Strange Country Ep. 235: Holiday Magic Cosmetics
Aug 4, 2022
William Penn Patrick founded Holiday Magic Cosmetics in 1964. The defunct company is mainly known by law students learning about pyramid schemes. Strange Country co-hosts Beth and Kelly talk about this company and its bizarre management style which could involve eating turds.
Theme music: Big White Lie by A Cast of Thousands
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