Show Notes
Arguably the first woman serial killer of all time, Locusta of Gaul was an expert in ancient poisons. From humble beginnings to skillful kingmaker, she earned her title of Imperial Poisoner after years of service to both Emperor Nero and his mother, Agrippina the Younger.
Unfortunately, poison is a deadly game no person is immune to.
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