Real Estate is a scam. We all know that. But what about real estate that’s been bought and sold by the same people in the desert for the last 50 years? Definitely a scam. In her new eight-part podcast series, KPCC and LAist reporter Emily Guerin goes deep into the desert in California City to talk to people about the scam that’s happened underneath their noses for the last several years. And she’s here to tell us all about. Plus, she tells us all of the ways that she was gaslit when trying to un...
Sep 17, 2020•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 97
Sometimes you gotta send in a woman to do a job that a man started but truly couldn’t articulate, even though he made a six-part documentary about it. Ellen Haun is here to set the record straight about the 2008 financial crash. It’s very linear and all makes sense! Plus, Caitlin discovers that Bear Stearns is not an actual person. Also, Sue’s cat, Snacks, is totally a scammer. Resources: Planet Money: https://www.npr.org/sections/money/2013/09/13/222170187/episode-486-crisis-revisited Fresh Air...
Sep 10, 2020•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 96
Mailbag time! We’re reading some amazing listener emails about a skincare scam, gacha games, and even the rigged gubernatorial election in Georgia. (Hey FBI: you might want to get on this.) Thanks so much for your calls, emails, and support (especially to defend us against noted misogynist P*trick L*vell.) You really have our backs and we love you! Resources: Youth Renew Skincare Scam- https://beautifulyouthaffinity.com/nw4/desktop/?affId=22&subAff=215468&c1=&c2=4825052&c3=141013...
Sep 03, 2020•49 min•Season 1Ep. 95
From psoriasis troll Steve Bannon to the Varsity Blues scam, and even Jake Paul’s COVID-infested parties, we’re catching up on the ongoing pop culture scams in America. By the way, we were maybe the first people to report on Steve Bannon’s Build the Wall scam back in December where’s our Pulitzer? Also, Caitlin, Sue, and Producer Cait fetishize a painting about butter because, duh. Resources: Episode 57, Build the Wall Scam - https://open.spotify.com/episode/6TE0h6gRhttDyCq4JD3OLR?si=QpyRoWIDQCi...
Aug 27, 2020•45 min•Season 1Ep. 944
Babes, it’s our first interview with an actual scammer and we are THRILLED! Back in the 90s, Dartanyon Williams began a massive identity theft ring that started in Louisiana and later branched out to many states in the South. This is juicy. He shares with us his incredible story of redemption, enlightenment, and courage. We fangirl'd hard you guys! Today, Dartanyon is running for Congress in Louisiana and you should all vote for him! We need more scammers in office. The good kind, anyway. Also i...
Aug 20, 2020•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 93
Today, we talk to Johnathan Walton, of Reader’s Digest fame, about being scammed out of $75,000 by his neighbor, Mair Smyth. What we love about him is that Johnathan didn’t ashamedly slink into the shadows as a victim of this con artist. NO! Jonathan sought JUSTICE and we love anyone who fights for justice. It’s so rare these days! This is a deep dive into a juicy tale that you don’t want to miss. Plus, should you background check every person you meet? Resources: https://johnathanwalton.com/ ht...
Aug 13, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 92
Today, we’re joined by two dudes who are, fortunately, NOT mansplainers, Nick Bernardone and Bryson Pintard. Nick and Bryson tell us all about a scammy freemium Game of Thrones iPhone game that took Nick for $2000 and turned Bryson into an avatar named Sexy Lexi. Addicting games will change the very fiber of your being! Don’t get scammed. Visit scamwowpodcast.com for links to our Patreon, Instagram and more. Send us your scams! scamwowpodcast@gmail.com Or call: 347-509-9414 DISCLAIMER: We are co...
Aug 06, 2020•53 min•Season 1Ep. 91
Today, we’re talking about the corruption in capitalism that led to the 2008 financial crash, among other things. Our guest today is Patrick Lovell who made a five-part series about corrupt capitalism called, “The Con.” And, well, he sure conned us. Have a listen and find out what we mean. Resources: thecon.tv Visit scamwowpodcast.com for links to our Patreon, Instagram and more. Send us your scams! scamwowpodcast@gmail.com Or call: 347-509-9414 DISCLAIMER: We are comedians and this is satire. C...
Jul 30, 2020•56 min•Season 1Ep. 90
Thank you for all of your messages! Our listeners are the best. Today, we’re talking about SO MANY SCAMS! Including ones from Reader’s Digest, Postmates, doulas, MLMs, and way more. Just goes to show you that there are scammers EVERYWHERE and ya’ll better watch out. Plus, accidentally got the wrong monogram? Sue’s mom will take it. She doesn’t care. Also, practice your spells for 2021, people! Resources: Reader’s Digest scam: https://www.rd.com/article/scammed-by-my-best-friend/ and the author’s...
Jul 23, 2020•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 89
First, a little update on Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell. Also, Sue and Caitlin both wanted injuries and dabbled in Wicca as children. Who knew?! Then, Conor Brodnick joins us to discuss the Hermetic Order of the Gold Dawn, which was a branch of the Freemasons that included none other than Ann O’Delia Diss Debar! The connections are crazy. Plus, what is the Rosetta Stone, really? Music by Conor Brodnick Resources: Aleister Crowley: The Beast in Berlin-Art, Sex, and Magick in the Weimar Re...
