Theranos
Mentioned in 10 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
A blood-testing startup known for exemplifying techno-solutionism by claiming to solve medical problems technology could not actually solve. The company became the subject of a major biotech fraud case involving founder Elizabeth Holmes, who was convicted and imprisoned at a minimum-security federal prison camp. The case is frequently cited in podcasts as a notable example of corporate fraud, often compared to other high-profile deception cases.
Mentioned On
Episode Mentions
On with Kara Swisher · Apr 13, 2026
Inside the Wellness Boom: Separating Scams From Science
“Elizabeth Holmes' blood-testing company discussed as cautionary tale of overpromised technology and fraud”
#SistersInLaw · Apr 1, 2026
291: More Big Buts
“Referenced as corporate crime case where executive Elizabeth Holmes faced criminal prosecution and jail time”
Hidden Brain · Mar 9, 2026
Yuck! The Science of Disgust
“Cited as prime example of prioritizing vision (poetry) over execution (plumbing), leading to fraud and founder imprisonment”
Masters in Business · Feb 20, 2026
How AI Could Freeze Progress with Hilary Allen
“Blood-testing startup that exemplifies techno-solutionism; claimed to solve medical problems technology could not actually solve”
The Tara Palmeri Show · Feb 9, 2026
Ghislaine Maxwell Testified Before Congress — and Lawmakers Reviewed Unredacted Epstein Files
“Founder Elizabeth Holmes housed at same minimum-security federal prison camp as Ghislaine Maxwell”
Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard · Jan 28, 2026
Ellen Huet (on wellness cults)
“Ellen covered as investigative reporter; example of founder deception and fraud in VC-backed startup ecosystem”
Scamfluencers · Jan 19, 2026
Charlie Javice: Fake It Til You Make It | 197
“Elizabeth Holmes' biotech fraud case cited as parallel to Charlie's fraud; Holmes spent $30M on legal defense”
All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg · Jan 8, 2026
Why AI will dwarf every tech revolution before it: robots, manufacturing, AR glasses from CES 2026
The Learning Leader Show With Ryan Hawk · Oct 12, 2025
657: Helen Lewis - Why Genius Is a Myth, Edison Needed Teams, Self-Promoters Are Overrated, Conspiracy Theories, Shakespeare Needed Luck, and How To Build an Excellent Career
“Elizabeth Holmes' blood testing startup cited as example of exploiting 'genius' narrative template despite product failure.”
How I Invest with David Weisburd · Jul 30, 2025