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Olga of Kyiv was a powerful ruler and the first female ruler of Kievan Rus, a medieval state in Eastern Europe. She is remembered for her role in spreading Christianity throughout the region and for her efforts to improve the lives of her subjects. Olga's legacy lives on as a symbol of strength and leadership for women throughout history.

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We finish up our 3 part Anne Boleyn series while sipping on Apple Cider

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Anne Boleyn has finally met her prince. They live happily ever after, right?

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You’ve heard of “sister from another mister,” but what about a sisters with the same mister? 

We’re raising our Homewrecker cocktails high (1 part Strawberry Vodka, 1 part Peach Schnapps, and some orange juice) to Queen Anne Boleyn as we dissect how on Earth she was mislabeled as such, even though her sister Mary’s affairs with King Francis and others (she was King Henry VIII’s mistress for a bit too!) earned her title of “the most infamous whore.”

Just so the portrait is complete, we begin during the early life of Queen Anne Boleyn and skim through her education, her family, and the rumors about her appearance. 

For over 6 years, King Henry VIII stalked her, incessantly writing love letters courting Anne to become his mistress. She refused until, finally, his long-drawn-out annulment with Queen Catherine of Aragon was resolved, and the opportunity presented itself for Anne’s marriage-or-nothing ultimatum to be satisfied. 

Gross things royals did to maintain power and bloodlines for 1000: King Henry VIII’s first wife, Catherine of Aragon, was the widow of Henry VIII's brother, Arthur.  

In this episode, you’ll also hear:

Must-listen moments: 

[00:06:28] Anne's early education was the time in history when girls actually got a fairly good education. It was just fashionable at this time to educate your daughters well…Mary and Anne Boleyn were educated at home by her mother at the beginning of her life.

[00:36:39]: She may not have been this great beauty for the time. But one of her biographers wrote that she was a remarkable, intelligent, quick-witted, full young noblewoman. She first drew people into conversation with her and then amused and entertained them. In short, her energy and vitality made her the center of attention at any social gathering.  

[00:53:02] Henry had never flaunted a mistress like this before…he had had Bessie Blount before and then Mary Bolen, and they had kids together and stuff. He was always respectful to Catherine in this, but with Anne, it was different…he paraded her around.

More on Queen Anne Boleyn in Part 2 https://pod.fo/e/1037ab and Part 3 https://pod.fo/e/1037aa

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Isabella of France , the husband slaying she-wolf of the middle ages

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We pair a spicy cocktail and dish on the first half of Isabella of France's life. Born a princess of France, heading to what should be a great life as the English queen... what could go wrong?

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Today we take a deep dive into the life of Diane de Poitiers, the controversial mistress of Henry II of France. The first in the new mistress series called Side Hustle.

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Alexandra Feodorvna, was the last tsarina (or empress) of Russia. She married her cousin, Nicholas II, for love and everyone hoped they would have a happy reign.

Unfortunately, that was not so much the case. Their time on the throne was a disaster pretty much starting from their coronation.

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Theodora was a remarkable woman who lived in the 6th century AD. She was born into humble beginnings, but through her beauty and intelligence, she rose to become one of the most powerful women in Byzantine history. Theodora was the wife of Emperor Justinian I and served as his co-ruler, using her influence to promote social justice and women's rights. She was also known for her patronage of the arts and her efforts to improve the lives of the poor. Despite facing opposition from the ruling class, Theodora remained committed to her causes, leaving a lasting legacy as a strong and compassionate leader.

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Matilda of Flanders is often remembered for being short and sassy. And y'all... that's not wrong! Matilda is known as the wife of William the Conqueror, but she was anything but a quiet woman who let the men run the show. We hope you love this episode as much as we loved recording it!

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