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Scam Goddess

Earwolf & Laci Mosleywww.siriusxm.com
Scam Goddess is an award-winning comedy podcast dedicated to fraud and all those who practice it. Every episode, the Scam Goddess herself Laci Mosley (iCarly, Better Call Saul) covers the hottest scams on the streets today while also giving in-depth breakdowns of the wildest robberies, rackets, and capers throughout history. It's like true crime, but without all the death—aka True Con! Plus, Laci's always joined by hilarious guests like Conan O'Brien, Miranda Cosgrove, Jameela Jamil, JB Smoove, Nicole Byer, or Matt Rogers. Join the Scam Goddess "Con-gregation" to experience the funny side of fraud. And as Laci always says, stay schemin'! New episodes every Tuesday. Classic episodes re-released every Friday. The Scam Goddess TV show based on the podcast premieres on Freeform and Hulu on January 15th! 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.
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Episodes

The Fake MAGA Influencer w/ Sydnee Washington & Marie Faustin

Get excited, CONgregation! Laci is joined by bestie babes Sydnee Washington and Marie Faustin ( Mess Podcast ) to dig into Emily Hart, a MAGA influencer who turned out to be an AI generated baddie created by a 22-year-old med student in India. The gals chat about sea otters, scamming hippos, lease agreements, Duolingo, and Waymos. Listen to Mess wherever you get your podcasts. Stay schemin’! Keep the scams coming and snitch on your friends by emailing us at ScamGoddessPod@gmail.com . Follow on I...

Jun 02, 20261 hr 3 minEp. 349

The Resurrecting Romance Novelist w/ Paula Poundstone (Fraud Friday)

In this week’s Fraud Friday, Laci is joined by the legendary Paula Poundstone (Science Court, Inside Out) to discuss Susan Meachen, an independent romance novelist who faked her death in 2020 and miraculously resurrected in 2022. Plus, a Florida woman has been arrested after a 4-year-long romance scam that resulted in the defrauding of an 87-year-old Holocaust survivor. Stay Schemin’! (Originally Released 02/13/2023) Follow on Instagram: Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspod Laci Mosley: @divalaci P...

May 29, 20261 hr 22 min

Peak Fraud & Sherpa Shenanigans w/ Ginger Minj

Fresh off the LIVE Scam Goddess tour, Laci is joined by the fabulous drag icon Ginger Minj ( Hocus Pocus 2 , Stop! That! Train! ). Together, they chat about Ginger’s love for Wawa, mourn the loss of Spirit Airlines, and dig into the monumental scams surrounding Mount Everest expeditions, from fake rescues and insurance fraud to dangerous labor disputes and growing tensions between wealthy climbers and the Sherpas who make their summits possible. So much high altitude drama! Stay schemin’! Keep t...

May 26, 20261 hrEp. 348

The UK Gambling Gambit w/ Jerah Milligan (Fraud Friday)

In this week’s Fraud Friday, Laci is joined by comedian, producer, and actor Jerah Milligan ( Astronomy Club, Black Men Can’t Jump ) to dig into Edward Putman, Giles Knibbs, and a fraudulent fake Lottery win. In Scammer of the Week, OpenTable takes on restaurant heat, and not the yummy kind! Stay Schemin’! (Originally Released 02/24/2020) Follow on Instagram: Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspod Laci Mosley: @divalaci Jerah Milligan: @jerahmilligan Research by Sharilyn Vera SOURCES: https://www.cas...

May 22, 202656 min

Tyra Banks: CEO of Doing the Most LIVE at Cobbs w/ Jacquis Neal

CONgregation, we’re back this week LIVE from Cobbs Comedy Club, where Laci was joined by comedian, actor, and host Jacquis Neal (Grand Crew, Crowd Control). Laci invited fans to steal merch and books, and together they pondered whether flight vouchers for giving up your seat on an overbooked plane are actually worth it. They discussed TikTok Shop and asked the age-old question: Are fathers a scam? Finally, they dug into the scam empire of the iconic Tyra Banks and listened to listener letters li...

