American Scandal The Woman Who Sold Babies | Supply and Demand | 2
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May 27, 2025 Explore the chilling world of Georgia Tann, who manipulated vulnerable families during the Great Depression to expand her adoption empire. Tensions rise as Judge Camille Kelly's inspection threatens the Sisters of the Good Shepherd Orphanage. Hear the heartbreaking story of a mother fighting to keep her children against Tann's ruthless tactics. Delve into the disturbing Christmas Child Giveaway, where children were treated as commodities. This dark tale raises profound moral questions about exploitation and the true nature of love and family.
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Free Milk Means Child Info
- Aubrey Clapp runs a free milk stand to collect families' details for Georgia Tan.
- This helps Tan identify children vulnerable to her adoption practices in Memphis.
Judge Kelly Enables Child Seizures
- Judge Camille Kelly signs papers terminating parental custody, aiding Georgia Tan's child seizures.
- This creates a system allowing Tan to control children's futures in Memphis.
The Christmas Baby Giveaway
- Georgia Tan partners with journalist Ada Gilkey to promote a Christmas baby giveaway.
- This campaign attracts many hopeful parents eager to adopt children during the holidays.
