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True Crime: The Court of Public Opinion - Mad or Bad? - Elizabeth Holmes Mad or Bad?
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True Crime: The Court of Public Opinion - Mad or Bad? - Elizabeth Holmes Mad or Bad?
Elizabeth Holmes, the once-celebrated founder of Theranos, promised to revolutionize healthcare with a single drop of blood. Her ambitious vision led to a billion-dollar company and high-profile investors. But when Theranos’ technology proved unreliable, the story took a dark turn. In this episode, we delve into the evidence, court rulings, and arguments on both sides. Was Holmes a well-intentioned visionary caught up in her own idealism, or a skilled manipulator who knowingly deceived millions? Listen closely, and by the end, decide for yourself in the court of public opinion: Elizabeth Holmes—Mad or Bad?
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Elizabeth Holmes, the once-celebrated founder of Theranos, promised to revolutionize healthcare with a single drop of blood. Her ambitious vision led to a billion-dollar company and high-profile investors. But when Theranos’ technology proved unreliable, the story took a dark turn. In this episode, we delve into the evidence, court rulings, and arguments on both sides. Was Holmes a well-intentioned visionary caught up in her own idealism, or a skilled manipulator who knowingly deceived millions? Listen closely, and by the end, decide for yourself in the court of public opinion: Elizabeth Holmes—Mad or Bad?
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-actual-investigate-explain-clarify--6292057/support.
THE ACTUAL | Investigate. Explain. Clarify.
Investigating the facts behind the stories and trends shaping our world.
Subscribe to the The Actual Podcast