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    Work @ Home RockStar Podcast
    WHR 3.285: Randy Vlasic – Leadership, Responsibility & Life Is What We Make It

    Work @ Home RockStar Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2026 35:52


    Episode Summary What happens when you achieve everything you thought you wanted, only to discover you've lost yourself along the way? In this episode of the Work at Home Rockstar Podcast, Tim Melanson sits down with Randy Vlasic, Founder and CEO of LIWMI Logistics, to discuss the lessons that came from building, selling, and rebuilding businesses while redefining what success really means. Randy shares his journey from struggling in school to becoming an entrepreneur, selling his first company at 29, and navigating the identity crisis that followed. He explains how faith, mentorship, and personal responsibility helped him rebuild his life around purpose instead of profit. The conversation also explores practical business topics including sales mastery, remote leadership, AI tools, goal setting, work-life balance, and creating a business that supports both your team and your family. Whether you're just starting out or leading a growing company, Randy offers thoughtful insights on building something meaningful that lasts. Who is Randy Vlasic? Randy Vlasic is the Founder and CEO of LIWMI Logistics, a tech-enabled freight brokerage built on disciplined execution, accountability, and people-first leadership. He leads a fully remote team, believing that trust, structure, and responsibility—not proximity—create high-performing organizations. After building and exiting companies early in his career, Randy learned that success without responsibility, faith, and personal growth is unsustainable. Today, Randy speaks openly about leadership, mastery, fear, and the ongoing work of becoming the kind of person capable of carrying success well in business, family, and life. During this conversation, he also shares how the Life Is What We Make It movement grew from his own journey of rebuilding his identity after selling his first business. Connect with Randy Vlasic Website: https://randyvlasic.com Company: http://liwmilogistics.com Podcast: https://liwmi.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/william.vlasic.1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/randyvlasic/ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/randyvlasic YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@randyvlasic Twitter/X: https://x.com/randyvlasic/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@randyvlasic Host Contact Details Website: https://workathomerockstar.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/workathomerockstar Instagram: https://instagram.com/workathomerockstar LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/timmelanson YouTube: https://youtube.com/@workathomerockstar Twitter/X: https://x.com/workathomerock Email: tim@workathomerockstar.com Timestamps 00:00 Welcome and Introductions 00:30 Early Success Story 01:53 Lessons from MLM 04:13 Hustle Mindset and Payroll 06:41 Darkest Moment After Exit 07:51 Rebuilding Identity and Mission 08:59 Leading Through Market Crash 10:30 People First Leadership 12:24 Practice and Mastery 14:48 Belief and Real Sales 17:07 Building Solutions in Logistics 17:56 Home Office Upgrade 19:52 Family Interruptions 22:28 Results Over Hours 25:01 AI Business Tools 26:41 Pen Paper Vision 29:44 Reading With ADHD 30:35 New Movement Launch 32:39 Where To Follow 33:11 Favorite Rock Star 33:59 Final Sign Off Disclaimers The business strategies and leadership ideas discussed in this episode are based on Randy's personal experiences. Consider what fits your own business and circumstances. The discussion about AI reflects the tools and workflows Randy personally uses. Results may vary depending on your business, goals, and experience.

    Life After MLM
    Episode 349 : The History of Medifast

    Life After MLM

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2026 56:03


    Breaking News! What is going on with Optavia? Right now, Optavia reps have descended upon Orlando, Florida for their annual convention, and this year "Big Changes" are coming to the company. But this isn't the first time this company has had to rebrand and make big promises, and that's not where the similarities stop. From legal troubles to reinvention, join us for some MLM history as we deep dive into Medifast.Show NotesMedifast WikiNYSE : MEDThe Rise and Fall of the Medifast DietMedifast Named to Forbes 100 Most Trusted Companies in AmericaSubsidiary of Diet Plan Marketer Medifast Inc. to Pay $3.7 Million to Settle FTC ChargesFTC : Life in the (Medi)Fast LaneWeight loss player Medifast pivots toward network marketing modelWhy I Switched from Weight Watchers to MedifastThe Evolution of Take Shape for Life - DSNMedifast invests $20M to expand into weight-loss drug marketMedifast Initiates Business Transformation by Entering the Medically Supported Weight Loss Market through Collaboration with LifeMDMedifast Investor Resources & FAQOptavia Rebrands as TrilivyThe Influence ContinuumOut of MLM⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The BITE Model⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LAMLM Book Club⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MLM Dupes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠How can you help?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MLM Change⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Report Fraud⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Truth in Advertising⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Report to your state Attorney General's office!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Not in the U.S.? No Problem!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support the Podcast!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Buy Me a Taco⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Discord⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Merch!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Life After MLM is produced by Roberta Blevins. Audio editing is done by the lovely⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Kayla Craven⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, video editing by the indescribable⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ RK Gold⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Michelle Carpenter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is our Triple Emerald Princess of Robots. Life After MLM is owned by Roberta Blevins 2026.Music : Abstract World by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Alexi Action⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠*Some links may be affiliate links. When you purchase things from these links, I get a small commission that I use to buy us tacos.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Retail War Games
    Perpetual Reinvention: Inside Nu Skin's Journey to the $10 Trillion Wellness Economy

    Retail War Games

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2026 27:13


    Recorded live at the Retail Collective Summit, this episode features Ryan Napierski, CEO of Nu Skin, as he outlines his 30-year journey from working in the call center to steering a global corporate empire spanning 50 countries. Ryan delivers an unvarnished masterclass in corporate survival, detailing how a sudden industry-wide ban in China forced the company to completely shift its direct-selling model toward technology investments and integrated brand building. He also shares how a near-fatal backcountry snowboarding accident shattered three vertebrae in his neck and profoundly redefined his leadership lens. The discussion maps out his framework for navigating the rapidly growing $6.8 trillion global wellness economy. Ryan breaks down "Unit Economics 2.0," explaining how AI-driven ad spend is causing a massive inflation in customer acquisition costs (CAC) for direct-to-consumer (DTC) brands. He pulls back the curtain on Nu Skin's strategic $275 million exit of the platform Mavely, proving why nano-influencers with sub-1,000 followers deliver vastly higher conversion rates than expensive macro-influencers. Finally, Ryan addresses the challenge of managing channel conflict as a legacy MLM entity scales into a highly integrated, modern omnichannel strategy.  

    Méta de Choc
    MLM ou arnaque pyramidale ? 2/4, avec Manon Lasne — SHOCKING #31

    Méta de Choc

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2026 59:41


    Chapitre 2 : Développer son business.La semaine dernière, Manon Lasne nous expliquait comment elle est entrée dans le marketing multiniveau, pleine d'espoir et d'enthousiasme. Dans le deuxième volet de cette série, nous plongeons dans le quotidien de la distributrice investie qu'elle fut ; ses premiers succès et son ascension au sein de la société Younique. Elle nous initie au jargon du milieu et parle sans détour de ses revenus de l'époque. La rentabilité financière exceptionnelle est-elle vraiment au rendez-vous ?•• SOUTENIR ••Méta de Choc est gratuit, indépendant et sans publicité. Vous pouvez vous aussi le soutenir en faisant un don ponctuel ou mensuel : https://soutenir.metadechoc.fr/.•• RESSOURCES ••Toutes les références en lien avec cette émission sont sur le site Méta de Choc : https://metadechoc.fr/podcast/mlm-ou-arnaque-pyramidale/.•• SUIVRE ••Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, Bluesky, Mastodon, Threads, PeerTube, YouTube.•• TIMECODES ••00:00 Introduction.01:06 Une distributrice investie : Combien de temps par semaine doit-on consacrer à son activité de MLM ? Le MLM permet-il vraiment d'avoir plus de temps pour soi ? À quoi ressemble un live Younique ?08:25 Le succès des premiers mois : Le MLM est-il rentable ? Y a-t-il des dépenses cachées ?12:27 Le vocabulaire du MLM : Upline, downline, crossline, branche forte, autoship, quel est le sens de ces termes utilisés en MLM ?14:55 Recruter pour constituer une équipe : Est-on obligé de recruter ? Comment fonctionne le plan de rémunération ?20:04 Les sources d'inspiration : David Laroche, Go Pro, Miracle Morning, Père riche, père pauvre, quels sont les ouvrages et auteurs qui inspirent les représentants en MLM ?27:31 L'ascension : Qui fixe les objectifs à atteindre chaque mois ? Pourquoi tant de personnes quittent le MLM ?40:25 Les phrases types : « Pensées limitantes », « se défaire de son ego », « quand on veut on peut », quelles sont les phrases répétées pour motiver les équipes ? Pourquoi certain·es conseiller·ères parlent d'emprise ?52:32 La rentabilité financière : Combien gagnent réellement les distributeurs ? Quels sont les chiffres officiels ? Est-ce que je vais perdre de l'argent ? Peut-on vivre de Younique ? Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

    Varn Vlog
    Brandon Lightly on the Mass Line and New Democracy, Part 1

    Varn Vlog

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2026 111:09 Transcription Available


