• The Kitty Genovese Case: A Story of Tragedy and the Bystander Effect

  • Jan 9 2025
  • Length: 6 mins
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The Kitty Genovese Case: A Story of Tragedy and the Bystander Effect

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  • In this episode of My Midnight Podcast, we delve into the tragic story of Kitty Genovese and the psychological phenomenon known as the bystander effect. In 1964, Kitty was attacked near her home in New York City while witnesses stayed silent, a moment that changed how we think about responsibility and action.


    Discover what happened that night, the fate of her killer, and how this case inspired changes like the creation of the 911 emergency system. Kitty’s story challenges us to reflect on how we respond in moments of crisis.


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