Scam Goddess Fraud Friday: The Poisonous Beauty Product Peddler w/ Alaska Thunderfuck
Oct 31, 2025
In this episode, Alaska Thunderfuck, a standout from RuPaul's Drag Race, dives into the audacious tale of Madam Rachel, a Victorian beauty con artist who sold toxic cosmetics while evading the law. They explore how Rachel capitalized on beauty trends and societal norms to sell dangerous products. The discussion also includes a wild Florida couple who crashed a mansion for their wedding, believing it was part of God's plan! Laci and Alaska blend humor with fascinating historical scams, making for a captivating listen.
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Avoid Unsolicited Phone Contacts
- Ignore or don't answer scammy phone calls and voicemails; treat them with suspicion.
- Alaska Thunderfuck and Laci Mosley both avoid unsolicited calls and messages to reduce fraud exposure.
Limit Family Info On Facebook
- Remove family details from public Facebook profiles to reduce impersonation risk.
- Scammers use shared surnames and visible relatives to build believable fake relationships.
Beauty Demand Despite Moral Stigma
- Victorian beauty culture hid strong demand for cosmetics despite social stigma from royalty.
- Madam Rachel exploited that desire by packaging exoticism and exclusivity to wealthy clients.
