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Ep 225The Audacity of Carl Erik Rinsch w/ Beth Stelling

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What’s poppin’ congregation? This week, comedian Beth Stelling joins the show to discuss Carl Erik Rinsch who sold a sci-fi series. Netflix paid more than $50 million for a show, but it never existed. Stay Schemin’! Check out Beth Stelling’s Netflix special entitled Beth Stelling: If You Didn’t Want Me Then. https://www.netflix.com/title/81713592 It’s real and it’s really funny. Follow on Instagram: Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaci Beth Stelling: @bethstelling Research by Kaelyn Brandt SOURCEShttps://www.nytimes.com/2023/11/22/business/carl-rinsch-netflix-conquest.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.

Jan 16, 20241h 21m

Fraud Friday: The Bread Bamboozler w/ Sam Richardson

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Happy Fraud Fridays Con-gregation! We revisit our episode with the Emmy Award winning comedian and actor Sam Richardson about a bogus UK baker with no oven and a fake government scam. Also, a Bruno Mars catfish story gone wrong. Stay Schemin'!This was recorded March 1st, 2021.Research by Sharilyn VeraSources: https://www.lancs.live/news/lancashire-news/dishonest-baker-who-warmed-freshly-19447322https://www.billboard.com/articles/news/9524664/bruno-mars-impersonator-scams-texas-woman-out-of-100000https://www.tmz.com/2021/02/10/bruno-mars-catfish-texas-100k-money/ 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.

Jan 12, 20241h 2m

Ep 224I’m Gay, Not Blind: Scam Goddess Live in Chicago w/ Sydnee Washington, Skyler Higley & Ashley Ray

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What’s Poppin’ Congregation? This week, Scam Goddess is Live from the Den Theatre in Chicago. Comedians Sydnee Washington, Skyler Higley and Ashley Ray help break down the man whose scam that took the windy city and the nation by storm, Jussie Smollett. Stay Schemin’! This was recorded at Nov. 11th 2023. Research by Kaelyn Brandt, Emily Jones and Laci Mosley Sources: https://nationalpost.com/news/man-arrested-after-faking-20-heart-attacks-to-avoid-paying-restaurant-bills#:~: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.

Jan 9, 20241h 22m

Fraud Friday: The Fake Aretha Franklin w/ Yvonne Orji

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It’s Fraud Fridays! We revisit our episode with comedian Yvonne Orji to discuss the Aretha Franklin impostor who found herself performing as the Quasi Queen of Soul. Plus, a woman is finally arrested after twenty-two attempts to sneak on flights. Stay schemin! Research by Sharilyn Vera. SOURCES:https://www.smithsonianmag.com/arts-culture/counterfeit-queen-soul-180969340/https://www.todayifoundout.com/index.php/2020/04/the-bizarre-story-of-the-imitation-queen-of-soul/https://www.sfgate.com/travel/article/Woman-with-history-of-airliner-stowaways-arrested-16033015.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.

Jan 5, 202446 min

Ep 223Re-Release: The Thieving Thespian w/ Jack O'Brien

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What's poppin, con-gregation? Jack O'Brien joins the show to discuss an actor who hoodwinked millions from movie investors. Plus, MAGA supporters get conned by the Trump campaign. Stay schemin! Research by Sharilyn Vera SOURCES https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2021-04-06/hollywood-actor-zach-avery-ponzi-scheme-arresthttps://www.imdb.com/name/nm4878976/https://www.cnn.com/2021/04/07/business/zach-avery-actor-alleged-ponzi-scheme/index.htmlhttps://nymag.com/intelligencer/2021/04/trumps-campaign-scammed-donors-auto-checked-box.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.

Jan 2, 20241h 3m

Fraud Friday: Lil' Ponzi Schemer w/ Rosebud Baker

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What's poppin' con-gregation? This week, we revisit our episode with comedian Rosebud Baker discussing a teenage nightclub owner who used a ponzi scheme to try and keep his business afloat. Plus, Fox News promotes livestock deworming medication (Ivermectin) as a cure for covid...it's definitely not. Stay Schemin'! Research by Kaelyn Brandt Sources:https://www.vice.com/en/article/avyygg/the-connecticut-nightclub-guru-accused-of-running-a-ponzi-scheme-as-a-teenager-1111https://www.newstimes.com/local/article/Feds-say-convicted-Danbury-club-owner-still-9199854.php?_ga=2.171789024.1346735586.1629584209-1373168516.1629584209#taboola-1https://www.ctpost.com/local/article/Out-of-jail-Ian-Bick-wants-to-get-back-in-the-13590198.php#photo-16877686https://www.newstimes.com/news/article/Young-entrepreneur-has-vision-for-city-s-future-5084022.phphttps://www.nytimes.com/2021/08/21/world/ivermectin-fda-covid-19-treatment.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.

Dec 29, 20231h 2m

Ep 222Re-Release: Santa Claus Con w/ Larry Owens

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What's poppin' con-gregation? This week, we have Larry Owens discussing John Duval Gluck, the conman who popularized writing letters to Santa Claus in the beginning of the 20th century. Plus, investors involved in the "Evolving Apes" NFT project learned that scams are very fungible. Stay Schemin'! Research by Kaelyn Brandt SOURCEShttps://www.vice.com/en/article/y3dyem/investors-spent-millions-on-evolved-apes-nfts-then-they-got-scammedhttps://nypost.com/2015/09/20/meet-the-con-artist-who-popularized-writing-to-santa-claus/https://www.historyextra.com/period/20th-century/the-con-man-who-saved-christmas/https://ny.curbed.com/2015/11/30/9895926/the-strange-story-of-nycs-santa-claus-building-that-never-was 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.

Dec 26, 20231h 7m

Fraud Friday: The Last Ride of Peggy Jo w/ James Mastraieni

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Happy Fraud Friday! This week, we revisit our episode with comedian James Mastraieni where we first learn the epic tale of a Dallas bank robber who fooled authorities throughout the 90s dressed as a cowboy. Plus, a mother of three sues a woman who used her children as props in a crowdfunding scheme generating hundreds of thousands of dollars. Research by Kaelyn Brandt Sources: https://www.texasmonthly.com/articles/the-last-ride-of-cowboy-bob/https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/503647/cowboy-bob-mysterious-middle-aged-bank-robber-who-fooled-fbihttps://www.spokesman.com/stories/2005/may/06/bank-robber-shot-dead-in-texas/https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/53001390/peggy-jo-tallas 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.

Dec 22, 20231h 11m

Ep 221Seduce and Scheme w/ KaMillion & Jonica Booth

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What’s Poppin’ Con-gregation? This week, KaMillion and Jonica Booth, stars from the hit HBO show Rap Sh!t join the show. They discuss rapper Teejayx6, one of the many rappers out of Detroit who have created a sub-genre of hip-hop: scam rap. Stay Schemin’! Recorded on Monday, December 11th, 2023. Research by Kaelyn BrandtSources:https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/nielaorr/drake-city-girls-summer-scammers-periodhttps://pitchfork.com/news/city-girls-jt-released-from-prison-drops-new-song-jt-first-day-out-listen/https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2022/03/11/magazine/scam-rap.htmlhttps://www.wired.com/story/teejayx6-scam-rap/https://www.detroitnews.com/story/news/local/detroit-city/2019/03/07/feds-throw-shade-indicted-detroit-rapper-selfmade-kash/3091388002/https://www.michigandaily.com/arts/teejayx6-shittyboyz-and-rise-scam-rap/https://www.vice.com/en/article/kz4qn9/what-is-scam-rap-detroit-teejayx6-selfmade-kashhttps://www.vulture.com/2018/11/city-girls-on-scamming-drake-and-jt-going-to-prison.htmlhttps://www.thecut.com/2018/09/city-girls-are-more-like-you-than-you-think.htmlhttps://www.foxla.com/news/edd-rapper-who-bragged-about-unemployment-fraud-sentenced-to-6-years-in-prison 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.

