Summary
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Host Laci Mosley and guest Gabby Dunn discuss various scams and con artists, focusing heavily on political and charity fraud during the quarantine era. They examine the Donald Trump Foundation lawsuit, the mechanics of pyramid-like blessing circles, and a bizarre pandemic-era ventilator scam where a Twitter user secured $69 million from New York State. The conversation blends humor with sharp critiques of systemic corruption, wealth hoarding, and the lack of oversight for the ultra-wealthy.
- Verify the financial breakdown of any charity before donating to ensure funds actually support the cause rather than administrative costs. 38:39
- Be skeptical of crowdfunding and mandala circles that promise unrealistic returns by requiring constant recruitment of new participants. 13:53
- Always look closely at the fine print and official reports regarding government emergency contracts during crises. 41:58
Chapters
- 0:01Podcast Intro and Advertisements
The episode opens with a rapid montage of unrelated ads and a brief intro before the host introduces the show and the guest.
- 2:12Host Introduces Guest and Podcast Background
Lacey Mosley welcomes Gabby Dunn, outlining her podcast work and bestselling status before diving into the conversation.
- 3:05Gabby Dunn Discusses Her Books and Early Scams
Gabby explains her first book, her co‑author, and how she once wrote a chapter about small scams she pulled in New York.
- 13:30The Circle Game Scam Explained
The hosts break down the mechanics of the online pyramid scheme known as the Circle Game, including entry fees and recruitment numbers.
- 19:26Real‑World Scams During Quarantine
They share personal anecdotes of scams that surfaced during lockdown, from fake giveaways to the “Left Behind” app, highlighting how easy money can be tempting.
- 28:11Trump’s Charity Scam and Legal Allegations
The conversation shifts to the 2018 lawsuit against the Trump Foundation, detailing accusations of misuse of funds and the broader pattern of charitable fraud.
- 28:47Broader Discussion of Wealth, Scams, and Politics
Lacey and Gabby critique the intertwining of wealth, political power, and scams, touching on tax breaks, lobbying, and the perception of the wealthy.
- 46:00Closing Remarks and Final Thoughts
The hosts wrap up the episode, reflecting on the prevalence of scams, the need for vigilance, and a brief farewell to listeners.
- 48:03Trump’s Charitable Facade Exposed
The hosts dissect how Trump’s donations were self-serving, highlighting the largest and smallest gifts and their ties to personal gain.
- 50:03The Trump Foundation’s Collapse
They recount the investigation, dissolution, and chaotic shutdown of the Trump Foundation, including shredding documents and burning office files.
- 53:34Mission Statements and Misuse
The conversation turns to the vague mission of the Trump Foundation and how it illustrates the broader problem of charities lacking clear purpose.
- 1:00:00Celebrity Charity Culture Critique
Hosts critique how celebrities use charity to enhance image, discussing public perception and the disconnect between appearance and genuine impact.
Highlights
- 5:05
Hotel Scam Hacksinsight
The guest explains small scams used to save money in New York, such as claiming to have left chargers or umbrellas at hotels.
- 9:14
The Baby Distractionstory
The guest shares a personal story about meeting a marketplace buyer who used an infant as a prop to steal a bracelet.
- 13:53
The host explains how mandala circles and loom circles operate as basic pyramid schemes requiring hundreds of new recruits.
- 16:43
Crowdfunding Confusioninsight
The host and guest debate why people confuse the mechanics of GoFundMe with illegal pyramid schemes.
- 31:52
Presidential Conflicts of Interestdebate
The guest highlights how traditional presidents avoided conflicts of interest, contrasting it with modern presidential behavior.
- 40:29
The host and guest look up a bizarre and terrifying painted portrait of Donald Trump used in charitable auctions.
- 1:05:53
The host reveals how an electrical engineer with 75 followers secured a $69 million ventilator contract via a single tweet.
Quotes
“The whole point is like, okay, you pay a hundred dollars. And then once you round up enough people, you're loom circle, uh, you know, ca- candlelit, whatever the fuck you call it, the, the mandala, you get paid.”
Laci Mosley · 15:28 “The government is a scam wow”
Unnamed speaker · 36:35 “He did. I remember his inauguration speech where he genuinely looked shocked.”
Laci Mosley · 28:00 “However, this is just, it's detrimental in so many ways. And I think people don't understand that we're not saying like, oh, you can't make a lot of money and then you want to take it back because we want socialism.”
Laci Mosley · 46:22 “The smallest donation was seven dollars, which was a foundation gift to the Boy Scouts, which conveniently happened to be the amount required to enroll a boy in the Scouts the year that his son Donald Trump Jr. Was eleven.”
Laci Mosley · 48:30
Sponsored segments
- KISSIMTA 0:54–0:59
- Zillow 1:00–1:09
- OnDeck 1:18–1:26
- KISSINTA 1:03:58–1:04:40
- OnDeck 1:17:10–1:17:33
About this episode
What's poppin, con-gregation? This week, Gabe Dunn is on the show to discuss donations Donald Trump allegedly gave to charity. And no, charity is not the name of a porn star. Stay schemin! See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcript
14,599 words · 8 speakers
Speaker names marked are inferred from speaking time and the show’s known hosts — they are not voice-verified.
Topics
- Nashville
- New York State
- Craigslist
- Cash App
- GoFundMe
- Forbes
- Trump Foundation
- ABC
- Celtic Bank
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