    In this episode of VarnVlog, we are joined by Brandon Lightly to discuss the complex and often misunderstood history of Maoism. We dive deep into the theoretical underpinnings of the "mass line" and "new democracy," exploring how these concepts served as an internal critique of Marxism and a departure from Soviet-style bureaucracy.Key Topics Covered:Defining the Mass Line: Is it just populism, or a sophisticated leadership feedback loop?The Historical Origins: From the Hunan Report to the Long March and the second United Front.Theoretical Innovations: Mao's 1961 critique of Joseph Stalin and the rejection of the "Great Man" theory of history.Fragmentation: Why there are so many different Maoist tendencies (MLM, MIM, Third Worldism).Praxis: The rectification movement and the relationship between urban intellectuals and the rural peasantry.Journal ArticlesDirlik, A. (1970). The ideological foundations of the Chinese Revolution. Journal of Contemporary History, 5(3), 39–54.Dittmer, L. (1977). Line struggle: Notes on its organizational context and theoretical development. Modern China, 3(3), 303–312.Fogel, J. A. (1980). Ai Siqi, establishment intellectual by Joshua A. Fogel. Modern China, 6(1), 23–47.Hammond, E. R. (1978). Marxism and the mass line [Doctoral dissertation, University of California, Berkeley]. ProQuest Dissertations and Theses Global.Korolev, A. (2017). De-ideologized mass line, regime responsiveness, and state-society relations. China Review, 17(2), 7–36.Lyman, S. V. (1970). The Chinese Communist Party in the United Front, 1937–1945 [Doctoral dissertation, University of California, Berkeley]. ProQuest Dissertations and Theses Global.Mazur, M. G. (1995). The United Front of the 1940s: A social and cultural perspective. Modern China, 21(4), 431–456.Selden, M. (1971). The Yenan Way in revolutionary China. The China Quarterly, (45), 263–294.Steiner, H. A. (1951). Current mass line tactics in Communist China. The Annals of the American Academy of Political and Social Science, 277(1), 422–436.Teiwes, F. C. (1978). The origins of rectification: Inner-party purgation in the 1930s. The China Quarterly, (74), 181–201.Tokuda, N. (1971). The mass line during the Yenan period. The China Quarterly, (47), 1–18.Townsend, J. R. (1967). Political participation in Communist China. University of California Press.Womack, B. (1980). The phase of de-Maoization in China. China Report, 16(1), 7–21.Womack, B. (1991). Mao Zedong and the sinification of Marxism. The China Quarterly, (126), 1–15.Young, G. (1980). On New Democracy and the transition to socialism. Modern China, 6(1), 3–22.Books & Primary SourcesCoble, P. M. (2023). The collapse of Nationalist China: How Chiang Kai-shek lost China's civil war. Cambridge University Press.Elbaum, M. (2018). Revolution in the air: Sixties radicals turn to Lenin, Mao and Che. Verso Books.Hirata, K. (2024). Making Mao's steelworks: Industrial Manchuria and the transnational origins of Chinese socialism. Cambridge University Press.Karl, R. E. (2010). Mao Zedong and China in the twentieth-century world: A concise history. Duke University Press.Li, H. (2024). Fighting on the cultural front: U.S.-China relations in the Cold War. Columbia University Press.Lin, C. (2019). Mass line. In C. Sorace, I. Franceschini, & N. Loubere (Eds.), Afterlives of Chinese Communism: Political concepts from Mao to Xi (p. 122). ANU Press.Lovell, J. (2019). Maoism: A global history. Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group.Lowe, D. M. (1966). The function of "China" in Marx, Lenin, and Mao. University of California Press.Mao, Z. (1940). On New Democracy. Marxists Internet Archive.Mao, Z. (1977). A critique of Soviet economics. Monthly Review Press.Moufawad-Paul, J. (2016). Continuity and rupture: Philosophy in the Maoist terrain. Zero Books.Schram, S. R. (Ed.). (2005). Mao's road to power: Revolutionary writings 1912–1949: Vol. VII. New Democracy, 1939–1941. M.E. Sharpe.Zheng, Q. (Ed.). (2020). An ideological history of the Communist Party of China (Vol. 2) (L. Sun & S. Bryant, Trans.). Royal Collins Publishing Group.Send us Fan Mail Musis by Bitterlake, Used with Permission, all rights to BitterlakeSupport the showCrew:Host: C. Derick VarnIntro and Outro Music by Bitter Lake.Intro Video Design: Jason MylesArt Design: Corn and C. Derick VarnLinks and Social Media:twitter: @varnvlogblue sky: @varnvlog.bsky.socialYou can find the additional streams on YoutubeCurrent Patreon at the Sponsor Tier: Jordan Sheldon, Mark J. Matthews, Lindsay Kimbrough, RedWolf, DRV, Kenneth McKee, JY Chan, Matthew Monahan, Parzival, Adriel Mixon, Buddy Roark, Daniel Petrovic,Julian, Drea, Free Beer 

    Side Hustle School
    Ep. 3483 - Q&A: Are there any *good* MLM companies?

    Side Hustle School

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2026 4:02


    Today's listener is at risk of falling prey to a shady network marketing (MLM) company. How do we know it's shady? Because it's a network marketing company! Listen and learn.Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week.Show notes: SideHustleSchool.comEmail: team@sidehustleschool.comBe on the show: SideHustleSchool.com/questionsConnect on Instagram: @193countriesVisit Chris's main site: ChrisGuillebeau.comRead A Year of Mental Health: yearofmentalhealth.comIf you're enjoying the show, please pass it along! It's free and has been published every single day since January 1, 2017. We're also very grateful for your five-star ratings—it shows that people are listening and looking forward to new episodes.

    The Influence Continuum with Dr. Steven Hassan
    She Spent $115K in a Wellness MLM with Brandie Hadfield: A new mom, an autistic baby, and a decade lost to a commercial cult

    The Influence Continuum with Dr. Steven Hassan

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2026 62:38


     A wellness MLM does not announce itself as a cult. It arrives as a smoothie recipe, a flyer of smiling mothers, and a promise of working from home while you take your health back. My recent guest on Cults, Culture & Coercion, Brandie Hadfield, lived inside one for a decade. She is a Registered Psychotherapist  and co-founder of the peer support nonprofit Flipping the Pyramid, and she spent roughly ten years selling supplements for a wellness MLM before she understood she had been recruited into a commercial cult. Brandie was a new mother in 2011, isolated and exhausted, when the pitch found her. I invite you to notice how ordinary the entry point was, because the same machinery now drives coaching programs, prosperity preaching, and the speculative frenzy around cryptocurrency, which I consider a form of multi-level marketing. A small group sells the dream, recruits everyone else to buy in, and the people at the top profit while almost everyone below them loses money. Her recruitment began with a parenting book by a famous pediatrician and a home-based coaching certification. She paid for the courses, the workbooks, and the materials. Then a package arrived in the mail from the pediatrician's daughter, inviting her into the MLM the family sat near the top of. Brandie saw it later for what it was. A funnel. She is intelligent, devoted, and the kind of employee who gives more than anyone asks. Recruiters prize those traits. Her ADHD, undiagnosed at the time, sharpened her focus into something the group put to use. “My kind of tunnel vision and focus and tenacity, which can be a beautiful aspect of having ADHD, was really exploited,” she told me. Brandie was a mother with undiagnosed ADHD raising a son later identified as autistic. Isolation, a hunger for belonging, and a tendency to commit fully to a mission left her exposed. Her graduate research examined narcissistic leadership in commercial cults and its impact on neurodivergent people, and it filled a gap she had felt firsthand. She wants to help others now. A fascinating interview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Sass N Sips
    GOOD GIRLS Put It All on Two

    Sass N Sips

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2026 45:10 Transcription Available


    text us if..."Ugh, Canadians." - AnnieIn this episode: tingly gang senses, MLM grooming, and Gang friends & boat dudesIn other news... this may still be crazier than the cat theory...Original episode air date 06/24/2021please visit https://www.patreon.com/Sasspod/redeem/1785B to get a free 3 month membership!Please note our modified summer schedule Support the showTake our listener survey The views expressed by our guests may not reflect the views of Sass n Sips.Check out Spreadshop!http://arthemisclothing.ca - Use SASSPOD for 15% off https://www.muzmm.com- Code SASSPOD for 20% offhttps://www.podpage.com/?via=sasspod to create your own webpagehttps://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=682706 to start your own podhttps://www.lyft.com/i/LISA594490?utm_medium=p2pi_iacc For a LyftGet in touch:(732) 595-2922sass.n.sips@gmail.com / sassnsips.comIG @sassnsipsFB @Sass N SipsYouTube @Sass N SipsPodchaser podchaser.com/sassnsipsClips used in this podcast were used in accordance with the US Copyrights act FAIR USE Exemption for criticism and commentary....

    Méta de Choc
    MLM ou arnaque pyramidale ? 1/4, avec Manon Lasne — SHOCKING #31

    Méta de Choc

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2026 59:14


    Chapitre 1 : L'effervescence du début.La frontière est fine entre le modèle économique légal du MLM et l'arnaque pyramidale ; un système bien rôdé où une poignée de leaders usent jusqu'à la corde une foule d'individus portés par l'espoir d'une vie meilleure.Mon invitée s'y est perdue pendant plusieurs années et tient à partager son histoire à visage découvert, pour que d'autres n'aient pas à en passer par là.Aujourd'hui psychologue engagée dans l'accompagnement de personnes dont le parcours a été marqué par le traumatisme ou l'emprise mentale, elle porte un regard posé et sans concession sur ces années d'illusions et de désillusions.•• SOUTENIR ••Méta de Choc est gratuit, indépendant et sans publicité. Vous pouvez vous aussi le soutenir en faisant un don ponctuel ou mensuel : https://soutenir.metadechoc.fr/.•• RESSOURCES ••Toutes les références en lien avec cette émission sont sur le site Méta de Choc : https://metadechoc.fr/podcast/mlm-ou-arnaque-pyramidale/.•• SUIVRE ••Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, Bluesky, Mastodon, Threads, PeerTube, YouTube.•• TIMECODES ••00:00 : Introduction.02:11 : La rencontre avec le MLM : Comment se passe le « recrutement » dans le marketing de réseau ? Comment est présentée l'opportunité ?12:25 : Les valeurs du MLM : bienveillance, honnêteté, succès, richesse, quels sont les arguments avancés par les participants au marketing multiniveau ?15:26 : L'entrée chez Younique : faut-il acheter un kit pour démarrer dans le MLM ?18:37 : Les conditions financières : quel est le cadre de travail et le statut d'une personne qui pratique le MLM ? Signe-t-on un contrat ?25:59 : Le cadre légal du MLM : qu'est-ce que la loi VDI ? Quels sont les red flags à repérer dans le marketing de réseau ? Quelles différences entre le MLM et la vente pyramidale ?32:50 : L'expérience Tupperware.35:05 : La vente pyramidale (illégale) : Qu'est-ce que la pyramide de Ponzi ? Est-ce que “les tisseuses de rêve“ est une arnaque financière ? Pourquoi les sociétés Herbalife et Doterra ont-elles été condamnées ? Qu'est-ce que l'autoship ?41:34 : La société Younique : À qui appartient la société Younique ? Comment fonctionne-t-elle ?46:16 : La formation à la vente : Doit-on être maquilleuse pour vendre les produits Younique ? Comment se forme-t-on à la vente des produits en marketing multiniveau ?47:59 : Premières ventes chez Younique : Comment constitue-t-on son réseau de vente MLM ? Qui sont les client·es ? Comment fonctionne le plan de rémunération ? Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

    Welcome to the weekly MormonNewsRoundup where Al & Dives ruminate on the great and spacious Beehive!
    Inside Utah's MLM Culture: Fraud Cases, Ponzi Schemes & Lynn Packer's Analysis

    Welcome to the weekly MormonNewsRoundup where Al & Dives ruminate on the great and spacious Beehive!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2026 37:15


    In this presentation-style breakdown, we explore why Utah has become a major hub for MLM companies, pyramid schemes, and high-profile fraud cases.Journalist Lynn Packer has covered a number of controversial business practices and allegations tied to financial schemes and corporate structures in the region, raising questions about how these systems develop and operate.This video is not about religion—it focuses on business culture, regulatory gaps, and historical fraud cases that have drawn attention in Utah over the years.We also examine:The rise of MLM (multi-level marketing) companiesNotable fraud and Ponzi scheme casesHow these business models spread and persistPublic reporting and investigative commentary

