#3 Norma Jeane: Discovering Truths
An episode of the Marilyn: Behind the Icon podcast, hosted by Gary Vitacco-Robles, Nina Boski and Randall Libero, titled "#3 Norma Jeane: Discovering Truths" was published on May 6, 2020 and runs 24 minutes.
May 6, 2020 ·24m · Marilyn: Behind the Icon
Summary
An investigation into Monroe’s negative childhood memories through the dramatization of her psychotherapy sessions with Dr. Ralph Greenson, including an evaluation of Monroe’s treatment options during her era.
Episode Description
The series producers, Nina, Randall, and Gary investigate Monroe’s negative childhood memories and explain their use of creative license to dramatize factual events in her life. They discuss the episode’s depiction of Monroe’s psychotherapy sessions with Dr. Ralph Greenson as a window into viewing her family history of mental illness and other serious personal challenges. Gary responds to questions about the limits of Monroe’s treatment options in the late 1950s and early 1960s compared to today’s effective interventions.
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