Sage presents the fascinating life of Nellie Bly, a groundbreaking journalist and all around baddie. Maeve and Sage discuss the contradictions around working women both historically and in the present day, including the "trad wife" fantasy. They delve into the dark past of insane asylums, where Bly famously became embedded as a reporter, as well as the continuing insidious practice of silencing women by calling them "crazy.". Lastly, just how many trunks would she need to travel around the world in 80 days?
Jan 23 202656 min