    HYDRATE with Tracy Duhs
    AI's Hidden Water Cost, Flint's Tap Water & Zero-TDS Myths ft. Martin Riese | Ep. 58

    HYDRATE with Tracy Duhs

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2026 71:15


    Is the "purest" water you can buy actually the worst thing for your body?This week I sat down with Martin Riese, the world's water sommelier and water advocate, the man behind the very first water menu and the guy Netflix, National Geographic, and Buzzfeed all call when they want the truth about water.Martin's been studying water since 2005, and he's built his whole career on debunking the myths the rest of us have been sold. He dropped a bomb early on: the viral "water crystal" science everyone loves came from a man with a fake doctorate who refused a million-dollar offer to replicate his findings in a real lab.Here's what blew my mind: last year, AI data centers used more water than every bottled water company in America combined. And he told me exactly why the "pure" water so many of us chase — the zero-TDS, ultra-filtered kind — can actually strip your body of the minerals it needs to hydrate you at all. He even told me why a Diet Coke can technically hydrate you better than nothing, and unpacked the $5,000 MLM water machine he says has zero proof behind its health claims.After this conversation, you'll never look at your glass of water — or your water bill — the same way again.What we talk about:Why "water sommelier" is a real certified job, not a jokeThe fake doctorate behind the viral water crystal trendWhy filtered water isn't actually dehydrating youThe zero-TDS trick that's fooling people into buying the wrong waterWhy he's against the $5,000 machine everyone's selling onlineWhat Flint, Michigan's tap water actually tasted likeWhy AI data centers might be the next water crisisWhy he refuses supplements, creams, and quick fixesEpisode Links:Website: ⁠https://www.martin-riese.com/⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/martinriese/⁠TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@martinrieseofficial⁠YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/MartinRiese⁠Connect with Tracy:Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tracyduhs.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠Hydration Shop: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sanctuarysd.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/tracyduhs/⁠⁠Flow FAM Community: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tracyduhs.com/join-flow-fam/⁠⁠

    Life After MLM
    Episode 347 : LifeVantage

    Life After MLM

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2026 61:35


    We've got a new deep dive into another Health and Wellness MLM that's breaking the rules as if they don't apply to them! This time it's LifeVantage and of course their story would be filled with a lot of wacky connections that seem unrelated and out of place. From their early start as a mineral mining company, to their trouble with dangerous health claims and FDA letters, LifeVantage's MLM journey has been nothing short of textbook.Show NotesDonate to the American Cancer Society and Help me Swim 5+ Miles!Yaak River Resources SEC FilingLifeVantage SEC FilingLFVN on NASDAQHow a supplement company became a haven for health misinformationFDA Warning LetterFDA Targets LifeVantage, 13 Other Companies Selling Illegal Cancer TreatmentsLifeVantage Class Action Lawsuitr/antiMLM : LifeVantage is a Cult!The Influence ContinuumOut of MLM⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The BITE Model⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LAMLM Book Club⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MLM Dupes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠How can you help?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MLM Change⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Report Fraud⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Truth in Advertising⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Report to your state Attorney General's office!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Not in the U.S.? No Problem!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support the Podcast!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Buy Me a Taco⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Discord⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Merch!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Life After MLM is produced by Roberta Blevins. Audio editing is done by the lovely⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Kayla Craven⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, video editing by the indescribable⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ RK Gold⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Michelle Carpenter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is our Triple Emerald Princess of Robots. Life After MLM is owned by Roberta Blevins 2026.Music : Abstract World by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Alexi Action⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠*Some links may be affiliate links. When you purchase things from these links, I get a small commission that I use to buy us tacos.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Méta de Choc
    MLM ou arnaque pyramidale ? (Teaser), avec Manon Lasne — SHOCKING #31

    Méta de Choc

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2026 1:09


    Il y a 4 ans, je reçois un mail de Manon Lasne, une auditrice qui habite Bordeaux. Elle m'explique que pour compléter son salaire, elle a travaillé pendant plusieurs années en tant que “conseillère“ pour trois sociétés de marketing multiniveau, aussi appelées marketing de réseaux, marketing relationnel ou tout simplement MLM. Une expérience extrêmement intense dont elle a mis plusieurs années à se remettre. Au fil de notre conversation, il devient clair que son témoignage mérite d'être porté à la connaissance du public ; non pas parce qu'il est hors du commun, mais au contraire parce qu'il est révélateur du vortex dans lequel se perdent en ce moment même des centaines de milliers de personnes, et que si peu de rescapé•es exposent au grand jour. Par honte, ou tout simplement par volonté d'oublier ce moment d'engagement extrême qui leur a fait perdre pied.Le chapitre 1 de cette nouvelle série sera diffusé vendredi prochain à 18h ! •• SOUTENIR ••Méta de Choc est gratuit, indépendant et sans publicité. Vous pouvez vous aussi le soutenir en faisant un don ponctuel ou mensuel : https://soutenir.metadechoc.fr/.•• SUIVRE ••Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, Bluesky, Mastodon, Threads, PeerTube, YouTube. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

    Motley Fool Money
    Picking the Winners of the Honeywell Breakup

    Motley Fool Money

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2026 27:18


    The Honeywell International of 10 years ago is now six different publicly traded companies. This week, Honeywell International split with Honeywell Aerospace to complete the pre-planned separation. Tyler, Matt, and Lou look break down the prospects for the disparate parts as standalone companies and pick which ones will be the outperformers based on recent spinoffs and separateions. Plus, a busy week of deals and an investor question about covered call ETFs Tyler Crowe, Matt Frankel, and Lou Whiteman discuss: - Digital Realty buying data centers - Building materials industry consolidation - Keeping track of what assets went where at Honeywell - Recent successes (and failures) with spinoffs - Mailbag: When to covered call index ETFs work? Companies discussed: DLR, BX, CSL, OC, MLM, BLD, QXO, ON, SYNA, HON, HONA, SOLS, QNT, GE, GEV, GEHC, RTX, CARR, OTIS, DOW, DD, CTVA, CMCSA, BRK-B, SPYI, QQQI, CHPY, BTCI Host: Tyler Crowe Guests: Matt Frankel, Lou Whiteman Engineer: Dan Boyd Disclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement. We're committed to transparency: All personal opinions in advertisements from Fools are their own. The product advertised in this episode was loaned to TMF and was returned after a test period or the product advertised in this episode was purchased by TMF. Advertiser has paid for the sponsorship of this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ⁠⁠megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The No More Wasted Days Podcast
    Ep. 179: The Truth About Being a Beachbody Coach: We Sold Fitness, Drank Alcohol, and Called It “Balance”

    The No More Wasted Days Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2026 35:14


    Ready for a real reset this summer? Join the Dry July Challenge, a 30-day alcohol-free challenge with daily support, coaching, mindset tools, and community. Stop white-knuckling, break the start-stop drinking cycle, and see how good you can feel without alcohol. Click the link to sign up today. www.nomorewasteddays.co/dryjuly In this episode, Sara talks with sober content creator and author Hadley Sorensen about quitting drinking, blackout drinking, moderation, mommy wine culture, and the pressure to make alcohol part of a “healthy” lifestyle. They also unpack their complicated pasts as Beachbody coaches, including the ways alcohol, fitness culture, and MLM-style marketing became intertwined. Hadley shares why she chose an alcohol-free life without identifying as an alcoholic, what socializing looks like now, and why none can be easier than trying to moderate. Follow Hadley on Instagram: @hadley_sorensen Get her book: The Dirty Truth on Social Drinking: Everything in Moderation and Other BS   Sara's Favorite Things: https://nomorewasteddays.co/favorites/   Support the Podcast: If you love the No More Wasted Days podcast, please take a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts or rate and comment on Spotify. It helps more people find the show and begin their own alcohol-free journey.   ***************************************   Follow the podcast on Social Media: IG: @nomorewasteddays.pod   Follow Sara on Social Media: IG: @no_more_wasted_days TikTok: @no_more_wasted_days Facebook: www.facebook.com/NoMoreWastedDaysOfficial  

    Sass N Sips
    GOOD GIRLS Strong Hearts Strong Sales

    Sass N Sips

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2026 40:04 Transcription Available


    text us if..."I'm just saying. Stay in the game long enough something's n=bound to wind up in your *ss." - AnnieIn this episode: MLM manipulation, hearing what we want, & the bigger picturesIn other news... we all need a safe spaceOriginal episode air date 06/24/2021please visit https://www.patreon.com/Sasspod/redeem/1785B to get a free 3 month membership!Please note our modified summer schedule Support the showTake our listener survey The views expressed by our guests may not reflect the views of Sass n Sips.Check out Spreadshop!http://arthemisclothing.ca - Use SASSPOD for 15% off https://www.muzmm.com- Code SASSPOD for 20% offhttps://www.podpage.com/?via=sasspod to create your own webpagehttps://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=682706 to start your own podhttps://www.lyft.com/i/LISA594490?utm_medium=p2pi_iacc For a LyftGet in touch:(732) 595-2922sass.n.sips@gmail.com / sassnsips.comIG @sassnsipsFB @Sass N SipsYouTube @Sass N SipsPodchaser podchaser.com/sassnsipsClips used in this podcast were used in accordance with the US Copyrights act FAIR USE Exemption for criticism and commentary....

