Bell's Books and Blog April 4, 2025 -- Great Historic Hoaxes, Hustles, and Half-Truths
Update: 2025-04-04
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In this episode of the Bell's Books and Blog Podcast, Author Jane M. Bell explores the stories behind historical cons and hoaxes, starting with the infamous snake oil scam. Initially a legitimate treatment brought by Chinese immigrants, the term 'snake oil' became synonymous with fraud due to Clark Stanley's deceptive marketing tactics. Bell then shifts focus to Coca-Cola's complex history, from its beginnings as a casualty of the U.S. Civil War to becoming a global powerhouse and American icon. Finally, she examines the rise and dramatic fall of Elizabeth Holmes, a Silicon Valley entrepreneur who deceived investors with faulty health technology, emphasizing the importance of skepticism and thorough validation.
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