Welcome back to Taste of Truth Tuesdays! Last week, I got really personal and shared my own experience with multi-level marketing—why I joined, why I believed in it so fully, and what it really cost me—emotionally, spiritually, and financially. I even tattooed “trust the process” on my body because I truly thought I was stepping into freedom and empowerment.
But as I dug deeper, I realized the cracks: the emotional manipulation, the magical thinking, the ready-made stories to silence doubts. And that’s why today’s conversation is such an honor.
I’m joined by Robert L. FitzPatrick, author of Ponzinomics and False Profits, who has spent decades exposing MLMs for what they really are—predatory business models disguised as opportunity. Today, we’re diving into:
How MLMs exploit cultural and spiritual hooks, from hustle culture to prosperity theology
The brutal economic reality and why nearly everyone loses
The ways narrative control and emotional manipulation keep people invested
The deeper personal and societal consequences of MLMs beyond just money
DISCLAIMER: The views expressed in this episode are solely those of me and my guest and don’t necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any company, organization, or individual mentioned. This episode contains personal opinions and interpretations protected under fair use for commentary and critique. Any claims about MLM companies are intended to address industry-wide practices and may not apply to the specific company discussed. Statements by distributors or former distributors reflect personal experiences, not official company views. Sources discussed are publicly available. Listeners are encouraged to do their own research.
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