miaminewtimes.com/news/con-kid-6366268https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2776416/Career-man-posed-music-label-exec-scam-Miami-hotels-600-000-presidential-suites-champagne-room-service-sentenced-five-years-prison.htmlhttps://miami.cbslocal.com/2014/11/24/confessions-of-a-con-man/https://www.miaminewtimes.com/news/jimmy-sabatino-accused-yet-again-of-pretending-to-be-record-exec-from-prison-cell-8582893 Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week, sports expert Katie Nolan (Casuals Podcast) joins Laci as they break down the Michigan State football sign-stealing scam fronted by Conner Stallion. Stallion was a noted Michigan super fan who was caught stealing signs to help his favorite team win the season. Stay Stallions, y'all.Check out Katie Nolan's podcast, Casuals, wherever you get your podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/casuals-with-katie-nolan/id1788997372 CON-gregation, catch Laci's new TV Show, Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu! Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspod Laci Mosley: @divalaciKatie Nolan: @natiekolanResearch by Kathryn Doyle SOURCES https://apnews.com/article/michigan-sign-stealing-95693e26541f6181320bd31472cf9529https://www.cbsnews.com/detroit/news/new-documentary-connor-stalions-michigan-sign-stealing-scandal/https://abcnews.go.com/Sports/sources-michigan-staffer-tickets-11-big-ten-schools/story?id=104231259https://theconversation.com/college-athletes-still-are-not-allowed-to-be-paid-by-universities-heres-why-220996Netflix: ‘Untold: Sign Stealer’ Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week, Aida Rodriguez (Aida Rodriguez: Fighting Words) joins Laci to uncover the stylish, all-female gang that terrorized London for much of the 1900s—pulling off daring heists, implementing loyalty, and pinning the blame on their lover boys. Plus, a man pleads guilty in a lost luggage scam resulting in over $300,000 worth of fraudulent claims. Stay Schemin’! (Originally Released 12/13/2021) CON-gregation, catch Laci's new TV Show, Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu! Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciAida Rodriguez: @funnyaida Research by Kaelyn Brandt. Sources:https://theculturetrip.com/europe/united-kingdom/england/london/articles/the-story-behind-londons-notorious-girl-gang-the-forty-elephants/https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-3366655/Such-seductive-shoplifters-Stuffing-loot-bloomers-ruthless-girl-gang-spread-havoc-London-flirting-victims-battering-diamond-ring-knuckle-dusters.htmlhttps://www.nola.com/news/courts/article_bb5397d0-4fbe-11ec-9f2c-8f0e24e5e73a.html Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Some might call him the Deacon of the CONgregation, and today, he’s blessing us with his presence. Laci welcomes her OG comedian bestie, Jacquis Neal (Grand Crew, Dropout TV), to dive into the wild story of phone call phony and teen fraudster Elliot Castro.As his scams unravel, Laci and Jacquis uncover Elliot’s bad-kid teeth, his absentee father—who may or may not have worked on an offshore oil rig—his obsession with credit cards, and his desperate desire to make long-lasting friendships. And just like George Costanza in Seinfeld got caught pretending to be a marine biologist, Elliot eventually gets busted for faking his way through a profession he never actually worked in. Stay schemin'! CON-gregation, catch Laci's new TV Show, Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu!Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspod Laci Mosley: @divalaciJacquis Neal: @jacquisnealResearch by Kathryn Doyle SOURCEShttps://www.vice.com/en/article/how-a-16-year-old-pulled-off-dollar28-million-in-credit-card-fraud/https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-13522475/Teenage-artist-swindled-2-8m-stolen-credit-cards-reveals-caught-just-months-five-year-heist-police-thrown-scent-sob-story.htmlOther People’s Money, Elliot Castro and Neil Forsythhttps://www.heraldscotland.com/news/12174660.bogus-doctor-prompts-review/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fgkf7VGtZfYConfessions of a Teenage Fraudster, BBC Scotland Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week, the sweet and hilarious Priscilla Davies (Monét's Slumber Party, Euphoria) is back to discuss Mamoru Samuragochi, one of Japan’s most beloved composers who was later revealed to be a fraud. Plus, in a longer scammer of the week, we explore the controversy surrounding Kanye West’s Christian private school, Donda Academy. Stay Schemin’! (Originally Released 11/28/2022) CON-gregation, make sure to catch Laci's new TV Show Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu! Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciPriscilla Davies: @pristhegoddess Research by Kaelyn Brandt. Sources:https://www.foxla.com/news/kanye-west-scandal-family-shares-donda-west-academy-experiencehttps://www.cheatsheet.com/entertainment/kanye-west-donda-academy-next-bishop-sycamore.html/https://www.yahoo.com/news/kanye-wests-beleaguered-donda-academy-025415640.html?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAJR_y-zXrCjrZZrUPdgD6O_NgVpq1foqefQUpX4_6gIuyOdp5sDKvSb3VPHDwbJeLeC_hj3579TddiMMveAuCrKtbxamsSGxft4HOv-VQuhdnoI7tqchTbNHDUgQVmtj4pUlluNeizrqt9Pffnm550HiQStRRDjkiF2bHtZ-nuNXhttps://www.tmz.com/2022/10/26/kanye-west-donda-academy-kicked-out-major-basketball-tournament/https://news.yahoo.com/people-questioning-donda-academy-seeing-172028828.htmlhttps://www.musictimes.com/articles/86910/20220916/kanye-west-s-donda-university-labeled-scam-reasons.htm Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Journalism genius and podcast favorite Sam Sanders (Vibe Check, The Sam Sanders Show on KCRW) joins Laci to take down the latest scam hitting the ski slopes. While they may not agree on taking a spin on the ski lift, they’re both all in for cozying up with drinks by the fire and rocking those snow bunny fits. Today’s scheme has it all—Jay Peak, a snowy retreat just 20 minutes from Vermont; Green Cards; mountain makeovers; a man with chilling, soul-piercing eyes; Resorts World; and a sprawling biotech facility set to produce advanced medical devices from dialysis machines to artificial organs. How’s that? Stay schemin'!Check out The Sam Sanders Show on KCRW. Listen to Sam Sings! In honor of Grammy weekend with Billie Eilish’s vocal coach Doug Peck.Sam Sings! with Celebrity Vocal Coach Doug PeckCON-gregation, catch Laci's new TV Show Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu!Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspod Laci Mosley: @divalaciSam Sanders: @samsandersResearch by Kathryn Doyle SOURCEShttps://web.archive.org/web/20241204104720/https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2024/02/05/the-rural-ski-slope-caught-up-in-an-international-scamhttps://www.skimag.com/ski-resort-life/east-coast/how-jay-peak-owners-defrauded-investors/https://www.nytimes.com/2024/02/28/travel/jay-peak-vermont.htmlhttps://www.wcax.com/2022/04/13/kingdom-con-history-vermonts-biggest-fraud-case/https://www.newenglandskihistory.com/Vermont/jaypeak.phphttps://www.floridabulldog.org/2018/11/key-biscayne-businessman-orchestrated-200-million-rip-off-against-foreign-investors-seeking-green-cards/https://pnxborderlaw.com/2018/09/09/sec-files-complaint-against-joel-burstein-for-conduct-related-to-the-jay-peak-eb-5-fraud/ Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week, Kimia Behpoornia (Atypical, Reboot) joins Laci to discuss how the FBI was looking into a woman who spent considerable time at Trump’s Mar-A-Lago estate, claiming to be an heiress. Plus, a manga artist was scammed out of 75 million yen by someone who claimed to be Mark Ruffalo. Stay Schemin’! (Originally Released 10/10/2022) CON-gregation, make sure to catch Laci's new TV Show Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu! Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciKimia Behpoornia: @childclown Research by Kaelyn Brandt. Sources:https://newsinteractive.post-gazette.com/anna-de-rothschild-trump-mar-a-lago-security-fbi-investigation/https://www.occrp.org/en/investigations/inventing-anna-ukrainian-born-scammer-posed-with-trump-and-wandered-mar-a-lagohttps://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11151329/PICTURED-Ex-husband-Ukrainian-posed-Rothschild-infiltrate-Mar-Lago-meet-Trump.htmlhttps://www.asahi.com/ajw/articles/14722566 Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The incomparable and hilarious Danny Pudi (Community, Going Dutch, Mythic Quest) joins Laci on today’s episode to talk about the ultimate discount: the five-finger discount. Laci entertains cousin Danny with tales of Lululemon looters, the TikTok Target thief, and a private island owner who stole from K-Mart. Danny shares his altar boy church scam, while Laci and the crew lose their minds trying to name a buttercrunch toffee chocolate commonly found at Ross stores. Plus, Danny discloses his passion for healthy floor grass and finding balance in daily life. Stay schemin'! Check out Danny and Laci on Going Dutch! https://www.fox.com/going-dutch/ CON-gregation, make sure to catch Laci's new TV Show Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu! Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspod Laci Mosley: @divalaciDanny Pudi: @danielpudi Research by Kathryn Doyle SOURCEShttps://www.nytimes.com/2024/11/24/business/lululemon-theft-connecticut-couple.htmlhttps://connecticut.news12.com/danbury-couple-charged-in-ring-suspected-of-stealing-1-million-in-lululemon-clotheshttps://kstp.com/kstp-news/local-news/couple-arrested-in-minnesota-alleged-to-be-behind-1m-lululemon-theft-conspiracy/https://westfaironline.com/fairfield/tiktokers-from-danbury-busted-in-1m-shoplifting-refund-scheme/?print=printhttps://www.fastcompany.com/91235908/a-tiktok-influencer-was-arrested-for-shoplifting-in-florida-after-posting-a-video-showing-her-target-haulhttps://www.nytimes.com/2024/11/25/us/tiktok-influencer-shoplifting-target.htmlhttps://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-47868321https://www.flkeysnews.com/news/local/article228779659.html Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What’s poppin’ con-gregation? This week, JB Smoove joins us to discuss an Italian artist who sold an invisible statue for thousands of dollars. Plus, a Florida man is charged with impersonating a doctor while injecting botox into patients while drinking. Stay schemin’! (Originally Released 07/05/2021) CON-gregation, make sure to catch Laci's new TV Show Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu! Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciJB Smoove: @ohsnapjbsmoove Research by Kaelyn Brandt. Sources:https://www.republicworld.com/entertainment-news/whats-viral/artist-sells-invisible-sculpture-for-over-rs-13-lakh-says-the-vacuum-is-nothing.htmlhttps://www.forbes.com/sites/augustinefou/2021/06/04/artist-sells-invisible-sculpture-adtech-sells-the-same-thing/?sh=1676ed0b67a0https://hypebeast.com/2021/6/salvatore-garau-lo-sono-invisible-sculpture-18k-usd-sale Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week, Jordan Carlos joins us to discuss how, during the 1970s, the FBI hired Mel Weinberg, a career con man, to tackle some of Washington’s biggest politicians. This story inspired the movie American Hustle! Laci and Jordan dive into growing up in Dallas near the same churches, driving a Ford, and the con of writing ad commercials. Plus, Late Night Talk Show Host John Oliver is scamming the scammers…Congress, that is. Stay schemin’! CON-gregation, make sure to catch Laci's new TV Show Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu! Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspod Laci Mosley: @divalaciJordan Carlos: @jordancarlosofficialResearch done by Kaelyn Brandt SOURCEShttps://www.rollingstone.com/tv/tv-news/last-week-tonight-john-oliver-recap-season-9-episode-7-congress-data-1335598/https://www.nytimes.com/2018/06/06/obituaries/mel-weinberg-dead-abscam-informant.htmlhttps://www.nj.com/inside-jersey/2013/11/jersey_hustle_the_real-life_story_of_abscam.htmlhttps://www.fbi.gov/history/famous-cases/abscamhttps://www.senate.gov/about/powers-procedures/expulsion/140HarrisonWilliams_expulsion.htm Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It’s the iCarly, Scam Goddess crossover we’ve all been waiting for! We got Miranda Cosgrove and Nathan Kress discussing Cassie Chadwick, who at the turn of the 20th century became one of the US’ foremost accomplished fraudsters. Plus, a Florida man is charged with 114 counts of various fraud, after he was caught in an alleged decades-long scheme to defraud Florida State’s Division of Unclaimed Property. Stay Schemin’! (Originally Released 6/14/2022) CON-gregation, make sure to catch Laci's new TV Show Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu! Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciMiranda Cosgrove: @mirandacosgroveNathan Kress: @nathankress Research by Kaelyn Brandt. Sources:https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/the-high-priestess-of-fraudulent-finance-45/https://www.thevintagenews.com/2016/11/22/the-turbulent-life-of-cassie-chadwick-the-impostor-who-claimed-to-be-carnegies-illegitimate-daughter/https://www.wctv.tv/2021/07/13/man-faces-114-charges-alleged-2-million-unclaimed-property-fraud-scheme/ Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

