The docs finally cover the psychological tactics of MLMs and compare and contrast them to cults. We also discuss positively skewed cognitive distortions and depictions of MLMs in some of our favorite TV shows. Mentions: Swindled: https://swindledpodcast.com/ The Dream: https://www.stitcher.com/show/the-dream Die-Alogue: https://www.rebekahsebastian.com/ Lu ... Show More
Oct 2021
81. Parapsychology & Paranormal Crimes
Happy {almost} Halloween! Before we get into all things parapsychology, you'll want to hear about our Halloween Horror Nights experience, complete with a mystery: the disappearing Patreon member! We'll then get into all the fun stuff- ESP, remote viewing, near death experiences a ... Show More
1h 36m
Jul 2025
Madness explained: How trauma and stress can break the mind
I talk to psychologist Richard Bentall about psychosis, schizophrenia, and the psychological roots of mental illness. Bentall is the author of the well known book "Madness Explained." We explore how symptoms like hallucinations and delusions can often be traced to trauma, stress, ... Show More
59m 54s
Mar 2021
Episode 10: Ryan McKnight - Mormonism and Multi-Level Marketing Part 2
<p>After tackling topics like cultural moray, the role of women in the LDS faith, and why Utah is rife with MLM's in part one, Ryan and I dive into "Big Pyramid", Mitt Romney's connections to MLM, the affinity fraud of Tahitian Noni Juice, the obsession of outrageous health claim ... Show More
1h 10m