Nellie Bly Goes Undercover
Sep 16, 2025•29 min
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Episode description
A young reporter sets out to be admitted to a notorious New York asylum. He aim is to expose its horrors.
Stories of bold voices, with brave ideas and the courage to stand alone. Historian Alex von Tunzelmann shines a light on remarkable people from across history.
A BBC Studios production.
Producer: Elaina Boateng Written and presented by Alex von Tunzelmann Executive Producer: Paul Smith Commissioning editor for Radio 4: Rhian Roberts
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