Belle Gibson, Apple Cider Vinegar, Influencers and Grifters

On episode 305 we discuss "illness influencer" Belle Gibson and the TV series Apple Cider Vinegar (Netflix). We also cover broader themes of "conspirituality" (drawing on Naomi Klein's book Doppelganger: A Trip into the Mirror World), evidence-based versus non-evidence-based medicine, influencers and grifters. Additional links/sources covered: The Search for Instagram's Worst Con Artist (documentary on Netflix). Maintenance Phase podcast episode "Illness Influencer" Belle Gibson (we took that illness influencer phrase above from this!): You can hear the two of us discuss similar issues (but make different points) on the Freedom of Species show Vegans For Trump? Conspirituality in the Vegan Movement: If you'd like to support our show, we appreciate any ratings/reviews on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or whatever app you listen to our show on – thanks! Clips: The Adventures of Lano & Woodley: Season 1, Episode 1 – The Girlfriend. Intro music: Embrace by ItsWatR: Outro music: The Blackest Bouquet by Leonell Cassio: Both of the above songs are free to use with credit. For more in-depth show notes, including additional links, go to:

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Belle Gibson, Apple Cider Vinegar, Influencers and Grifters is an episode from Progressive Podcast Australia by Nick and Katie.

This episode is 59:44 long.

This episode was published on Feb 23, 2025.

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