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Mabel Walker Willebrandt — First Lady of Law

Mabel Walker Willebrandt — First Lady of Law

FromLost Ladies of Lit


Mabel Walker Willebrandt — First Lady of Law

FromLost Ladies of Lit

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Length:
19 minutes
Released:
Aug 2, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

As assistant attorney general of the United States from 1921 until 1929, Mabel Walker Willebrandt was the highest-ranking woman in the federal government at the time and, you could argue, one of the most famous women in America. Her job included the thankless task of enforcing Prohibition and prosecuting notorious crime bosses like Al Capone. Learn more about her fascinating life in this week’s mini episode. For episodes and show notes, visit: LostLadiesofLit.com Follow us on instagram @lostladiesoflit. Follow Kim on twitter @kaskew. Sign up for our newsletter: LostLadiesofLit.com Email us: Contact — Lost Ladies of Lit Podcast
Released:
Aug 2, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

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A book podcast hosted by writing partners Amy Helmes and Kim Askew. Guests include biographers, journalists, authors, and cultural historians discussing lost classics by women writers.