CON-gregation, US Rep. George Santos' sentencing has been delayed so he can keep making podcasts! What?! Here's a refresher on this fraudster with a legitimate podcast host Brittany Luse (NPR’s It’s Been A Minute A Minute) joining Laci to discuss the disgraced former CON-gressman, who is making history as the most fraudulent politician to have been elected to Congress. Plus, a man who has been using Chance the Rapper’s name to scam two victims out of tens of thousands of dollars has been arrested. Stay Schemin! Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspod Laci Mosley: @divalaciBrittany Luse: @bmluse Research done by Kaelyn Brandt. SOURCEShttps://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/accused-con-artist-arrested-after-cbs-2-investigation/https://www.nytimes.com/2023/01/12/nyregion/george-santos-donors-fund-raising.htmlhttps://www.nytimes.com/2022/12/19/nyregion/george-santos-ny-republicans.htmlhttps://www.forbes.com/sites/saradorn/2023/01/13/george-santos-everything-the-embattled-congressman-has-lied-about/?sh=357d28854557https://nypost.com/2022/12/26/rep-elect-george-santos-admits-fabricating-key-details-of-his-bio/https://nymag.com/intelligencer/2023/01/george-santos-the-luckiest-liar-in-politics.htmlhttps://www.nytimes.com/2023/01/13/nyregion/george-santos-republicans-lies.htmlhttps://www.latimes.com/opinion/letters-to-the-editor/story/2023-01-14/george-santos-election-fraudhttps://www.npr.org/2023/01/17/1149491284/martin-luther-king-mlk-statue-boston-consternation-laughs-reaction-coretta Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What’s poppin’ con-gregation? Jonathan Van Ness joins us to discuss how Margaret Keane didn’t know that her husband, Walter Keane, was taking credit for her famous “Big Eyed” children paintings popularized during the 1950s and 60s. Plus, find out how one woman found a stack of 70 Chase bank credit cards in her mailbox. Stay Schemin’! (Originally Released 7/26/2022) Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciJonathan Van Ness: @jvn Sources:https://www.cbc.ca/radio/outintheopen/deception-effects-1.4628704/how-margaret-keane-helped-deceive-the-art-world-1.4629030https://www.theguardian.com/artanddesign/2014/oct/26/art-fraud-margaret-walter-keane-tim-burton-biopichttps://www.widewalls.ch/magazine/margaret-and-walter-keane-art-fraud Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Legendary comedian Margaret Cho joins the CONgregation as a self-proclaimed deacon. Margaret helps Laci uncover the surprising connection between Prince, Michael Jackson, and the art of smooth talk—and how it all leads to wire fraud scammer Tanya Smith, who, to her chagrin, is the last person you’d expect to pull one over on the FBI. Laci and Margaret also dive into a "purr-fectly" peculiar lesson about buying a new pet with gift cards and so much more. Stay schemin'! Check out Margaret's new single "Lucky Gift" and tickets to her Live and Livid stand-up tour are on sale now at https://margaretcho.com/tour/ Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspod Laci Mosley: @divalaciMargaret Cho:@margaret_cho Research by Kate Doyle. SOURCEShttps://www.nytimes.com/2024/08/28/books/review/never-saw-me-coming-tanya-smith.htmlhttps://www.theguardian.com/books/article/2024/aug/22/tanya-smith-stole-40m-evaded-fbi-broke-out-prisonhttps://www.instagram.com/neversawmecomingbook/reel/C_egcnYPTTT/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0zfS7IYWx-khttps://www.chicagotribune.com/1986/09/24/twin-sisters-found-guilty-of-fraud/ Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Comedian Caleb Hearon (Jurassic World Dominion) returns to discuss Norman Baker, a vaudevillian, business-owner, and radio-show host in the 1800’s who claimed to have a cure for cancer. Plus, a Hong Kong student has been arrested after participating in an elaborate kidnapping to scam her parents out of ransom money. Stay schemin’! (Originally Released 10/24/2022) Signed copies of Laci's book are back in stock on