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The Folly Chronicles
by Valerie, Gwendolyn, William
A mother daughter podcast looking at when historical figures clash with the societal norms of their times.
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Elizabeth Packard: Incurably Insane? Part 2
In part 2 of our Elizabeth Packard tale, Gwen and Val continue to discuss the remarkable story of Elizabeth Packard. If you haven't listened to part 1, please do so!Packard, who is largely forgotten to history, was a pioneer in women and mental health advocacy and a true testament of resilience in the face of oppression.Thanks for listening!Thanks to Wendy Berry of Wendy Berry Arts for our original logo, and to Danielle of D’Lordes and their partner Siah for our theme song. Sources used:The Woman They Could Not Silence, by Kate MooreA Noble Fight, by Linda CarlisleMrs. Packard, by Emily Mann
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Elizabeth Packard: Incurably Insane? Part 1
In this episode, Gwen and Val discuss the remarkable story of Elizabeth Packard. Labeled as “incurably insane” by not fitting into the rigid standards of the mid-1800s of America, she was condemned to an asylum by her husband. Against all odds, Packard fought for and won her freedom. Packard, who is largely forgotten to history, was a pioneer in women and mental health advocacy and a true testament of resilience in the face of oppression.Thanks for listening!Thanks to Wendy Berry of Wendy Berry Arts for our original logo, and to Danielle of D’Lordes and their partner Siah for our theme song. Sources used:The Woman They Could Not Silence, by Kate MooreA Noble Fight, by Linda CarlisleMrs. Packard, by Emily Mann
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Alan Turing: Hero or Criminal?
Val and Gwen take a look back on the life of Alan Turing. Anne Diamond interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s9Wxpt2aFi4Thanks for listening!
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A mother daughter podcast looking at when historical figures clash with the societal norms of their times.
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Valerie, Gwendolyn, William
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