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    Celebrity Book Club with Chelsea Devantez
    Hannah Murray's Memoir The Make-Believe (with Rhiannon Houch)

    Celebrity Book Club with Chelsea Devantez

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2026 75:06


    Hannah Murray's Memoir The Make-Believe (with Rhiannon Houch) Chelsea welcomes writer and The Hidden History of Magick Podcast co-host Rhiannon Houch to dive into “The Make Believe: A Memoir of Magic and Madness” by “Skins” and “Game of Thrones” star Hannah Murray. They unpack Hannah's path from magic school class to wellness cult, how a search for healing spiraled into a mental health crisis, and her stunning depiction of life with bipolar disorder. Plus: weird MLM movie recs, Etsy wands and YET another cult leader just loooooooving martial arts.  A content warning: This episode contains discussions of sensitive topics, including  disordered eating, diet culture, suicidal ideation, very difficult mental health discussions, and non-PC language used within the cult. Take care while listening and find helpful resources here. Contact us or send us your voice notes: hello@glamoroustrash.com Follow Chelsea: Instagram @chelseadevantez Join the cookie community: Become a member of the Patreon Thank you to our sponsors: Quince  - Go to quince.com/glamorous for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.  Thrive Causemetics - Get 20% off your first order at thrivecausemetics.com/glamorous  Libro.fm - Click here to get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with your first month of membership using code TRASH. Show Notes: Dringo! Card Where to find our guest: Rhiannon Houch Work with Rhiannon Listen to The Hidden History of Magick Instagram *** Glamorous Trash is all about going high and low at the same time— Glam and Trash. We recap and book club celebrity memoirs, deconstruct pop culture, and sometimes, we cry! If you've ever referenced Mariah Carey in therapy... then this is the podcast for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Matt Cox Inside True Crime Podcast
    The Dark Reality of Fighting Fraud | Always Marco

    Matt Cox Inside True Crime Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2026 89:55


    Always Marco shares how losing a close friend to an MLM scheme sparked a mission that led him to expose deceptive industries, survive serious threats, and help others avoid the same traps that once changed his life. Marco's links - https://alwaysmarco.vip/home https://www.instagram.com/alwaysmarco/ https://www.youtube.com/@AlwaysMarco Join the Sunday night live stream here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4tlvT3UK1QE Do you want to be a guest? Fill out the form https://www.insidetruecrimepodcast.com/apply-to-be-a-guest F*%k your khakis and get The Perfect Jean 15% off with the code COX15 at theperfectjean.nyc/COX15 #theperfectjeanpod https://theperfectjean.nyc Shop my merch: https://www.etsy.com/shop/MatthewCoxCollection Send me an email here: insidetruecrime@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Prison Breaking With Sarah & Paul
    S4E4: “Eagle and Angels” | Bruce Bennett's Murder | Sara's Temptation | Sara & Bellick's Missed Opportunity

    Prison Breaking With Sarah & Paul

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2026 49:07


    This episode is sponosored by Hulu. Stream PRISON BREAK on Hulu in the U.S. and Disney+ Internationally. Sarah and Paul analyze Sara's storyline after learning Bruce Bennett was murdered, focusing on her relapse temptation, the specificity of the bar and bathroom scenes, and how performance choices are shaped by coverage, shot order, inner monologue, and avoiding “indicating.” Sara describes not planning emotional beats, sometimes playing against expectation, and how director Michael Switzer supported the work; they note a missed opportunity for Sara and Bellick to connect through recovery. Fan questions prompt Sara to reflect on returning to the show after maternity leave, balancing work with being a new mom, and using real-life strain in performance. They also discuss self-help/MLM parallels (Est, The Forum) and speculate about the show's GATE storyline and T-Bag's “Cole Pfeiffer” persona. For the full experience of enjoying Prison Breaking With Sarah & Paul, subscribe to our Patreon channel where you can watch Sarah & Paul's running commentary on Ep 306 while re-watching the episode on Hulu or your home DVD collection. You can also watch in a group with other fans on our fan-led Discord server. Subscribe here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://patreon.com/user?u=116411884⁠⁠⁠⁠ -or- Click Link in Bio Patreon Subscribers get access to all of our Watch Parties and FanFiction (all captioned in six languages - English, French, Spanish, German, Portuguese, and Turkish), exclusive Ask Me Anything's with Sarah & Paul, and unannounced Discord drop-ins on our always rollicking server with fans and friends who come together from around the world. All for less than a cup of coffee. Leave us your comments, shoot us an email, or leave us a voicemail - we love hearing from all of you! prisonbreaking@caliber-studio.com (401) 3-PBREAK Watch the episode on YouTube - / @prisonbreakpodcast Follow us on Instagram - / prisonbreakpodcast Follow us on TikTok - / prisonbreakpodcast Merch!!! - https://pbmerch.printify.me/products #fyp #michaelscofield #saratancredi #michealscofield #prisonbreakedits #prisonbreak #wentworthmilleredits #wentworthmiller #editor #fyy #fyppp #saratancrediedit #prisonbreakseason1 #sarahwaynecallies #prisonbreakseason2 #scofield #fy #sarascofield #saratancrediedits #scofield Logo design by John Nunziatto @ Little Big Brands. If you want one yourself, reach out at https://www.littlebigbrands.com/ and tell him we sent you. PRISON BREAKING WITH SARAH & PAUL is a Caliber Studio production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Podcast Structure
    Isabelle Rabier : l'impact comme boussole — sortir du cadre, social selling et croissance | E170

    Podcast Structure

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2026 83:41


    Et si votre prochaine aventure entrepreneuriale était guidée non pas par le marché, mais par l'impact que vous voulez avoir sur le monde ? C'est la conviction qu'Isabelle Rabier, fondatrice de Dermance et de Jolimoi, porte depuis ses débuts — et qui a façonné chacune de ses décisions.De zéro à 10 000 vendeuses indépendantes, Isabelle a construit l'une des plateformes de social selling les plus innovantes de France, en réinventant un modèle vieux comme Tupperware pour le digitaliser, le professionnaliser et lui donner une vraie dimension humaineDans cet épisode, vous découvrirez :Pourquoi "être utile à grande échelle" est son vrai moteur depuis le début, et ce que ça change concrètement dans ses prises de décisionLa naissance de Dermance en 2009 : disrupter la beauté pour les peaux matures, et déjà réinventer la distribution via la vente par recommandationLe modèle Jolimoi décrypté : comment on construit un réseau de 10 000 vendeuses indépendantes, les vrais KPIs à suivre, et pourquoi le go-to-market est toujours sous-estiméSocial selling vs. MLM : la nuance que beaucoup ratent, et pourquoi la recommandation entre pairs est devenue le levier d'achat numéro unLe Covid, la levée de fonds, la tech propriétaire : les trade-offs d'une plateforme à forte ambitionLa différence entre zone d'excellence et zone de génie, et pourquoi c'est le vrai travail de l'entrepreneur entre deux aventuresCe qu'elle attend du Mastermind de Fred : transmettre, apprendre, et se nourrir du collectifCet épisode est pour vous si : vous êtes entrepreneur(e) et vous sentez que votre modèle de distribution est votre vrai angle mort, ou bien vous cherchez à construire une communauté engagée autour de votre marque.LIENSRencontre Mastermind : https://www.squared.eu/mastermind/edition-limitee/frederic-mazzella-juin-2026?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=organicLiens d'Isabelle : https://www.linkedin.com/in/isabelle-rabier-7b832428/https://www.amazon.fr/Social-selling-Isabelle-Rabier/dp/2749178746Site Squared : https://www.squared.eu/Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

    Spooky Sips
    99. Rings and Pyramid Schemes : The Ring (2002)

    Spooky Sips

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2026 122:51


    The true horror this episode is how easily our not-so-Dr. Laura convinced us The Ring is really just an MLM scam. Pour yourself a glass of anything condensation-y and listen along as we review the 2002 horror classic, The Ring. Ivette went on a fun fact finding mission and has a lot of history to share. So let's get sipping! Thanks for listening! Don't forget to subscribe wherever you're listening and follow us on Instagram and Facebook. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spookysips_podcast/Facebook: https://tinyurl.com/SpookySipsPodWebsite: https://spookysipspod.buzzsprout.com

    Five's A Crowd Podcast
    The HORRIFYING Truth Behind Smallville's Allison Mack & The NXIVM Cult

    Five's A Crowd Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2026 67:41


    We all knew her as the lovable Chloe Sullivan on Smallville, but behind the scenes, Allison Mack was hiding a deeply disturbing secret. In this episode of Five's a Crowd, we dive deep into the sick reality of the NXIVM sex cult and the sinister figurehead, Keith Raniere. From executive success seminars to the terrifying dark underbelly of DOS, blackmail, and human branding, we break down how a beloved CW sweetheart became a master enforcer in one of the most shocking true-crime stories in Hollywood history.Thank you for being part of this crowd!You've got burning questions, we've got answers! Call or Text us for the worst advice imaginable, and we may feature it on an upcoming podcast! ** 801-513-3373 **Reddit- Our Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/FivesACrowd- Our Account: https://www.reddit.com/user/FivesACrowdPodcastFollow Our Personal AccountsAustin - https://allmylinks.com/austinspomerCam - https://www.instagram.com/effinburch/Chris - https://www.instagram.com/thechrishummel/Tony - https://www.instagram.com/theonlytonyc/Zach - https://www.instagram.com/zvanbeekum/00:00 - Start!00:05 - A dark opening joke to set the mood00:42 - Smallville high school crushes04:00 - From Hollywood actress to federal court09:09 - Meet Keith Raniere and the "Vanguard" illusion15:29 - How NXIVM masqueraded as business coaching24:33 - DOS: The terrifying secret inner circle25:19 - Blackmail and the sinister collateral system27:17 - The horrifying branding ceremonies34:36 - Allison Mack's role as a top Cult Lieutenant45:15 - Was Mack a victim or a perpetrator?47:29 - FBI arrests and federal indictments52:12 - A shockingly short prison sentence57:35 - Marrying a former neo-Nazi and life after prison01:01:48 - Amway, MLM red flags, and pyramid schemes01:05:48 - One last terrible joke to lighten the moodHashtags#Podcast #NXIVM #AllisonMack #TrueCrime #Cults #Smallville #FivesACrowd #Podcast #HollywoodScandalsP.O. Box**Please no packages, letters only**Five's A Crowd Podcast1123 N Fairfield Rd #1373 Layton, UT 84041

    InvestTalk
    Gold's Confusing Signal: Why the Safe-Haven Trade Isn't Playing Out as Expected

    InvestTalk

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2026 43:46 Transcription Available


    Gold is dipping even as the Middle East conflict intensifies and inflation worries mount — a counterintuitive move that has investors scratching their heads about where to find safety. We explore what's really driving gold prices and whether the precious metal still belongs in a defensive portfolio.Today's Stocks & Topics: Treasury Bill, Market Wrap, Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD), Martin Marietta Materials, Inc. (MLM), Gold's Confusing Signal: Why the Safe-Haven Trade Isn't Playing Out as Expected, Select STOXX Europe Aerospace & Defense ETF (EUAD), Salesforce, Inc. (CRM), Uranium Royalty Corp. (UROY), AstraZeneca PLC (AZN).Our Next Wealth Webinar: “Beyond the Yield: How to Invest for Your Income Needs” June 30th, 2026 - 12:00 pmTo sign up: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/5717793889555/WN_XuoDgMVwSv6wZXXurrZTLgOur Sponsors:* Check out Anthropic and use my code Claude.ai/invest for a great deal: https://www.anthropic.com* Check out Chilipad and use my code sleep.me/INVEST for a great deal: https://sleep.me* Check out Plaud AI and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://plaud.ai* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/invest for a great deal: https://www.quince.com* Check out Scribe and use my code scribe.how/invest for a great deal: https://scribe.com* Check out TaskRabbit and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://taskrabbit.com* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code INVEST20 for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