Podswag:https://www.podswag.com/collections/scam-goddess/products/signed-scam-goddess-lessons-from-a-life-of-cons-grifts-and-schemes Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciCaleb Hearon: @calebsaysthings Research by Kaelyn Brandt. SOURCES:https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/news/hong-kong/article/3194630/student-arrested-hong-kong-role-fake-kidnapping-scamhttps://fsuspecialcollections.wordpress.com/2022/06/01/norman-baker-and-the-naked-truth/https://historycollection.com/norman-baker-man-claimed-cure-cancer/https://encyclopediaofarkansas.net/entries/norman-baker-4885/https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/charlatan-ozarks-still-looms-over-haunted-crescent-hotel-180973743/ Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This New Years Eve we thought we'd revisit a classic ep so at midnight you can count down all the ways that so-called civil rights activist Jeffrey Shaun King has continued his scamming ways. Also, a worker in Chile accidentally got paid 286 times his salary. Stay schemin’! (Originally Released 07/18/2022) Signed copies of Laci's book are back in stock on Podswag:https://www.podswag.com/collections/scam-goddess/products/signed-scam-goddess-lessons-from-a-life-of-cons-grifts-and-schemes Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspod Laci Mosley: @divalaciAshley Ray: @theashleyray Research by Kaelyn Brandt. SOURCEShttps://www.blackenterprise.com/shaun-king-daughter-kendi-has-a-word-family-move/https://www.blackenterprise.com/calvin-crime-black-twitter-rips-shaun-king-after-he-begs-for-money-for-new-fashion-line/https://twitter.com/MrErnestOwens/status/1407733142769831944?s=20&t=XD6Se6jkQmSc6OPoI2L_bwhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jwxI_DE4S0Ahttps://jezebel.com/samaria-rice-asks-shaun-king-accused-grifter-how-the-1847160251https://www.blackenterprise.com/grifter-or-nah-shaun-king-lives-it-up-in-luxe-jersey-estate-while-begging-for-money-for-his-wife/https://www.yahoo.com/video/shaun-king-asks-assistance-move-153036273.htmlhttps://www.newsonyx.com/update-shaun-king-accused-of-clothing-line-scam/https://scoop.upworthy.com/his-company-accidentally-paid-him-286-times-his-salary-so-he-promptly-resigned-and-disappeared Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jamie Lee (Ted Lasso) joins the CONgregation to discuss an IT help website that accidentally turns into the go-to URL for people seeking murder for hire. Plus, a 50-year-old man tricks twitter followers using FaceApp! Stay schemin'! (Originally Released 04/05/2021) Signed copies of Laci's book are back in stock on Podswag:https://www.podswag.com/collections/scam-goddess/products/signed-scam-goddess-lessons-from-a-life-of-cons-grifts-and-schemes Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciJamie Lee: @reallyjamielee Research by Sharilyn Vera. SOURCES:https://www.rollingstone.com/culture/culture-features/rent-a-hitman-wendy-wein-murder-for-hire-sting-operation-1066756/https://www.sfgate.com/bayarea/article/it-expert-bob-innes-rent-a-hitman-murder-13086065.phphttps://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-5966845/DIY-detective-snared-string-killers.htmlhttps://www.vice.com/en/article/y3g88m/viral-japanese-biker-transformation-woman-faceapphttps://twitter.com/Kai_97R/status/1360039242882187264? Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Scam-ta baby, ‘tis the season for some holiday ho-ho-hoodwinks with Bridger Winegar (I Said No Gifts!) to find out how the organizers of SantaCon, an Italian social media influencer, and the planners of a kids’ winter wonderland experience all ended up on the Scam Goddess naughty list. Could the reason of the season be to stay schemin'? You'll find Bridger's podcast 'I Said No Gifts!' here: www.exactlyrightmedia.com/i-said-no-gifts Signed copies of Laci's book are back in stock on Podswag:https://www.podswag.com/collections/scam-goddess/products/signed-scam-goddess-lessons-from-a-life-of-cons-grifts-and-schemes Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspod Laci Mosley: @divalaciBridger Winegar: @bridgerwinegar & @isaidnogifts Research by Jack