
iilluminaughtii
Welcome to iilluminaughtii, the podcast that is all about debunking bad business. Whether it's a pyramid scheme or a charity stealing money, everything (and anything) business-related is on the table. Blair Zoń is ready to dig into the underbelly of the business world to find out where your money and time really goes. Subscribe now to make sure you don't miss any of episodes delivered fresh every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
Latest episodes

Jul 12, 2023 • 31min
The Pet Industry Needs to be Leashed | Corporate Casket
Go to http://dipseastories.com/casket to get an extended 30-day free trial.Go to http://mintmobile.com/casket to get your new wireless plan for just $15 a month, and get the plan shipped to your door for free.Sign up for our Patreon to support what we do!https://www.patreon.com/iilluminaughtiiWelcome to the Corporate Casket, a weekly series where bad businesses go to die. The pet industry doesn’t care about your beloved best friend. Certain individuals might, sure, but generally speaking, profits over people applies here, too. Pets are often treated as commodities, kept in poor enclosures, and are in poor health, to boot. From the food to the toys you buy, manufacturers have shown they don’t care about you or your animals.Connect With Me: https://linktr.ee/iilluminaughtii’Sources: https://justpaste.it/7ui7qWriters/Researchers/Helpers:Ali Z-BThis episode was edited and mixed by:G. Thomas CraigAlbum cover art created by:Betsy PrimesIntro Song Credits:Trauma- Will Van De CrommertOutro Song Credits:Electronica Punch- Oleksandr Koltsov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 10, 2023 • 31min
Where Politicians Pee on Redwoods: Bohemian Grove | Dark Dives
Sign up for our Patreon to support what we do!https://www.patreon.com/iilluminaughtiiWelcome to Dark Dives, a new series where we explore the murky and devious depths of humanity.The Bohemian Grove is a secret society, a real-world Illuminati, so to speak. But if they’re so horrible and controlling, why does no one know about them? And what exactly do they do? This organization is supposedly one of the most elite out there and though it sounds like something out of a political drama, this is real.Connect With Me: https://linktr.ee/iilluminaughtii’Sources: https://justpaste.it/b16nfWriters/Researchers/Helpers:Ali Z-BThis episode was edited and mixed by:G. Thomas CraigAlbum cover art created by:Betsy PrimesIntro Song Credits:Last to Fall- Will Van De CrommertOutro Song Credits:Sacred and Profane- Nicholas Rowe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 5, 2023 • 30min
The Eighth Blunder of the World: Dubai's Islands | Corporate Casket
Go to http://stitchfix.com/CASKET to get 25% off when you keep everything in your Fix.Go to http://joinhoney.com/casket to get PayPal Honey for free.Sign up for our Patreon to support what we do!https://www.patreon.com/iilluminaughtiiWelcome to the Corporate Casket, a weekly series where bad businesses go to die. Dubai is known for its incredible feats of architecture. However, in the early 2000s, it was responsible for one of the largest architectural failures in terms of cost, environmental impact, and failure to come to fruition. The artificial islands were meant to awe and inspire visitors. Instead, they crumbled, changed the nature of currents, and to this day are nothing more than expensive sand dunes.Connect With Me: https://linktr.ee/iilluminaughtii’Sources: https://justpaste.it/b2vl4Writers/Researchers/Helpers:Ali Z-BThis episode was edited and mixed by:G. Thomas CraigAlbum cover art created by:Betsy PrimesIntro Song Credits:Trauma- Will Van De CrommertOutro Song Credits:Electronica Punch- Oleksandr Koltsov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 3, 2023 • 34min
Kenneth Copeland is a Real-Life Supervillain | Multi Level Mondays
Thanks to ShipStation for sponsoring the show! Go to https://www.shipstation.com/mlmSign up for our Patreon to support what we do!https://www.patreon.com/iilluminaughtiiWelcome to Multi Level Mondays, a weekly series all about multi level marketing, pyramid schemes, and ponzi schemes.Kenneth Copeland is one of the most scandalous, controversial televangelists. Not only does he completely fly off the handle when criticized for his faith-healing and wealth-hoarding behaviors, but he truly comes across as a real-life supervillain. Today, we’ll look at one of the most loathed pastors and see why the hatred against him is justified—and then some.Connect With Me: https://linktr.ee/iilluminaughtii’Sources: https://justpaste.it/cl7vaWriters/Researchers/Helpers:Ali Z-BThis episode was edited and mixed by:G. Thomas CraigAlbum cover art created by:Betsy PrimesIntro Song Credits:Last to Fall- Will Van De CrommertOutro Song Credits:Sacred and Profane- Nicholas Rowe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 28, 2023 • 32min
The Dark Side of Fun: Amusement Parks | Corporate Casket
