About this episode
This episode explores the life and impact of Nellie Bly, a pioneering journalist known for her investigative work in the late 19th century.
Nellie Bly was a whirlwind in a new form of journalism - Stunt Girl Journalism! At 23 years old she spent 10 days in the Women's Lunatic Asylum on Blackwell's Island, exposing the mistreatment of the marginilised in these institutions and sparking reform. Her investigative journalism would take her around the world and even to the Eastern Front during the Great War, but tht's only part of her story. Hosted by Katie Charlwood Donate at : Patreon Tip Jar Beacons (at the bottom of the page) Follow me on… Instagram TikTok Facebook Bluesky Fan Mail: Katie Charlwood C/O The Postal Store Unit 11A Forte Retail Park Letterkenny Co. Donegal Ireland F92 DY22 Business Enquiries: katie@whodidwhatnowpod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
People in this episode
Host: Katie Charlwood
Topics covered
- journalism
- investigative reporting
- women's rights
- mental health
- historical reform
Keywords
- Nellie Bly
- journalism
- Women's Lunatic Asylum
- investigative journalism
- Great War
Mentioned in this episode
Places: Blackwell's Island, Ireland
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