Pineda. SOURCEShttps://newrepublic.com/post/177441/santacon-isnt-just-obnoxioushttps://www.instagram.com/santacon/p/CzzvNg8q8LQ/https://www.theguardian.com/world/2024/jan/13/chiara-ferragni-italy-influencers-charity-christmas-cake-scandalhttps://www.reuters.com/world/europe/italys-meloni-takes-aim-influencer-ferragni-over-misleading-claims-2023-12-17/https://au.lifestyle.yahoo.com/mum-warning-scam-santa-event-fyre-festival-for-kids-winter-village-south-australia-020039916.htmlhttps://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/adeonibada/christmas-event-fyre-festival-kids https://x.com/tom_tanuki/status/1339131734508462081 Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week, Jon Gabrus (High and Mighty) joins the CONgregation to discuss Albert Rosenberg, the man who married the heir to the Ovaltine fortune and charmed woman across continents. Plus, a 22-year-old New Jersey man is on the hook after committing unemployment fraud and bragging about it on Instagram. Stay Schemin’! (Originally Released 12/19/2022) Signed copies of Laci's book are back in stock on Podswag:https://www.podswag.com/collections/scam-goddess/products/signed-scam-goddess-lessons-from-a-life-of-cons-grifts-and-schemes Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciJon Gabrus: @gabrus Research by Kaelyn Brandt. SOURCES:https://torontolife.com/city/yorkville-swindler-albert-rosenberg/https://www.cbc.ca/documentaries/the-passionate-eye/toronto-s-yorkville-swindler-the-story-of-con-man-albert-rosenberg-in-his-own-words-1.6616921https://www.nj.com/news/2022/05/nj-man-stole-150k-in-10-state-unemployment-fraud-feds-say.htmlhttps://www.justice.gov/usao-nj/pr/camden-county-man-charged-fraud-connection-unemployment-insurance-benefits Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's time to dish the dirt on disgraced NYC Mayor Eric Adams and we couldn't do it without CONgregation VIPs Sydnee Washington & Marie Faustin (hosts of the new iHeartPodcast "MESS"). We get into all of Eric's bizarre quotes, his questionable choices as Mayor, and what led to his criminal indictment, including pop star Sabrina Carpenter's involvement! Plus, Laci opens the show sharing an infuriating scam story of her own. Stay schemin'! Sydnee & Marie's new iHeartPodcast “MESS” is available to stream on the iHeartRadio app or wherever you get your podcasts. New episodes drop every Thursday. Signed copies of Laci's book are back in stock on Podswag:https://www.podswag.com/collections/scam-goddess/products/signed-scam-goddess-lessons-from-a-life-of-cons-grifts-and-schemes Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciSydnee Washington: @justsydbwMarie Faustin: @reeezy Research by Kate Doyle. SOURCES:https://apnews.com/article/eric-adams-criminal-charges-fbi-indictment-c0a5a81540cd6394bfa18a0bf965be0fhttps://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2021/08/eric-adams-police-new-york/619869/https://tableofsuccess.hellgatenyc.com/bishop-lamor-whitehead/https://www.newyorker.com/news/our-local-correspondents/how-eric-adams-started-mentoring-a-con-manhttps://www.politico.com/news/magazine/2022/03/11/eric-adams-nyc-mayor-profile-00016106https://nypost.com/2021/06/01/eric-adams-i-was-once-a-squeegee-man-and-i-know-how-to-deal-with-it/https://www.vice.com/en/article/nyc-mayoral-candidate-eric-adams-bizarre-contraband-video-interview/https://www.politico.com/news/2024/09/26/adams-indictment-focuses-on-connections-to-turkey-00181186https://moneyweek.com/economy/people/eric-adams-the-new-york-city-mayor-charged-with-corruptionhttps://www.vox.com/politics/374402/eric-adams-indictment-turkeyhttps://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/local/adams-brother-to-leave-city-hall-security-job-one-year-after-controversial-hire/4122801/https://nymag.com/intelligencer/article/all-the-bribes-eric-adams-allegedly-accepted-from-turkey.htmlhttps://www.rollingstone.com/politics/politics-features/trump-eric-adams-new-york-pardon-1235195063/https://www.nytimes.com/2024/12/06/nyregion/eric-adams-republican.html Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bryan Safi (ABC's 911) is here to discuss LGBTQI Icon Geraldine Elizabeth Carmichael, a car executive who attempted to sell the Dale, a fuel-efficient three-wheeled car in response to the 1974 oil crisis. Plus, a corrupt NYPD Officer steals thousands of dollars in rent and deposit money for a Queens apartment. Stay schemin’! CW: There are non-graphic mentions of violence against a trans woman in this episode. (Originally Released 11/01/2021) Signed copies of Laci's book are