    Mormon Stories - LDS
    The Messy History of Mormon Dealings w/ Brian Buchanan - LDS Discussions Pt. 74 | Ep. 2156

    Mormon Stories - LDS

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2026 199:34


    In this episode, we expand on ideas presented by Nate Oman during a discussion on Faith Matters and trace the complicated, evolving history of Mormon sealings from Joseph Smith through the 20th century.Today, “eternal families” are often presented as the central purpose of temple sealings in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. But historically, the story is much messier.In this conversation, we explore how early sealings were not originally centered on the modern concept of nuclear families being together forever. Instead, sealing theology developed gradually during the Nauvoo period and often functioned as a way to create dynastic networks, priesthood connections, and systems of authority –what some critics compare to an MLM-style hierarchy of spiritual relationships. We discuss the evolution of sealing theology from Joseph Smith to Brigham Young, baptisms for the dead and the trauma surrounding Alvin Smith's death, the rise of dynastic sealings and the “Law of Adoption” where men were sealed to other men. We also discuss the relationship between sealings and plural marriage, how the sealing language changed over time, why Joseph Smith never initially sealed himself to Emma, the story of Jane Manning James and how she was “attached” to Joseph Smith instead of sealed. We also discuss the racial restrictions for Black Mormons, questions of informed consent, authority, and prophetic consistency, and whether the modern LDS concept of “forever families” would have been recognizable to Joseph Smith himself. We also examine how doctrines once treated as essential and eternal –including the Law of Adoption –were later abandoned entirely, raising larger questions about revelation, institutional change, and the development of Mormon theology. Whether you're believing, questioning, post-Mormon, or simply interested in religious history, this episode offers a deep dive into one of the most controversial and misunderstood developments in Mormon history.___________________YouTubeAt Mormon Stories we explore, celebrate, and challenge Mormon culture through in-depth stories told by members and former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as well as scholars, authors, LDS apologists, and other professionals.  Our overall mission is to: 1. Facilitate informed consent amongst LDS Church members, investigators, and non-members regarding Mormon history, doctrine, and theology2. Support Mormons (and members of other high-demand religions) who are experiencing a religious faith crisis3. Promote healing, growth and community for those who choose to leave the LDS Church or other high demand religions

    LDS Discussions
    74: Mormon Sealings & Nate Oman w/ Bryan Buchanan

    LDS Discussions

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2026 199:20


    In this episode, we expand on ideas presented by Nate Oman during a discussion on Faith Matters and trace the complicated, evolving history of Mormon sealings from Joseph Smith through the 20th century.Today, “eternal families” are often presented as the central purpose of temple sealings in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. But historically, the story is much messier.In this conversation, we explore how early sealings were not originally centered on the modern concept of nuclear families being together forever. Instead, sealing theology developed gradually during the Nauvoo period and often functioned as a way to create dynastic networks, priesthood connections, and systems of authority –what some critics compare to an MLM-style hierarchy of spiritual relationships. We discuss the evolution of sealing theology from Joseph Smith to Brigham Young, baptisms for the dead and the trauma surrounding Alvin Smith's death, the rise of dynastic sealings and the “Law of Adoption” where men were sealed to other men. We also discuss the relationship between sealings and plural marriage, how the sealing language changed over time, why Joseph Smith never initially sealed himself to Emma, the story of Jane Manning James and how she was “attached” to Joseph Smith instead of sealed. We also discuss the racial restrictions for Black Mormons, questions of informed consent, authority, and prophetic consistency, and whether the modern LDS concept of “forever families” would have been recognizable to Joseph Smith himself. We also examine how doctrines once treated as essential and eternal –including the Law of Adoption –were later abandoned entirely, raising larger questions about revelation, institutional change, and the development of Mormon theology. Whether you're believing, questioning, post-Mormon, or simply interested in religious history, this episode offers a deep dive into one of the most controversial and misunderstood developments in Mormon history.Show NotesYouTubeMormon Stories Thanks Our Generous Donors!Help us continue to deliver quality content by becoming a donor today: One-time or recurring donation through Donorbox Support us on Patreon PayPal VenmoOur Platforms: YouTube Patreon Spotify Apple PodcastsContact us:MormonStories@gmail.comPO Box 171085, Salt Lake City, UT 84117Social Media: Insta: @mormstories TikTok: @mormonstoriespodcast Join the Discord

    The Heyrachelcoons Podcast
    111: I Made 6 Figures in an MLM, Here's My Honest Opinion

    The Heyrachelcoons Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2026 7:58 Transcription Available


    In this episode, I'm giving you my most honest take on MLMs, the good, the real, and what I actually think you should do if your goal is to make money from home on your own terms.We cover:What my MLM experience actually looked like (and why I don't regret it)The hard truth about why most women don't make money in MLMsThe one thing most people don't realize when they sign upWhy making money from home doesn't have to mean selling someone else's productWhat I'd tell any mom who wants to build something real for herself in 2026If you've been curious about MLMs, or you're already in one and something feels off, this episode will give you the clarity and the permission you've been looking for.Register for Business Breakthrough Experience: http://www.jameswedmoretraining.com/a/2148272142/LcoDSfh7

    This Commerce Life
    Epicure's Comeback: From $100M MLM Brand to Omnichannel Relaunch | Amelia Warren & Kyle Vucko

    This Commerce Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2026 64:50


    What do you do when the brand you built to over $100 million goes bankrupt — and then you get the chance to buy it back? That's exactly what Amelia Warren and Kyle Vucko did with Epicure. In this episode, Phil and Kenny sit down with the co-managing directors of the relaunched Epicure — a Canadian spice and seasoning brand with a fiercely loyal customer base, a surprising MLM origin story, and a bold new omnichannel strategy.  Amelia served as CEO of the original Epicure for 17 years. Kyle co-founded Indochino before joining Epicure as COO. Together, they acquired the brand's assets out of bankruptcy in April 2025 and relaunched it by September — rebuilding the supply chain, re-engaging customers, and moving the brand into retail for the first time.   Check out Epicure here: https://epicure.com

    MLM Max Lombardia Milan Podcast
    2025-2026 Season review

    MLM Max Lombardia Milan Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2026 95:16


    Me, Gino and Raj review the season. We talk about the players, the manager and the ownership. We try to predict the future and what might happen at Milan over the summer. The MLM podcast will be back next season. Have a great summer!Sempre Forza Milan..

    Dark Side of Wikipedia | True Crime & Dark History
    Why Do Some NXIVM Members Still Defend Keith Raniere After Everything?

    Dark Side of Wikipedia | True Crime & Dark History

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2026 19:34


    The people best trained to recognize what NXIVM was doing were the people Keith Raniere reportedly made sure never got inside the organization. Licensed therapists were kept out. That wasn't an accident.NXIVM's recruitment model was built on a framework Raniere refined after his first MLM, Consumers' Buyline, was shut down as a pyramid scheme by the New York attorney general in 1996. The courses cost thousands and were structured so each one led to the next. The colored-sash hierarchy rewarded recruitment. Doubt about the methods was reframed as a personal failing — a limiting belief to be overcome through more coursework, not a reason to question anything.Raniere deliberately pursued recruits with resources and public visibility. Clare and Sara Bronfman invested over $100 million, bringing both capital and credibility. Actress Allison Mack became a high-profile recruiter. Their participation told every prospective member this was legitimate.India Oxenberg entered at nineteen and spent seven years inside, ultimately marked and unable to recognize the situation she was in. The escalation from introductory course to inner circle was so gradual that each step felt like a free choice. By the time the deepest demands arrived, members' judgment had been reshaped by years of conditioning.The psychological architecture Raniere built continues to function in the minds of a small loyalist network that still advocates for his release — years after his conviction on all seven federal counts.Part two of a four-part Hidden Killers investigation into NXIVM and Keith Raniere.Join Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8-vxmbhTxxG10sO1izODJg?sub_confirmation=1Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/TrueCrimePodThis publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.#NXIVM #KeithRaniere #TrueCrime #HiddenKillers #CultRecruitment #NXIVMCULT #MindControl #TheVow #TrueCrimePodcast #CultSurvivor

    BizNinja Entrepreneur Radio
    The Entrepreneurial Journey to Becoming Fully Yourself

    BizNinja Entrepreneur Radio

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2026 31:03


    What if success was never really about the money, the funnels, or the strategies? In this deeply personal and powerful episode of BizNinja Entrepreneur Radio, Tyler Jorgenson sits down with entrepreneur, speaker, and transformation coach Liz Benny for a conversation that goes far beyond business tactics. Together, they unpack identity, healing, purpose, entrepreneurship, and what it truly means to live a wealthy life on your own terms. Liz shares the unexpected beginnings of her entrepreneurial mindset, from mowing lawns on her family's rose farm in New Zealand to navigating MLMs, learning online marketing, building successful businesses, and eventually creating her “Kapow” philosophy centered around connection, alignment, purpose, ownership, and wealth. But this episode is about more than entrepreneurship. It is about the internal work required to sustain growth. Liz opens up about battling perfectionism, depression, people-pleasing, and the pressure of external validation while learning how to fully embrace who she is without dimming her light for others. Tyler and Liz also explore future self identity, subconscious blocks, emotional healing, leadership, and why so many entrepreneurs feel disconnected even after achieving outward success. This conversation will challenge the way you think about wealth, success, and personal growth while reminding you that the greatest breakthroughs often come from reconnecting with yourself first. What You'll Learn How Liz Benny's entrepreneurial journey began on a rose farm in New Zealand The biggest lessons she learned from MLM and online marketing Why understanding the “rules of the game” matters in business How she built her first successful online business and scaled it The story behind her “Kapow” philosophy and what it really means Why entrepreneurs often struggle with external validation The four core connections every entrepreneur needs to thrive How identity shapes income, leadership, and personal growth Why future self work can accelerate business success The connection between perfectionism, burnout, and healing How subconscious beliefs can quietly limit growth and fulfillment Why authentic self-expression is essential for long-term happiness Chapters 00:00 Welcome to BizNinja Entrepreneur Radio 01:13 The Moment Liz Benny Realized She Was an Entrepreneur 03:10 Lessons Learned From MLM and Early Business Ventures 06:12 Building an Online Business Through Social Media Marketing 08:59 Discovering Russell Brunson and Scaling Online Success 11:30 The Meaning Behind Kapow and Creating True Wealth 14:31 The Struggle With External Validation 15:52 The Four Connections Every Entrepreneur Needs 18:42 Becoming Your Future Self Now 22:11 Mental Health, Perfectionism, and Healing 26:15 Letting Go of Limiting Beliefs 27:53 Building a Life You Actually Love 29:25 Where to Connect With Liz Benny 29:50 Final Thoughts for Entrepreneurs

