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EPISODE · Sep 9, 2025 · 38 MIN

Sick of the Lies

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What happens when sickness becomes a scam? Waywut dives into fake cancer cures, medical fraud, and the disturbing world of Munchausen lies.What happens when sickness becomes a con? In this episode of Waywut, Darrell and Jason explore the shocking world of Munchausen lies — from fake cancer cures to mothers who put their children in danger for sympathy, attention, and money.Highlights include:Belle Gibson, the influencer who faked brain cancer and cashed inEllen Roop Jones, a Texas nurse who poisoned her own daughter for donationsLacey Spears, the mommy blogger whose lies turned deadlyGypsy Rose Blanchard, trapped in one of the most infamous cases of Munchausen by proxyFrom phony sick days to criminal fraud, this episode pulls back the curtain on just how far people will go when they’re sick of the lies.

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