The Dropout 1x4 May 2026

In episode 4 of The Dropout , titled "Old White Men," Elizabeth Holmes accelerates Theranos's corporate growth by manipulating Walgreens executives into a partnership despite a non-functional Edison machine. The episode highlights increasing internal dissent from skeptical staff, including Ian Gibbons, while showcasing Holmes's strategic adoption of a calculated persona to secure investments. Read the full recap at Vulture .