We’ve all got that friend or cousin who steadily hawks some overpriced miracle drink, leggings, or shampoo on social media. They aren’t just trying to sell you something, but would like to offer you the opportunity of a lifetime to achieve riches while working from home on your own terms. You’ve probably been too afraid, or too loving, or too reasonable to confront them. Not us. This season on The Dream we go inside the world of multi-level marketing to expose this pyramid-shaped business model for what it is. Join us on this bizarre journey filled with snake oil salesmen, shifty millionaires, struggling single moms, and a few sweet grandmas.

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There’s nothing as intoxicating as piles of money, unless the Feds are watching you count it.

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When opportunity knocks, open the front door.

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The fortune you seek can be yours for just $169 down.

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If you dream it, you can (probably?) achieve it.

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Friends are the family you choose to add to your downline.

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Be careful what you wish for, unless it's debt.

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What’s holding you back from reaching your full potential?

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