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Frances Glessner Lee & her Nutshell Studies of Unexplained Death (Women in Crime)

Frances Glessner Lee & her Nutshell Studies of Unexplained Death (Women in Crime)

Published 1 year, 4 months ago
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In this episode, I explore the life and legacy of Frances Glessner Lee, a true crime pioneer often called the 'mother of forensic science'. Her meticulously crafted Nutshell Studies of Unexplained Death—intricate dollhouse-sized crime scenes—helped revolutionise police investigations and are still used in training today. Join me as we uncover:
🔎 Lee’s groundbreaking contributions to forensic science
🏡 The eerie, hyper-detailed miniatures that still hold secrets
🕵️‍♂️ How her work changed crime scene investigation forever

If you love true crime, forensic history, and stories of trailblazing women, this is an episode you won’t want to miss! 
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Written and edited by Corinna Harrod with Holly Clarke. Artwork by Jessica Holmes. Music: "The Mooche" by Duke Ellington (1928). 

Sources used:
  • Making History Channel on YouTube
  • Smithsonian American Art Museum website
  • Slate.com article by Rachel Nuwer
  • 99% Invisible
  • Smithsonian Magazine article by Jimmy Stamp
  • Denatured Domesticity; An Account of femininity and physiognomy in the Interiors of Frances Glessner Lee by Laura J Miller


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Connect with me on social media @‌themondaynightrevue or email at themondaynightrevue@gmail.com.
Written and edited by Corinna Harrod with Holly Clarke. Artwork by Jessica Holmes.
Music: "The Mooche" by Duke Ellington (1928). 
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