Dec 19, 202354 min

Fraud Friday: The Windling Water Park w/ Jenny Yang

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Happy Fraud Fridays! This week, we revisit our episode with Jenny Yang who joins us to discuss Action Park, an amusement and water park that was extremely dangerous and the home to a series of money laundering schemes, shady money and scams. Plus, a man is accused of stealing expensive caviar meant for research for lunch among co-workers. Stay Schemin'!Researched by Kaelyn BrandtSOURCES: Class Action Park, a documentary by Seth Porges and Chris Charles Scott IIIhttps://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-2001-jun-05-sp-6678-story.htmlhttps://thecinemaholic.com/is-eugene-mulvihill-still-alive/Exactly Right Network’s My Favorite Murder, Episode 193https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2021/feb/12/sturgeon-wisconsin-state-biologist-caviar-scamhttps://fox11online.com/news/crime/dnrs-koenigs-pleads-not-guilty-to-blocking-sturgeon-caviar-investigationhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sturgeon 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.

Dec 15, 20231h 1m

Ep 220The Furniture Forger w/ Danielle Pinnock & Jack Wallace

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What’s Poppin’ Con-gregation? This week, Danielle Pinnock & Jack Wallace join the show to discuss how Bill Pallot, one of the most famous men in the French furniture world, admitted to police that he had forged at least four chairs built for France’s royal household. Stay Schemin’! Recorded on November 06, 2023 Research by Kaelyn Brandt Sources: https://www.gqmagazine.fr/pop-culture/gq-enquete/articles/bill-pallot-gentleman-arnaqueur/52117https://www.vanityfair.com/style/2018/07/how-a-sneaky-furniture-expert-tricked-versailleshttps://www.appraiseyourart.com/caroline-ashleighs-blog/600-the-scandal-that-rocked-the-french-art-world.htmlhttps://www.moxieservices.com/blog/5-facts-you-may-not-know-about-mice/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-WluxOBmo6shttps://www.forbes.com/sites/brittanyanas/2023/10/31/an-actress-on-strike-started-doing-parisian-bed-bug-skits-on-instagram-and-inspired-a-hilarious-halloween-costume-trend/?sh=402525cb564a 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.

Dec 12, 20231h 10m

Fraud Friday: Oops!, I Scammed You Again: Britney Spears' Conservatorship

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It's Fraud Friday! This week, we revisit our Britney Spears Episode! Comedians Tess Barker and Babs Gray, hosts of the Toxic: The Britney Spears Story podcast, join us to discuss the scam that is the Britney Spears' conservatorship. Plus, a Danish museum is duped by a concept artist, who literally took the money and ran!This was recorded on Oct. 1st 2021.Research By Kaelyn BrandtSOURCES:https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2021/07/10589818/britney-spears-money-conservators-jamie-spears-returnhttps://www.vulture.com/2021/06/britney-spears-petition-to-end-conservatorship-guide.htmlhttps://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2021/06/10545139/britney-spears-conservatorship-legal-abuse-dangeroushttps://www.newyorker.com/news/american-chronicles/britney-spears-conservatorship-nightmarehttps://variety.com/2021/music/news/britney-spears-full-statement-conservatorship-1235003940/https://www.billboard.com/articles/news/9445409/britney-spears-conservatorship-timeline/https://www.forbes.com/sites/maddieberg/2021/02/17/britney-spears-net-worth-revealed--and-its-shockingly-low-compared-to-her-pop-peers/?sh=67fbdfb618achttps://www.nytimes.com/live/2021/09/29/arts/britney-spears-conservatorshiphttps://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/heidiblake/conservatorship-investigation-free-britney-spearshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/toxic-the-britney-spears-story/id1565880473https://937theriver.iheart.com/content/2021-09-29-take-the-money-run-museum-gives-artist-84k-gets-blank-canvases/ 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.

Dec 8, 20231h 38m

Ep 219Santos, Bankman-Fried, King and More! UPDATES w/ Jennifer Welch & Angie Sullivan

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What’s Poppin Con-gregation? This week, Jennifer Welch & Angie Sullivan, hosts of the I’ve Had It Podcast, join us for an update on some of our favorite scammers: Rep. George Santos, Sam Bankman-Fried, Shaun King and Bishop Lamor Whitehead. They have been busy and you don’t want to miss where they are now! Stay Schemin’! NOTE: On Friday, Dec. 1st, 2023, The House of Representatives voted to expel Congressman George Santos over ethics violations. This episode was recorded Nov. 29th, 2023. Research by Kaelyn Brandt. Sources:https://abcnews.go.com/Politics/new-resolution-filed-expel-gop-rep-george-santos/story?id=104973663https://www.nytimes.com/2023/01/12/nyregion/george-santos-donors-fund-raising.html#:~:text=The%20Mysterious%2C%20Unregistered%20Fund%20That,afoul%20of%20campaign%20finance%20rules.https://www.nytimes.com/2023/11/16/nyregion/george-santos-ethics-committee.htmlhttps://www.reuters.com/legal/ftx-founder-sam-bankman-fried-thought-rules-did-not-apply-him-prosecutor-says-2023-11-02/https://www.businessinsider.com/ftx-ftx-trading-fish-in-prison-for-services-crypto-2023-11https://www.cnn.com/2023/11/02/business/ftx-sbf-fraud-trial-verdict/index.html#:~:text=Sam%20Bankman%2DFried%20was%20found,counts%20of%20fraud%20and%20conspiracy.https://www.timesofisrael.com/hamas-releases-two-hostages-american-mother-and-daughter-judith-and-natalie-raanan/https://www.tmz.com/2023/10/21/shaun-king-claim-help-free-american-hostages-hamas-family-pushback/https://www.thecity.nyc/2023/05/01/bishop-lamor-whitehead-accused-deed-theft-church/https://gothamist.com/news/bishop-lamor-whitehead-robbery-case-turns-awkward-after-guilty-plea-pulled 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.

Dec 5, 20231h 4m

Fraud Friday: LulaRobbed!: The Lawless Legging Company w/ Georgia Hardstark

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Happy Fraud Friday! This week, we revisit one of our favorite episodes with My Favorite Murder Co-Host Georgia Hardstark. We discuss LuLaRoe, the women’s clothing company embroiled in over 50 lawsuits, unsold leggings and many of their consultants left in crippling debt. Plus, two Chicago women fall victim to a scam leaving one jobless and the other heartbroken. Recorded on October 12th, 2021. Research by Kaelyn Brandt SOURCES:LulaRich, a documentary directed by Jenner Furst and Julia Willoughbyhttps://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/stephaniemcneal/lularoe-millennial-women-entrepreneurship-lawsuitshttps://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2021/09/amazon-lularoe-documentary-lularichhttps://www.esquire.com/entertainment/tv/a37543989/lularoe-true-story-now-lularich-amazon/https://totallythebomb.com/how-to-have-the-money-to-be-a-lularoe-consultanthttps://www.usnews.com/news/us/articles/2021-02-01/lularoe-to-pay-475m-to-settle-pyramid-scheme-lawsuithttps://www.atg.wa.gov/news/news-releases/lularoe-pay-475-million-resolve-ag-ferguson-s-lawsuit-over-pyramid-schemehttps://chicago.cbslocal.com/2021/09/22/con-artist-employment-scam-summit-woman-michigan-woman/ 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.

