PODCAST · society
Life After MLM
by Roberta Blevins
True stories and conversations with survivors, advocates and experts on the insidiousness of cults, frauds, scams and pyramid schemes. Through compassionate and educational informal chats, we work to end the stigma of "failure", in an machine systematically designed for you to fail. Hosted by Roberta Blevins, star of LuLaRich. Life After MLM is a part of True Native Media. Visit https://truenativemedia.com for more.
Episodes
-
Episode 363 : Reddit Stories - Amway
We've got an anthology of Amway stories straight off the pages of AntiMLM Reddit for you today! It felt only appropriate after our deep dive this month to see what people's experiences with Amway were like a few years ago, and what advice the comments had to offer. So I asked Julie, Michelle and...
-
Episode 362 : Amway FAQ
We're back with a fun, extra bonus episode about The American Way! We figured after all our case coverage, our listeners would be able to ACE an open book test about Amway, using their own words in their FAQ on their current website, before the Stipulated Order forces them to change anything.…
more -
Episode 361 : FTC v. Amway - Part 4
We've finally made it to the Stipulated Order against Amway portion of our case coverage, basically the ins and outs of what Amway, their LOAs and IBOs can and cannot do going forward, and the ripple effects of this order across the MLM industry. It's a hefty episode filled with lots of evidence,...
-
Episode 360 : FTC v. Amway - Part 3
We're back with the 3rd installment of our FTC v. Amway case coverage, and it is JUICY! In this episode we are diving into the allegations of falsifying sales to circumvent the FTC's 70% rule, using ghost accounts, random phone numbers, fake receipts and padding that "garage qualifying" ditto as...
-
Episode 359 : FTC v. Amway - Part 2
In Part 2 of our FTC v. Amway coverage, we tackle pin levels, ranks and what it takes to get to the top of the pyramid. From edifying your upline, to making sure you get that ditto order in on time, it's all part of this endless chain scheme we call The American Way. KAKAW! Join us all month long...
-
Episode 358 - FTC v. Amway - Part 1
Did you hear? Amway got smacked down by the FTC in a HISTORICAL decision featuring the largest MLM settlement ever at $225M. In true LAMLM fashion, we dove deep into the case to bring you all the juiciest details and even invited back a few of our former Amway guests to chat with us about this...
-
Episode 357 : Bridge Contracts - Part 2
Part 2 of our Bridge Contract series brings the piping hot tea from the archives of recent MLM Drama. I get so tired of hearing Huns claim that they've never heard of a bridge contract that I decided to dive real deep into AntiMLM Reddit and bring the receipts I could still find. You be the…
more -
Episode 356 : Bridge Contracts - Part 1
It's about time we sat down and talked about Bridge Contracts. You know, those hush-hush secret MLM recruiting bonuses Huns don't like to admit to taking. In Part 1 Mr. F and I tackle some of the more technical ins and outs of these contracts, how they work and who might be given one. We also…
more -
Episode 355 : LuLaRich - 5 Years Later
September 10th, 2026 marked the 5 year anniversary of the premiere of LuLaRich on Amazon Prime Video. In honor of this momentous occasion I reached out to some of the cast and crew to give us their 5 year life updates since baring it all for the world to see. Join us as we reminisce about the...
-
Episode 354 : Agara Life
After a much needed 7 month break, Julie Anderson is back to help me expose a new MLM on the block, Agara Life. Once I started looking to it, I found myself in some DEEP rabbit holes I did not expect, making connections to past MLMs with similar roots and even shadier histories. This episode is…
more -
Episode 353 : MLM Convention Horror Stories
Inspired by last week's episode, we're bringing you some Convention Horror stories from our personal experiences, those shared and submitted on antiMLM Reddit, and even some from our listeners too! Road trips, trinkets, sharing rooms with strangers, COVID restrictions... and what kind of MLM...
-
Episode 352 : MLM Conventions
On July 29th 2026, Mr. F and I stepped off the southmost stop of the Las Vegas Monorail and into the MGM Grand Hotel and Casino. Maybe it was the heat of Vegas or maybe we were called to this spot, but we ended up smack dab in the middle of a Paparazzi Accessories Convention. I quickly made a...
