The House Red
History is stranger than fiction---and we're here to prove it. Welcome to The House Red, the podcast where we uncork the wildest, weirdest, and most unbelievable true stories from history. From bizarre plagues to daring heists, twisted scandals to forgotten legends, we dive into the past's juiciest tales with a twist of dark humor and a splash of intrigue. So pour yourself a glass and get ready---because history has never been this intoxicating.
The House Red
Nellie Bly: Madness Manufactured
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In 1887, journalist Nellie Bly faked insanity to get committed to Blackwell's Island Insane Asylum- and uncovered horrors that shocked the nation. In this episode of The House Red, we dive into her fearless investigation, the brutal conditions she exposed, and how one woman's courage redefined investigative journalism.