Dec 1, 20231h 5m

Ep 218It’s a Scammer, Innit? w/ Diallo Riddle

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What’s poppin’ con-gregation? This week, Diallo Riddle is back to discuss Jon Oliver aka Jody Francis Oliver. Throughout Jody’s life, he was a police officer, cruise ship captain, friend of two British prime ministers, and a Swedish-speaking car expert. It was revealed his life was based on a lie. Stay Schemin’ !Check out Diallo’s new podcast with Blake "Luxxury" Robin called ONE SONG. It's available for SiriusXM subscribers on Kevin Hart’s Laugh Out Loud Radio or download it anywhere you get your podcasts. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/one-song/id1696154359?app=podcastFollow on Instagram:Laci Mosley @divalaci Scam Goddess Podcast @scamgoddesspodDiallo Riddle @diallo Research by Kaelyn BrandtSources:https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/the-seven-astonishing-lives-of-the-2m-fraudster-85mdvmxvshttps://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-12481525/Fraudsters-seven-fake-lives-revealed-Conman.htmhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/112_(emergency_telephone_number) 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.

Nov 28, 202359 min

Fraud Friday: The Captain of Collision w/ Nava Kavelin & Sophie Ansari

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Happy Fraud Fridays! This week, we revisit our show with Nava Kavelin and Sophie Ansari. They discuss William Mize, who created a family business of staging car accidents. Plus, a California Tiktoker is alleged to have broken the state’s cottage law for selling homemade pickled goods. Stay Schemin!Recorded on January 05, 2023.Research by Kaelyn BrandtSources:https://nymag.com/intelligencer/article/staged-car-crashes-insurance-fraud.htmlhttps://www.nbcnews.com/pop-culture/pop-culture-news/tiktok-creator-homemade-pickled-products-spark-online-conversation-rcna63406 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.

Nov 24, 20231h 3m

Ep 217Re-Release: Salt Bae or Scam Bae? w/ Prentice Penny

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What's poppin' con-gregation? For this holiday, we are revisiting our episode with showrunner for HBO’s Insecure, Prentice Penny. We discuss the viral meat connoisseur “Salt Bae,” and the accusations of scamming surrounding his restaurants. Plus, the FBI catches an artist allegedly selling fake works from his friend and mentor Raymond Pettibon. Stay Schemin'!This was recorded October 19th, 2021.Research by Kaelyn BrandtSources:https://www.miamiherald.com/miami-com/miami-com-news/article225807840.htmlhttps://nypost.com/2021/04/13/salt-bae-hit-with-5m-copyright-suit-over-artwork-of-chef/https://www.eater.com/2018/1/26/16932642/salt-bae-nurs-et-new-york-city-restaurant-reviewshttps://www.eater.com/2019/8/28/20836960/salt-bae-nusr-et-steakhouse-tip-pooling-lawsuit-miami?_gl=1*12xzkg9*https://boston.eater.com/2020/9/28/21459657/salt-bae-steakhouse-boston-shut-down-opening-week-news?_gl=1*cck5cq*https://www.miamiherald.com/article239104028.htmlhttps://www.sportskeeda.com/pop-culture/salt-bae-s-london-restaurant-menu-prices-leaves-internet-scandalizedhttps://www.the-sun.com/entertainment/1549436/salt-bae-nusret-gokce-restaurant-locations-new-york/https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/meet-salt-bae-turkish-chef-whose-signature-move-made-him-n716406https://news.artnet.com/opinion/history-zombie-formalism-1318352https://news.artnet.com/art-world/wet-paint-christian-rosa-raymond-pettibon-1940051 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.

Nov 21, 20231h 3m

Fraud Friday: The Bad Vegan w/ Solomon Georgio

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It's Fraud Friday! This week, we revisit our episode with Solomon Georgio. We discuss Sarma Melngailis, a business woman who went from the “Queen of Vegan Cuisine" to the “Vegan Bernie Madoff”. Plus, pet scams have become such a problem in Michigan that the Michigan Attorney General released a video warning residents. Stay Schemin'! This was recorded on March 3rd, 2022. Research by Kaelyn Brandt. Sources:https://people.com/food/bad-vegan-fame-fraud-fugitives-true-story/https://people.com/crime/fugitive-former-vegan-restaurant-owner-caught-after-ordering-dominos-pizza/https://www.vanityfair.com/style/2016/11/how-sarma-melngailis-became-a-runaway-fugitivehttps://www.vanityfair.com/style/2022/03/sarma-melngailis-netflixs-bad-vegan-stares-down-her-past-and-futureNetflix’s documentary, Bad Veganhttps://www.intheknow.com/post/dog-breeder-scam/ 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.

Nov 17, 20231h 20m

Ep 216Scam Me Now!: Scam Goddess Live w/ Alex English, Punkie Johnson, Marie Faustin and Sydnee Washington

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What’s poppin’ Con-gregation? Live from the Bell House theatre in Brooklyn New York, Laci welcomes comedians Alex English, Punkie Johnson, Marie Faustin and Sydnee Washington to regale the story behind the most famous psychic from the 90s, Ms. Cleo and the Psychic Readers Network. Stay Schemin! Recorded October 8th 2023. Follow on Instagram:Alex English @alex3nglishPunkie Johnson @punkiejohnsonMarie Faustin @reeezySydnee Washington @justsydbwLaci Mosley @divalaciScam Goddess Podcast @scamgoddesspodResearch by Kaelyn Brandt, Emily Jones and Laci Mosley. Sources:“Call Me Miss Cleo” - a Max documentary directed by Celia Aniskovich and Jennifer Breahttps://www.advocate.com/politics/commentary/2006/09/25/miss-cleo-comes-outhttps://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2016/12/21/magazine/the-lives-they-lived-miss-cleo.htmlhttps://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/call-me-miss-cleo-tv-psychic-hotline-scam-hbo-b2252107.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.

Nov 14, 202344 min

Fraud Friday: Bishop Gucci Con Man w/ Sam Sanders

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It's Fraud Fridays! We return to our episode with special guest Sam Sanders, regaling all about Bishop Lamor Whitehead who garnered initial sympathy for being robbed during a livestream of his sermon. But later, his integrity was questioned after past crimes have surfaced. Stay Schemin’!Recorded on August 09, 2022.Research by Kaelyn Brandt.Sources:https://www.thecity.nyc/brooklyn/2022/7/29/23284458/brooklyn-pastor-lamor-whitehead-pleads-for-sympathyhttps://www.nytimes.com/2022/08/04/nyregion/lamor-whitehead-bishop-robbed.htmlhttps://www.curbed.com/2022/07/bishop-lamor-whitehead-real-estate-holdings-default.htmlhttps://bestlifeonline.com/news-robbed-pastor-whitehead-life-details/https://www.tasteofhome.com/article/tiktok-viral-pink-sauce/https://www.eater.com/23284219/pink-sauce-tiktok-color-expert-reactions 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.

Nov 10, 20231h 7m

Ep 215The Pot Princess of Beverly Hills w/ Jason Mantzoukas

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What’s poppin’ Con-gregration? This week, comedian Jason Mantzoukas joins the show to discuss Lisette Lee, an heiress, actress, pop singer, and drug-trafficking gangster of Beverly Hills. However, the pot princess of Los Angeles turns out to have been more of a Cinderella. Stay Schemin’! On Nov. 16th, 2023, Scam Goddess Live will be at The Den Theatre in Chicago! Tickets are available at thedentheatre.com or by calling (773) 697-3830. Check out Jason Mantzoukas on the How Did This Get Made Tour! Go to https://hdtgm.com/ for tickets! Follow on Instagram:Laci Mosley @divalaciScam Goddess Podcast @scamgoddesspod Research by Kaelyn Brandt. Sources:https://nypost.com/2015/03/19/how-i-got-suckered-into-smuggling-3-5-tons-of-weed-with-the-pot-princess-of-beverly-hills/https://www.rollingstone.com/culture/culture-news/the-gangster-princess-of-beverly-hills-190793/https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/airport-security-returns-freddie-gibbs-weed-with-note-cmon-son-119440/ 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.

Nov 7, 20231h 18m

Fraud Friday: The Hilaria Hoax w/ Ira Madison III, Oscar Montoya, and Siobhan Thompson

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Happy Fraud Fridays! This week we revisit our episode with comedians Ira Madison III, Oscar Montoya, AND Siobhan Thompson where they discuss Spain’s Sweetheart Hilaria Baldwin. Stay schemin’. Chao! This was originally released on January 26th, 2021. Research by Sharilyn Vera. 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.