    Holistic Survival Show - Pandemic Planning
    675: Real Estate Scams Revealed: Why True Wealth is "Built to Be Boring" with Jonathan Greene

    Holistic Survival Show - Pandemic Planning

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2026 38:53


    In this interview, real estate expert Jonathan Greene discusses the prevalence of scams and "get-rich-quick" schemes within the investment coaching and syndication industries. He emphasizes that successful real estate investing is inherently "boring" and long-term, contrasting it with the high-priced, flashy programs marketed by modern gurus on social media. Greene warns investors to watch for MLM-style referral structures and hidden fees, advising them to prioritize transparency and "skin in the game" from sponsors. He advocates for a "get-rich-slow" approach, highlighting the historical durability of income properties and the importance of geographic and asset diversification. Ultimately, the conversation underscores the need for personal responsibility and thorough due diligence to navigate a largely unregulated and marketing-driven landscape. Learn the MATH of real estate through https://propertytracker.com/! Get your FREE account today. #RealEstateInvesting #RealEstateScams #PassiveIncome #IncomeProperty #WealthBuilding #GetRichSlow #DueDiligence #PropertyInvesting #RealEstateGuru #FinancialFreedom #BoringInvesting #RealEstateTips #Syndication #SkinInTheGame #LandlordLife #InvestSmart #RealEstateStrategies #WealthCreation #LongTermInvesting #InvestorEducation Key Takeaways: 0:00 Built to be boring and not regulatable 10:19 The psychology of high prices and inexperienced operators 15:35 Money raisers and commandment #3 26:54 Tips and advice 35:36 The durability of real estate 37:25 https://www.TrustGreene.com/    _______________________________________________________________ Follow Jason on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM & LINKEDIN Twitter.com/JasonHartmanROI Instagram.com/jasonhartman1/ Linkedin.com/in/jasonhartmaninvestor/ Call our Investment Counselors at: 1-800-HARTMAN (US) or visit: https://www.jasonhartman.com/ Free Class:  Easily get up to $250,000 in funding for real estate, business or anything else: http://JasonHartman.com/Fund CYA Protect Your Assets, Save Taxes & Estate Planning: http://JasonHartman.com/Protect Get wholesale real estate deals for investment or build a great business – Free Course: https://www.jasonhartman.com/deals Special Offer from Ron LeGrand: https://JasonHartman.com/Ron Free Mini-Book on Pandemic Investing: https://www.PandemicInvesting.com

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    MLM Max Lombardia Milan Podcast
    Cardinale is talking Sh*t.

    MLM Max Lombardia Milan Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2026 11:05


    MLM correspondent Zio Gino has his say on Cardinale's latest interview.

    Build Your Network
    SOLO | Make Money By Failing Forward

    Build Your Network

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2026 16:25


    On this solo episode, Travis shares candid stories from his own entrepreneurial journey, walking through more than a dozen ventures that didn't work out the way he hoped before his podcasting business took off. From childhood side hustles and landscaping to MLMs, door-to-door sales, and water purification, he breaks down how repeated “failures” created the skills, resilience, and opportunities that ultimately built his income today. On this episode we talk about: Why fear of failure and fear of embarrassment keep people from even taking the first swing at their goals How our social wiring, threat detection, and negativity bias make us over-index on what others might think The difference between temporary failure and the only real failure: quitting and pulling yourself out of the game Travis's long list of experiments: landscaping, college side hustles, multiple MLMs, door-to-door solar, alarms, water machines, and more How just 3–4 of roughly 17 different ventures produced about 90% of his income over the last decade The transition from sales and MLM into podcasting, masterminds, courses, and live events Why leveraging other people's time (hiring help) was a key early lesson in building leverage instead of just trading hours What the entrepreneurial path actually looks like emotionally: ups, downs, and the necessity of stepping back up to the plate Top 3 Takeaways The fear of other people's reactions to your failure is often more paralyzing than the failure itself, and it's usually based on imaginary scenarios that have never happened. Entrepreneurship is inherently experimental; most attempts won't be home runs, but a small percentage of ventures can drive the majority of your long-term income. A failure only becomes permanent when it causes you to quit — as long as you keep getting back in the game, each “loss” becomes data, skill-building, and positioning for the next win. Notable Quotes "A failure is not a failure at all unless it causes you to quit. The only version of failure that's permanent is the one that pulls you out of the game." "You're creating a situation in your mind that has never happened and then reacting to the reactions of other people about a situation that has never happened." "Out of those 17 things, probably three or four of them are responsible for 90% of the income that I've made in the last decade." Connect with Travis: Instagram: https://instagram.com/travischappell Other: https://travischappell.com A Word from our Sponsor:Are you ready to start your own creatorjourney and make it big? Visitwww.fanvue.com today and launch yourcareer! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Life After MLM
    Episode 342 : Wellington v, FTC

    Life After MLM

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2026 108:44


    In part 2 of our Stormy Wellington coverage, we tackle the case brought against her by the FTC, and go down both the formal complaint and the stipulated order to find out EXACTLY what Stormy can and cannot do going forward. It's another long one, but we've got Mr. F to help translate the legalese, and you do not want to miss this episode laced with pure AntiMLM schadenfreude.Show NotesWellington v, FTC FTC Takes Action Against High-Level MLM Participant who Deceived Workers About the Amount of Money They Can EarnComplaint for Permanent Injunction and Other Relief Stipulated Order for Permanent Injunction and Other Relief Total Life Changes Income Disclosure StatementFarmasi Income Disclosure StatementLanes on TikTok - Stormy TeaThe Influence ContinuumOut of MLM⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The BITE Model⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LAMLM Book Club⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MLM Dupes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠How can you help?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MLM Change⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Report Fraud⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Truth in Advertising⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Report to your state Attorney General's office!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Not in the U.S.? No Problem!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support the Podcast!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Buy Me a Taco⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Discord⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Merch!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Life After MLM is produced by Roberta Blevins. Audio editing is done by the lovely⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Kayla Craven⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, video editing by the indescribable⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ RK Gold⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Michelle Carpenter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is our Triple Emerald Princess of Robots. Life After MLM is owned by Roberta Blevins 2026.Music : Abstract World by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Alexi Action⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠*Some links may be affiliate links. When you purchase things from these links, I get a small commission that I use to buy us tacos.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Lifeline
    211. And The Brother Pays Well, Too

    Lifeline

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2026 67:57


    LIFELINE ✨LUXURY✨ is available at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/lifelineluxury⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Extra episodes every month, no advice, all for $5. Our Patreon is also the exclusive home to all the live podcasts which we film and upload!

    Stop The Hey Girl Podcast
    MLM Rejection Set You Up For UGC Success

    Stop The Hey Girl Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2026 7:11


    Every “no” from a friend, every awkward pitch, every time someone left you on read — turns out, that was all training. If you came from an MLM background, you already know how to handle rejection, talk to strangers online, pitch a product you believe in, and keep going when it feels embarrassing. You just didn't know those were skills yet. In this video, I'm breaking down why your MLM era might actually be the reason you're going to crush it in UGC and brand deals — and why the girls who've never had to sell anything are actually starting from behind. We're talking warm outreach, content creation, showing up consistently even when it feels cringe, and how to take everything you already learned the hard way and turn it into income that actually makes sense for your life. No pyramid. No downline. Just you, a camera, and brands that pay YOU directly. If you've ever felt embarrassed about your MLM chapter — this one's for you. Curious about getting started in UGC, here are some resources that can help: 6 Figure Creator Content Toolkit: https://stan.store/Kaylaybanez/p/the-top-creator-tools-softwares--apps-i-use How To Get Brands To Say Yes: https://stan.store/Kaylaybanez/p/the-message-that-got-10-brands-to-say-yes

    The Art Of Selling Travel Podcast
    Host Agency Red Flags Part 1 of our Host Agency mini-series | Ep 160

    The Art Of Selling Travel Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2026 34:03


    This episode kicks off our mini series about host agencies. In this episode we covered the red flags you need to watch out for when choosing the host agency you want to build your business along side of. This episode talks about the difference between a host agency, why a travel agent needs a host agency and when you can start a travel business without one. Glenda also shared a caution when it comes to MLM companies and what key words to watch out for to know if you're headed down the path of an MLM or a traditional agency model. Make sure you join our free Facebook group as we will be keeping the conversation going there. Join our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/travelagentobjections Check out our Educational & Coaching Programs:Facebook Ads for Travel Advisors: https://www.travelsalesauthority.com/facebook How to build an email list for Travel Advisors: https://artofsellingtravel.com/cold Looking to grow your travel business? Join the Travel Advisor Success Studio today: https://artofsellingtravel.com/tass Join our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/travelagentobjections Are you following me on socials? I love doing random Ask Me Anythings - and you'll only see those if you're following me. Come hang out on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/artofsellingtravel/ Or FB at https://www.facebook.com/artofsellingtravel

    The Jeremiah Show
    Full Show - 5.5.26 - So much going on, and we have to VOTE too?!?

    The Jeremiah Show

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2026 36:07


    This week is chaos—and oh yeah, don't forget to vote! We hear more honest takes on what moms actually want for Mother's Day, and share some Good Vibes with freebies for teachers and nurses. In The Group Chat, Brandi thinks her friend may be caught up in an MLM—what are the signs? Alyssa's College of Knowledge returns, plus there's a new website that helps you crash weddings. And we ask: what random thing do you own that might secretly be worth money?

