#486 The Many Intrigues of Eliza Jumel

About this episode

This episode explores the life and controversies surrounding Eliza Jumel, a wealthy woman in early 19th century New York City.

Eliza Jumel was one of the richest women in New York City in the early 19th century. And after she passed, the subject of vicious rumors.

People in this episode

Hosts: Tom Meyers, Greg Young

Topics covered

• 19th century New York
• wealth
• rumors
• women in history
• Eliza Jumel

Keywords

• Eliza Jumel
• New York City
• 19th century
• wealthy women
• historical rumors

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