Nov 3, 20231h 14m

Ep 214Telemarketers w/ Sam Lipman-Stern

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What’s poppin’ Con-gregation? In a first in Scam Goddess history, we have the scammer who was a part of the scam on the show! Sam Lipman-Stern, Creator, Executive Producer and Director of the HBO hit Documentary “Telemarketers,” recounts the wild story of how he worked for Civic Development Group (CDG) who used fraudulent telemarketing practices to get money for charities and police organizations. Stay Schemin’! @ 1:22:14 Sam mentions Nomorobo.com, an app that helps catch scamming telemarketing calls. This was recorded on September 18th, 2023. Follow on Instagram:Sam Lipman-Stern @sam_lipmansternLaci Mosley @divalaci Scam Goddess Podcast @scamgoddesspod Research by Kaelyn Brandt SOURCES:HBO’s docuseries “Telemarketers”https://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-fundraisers-scampacs-side/how-scam-pacs-fall-through-the-cracks-of-u-s-regulators-idUSKBN1ZS29Bhttps://www.npr.org/sections/thetwo-way/2010/03/nj_telemarketers_hit_with_reco.htmlhttps://www.browardpalmbeach.com/news/will-high-society-boca-couple-keep-their-mansion-after-legal-loss-6439765https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/10/arts/television/telemarketers-hbo-documentary.htmlhttps://www.ftc.gov/news-events/news/press-releases/2010/03/new-jersey-based-telephone-fundraisers-banned-soliciting-donations-will-pay-188-million-violatinghttps://www.music-jobs.com/usa/jobtypes/orchestra-assistant-jobs-408212.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.

Oct 31, 20231h 27m

Fraud Friday: Scamuel L. Jackson: Sha*n K*ng Pt. 2 w/ Ashley Ray

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What’s Poppin’ Con-gregation? Ashley Ray joins the show to dissect how so called civil rights activist, writer, and company founder Jeffrey Shaun King is still out here scamming. Also, a worker in Chile accidentally got paid 286 times his salary. Stay Schemin’! Research by Kaelyn Brandt Sources:https://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.

Oct 27, 20231h 39m

Ep 213The 90s Bond Forger w/ Kid Fury

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What’s Poppin’ Con-gregation? This week, comedian, writer and podcast host Kid Fury joins the show to discuss Maverick Miles Nehemiah aka Derek Andre Kelly who allegedly scammed the US government out of $20 million through forging savings bonds in the 1990s and went on to bigger scams that revealed Maverick’s true identity and crimes. Stay Schemin! Recorded October 17th, 2023. Follow on Instagram:Kid Fury @kidfury The Read Podcast @thisisthereadLaci Mosley @divalaci Scam Goddess Podcast @scamgoddesspodResearch by Kaelyn BrandtSources:https://premeditatedshooter.tumblr.com/ (“Maverick’s” personal blog)https://dockets.justia.com/docket/california/cacdce/2:2023cv07430/898580https://www.rollingstone.com/culture/culture-features/maverick-miles-nehemiah-true-story-1234820794/ 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.

Oct 24, 20231h 18m

Fraud Friday: The Sha*n K*ng Episode w/ Ashley Ray

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Happy Fraud Fridays! This week we revisit our episode with Ashley Ray talking about a true scamming King, Shaun King. Stay schemin! This was originally released on August 25th, 2020. Research by Sharilyn Vera. 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.

Oct 20, 20231h 21m

Ep 212Hello… Collect Call From Crime? w/ Jared Goldstein

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What’s poppin’ Con-gregation? This week, comedian Jared Goldstein joins the show to discuss Arthur Lee Cofield Jr., a man who stole more money from behind bars than any inmate in American history. His primary tools: cell phones and some good friends. Plus, a former Amazon operations manager has been sentenced to 16 years in federal prison for stealing nearly $10 million from the company. Stay Schemin! Recorded September 18th, 2023. Follow on Instagram:Jared Goldstein @heyjaredhey Laci Mosley @divalaci Scam Goddess Podcast @scamgoddesspod Research by Kaelyn Brandt Sources:https://www.newyorker.com/news/letter-from-the-south/how-a-man-in-prison-stole-millions-from-billionaireshttps://www.nytimes.com/2022/10/16/us/georgia-inmate-scam-billionaire.htmlhttps://www.entrepreneur.com/business-news/amazon-manager-stole-nearly-10m-from-company-went-shopping/455572https://www.justice.gov/usao-ndga/pr/mastermind-10-million-amazon-fraud-scheme-sentenced-16-years-federal-prison 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.

Oct 17, 20231h 19m

Fraud Friday: Friday Night Frauds w/ Dave Schilling

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Happy Fraud Fridays! Fraud Fridays is where we bring back your favorite episodes from behind the paywall. Straight from the Scam Goddess vault is the re-release of our episode with comedian Dave Schilling. We discuss how a fake high school, Bishop Sycamore High, ended up playing against an elite football program on ESPN. Plus, a total of 15 former NFL players pled guilty to healthcare fraud. Stay Schemin'! This was recorded on November 01, 2021. Research by Kaelyn Brandt Sources: https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/highschool/2021/09/10/bishop-sycamore-football-whats-next-questionable-ohio-school/5774700001/https://www.complex.com/sports/bishop-sycamore-lies-espn-play-on-national-tvhttps://awfulannouncing.com/espn/we-learned-more-about-how-bishop-sycamore-ended-up-playing-on-espn-and-its-only-getting-shadier.html?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitterhttps://awfulannouncing.com/high-school/bishop-sycamore-head-coach-we-are-not-a-school-but-a-post-grad-football-academy.htmlhttps://awfulannouncing.com/high-school/prep-gridiron-logistics-bishop-sycamore-message-boards.htmlhttps://awfulannouncing.com/high-school/bishop-sycamore-scandal-2021-football-opponents-canceled-game.htmlhttps://www.wpxi.com/sports/high-school-football/ohio-football-team-allegedly-lied-its-way-onto-espn-played-sto-rox-days-earlier/DO4MFXBN6RFAJIYX2MSA3UUDSU/ 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.

Oct 13, 20231h 11m

Ep 211The QAnon Currency Con Leader w/ Morgan Jay

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What’s poppin’ Con-gregration? This week, comedian Morgan Jay joins the show to discuss Michael Protzman, the leader of a QAnon cult who recently passed away. His life and perhaps even his death contributed to scam after scam, earning him a rabid and well-paying following. Also, find out the falsehood that was the basis of the June 2023 Supreme Court ruling that a Christian graphic artist could refuse to make wedding websites for gay couples on the basis of the First Amendment. Stay Schemin’!CW @41:10 – mention of AntisemitismThis episode was recorded on September 11, 2023.Follow on Instagram:Morgan Jay @morganjay Laci Mosley @divalaciScam Goddess Podcast @scamgoddesspodResearch by Kaelyn BrandtSources:https://www.vice.com/en/article/88x8b4/michael-protzman-negative48-jfk-qanon-deadhttps://www.vice.com/en/article/akew5p/qanon-jfk-crypto?utm_source=vicenewsfacebook&fbclid=IwAR2dlTdPfkz7ORqZTTibN3bVgoW16ns5FSfKpgLIAtPEF_0G6XzHFvbEOCwhttps://www.vice.com/en/article/qjb8mv/qanon-jfk-cult-tearing-families-aparthttps://www.vice.com/en/article/g5qpe7/qanon-dallas-jfk-michael-brian-protzman-negative48https://www.vice.com/en/article/xgd85a/qanon-dallas-jfk-trumphttps://apnews.com/article/supreme-court-gay-rights-website-designer-aa529361bc939c837ec2ece216b296d5https://www.npr.org/2023/07/01/1185632827/web-designer-supreme-court-gay-coupleshttps://www.complex.com/life/a/tracewilliamcowen/video-man-failing-rob-nail-salon-ignore-him 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.

