Minerva: The Handcuff Queen
About this episode
The episode explores the life of Minerva, a pioneering escapologist who had a notable rivalry with Harry Houdini.
This pioneering escapologist captivated audiences in her brief but brilliant time under the Vaudeville lights. She aroused Harry Houdini’s ire when she stole his signature trick. Did he retaliate by trying to blind her?
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