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18. The Very Radical Valerie Solanas

18. The Very Radical Valerie Solanas

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In this week's colorful episode, we take a dive into the eccentric world of Valerie Solanas, the audacious woman who took 'shooting your shot' to a whole new level. Bruise tells us the story where avant-garde met unexpected gunfire.


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Trigger Warnings:

Bullying, Sexism & misogyny, Sexual assault, Sex work & sex slavery, Incest, Intrusive thoughts, Psychiatric hospitalization, Schizophrenia, Involuntary adoption, Involuntary pregnancy, Pregnancy, Murder & attempted murder


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