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Scam Goddess

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.

Copyright: © 2024 Earwolf Media, LLC

Latest Episodes:

From Cartels to Escobar Phone Fails w/ La'Ron Hines Nov 18, 2025

Show notes

Laci welcomes back her great friend, actor and influencer La'Ron Hines (from the Snapchat Original Series: La’Ron In A Million) to the show! Together, Laci and La'Ron dive into the Escobar Phone, one of Roberto Escobar, the late Pablo Escobar’s brother’s, many serial entrepreneurial ventures. They also unpack Delta AI pricing tools, flamethrowers, Roberto’s feud with Elon Musk, and much more. Stay schemin’!

CON-gregation, catch Laci's TV Show Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu!

Did you miss out on a custom-signed Scam Goddess book? Look no more, nab your copy on PODSWAG

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

La'Ron Hines: @laronhinesofficial

Research by Kathryn Doyle

SOURCES

https://9to5google.com/2025/07/22/escobar-gold-plated-foldable-prison-plea-deal/

https://fortune.com/2016/07/07/drug-kingpin-netflix/

https://www.theverge.com/2019/9/5/20850693/samsung-galaxy-fold-hands-on-ifa-2019-fixed-display-hinge

https://thenextweb.com/news/pablo-escobars-brother-escalates-flamethrower-feud-with-elon-musk-threatens-tesla-takeover

https://www.businessinsider.com/pablo-escobars-brother-roberto-escobar-selling-foldable-smartphone-2019-12

https://www.t3.com/tech/phones/the-foldable-phone-maker-that-beat-samsung-to-market-has-gone-bust

https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/escobar-fold-2-is-a-399-galaxy-fold-clone/

https://www.techspot.com/news/108761-escobar-phone-creator-pleads-guilty-scamming-buyers-never.html

https://www.courthousenews.com/seller-of-pablo-escobar-branded-flamethrowers-pleads-guilty-to-fraud/

https://www.news18.com/explainers/mkbhds-escobar-fold-scam-episode-comes-to-a-poetic-end-a-complete-timeline-9459042.html#google_vignette

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Fraud Friday: The 90’s Bank Bamboozlers w/ Jojo T. Gibbs Nov 14, 2025

Show notes

Laci welcomes Jojo T. Gibbs (Fresh, Twenties) for the 100th episode of Scam Goddess, and they discuss one of the biggest bank fraud schemes in history. Plus, someone posing as actor Colin Firth scams three Italian women out of thousands of pounds. Stay Schemin’! (Originally Released 08/23/2021)

CONgregation, catch Laci's TV Show, Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu!

Did you miss out on a custom signed Scam Goddess: Lessons from a Life of Cons, Grifts and Schemes book? Look no more, nab your copy here on PODSWAG

Follow on Instagram:

Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspod

Laci Mosley: @divalaci

Jojo T Gibbs: @jojotgibbs

Research by Kaelyn Brandt

SOURCES:

https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/john-ruffo-elusive-nyc-swindler-still-run-after-20-years-n934741

https://www.wkbn.com/news/national-world/us-marshals-asking-for-help-in-cracking-most-wanted-cold-case/

https://www.the-sun.com/news/3312321/con-artist-colin-firth/

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Another Heist at the Louvre w/ Yvette Nicole Brown Nov 11, 2025

Show notes

Laci welcomes her mentor and great friend, Yvette Nicole Brown (Community, Squeezed Podcast), to look through her binoculars and examine last month’s heist at the Louvre, which took place on October 19th at approximately 9:30 a.m. Please note that, at the time of this recording, only two suspects had been apprehended. Plus, they discuss the other robberies occurring in France around this time and the infamous incident when Kim Kardashian was robbed of her jewels. Stay schemin’!

Listen to “Squeezed with Yvette Nicole Brown” wherever you get your podcasts.

CON-gregation, catch Laci's TV Show Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu!

Did you miss out on a custom-signed Scam Goddess book? Look no more, nab your copy on PODSWAG

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

Yvette Nicole Brown: @yvettenicolebrown

Research by Kathryn Doyle

SOURCES

https://abcnews.go.com/International/louvre-director-summoned-french-lawmakers-amid-ongoing-investigation/story?id=126713238

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cg7nrlkg0zxo

https://www.cnn.com/2025/10/20/style/france-louvre-heist-worrying-escalation-intl-hnk

https://www.cbsnews.com/boston/news/maine-tourists-louvre-jewelry-heist-paris/

https://www.cnn.com/2025/10/21/world/video/louvre-heist-social-media-vrtc

https://www.popsci.com/technology/how-louvre-heist-happened/

https://abcnews.go.com/International/french-police-arrest-2-louvre-jewel-heist-suspects/story?id=126873453

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Fraud Friday: The Bamboozling Beau with Tracie Morrissey Nov 07, 2025

Show notes

Laci welcomes Tracie Morrissey (Pot Psychology Podcast)to dig into a man who was caught defrauding 35 of his “girlfriends” in Japan, his maybe wig, and his love of cake. Plus, a former senior advisor in the federal government was accused of stealing from New York City public schools. Stay Schemin’! (Originally Released 05/31/2021)

CONgregation, catch Laci's TV Show, Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu!

