Scam Goddess

In this week's Fraud Friday, Laci is joined by Bridger Winegar (Black Monday, Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt) to discuss Sergei Mavrodi, the man behind one of the world’s largest Ponzi schemes. Plus, a 73-year-old Long Island woman helps the NYPD catch a scammer. Stay Schemin’! (Originally Released 02/21/2022) CON-gregation, catch Laci's TV Show, Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu!Order “Scam Goddess: Lessons from a Life of Cons, Grifts and Schemes" here: Hachette Book Group Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciBridger Winegar: @bridgerwinegar Research by Kaelyn Brandt SOURCES:https://www.nbc15.com/2022/01/22/watch-grandmother-helps-catch-scammers-fun/https://qz.com/1259524/mmm-and-bitcoin-russian-ponzi-mastermind-sergei-mavrodi-is-dead-but-his-legacy-lives-on-in-crypto/https://www.rbth.com/history/332261-mmm-fraud-mavrodihttps://historyofyesterday.com/sergei-mavrodi-the-man-who-left-30-million-people-broke-2bbd03a9cd82https://112.international/society/give-us-our-money-back-how-the-world-will-remember-the-mmm-financial-pyramid-founder-sergei-mavrodi-27224.htmlhttps://www.forbes.ru/biznes/359219-hozyain-piramid-sergey-mavrodi-kak-simvol-lihih-90-h 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.

Can you imagine living in a mansion on a skyscraper 400 feet above the ground? No? Neither can the fugitive businessman Vijay Mallya, who fled the country before ever setting foot in it. Laci welcomes Zach Cherry (Severance, You) to strap on a wingsuit and dive into the story of the self-proclaimed "King of Good Times," his flashy airline, and how his downfall led to the creation of India’s Fugitive Economic Offenders Act. Stay schemin’! Keep the scams coming and snitch on your friends by emailing us at ScamGoddessPod@gmail.com.CON-gregation, catch Laci's TV Show Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu! Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaci Research by Kathryn Doyle  SOURCEShttps://vt.co/lifestyle/relationships/billionaires-luxury-20-million-sky-mansion-sits-on-top-of-a-400ft-skyscraper-but-the-tycoon-may-never-live-in-ithttps://www.businessinsider.com/sky-mansion-33-story-luxury-apartment-complex-mallya-india-2024-3https://www.business-standard.com/about/who-is-vijay-mallya#goog_rewardedhttps://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/politics-and-nation/vijay-mallya-becomes-first-person-to-be-declared-a-fugitive-economic-offender/articleshow/67394758.cmshttps://www.nytimes.com/2017/04/18/business/vijay-mallya-extradition.htmlhttps://www.nytimes.com/2016/04/30/business/dealbook/india-vijay-mallya-debt-economy.htmlhttps://www.nytimes.com/2007/06/21/business/worldbusiness/21air.html?_r=0https://www.domain.com.au/news/vijay-mallyas-mansion-on-top-of-a-skyscraper-in-india-will-probably-never-be-lived-in/https://www.vanityfair.com/style/2012/06/ambani-residence-photos-inside-architecture 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.

In this week's Fraud Friday, Laci is joined by Mitra Jouhari (The Big Sick, Three Busy Debras) to discuss Christian Gehartsreiter aka Clark Rockefeller, who spent 30 years passing himself off as an educated, wealthy aristocrat while taking advantage of people. Plus, three political operatives are accused of defrauding $3.5 million from PAC scams. Stay Schemin’! (Originally Released 01/03/2022) CON-gregation, catch Laci's TV Show, Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu!Order “Scam Goddess: Lessons from a Life of Cons, Grifts and Schemes" here: Hachette Book Group Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciMitra Jouhari: @mitrajouhari Research by Kaelyn Brandt SOURCES:https://media.vanityfair.com/photos/54cc01740a5930502f5f4667/master/w_1600,c_limit/image.jpghttps://www.bostonglobe.com/metro/2008/08/08/the-little-town-and-life-rockefeller-left-for-fame/l20Zs5ZzVbgic07Sf0MB6M/story.htmlhttps://www.standard.co.uk/hp/front/the-four-faces-of-rockefeller-6910914.htmlhttps://www.nytimes.com/2021/11/10/us/politics/pac-operator-charges.html?searchResultPosition=3 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.

This week, Laci welcomes Jessi Klein and Liz Feldman from the Here To Make Friends podcast, who share about being victim to the latest Toll Road scam. Then, Laci takes the gals down the winding road of today's Historic Hoodwink following a Con-Mum who scammed her own son, which leaves Jessi and Liz speechless. Stay scheming’! Make sure to listen to the Here To Make Friends podcast. Keep the scams coming and snitch on your friends by emailing us at ScamGoddessPod@gmail.com.CON-gregation, catch Laci's TV Show Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu! Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciJessi Klein: @youracquaintancejessikleinLiz Feldman: @thelizfeldman Research by Kathryn Doyle  SOURCEShttps://www.netflix.com/title/81708174https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c14xn65vg2yohttps://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2025/mar/22/does-she-love-me-no-is-she-capable-of-love-no-my-mother-the-con-artisthttps://www.eonline.com/news/1415921/netflixs-con-mum-where-graham-hornigold-is-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.

