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Thicker than Water

By: Tyler Shultz
Narrated by: Tyler Shultz
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From the hero whistleblower of the infamous Theranos scam, Thicker than Water is a look at never-before-revealed details behind closed doors at the company, revealing a cautionary tale of corporate bullying, gaslighting, ego, and wealth running amok in Silicon Valley.

Tyler Shultz had been in the workforce for less than a year when he emailed Elizabeth Holmes, his employer and the CEO and founder of Theranos, with concerns that the company’s lab practices were faulty, ignored quality control, and were potentially dangerous to patients. The COO fired back with a dismissive and insulting email, to which Tyler replied: “Consider this my two weeks’ notice.”

From there, his life spun out of control at the hand of Elizabeth, her team of high-powered lawyers, and the patriarch of Tyler’s own family George Shultz - one of America’s most prominent statesmen - who sat among the top of the Theranos board of directors. And yet, Tyler forged on. To protect his own conscience, the honor and reputation of his grandfather, and the health of patients worldwide.

Thicker than Water is Tyler’s as-told-to story - a harrowing and heartbreaking roller coaster of biomedical drama, family intrigue, and redemption - that will ultimately make you feel as though you are at a dinner party, seated next to a brilliant friend with one hell of a story.

Selected audio clips are courtesy of Bloomberg.

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If you’re interested in the disaster that is Theranos this is a must listen. Really enjoyed it and Felt empathy for Tyler throughout especially in relation to his grandfather.

Great listen

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An excellent follow-on from Bad Blood, this is well worth a listen. It's short, punchy and captivating. I finished it almost in one listening

Captivating story

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An inspiring, honest and thoughtful story. I have so much respect for Tyler, his family and friends.

Excellent

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A personal story and a fascinating insight into the unravelling of Theranos. Well told, an inspiring hero.

Enthralling

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Most enjoyed the short chuckles of Tyler throughout:)
Credits for anyone prepared to be truthful! Hope he has a fulfilled future. thankyou!

enjoyed truth!

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