Cory Perry on MLMs: The Hidden Dangers and Sobriety Parallels
I actually have not been in an mlm- don't really know anyone who has like a tragic story with one- but was just surfing youtube One Day and found a video and it opened my eyes to how horrible these companies are.
Ever wondered how multi-level marketing (MLM) schemes can mess with your mind? In this eye-opening episode of 'On the Emmis', the hosts sit down with Cory Perry, famously known as the Anti-MLM Girl. Cory dives into her journey from being duped by MLMs to becoming a fierce advocate against them, all thanks to YouTube's educational rabbit holes.
She sheds light on the eerie similarities between MLMs and Bob Meehan's Enthusiastic Sobriety programs, making you question how these schemes operate under the guise of 'helping' people. The conversation takes a deeper turn as they explore Steve Hassan's BITE model, a framework that explains how cults and coercive groups control behavior, information, thoughts, and emotions.
Cory and the hosts discuss how this model applies not just to MLMs but also to Enthusiastic Sobriety programs, revealing the psychological traps set by both. If you've ever been curious about the mental toll of MLMs or the dark side of sobriety programs, this episode is a must-listen. Cory's candid storytelling and the hosts' dark humor make for an engaging yet informative discussion.
You'll leave with a better understanding of why anti-MLM activism is crucial and how you can support efforts to combat these manipulative practices. Tune in and get ready for some hard-hitting truths.