The Compendium: An Assembly of Fascinating Things

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


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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.

We give you just The Compendium, but if you want more, here are our resources:

  • 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
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    • About: Kyle and Adam are more than just your hosts, they’re your close friends sharing intriguing stories from tales from the darker corners of true crime, the annals of your forgotten history books, and the who's who of incredible people.
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