The Backstory: A hero emerges from a 19th century insane asylum
The Backstory with Patty Steele
June 11, 20248m 3s
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Show Notes
Did you know that as recently as the Victorian era, somebody could have you committed to an insane asylum just because you disobeyed a husband, were too opinionated, were caught masturbating, and so much more? The treatment ranged from being chained to a wall, beaten...and more. And no one had to prove your insanity! This is the story of how one woman, post-lock-up, changed the status quo.
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