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 .…
Join me as I bet with God and do the things that scare me!
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Today I was immediately invited to leave a restaurant! Afterwards, I peddled my nephew's dark crayon art, checked in on the Metropolitan Playhouse, and was offered a sausage by Alex the Russian. I was also offered a punch in the face :) This episode begs the question, is this legal? Please enjoy!music by Danny Lubin-Laden…
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Today I practiced some alternative languages, bought my stubbornly nameless buddies some Lagunitas, and discussed Allen Funt's work. Get in up to your neck in this one, its warm in here!Von Steve Girard
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Back in NYC where I am king! I TRIED to see some movies for free, took the temperature of a date, and taught Africans and Italians alike that smoking is unhealthy and wearing a helmet isn't. Oh, I also practiced being the waiter I've always aspired to be... Listen to my dreams stay untrue!music by Nelson Reynolds…
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This is the dumbest episode yet. I went down to Florida and didn't pack my wits. I mostly say "Good morning" like a pirate and ask which way to go. I met the world's most interesting air-conditioning repairman at the very end. Enjoy, I'm rooting for you!intro + outro music by Nelson ReynoldsVon Steve Girard
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My particular friend Paul and I took a short jaunt through Central Park. I got directions from the map lady, discussed God, and Paul asked to speak to the manager. Join us!Von Steve Girard
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Today I was joined by my friend Paul. Paul is considering piano lessons, and he enjoys his coffee with cream. I mostly had to use the bathroom. Stick in the buds and hit that triangle!Von Steve Girard
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