Profit over Patients: The Dark Side of Big Pharma | Lisa Pratta

Jul 15, 2025

In this eye-opening episode of Free Thinking with Montel, we sit down with Lisa Pratta, a former top pharmaceutical sales rep turned whistleblower, to discuss her explosive new book, False Claims: One Insider's Impossible Battle Against Big Pharma Corruption. Lisa’s story is one of courage, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to exposing the truth. For over three decades, Lisa thrived in the pharmaceutical industry, breaking barriers as a woman in a male-dominated field. But behind the glossy corporate facade, she uncovered a world of fraud, sexual harassment, and greed. Her journey took a dramatic turn when she discovered illegal practices including Medicare fraud and the unethical marketing of a drug meant to help MS patients. Torn between her morals and the need to provide for her special-needs son, Lisa made the life-altering decision to go undercover as a whistleblower for nearly a decade. Montel and Lisa dive deep into the systemic corruption of Big Pharma, the personal toll of whistleblowing, and the devastating impact of profit-driven decisions on patients. With Montel’s personal connection to MS, this conversation is both powerful and deeply personal, shedding light on the urgent need for accountability in the healthcare system. Tune in to hear Lisa’s incredible story of bravery, the challenges she faced, and her fight to make a difference for patients everywhere. False Claims is more than a book—it’s a call to action for a better, more ethical healthcare system.

Don’t miss this compelling episode. And be sure to grab a copy of Lisa’s book, False Claims, available June 3rd through William Morrow.