back in stock on Podswag:https://www.podswag.com/collections/scam-goddess/products/signed-scam-goddess-lessons-from-a-life-of-cons-grifts-and-schemes Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciBryan Safi: @bryansafi Research by Kaelyn Brandt. SOURCES:https://www.wpr.org/lady-and-dale-stranger-fiction-life-liz-carmichaelhttps://www.oprahdaily.com/entertainment/tv-movies/a35325931/liz-carmichael-wife-kids/https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2021/jan/29/the-lady-and-the-dale-trans-docuseries-liz-carmichaelhttps://www.vulture.com/article/the-lady-and-the-dale-hbo-series-review.htmlhttps://time.com/5935209/lady-and-the-dale-true-story/https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2021/01/10280883/elizabeth-carmichael-crimes-wife-family-deathhttps://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/nyc-crime/ny-cop-scam-rental-queens-new-victims-20211010-yubraro23fei7oierglzlw35gu-story.html Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

If you got unemployed roommates, put your headphones ON as today things get a lil' raunchy with Brandon Kyle Goodman, the host of the new "Tell Me Something Messy" podcast from iHeartMedia's Outspoken Podcast Network. Brandon helps us discuss Alan Todd May—a career criminal who started out committing check fraud and ended up hoodwinking investors out of millions by pretending he was an oil tycoon. Stay schemin'! This story was primarily reported by Charles Bethea in his 2024 New Yorker article “The Fake Oilman”:https://www.newyorker.com/news/letter-from-the-south/the-fake-oilman Signed copies of Laci's book are back in stock on Podswag:https://www.podswag.com/collections/scam-goddess/products/signed-scam-goddess-lessons-from-a-life-of-cons-grifts-and-schemes Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciBrandon Kyle Goodman: @brandonkylegoodman Research by Kate Doyle. SOURCES:https://www.newyorker.com/news/letter-from-the-south/the-fake-oilmanhttps://www.justice.gov/archive/usao/txn/PressRel12/may_sen_pr.htmlhttps://www.courthousenews.com/dallas-man-gets-20-years-for-7-million-scam/https://archives.fbi.gov/archives/dallas/press-releases/2010/dl120610.htmhttps://www.cbsnews.com/colorado/news/colorado-fugitive-alan-todd-may-captured-florida-leading-posh-lifestyle-flaunting-wealth/https://www.dallasobserver.com/news/alan-todd-may-once-a-fugitive-always-a-con-man-gets-20-years-for-ripping-off-investors-7131761https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100012714728976 Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Comedian Atsuko Okatsuka joins the show to discuss how Dan Mallory, the author of the best-selling novel “The Woman in the Window,” took many of the plot points from deception and fraud in his own life of publishing. Plus, Elizabeth Holmes, the founder of Theranos, was sentenced to more than 11 years in prison. Stay schemin’! (Originally Released 12/05/2022) 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: @divalaciAtsuko Okatsuka: @atsukocomedy Research by Kaelyn Brandt. SOURCES:https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2019/02/11/a-suspense-novelists-trail-of-deceptionshttps://www.nj.com/news/2022/05/nj-man-stole-150k-in-10-state-unemployment-fraud-feds-say.htmlhttps://www.nj.com/news/2022/11/unemployment-scammer-who-stole-400k-bragged-on-instagram-pleads-guilty.htmlhttps://www.thecut.com/2019/02/the-best-character-in-the-dan-mallory-scammer-story.htmlhttps://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-47144368 Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Comedy writer and self-proclaimed scammer Gilli Nissim (The Other Two) joins the Con-gregation to help Laci discuss Guru Jagat—aka white woman Katie Griggs—who's the kundalini yoga cult leader and conspiracy theorist subject of the new HBO docuseries "Breath of Fire." But first, Gilli teaches us how to scam your way to cash and prizes by running an old-fashioned scavenger hunt. DISCLAIMER: This episode will dishearten all fans of Yogi Tea and Kettle Chips. Stay schemin'! This story was primarily reported by Hayley Phelan in her 2021 Vanity Fair profile "The Second Coming of Guru Jagat" and the new HBO docuseries "Breath of Fire" based on her writing. 