May 19, 20261 hr 31 minEp. 347

The Crooked Carpet Cleaner w/ Ronnie Adrian (Fraud Friday)

In this week’s Fraud Friday, Laci is joined by comedian and actor Ronnie Adrian ( Grand Crew, EverythingNowShow ) to explore the absolute mess of carpet-cleaning Ponzi schemer Barry Jay Minkow, who got his career as a con man started early in his youth. Plus, in Scammer of the Week, we meet Bruce Bagley, a 73-year-old International Studies professor who pleaded guilty to money laundering. Stay Schemin’! (Originally Released 02/03/2020) Follow on Instagram: Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspod Laci ...

May 15, 20261 hr 14 min

The Dubious Diplomat w/ Ira Madison III (Re-Release)

CONgregation, in today’s episode, we’re revisiting Episode 18, when Laci was joined for the first time by TV writer and podcaster Ira Madison III ( Q-Force, YOU ). Together, they uncover the “Fraud Prince,” Anthony Gignac, read some of your letters, and dive into JCPenney fooling influencers with a fake high-end store. Stay schemin’! (Originally Released 01/27/2020) Keep the scams coming and snitch on your friends by emailing us at ScamGoddessPod@gmail.com . Follow on Instagram: Scam Goddess Pod...

May 12, 20261 hr 2 minEp. 346

M-I-Crooked Letter, Crooked Gov’t w/ Diallo Riddle (Fraud Friday)

In this week's Fraud Friday, Laci is joined by Diallo Riddle (South Side, Sherman's Showcase) to discuss one of Mississippi’s largest state-wide corruption cases. It involves millions in state welfare funds misappropriated to powerful state officials, pro-wrestlers, and former athletes, including Brett Favre. Plus, singer Shakira has been ordered to stand trial in Spain for alleged tax fraud against the Public Treasury of Spain. Stay Schemin’! (Originally Released 10/17/2022) Follow on Instagram...

May 08, 20261 hr 16 min

The Death Defying Duper Mark Olmsted w/ Jamie Loftus (Re-Release)

CONgregation, in today’s Cinco de Mayo episode, we’re revisiting Episode Five, where Laci was joined by comedian, Emmy-nominated writer, and podcaster Jamie Loftus ( The Bechdel Cast , Robot Chicken ). They dive into the many curious cons of Mark Olmsted, a man on the brink of death who became a death certificate–forging, credit card–stealing insurance fraudster. Stay schemin’! (Originally Released 10/28/2019) Keep the scams coming and snitch on your friends by emailing us at ScamGoddessPod@gmai...

May 05, 202654 minEp. 345

The Blazin’ Embezzler w/ Brendan Scannell (Fraud Friday)

In this week's Fraud Friday, Laci is joined by Brendan Scannell (Bonding, Heathers) to talk about an embezzling bookkeeper who attempted to cover up her thievery with arson. Plus, in Scammer of the Week, a car shop employee fakes his own kidnapping to get out of work. Stay Schemin’! (Originally Released 03/15/2021) Follow on Instagram: Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspod Laci Mosley: @divalaci Brendan Scannell: @bscan Research by Sharilyn Vera SOURCES: https://sanfrancisco.cbslocal.com/2021/01/11/...

May 01, 202658 min

Daycare Dollars & SmackDown Schemes w/ Hannah Pilkes

CONgregation, we're back this week with the game: Is It a Scam, a Scheme, or the Real Thing? In today’s episode, Laci is joined by comedian and actress Hannah Pilkes ( Leanne , The Woodsman ) to jump into the case of Brooklyn daycare director Murielle Misczak, who stole nearly $3 million in tuition money, spending it on a variety of things, including (most notably) pro wrestling tickets. Plus, in Scammer of the Week, we bring you the KitKat Heist. Stay schemin’! CON-gregation, catch Scam Goddess...

