Best Abbi Rodriguez Podcasts (2025)

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The Ulta EntreprenuHERS w/ Jillian Bell 1:06:57

1d ago1:06:57

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Hide your makeup compact, 'cause Jillian Bell (Summer of 69, Kinda Pregnant) is here to help Laci give a primer on a group of criminals concealing concealer. Yup, we're talkin' cosmetics crime rings! Tune in to hear how Ulta, Sephora, and other makeup retailers have become hot targets for thieves looking to resell product. Plus, Jillian shares how …

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The HiStudio Hype House with Chris Gethard 56:43

5d ago56:43

56:43

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 Relea…

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Balancing on Booboo Bogus Bracelets w/ Jon Gabrus 1:13:06

8d ago1:13:06

1:13:06

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 th…

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Fraud Friday: The Real Hustlers behind Hustlers w/ Mo Heart 49:54

12d ago49:54

49:54

In this week's Fraud Friday, Laci is joined by Mo Heart (RuPaul's Drag Race) to help us break down the real-life story that inspired the 2019 hit film Hustlers starring Jennifer Lopez and Constance Wu. Plus, a Florida man faces 104 felony counts after allegedly using 28 people’s personal information to purchase expensive items in area stores. (Orig…

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Lip Filler Fakers & Bike Taxi Tricksters w/ Arden Myrin 1:07:24

15d ago1:07:24

1:07:24

What do a lip-filled faker in jump shoes, a bike taxi trickster, and a sexy scoundrel entrepreneur all have in common? YOU, because on today’s episode, Laci is joined by Arden Myrin (The Righteous Gemstones, Insatiable) for a very special edition of the CONgregation's Confessionals! That’s right, after a long search, Laci is cracking open the vault…

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Fraud Friday: The NFT Banksy Con w/ Aida Osman 1:11:06

19d ago1:11:06

1:11:06

In this week's Fraud Friday, Laci is joined by Aida Osman (Rap Sh!t, Betty) to discuss how an elusive artist used a Banksy-inspired NFT to earn millions and how an Australian line dancing scheme went wrong. Plus, none of these scammers got caught in today's episode. (Originally Released 04/26/2021) CON-gregation, catch Laci's TV Show, Scam Goddess,…

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Serving Up Ping Pong Scams w/ Lamorne Morris and Kyle Shevrin 1:21:49

22d ago1:21:49

1:21:49

On today’s episode, Laci is joined by Emmy Award winner Lamorne Morris and his hilarious co-host, comedian, writer, and director Kyle Shevrin from their podcast The Lamorning After. Together, they serve up laughs as they follow the trifling story of 49th place Jamaican Olympic table tennis player Michael Hyatt and how he used his ping pong passion …

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Fraud Friday: I’m Gay, Not Blind: Live in Chicago w/ Sydnee Washington, Skyler Higley & Ashley Ray 1:19:22

26d ago1:19:22

1:19:22

This week on Fraud Friday, Laci is joined live at Chicago's Den Theatre by Sydnee Washington, Skyler Higley, and Ashley Ray to unpack the infamous scam that rocked the Windy City and the nation, the Jussie Smollett case. Stay Schemin’! (Originally Released 01/08/2024) This was recorded in Nov. 11th 2023. CON-gregation, catch Laci's new TV Show, Sca…

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Grifting Graceland w/ Ronald Young Jr. 57:28

29d ago57:28

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On today’s episode, Laci is joined by Ambie Award-winning podcaster Ronald Young Jr. to unpack the wild Graceland grift — the one that had Priscilla Presley firing up Microsoft Paint to fight back against scammer Lisa Jeanine Findley. Turns out, in Memphis, Tennessee, all you need to fake-sell someone else’s house is a mailbox and a dream. Plus, ti…

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Fraud Friday: The Bootleg Bourbon Heist w/ Frankie Quiñones 58:11

1M ago58:11

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In this week’s Fraud Friday, Frankie Quiñones (The Fool, Creator of CholoFit) joins Laci us to discuss the disappearance of 18 barrels of bourbon from Buffalo Trace Distillery, the makers of the renowned Pappy Van Winkle Bourbon. Plus, scammers capitalize off fake high-end whiskey being sold in local liquor stores across the nation. Stay Schemin’! …

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The Great Shrimp Skimp w/ Dan Pashman 1:02:58

1M ago1:02:58

1:02:58

On today’s episode, Laci is joined by pasta inventor and OG podcaster Dan Pashman (The Sporkful) to dive into a seafood scandal affecting shrimp lovers everywhere. That’s right—Laci and Dan don their lab coats and discover the investigative firm SeaD to uncover the widespread shrimp fraud impacting restaurants across the country and hurting small b…

