Mom Fakes Terminal Cancer for YEARS, Scams OVER 100 GRAND
Amanda Riley shares with the social world her battle with Hodgkin’s lymphoma, a cancer of the lymph system.
Over a seven-year period, her physical battles including losing her hair, and endless hospital visits are the focus of repeated posts. Thousands of dollars in donations start coming in, and people in her community step up to help.
Then, journalist Nancy Moscatiello gets an anonymous tip. Riley is lying and the investigation is on. 'Scamanda' a new podcast by Lionsgate Sound, can be found at the link below. Follow the episodes as they detail what led to Riley’s unraveling.
Joining Nancy Grace Today:
- Lindsey Wilder - Former Church Member/Friend
- Caryn Stark - Psychologist- Trauma and Crime Expert; Twitter: @carnpsych
- Jose Martinez - Former Detective (who worked the case)
- Nancy Moscatiello - Investigative Producer, Co-Executive Producer: 'Scamanda'
- Charlie Webster - Host of ‘Scamanda;' Award-winning Journalist and Broadcaster; Creative Director at Lionsgate Sound; Twitter @charliecw
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