Frances Welch, historian and author known for her expertise on the Romanovs, dives into the life of Grigory Rasputin, the notorious mystic who wormed his way into Russian royalty. They explore Rasputin’s rise from peasant to confidant of the Tsar, the mystique of his alleged healing powers, and the wild rumors of his sexual exploits, including the outlandish claim of a 13-inch penis. The podcast probes into his influence over the Romanovs, the fanatical devotion he inspired, and the dark circumstances surrounding his dramatic assassination.