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Fraud Friday: The Impostrous Influencer w/ Jameela Jamil 57:10

1M ago57:10

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In this week’s Fraud Friday, Jameela Jamil (The Good Place, She-Hulk: Attorney at Law) joins Laci in studio to discuss the basics on THE BASIC- Caroline Calloway. They dig into Jameela's earliest stint teaching English, and both become very afraid when they learn how fortune tellers scam their clients out of money. Stay Schemin’! (Originally Releas…

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Swindling the Nations w/ Dewayne Perkins 1:05:53

1M ago1:05:53

1:05:53

On today’s episode, Laci is joined by stand-up writer, actor, and comedian Dewayne Perkins (The Blackening, One of Them Days) to dive into the con of the century, unraveling the web of lies and false promises spun by John Ackah Blay-Miezah. In a story so wild it could be straight out of a movie—one that Dewayne himself might have written—they also …

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Fraud Friday: The Hot Girl Scammer w/ Naomi Ekperigin 1:04:25

2M ago1:04:25

1:04:25

In this week’s Fraud Friday, Naomi Ekperigin (Mythic Quest, Family Switch) joins us to discuss how a sexy credit card con artist stole one million dollars out of the ex-wife of a former NBA star. Plus, an Italian hospital worker gets paid for doing nothing for 15 years. Stay Schemin’! (Originally Released 06/07/2021) CON-gregation, catch Laci's new…

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Smugglers & Strugglers w/ Abby Govindan 48:26

2M ago48:26

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On today’s episode, Laci is joined by stand-up comedian Abby Govindan to dive into the wildest and most ridiculous ways people have been caught smuggling drugs. A recent toupee smuggle struggle led them to the discovery of many more fails that led many folks to jail. You won’t believe how many everyday items can be made from cocaine! Laci and Abby …

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Fraud Friday: Love Fraud w/ Scottie Beam & Sylvia Obell 1:09:29

2M ago1:09:29

1:09:29

In this week’s Fraud Friday, Scottie Beam and Sylvia Obell hear from Laci about Richard Scott Smith—a man who promised love but instead conned a group of Midwestern women out of over $1 million. Plus, a Los Angeles family is shocked to learn that someone posted their home on Airbnb to rent it. Stay Schemin’! (Originally Released 01/17/2022) CON-gre…

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Your Letters and Scams w/ Misha Brown 1:06:42

2M ago1:06:42

1:06:42

Misha Brown (from Wondery’s The Big Flop) joins Laci to dive into YOUR scams, CON-gregation! It's your moment to shine. Laci and Misha read letters about a Dayton hair salon doubling as a hotspot for selling boosted clothes, a puzzling college loan collection email, a survey scam promising a three-year Netflix subscription, and a Dr. Phil-worthy pr…

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Fraud Friday: Auntie Ruckus aka Candace Owens w/ Yvette Nicole Brown 57:15

2M ago57:15

57:15

In this week’s Fraud Friday, Yvette Nicole Brown (Community, Pupstruction) joins Laci in expressing ongoing disbelief over Candace Owens, a controversial conservative political commentator frequently criticized for spreading blatant falsehoods. Plus, the Trump Organization is once again being accused of fraud, this time, for insurance related to it…

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The Doula Demon Scam w/ Lex P 1:08:42

2M ago1:08:42

1:08:42

It’s been a long time since Laci has truly despised a scammer, but oh baby, today’s scammer, Kaitlyn Braun, takes the cake. CON-gregation, Laci welcomes content queen Lex P (Pour Minds) to the show as they dive into the world of dating scammers and the gross Kaitlyn Braun, the demon terrorizing doulas across multiple countries, getting caught, and …

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Fraud Friday: The Geriatric Gem Heist w/ Brian Simpson 59:01

2M ago59:01

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In this week's Fraud Friday, comedian Brian Simpson (Brian Simpson: Live from the Mothership) joins Laci to discuss how a group of British OG’s successfully stole about $19.4 million from the Hatton Garden Safe Deposit Company. Plus, we learn how a Japanese KFC owner popularized fried chicken as the main dish during Christmas time in Japan. Stay Sc…

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The Brad Pitt Love Scammers w/ Jessie Woo 1:00:34

2M ago1:00:34

1:00:34

Love is never easy, and it should never come with a price tag. CON-gregation, get ready for a blessing because Laci is joined by the one and only content queen and makeup maestro, Jessie Woo (host of Jess A Couple Things Podcast). Together, they dive into the wild story of a French woman who was scammed out of $850,000 in her pursuit of love with a…

