The Awful Crimes of Georgia Tann

This podcast episode explores the shocking and reprehensible actions of Georgia Tann, a social worker involved in illegal adoption and baby-selling schemes in the early to mid-20th century. Tann's activities included kidnapping babies, falsifying birth records, and exploiting vulnerable children for financial gain. The hosts discuss the history of adoption in the US before the 1930s, highlighting the mistreatment of orphans and the stigma associated with unwed mothers. They delve into Tann's life and manipulative tactics, her corrupt network of supporters, and the tragic consequences of her actions. The section also addresses the secrecy surrounding adoption, the impact of Tann's activities on the adoption system, and the ongoing challenges faced by individuals seeking their biological families. The episode concludes with a mention of the upcoming episodes and the movie "Stolen Babies," based on a book about Tann's life.