Nellie Bly

Nellie Bly

Nellie Bly was a journalist.  Her most famous piece was on how she went undercover at a mental institution to expose on her experience as a patient.  The other experience she is famous for is her trip around the world in 80 days.  She actually made it in 72. She also holds a few patients.

The History Chicks Podcast:
http://thehistorychicks.com/episode-20-nellie-bly/

Stuff you Missed in History Class Podcast:
https://www.missedinhistory.com/podcasts/nellie-bly-stunt-journalism.htm