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 Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.

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/ Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.

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 Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.

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 Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.

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/ Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.

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.  Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.

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 Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.

Civil rights activist, writer, and company founder Shaun King is discussed in this episode. The hosts highlight his scams, fraudulent activities, and questionable actions. They criticize his profiting off African American oppression, his potentially fraudulent clothing company, and deceptive practices. They also touch on controversies, crowdfunding, and allegations of manipulation. Stay tuned for a thrilling discussion on robbery and fraud!

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/ Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.

Ashley Ray-Harris discusses the controversial figure Shaun King, delving into his multiple names and questionable background. They critique his failed projects, fundraising tactics, and skeptical donation processes. The episode also touches on Rihanna anecdotes, social media mishaps, and lighthearted speculation about John Krasinski.