Jul 16, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 88
Today, Caitlin and Sue sit down with author and comedian Dave Hill to discuss his new book, The Vapors. Did you know that Arkansas used to be like THE place to go for rest, relaxation, and gambling? Neither did we. Plus, Dave tells Sue and Caitlin ancient family lore about how his hustling granddad killed a guy and got away with it, and how his dad was friends with Bill Clinton, who is the Patron Saint of Hustlers. Let’s talk about that Epstein connection! Resources: Buy The Vapors today: https:...
Jul 09, 2020•55 min•Season 1Ep. 86
Wow, what a week for drama. Mackenzie Thomas joins us to break down everything that’s happening in the YouTube beauty community with Shane Dawson, Jeffree Star, Tati Westbrook (aka “That Old Bag”), and James Charles. We discuss what’s fact, what’s fiction, and how long should an apology video really be? And if you don’t know who those people are that’s ok. After this episode you’ll be so caught up with current pop culture drama that you’ll be able to post your own 80min response video!!! Shoutou...
Jul 03, 2020•58 min•Season 1Ep. 85
We’re back with Mackenzie Thomas and Amanda Golka to talk about some of our favorite YouTube scammer. We’re discussing Trisha Paytas, Shane Dawson, and Tanacon, too. Speaking of which: do you think there will be a Tanacon 2? Find out in this episode! Resources: Amanda’s Youtube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_HF-dqn4lCs4fEA4GB210g Mackenzie’s IG - https://www.instagram.com/mackenzie/ Visit scamwowpodcast.com for links to our Patreon, Instagram and more. Send us your scams! scamwowpo...
Jul 03, 2020•45 min•Season 1Ep. 84
Boy oh boy, do we have a special episode for you, folks. We’re taking a break from the heaviness that’s happening in our country to talk about some juicy YouTube scams. We’re joined by Mackenzie Thomas and Amanda Golka to talk about Jake Paul’s Financial Freedom program. Is it a scam preying on young children perpetrated by a piece of trash influencer? Listen to find out. Plus, Part 2 is coming soon! Resources: Amanda’s Youtube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_HF-dqn4lCs4fEA4GB210g M...
Jun 25, 2020•33 min•Season 1Ep. 83
Let’s face it: the cops are scammers. From PBA cards to signal jammers, and even conspiracy theories about missing protestors, these uneducated and barely-trained oafs will do anything to keep people in check. TEAR GAS IS FORBIDDEN BY THE GENEVA CONVENTION, PEOPLE! Anyway, this is a nice episode about cop scams and how Producer Cait’s mom once sued her local police. Enjoy and we love you. Resources: bit.ly/ANTIRACISMRESOURCES https://nyti.ms/2YODe2q https://bit.ly/2AKSt4C https://cnn.it/30TFZCm ...
Jun 19, 2020•40 min•Season 1Ep. 82
Our country is in a time of crisis. We struggled whether it would be insensitive to put out an episode this week. Ultimately, we decided that, because we’re comedians, our purpose is to make you laugh and take your mind off of things. That’s why we’re talking about Bethenny Frankel, Myka Stauffer, Kylie Jenner, and Smile Direct Club. We know that covering a bunch of white women doesn’t make anything better, but hopefully it brings a smile directly to your face, for at least a little bit. Stay sa...
Jun 04, 2020•46 min•Season 1Ep. 81
To be silent is to be complicit. We can’t stand idly by and pretend that everything is okay in the United States right now. Today, Caitlin uses our platform for a special message on the violence happening against black people in our country. End the violence now. Black Lives Matter. Here are some resources. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bCgLa25fDHM Protest resources Systematic Racism Explained by Viola Davis True Beauty Podcast call to action Anti Racism Resources https://blacklivesmatters.car...
Jun 04, 2020•8 min
Forget about it! Ellen Haun is back and today she’s telling us all about the mafia. She’s spilling the tea on Vinnie “The Chin” Gigante and so many other wiseguys. The mafia's bread and butter is scams! Just wait until you hear about the fishmonger. Plus, heroin always gets ya! Visit scamwowpodcast.com for links to our Patreon, Instagram and more. Send us your scams! scamwowpodcast@gmail.com Or call: 347-509-9414 DISCLAIMER: We are comedians and this is satire. C’mon. Learn more about your ad ch...
May 28, 2020•55 min•Season 1Ep. 80
Hey scammers! We’re back with more of your wonderful messages, emails, and phone calls. You’re the best. Key takeaways from this episode: Annie Leibovitz might email you out of the blue, Poshmark is full of scammers selling completely random stuff, and is Words With Friends the hot new dating app? Listen to find out! Visit scamwowpodcast.com for links to our Patreon, Instagram and more. Send us your scams! scamwowpodcast@gmail.com Or call: 347-509-9414 DISCLAIMER: We are comedians and this is sa...
