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This is on point. I'm Megna Chakrabardi.

Today, we're going to tell you the story of how a legal business model, called multi-level

marketing, can turn into a pyramid scheme.

And when that pyramid scheme goes online, how it can become a seductive force for spreading

lies, disinformation, and even conspiracy theories.

My name is Jessica Hickson.

I am 30 years old.

I currently live in St. Louis area, and I was a part of It Works for five years.

Hey, guys.

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