Best Brandon Rodriguez Podcasts (2025)

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Ep. #3563: UFC review, PFL review, Gilbert Burns Interview, Paul Hughes Interview, more 1:40:25

4m ago1:40:25

1:40:25

On Episode 3,563, the guys reviewed this weekend’s UFC card and had two interviews as well, Gilbert Burns and Paul Hughes.By MMA Junkie Radio

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The HiStudio Hype House with Chris Gethard 56:43

4d 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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Picking up the pieces from a disastrous April 44:48

20h ago44:48

44:48

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss the Orioles' series win over the Yankees and the team's 9-16 April.By bannerbaseballshow

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Ep. #3562: UFC preview, PFL talk, Malcolm Wellmaker interview, Dan Ige interview, more 1:27:56

19h ago1:27:56

1:27:56

On Episode 3,562, the guys previewed the UFC card for this upcoming weekend. They also had two interviews. The first guest was Dan Ige, who wants to fight Pitbull. The second guest was Malcolm Wellmaker, who just got a viral KO.By MMA Junkie Radio

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The Nephilim Hunter - Season 1, Episode 5 - Season Finale 28:51

23h ago28:51

28:51

Overview: The Olympic National Park hosts 4 different temperate rain forests. Each one is dense. Each one is dark. Each one hosts old growth trees dating back a thousand years. Now, they host something even older -- and darker. Now, they host - The Nephilim. Episode 5: Act 1 - "I mean really... Nephilim?" Commander Nussbaum relieves Captain Broderi…

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Do the Orioles have a leadership void? 30:44

3d ago30:44

30:44

Co-host Paul Mancano is joined by beat writer Danielle Allentuck to discuss the Orioles' slew of injury news (2:05), the team's win over the Yankees (4:15), the decision to bring up Emmanuel Rivera and not Coby Mayo (9:45) and whether the O's are suffering from a lack of leadership (14:10).By bannerbaseballshow

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

7d 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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Ep. #3561: UFC Results, is Ian Garry belt worthy, Phil Davis Interview, more 1:25:29

4d ago1:25:29

1:25:29

On Episode 3,561, the guys had the UFC in KC to cover and also spoke to PFL headliner Phil Davis.By MMA Junkie Radio

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

11d 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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Ep. #3560: UFC Preview, Cub Swanson Interview, Richie Miranda Interview, more 1:34:20

8d ago1:34:20

1:34:20

On Episode 3,560, the UFC is back so the guys covered that and the other storylines from the big names in our sport. They also had two guests join the show. First was Cub Swanson, who came on and gave us an update on where he is at, says he’s 60/40 in favor of retirement. Next was Richie Miranda, who just won a belt at LFA and gave the guys his cas…

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The ugly downside of the Orioles' draft strategy 47:10

10d ago47:10

47:10

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss the Orioles' early-season struggles (2:05), what to do with Charlie Morton (7:33) and injury updates on Grayson Rodriguez and Zach Eflin (22:56). Then, they question the O's draft strategy under Mike Elias (30:14).By bannerbaseballshow

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

14d 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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Ep. #3559: DDP may be injured, WrestleMania had a UFC presence, PFL results, Miesha Tate Interview, more 1:14:36

11d ago1:14:36

1:14:36

On Episode 3,559, the guys welcomed Miesha Tate onto the show and discussed her upcoming fight. There was no UFC event this weekend but there was WrestleMania, whch had a UFC presence.By MMA Junkie Radio

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#97 - Comedian/Actor - Jimmy Shubert 46:04

13d ago46:04

46:04

*Recorded on November 21st, 2023* Danny Rodriguez talks with Comedian/Actor, Jimmy Shubert, about the nature of being a comic, the latest film projects he's been involved in, his love & passion for magic, his childhood being raised in a big family in Philadelphia, the importance of laughter, learning comedy's history & those who paved the way, Jimm…

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

18d 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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Ep. #3558: Michael Chandler puts out a statement, Yair Rodriguez thinks he’s next, more 1:13:58

15d ago1:13:58

1:13:58

On Episode 3,558, only PFL is going this week but a ton of storylines to cover out there, so they hit those pretty hard.By MMA Junkie Radio

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This Orioles rotation cannot survive 39:41

17d ago39:41

39:41

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss the importance of Adley Rutschman and Gunnar Henderson (1:30), the Orioles' rotation issues (9:43) and the backwards bullpen (29:34).By bannerbaseballshow

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

21d 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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Ep. #3557: UFC 314 review, PFL review, Impa Kasanganay Interview, more 1:15:34