Apr 28, 20261 hr 14 minEp. 344

The Hospice Hustlers w/ Matt Apodaca (Fraud Friday)

In this week's Fraud Friday, Laci is joined by Matt Apodaca (Get Played Podcast) to discuss how Marsha Farmer, a hospice worker, contributed to massive fraud practices in Mississippi. Plus, a former officer from the Johnson County Sheriff’s office in Kansas was caught trying to scam a store out of nearly $400 worth of Pokémon cards. Stay Schemin’! (Originally Released 01/16/2023) CW: Mention of wrongful death and Malpractice Follow on Instagram: Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspod Laci Mosley: @di...

Apr 24, 20261 hr 9 min

The Old Money Tree Murders w/ Frankie Quiñones

CONgregation, get excited for a fresh new episode featuring a brand-new game: Is It a Scam, a Scheme, or the Real Thing? In today’s episode, Laci is joined by stand-up comedian and actor Frankie Quiñones ( This Fool , Creeper’s CholoFit) to unpack the drama between wealthy families in Maine after one allegedly poisoned an L.L. Bean heiress’s trees just to snag a better waterfront view. Yes, really. And yes, it’s tearing the community apart. Plus, in Scammer of the Week: Ghana’s self-proclaimed p...

Apr 21, 20261 hr 9 minEp. 343

Crooked College Wall Street Investor w/ Cristen Conger (Fraud Friday)

This Fraud Friday, Cristen Conger joins the show to discuss David Bloom, a 23-year-old Wall Street “Whiz Kid” who was caught stealing millions from his friends and lovers to "invest" in the stock market. Plus, Professional Cornhole has been rocked by controversy after illegal bean bags used in a championship game. Stay Schemin’! (Originally aired 11/21/2022) Research done by Kaelyn Brandt. Sources: https://nypost.com/2022/11/02/professional-cornhole-world-rocked-by-baggate-cheating-scandal/ http...

Apr 17, 20261 hr 2 min

The E-Book Evil Twins w/ Mano Agapion & Oscar Montoya

Musky Seattle gays, Target drama, and a pair of good-looking evil twins hawking “legal” courses and sketchy e-books collide in this hilarious episode. Laci is joined by actors, comedians, and besties Mano Agapion and Oscar Montoya ( Drag Her! A RuPaul’s Drag Race Podcast ) to break down and learn how to "make money" through the Mikkelsen twins’ online program. Stay schemin’! Listen to Drag Her! A RuPaul's Drag Race Podcast wherever you get your podcasts. CON-gregation, catch Scam Goddess LIVE in...

Apr 14, 20261 hr 9 minEp. 342

The Curious Case of Benja-Scam Button w/ Josh Brekhus (Fraud Friday)

This Fraud Friday, Josh Brekhus joins the show to discuss Frédéric Bourdin a serial imposter who took on about 500 identities, convincing many that he was a school age runaway well into his adulthood. Plus, 19-year-old chess Grandmaster Hans Niemann is accused of cheating with vibrating anal beads. Stay Schemin’! (Originally released 09/26/2022) Research by Kaelyn Brandt Sources: https://slate.com/culture/2022/09/chess-cheating-scandal-magnus-carlsen-hans-moke-niemann-anal-beads.html https://www...

Apr 10, 20261 hr 17 min

The Phantom Gold Mine Fallout w/ Johnny Pemberton

A broke CEO, the Indiana Jones of geologists, and a lovestruck mining prospector came together in the ’90s and rocked the world with the largest gold-mining scam in history. Laci welcomes actor and comedian Johnny Pemberton ( Fallout , Mermaid ) to tell the true tale of the downfall of the Canadian penny-stock mining company Bre-X. Stay schemin’! Don’t miss Johnny Pemberton's film: Mermaid CON-gregation, catch Scam Goddess LIVE in a city near you. Keep the scams coming and snitch on your friends...

