From her groundbreaking roles in The Miracle Worker and The Patty Duke Show to her later years of mental health advocacy, Anna "Patty" Duke's story is one of resilience and honesty. Advanced TV Herstory host Cynthia Bemis Abrams sits down with William Jankowski, co-author of In the Presence of Greatness, to discuss the remarkable life and legacy of Patty Duke.

Discover how Patty's final memoir was shaped, featuring behind-the-scenes stories of her relationships with industry legends like Lucille Ball, Sharon Tate, and Gloria Vanderbilt. William shares how Patty Duke courageously reflected on her struggles with bipolar disorder and her triumphant moments in the spotlight.

Episode Resources

In the Presence of Greatness (2018) by Anna "Patty" Duke and William Jankowski.

Referenced Work: The Miracle Worker (Film and Broadway Play) The Patty Duke Show (TV Series)

Related Episodes:

4.10 Patty Duke Memoir: In the Presence of Greatness (Part 2) https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/b24279fa-239d-40a2-be5f-088630c45055.mp3

2.5 Patty Duke's Place in Herstory https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/fb7a94c6-0304-45fa-983b-29fe170aed96.mp3

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