Exploring deceptive health claims of essential oil MLM companies, risks of relying on oils for severe illnesses, toxic effects, illegal claims, regulatory actions during COVID-19. Historical context of therapeutic claims, challenges in regulating MLMs, influence of celebrities, social media. Murky origins of essential oil companies, harmful effects of MLMs in wellness industry. Rise of Young Living Essential Oils, controversies, emergence of competitor DoTERRA.

Jane Marie, a journalist and podcaster renowned for exposing exploitative practices in life coaching and multi-level marketing, dives deep into the troubling world of MLMs and their deceptive allure. She discusses how these schemes can entrap hopeful individuals, particularly women, in cycles of poverty while masquerading as pathways to the American dream. Jane critiques the connections between MLMs and the wellness industry, shedding light on their manipulative ideologies and systemic inequalities that enrich a few while leaving many in financial despair.

Journalist Jane Marie, known for investigating pyramid schemes, joins the podcast to explore the legitimacy of life coaches. They discuss personal growth, navigating the coaching industry, and the importance of finding the right fit for personal development. The conversation sheds light on questionable practices within the industry and the impact of ethical coaching on individual growth.

In this discussion, Jane Marie, a Peabody and Emmy Award-winning journalist known for her work on multi-level marketing, offers a deep dive into the troubling realities of MLMs. She unpacks the allure of these schemes, particularly their appeal to women, and reveals the financial traps participants often fall into. The conversation sheds light on the deceptive practices within MLMs, including misleading income statements and emotional manipulation. Jane also explores the historical roots and regulatory challenges these companies face, providing a comprehensive view of this controversial industry.

Jane Marie, a Peabody and Emmy Award-winning journalist and host of "The Dream," dives into the murky waters of multi-level marketing (MLMs) and their impact on American consumers. She reveals the dark side of MLMs, detailing personal stories of psychological manipulation and financial losses. Marie also explores the origins of these companies, spotlighting Brownie Wise's legacy with Tupperware. The discussion critiques the misleading tactics MLMs use to lure individuals, especially women, into their webs—challenging the notion of the American Dream.