18d ago1:15:34

1:15:34

On Episode 3,557, the guys had a big UFC card that they recapped a ton of stuff on. Their guest was Impa Kasanganay, who fights in the main event of PFL this week.By MMA Junkie Radio

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#96 - Retired MMA Fighter/Psychedelic Coach - Ian McCall 41:20

20d ago41:20

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*Recorded on November 21st, 2023* Danny Rodriguez talks with Retired MMA Fighter/Psychedelic Coach, Ian McCall, about one of the biggest lessons he learned from Chuck Liddell, his time in the UFC, his biggest influences/role models, the importance of building relationships with people who inspire you, the mission behind his organization Athlete's J…

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The Nephilim Hunter - Season 1 - Episode 4:"She Was Still Growling" 29:46

20d ago29:46

29:46

Overview: The Olympic National Park hosts 4 different temperate rain forests. Each one is dense. Each one is dark. Each one hosts old growth trees dating back a thousand years. Now, they host something even older -- and darker. Now, they host - The Nephilim. Episode 4: The Fishcops fight to protect their station from an attack by the Nephilim and d…

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Broadway & screen vixens Carly Jibson (Hairspray, Cry-Baby, The Guestbook) & Emma Hunton (Rent, Wicked, Good Trouble) 1:41:10

21d ago1:41:10

1:41:10

On this episode of On the Rocks, get out the rock gear, we chat with the vixens of stage and screen, Carly Jibson from Hairspray, Cry Baby, and The Guestbook, and Emma Hunton from Wicked, Rent, and Good Trouble, as we take a hysterical and emotional deep dive into their careers, hot topics, working through grief, girl code, the power of friendship,…

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

25d 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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Ep. #3556: UFC 314 preview, PFL preview, Aaron Pico signs with the UFC, more 1:08:53

22d ago1:08:53

1:08:53

On Episode 3,556, UFC 314 is upon us, so the guys broke that down and all the storylines. They also talked a little PFL and GFL.By MMA Junkie Radio

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There's a problem with the Brandon Hyde discourse 50:31

24d ago50:31

50:31

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss Zach Eflin's short start (3:20) and Albert Suárez's injury (8:00) Then they talk about how concerned fans should be about the Orioles' slow start (11:09). Finally, they dive into why the conversations around manager Brandon Hyde are fraught with incomplete information (24:25).…

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Grifting Graceland w/ Ronald Young Jr. 57:28

28d ago57:28

57:28

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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Ep. #3555: UFC on ESPN 65 and 2025 PFL 1 recaps, Josh Rettinghouse interview, more 1:08:50

25d ago1:08:50

1:08:50

On Episode 3,555, George and Goze recap UFC on ESPN 65 and 2025 PFL 1, as well as look ahead to UFC 314, and they welcomed Josh Rettinghouse to the show, who will be fighting Leandro Higo at 2025 PFL 2 this week.By MMA Junkie Radio

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#95 - Doctor of Chiropractic - Dr. Ben Tapper 40:17

27d ago40:17

40:17

*Recorded on November 20th, 2023* Danny Rodriguez talks with Doctor of Chiropractic, Dr. Ben Tapper, about his stand against v*ccines, his research during C*VID-19, how he predicted the world would change in 2019, how he was banned on social media for giving his medical opinion, why exposing massive corruption was his ultimate purpose, the sudden a…

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

1M ago58:11

58:11

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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Ep. #3554: PFL preview, Roman Dolidze Interview, more 1:09:41

29d ago1:09:41

1:09:41

On Episode 3,554, the guys discussed PFL tonight, UFC this weekend, and covered all the new matchups announced. They also had an interview with UFC middleweight Roman Dolidze, who wanted to address his situation in the division and the people responding to his call outs.By MMA Junkie Radio

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What's real (and what's not) from the Orioles' first few games 42:37

1M ago42:37

42:37

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss what might be Cedric Mullins' last home opener in Baltimore (2:18), Albert Suárez's shoulder injury (7:12) and Colton Cowser's broken thumb (9:10). Then they delineate what's real and what's not from the first five games, including Tyler O'Neill's hot start (13:54), Jorge Mateo's slow start (22:00), the r…

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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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Ep. #3553: UFC Results, Dan Hardy interview, Jesus Pinedo interview, more 1:45:36

1M ago1:45:36

1:45:36

On Episode 3,553, the guys recapped UFC in Mexico and talked all the storylines coming out. They also had two guests join the show, PFL commentator Dan Hardy and fighter Jesus Pinedo.By MMA Junkie Radio

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#94 - Los Angeles County Sheriffs - Detective Gil Carrillo & Sheriff Alex Villanueva 49:11

