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Jan 2022
1h 7m

Katherine Swynford

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If you're a fan of British history, then you have Katherine Swynford to thank. She may be a Side Hustle, but her descendants were very much front and center. Katherine was born in total obscurity, but at one point was the highest-ranking woman in England. WOW. So little is actually known about her, but what we uncover is so cool. Nathan pairs this episode w ... Show More
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