Oct 10, 20231h 20m

Ep 210The Culty Con of Teal Swan w/ Sarah Marshall

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What’s Poppin’ Congregation? Today, Sarah Marshall is back to discuss Teal Swan, a 38-year-old self-proclaimed spiritual leader whose practices have led some of her followers to self-harmful behaviors. She denies that “she is in any way a cult leader.” Plus, a bible salesman has been accused of orchestrating a multi-million dollar fraud in a scheme that spans almost a decade. Stay Schemin’! Research by Kaelyn Brandt SOURCEShttps://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2018/08/205915/the-gateway-teal-swan-youtube-cult-jennings-brownhttps://www.eonline.com/news/1335268/inside-the-deep-end-the-rise-of-teal-swan-and-her-controversial-completion-process-programhttps://medium.com/the-conscious-way/the-deep-end-why-teal-swan-is-a-spiritual-narcissist-6e0fc407000fhttps://www.salon.com/2022/05/19/is-teal-swan-the-controversial-spiritualist-or-scammer-in-the-deep-end/ 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.

Oct 3, 20231h 29m

Ep 209The Many Faces of Ferdinand Waldo Demara w/ Eric Andre

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What’s Poppin’ Con- gregration? This week, comedian Eric Andre joins the show to discuss Ferdinand Waldo Demara, a man of many trades, master of perhaps a few, with the credentials of none. Plus, a team of two computer science students have recently tried to determine if their AI-generated images of women were realistic enough to trick paying customers. Stay Schemin’! “Bombing with Eric Andre'' is part of Will Ferrell’s and iHeartMedia’s Big Money Players Network and link to the following: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-bombing-with-eric-andre-120233938/ To See Eric Andre on tour to go: https://www.ericandretour.com/tour SCAM GODDESS LIVE On Oct. 8th In NYC. For tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/scam-goddess-live-tickets-716150414167?aff=odwdwdspacecraft Follow on Instagram: Eric Andre @ericfuckingandreLaci Mosley @divalaci Scam Goddess Podcast @scamgoddesspod Research by Kaeyln Brandt. Sources:https://archive.vanityfair.com/article/2021/3/dial-c-for-con-artisthttps://www.bustle.com/entertainment/where-is-the-hollywood-con-queen-now-anand-sippy-hargobing-tahilramaniABC News’ Nightline: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N8FEKG99Hnk&t=479sHBO Max’s Generation Hustle: Season 1, Episode 1https://newstalkkzrg.com/2023/08/16/oklahoma-police-capture-teenage-con-artist/https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2023/aug/12/tyrese-gibson-sues-home-depot-racial-discrimination 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.

Sep 26, 202350 min

Ep 208Safe Space for Robbery w/ Franchesca Ramsey & De’Lon Grant

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What’s Poppin’ Con-gregration? This week, Franchesca Ramsey & De’Lon Grant join the show to discuss an update on the Hollywood Con Queen, an exceptionally talented catfish who conned hundreds of people in the film industry over the phone. Plus, a teenage con artist has been arrested after allegedly defrauding a car dealership out of almost $100,000. Stay Schemin’! Follow on Instagram: Franchesca Ramsey @chescaleighDe’lon Grant @thedelondotcom Laci Mosley @divalaci Scam Goddess Podcast @scamgoddesspod Research by Kaelyn Brandt Sources:https://archive.vanityfair.com/article/2021/3/dial-c-for-con-artisthttps://www.bustle.com/entertainment/where-is-the-hollywood-con-queen-now-anand-sippy-hargobing-tahilramaniABC News’ Nightline: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N8FEKG99Hnk&t=479sHBO Max’s Generation Hustle: Season 1, Episode 1https://newstalkkzrg.com/2023/08/16/oklahoma-police-capture-teenage-con-artist/https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2023/aug/12/tyrese-gibson-sues-home-depot-racial-discrimination 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.

Sep 19, 20231h 11m

Ep 207The Govt. Horse Hustler w/ Adam Conover

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What’s poppin’ Con-gregration? This week, we have comedian Adam Conover giving us an update on the WGA/SAG strike. We also discuss Rita Crundwell, who drained tens of millions of dollars from the rural city of Dixon, Illinois to spend money on hundreds of luxury horses. Plus, find out how the DEA accidentally sent $55,000 in crypto it had seized to a cryptocurrency scammer. Stay Schemin’! Follow on Instagram: Adam Conover @adamconoverLaci Mosley @divalaci Scam Goddess Podcast @scamgoddesspod Check out Adam’s stand-up comedy tour in a city near you. Go to adamconover.net for more info! Researched By Kaelyn Brandt SOURCEShttps://www.forbes.com/sites/thomasbrewster/2023/08/24/dea-accidentally-sends-50000-in-drug-proceeds-to-crypto-scammer/?sh=354650c63d12https://www.insideedition.com/5814-she-lived-like-a-queen-by-scamming-an-entire-cityhttps://www.politico.com/news/magazine/2023/05/12/dixon-illinois-city-fraud-betrayal-00075869https://gohorseshow.com/2011/10/darcy-and-jonathans-favorite-congress-stalls/http://galleries.apps.chicagotribune.com/chi-120727-crundwell-luxury-motor-home-pictures/ 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.

Sep 12, 20231h 38m

Ep 206The Better Scam Bureau w/ Alesha Reneè

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What’s poppin’ con-gregation? This week, actress, producer and creator Alesha Reneé joins the show to discuss Charlie Javice, a businesswoman who sold her fast-growing tech startup to JP Morgan for $175 million, only to have partners realize she made up most of her success. Plus, a Chicago rapper has agreed to plead guilty to wire fraud and lying to federal agents. Stay schemin’! Follow on Instagram:Alesha Reneé @iamaleshareneeLaci Mosley @divalaciScam Goddess Podcast @scamgoddesspod Check out "Unleash For Love" on Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/Unleash-for-Love-Audiobook/B0CB9FYCV3?qid=1689358839&sr=1-1&ref=a_search_c3_lProduct_1_1&pf_rd_p=83218cca-c308-412f-bfcf-90198b687a2f&pf_rd_r=2KW0AGES9C467X5989WV&pageLoadId=Bp8khEy2uajOMeuU&creativeId=0d6f6720-f41c-457e-a42b-8c8dceb62f2c Research by Kaelyn Brandt SOURCES:https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/criminal-justice/ct-g-herbo-chicago-rapper-pleads-guilty-federal-fraud-charges-20230719-o33a2tgmrvbr5cqwu7vg2m4r7q-story.htmlhttps://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/g-herbo-chicago-rapper-plead-guilty-fraud-scheme-1234792168/https://apnews.com/article/frank-founder-charlie-javice-lawsuit-5e990e78598507a08863836648d29aadhttps://www.forbes.com/sites/alexandralevine/2023/01/19/charlie-javice-jp-morgan-frank-lawsuit/?sh=abe21a51f647https://www.forbes.com/sites/brianbushard/2023/05/22/frank-founder-charlie-javice-pleads-not-guilty-to-fraud-over-jpmorgan-sale/?sh=2e2608b2139ehttps://www.reuters.com/legal/startup-founder-accused-defrauding-jpmorgan-is-indicted-2023-05-18/https://www.esquire.com/entertainment/tv/a38955743/tinder-swindler-simon-leviev-true-story-where-is-he-now/ 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.

