William Stead: Seer and Victorian Influencer | Episode 138 | 1690 – 1890

News of the Times Episode 138 | 1849-1912 <br/>William Stead: Seer and Victorian Influencer: Eccentric Sundays<br/>William Thomas Stead was a British journalist, editor, social reformer, and arguably paranormal seer who played a significant role in shaping public opinion and investigative journalism during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. <br/>One of Stead's most notable and impactful works was his series titled "The Maiden Tribute of Modern Babylon," published in 1885. In this series, Stead exposed the trafficking of young girls for prostitution, shedding light on the horrors of child exploitation.<br/>In this episode we explore the man, his achievements, his incredible tie to the Titanic and his writings from the afterlife.<br/>Hosted by Robin Coles. <br/><br/>#NewsofTheTimes #VictorianCrimeStories #eccentricsundays #intuitivemessages  #childprostitution #WilliamStead #psychography <br/><br/>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@newsofthetimes<br/> Email: newsofthetimespodcast@gmail.com<br/> <br/>NEWS OF THE TIMES PLAYLISTS<br/> If you are looking to splurge!<br/>  <br/>  News of the Times FORGOTTEN FRIDAYS<br/> Similar to a news channel, we explore the papers of long ago in this limited series put together by our summer intern, Jason<br/> https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuj5alJ9fVqvwahlXckUuzt2UbO3E2JAd News of the Times SERIAL Killer Saturdays<br/> An in depth look at a serial killer, the crimes and the capture, every Saturday<br/>https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuj5alJ9fVqu3tysx43UGpKcfXWYoCw1X<br/> <br/> News of the Times ECCENTRIC SUNDAYS<br/> Exploring the vast array of eccentrics, notables and quirky individuals<br/> https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuj5alJ9fVqsSuyYX1j1U7q_mzlsG5NSB<br/> <br/> News of the Times MURDEROUS MONDAYS<br/> We look at a famous historical murder case of its day in detail<br/> https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuj5alJ9fVqsjz8AEFGWzNvEKXs7xBgm_<br/> <br/> News of the Times TWISTED TALES TUESDAYS<br/> These episodes are usually a collection of stories form history based around a theme<br/> https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuj5alJ9fVquzmeH_24uM2Fgx6_JGGHws News of the Times WICKED WEDNESDAYS<br/> The dark side of historical England is explored in this series uploaded every Wednesday<br/> https://www.youtube.com/playli....st?list=PLuj5alJ9fVq for listening! You can also connect with us on<br/>Our YouTube Channel: | https://www.youtube.com/@newsofthetimes<br/>Our Facebook Page: | https://www.facebook.com/News-of-the-Times-101108282697405<br/>Have a question or comment? Get in touch with us at newsofthetimespodcast@gmail.com <br/>If you would like to donate, we love coffee! Warmly appreciated :-) | https://www.buymeacoffee.com/newsofthetd<br/><br/><br/>