A Human Paradox

13/02/2020 1h 10min Episodio 145
A Human Paradox

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Episode Synopsis

Alison takes us back to the circus where we discuss several sideshow performers with albinism. We hear about Nellie Walker who was exhibited from childhood; the mysterious Unzie with a six foot globe of white hair, and the beautiful mindreader, Millie Lamar.

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Episode 145 notes and links:

Episode artwork by Alison. (Unzie, taken from the photo of the week)

Strange Familiars Photo of the Week #6: Unzie Cyanotypes (2 available)



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Nellie Walker (and her twin brother):


Another photo of Unzie:


Tom Jack, the Ice King:


Millie Lamar:


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