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Little Bosses Everywhere

How the Pyramid Scheme Shaped America
Book • 2025
Bridget Read's "Little Bosses Everywhere" delves into the history of pyramid schemes in America, revealing their insidious impact on society.

The book traces the evolution of multi-level marketing (MLM) from its origins in the mid-20th century to its current online presence.

Read exposes the manipulative tactics employed by MLM companies, highlighting their exploitation of individuals' financial vulnerabilities and aspirations.

The narrative explores the intersection of MLM with various social and political trends, demonstrating how these schemes have shaped American culture and economy.

Ultimately, the book serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of unchecked capitalism and the enduring allure of get-rich-quick schemes.

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Mentioned in 12 episodes

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Adam Conover
as a fascinating book about multi-level marketing schemes in America and pyramid schemes.
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Chuck Marohn
as a book about how pyramid schemes shaped America.
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Jathan Sadowski
as being about how pyramid schemes shaped America.
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David Dayen
as a terrific little book about how pyramid schemes shaped America.
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Ravi Gupta
as Bridget Reed's book about multi-level marketing schemes.
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Mentioned on the podcast Hysteria, about how pyramid schemes took over America.
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Dax Shepard
as the guest’s new book that discusses multi-level marketing and pyramid schemes in America.
Bridget Read (on multilevel marketing)
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Gunnar Harrius
som en bok skriven av Bridget Reed, tillgänglig i välsorterade nätbokhandlar.
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Moira Donegan
as a history of MLM in the U.S. that unlocks ambition, gender, and money.
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Sarah Edmondson
when she recommends to invite Bridget Reed, who wrote 'Little Bosses Everywhere', to the podcast.
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