May 21, 2020•34 min•Season 1Ep. 79
We all need to distract ourselves right now. And you know what provides a wonderful distraction? Keeping up with Caroline Calloway’s strange antics. Also, we’re reading some wonderful notes from listeners, including Australian John! Plus, have you ever peed in a bedside vessel? Let us know. Links: https://www.buddhapowerstore.com/ Visit scamwowpodcast.com for links to our Patreon, Instagram and more. Send us your scams! scamwowpodcast@gmail.com Or call: 347-509-9414 DISCLAIMER: We are comedians ...
May 14, 2020•46 min•Season 1Ep. 78
We’ve got a lot to talk about with Alex Ford. Co-host of Take Me There podcast, Alex brings us to the fascinating scam of counterfeit makeup. Did you know that fake makeup is a bigger industry than drugs? Crazy, right?! Also, PLEASE don’t self-inject Botox. It’s not like cutting your own bangs! Research: https://www.takemetherepod.com/ InStyle: Why Women Buy Knockoff Makeup Online James Charles: Real Vs Fake BROKEN on Netflix Allure: How Fake Beauty Products Have Infiltrated Amazon, Target, Etc....
May 07, 2020•52 min•Season 1Ep. 77
Books? More like scams. Today, we take a deep dive into late ‘90s literary scammer, JT LeRoy. What a trip, people! Keeping up with the number of characters alone demands a CIA-level chart with push pins and red strings everywhere. There’s Laura, there’s Speedie, there’s Savannah, there’s Thor, there’s the Terminator... And they’re almost all made up! We watched multiple movies on this scam and, in the end, things get heated. One thing’s for sure, though, we LOVE TO WEEP! Research: https://www.ny...
Apr 30, 2020•59 min•Season 1Ep. 76
Before Anna Delvey, before the Fyre Festival, before the most legendary scams of our time, there were sheep. This week, Caitlin dives deep into a medieval mystery and comes out the other side with some interesting tales of lords and their lambs. Mary had a little lamb, but legendary scammer Robert Carpenter had lots of lambs. Join Sue and Caitlin as they read his translations from Latin and learn how to con your boss. Research: C A. F. MEEKINGS, More about Robert Carpenter of Hareslade, The Engl...
Apr 23, 2020•30 min•Season 1Ep. 75
Quick annoucement about exciting news!! ScamWow will be contributing to Podapalooza! Podapalooza is a virtual podcast festival to raise money for COVID relief. Check out our episode out April 25th and find some new favorite podcasts in this incredible lineup. Donate and get your pass here: www.podapalooza.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 17, 2020•4 min
Introducing a brand new podcast on he More Banana network, All D!ck Is Trash with Milly Tamarez. Sue and Caity are taking a much needed beak to ramp up more scam content, but in the meantime, enjoy this new podcast from More Banana featuring another incredible lady from More Banana, Jeena Bloom! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 16, 2020•1 hr 10 min
Investigative journalist Allen Arthur joines us again to talk about a real dark lager of a scam. Fake brewer, Stephen Foster, has been hopping from brewery to brewery around the world, leaving a trail of gross beer in his wake. Plus, if you accept bearer bonds do you deserve to be scammed? The moral of the story is: don’t get caught in the spider web. Research: -Kentucky Sports Radio article- https://kentuckysportsradio.com/main/the-other-stephen-foster-story-kentuckys-craft-beer-con-man/ -Docum...
Apr 09, 2020•55 min•Season 1Ep. 74
Who doesn’t love a good deep dive into a scammy little MLM? This week, we’re interviewing Producer Cait’s husband, a former manager and leading Cutco salesman, Jack Wyrick. We debate just who scammed whom: the consumer or the salesman? And it turns out Jack can make roses out of pennies! We’ll hear all about how people of the South trusted little strangers like him to come into their house with knives. What a world it was! Visit https://morebananaproductions.com/ to see what Jack’s Cutco kingdom...
Apr 02, 2020•1 hr 29 min•Season 1Ep. 73
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Apr 01, 2020•3 min
Hey Scam Fam! Just a quick lil reminder that we're having a Tiger King watch party on Saturday, 3/28 at 9pmEST. We can't wait to talk about this insane documentary with you all! Just go to our Instagram bio @scamwowpodcast, and click on the YouTube link. Then, in the YouTube description, you'll see our Netflix Party link. So, watch us on YouTube, chat with us on Netflix party. It's going to be so much fun! xoxo, Sue & Caity. Or go to this link... https://youtu.be/_cJA3KLZhiE Learn more about...
Mar 28, 2020•6 min•Season 1Ep. 72
Comedian and art teacher Stacy Antoville joins us in the studio to talk about the scammy elements of the Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program. It’s wild, folks. But what did you expect from our government? The same people who are forcing you to make your own hospital supplies during a pandemic. I digress. Just find your Bridget, everyone. Plus, Caitlin discusses her funny new short film that’s perfect for quarantines. Also, we have a new patreon episode up this week! https://www.patreon.com/...
Mar 26, 2020•45 min•Season 1Ep. 71