-
Episode 351 : The Rise and Fall of Longaberger
We're back with another cautionary tale of an MLM with property to sell. If you've ever been traveling down SR 16 through central Ohio, you may have seen the towering, basket shaped, i conic American novelty architecture that is the headquarters of The Longaberger Basket Company, a now defunct…
more -
Episode 350 : The Downline
Michelle is joining me today with a BIG update from our former guest, Rachel Weatherly! You may remember Rachel from her incredible Anti-MLM short films, The Hun and The Downline and the inspiration behind her creativity. She's back and she's dying to share what's next for our favorite megahun,...
-
Episode 349 : The History of Medifast
Breaking News! What is going on with Optavia? Right now, Optavia reps have descended upon Orlando, Florida for their annual convention, and this year "Big Changes" are coming to the company. But this isn't the first time this company has had to rebrand and make big promises, and that's not where...
-
Episode 348 : Is Scentsy Sinking?
A few weeks ago I received a link to an article about Scentsy selling one of their large commercial warehouses as well as Mr. F seeing it for sale on a real estate website. At first glance the article looks like a company selling off assets it's no longer using, but coupled with the issues…
more -
Episode 347 : LifeVantage
We've got a new deep dive into another Health and Wellness MLM that's breaking the rules as if they don't apply to them! This time it's LifeVantage and of course their story would be filled with a lot of wacky connections that seem unrelated and out of place. From their early start as a mineral...
-
Episode 346 : Amare Case Update
Who would have thunk it, an Amare case update already? Apparently Amare and their cronies don't think those pesky old FTC orders from the past mean they should be held in contempt for this most recent case, and I'd argue that's exactly what that means. Last episode we learned Dr. Shawn Talbott…
more -
Episode 345 : FTC v Amare
Another MLM is in hot water again with the FTC! This time it's Amare Global Holdings Inc. for alleged health and incomes claims! So Mr. F and I did what we do best when MLMs are accused of something we definitely know they did... we decided to prove it. All of the pieces of evidence presented in...
-
Episode 344 : AI - The Good, The Bad, and the Ugly - Part 2
In Part 2 of our introduction into AI, Michelle and I dive deeper into the ugliness of AI; data centers, environmental destruction, unregulated growth and AI psychosis just to name just a few. Plus we discuss Kevin O'Leary's AI MEGACENTER that has plans to be at least TWICE the size of Manhattan…
more -
Episode 343 : AI - The Good, The Bad, and the Ugly - Part 1
The rise of AI is inevitable and hard to escape, so I asked Michelle (our Triple Emerald Princess of Robots) to chat with us about the good, bad and ugly of this growing technology. From crypto pyramid schemes and data centers to advancing accessibility and innovating modern health care, AI seems...
-
Episode 342 : Wellington v, FTC
In part 2 of our Stormy Wellington coverage, we tackle the case brought against her by the FTC, and go down both the formal complaint and the stipulated order to find out EXACTLY what Stormy can and cannot do going forward. It's another long one, but we've got Mr. F to help translate the…
more -
Episode 341 : The Rise of Stormy Wellington
Coach Stormy Wellington is in trouble with the FTC, which isn't surprising if you know where she started. In part 1 of this double episode, we dive into the rise of Stormy Wellington, her traumatic backstory and long history in MLM, her failed Lifetime reality show, and her ever constant promise…
more -
Episode 340 : The Rise and Fall of Sipology
This episode started off as a bit of MLM News I was planning to mention in the next episodes housekeeping. I hadn't heard too much about Sipology, but as I started to gather information to share about it's closing, I began learning about a much more interesting story; the Rise and Fall of the...
-
Episode 339 : TronPool
While in the middle of a Patreon live chat, I was sent a link to an article on Behind MLM about an alleged AI Generated Crypto Adjacent Pyramid Scheme making the rounds. At first, I was just trying to understand how it worked and how Crypto was involved, if at all. But after days of reading blog...
