HeartSell, Mormons, & MLMs | Ep 62

In this episode, Barbara and Demetra explore the intersection of Mormonism, crime, and multi-level marketing (MLM) schemes. They discuss the recent criminal cases involving Mormons, the psychological and social dynamics within the community, and the manipulative marketing tactics used by organizations like the LDS Church. The conversation delves into the ethics of tithing, the indoctrination of individuals within the faith, and the broader implications of these practices on personal choices and family dynamics.

Chapters
00:00 Exploring Mormonism and Crime
02:22 The Dark Side of MLMs
04:36 Extreme Beliefs and Child Abuse
06:48 The Cult-like Nature of Mormonism
08:38 Weaponizing Filmmaking and Emotional Manipulation
13:05 Exploring Religious Flexibility and Community Dynamics
14:01 The Role of Bonneville Communications in Mormon Culture
15:16 Indoctrination and the Art of Persuasion
17:42 The Manipulative Nature of Tithing and Financial Control
20:15 The Illusion of Specialness in Religious Beliefs
21:38 Sales Tactics in Religious Recruitment
24:02 The Ethics of Selling Religion
26:25 Concluding Thoughts on Religion and Manipulation

This YouTube video is the episode of Mark Vicente's podcast that we've referenced. You can also find the audio only version on any podcast platform by searching for "Mark Vicente" or the episode title "Weaponizing Filmmaking":

https://youtu.be/UQFHXSvBS6s?si=ZgimPXCnZevF-zwF

This is the description on Bonneville Communications' website of it's trademarked marketing package called "HeartSell"

http://dlcphoto.com/Temp/HeartSell-Bonneville%20International.html

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