Ep. 16: Nellie Bly's Disturbing Revelations from Blackwell's Island

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Hang on tight for an emotional roller coaster as we journey through the extraordinary life of Nellie Bly. We're about to embark on an exploration of her daring feat in the late 1800s. Posing as an insane woman, she secured admission into the Women's Lunatic Asylum on Blackwell's Island, only to expose its horrifying conditions and the shocking maltreatment of its patients. The turmoil she underwent, the unthinkable stories she uncovered, and the public reaction to her revelations—you're going to hear it all.
As we delve deeper into the deplorable conditions within the asylum, your heart will wrench hearing about the physical torment, emotional abuse, and the sheer plight of the patients. Nellie Bly’s personal accounts, coupled with interviews, will paint a picture so vivid it will leave you disturbed, yet inspired by her courage. Get ready to experience a side of history that's as shocking as it is inspiring, because Nellie Bly’s journey is one you won't forget.

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Wicked Wanderings is hosted by Hannah Fitzpatrick and Jess Goonan. It is produced and edited by Rob Fitzpatrick. Music by Sascha Ende. Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Lic.