-
Episode 338 : MLM Mini Dive : Vida Divina
In our travels around Southern California, Mr. F and I run into a lot of interesting places, and Ontario has been no exception! Not only is it the home of Chick Publications who make those delightful little tracts we sometimes read, but it's also home to the MLM Vida Divina, which I had never…
more -
Episode 337 : MLM Mini Dive : LifeWave
We're back from our break with a brand new Mini Dive into an MLM that's one of the most bizarre we've come across. Loaded with games and surprises, Mr. F and I dive into the MLM LifeWave, a company known for their Non-Transdermal Patches that allegedly reflect the power of light back into your…
more -
Episode 336 : MLM Mini Dive: It Works Global! & Zinzino
After hearing about the MLM merger between It Works! Global and Zinzino, I felt they both needed their own deep dive, not only into the merger, but the companies themselves as well. What I found is typical MLM 101, but a good source of information for anyone looking at the facts, legal troubles…
more -
Episode 335 : Shen Yun
You may have recently noticed a familiar blitz campaign in your neighborhood, advertising a cultural extravaganza of art, dance and music. For many years I have wanted to dive into Shen Yun and the Falun Gong cult behind it, and was inspired by recent events to finally tell their story. Since the...
-
Episode 334 : Jennie Gage Part 2
Content Warning : This episode includes mention of self harm, sexual abuse, domestic violence, white supremacy and more. Please use discretion when listening. In part 2 of Jennie's story, we discuss the intersections of religion and the results of childhood indoctrination on adult relationships,...
-
Episode 333 : Jennie Gage Part 1
Content Warning : This episode includes mention of self harm, sexual abuse, domestic violence, white supremacy and more. Please use discretion when listening. In part 1 of our conversation, Former Tradwife Jennie Gage shares her journey of a life entrenched in Mormonism; navigating the…
more -
Episode 332 : 2025 in Review!
It's the LAST episode of 2025 and we're going out with a bang! Join us as we reveal the results of our Instagram polls, share never before heard audio from the cutting room floor, enjoy behind-the-scenes ridiculousness, bloopers, and outtakes. Join us as we say goodbye to those MLMs we lost in...
-
Episode 331 : Merry Christmas!
In our special Christmas episode, we explore the story and history of the candy cane, discussing its religious symbolism, true origins, and fun facts. With an interactive candy cane tasting and candy cane trivia, come join us as we reflect on the holiday season. Grab a candy cane to enjoy, and…
more -
Episode 330 : D.A.R.E.
I think by now, most of us have seen the "D.A.R.E. was a cop pyramid scheme" video (if not, it's linked below). I got tagged so many times I felt like I needed to at least look into it; I remember going through the D.A.R.E. program in 5th grade myself, so curiosity got the best of me. What I...
-
Episode 329 : Cathy Callahan
Cathy reached out to me back in the summer to inquire about sharing a perspective that wasn't entirely "Anti-MLM". She had had an extensive and successful experience in the MLM industry, and had helped many people transition into entrepreneurship, while highlighting the lessons learned and the...
-
Episode 328 : Emmet Mathieu
Trigger Warnings - This episode contains topics such as misogyny, child abuse, and labor exploitation. Please use discretion when listening. Emmet was just a baby when his family sold all of their possessions and moved in with the local Twelve Tribes. In our chat Emmet talks about living his...
-
Episode 327 : The Yellow Deli
Trigger Warnings - This episode contains topics such as racism, misogyny, child abuse, sexual abuse, violence and exploitation. Please use discretion when listening. Mr. F and I traveled north to Vista, California to have lunch at the infamous Yellow Deli, this past October. When we returned…
more -
Episode 326 : Happy Thanksgiving!
I have been saving this Chick Tract for a Thanksgiving Bonus Episode! Grab a drink, or prep your turkey with us as we dive into the most hilariously ridiculous Chick Tract we've read so far, as we learn the "true" story of Thanksgiving from an evangelical lens. Happy Thanksgiving from us to you!...
-
Episode 325 : Jane Borden
Happy Thanksgiving! How about a bit of seasonal American history you probably didn't learn about in 2nd grade? Author of Cults Like Us, Jane Borden and I delve into the connections between cult dynamics and American culture, particularly through the lens of the Puritans and Pilgrims. Jane…
more -
Episode 324 : MLM Mini Dive : Asea
I've been wanting to talk about Asea for awhile and a recent comment on Instagram inspired me to take a closer look into the company. After a deep dive into the Asea Redox Cell Signaling Supplement rabbit hole, what I found was too good not to share and poke fun of in a bonus episode dedicated to...
-
Episode 323 : The Salem Witch Trials
Michelle is here and we are diving into the factual history behind the events of the Salem Witch Trials, starting with the now out-of-print Chick Tract that's the most historically accurate one I've ever read. In today's Culty History lesson, we discuss "spectral evidence", the impact of...
