The Old Money Tree Murders w/ Frankie Quiñones

In this episode of Scam Goddess, host Lacey Mosley welcomes back comedian Frankie Quiñones for a lively discussion on modern-day scams and schemes, blending humor with sharp social commentary. The duo dissect three contemporary 'scams': priority delivery fees on food apps, the environmental impact of paper straws, and premium dating app subscriptions—each labeled a 'scheme' due to their exploitative design and psychological manipulation. The centerpiece is the true crime tale of Amelia and Arthur Bond, a wealthy couple from Brooklyn who poisoned their Maine neighbor’s historic oak trees to improve their waterfront view, revealing a shocking case of rich-on-rich crime fueled by entitlement and environmental vandalism. The episode also covers the viral 'Noah's Ark' scam by Ghanaian self-proclaimed prophet Ibu Noah, who raised funds for a flood survival ark—only to be exposed for using donations to buy a Mercedes, wearing tattered clothes while holding an iPhone, and fabricating evidence. Lacey and Frankie celebrate the absurdity of these stories, framing them as modern-day hoodwinks where greed, ego, and performative authenticity collide. The episode ends with a tongue-in-cheek call to action: build an ark, poison trees, or just stay scheming.