1M ago49:11

49:11

*Recorded on March 23rd, 2025* Danny Rodriguez talks with Retired Homicide Detective of the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, Gil Carrillo, famously known for his work on the Richard Ramirez "Night Stalker" case, and the 33rd Sheriff of the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, Alex Villanueva, about why Gil chose the life of a homicide d…

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

1M ago57:10

57:10

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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Ep. #3552: UFC preview, Ryan Bader leaves PFL, Kelvin Gastelum Interview, more 51:56

1M ago51:56

51:56

On Episode 3,552, the guys previewed the UFC card for this upcoming weekend and welcomed Kelvin Gastelum onto the show.By MMA Junkie Radio

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The Nephilim Hunter - Season 1: Episode 3 - "A Death Sentence" 21:50

1M ago21:50

21:50

Overview: The Olympic National Park hosts 4 different temperate rain forests. Each one is dense. Each one is dark. Each one hosts old growth trees dating back a thousand years. Now, they host something even older -- and darker. Now, they host - The Nephilim. Episode 3: Hardy and Simmons are back at it and there are more killings in the park. Only, …

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2025 predictions: The Orioles will be better than you think 52:14

1M ago52:14

52:14

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss our first look at the new(er) left field wall (7:40). Then they break down the signing of veteran RHP Kyle Gibson (9:44) and give their predictions for the 2025 season (24:12).By bannerbaseballshow

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Ep. #3551: UFC results, Cain Velasquez sentencing, Mario Bautista Interview, more 1:13:40

1M ago1:13:40

1:13:40

On Episode 3,551, the guys recapped the UFC event and talked about Cain Velasquez getting his sentence. They also had interviewed Mario Bautista, who will be facing Marlon Vera.By MMA Junkie Radio

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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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The Nephilim Hunter - Season 1: Episode 2 - "A Willing Victim" 18:50

1M ago18:50

18:50

Overview: The Olympic National Park hosts 4 different temperate rain forests. Each one is dense. Each one is dark. Each one hosts old growth trees dating back a thousand years. Now, they host something even older -- and darker. Now, they host—The Nephilim. Episode 2: Upon their release from the hospital, Hardy and Simmons return to the scene of the…

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#93 - MMA Coach - Brandon Gibson 33:12

1M ago33:12

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*Recorded on March 14th, 2025* Danny Rodriguez talks with MMA Coach, Brandon "Six Gun" Gibson, about his life as head coach/trainer for the widely considered GOAT Jon Jones & the Lebron James of MMA Aaron Pico, what his relationship with them means to him, the growth of Jon Jones inside and outside of the ring, Brandon's thoughts on Tom Aspinall, w…

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YouTuber Brandon Rogers Shares All 1:38:06

1M ago1:38:06

1:38:06

On this On the Rocks, we take a deep dive into the world of influencers with YouTuber, writer, and actor Brandon Rogers as we chat about his career, his millions of followers, mental health, his creative process, and his roles in Helluva Boss and Hazbin Hotel…with a pop culture recap by model Steven Dehler…and our guest co-host, nightlife and PR ma…

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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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Ep. #3550: UFC preview, Jon Anik Interview, Kenny Cross Interview, more 1:29:57

1M ago1:29:57

1:29:57

On Episode 3,550, the guys previewed this weekend's UFC card and had two guests, UFC commentator Jon Anik & XFC headliner and prospect Kenny Cross. They also went over the news hits.By MMA Junkie Radio

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Coby Mayo's "lose-lose" situation, and 6 stats that could define the 2025 Orioles 47:53

2M ago47:53

47:53

Co-hosts Paul Mancano and Jon Meoli discuss Orioles prospect Coby Mayo's reaction to being sent to Triple-A Norfolk (3:55). Then they give six stats that could define the O's 2025 season (20:16).By bannerbaseballshow

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Smugglers & Strugglers w/ Abby Govindan 48:26

2M ago48:26

48:26

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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Ep. #3549: UFC results, RDR Interview, Conor McGregor at the White House, Demetrious Johnson Interview, more 1:28:18

2M ago1:28:18

1:28:18

On Episode 3,549, the guys went over the UFC card from this past weekend, discussed all the news that came out of the event, and had two guests join the show: Reinier de Ridder & Demetrious Johnson.By MMA Junkie Radio

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#92 - Boxing Announcer/Author - Jim Lampley 39:52

2M ago39:52

39:52

*Recorded on March 10th, 2025* Danny talks with the legendary Jim Lampley about his much anticipated return to boxing on May 2nd, 2025 in Madison Square Garden (where he will regain his role as ringside blow by blow commentator), Turki Al-Sheikh's influence on Boxing and its' impact on the sport, Jim's earliest memories with boxing and how his fami…

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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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