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Saturday Matinee: Even the Royals

Aug 3, 2024
Anne Boleyn, a pivotal figure in the English Reformation and the second wife of King Henry VIII, shares her intriguing story. The discussion explores her tumultuous rise to power and the sacrifices she made, navigating courtly intrigue while challenging societal norms. Listeners gain insight into her passionate yet complicated relationship with Henry, her strategic maneuvers to secure her status, and the eventual tragic consequences of her ambition. Boleyn's journey highlights the fragile line between power and danger in royal life.
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