Theranos whistleblower claims documentary downplayed Elizabeth Holmes' alleged deceptions

A former Theranos employee, Tyler Shultz, told host Meghan McCain that the documentary "You Can See Everything" deliberately omitted evidence of Elizabeth Holmes' alleged pattern of deception to create a more compelling narrative. Shultz said the film’s central question – whether Holmes is a liar – was softened, noting that a broader factual examination would have easily demonstrated her history of intentional deception.

"It would not have been an interesting film if he just took her to the slaughterhouse, which would have been easy to do," Shultz said.

Shultz argued that Holmes’ claim that the company’s device could run any test was misleading, stating the prototype was never completed, never used on patients, and produced inaccurate results. He added that the technology was rolled out before it was ready to give investors the impression of a functional product.

McCain expressed concern that the documentary portrayed Holmes more sympathetically than she felt was appropriate, citing the use of Holmes’ children and breastfeeding scenes. She also suggested that Holmes and her husband, Billy Evans, appeared to be seeking a presidential pardon.

Shultz warned that the documentary could become many viewers’ primary exposure to the Theranos story, potentially fostering sympathy for Holmes and a misunderstanding of the case’s seriousness.