Apr 07, 202659 minEp. 341

Scam Gumbo w/ Solomon Georgio (Fraud Friday)

This Fraud Friday, we're revisiting when Solomon Georgio listened to YOUR listener letters. Heads up, Venmo does not text you! Stay Schemin’! (Originally released 11/30/2020) CON-gregation, keep the scams coming and snitch on your friends by emailing us at ScamGoddessPod@gmail.com . Follow on Instagram: Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspod Laci Mosley: @divalaci Solomon Georgio: @solomongeorgio Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Scam Goddess ad-free and a whole week early....

Apr 03, 202655 min

Lousy Landlords & Beautiful Baddies w/ Amber Wallin

What do lousy landlords, a beautiful improviser, a scam-call prankster, and a self-led investigator have in common? You! Laci teams up with the hilarious Amber Wallin ( Quit Playin’ with Jazmyn and Amber Podcast ) to read your listener letters, and they’re packed with beautiful baddies, hater friends, unemployed escapades, and fart machines. Stay schemin’! CON-gregation, catch Scam Goddess LIVE in a city near you. Keep the scams coming and snitch on your friends by emailing us at ScamGoddessPod@...

Mar 31, 20261 hr 15 minEp. 340

Where Are They Now?: Scammer Edition w/ Corinne Fisher & Krystyna Hutchinson (Fraud Friday)

This Fraud Friday, Corinne Fisher & Krystyna Hutchinson (Guys We Fcked Podcast) join us to get an update on some of our favorite scammers: Anna Delvey, Elizabeth Holmes & The Tinder Swindler. Plus, a Chinese college student spends 21 days living a luxurious life for free as part of an art project for school. Stay Schemin’! (Originally released 03/01/2022) CON-gregation, keep the scams coming and snitch on your friends by emailing us at ScamGoddessPod@gmail.com . Follow on Instagram: Scam...

Mar 27, 20261 hr 11 min

The Fraudulent Fashion Founder w/ Margaret Cho

Laci welcomes the magnetic Margaret Cho ( The Bravest Knight, Margaret Cho: PsyCHO) to discuss fashion CEO Christine Hunsicker a.k.a. the “Bernie Madoff” of fashion, who wasted 350 million dollars of investor money, lied about her company’s net worth, and when the other executives at the company found out, they left her in charge for months. Stay schemin’! CON-gregation, catch Scam Goddess LIVE in a city near you. Keep the scams coming and snitch on your friends by emailing us at ScamGoddessPod@...

Mar 24, 202646 minEp. 339

Doctor DoRobbery w/ Franchesca Ramsey (Fraud Friday)

This week on Fraud Friday, Franchesca Ramsey (Superstore) joins Laci to discuss the doctor who scammed patients through malicious medical malpractice. Plus, a woman on the run is arrested after inquiring about her reward money. Stay Schemin’! (Originally released 08/02/2021) TW: This story contains examples of domestic violence and graphic surgical malpractice. CON-gregation, keep the scams coming and snitch on your friends by emailing us at ScamGoddessPod@gmail.com . Follow on Instagram: Scam G...

Mar 20, 20261 hr 10 min

Boo Thang Cheating & Credit Card Stealing Biathletes w/ Emily Fleming

Laci welcomes actress and writer Emily Fleming ( Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt ) to discuss the spicy and scandalous biathletes of the Winter Olympics. Emily gifts Laci and producer Jess some homemade earrings before diving into the messy story of French Olympic skier Julia Simon, who was convicted of committing credit card fraud against her teammate. Then, they discover Sturla Holm Lægreid, a Norwegian biathlete who won a bronze medal and admitted to cheating on his girlfriend of six months. Plus, ...

Mar 17, 20261 hr 4 minEp. 338

The Infomercial Imposter w/ Tawny Newsome (Fraud Friday)

This week, Laci is joined by actress, comedian, and musician Tawny Newsome (Bajillion Dollar Propertie$, Space Force) to hear the sales pitch from the star fraud salesman himself, Don Lapre. Plus more proof that love is blind (and expensive), as Jenifer Lewis discovered. Stay Schemin’! (Originally released 06/08/2020) CON-gregation, keep the scams coming and snitch on your friends by emailing us at ScamGoddessPod@gmail.com . Follow on Instagram: Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspod Laci Mosley: @di...

