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Invisibilia

Bonus: Mr. Kitt

Jul 5, 2016
12:42

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Quick takeaways

  • William Kitt's life was marked by a series of schemes and periods of homelessness, which eventually led him to pretend to be crazy to obtain a stable apartment for people with a diagnosis of mental illness.
  • The podcast highlights the power of individuals to transform their lives and find solace by pursuing their passions, as demonstrated by William Kitt's journey from homelessness and drug addiction to living in a beautiful apartment in Harlem and discovering his passion for art.

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William Kitt's Life of Schemes and Homelessness

William Kitt's life has been marked by a series of schemes and periods of homelessness. From a young age, he developed a knack for finding ways to obtain money, such as shaking vending machines. However, these schemes eventually led him to be sent to jail at the age of 11. As he grew older, he struggled to find stability, becoming homeless and sleeping in shelters. He resorted to engaging in mild trespassing, recycling bin theft, and welfare checks to survive. Throughout this time, he battled drug addiction and suffered from the constant presence of negative voices in his head.

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