On this week's Fraud Friday, actor Behzad Dabu joins us to discuss how one summer camp shut down after 6 days of opening and is being referred to as the “Fyre Fest” of summer camps. Plus, a woman steals from a Walmart just by pretending to be a manager. Stay Schemin’! (Originally released 8/16/21) Research by Kaelyn Brandt.  Sources:https://www.huffpost.com/entry/inside-the-landmark-forum_b_90028https://www.motherjones.com/politics/2009/08/landmark-42-hours-500-65-breakdowns/https://boston.cbslocal.com/2021/07/23/camp-quinebarge-new-hampshire-camp-closes-suddenly/https://www.bostonglobe.com/2021/07/22/metro/fyre-fest-overnight-camps-closes-after-6-days/https://www.nytimes.com/2021/07/24/us/summer-camp-reopen-counselors.htmlhttps://www.campquinebarge.com/https://www.usnews.com/news/best-states/connecticut/articles/2021-07-16/kids-weight-loss-camp-that-closed-has-history-of-violationshttps://www.fox10tv.com/news/suspected-serial-con-artist-accused-of-pretending-to-be-a-walmart-manager-to-steal-cash/article_3f56855e-f017-11eb-879b-f3164939a999.htmlhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kw5cT8nfp1U 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.

Joel Kim Booster (Wondery’s Bad Dates and Bravo’s Love Hotel) joins Laci to dive into all of your scams and stories, CON-gregation! First, Joel shares his own heartbreaking story of being caught shoplifting. Then, they dive into letters revealing an Ocean’s Eleven-level grocery store checkout scam (also… stop locking everything up, grocery stores!!!), how to dupe the public transit system with a screenshot, a boss becoming someone's “John,” and a text-ual relationship that was sketchy as hell. Stay schemin’!  Be sure to check out Joel hosting Bravo's Love Hotel out now! on BRAVO! Keep the scams coming and snitch on your shady friends by emailing us at ScamGoddessPod@gmail.com.CON-gregation, catch Laci's TV Show Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu! Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciJoel Kim Booster: @ihatejoelkim Confession Stories by the CONgregationCurated By Jessica Cisneros 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.

In this entertaining discussion, Clark Moore, an actor and podcaster known for "Love, Simon" and "Crazy Ex-Girlfriend," joins to unravel the peculiar scams in the Ukrainian marriage industry. They hilariously explore how scammers exploit billionaire MacKenzie Scott's charitable pledges. The conversation dives into romantic deceptions, humorous dating anecdotes, and the absurdities of modern relationships and philanthropy. Their blend of wit and insight adds a fresh twist to the complexities of love and scams in today's world.

Jillian Bell, a talented comedian and Emmy-nominated writer known for her roles in Workaholics and Brittney Runs a Marathon, joins the conversation to share hilarious tales of scams. She uncovers the world of cosmetics crime rings, where thieves target Ulta and Sephora, selling stolen goods online. Jillian also reminisces about her cheeky con involving a prom limo driver, blending comedy with intriguing crime narratives. Tune in for laughs and surprising insights into the darkly funny side of beauty retail!

In this week's Fraud Friday, Laci is joined by Chris Gethard (The Special Without Brett Davis, Don't Think Twice) to discuss how a CEO created a Hype House style podcasting network that led to lawsuits, trash and fallout. Plus, someone stole more than 42,000 pounds of pistachios in California and that was just nuts. Stay schemin'! (Originally Released 07/12/2021) CON-gregation, catch Laci's TV Show, Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu!Order “Scam Goddess: Lessons from a Life of Cons, Grifts and Schemes" here: Hachette Book Group Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciChris Gethard: @chrisgeth Research by Kaelyn Brandt SOURCES:https://www.theverge.com/22526502/himalaya-histudios-notorious-llc-podcast-audio-hype-househttps://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2021/06/21/pistachio-theft-alberto-montemayor-touchstone/https://www.instagram.com/notorious.llc/https://notorious.llc/creators/https://www.forbes.com/sites/colettecoleman/2020/10/19/with-the-dumpster-fyre-podcast-fyre-festivals-founder-is-back-with-an-audio-tell-all-from-prison/?sh=24d1c81b7cd3 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.

Nobody was tripping in 2010, and maybe that was because all the cool people in the zeitgeist were wearing bracelets that claimed to harness the power of holograms to make you stronger, faster, more flexible, and possibly sexier, too. Jon Gabrus (ActionBoyz, Game Over, Man!) joins Laci to test their knowledge of physical balancing and placebos in the body. Plus, we break down the superstitions in sports, including Wade Boggs, Michael Jordan, and Jason Giambi. Stay schemin’!Keep the scams coming and snitch on your shady friends by emailing us at ScamGoddessPod@gmail.com.CON-gregation, catch Laci's TV Show Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu!Check out Staying Alive with Jon Gabrus & Adam Pally. Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciJon Gabrus: @gabrus Research by Kathryn Doyle  SOURCEShttps://gizmodo.com/powerbalance-admits-their-wristbands-are-a-scam-5723577https://www.espn.com/nba/news/story?id=5989365https://www.cbc.ca/news/power-band-bracelets-a-scam-professor-says-1.981932https://www.mensjournal.com/style/the-25-biggest-fitness-fads-of-all-timehttps://www.bbc.com/news/magazine-12135402https://surfsimply.com/magazine/power-balance-science-or-scamhttps://quackwatch.org/device/reports/power_balance/https://science.howstuffworks.com/hologram.htmhttps://www.espn.com/espn/news/story?id=5660039https://bleacherreport.com/articles/24203-jason-giambi-wears-magic-gold-thong-for-sake-of-new-york-yankees 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.