Summary
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Host Laci Mosley is joined by guest Lala Milan on this episode of Scam Goddess to discuss wild cons, from home squatters to serial romantic fraudsters. Laci and Lala analyze a listener letter about a couple who broke into a newly purchased house and used tenants' rights and fake lease papers to avoid eviction, prompting a discussion on different types of scammers. The conversation then turns to historic hoodwinkings, specifically Richard Scott Smith, a car salesman who spent 20 years dating and marrying women across the Midwest while stealing over one million dollars and attempting to take out life insurance policies. They wrap up by examining the case of former Trump advisor Steve Bannon and the "We Build the Wall" crowdfunding fraud.
Throughout the episode, the host and guest debate whether empathy should be extended to certain scammers and marvel at the audacity of high-level fraudsters. Laci brings her signature humor to breaking down absurd criminal behavior while Lala shares hilarious anecdotes about working a regular job and dealing with modern dating red flags. It is worth listening to for the sharp comedic chemistry, unfiltered commentary on societal double standards, and deep dives into bizarre criminal enterprises.
- Always verify lease papers and property rights thoroughly when purchasing a home to protect against professional squatters. 11:24
- Be wary of romantic partners who push for joint bank accounts or life insurance policies early in a relationship. 35:33
- Scammers often use charm and manufactured crises to isolate victims and manipulate them into financial ruin. 25:29
Chapters
- 0:00Podcast Intro and Host Greeting
The episode opens with the host, Lacey Mosley, introducing herself and welcoming listeners to the Scam Goddess show.
- 2:30Host Introduces Guest Lala Milan
Lacey announces the arrival of comedian Lala Milan and expresses excitement about her appearance on the show.
- 3:10Lala Milan Shares Personal Anecdotes
Lala shares humorous stories about her past, including her experience with Rihanna’s products and her own comedic style.
- 5:03Discussion of Scams and Lala’s Perspective
Lala discusses her experiences with scams, including a past incident at Walgreens, and explains her stance on being a scam empathizer.
- 7:10Listener Letter and Squatter Scam Story
A listener shares a story about a squatter scam involving a house purchase, which Lala and Lacey dissect and analyze.
- 24:21Deep Dive into Richard Scott Smith Scam
Lacey and Lala explore the case of Richard Scott Smith, detailing his long‑term con of women and the legal repercussions.
- 45:21Legal Outcomes and Sentencing of Smith
The episode covers Smith’s arrests, convictions, and sentences, highlighting the justice system’s response to his fraud.
- 49:01Wrap‑Up and Final Thoughts
Lacey wraps up the episode, reflecting on the lessons learned and encouraging listeners to stay vigilant against scams.
- 49:42Life Insurance Advice for Couples
The host discusses the importance of life insurance after marriage and how it secures family financial stability.
- 50:58Personal Experience with Insurance Sales
The host shares anecdotes from his former insurance career, highlighting the challenges of selling policies to healthy clients.
- 51:54Scam Tactics and Red Flags
The host warns listeners about shady individuals, such as a fictional Richard Scott Smith, and advises avoiding becoming a victim.
- 56:06Scammer of the Week: Steve Bannon
The host details the fraud allegations against former Trump advisor Steve Bannon, including misuse of donations and wire fraud.
Highlights
- 5:35
Lala Milan shares a hilarious story from her days working at Walgreens where she let credit card scammers swipe cards in exchange for a gift card left under a tire.
- 11:24
Squatters Rights Coninsight
Laci and Lala discuss a bizarre listener letter about a couple who broke into a newly purchased home and successfully claimed squatters rights using fake lease papers.
- 12:12
The Alabaster Coninsight
Lala jokes about the privileges of being white and how she would utilize "Caucasian cons" if she had the opportunity.
- 15:47
Different Types of Scammersdebate
Lala and Laci debate whether squatters and credit card thieves share the same motivations, with Lala noting that some criminals simply prefer a transient lifestyle.
- 24:21
Serial Con Man Richard Scott Smithdata
Laci introduces the case of Richard Scott Smith, a car salesman who scammed over 30 women across 20 years out of more than a million dollars.
- 40:50
Suspicious Life Insurance Policystory
Victim Sabrina Dunlap discovered that Smith had taken out a $250,000 life insurance policy on her right before planning a cruise.
- 56:48
Border Wall Crowdfunding Frauddata
The hosts examine the scam of the week featuring Steve Bannon and associates raising 25 million dollars for a border wall and pocketing 1.3 million.
Quotes
“I care because it's what I was put on this earth to do.”
Unnamed speaker · 0:12 “I was overworked and underpaid.”
Laci Mosley · 5:50 “I don't think, I approve of this.”
Laci Mosley · 6:57 “I guess after you're married, but it would feel weird if they were like, hey, baby, I just wanna tell you I love you.”
Laci Mosley · 49:42 “All right, guys, and we are back.”
Laci Mosley · 55:41 “I got to live out my fantasy on TV.”
Laci Mosley · 1:03:56 “I love a good wire fraud.”
Laci Mosley · 57:18 “I want to be found on Sunset Boulevard after 10:00 PM, shaking my left cheek.”
Laci Mosley · 1:03:11
Sponsored segments
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- Kysimta 22:25–22:27
- OnDeck 22:33–22:55
- Zillow 23:02–23:23
- United Healthcare 23:27–23:54
- OnDeck 54:00–54:34
- Zillow 54:43–55:04
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About this episode
What's poppin, con-gregation? Lala Milan is on the show this week to unpack a man who stole dozens of women's hearts... and also their wallets. Stay vigilant! Stay schemin! See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcript
12,100 words · 8 speakers
Speaker names marked are inferred from speaking time and the show’s known hosts — they are not voice-verified.
Topics
- Nashville
- Nextdoor
- Celtic Bank
- Florida
- Hulu
- ABC
- GoFundMe
- Schlotzsky's
- Kansas
- Pepperidge Farm
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