Sep 5, 202356 min

Ep 20550 Shades of Grifting w/ Mary Anthony, Kimia Behpoornia, Josh Brekhus & James Mannion

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What’s Poppin’ Con-gregation? This week, we welcome comedians Josh Brekhus, Kimia Behpoornia, James Mannion, and Mary Anthony. Along with Laci, they’re a part of the UCB improv group LEROY. They discuss David Saffron, a part-time BDSM club owner and crypto Ponzi schemer. Plus, we explore how one of Twitter’s most quickly-growing viral left-wing voices has turned out to perhaps be a total fake. Stay Schemin’! This episode was recorded on July 26th, 2023.Follow on Instagram: Josh Brekhus @jbrekhusKimia Behpoornia @childclownJames Mannion @pizzamannion (ON TWITTER AKA X) Mary Anthony @maryeanthonyLaci Mosley @divalaci Scam Goddess Podcast @scamgoddesspod Researched by Kaelyn BrandtSources:https://www.thedailybeast.com/sandm-scammer-david-saffron-charged-with-bitcoin-ponzi-schemehttps://www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2023/07/04/twitter-erica-marsh-suspended/https://www.neopets.com/jubjub/ 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.

Aug 29, 20231h 34m

Ep 204‘Say Hello To My Little Fraud’ w/ Jamie Loftus

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What’s Poppin’ Con-gregation? This week, comedian Jamie Loftus joins the show to discuss John Wojtowicz, a con man who made international headlines after robbing a bank and creating a hostage situation “for love.” His story inspired the Academy Award Winning film “Dog Day Afternoon” starring Al Pacino. Plus, a California Instagram “momfluencer” was sentenced to 90 days in prison after falsely reporting that a couple had attempted to kidnap her two children. Stay Schemin’! This episode was recorded on July 25th, 2023. Follow on Instagram: Jamie Loftus @jamiechristsuperstarLaci Mosley @divalaci Scam Goddess Podcast @scamgoddesspod Research by Kaelyn Brandt SOURCEShttps://www.pressdemocrat.com/article/news/ex-sonoma-county-mom-influencer-katie-sorensen-sentenced-to-30-days-in-cu/https://www.nytimes.com/2023/06/30/us/katie-sorensen-fake-kidnapping-california-jail.htmlhttps://allthatsinteresting.com/john-wojtowiczhttps://www.insideedition.com/how-the-bungled-brooklyn-bank-robbery-that-inspired-dog-day-afternoon-made-1-man-a-household-namehttps://books.google.com/books?id=5VYEAAAAMBAJ&pg=PA66#v=onepage&q&f=falsehttps://www.bbc.com/news/magazine-31457718https://slate.com/business/2023/06/shein-influencer-fast-fashion-hauls.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.

Aug 22, 20231h 26m

Ep 203The Bank Robbin’ Bicyclist w/ Sasheer Zamata

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What’s poppin’ Con-gregation? This week, comedian Sasheer Zamata joins the show to discuss Thomas Justice, a once-promising cyclist prodigy turned bank robber when his Olympic dreams were no longer viable. Plus, one woman from East Bay, California, was targeted by a phone scammer, and her bank let it happen. Stay Schemin’! Check out Sasheer’s Comedy Special “First Woman” on 800 Pound Gorilla on August 15th and YouTube on August 29th. https://800poundgorillamedia.com/products/sasheer-zamata-the-first-woman Follow on Instagram:Sasheer Zamata @thesheertruthLaci Mosley @divalaciScam Goddess Podcast @scamgoddesspod Research by Kaelyn Brandt Sources:https://www.chicagomag.com/chicago-magazine/february-2019/bicycle-bank-robber-tom-justice/https://www.bicycling.com/news/a26081001/cyclist-turned-bank-robber-tom-justice/https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-6655303/The-extraordinary-story-Olympic-track-cycling-hopeful-turned-serial-bank-robber.htmlhttps://abc7news.com/bank-impostor-scam-wells-fargo-wire-transfer-fraud-scammer-pretends-to-be/13407340/ 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.

Aug 15, 20231h 13m

Ep 202Stockton Rush… You Raggedy B*%@h - Scam Goddess Live

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What’s Poppin’ Con-gregation?This week, we release the Scam Goddess Live Show! Comedians Paul F. Tompkins, Sydnee Washington, Jacquis Neal, Oscar Montoya, and Jon Gabrus join the show to discuss Stockton Rush, the CEO of OceanGate and scammer behind the tragedy of the OceanGate Submarine implosion! Plus, they regale some hilarious scammer in what’s hot in fraud. Stay Schemin’! CW: There is mention of animal abuse and bestiality.Follow on Instagram:Laci Mosley @divalaci Paul F. Tompkins @pftompkinsSydnee Washington @justsydbwJacquis Neal @jacquisnealOscar Montoya @ozzymoJon Gabrus @gabrusScam Goddess Podcast @scamgoddesspod Sources: What’s Hot in Fraud https://www.local10.com/news/local/2023/05/01/fraudster-wearing-smiley-face-shirt-takes-puppy-to-bank-fraud-heist-deputies-say/https://media.nbcmiami.com/2023/06/060823-edmanuel-victoria.jpg?quality=85&strip=all&w=1200https://www.foxnews.com/us/louisiana-bank-robber-video-trips-getawayhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4jCtZI3dJYM&t=2shttps://cbs12.com/news/local/week-in-review-hunt-for-okeechobee-coach-covid-19-fraud-travis-rudolph-sea-turtle-found-on-beach-shots-fired-at-walmart-florida-june-10-2023 Ocean Gate:https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/oceangate-suspends-exploration-commercial-operations-titan-implosion-rcna92912https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/stockton-rush-titan-submersible-implosion-b2378494.htmlhttps://twitter.com/vbspurs/status/1671335053140414464?s=42&t=It0tsDV2jx-FO52zBe5saQhttps://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-12215003/OceanGate-REFUSED-independent-inspection-missing-sub-fired-worker-raised-safety-concerns.htmlhttps://twitter.com/901lulu/status/1671687619351117824?s=42&t=It0tsDV2jx-FO52zBe5saQhttps://twitter.com/mailonline/status/1671774677109440514?s=42&t=It0tsDV2jx-FO52zBe5saQ 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.

Aug 8, 202356 min

Ep 201200th Episode: We Are Scamily! w/ Amber Ruffin & Lacey Lamar

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Hallelujah Con-gregation! We’re celebrating the 200th episode of Scam Goddess with Amber Ruffin and Lacy Lamar. They discuss how one of the most expensive and rare pink diamonds was stolen from one of the wealthiest and most powerful men in the Middle East. Plus, a 68-year-old Los Angeles native has been indicted on five counts of wire fraud related to a fake hemp scheme as he was finishing up a 135-month house arrest for fraud. Stay Schemin’! This was recorded June 12, 2023. Research by Kaelyn Brandt Sources: https://www.vice.com/en/article/93kk3y/psychic-diamond-heist-john-lee-hamad-bin-jassim-bin-jaber-al-thanihttps://www.forbes.com/sites/anthonydemarco/2022/12/08/1315-carat-pink-diamond-pulled-from-christies-auction-was-allegedly-stolen/?sh=147b08464182https://www.courthousenews.com/serial-beverly-hills-fraudster-accused-of-starting-9-million-hemp-scam-during-house-arrest/ Check out The Amber & Lacey, Lacey & Amber Show on iHeartMedia and Will Ferrell's Big Money Players Network. https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-the-amber-lacey-lacey-amb-112881431/ Follow on Instagram: Amber Ruffin @amberruffinLacey Lamar @laceylamar1Laci Mosley @divalaciScam Goddess Podcast @scamgoddesspod 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.

