With Anne Boleyn at the Tower

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Today we talk about Anne Boleyn, and Henry VIII's descent into being a tyrant. Don't lose your head!

We also discuss evil condos and Carley getting cancelled on letterboxd.

It's a lot of info so strap in girls!!!!!

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