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Episode 32: Runs in the Family

Old Gods of Appalachia

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Pollybarro - A Man's Tool in Politics

Pollybarro was everything the barrow patriarch could have desired in his progeny. Her particular talents began to manifest at the tender age of three, when a well meaning nanny clasped the hand of the fussy toddler who wanted to stay outside and chase light and bugs around the family's sprawling country estate. E p set about honing her into a weapon that could be used deftly in any number of situations, depending on his need. He needed a tool that was versatile, adaptable and, above all, ruthless. And pretty. Polly more than fit the bill.

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