Aug 1, 20231h 5m

Ep 200Finding Fraud Flags w/ Punkie Johnson

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What’s Poppin’ Con-gregation? This week, comedian Punkie Johnson joins the show to discuss Daniel Spence, a charming scam artist conning people close to him out of hundreds of thousands of dollars including men he met on Grindr. Plus, a Florida man is arrested after being accused of running scams that involved persuading victims that he was a family member and needed money or gift cards to be sent through the mail. Stay Schemin’!“Love Thang with Punkie Johnson" airs on Kevin Hart’s Laugh Out Loud Network on SiriusXM and can be streamed on all podcast platforms. Check it out here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/love-thang/id1690695573Note: This was recorded on 06/27/23.Sources: https://observer.com/2019/06/northside-media-scam-artist-daniel-spence-grindr-grifter/https://apnews.com/article/anna-delvey-sorokin-podcast-interview-2a694e71f19f30c0b7e8a37816db8e2bhttps://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2023/04/14/81-year-old-florida-man-accused-in-nationwide-fraud-scheme-falls-for-romance-scam-police-say/ Follow on Instagram: Punkie Johnson @punkiejohnson Laci Mosley @divalaciScam Goddess Podcast @scamgoddesspod 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.

Jul 25, 20231h 28m

Archive Episode: It’s the Freedom for Me! w/ Kevin Fredericks aka KevOnStage

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What’s Poppin’ Congregation? This week, we have comedian Kevin Fredericks to discuss the baddest bitches of pirating to have ever sailed the ocean blue, Anne Bonny and Mary Read. Plus, a family of scammers from Queens, New York, who stole a house from a dead man in 2010 are finally caught. Stay Schemin’!This episode was recorded 05/24/22 and originally published 6/21/2022.Research by Kaelyn Brandt. Sources:https://queensda.org/family-of-alleged-scam-artists-charged-with-numerous-crimes-including-grand-larceny-identity-theft-tax-fraud/https://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/nyc-crime/ny-queens-scammer-family-busted-da-says-20220504-2od542b3ovdh5ndntouziy6rai-story.htmlhttps://allthatsinteresting.com/anne-bonny-mary-readhttps://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/women-pirates-anne-bonny-mary-read-lgbt-statue-b1725018.htmlhttps://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/if-theres-a-man-among-ye-the-tale-of-pirate-queens-anne-bonny-and-mary-read-45576461/ 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.

Jul 18, 20231h 6m

Ep 198The 19th Century Psychic Influencers w/ London Hughes

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What’s Poppin’ Con-gregation? This week, comedian London Hughes takes over the show to discuss the Fox sisters, who during the 19th century made the spiritual movement popular and became the world’s first ever celebrity mediums. Plus, one Minnesota man who claims he was the victim of political vandalism and harassment has been sentenced to prison after it was discovered it was he, not Antifa, who damaged his property. Stay Schemin’! OFTV's Creative Fund: Comedy Edition - https://of.tv/creators/creative-fund/ Research By Kaelyn Brandt Sources: Nickell, J. (2018, July). A skeleton’s tale: the origins of modern spiritualism. Skeptical Inquirer, 32(4), 17–20. https://www.theparisreview.org/blog/2016/11/04/in-the-joints-of-their-toes/https://www.americanheritage.com/they-spoke-deadhttps://www.whitehousehistory.org/seances-in-the-red-roomhttps://www.history.com/news/ghost-hoax-spiritualism-fox-sistershttps://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/minnesota-man-claimed-camper-was-set-fire-due-trump-flag-staged-attack-rcna38009https://www.cbsnews.com/minnesota/news/denis-molla-prison-fraud-faking-politically-motivated-attack-trump-flag/ 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.

Jul 11, 20231h 15m

Ep 197The Casual Lovestruck Con Artist w/ Chris Gethard

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What’s poppin’ con-gregation? This week, Chris Gethard joins the show to discuss Steven Jay Russell, a notorious conman, fraudster, and hopeless romantic who’s known for walking out the front door of prisons, driven by his desire to be with the love of his life. His life inspired the movie I Love You Phillip Morris staring Jim Carrey and Ewan McGregor. Plus, an Arizona mom claims that scammers used AI to clone her daughter’s voice so they could demand a $1 million ransom from her while she was safe on a ski trip. Stay Schemin’!Research by Kaelyn Brandt.Sources: https://nypost.com/2023/04/12/ai-clones-teen-girls-voice-in-1m-kidnapping-scam/https://www.theguardian.com/film/2009/sep/06/steven-russell-elizabeth-day-jim-carreyhttps://www.grunge.com/468449/the-man-who-escaped-prison-by-simply-walking-out-the-door/https://www.npr.org/2010/12/03/131783406/con-king-steven-russell-he-still-loves-phillip-morrishttps://www.huffpost.com/entry/steven-russell-prison_n_5b731d07e4b025e3596b7af7https://solitarywatch.org/2014/12/08/voices-from-solitary-the-life-of-an-escape-artist/https://www.todayifoundout.com/index.php/2020/06/king-con-the-conman-who-simply-walked-out-of-prison-four-times/ 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.

Jul 4, 20231h 6m

Ep 196The Collapse of FTX w/ Josiah Johnson

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What’s Poppin’ Con-gregation? This week, Josiah Johnson joins the show to discuss Sam Bankman-Fried, once considered the biggest wunderkind of crypto, establishing his crypto currency exchange only for it to collapse in November 2022. Plus, find out which celebrity was served with a lawsuit for promoting FTX. Stay Schemin’!Research by Kaelyn Bryant.Sources: https://www.forbes.com/sites/sarahemerson/2022/11/22/sam-bankman-fried-ftx-bahamas/?sh=1104083853achttps://nypost.com/2022/12/07/how-ftx-brass-racked-up-a-55k-debt-at-margaritaville-resort-in-bahamas/https://www.investopedia.com/what-went-wrong-with-ftx-6828447#:~:text=FTX's%20collapse%20took%20place%20over,the%20native%20token%20of%20FTX.https://www.theverge.com/2022/11/10/23451484/ftx-customer-funds-alameda-research-sam-bankman-friedhttps://www.nytimes.com/2022/11/10/technology/ftx-binance-crypto-explained.htmlhttps://www.nytimes.com/2022/12/16/business/ftx-exchange.htmlhttps://www.forbes.com/sites/davidjeans/2022/11/12/the-devil-in-nerds-clothes-how-sam-bankman-frieds-cult-of-genius-fooled-everyone/?sh=6c991c921d26https://www.forbes.com/sites/davidjeans/2022/11/18/queen-caroline-the-risk-loving-29-year-old-embroiled-in-the-ftx-collapse/?sh=24342d43791fhttps://www.vox.com/the-goods/23458837/sam-bankman-fried-ftx-sbf-downfall-explainedhttps://www.cnbc.com/2022/11/13/sam-bankman-frieds-alameda-quietly-used-ftx-customer-funds-without-raising-alarm-bells-say-sources.htmlhttps://www.cnbc.com/2023/03/30/sam-bankman-fried-pleads-not-guilty-to-latest-round-of-federal-fraud-charges.htmlhttps://nymag.com/intelligencer/2022/12/sam-bankman-fried-has-been-arrested.htmlhttps://nymag.com/intelligencer/2023/04/shaquille-oneal-just-got-served-in-an-ftx-fraud-lawsuit.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.

Jun 27, 20231h 8m

Ep 195Six Degrees of Scammeration w/ Oscar Montoya

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What’s poppin’ con-gregation? This week, Oscar Montoya joins the show to discuss David Hampton, who became infamous for claiming to be the son of Sidney Poitier, conning his way into the upper echelon of New York City society in the 1980’s. It’s giving Six Degrees of Separation. Plus, Milo Yiannopoulos has been accused of using a Congresswoman’s campaign credit card to purchase a website domain for Kanye West’s 2024 presidential campaign. Stay Schemin’! Scam Goddess Live @ the Elysian Theatre on Thursday, June 22, 2023 in Los Angeles @ 7:30pm PST. Live TICKETS SOLD OUT. To livestream go: https://www.moment.co/scamgoddess Research by Kaelyn Brandt SOURCEShttps://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-2003-jul-20-me-hampton20-story.htmlhttps://books.google.com/books?id=9ugCAAAAMBAJ&pg=PA40#v=onepage&q&f=falsehttps://www.nytimes.com/2003/07/19/nyregion/about-new-york-he-conned-the-society-crowd-but-died-alone.htmlhttps://people.com/movies/about-six-degrees-of-separations-david-hampton-who-conned-people-about-being-sidney-poitiers-son/https://www.forbes.com/sites/saradorn/2023/05/09/milo-yiannopoulos-accused-of-using-marjorie-taylor-greenes-money-for-kanye-west-campaign-the-credit-card-fiasco-explained/?sh=44dd08566a4a 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.