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Fraud Friday: The Failed Mob Music Mogul w/ Diallo Riddle 1:08:59

3M ago1:08:59

1:08:59

This week, Diallo Riddle joins us to discuss a legendary con artist who used his ties to notorious crime families in the US to pose as a major music executive, gaining fame and access to lavish perks around the world. Plus, an anonymous group walked away with $3.81 million after creating a viral cryptocurrency named after the popular Netflix show S…

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Calling the Shots w/ Katie Nolan 1:00:54

3M ago1:00:54

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This week, sports expert Katie Nolan (Casuals Podcast) joins Laci as they break down the Michigan State football sign-stealing scam fronted by Conner Stallion. Stallion was a noted Michigan super fan who was caught stealing signs to help his favorite team win the season. Stay Stallions, y'all. Check out Katie Nolan's podcast, Casuals, wherever you …

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Fraud Friday: Lady Gangsters: The Forty Elephants w/ Aida Rodriguez 55:44

3M ago55:44

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This week, Aida Rodriguez (Aida Rodriguez: Fighting Words) joins Laci to uncover the stylish, all-female gang that terrorized London for much of the 1900s—pulling off daring heists, implementing loyalty, and pinning the blame on their lover boys. Plus, a man pleads guilty in a lost luggage scam resulting in over $300,000 worth of fraudulent claims.…

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The Phone Call Phony w/ Jacquis Neal 1:16:41

3M ago1:16:41

1:16:41

Some might call him the Deacon of the CONgregation, and today, he’s blessing us with his presence. Laci welcomes her OG comedian bestie, Jacquis Neal (Grand Crew, Dropout TV), to dive into the wild story of phone call phony and teen fraudster Elliot Castro. As his scams unravel, Laci and Jacquis uncover Elliot’s bad-kid teeth, his absentee father—w…

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Fraud Friday: The Counterfeit Composer w/ Priscilla Davies 1:19:19

3M ago1:19:19

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This week, the sweet and hilarious Priscilla Davies (Monét's Slumber Party, Euphoria) is back to discuss Mamoru Samuragochi, one of Japan’s most beloved composers who was later revealed to be a fraud. Plus, in a longer scammer of the week, we explore the controversy surrounding Kanye West’s Christian private school, Donda Academy. Stay Schemin’! (O…

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Scams Hitting the Slopes w/ Sam Sanders 1:19:44

3M ago1:19:44

1:19:44

Journalism genius and podcast favorite Sam Sanders (Vibe Check, The Sam Sanders Show on KCRW) joins Laci to take down the latest scam hitting the ski slopes. While they may not agree on taking a spin on the ski lift, they’re both all in for cozying up with drinks by the fire and rocking those snow bunny fits. Today’s scheme has it all—Jay Peak, a s…

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Fraud Friday: The Fake Heiress at Mar-A-Lago w/ Kimia Behpoornia 1:06:12

3M ago1:06:12

1:06:12

This week, Kimia Behpoornia (Atypical, Reboot) joins Laci to discuss how the FBI was looking into a woman who spent considerable time at Trump’s Mar-A-Lago estate, claiming to be an heiress. Plus, a manga artist was scammed out of 75 million yen by someone who claimed to be Mark Ruffalo. Stay Schemin’! (Originally Released 10/10/2022) CON-gregation…

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Scammin' Shoplifters w/ Danny Pudi 1:11:11

3M ago1:11:11

1:11:11

The incomparable and hilarious Danny Pudi (Community, Going Dutch, Mythic Quest) joins Laci on today’s episode to talk about the ultimate discount: the five-finger discount. Laci entertains cousin Danny with tales of Lululemon looters, the TikTok Target thief, and a private island owner who stole from K-Mart. Danny shares his altar boy church scam,…

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Fraud Friday: The Invisible Sculptor Scam w/ J.B. Smoove 1:04:37

3M ago1:04:37

1:04:37

What’s poppin’ con-gregation? This week, JB Smoove joins us to discuss an Italian artist who sold an invisible statue for thousands of dollars. Plus, a Florida man is charged with impersonating a doctor while injecting botox into patients while drinking. Stay schemin’! (Originally Released 07/05/2021) CON-gregation, make sure to catch Laci's new TV…

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Big Crime Energy w/ Jordan Carlos (Re-Release) 1:28:05

4M ago1:28:05

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This week, Jordan Carlos joins us to discuss how, during the 1970s, the FBI hired Mel Weinberg, a career con man, to tackle some of Washington’s biggest politicians. This story inspired the movie American Hustle! Laci and Jordan dive into growing up in Dallas near the same churches, driving a Ford, and the con of writing ad commercials. Plus, Late …