Go to http://joinhoney.com/casket to get PayPal Honey for free.Sign up for our Patreon to support what we do!https://www.patreon.com/iilluminaughtiiWelcome to the Corporate Casket, a weekly series where bad businesses go to die. Amusement parks are, and have long been, the epitome of fun for millions of people worldwide. But behind the bright lights and laughter lurks a hidden dark side. From racist and sexist attractions to neglectful safety practices, amusement parks are not only problematic but potentially deadly.Connect With Me: https://linktr.ee/iilluminaughtii’Sources: https://justpaste.it/bq9ayWriters/Researchers/Helpers:Nathan SmithThis episode was edited and mixed by:G. Thomas CraigAlbum cover art created by:Betsy PrimesIntro Song Credits:Trauma- Will Van De CrommertOutro Song Credits:Electronica Punch- Oleksandr Koltsov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 26, 2023 • 32min
Gaia: The Netflix of Conspiracy Theories | Dark Dives
Sign up for our Patreon to support what we do!https://www.patreon.com/iilluminaughtiiWelcome to Dark Dives, a new series where we explore the murky and devious depths of humanity.Today, we’re talking about Gaia; that ridiculous conspiracy site that talks about everything from lizard people to aliens to spirits and featured Demi Lovato. While the paranormal can be fun, Gaia takes it to dangerous levels. Their so-called conspiracies are supposedly disguises and covers for racism.Connect With Me: https://linktr.ee/iilluminaughtii’Sources: https://justpaste.it/cdcmqWriters/Researchers/Helpers:Ali Z-BThis episode was edited and mixed by:G. Thomas CraigAlbum cover art created by:Betsy PrimesIntro Song Credits:Last to Fall- Will Van De CrommertOutro Song Credits:Sacred and Profane- Nicholas Rowe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 22, 2023 • 29min
Be Careful What You Wish For | Corporate Casket
Sign up for our Patreon to support what we do!https://www.patreon.com/iilluminaughtiiWelcome to the Corporate Casket, a weekly series where bad businesses go to die. Wish is effectively the ‘reality’ side in the online versus reality meme. Their cheap quality and cheap prices often result in low-quality products but, when you only pay a few dollars, who can complain, right? Unfortunately, quality isn’t the online issue at Wish; there are other dangers lurking behind this cheap, fast fashion.Connect With Me: https://linktr.ee/iilluminaughtii’Sources: https://justpaste.it/40339Writers/Researchers/Helpers:Ali Z-BThis episode was edited and mixed by:G. Thomas CraigAlbum cover art created by:Betsy PrimesIntro Song Credits:Trauma- Will Van De CrommertOutro Song Credits:Electronica Punch- Oleksandr Koltsov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 19, 2023 • 32min
Greg Locke’s Church of Money | Multi Level Mondays
Go to http://dipseastories.com/mlm to get an extended 30 day free trial.Sign up for our Patreon to support what we do!https://www.patreon.com/iilluminaughtiiWelcome to Multi Level Mondays, a weekly series all about multi level marketing, pyramid schemes, and ponzi schemes.Back in the early 2000s, Greg Locke was just your run-of-the-mill pastor that participated in out-of-the-box fundraising strategies in an attempt to help the causes he felt passionate about. However, over the years, he has certainly changed. Now, Greg Locke is an outspoken, loud, and wildly controversial pastor who has hosted book burnings and made it his life mission to win his literal witch hunt. As time goes on, it just seems to be getting worse. Connect With Me: https://linktr.ee/iilluminaughtii’Sources: https://justpaste.it/2xp0nWriters/Researchers/Helpers:Ali Z-BThis episode was edited and mixed by:G. Thomas CraigAlbum cover art created by:Betsy PrimesIntro Song Credits:MLM: Last to Fall- Will Van De CrommertOutro Song Credits:MLM: Sacred and Profane- Nicholas Rowe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 14, 2023 • 28min
Detangling Olaplex's Controversies | Corporate Casket
Sign up for our Patreon to support what we do!https://www.patreon.com/iilluminaughtiiWelcome to the Corporate Casket, a weekly series where bad businesses go to die. There’s nothing better than a trip to the salon. For a while, the ultimate treatment you could ask to receive for ultimate relaxation and breathtaking hair was Olaplex. But, recently, it seems like the hair industry giant has taken quite a fall from grace. With lawsuits and infertility questions up in the air, people are beginning to ask. Is Olaplex really as good as it seemed?Connect With Me: https://linktr.ee/iilluminaughtii’Sources: https://justpaste.it/bo46dWriters/Researchers/Helpers:Ali Z-BThis episode was edited and mixed by:G. Thomas CraigAlbum cover art created by:Betsy PrimesIntro Song Credits:Trauma- Will Van De CrommertOutro Song Credits:Electronica Punch- Oleksandr Koltsov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 12, 2023 • 33min
CEDU: Synanon for Kids | Dark Dives
Go to http://expressvpn.com/darkdives to get an extra 3 months free.Sign up for our Patreon to support what we do!https://www.patreon.com/iilluminaughtiiWelcome to Dark Dives, a new series where we explore the murky and devious depths of humanity.Synanon was a horrific cult that used confrontational and abusive tactics to supposedly heal people from addiction. Now imagine if it was for teens, and you’ve got CEDU. Not only does the company admit to being inspired by such an abusive group, but they’ve followed in its footsteps.Connect With Me: https://linktr.ee/iilluminaughtii’Sources: https://justpaste.it/claprWriters/Researchers/Helpers:Ali Z-BThis episode was edited and mixed by:G. Thomas CraigAlbum cover art created by:Betsy PrimesIntro Song Credits:Last to Fall- Will Van De CrommertOutro Song Credits:Sacred and Profane- Nicholas Rowe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices