332 - I'm Phoebe Judge
- Jun 16, 2022
- 39:37
- Full Episode
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<p>On today's episode, Phoebe Judge tells Georgia and Karen the story of Northeast Airlines Flight 823. </p> <p> </p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>
Brief Summary
The 1957 Flight 823 crash on Rikers Island led to heroic inmate rescues and significant consequences for those involved.
Key points
- A Plane Crash on Rikers Island. Northeast Airlines Flight 823 crashes shortly after takeoff, leading to chaos and heroism.
- A Father's Desperate Act. Kenneth Cronin throws his baby from a burning plane, leading to a miraculous survival.
- Inmates Become Heroes. Inmates at Rikers Island rush to help crash survivors, showcasing unexpected bravery.
- Captain's Fatal Mistake. Investigation reveals pilot error caused the crash of Flight 823.
- Inmates' Heroic Rescue. Inmates risk their lives to save others during a plane crash, earning recognition.
- Plane Crash on Rikers Island. A tragic plane crash leads to unexpected heroism from inmates on Rikers Island.
Episode highlights
- A Plane Crash on Rikers IslandNortheast Airlines Flight 823 crashes shortly after takeoff, leading to chaos and heroism.“The plane crashes on Rikers Island, and the scene is horrific.”9:42Jun 16, 2022
- A Father's Desperate ActKenneth Cronin throws his baby from a burning plane, leading to a miraculous survival.“The baby landed in a snowbank, and they were reunited in the hospital.”15:17Jun 16, 2022
- Inmates Become HeroesInmates at Rikers Island rush to help crash survivors, showcasing unexpected bravery.“None had attempted to escape. None had done anything but just try to help.”18:47Jun 16, 2022
- Captain's Fatal MistakeInvestigation reveals pilot error caused the crash of Flight 823.“The probable cause of the accident was the captain's failure to monitor instruments.”20:47Jun 16, 2022
- Inmates' Heroic RescueInmates risk their lives to save others during a plane crash, earning recognition.“They did something good and someone recognized that.”23:53Jun 16, 2022
- Plane Crash on Rikers IslandA tragic plane crash leads to unexpected heroism from inmates on Rikers Island.“It's a really beautiful story of like the human spirit.”36:56Jun 16, 2022
Tension
75/ 100High tension