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Fraud Friday: The Queen of Cons w/ Miranda Cosgrove & Nathan Kress 1:24:38

4M ago1:24:38

1:24:38

It’s the iCarly, Scam Goddess crossover we’ve all been waiting for! We got Miranda Cosgrove and Nathan Kress discussing Cassie Chadwick, who at the turn of the 20th century became one of the US’ foremost accomplished fraudsters. Plus, a Florida man is charged with 114 counts of various fraud, after he was caught in an alleged decades-long scheme to…

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CON-gressman George Santos w/ Brittany Luse [Re-Release] 1:20:14

4M ago1:20:14

1:20:14

CON-gregation, US Rep. George Santos' sentencing has been delayed so he can keep making podcasts! What?! Here's a refresher on this fraudster with a legitimate podcast host Brittany Luse (NPR’s It’s Been A Minute A Minute) joining Laci to discuss the disgraced former CON-gressman, who is making history as the most fraudulent politician to have been…

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Fraud Friday: Fraud van Gogh w/ Jonathan Van Ness 53:53

4M ago53:53

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What’s poppin’ con-gregation? Jonathan Van Ness joins us to discuss how Margaret Keane didn’t know that her husband, Walter Keane, was taking credit for her famous “Big Eyed” children paintings popularized during the 1950s and 60s. Plus, find out how one woman found a stack of 70 Chase bank credit cards in her mailbox. Stay Schemin’! (Originally Re…

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Smooth Criminal Tanya Smith w/ Margaret Cho 1:06:40

4M ago1:06:40

1:06:40

Legendary comedian Margaret Cho joins the CONgregation as a self-proclaimed deacon. Margaret helps Laci uncover the surprising connection between Prince, Michael Jackson, and the art of smooth talk—and how it all leads to wire fraud scammer Tanya Smith, who, to her chagrin, is the last person you’d expect to pull one over on the FBI. Laci and Marga…

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Fraud Friday: The Con with the “Cure” for Cancer w/ Caleb Hearon 1:08:03

4M ago1:08:03

1:08:03

Comedian Caleb Hearon (Jurassic World Dominion) returns to discuss Norman Baker, a vaudevillian, business-owner, and radio-show host in the 1800’s who claimed to have a cure for cancer. Plus, a Hong Kong student has been arrested after participating in an elaborate kidnapping to scam her parents out of ransom money. Stay schemin’! (Originally Relea…

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Scamuel L. Jackson: Shan Kng Pt. 2 w/ Ashley Ray [Re-Release] 1:39:35

4M ago1:39:35

1:39:35

This New Years Eve we thought we'd revisit a classic ep so at midnight you can count down all the ways that so-called civil rights activist Jeffrey Shaun King has continued his scamming ways. Also, a worker in Chile accidentally got paid 286 times his salary. Stay schemin’! (Originally Released 07/18/2022) Signed copies of Laci's book are back in s…

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Fraud Friday: Rent-A-Hitman Dot Con w/ Jamie Lee 51:21

4M ago51:21

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Jamie Lee (Ted Lasso) joins the CONgregation to discuss an IT help website that accidentally turns into the go-to URL for people seeking murder for hire. Plus, a 50-year-old man tricks twitter followers using FaceApp! Stay schemin'! (Originally Released 04/05/2021) Signed copies of Laci's book are back in stock on Podswag: https://www.podswag.com/c…

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Holiday Ho-ho-hoodwinks w/ Bridger Winegar 1:15:43

4M ago1:15:43

1:15:43

Scam-ta baby, ‘tis the season for some holiday ho-ho-hoodwinks with Bridger Winegar (I Said No Gifts!) to find out how the organizers of SantaCon, an Italian social media influencer, and the planners of a kids’ winter wonderland experience all ended up on the Scam Goddess naughty list. Could the reason of the season be to stay schemin'? You'll find…

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Fraud Friday: A Whole Life Ruiner w/ Jon Gabrus 1:10:22

5M ago1:10:22

1:10:22

This week, Jon Gabrus (High and Mighty) joins the CONgregation to discuss Albert Rosenberg, the man who married the heir to the Ovaltine fortune and charmed woman across continents. Plus, a 22-year-old New Jersey man is on the hook after committing unemployment fraud and bragging about it on Instagram. Stay Schemin’! (Originally Released 12/19/2022…

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Eric Adams: The Miscreant Mayor of NYC w/ Sydnee Washington & Marie Faustin 1:19:51