Did you miss out on a custom signed Scam Goddess: Lessons from a Life of Cons, Grifts and Schemes book? Look no more, nab your copy here on PODSWAG

Follow on Instagram:

Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspod

Laci Mosley: @divalaci

Tracie Morrissey: @traciemorrissey

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.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Dark Knight of Brentwood w/ Jenny Slate, Gabe Liedman, & Max Silvestri Nov 04, 2025

Show notes

Laci welcomes comedians, writers, and actor besties Jenny Slate, Max Silvestri, and Gabe Liedman (I Need You Guys' podcast) to catch up on her adventures in Ireland, learning about Berlin’s KitKatClub, and getting help at the airport at any cost. They also discuss Steve Farzam, the “fake firefighter” who was arrested without bail for impersonating a first responder in connection with the Palisades fire, and his problematic hero-complex addiction that keeps landing him behind bars. Stay schemin’!

Listen to “I Need You Guys” every Tuesday on the SiriusXM app or wherever you get your podcasts.

CON-gregation, catch Laci's TV Show Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu!

Did you miss out on a custom-signed Scam Goddess book? Look no more, nab your copy on PODSWAG

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

Jenny Slate: @jennyslate

Max Silvestri: @maxsilvestri

Gabe Liedman: @gabeliedman

I Need You Guys Podcast: @ineedyouguysshow

Research by Kathryn Doyle

SOURCES

https://magazine.atavist.com/2017/not-fuzz-police-impersonator-santa-monica-steve-farzam

https://magazine.atavist.com/2020/the-con-continues-not-fuzz-update-steve-farzam

https://smdp.com/news/crime/longtime-police-impersonator-steve-farzam-arrested-for-pretending-to-be-firefighter-during-palisades-fire/

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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Fraud Friday: The Poisonous Beauty Product Peddler w/ Alaska Thunderfuck Oct 31, 2025

Show notes

Laci welcomes Alaska Thunderfuck (RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars Season 2) to discuss a Victorian era beauty influencer who peddled deadly beauty products and was a full-time criminal. Plus, a bride and groom planned a wedding at a venue they didn't own or rent because the Lord told them so. Stay Schemin’! (Originally Released 05/17/2021)

CONgregation, catch Laci's TV Show, Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu!

Did you miss out on a custom signed Scam Goddess: Lessons from a Life of Cons, Grifts and Schemes book? Look no more, nab your copy here on PODSWAG

Follow on Instagram:

Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspod

Laci Mosley: @divalaci

Alaska Thunderfuck: @theonlyalaska5000

Research by Sharilyn Vera

SOURCES:

https://apnews.com/article/bride-groom-crashers-illegal-wedding-130c7270d0d206f61e08f1b197779815

https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/who-was-madame-rachel-scam

https://www.express.co.uk/expressyourself/170084/Victorian-con-artist-Madame-Rachel-Fortune-from-fake-beauty-products

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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The Criminally Morbid Mortician w/ Harvey Guillén Oct 28, 2025

Show notes

In the spookiest of scam stories yet, Laci welcomes actor Harvey Guillén (What We Do in the Shadows, Companion) to dig into David Sconce, a mortician who found new and gruesome ways to cut corners in the cremation business, turning his family’s funeral home into a money machine. Stay schemin’!

CW: Mention of death‑care industry misconduct.

CON-gregation, catch Laci's TV Show Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu!

Did you miss out on a custom-signed Scam Goddess book? Look no more, nab your copy on PODSWAG

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

Harvey Guillén: @harveyguillen

Research by Kathryn Doyle

SOURCES

https://www.eonline.com/photos/37749/the-true-story-behind-hbos-the-mortician

https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/tv/2025/06/15/mortician-hbo-series-lamb-funeral-home/84121896007/

https://slate.com/culture/2025/06/the-mortician-hbo-david-sconce-documentary-tim-waters-lamb-funeral-home.html

https://time.com/7290184/the-mortician-hbo-documentary-true-story/

https://www.missingatthemortuary.com/history

https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1988-12-30-me-1105-story.html

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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Fraud Friday: The Shady Legal Squatter w/ Traci Thomas Oct 24, 2025

Show notes

Laci welcomes Traci Thomas (The Stacks Podcast) to discuss Jamison Bachman, a man who posed as a charming tenant only to victimize his roommates, determined to take their homes from under them. Plus, an elderly woman pleads guilty to helping a Nigerian scammer she fell in love with. Stay Schemin’! (Originally Released 03/28/2022)

CONgregation, catch Laci's TV Show, Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu!

