Fed Up

Wondery

When Emily Gellis hears rumors of people suffering horrible side effects from a trendy diet she springs into action. Armed with over a hundred thousand Instagram followers, Emily launches a social media crusade to expose F-Factor and its founder, Tanya Zuckerbrot. It’s the start of a feud that will attract trolls, lawyers, and, eventually, national media all because of fiber. From Wondery, this is a story about wealth, wellness, and influence narrated by Casey Wilson.

You can binge all episodes of Fed Up exclusively and ad-free on Wondery+. Find Wondery+ in the Wondery App or on Apple Podcasts.

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Every so often, a weight-loss trend brings masses of people onboard in what seems like an instant. Fed Up is a podcast that tells the story of one of these diet fads. It covers the F-Factor diet and all the mayhem that came with it. More specifically, it covers the infamous F-Factor lawsuit from Emily Gellis. Narrated by Casey Wilson, this podcast starts with outrage and escalates quickly from there. Listeners can follow along as the story unfolds.

F-Factor is a controversial diet that's generated a lot of polarizing opinions. The diet, invented by Tanya Zuckerbrot, claims that fiber is a "miracle carb." It quickly gained popularity among people seeking to lose weight and get in shape. While the idea might seem harmless, it wasn't long before people reported side effects from the diet. Some of their stories, which listeners will hear about on the podcast, were graphic and described severe issues. That's when influencer Gellis became aware of the potential problem. After research, she knew what she had to do.

Emily decided to take on F-Factor. The Internet trolls swarmed in full force. Soon, the feud became a national spectacle. Tanya Zuckerbrot even initiated a lawsuit against Emily Gellis, suing her for defamation. The true meaning of health is an ongoing conversation in the podcast. It's a convoluted tale that is sure to captivate audiences and shift perspectives.

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Introducing: Fed Up

Introducing: Fed Up

When Emily Gellis hears rumors of people suffering horrible side effects from a trendy diet she springs into action. Armed with over a hundred thousand Instagram followers, Emily launches a social media crusade to expose F-Factor and its founder, Tanya Zuckerbrot. It’s the start of a feud that will attract trolls, lawyers, and, eventually, national media all because of fiber. From Wondery, this is a story about wealth, wellness, and influence hosted by Casey Wilson.You can binge all episodes of Fed Up exclusively and ad-free on Wondery+. Find Wondery+ in the Wondery App or on Apple Podcasts.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Introducing: Fed Up

Introducing: Fed Up

When Emily Gellis hears rumors of people suffering horrible side effects from a trendy diet she springs into action. Armed with over a hundred thousand Instagram followers, Emily launches a social media crusade to expose F-Factor and its founder, Tanya Zuckerbrot. It’s the start of a feud that will attract trolls, lawyers, and, eventually, national media all because of fiber. From Wondery, this is a story about wealth, wellness, and influence hosted by Casey Wilson.You can binge all episodes of Fed Up exclusively and ad-free on Wondery+. Find Wondery+ in the Wondery App or on Apple Podcasts.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Fear and Bloating in New York City | 1

Fear and Bloating in New York City | 1

A chance encounter between two influencers at an upscale New York restaurant leads to a dramatic internet feud that all starts with…fiber?If you, or someone you know, is struggling with your relationship with food, please know you are not alone. There are free confidential helplines with people waiting to help. In the US you can call or text the National Eating Disorder Association at 1-800 -931-2237.Listen to new episodes 1 week early and to all episodes ad free with Wondery+. Join Wondery+ for exclusives, binges, early access, and ad free listening.Please support us by supporting our sponsors!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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What to Listen to Next - Business Wars: Diet Wars

Business Wars: Diet Wars- Sophisticated photoshopping has helped promote distorted body ideals. But there’s also a growing awareness that “diet culture” is a toxic force. In Business Wars latest Wondery+ exclusive series, the lucrative weight loss industry is alive and well, and despite the pushback, it’s even growing. And the established players - Jenny Craig, NutriSystem, and Weight Watchers will have to contend with new Silicon Valley upstarts. Subscribe to Wondery Plus to listen to the entire “Diet Wars” season from Business Wars right now.

Where to find Episodes 2-7 of Fed Up

Where to find Episodes 2-7 of Fed Up

In the first episode of Fed Up, you heard about the humble beginnings of a bitter feud that grew so contentious, it eventually made national headlines. But it all started during a fateful brunch at an upscale New York City restaurant. Who knew that a chance encounter between two influencers, and a discussion about fiber, would lead to lawsuits, media attention, and even death threats?If you want to hear the rest of Fed Up, you can binge all seven episodes exclusively on Wondery Plus .On Wondery Plus, you can listen to all your favorite podcasts early and ad-free. With a library featuring over 50 #1 Apple Podcast hits and 45,000 binge worthy episodes, there’s something for everyone.Join Wondery Plus in the Wondery app or an Apple Podcasts.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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