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The Killing of Karen Silkwood The Story Behind the Kerr-McGee Plutonium Case

Richard L. Rashke

Relates the intriguing conspiracy case and death of Karen Silkwood, a union activist deliberately contaminated with plutonium who subsequently died in a car accident en route to delivering corporate documents to a reporter

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In the episode, the hosts highlighted the book while discussing a new investigation into the death of America's first nuclear whistleblower, noting that she was reportedly killed to prevent the delivery of sensitive documents. They emphasized the book's role in shedding light on the mysterious circumstances surrounding her disappearance and suggested it provided valuable context for listeners interested in the case.

Episode: A Very Merry Shutdown?

A new investigation was released regarding the life and death of America's first nuclear whistleblower, Karen Silkwood, who was allegedly killed while on her way to deliver sensitive documents to a New York Times reporter 50 years ago.

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50 years ago, a young woman named Karen Silkwood got into her car alone. She was reportedly on her way to deliver sensitive documents to a New York Times reporter. She never made it.

Do you think somebody killed her?

There's no question in my mind that someone killed her that night. I think they were trying to stop her in order to get the documents.

A new investigation into the life and death of America's first nuclear whistleblower. Listen to Radioactive, the Karen Silkwood mystery. From ABC Audio. Listen now wherever you get your podcasts.

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