Did you miss out on a custom signed Scam Goddess: Lessons from a Life of Cons, Grifts and Schemes book? Look no more, nab your copy here on PODSWAG

Follow on Instagram:

Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspod

Laci Mosley: @divalaci

Traci Thomas: @thestackspod

Research by Kaelyn Brandt

SOURCES:

https://nymag.com/intelligencer/article/jamison-bachman-worst-roommate-ever.html

https://thenetline.com/jamison-bachman-now/

https://www.timesnewspapers.com/webster-kirkwoodtimes/woman-sentenced-after-helping-scam-artist/article_1b2ae9e0-9b02-11ec-bb64-5ff45577d3b2.html

https://ipropertymanagement.com/laws/california-squatters-rights#:~:text=A%20squatter%20can%20claim%20rights,ownership%20of%20the%20property%20legally

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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Fields of Deceit and Cons w/ Andy Richter Oct 21, 2025

Show notes

Laci welcomes comedian, writer, and now dancer Andy Richter (Dancing with the Stars, The Three Questions Podcast ) to dig up the sauciest of cons by R&V Warren Farms. Between 1997 and 2003, as the most successful tomato farmers on the eastern seaboard, they swindled the government out of $9 million before investigators discovered that the B in their BLT stood for “bullshit.” Stay schemin’!

You can vote for Andy & Emma on "Dancing with the Stars" by texting ANDY to 21523 during show time (Tuesday from 8 pm to 10 pm ET & 5 pm to 7 pm PT)!

CON-gregation, catch Laci's TV Show Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu!

Did you miss out on a custom-signed Scam Goddess book? Look no more, nab your copy on PODSWAG

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

Andy Richter: @richtercommaandy

Research by Kathryn Doyle

SOURCES

https://www.citizen-times.com/story/news/2013/12/21/candler-tomato-farmer-sentenced-to-prison-/4151515/

https://www.npr.org/2005/11/14/5009836/tomato-farmers-caught-out-in-insurance-scam

https://www.starnewsonline.com/story/news/2003/10/11/feds-farmers-faked-crop-loses-for-insurance-money/30527516007/

https://www.agweb.com/news/crops/crop-production/american-gothic-farm-couple-nailed-massive-9m-crop-insurance-fraud

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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Fraud Friday: RazzleCON: The Rapping Crypto Criminal w/ Jabari Davis Oct 17, 2025

Show notes

Laci welcomes Jabaris Davis (NBA Finals File) to discuss Heather Morgan, a rapping former-CEO who was a part of the largest asset seizure in history, involving over $4 billion in bitcoin. Plus, a Greek Orthodox priest and hedge fund manager participated in a “short and distort” scheme. Stay Schemin’! (Originally Released 03/21/2022)

CONgregation, catch Laci's TV Show, Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu!

Did you miss out on a custom signed Scam Goddess: Lessons from a Life of Cons, Grifts and Schemes book? Look no more, nab your copy here on PODSWAG

Follow on Instagram:

Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspod

Laci Mosley: @divalaci

Research by Kaelyn Brandt

SOURCES:

https://www.wsj.com/articles/hedge-fund-priest-thou-shalt-make-money-1445918531?mod=mktw

https://www.reuters.com/legal/litigation/jury-sec-case-finds-priest-shorting-biotechs-stock-made-false-statements-2021-11-05/

https://nymag.com/intelligencer/2022/02/the-many-shifting-sides-of-cryptos-most-notorious-couple.html

https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2016/08/03/the-bitfinex-bitcoin-hack-what-we-know-and-dont-know/

https://nymag.com/intelligencer/2022/02/doj-seizes-usd3-6-billion-in-stolen-bitcoin-arrests-couple.html

https://medium.datadriveninvestor.com/bitcoin-billionaire-rapper-busted-after-fbi-seized-her-3-9-billion-fortune-183ad0e8cb0

https://www.nytimes.com/2022/02/13/nyregion/bitcoin-bitfinex-hack-heather-morgan-ilya-lichtenstein.html

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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