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: @divalaciGilli Nissim: @time2getgill Research by Kate Doyle.SOURCES:https://www.vanityfair.com/style/2021/11/the-second-coming-of-guru-jagathttps://www.max.com/shows/breath-of-fire/64f63cfe-94c5-4f33-835a-68915f1f4960https://time.com/7096209/breath-of-fire-hbo-guru-jagat/https://laist.com/podcasts/imperfectparadise/queen-of-conspiracy-theorieshttps://www.npr.org/2023/01/02/1146318331/yoga-guru-qanon-conspiracy-theorieshttps://www.marieclaire.com/culture/tv-shows/who-is-guru-jagat-breath-of-fire/https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/russell-brand-magic-amulet-wifi-airestech-tiktok-b2629426.htmlhttps://www.3ho.org/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CjMnhthTV-0&t=3157shttps://www.instagram.com/robotic_disaster/ Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Danielle Pinnock (Ghosts, Young Sheldon) joins the Con-gregation to discuss Nakesia Washington, a scamming travel agent who specialized in planning trips for the Essence Festival, only to leave clients high and dry. Plus, romance fraud is on the rise and one man sends nearly $500,000 to a love interest he never met. Stay schemin’! (Originally Released 04/11/2022) 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: @divalaciDanielle Pinnock: @bodycourage Research by Kaelyn Brandt. SOURCES:https://www.blackenterprise.com/travel-agent-arrested-essence-festival/https://www.nola.com/news/courts/article_1966499c-9d9e-11e9-874b-9b8a792ac22f.htmlhttps://www.wdsu.com/article/she-hurt-a-lot-of-people-bbb-says-about-obl-travel-owner-after-getting-45-complaints/22692013https://www.lipstickalley.com/threads/essence-fest-scam-obl-travel-many-claimed-they-have-lost-thousands.1688299/https://alwaysalist.com/?p=15543 Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andy Richter (The Three Questions, Conan) joins the Con-gregation to break down the story of the An0m encrypted cell phone—a phone branded as "by criminals for criminals"—and international gangster Maximilian "Microsoft" Rivkin who became a criminal influencer for the company. Make sure you listen 'til the end 'cause there's a twist! Stay schemin'! This story was primarily reported by Joseph Cox in his book Dark Wire:https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/joseph-cox/dark-wire/9781541702691/ Listen to the Andy Richter Call-In Show: Wednesdays on SiriusXM's Conan O'Brien Radio (Channel 104) 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: @divalaciAndy Richter: @richtercommaandy Research by Jack Pineda. SOURCES:https://www.wired.com/story/inside-biggest-fbi-sting-operation-in-history/https://books.google.com/books/about/Dark_Wire.html?id=L9faEAAAQBAJhttps://therecord.media/maximilian-rivkin-fbi-europol-reward-anom-encrypted-phoneshttps://www.theaustralian.com.au/nation/the-us-and-sweden-have-put-a-bounty-on-the-head-of-alleged-an0m-gangster-maximilian-rivkin/news-story/1a92d24061aa3cf4d1e55bf458bd1de9https://www.vice.com/en/article/anom-phone-arcaneos-fbi-backdoor/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-the-best-phone-to-do-crimes-on/id1614253637?i=1000665605260 Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Cody Ziglar (Futurama, Rick and Morty) joins the Con-gregation to talk about an ex-convict claiming to be the reincarnation of Scientology founder L. Ron Hubbard. Plus, a teen allegedly steals nearly $1 million from a Kroger grocery store. Stay schemin'! (Originally Released 05/03/2021) 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: @divalaciCody Ziglar: @yayforzig Research by Sharilyn Vera SOURCES:https://www.vice.com/en/article/3kgkwv/this-guy-claims-to-be-the-reincarnation-of-l-ron-hubbardhttps://www.businessinsider.com/craziest-scientology-facts-leah-remini-2017-1#there-are-at-least-two-mansions-in-california-that-are-maintained-staffed-and-stocked-with-food-in-the-event-of-hubbards-return-wright-says-18https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/atlanta-area-teen-stole-nearly-1m-kroger-grocery-store-over-n1255199https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JR03drjMuIU Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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/ Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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 Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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 Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.