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EP. 161 — The Con with the “Cure” for Cancer w/ Caleb Hearon
What’s poppin’ con-gregation? This week, we welcome back comedian Caleb Hearon 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’!
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EP. 279 — Scammin’ Shoplifters w/ Danny Pudi
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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.
January 23, 2025
EP. 278.5 — Fraud Friday: The Invisible Sculptor Scam w/ J.B. Smoove
Guest JB Smoove
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.
January 20, 2025
EP. 278 — Big Crime Energy w/ Jordan Carlos (Re-Release)
Guest Jordan Carlos
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.