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Rasputin and the Fall of the Romanovs
In this episode, Lucas and Luna delve into the enigmatic figure of Grigori Rasputin and his catastrophic influence on the final years of the Romanov dynasty. They explore Rasputin's rise from a Siberian peasant to the trusted confidant of Tsar Nicholas II and Empress Alexandra, his role in the imperial court, and the political chaos his presence exacerbated. The conversation covers key events such as the murder of Prime Minister Pyotr Stolypin, the scandal of the 'holy man' at court, and the growing alienation of the aristocracy and military. Lucas explains how Rasputin's…
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