Belle Gibson: The Fake Cancer Survivor Who Built a Wellness Empire

In this episode of The Compendium, we tell you about the jaw-dropping true story behind Netflix’s new mini series Apple Cider Vinegar. Belle Gibson’s real-life scandal is dubbed the woman who fooled the world and shook up the entire wellness industry. She captivated millions with her supposedly holistic approach to “beating” terminal brain cancer, championing Gerson Therapy and a meticulously clean lifestyle—only for it all to unravel spectacularly.

How did a single Instagram account lead to a bestselling cookbook, a lucrative tech deal with Apple, and a devoted international following? More importantly, how did Belle manage to deceive the world for so long? Join us as we go beyond the buzz of Apple Cider Vinegar to dissect the actual rise, the staggering lies, and the ultimate downfall of one of the biggest cons in wellness history.

Resources and Further Reading

• The Woman Who Fooled The World – by Beau Donnelly & Nick Toscano
• 60 Minutes: The Belle Gibson Interview – Hosted by Tara Brown
• What we know about Belle Gibson – Elle
• Bad Influencer: The Great Insta Con - BBC
• An honest account of our experience with Belle Gibson - Cosmo

Host & Show Info

• Hosts: Kyle Risi & Adam Cox
• Intro Music: Alice in dark Wonderland

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