Season 4 Episode 21: How Mad was the ”Mad Queen” of Madagascar?

S4 E21Sep 25, 202346:52

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Ranavalona has a reputation that precedes her as Madagascar's most unhinged and cruel despot. However, while this narrative is based in some truth, it severely lacks in an understanding of the nuances of her reign. This episode examines the truth and fiction behind Ranavalona's reputation as the "mad empress" of Madagascar Support the show

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