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On the Red Staircase

On the Red Staircase

By: Mary Imlay Taylor
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 In the turbulent aftermath of Czar Alexiss death, Russia stands at a crossroads, wrestling with the question of succession. Will the people accept the indifferent and deformed Czarevitch Ivan as their ruler, or rally behind his more capable half-brother, Peter? As court intrigues unfold and the specter of primogeniture looms large, the fate of the nation hangs in the balance. Join us for a gripping exploration of power, legacy, and the unpredictable tides of history, narrated by LynneT.Copyright Nature and Animals Political Science Politics & Government World
Episodes
  • 030 - A Solemn Betrothal

    030 - A Solemn Betrothal
    Feb 8 2026
    In the turbulent aftermath of Czar Alexiss death, Russia stands at a crossroads, wrestling with the question of succession. Will the people accept the indifferent and deformed Czarevitch Ivan as their ruler, or rally behind his more capable half-brother, Peter? As court intrigues unfold and the specter of primogeniture looms large, the fate of the nation hangs in the balance. Join us for a gripping exploration of power, legacy, and the unpredictable tides of history, narrated by LynneT.
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    8 mins
  • 029 - A Desperate Defense

    029 - A Desperate Defense
    Feb 7 2026
    In the turbulent aftermath of Czar Alexiss death, Russia stands at a crossroads, wrestling with the question of succession. Will the people accept the indifferent and deformed Czarevitch Ivan as their ruler, or rally behind his more capable half-brother, Peter? As court intrigues unfold and the specter of primogeniture looms large, the fate of the nation hangs in the balance. Join us for a gripping exploration of power, legacy, and the unpredictable tides of history, narrated by LynneT.
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    7 mins
  • 028 - Madame von Gaden

    028 - Madame von Gaden
    Feb 6 2026
    In the turbulent aftermath of Czar Alexiss death, Russia stands at a crossroads, wrestling with the question of succession. Will the people accept the indifferent and deformed Czarevitch Ivan as their ruler, or rally behind his more capable half-brother, Peter? As court intrigues unfold and the specter of primogeniture looms large, the fate of the nation hangs in the balance. Join us for a gripping exploration of power, legacy, and the unpredictable tides of history, narrated by LynneT.
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    12 mins
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