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Radio 4,09 Sep 2025,28 mins

Nellie Bly Goes Undercover

History's Heroes

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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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