At the dawn of the social media era, Belle Gibson became a pioneering wellness influencer - telling the world how she beat cancer with an alternative diet. Her bestselling cookbook and online app provided her success, respect, and a connection to the cancer-battling influencer she admired the most. But a curious journalist with a sick wife began asking questions that even those closest to Belle began to wonder. Was the online star faking her cancer and fooling the world? Kaitlyn Dever stars in the Netflix hit series Apple Cider Vinegar . Inspired by true events, the dramatized story follows Belle’s journey from self-styled wellness thought leader to disgraced con artist. It also explores themes of hope and acceptance - and how far we’ll go to maintain it. In this episode of You Can't Make This Up, host Rebecca Lavoie interviews executive producer Samantha Strauss. SPOILER ALERT! If you haven't watched Apple Cider Vinegar yet, make sure to add it to your watch-list before listening on. Listen to more from Netflix Podcasts .…
A not-quite-weekly podcast featuring news and discussion on Russian politics, culture, and society. Hosted by journalists Matt Bodner, Alexey Kovalev, and Dasha Litvinova.
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We made it to episode four! This week is all about elections (sigh). Join us for a discussion on Russian socialite Ksenia Sobchak's presidential bid, and a fascinating Q&A with Andrey Zakharov, one of the Russian reporters behind a massive investigation into Russian efforts to influence the U.S. presidential election in 2016.…
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Join us for a special emergency session of the EHM BS debunking council as we break-down Alexey Kovalev's investigation into one of the most hilarious Russian media hoaxes in years: a New York cantina serving a 68 ounce burger called the Putinburger in honor of President Vladimir Putin's 65th birthday. Also the debut of our rocking new theme song Z…
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Your favorite Russia podcast is back! This week, we introduce a new host, journalist Dasha Litvinova, who has replaced Kevin Rothrock on the show. Join us for a discussion on the great info war (again), lessons from George Kennan, sexist Russian airlines, and 30 minutes of Steven Seagal analysis with Financial Times correspondent Max Seddon.…
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