5M ago1:19:51

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It's time to dish the dirt on disgraced NYC Mayor Eric Adams and we couldn't do it without CONgregation VIPs Sydnee Washington & Marie Faustin (hosts of the new iHeartPodcast "MESS"). We get into all of Eric's bizarre quotes, his questionable choices as Mayor, and what led to his criminal indictment, including pop star Sabrina Carpenter's involveme…

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Fraud Friday: The Crooked Car Executive w/ Bryan Safi 1:01:47

5M ago1:01:47

1:01:47

Bryan Safi (ABC's 911) is here to discuss LGBTQI Icon Geraldine Elizabeth Carmichael, a car executive who attempted to sell the Dale, a fuel-efficient three-wheeled car in response to the 1974 oil crisis. Plus, a corrupt NYPD Officer steals thousands of dollars in rent and deposit money for a Queens apartment. Stay schemin’! CW: There are non-graph…

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The Fake Texas Oil Tycoon w/ Brandon Kyle Goodman 1:00:01

5M ago1:00:01

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If you got unemployed roommates, put your headphones ON as today things get a lil' raunchy with Brandon Kyle Goodman, the host of the new "Tell Me Something Messy" podcast from iHeartMedia's Outspoken Podcast Network. Brandon helps us discuss Alan Todd May—a career criminal who started out committing check fraud and ended up hoodwinking investors o…

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Fraud Friday: The Liar in Literature w/ Atsuko Okatsuka 1:10:58

5M ago1:10:58

1:10:58

Comedian Atsuko Okatsuka joins the show to discuss how Dan Mallory, the author of the best-selling novel “The Woman in the Window,” took many of the plot points from deception and fraud in his own life of publishing. Plus, Elizabeth Holmes, the founder of Theranos, was sentenced to more than 11 years in prison. Stay schemin’! (Originally Released 1…

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Guru Jagat's Yoga Cult w/ Gilli Nissim 1:12:38

5M ago1:12:38

1:12:38

Comedy writer and self-proclaimed scammer Gilli Nissim (The Other Two) joins the Con-gregation to help Laci discuss Guru Jagat—aka white woman Katie Griggs—who's the kundalini yoga cult leader and conspiracy theorist subject of the new HBO docuseries "Breath of Fire." But first, Gilli teaches us how to scam your way to cash and prizes by running an…

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Fraud Friday: Girls Trip Gone Bad w/ Danielle Pinnock 49:53

5M ago49:53

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Danielle Pinnock (Ghosts, Young Sheldon) joins the Con-gregation to discuss Nakesia Washington, a scamming travel agent who specialized in planning trips for the Essence Festival, only to leave clients high and dry. Plus, romance fraud is on the rise and one man sends nearly $500,000 to a love interest he never met. Stay schemin’! (Originally Relea…

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The Phony Phone Company w/ Andy Richter 1:03:34

5M ago1:03:34

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Andy Richter (The Three Questions, Conan) joins the Con-gregation to break down the story of the An0m encrypted cell phone—a phone branded as "by criminals for criminals"—and international gangster Maximilian "Microsoft" Rivkin who became a criminal influencer for the company. Make sure you listen 'til the end 'cause there's a twist! Stay schemin'!…

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Fraud Friday: The L. Ron Ex-Con w/ Cody Ziglar 1:06:42

6M ago1:06:42

1:06:42

Cody Ziglar (Futurama, Rick and Morty) joins the Con-gregation to talk about an ex-convict claiming to be the reincarnation of Scientology founder L. Ron Hubbard. Plus, a teen allegedly steals nearly $1 million from a Kroger grocery store. Stay schemin'! (Originally Released 05/03/2021) Laci’s book is out now! Order “Scam Goddess: Lessons from a Li…

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The Swiftie Swindler w/ Jamie Loftus 1:09:03

6M ago1:09:03

1:09:03

Jamie Loftus (Sixteenth Minute of Fame) helps tell Laci's Version of the Taylor Swift New Orleans Holiday House fan meetup that went from daydream to nightmare when superfan Rebecca Fox couldn't deliver on her many promises for the event. Plus, a listener warns us of a poppin' new scam on the streets where unsolicited checks are being sent to peopl…

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Fraud Friday: The Scheming Superintendent w/ Tracy Clayton 1:13:01

6M ago1:13:01

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Tracy Clayton joins the Con-gregation to talk about Frank Tassone—the superintendent with a 4.0 average in fraud! Frank stole $11.2 million from a Long Island school district and was later portrayed by Hugh Jackman in the HBO movie Bad Education. Plus, we cover a good old-fashioned pyramid scheme from Tracy and Laci’s favorite white woman: Tyra Ban…

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