    Life After MLM
    Episode 341 : The Rise of Stormy Wellington

    Life After MLM

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2026 107:44


    Coach Stormy Wellington is in trouble with the FTC, which isn't surprising if you know where she started. In part 1 of this double episode, we dive into the rise of Stormy Wellington, her traumatic backstory and long history in MLM, her failed Lifetime reality show, and her ever constant promise to make people into millionaires. Grab your foofy coffees and low vibrational plates, because this is a wild ride.Show NotesFTC Takes Action Against Stormy WellingtonMarch 2011 Ardyss Intl RankingsProp 65 case against TLCStormy Shares about Million Dollar HustleMillion Dollar Hustle Extended TrailerIndia Speaks OutManiya Speaks OutBawseLady Speaks OutBawseLady ApologizesStormy Celebrates 10 Years at TLCStormy Joins FarmasiThe Influence ContinuumOut of MLM⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The BITE Model⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LAMLM Book Club⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MLM Dupes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠How can you help?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MLM Change⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Report Fraud⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Truth in Advertising⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Report to your state Attorney General's office!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Not in the U.S.? No Problem!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support the Podcast!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Buy Me a Taco⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Discord⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Merch!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Life After MLM is produced by Roberta Blevins. Audio editing is done by the lovely⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Kayla Craven⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, video editing by the indescribable⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ RK Gold⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Michelle Carpenter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is our Triple Emerald Princess of Robots. Life After MLM is owned by Roberta Blevins 2026.Music : Abstract World by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Alexi Action⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠*Some links may be affiliate links. When you purchase things from these links, I get a small commission that I use to buy us tacos.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    About Progress
    AP 780: The Perilous Financial Position of Being a Stay-at-Home Mom || More Personal Preview

    About Progress

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2026 31:13


    You know that middle-of-the-night thought spiral, the one where you're suddenly calculating how your family would survive if your spouse didn't come home?  In this preview from my premium feed, More Personal, me and my podcast manager are talking about it out loud, and it turns out, a lot of us have been quietly doing that math for years. In this Casual Convo we get real about one of the most uncomfortable truths of being a primary parent: the financial precariousness hiding beneath the surface of every “traditional” family life. From the fear of losing your spouse, to the trad wife movement and MLM's, we cover it all while grappling with what we actually can control when solutions feel out of reach. This one doesn't have a tidy resolution. But it might be the most honest conversation you hear about what it really costs to be the one who stays home. Join the Supporters Club to get access to the full ad-free episode! Preorder Sticky Habits book today! Join the Book Launch Committee for behind-the-scenes and first peeks at all things book.  Get your AirDoctorPro air purifier with the discount code “MONICA.” Get your teen Knix with code “PROGRESS.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Life After MLM
    Episode 340 : The Rise and Fall of Sipology

    Life After MLM

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2026 61:14


    This episode started off as a bit of MLM News I was planning to mention in the next episodes housekeeping. I hadn't heard too much about Sipology, but as I started to gather information to share about it's closing, I began learning about a much more interesting story; the Rise and Fall of the little Canadian Tea MLM that could. From humble beginnings out of loss, to the meteoric rise to the United States, this is a story you've probably never heard.Show Notesr/AntiMLM - Sipology Bites the DustSteeped Tea is DeadSipology by Steeped Tea via DSNSteeped Tea on Dragon's Den2023 Steeped Tea Income Claims DatabaseThe Influence ContinuumOut of MLM⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The BITE Model⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LAMLM Book Club⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MLM Dupes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠How can you help?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MLM Change⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Report Fraud⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Truth in Advertising⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Report to your state Attorney General's office!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Not in the U.S.? No Problem!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support the Podcast!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Buy Me a Taco⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Discord⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Merch!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Life After MLM is produced by Roberta Blevins. Audio editing is done by the lovely⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Kayla Craven⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, video editing by the indescribable⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ RK Gold⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Michelle Carpenter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is our Triple Emerald Princess of Robots. Life After MLM is owned by Roberta Blevins 2026.Music : Abstract World by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Alexi Action⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠*Some links may be affiliate links. When you purchase things from these links, I get a small commission that I use to buy us tacos.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Creating Wealth Real Estate Investing with Jason Hartman
    2415: Real Estate Scams Revealed: Why True Wealth is "Built to Be Boring" with Jonathan Greene

    Creating Wealth Real Estate Investing with Jason Hartman

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2026 39:25


    In this interview, real estate expert Jonathan Greene discusses the prevalence of scams and "get-rich-quick" schemes within the investment coaching and syndication industries. He emphasizes that successful real estate investing is inherently "boring" and long-term, contrasting it with the high-priced, flashy programs marketed by modern gurus on social media. Greene warns investors to watch for MLM-style referral structures and hidden fees, advising them to prioritize transparency and "skin in the game" from sponsors. He advocates for a "get-rich-slow" approach, highlighting the historical durability of income properties and the importance of geographic and asset diversification. Ultimately, the conversation underscores the need for personal responsibility and thorough due diligence to navigate a largely unregulated and marketing-driven landscape. Start your journey to financial independence. Learn how you can be an Empowered Investor today! Get your tickets to https://empoweredinvestorlive.com/ now! Learn the MATH of real estate through https://propertytracker.com/! Get your FREE account today. #RealEstateInvesting #RealEstateScams #PassiveIncome #IncomeProperty #WealthBuilding #GetRichSlow #DueDiligence #PropertyInvesting #RealEstateGuru #FinancialFreedom #BoringInvesting #RealEstateTips #Syndication #SkinInTheGame #LandlordLife #InvestSmart #RealEstateStrategies #WealthCreation #LongTermInvesting #InvestorEducation Key Takeaways: 0:00 Built to be boring and not regulatable 10:19 The psychology of high prices and inexperienced operators 15:35 Money raisers and commandment #3 26:54 Tips and advice 35:36 The durability of real estate 37:25 https://www.TrustGreene.com/    _______________________________________________________________ Follow Jason on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM & LINKEDIN Twitter.com/JasonHartmanROI Instagram.com/jasonhartman1/ Linkedin.com/in/jasonhartmaninvestor/ Call our Investment Counselors at: 1-800-HARTMAN (US) or visit: https://www.jasonhartman.com/ Free Class:  Easily get up to $250,000 in funding for real estate, business or anything else: http://JasonHartman.com/Fund CYA Protect Your Assets, Save Taxes & Estate Planning: http://JasonHartman.com/Protect Get wholesale real estate deals for investment or build a great business – Free Course: https://www.jasonhartman.com/deals Special Offer from Ron LeGrand: https://JasonHartman.com/Ron Free Mini-Book on Pandemic Investing: https://www.PandemicInvesting.com

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    Sound Bhakti
    Test Your Own Mantra by Giving it To Others | SB 6.3.35-49 | HG Vaisesika Dasa | UK | 07 April 2026

    Sound Bhakti

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2026 94:25


    Kṛṣṇa likes it when we care about other peoples' consciousness and we take steps to help them. He says so in the Bhagavad-gītā; He says, "One who preaches the Bhagavad-gītā to others is the most dear to Me." And when we do it, we achieve a kind of realization that's not available when we just keep it to ourselves. There is a way in which, when we give mercy to others, we get a superior kind of realization that happens when we vicariously experience, again and again, souls reawakening by coming in contact with the Holy Name in written form, or by hearing the hari-nāma, or coming in contact with devotees. In previous yugas, when yajña was the means to please the Lord, it's mentioned that brāhmaṇas used to test their mantras. In fact, they would sacrifice an animal and then bring it back to life with the mantras; that way, they would know the efficacy of their mantras, and then it would give them superior faith in the mantras to be able to do the yajñas properly. In a similar way, when we go and give the mantras to other people—like down in Watford—people are wandering aimlessly down there for various reasons, their souls under the various modes of material nature. But when we take the trouble to go there and we meet them, and we give them the mahā-mantra and so forth—we test our own mantra. When we see it—see its potency and its effect on other people—then we get a superior realization of how powerful it is, rather than staying in an insular state. That's powerful too, but it's more powerful when we give it to others because then we see the effect. Isn't it the most valuable and enlivening of all perspectives to be in the hari-nāma saṅkīrtana and to watch people's reactions to it as they're walking by? I mean, I want front-row seats there! Any busy street in the world and just notice the effect that the Holy Name has—not just on people, but animals too—and watch the effect when they get touched by the mantra. Some people start dancing, some people run away as best they can, and some people pretend like it's not even happening. Even if it's a rip-roaring kīrtana, that can be the most fascinating of all because, you know they're in there, and you know they hear it, and still they try to ignore it. Then it gives us a perspective of our sojourn in the material world. Kṛṣṇa has been speaking to us this whole time, and He's always there within every atom, but we're ignoring Him. We can become circumspect and think about what is our sojourn. That all happens by outreach, by preaching to other people. Plus, as it's mentioned in the song about Lord Nityānanda, how He's a broker; He's selling the Holy Name. He started in a marketplace. This is MLM, in case you ever wanted to join multi-level marketing—you're already in it! This was the precursor to Amway, and Lord Nityānanda started that. It's mentioned by Bhaktivinoda Ṭhākura that you bring people to Lord Nityānanda and sign them up for the product, and you get your commission. Bhaktivinoda Ṭhākura says—he said, "We'll all take the commission; we'll all take some." They pay the price with their faith—it's their śraddhā. ------------------------------------------------------------ To connect with His Grace Vaiśeṣika Dāsa, please visit https://www.fanthespark.com/next-steps/ask-vaisesika-dasa/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=launch2025 https://vaisesikadasayatra.blogspot.com/ ------------------------------------------------------------ Add to your wisdom literature collection: https://iskconsv.com/book-store/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=launch2025 https://www.bbtacademic.com/books/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=launch2025 https://thefourquestionsbook.com/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=launch2025

    Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing
    334: How To Tell the Difference Between a Guru and a Mentor

    Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2026 37:23


    On this episode of Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing, Jonathan Greene breaks down how to tell the difference between a guru and a mentor in the real estate investing space. Drawing from his own experiences with masterminds, courses, and industry trends, Jonathan explains why this distinction matters for investors at every level—not just beginners. He explores how the rise of online courses and communities has made it easier than ever to access education, but also harder to evaluate quality and intent. Jonathan emphasizes that many programs—good or bad—contain useful information, and that success often comes down to how individuals engage with the material and the people around them. The conversation highlights key warning signs of guru-driven programs, including heavy sales tactics, MLM-style recruitment structures, and constant upselling. In contrast, Jonathan explains that true mentorship is built on genuine relationships, aligned incentives, and a willingness to help without always requiring payment. Ultimately, Jonathan argues that the real value of any mastermind or community lies in the relationships you build within it. By focusing on like-minded peers and applying the material consistently, investors can still succeed—even if the program itself isn't perfect. In this episode, you will hear: The key differences between a guru and a mentor Why MLM-style recruiting is a major red flag in real estate programs How expectations and user behavior impact success in masterminds Why relationships inside a community matter more than the leader The pros and cons of courses, retreats, and large conferences How pricing and sales tactics can influence perceived value Why smaller, high-touch groups often deliver better results Follow and Review If you enjoy the show, please follow Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing on Apple Podcasts and leave a rating and review. It helps other listeners discover these conversations and supports the show's growth. This episode was produced by Outlier Audio. Supporting Resources Connect with Jonathan: Website: www.streamlined.properties  Website: https://www.trustgreene.com/  YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/jonathangreenere  Instagram: www.instagram.com/trustgreene  Instagram: www.instagram.com/streamlinedproperties    Zillow: www.zillow.com/profile/streamlinen​j Bigger Pockets:  www.biggerpockets.com/users/jonathangreene Facebook:  www.facebook.com/streamlinedproperties  Email:  info@streamlined.properties   This episode was produced by Outlier Audio.

