Topic: Jim Holmes

2 chapters across the catalog

Chuck Hole
Episode 1043 45:48 - 57:02

1043: Chuck Hole

Elizabeth Holmes and the Theranos Fraud Indictment

Elizabeth Holmes and Ramesh "Sunny" Balwani face federal indictments on multiple counts of wire fraud related to the collapse of Theranos. The discussion highlights Holmes's cultivation of a "fake baritone" voice and her imitation of Steve Jobs's persona to deceive investors. Clips from Jim Cramer's "Mad Money" illustrate the media's initial role in hyping the fraudulent blood-testing technology.

Muslim Hugger
Episode 428 12:50 - 14:15

428: Muslim Hugger

ABC News Tea Party Retraction, Mental Health Narrative

ABC News correspondent Brian Ross faced criticism for incorrectly suggesting a link between the Aurora shooter and the Tea Party based on a similarly named individual on a website. The report was later retracted. Additionally, media narratives regarding the decline of mental health services and the suspect's physical appearance, specifically his red hair, are examined.