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392 - History's Worst Popes

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The Importance of Sex Parties

Benedict the 9th reportedly spent lots of money on sex parties and held huge orgies. He tightened his grip on power by excommunicating ecclesiastical leaders who were hostile to him. The orgies were reported to involve both men and animals, but not women.

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