-
Episode 322 : The High Priestess of Pink - Part 2
In Part 2 of the High Priestess of Pink, Nic and I discuss the influence of figures like Dale Carnegie on the modern "MLM Mean Girl", the impact of the great wealth transfer on the corporate side of MLMs, the changing landscape of direct sales as more MLMs ditch the pyramid and go pancake and the...
-
Episode 321 : The High Priestess of Pink - Part 1
Nic is back and we're here to deep dive into the life and legacy of Mary Kay Ash, the founder of one of the oldest MLM companies. The story that is told to consultants and regurgitated over and over at events about Mary Kay's life and the founding of the company? Turns out, it's not true. Nic has...
-
Episode 320 : Haunted San Diego
Happy Halloween Huns! Come join us as we explore the earliest spooky history and most haunted locations all over San Diego. In this special Halloween episode we go on location and experience San Diego, just after the Mexican-American War; the development of present day Downtown, the history of…
more -
Episode 319 : The Death of Alene Schrader
In this episode, we delve into the tragic story of Alene Schrader, who suffered fatal medical neglect at the hands of her granddaughter, Kandise Sheahen, a registered nurse involved in the MLM Q Sciences. Our conversation with Alene's grandson, Jon Schrader and his wife Francesa, explores the...
-
Episode 318 : Mallory DeMille
Let's grab Mallory DeMille and dive into the wacky world of wellness influencers; the rise of grifters, the impact of the MAHA movement, and the absurd trends that have emerged in recent years. We discuss how wellness influencers exploit tragedies for profit, the gamification of the wellness…
more -
Bonus Episode Recap - 317 : Lillian & MVP
After he listened to the last episode, Mr. F had a lot of questions and insight about Lillian's story. We literally talked about aspects of it everyday, so much so that I said we should just sit down and record our thoughts about this MLM that isn't quite and MLM, Magical Vacation Planners. If…
more -
Episode 317 : Lillian
Meet Lillian, a former travel agent with Magical Vacation Planner, an MLM adjacent travel agency with some allegedly shady practices. We chat about MVP's commission-based payment structure, and what that meant for the reps with the challenges faced during the COVID-19 pandemic's lockdown. Our...
-
Episode 316 : "The Spookiest Place on Earth"
Happy October and welcome to the Spooky Era of our "Holiday Magic" episodes! Journey with us today on our recent trip to celebrate Abbey's birthday at Disneyland, just in time for Halloween! In this episode we share some of our favorite ghost stories, urban legends, Easter eggs and history from...
-
Episode 315 : Renee
In continuing our education into GLP-1s, our guest Renee and I discuss the complexities of the different medications, their impact on health, and the challenges faced in accessing these treatments within the U.S. healthcare system. We explore the stigma surrounding weight loss drugs, the role...
We're indexing this podcast's transcripts for the first time — this can take a minute or two. We'll show results as soon as they're ready.
No matches for "" in this podcast's transcripts.
No topics indexed yet for this podcast.
Loading reviews...
ABOUT THIS SHOW
True stories and conversations with survivors, advocates and experts on the insidiousness of cults, frauds, scams and pyramid schemes. Through compassionate and educational informal chats, we work to end the stigma of "failure", in an machine systematically designed for you to fail. Hosted by Roberta Blevins, star of LuLaRich.
Life After MLM is a part of True Native Media. Visit https://truenativemedia.com for more.
HOSTED BY
Roberta Blevins
Loading similar podcasts...
Frequently Asked Questions
How many episodes does Life After MLM have?
Life After MLM currently has 367 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
What is Life After MLM about?
True stories and conversations with survivors, advocates and experts on the insidiousness of cults, frauds, scams and pyramid schemes. Through compassionate and educational informal chats, we work to end the stigma of "failure", in an machine systematically designed for you to fail. Hosted by...
How often does Life After MLM release new episodes?
Life After MLM publishes regularly with 367 episodes available. Check the episode list for the typical release schedule.
Where can I listen to Life After MLM?
You can listen to Life After MLM on PodParley by clicking any episode. We provide an embedded audio player for direct listening, and you can also subscribe via your preferred podcast app using the RSS feed.
Who hosts Life After MLM?
Life After MLM is created and hosted by Roberta Blevins.
URL copied to clipboard!