Mar 13, 202658 min

The Ex-Hurler’s Cancer Con w/ Shea Couleé

Laci welcomes renowned drag artist and actor Shea Couleé ( RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars, Ironheart ) to discuss and DRAG one of Ireland’s most famous sports stars for faking a cancer diagnosis to scam people out of money for treatment. In reality, he didn’t have cancer at all and staged his diagnosis by putting an iPhone cable up his nose. Stay schemin’! CON-gregation, catch Scam Goddess LIVE in a city near you. Keep the scams coming and snitch on your friends by emailing us at ScamGoddessPod@gm...

Mar 10, 20261 hr 4 minEp. 337

The Hollywood Hoodwinker w/ Lauren Lapkus (Fraud Friday)

This week, Laci is joined by actress, director, & podcaster Lauren Lapkus (Between Two Ferns: The Movie, Threedom) to cover the Hollywood scam artist and master impressionist who lured unsuspecting professionals halfway around the world before leaving them high and dry. Stay Schemin’! (Originally released 10/14/2019) CON-gregation, keep the scams coming and snitch on your friends by emailing us at ScamGoddessPod@gmail.com . Follow on Instagram: Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspod Laci Mosley: ...

Mar 06, 202656 min

Bounding After People Like a Labrador w/ Anna Bezahler & Isabella Escalante

Laci welcomes comedians Anna Bezahler and Isabella Escalante ( The Z-Suite , Comedy Bang Bang ) to discuss 73-year-old Mary Carole McDonnell, our so-called “Aircraft Heiress” scammer who, in fact, was not related to the McDonnell Aircraft family at all. Anna shares stories from her door-to-door scamming days, and Isabella scams her way back into college to prove to an improv team that she was always talented and funny enough to make the cut. Plus, a Scammer of the Week from South Carolina who st...

Mar 03, 20261 hr 9 minEp. 336

The Inventing Heiress w/ Nicole Byer (Fraud Friday)

In this week’s Fraud Friday, Laci is joined by Emmy-nominated comedian and actress Nicole Byer ( Why Won't You Date Me? ) to discuss the fake Irish heiress who scammed her way into a pot of gold worth around ninety thousand dollars. Plus, it turns out, you can drive a brand new car off the lot if you print a fake check. Stay Schemin’! (Originally released 09/14/2020) CON-gregation, keep the scams coming and snitch on your friends by emailing us at ScamGoddessPod@gmail.com . Follow on Instagram: ...

Feb 27, 202647 min

Norway's Crotch Enlarging Ski Jumping Scandal w/ Jon Daly

Laci welcomes actor, comedian, and writer Jon Daly ( Big Mouth ) to discuss his alter ego as the Muffin Man, and his relationship to scams. Laci breaks down how key members of Norway’s ski jumping team were disqualified from the Winter Olympics after being caught on camera illegally altering their uniforms. Plus, in Scammer of the Week, a married couple pleaded guilty to using social media to defraud dozens of homeowners with promises of custom home renovations, leaving victims with unfinished h...

Feb 24, 20261 hr 8 minEp. 335

Fraud Friday: Ray – Con and the Scamdashians w/ Eric Eddings

In this week’s Fraud Friday, Laci is joined by culture critic Eric Eddings to break down Ray J’s claim that the Kardashian-Jenner account of how his sex tape with Kim Kardashian was released 20 years ago isn’t the full story. Plus, hear how a New York City principal managed to keep her job even after being convicted of car insurance fraud. Stay Schemin’! (Originally released 12/12/2022) CON-gregation, keep the scams coming and snitch on your friends by emailing us at ScamGoddessPod@gmail.com . F...

Feb 20, 20261 hr 21 min
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