    The Fasting Highway
    Episode 313 Michelle Montone- A Conversation overheard in a hair studio that changed her life forever.

    The Fasting Highway

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2026 51:20


    My story- I am a 44-year-old mom of 2 boys (ages 8&11) and wife to my wonderful husband for 14 years. We live in Lake Mary, FL (a suburb of Orlando). At the moment, I am a part-time Trainer at my gym. From 2022-2024, I had a podcast (Fast & Fabulous) & coached others to become Intermittent Fasters as well (still dabble in this from time to time)! Before having kids I was Paralegal for 15 years. I started yo-yo dieting around age 16. Since then, I have struggled with my weight. In college, instead of the “freshman 15”, I gained about 40lbs….When I graduated, I lost it by working out 7 days a week, calorie counting and depriving myself constantly. I didn't eat meat, carbs, or sugar, and honestly, I was miserable. Before having kids, I was a paralegal for 15 years. I maintained (not so effortlessly) a healthy weight for about 4 years until I got married at age 30. This is when the weight started to pile on. I finally found comfort in a man who loved me for me, the comfort of marriage set in, and before I knew it, I put on about 20lbs. Then I became pregnant with our first son in 2014 and gained a good 60lbs, lost it all rather quickly after giving birth but this time by joining a weight loss MLM (so embarrassed of this!) and using supplements and body wraps…hundreds of dollars a month to sustain, and I lost only around 10lbs over the next THREE years! Fast forward to 2016-17 – I was pregnant now with my second son. I was gaining just like the first time, but at 28 weeks, I was diagnosed with gestational diabetes. Because I had to follow an extremely strict diet to control my blood sugar, I didn't end up gaining as much. It was what came in the next 2 years that was the worst. I tried to go back to work (I am NOT the stay-at-home type) when my youngest was 7 months old. It was an absolute disaster. My husband got a big promotion 9 months later, and I was forced to quit my job and stay home with an infant and a 3-year-old in a town we had just moved to. I fell into a horrible depression and developed a pretty nasty sugar addiction...you know the kind, when you're eating an entire bag of candy in hiding, trying to cover up the wrappers in the trash. I ate ultra-processed food constantly… fast food, cheeseburgers, and fries were at least a weekly occurrence. Over those 2 years, I gained another 25(ish) lbs. I am 5'3” and my highest weight was around 200lbs...although I'm not 100% as I never weighed myself.I remember weighing 191 at a doctor's appointment in January 2020 (right before I started fasting). So many health issues started piling up at this point...I lived at the doctor's office, but none could give me any answers....and not ONE mentioned weight loss, diet or lifestyle. I tried everything to lose this weight...I would lose 5-6lbs then it would come right back. This went on for a while before I accepted that this is who I was now and that I would be unhealthy and miserable. An old friend of mine had been telling me about IF for about a year at this point. I thought he was NUTS. How could anyone not eat for 16-20 hours?! I was someone who carried snacks in my purse long before I had kids because I was taught to keep your metabolism going, you should eat 6 times a day! Fast forward to January 2020...I'm getting my hair done and overhear the client next to me chatting about how she lost 30lbs doing IF. I went home that day and began researching. A friend of mine invited me to Gin Stephen's Delay Don't Deny FB support group, where I lingered for about a week before deciding to start 1/24/20 and have been clean fasting every day since. I LOVE sharing this freedom and occasionally still take clients, so the links for my socials are below ☺ h ps://www.instagram.com/mrs_shellee81?igsh=dGR5bTN0dzRvZmlo&utm_source=qr www. ktok,com/@mrsshelle0? Join Graemes' Patreon and stay accountable. www.patreon.com/thefastinghighwayWebsitewww.thefastinghighway.com.

    Life After MLM
    Episode 337 : MLM Mini Dive : LifeWave

    Life After MLM

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2026 91:15


    We're back from our break with a brand new Mini Dive into an MLM that's one of the most bizarre we've come across. Loaded with games and surprises, Mr. F and I dive into the MLM LifeWave, a company known for their Non-Transdermal Patches that allegedly reflect the power of light back into your body for natural energy and a variety of other claims the DSSRC is concerned about.Show NotesLifeWave WebsiteLifeWave Comp PlanPatchy Science on LifeWave's Mysterious PatchesMinistry of Health Warning re: LifeWave X39 PatchesCase #199-2025: Administrative Closure - LifeWave, Inc.The Influence ContinuumOut of MLM⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The BITE Model⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LAMLM Book Club⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MLM Dupes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠How can you help?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MLM Change⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Report Fraud⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Truth in Advertising⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Report to your state Attorney General's office!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Not in the U.S.? No Problem!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support the Podcast!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Buy Me a Taco⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Discord⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Merch!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Life After MLM is produced by Roberta Blevins. Audio editing is done by the lovely⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Kayla Craven⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, video editing by the indescribable⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ RK Gold⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Michelle Carpenter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is our Triple Emerald Princess of Robots. Life After MLM is owned by Roberta Blevins 2026.Music : Abstract World by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Alexi Action⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠*Some links may be affiliate links. When you purchase things from these links, I get a small commission that I use to buy us tacos.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Best of the Left - Leftist Perspectives on Progressive Politics, News, Culture, Economics and Democracy
    #1540 The Grift of Life (Scam Culture™ and the Economy it has built) (Throwback)

    Best of the Left - Leftist Perspectives on Progressive Politics, News, Culture, Economics and Democracy

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2026 70:21


    Original Air Date: 1/31/2023 Today, we take a look at just some of the nearly infinite ways in which our society, culture and economy are infused from top to bottom with Scam Culture™ that is bleeding us dry both financially and mentally. Be part of the show! Leave a voice message, message us on Signal at the handle bestoftheleft.01, or email Jay@BestOfTheLeft.com Full Show Notes Check out our new show, SOLVED! on YouTube! BestOfTheLeft.com/Support (Members Get Bonus Shows + No Ads!) Use our links to shop Bookshop.org and Libro.fm for a non-evil book and audiobook purchasing experience! Join our Discord community! SHOW NOTES Ch. 1: The Grift Economy: Everything is a scam, always. - Thought Slime - Air Date 11-5-21 For those that need to read this: you aren't a capitalist. You're capital. Ch. 2: Power and Corruption: The Devos Family - iilluminaughtii - Air Date 1-20-23 Betsy DeVos and her family have been important figures in the business world for decades. They're involved in a massive MLM, invest in shady businesses, and have put their money toward politics for as long as anyone can remember. Ch. 3: Bill Black: The Best Way to Rob a Bank is to Own One - theAnalysis.news - Air Date 5-31-21 How does a corrupt mortgage scam by brokers in California become a massive national fraud that puts the whole economy into a deep crisis? Bill Black on theAnalysis.news with Paul Jay. Ch. 4: Why FTX's Crypto Scam Is A Tale As Old As Time - The Problem With Jon Stewart Podcast - Air Date 12-7-22 "Whatever fun name you wanna put on it, it's the same damn thing we've seen over and over again." David Dayen, Executive Editor of The American Prospect, joins us to talk through the spectacular rise and fall of crypto exchange FTX Ch. 5: The Gig Economy Was Always A Scam - Wisecrack - Air Date 8-8-22 The gig economy has revolutionized how we think about work, but not necessarily for the better. How have a bunch of multi-billion-dollar companies like Uber or Instacart so fundamentally changed our economy? Ch. 6: Why Spotify Will Ultimately Fail - Benn Jordan - Air Date 1-9-23 An investor's guide to breaking the thing you're trying to sell. Ch. 7: James O'Brien caller wrote his dissertation on 'incel' culture - LBC - Air Date 1-27-23 Explaining the appeal of Andrew Tate and his accolites to young, insecure men Ch. 8: TikToker Exposes New A.I. Scam That Is Absolutely TERRIFYING - Rebel HQ - Air Date 1-13-23 TikToker @benno56 shares his family's experience with a terrifying new A.I. voice-mimicking scam. Max Burns breaks it down. Ch. 9: Mark Rober's Prank And The Truth About Scammers And Capitalism - Second Thought - Air Date 6-17-22 Scam call centers are just one cancerous offshoot of bureaucracy under capitalism, and while pranking these places may be cathartic, it's not enough to tackle the root cause. Ch. 10: Is all money just a ponzi scheme? | Vicki Robin - Big Think - Air Date 7-22-18 "Money, it's a gas," wrote Pink Floyd's Roger Waters for their hit 'Money'. Author, speaker, and social innovator Vicki Robin would probably agree: she posits that most people don't understand the true, human, working value of money.   Produced by Jay! Tomlinson Visit us at BestOfTheLeft.com Listen Anywhere! BestOfTheLeft.com/Listen Listen Anywhere! Follow BotL: Bluesky | Mastodon | Threads | X Like at Facebook.com/BestOfTheLeft Contact me directly at Jay@BestOfTheLeft.com  

    Timesuck with Dan Cummins
    495 - The Watts Family Murders

    Timesuck with Dan Cummins

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2026 177:24


    When a wife and two young children vanish, the internet's favorite theory shows up fast: it's always the husband. This week on Timesuck, we dig into the horrifying Chris Watts case - a story of appearances, assumptions, so, SO many Thrive supplements, and a seemingly normal man whose life imploded in the most unthinkable way.Merch and more: www.badmagicproductions.com Timesuck Discord! https://discord.gg/tqzH89vWant to join the Cult of the Curious PrivateFacebook Group? Go directly to Facebook and search for "Cult of the Curious" to locate whatever happens to be our most current page :)For all merch-related questions/problems: store@badmagicproductions.com (copy and paste)Please rate and subscribe on Apple Podcasts and elsewhere and follow the suck on social media!! @timesuckpodcast on IG and http://www.facebook.com/timesuckpodcastWanna become a Space Lizard? Click here: https://www.patreon.com/timesuckpodcast.Sign up through Patreon, and for $5 a month, you get access to the entire Secret Suck catalog (295 episodes) PLUS the entire catalog of Timesuck, AD FREE. You'll also get 20% off of all regular Timesuck merch PLUS access to exclusive Space Lizard merch. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    The Dream
    Super Secret Sauce!

    The Dream

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2026 34:32


    Former MLM boss babe and future psychologist Brandie Hadfield is back to take us inside an MLM coach's funnel hacking scheme. -- she lurked in a Zoom meeting!Often billed as free classes or materials, this marketing tactic offers something quite different, and sketchy. Check out more of Brandie's work at brandiehadfield.substack.comAnd don't forget to sign up for The Dream Plus! For only $5 a month you can get every episode of The Dream (including our back entire back catalog) ad-free, along with bonus content. Click the link below to join The Dream Plus Supercast channel for only $5 a month!https://thedream.supercast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.