Jun 20, 20231h 30m

Ep 194The Devious Bisexual Door Dasher w/ Cameron Esposito

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What’s poppin’ Con-gregation? This week, we are joined by actor-comedian Cameron Esposito to dig into the bisexual DoorDash delivery scammer Joshua Hall, who committed wire fraud by pretending to be multiple family members of the Trump family. Plus, one California-based tattoo studio has been accused by two customers and counting of being scammed out of thousands of dollars for a bad tattoo. Stay Schemin’!Scam Goddess Live @ the Elysian Theatre on Thursday, June 22, 2023 in Los Angeles @ 7:30pm PST. Live TICKETS SOLD OUT. To livestream go to: https://moment.co/scamgoddessResearch by Kaelyn BrandtSOURCES:https://www.nytimes.com/2020/12/08/technology/trump-family-impersonator.htmlhttps://www.forbes.com/sites/alisondurkee/2021/06/08/feds-charge-22-year-old-for-impersonating-trump-family-in-gays-for-trump-scam/?sh=73a22c6148a9https://lawandcrime.com/high-profile/pennsylvania-man-who-threatened-california-democratic-congressman-impersonated-trump-family-members-sentenced-to-prison/https://www.dailydot.com/news/woman-scammed-4000-tattoo/ 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.

Jun 13, 202355 min

Ep 193The Deceptive Diet Plans of Brittany Dawn w/ Franchesca Ramsey

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What’s poppin’ Con-gregation? This week Franchesca Ramsey is back on the show to regale the dangerous diet plans of former fitness influencer Brittany Dawn, who was sued by the state of Texas over harmful claims of her online fitness brand. Plus, the “TikTok Trickster” of the South has been arrested after stealing hundreds of thousands of dollars from women across several states. Stay Schemin’!Scam Goddess Live @ the Elysian Theatre on Thursday, June 22, 2023 in Los Angeles @ 7:30pm PST. Live TICKETS SOLD OUT. To livestream go to: https://www.moment.co/scamgoddessResearch by Kaelyn BrandtSOURCEShttps://www.fox26houston.com/news/tiktok-trickster-wanted-for-scamming-women-arrested-in-kentuckyhttps://www.fox26houston.com/news/tiktok-trickster-wanted-for-scamming-women-and-stealing-thousands-of-dollars-across-several-stateshttps://nypost.com/2023/03/14/fitness-influencer-brittany-dawn-accused-of-scamming-clients-vows-to-fight-back/https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/brittany-dawn-influencer-texas-b2011476.htmlhttps://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/kelseyweekman/brittany-dawn-trial-delayhttps://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/kelseyweekman/influencer-brittany-dawn-trial-what-to-knowhttps://www.distractify.com/p/brittany-dawn-homeless-man-tiktokhttps://www.reddit.com/r/brittanydawnsnark/comments/134nhx0/settlement_agreement/https://www.inquirer.com/news/nation-world/brittany-dawn-davis-lawsuit-explained-fitness-instagram-20230509.htmlhttps://www.insider.com/christian-influencer-brittany-dawn-criticism-foster-parent-journey-2022-12 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.

Jun 6, 20231h 18m

Ep 192The Polka King w/ Bresha Webb

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What’s poppin’ Con-gregation? Run the World actress Bresha Webb joins the show to discuss Jan Lewandowski, a polka star during the 80’s and 90’s who ran a Ponzi scheme robbing over 400 people of millions of dollars. Plus, one scammer made thousands of dollars off of Frank Ocean fans who bought fake songs generated by AI. Stay Schemin’ ! Scam Goddess Live @ the Elysian Theatre on Thursday, June 22, 2023 in Los Angeles. Live TICKETS SOLD OUT. To livestream go to: https://www.moment.co/scamgoddess Research by Kaelyn Brandt SOURCEShttps://www.janlewandowski.com/about-me/https://www.thedailybeast.com/the-polka-king-the-surreal-true-story-of-a-fame-hungry-ponzi-schemerhttp://cosmopolitanreview.com/jan-lewan/https://www.wptv.com/news/national/russia-ukraine-conflict/polka-king-jan-lewandowski-returns-home-to-palm-beach-county-after-visiting-poland-ukraine-borderhttps://www.timesleader.com/archive/1058732/polka-king-lewan-attacked-his-lawyer-criticizes-prisonhttps://apnews.com/article/84a47e4da19e036549d574b1ccb56215https://www.timesleader.com/archive/1049699/lewan-pleads-guilty-in-fraud-case-the-polka-king-is-accused-of-selling-unregistered-securities-in-his-businessesto-many-investorshttps://old.post-gazette.com/localnews/firstlight/20030313firstlightp2.asphttps://www.vice.com/en/article/z3mn75/scammer-made-thousands-selling-leaked-frank-ocean-tracks-that-were-fake-ai-generated-the-line-steer-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.

May 30, 202352 min

Ep 191The Fake Film for… Feminism?! w/ Brittani Nichols

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What’s poppin’ Con-gregation? Brittani Nichols, producer and writer on Abbott Elementary joins us to discuss the fraud surrounding the WGA writers strike. Also, we discuss how a group of creators scammed their way into shooting a movie by staging a fake engagement. Plus, a man and woman in the U.K. defrauded 80 victims, mostly gay men, they met on dating apps over a 16-year period. Stay Schemin’! Scam Goddess Live @ the Elysian Theater on Thursday, June 22, 2023 in Los Angeles. Get your tickets go to:https://www.elysiantheater.com/shows/scamgoddess Research by Kaelyn Brandt SOURCEShttps://www.advocate.com/crime/2023/1/03/couple-sentenced-after-scamming-over-400k-mostly-gay-menhttps://www.vice.com/en/article/884gw5/these-artists-scammed-a-dollar36k-film-shoot-by-faking-an-engagementhttps://letterboxd.com/film/cons-pros/https://www.google.com/search?rlz=1C1GCEU_enUS890US892&q=kyla+pratt+little+mermaid&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwi987SZufj-AhXJJ0QIHYT7DE0Q0pQJegQIDBAB&biw=905&bih=775&dpr=1.1#imgrc=VxXjND0faDfgCM 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.

May 23, 202359 min

Ep 190Shantay You Stay…In Prison! w/ Mano Agapion

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Con-gregation! In a special What’s Hot in Fraud, comedian Mano Agapion returns to discuss our favorite CON-gressman George Santos being indicted. Also, Laci and Mano discuss Garrison Kenneth Courtney, a former government official who pretended to be a spy and scammed nearly $4.5 million. Plus, conservative media figurehead Alex Jones found himself the victim of an AI prank call. Stay Schemin’! Scam Goddess Live @ the Elysian Theatre on Thursday, June 22, 2023 in Los Angeles. Get your tickets HERE.Research by Kaelyn BrandtSOURCEShttps://gizmodo.com/alex-jones-ai-tucker-carlson-fox-news-infowars-1850410076https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/sandy-hook-alex-jones-tucker-carlson-prank-call-b2333520.htmlhttps://www.thedailybeast.com/how-fake-cia-spy-garrison-courtney-fooled-everyone-and-swindled-millionshttps://www.washingtonpost.com/local/legal-issues/garrison-courtney-fraud/2020/10/28/c033d122-fc4d-11ea-b555-4d71a9254f4b_story.htmlhttps://www.oxygen.com/crime-news/garrison-courtney-convicted-of-wire-fraud-in-elaborate-spy-ruse 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.

May 16, 20231h 11m