Trashy Royals

222. Lord Lucan | Act II

Trashy Royals

Show Notes

In this second episode, we investigate the marriage, separation and downright ugly court battle of Lord and Lady Lucan. Lord Lucan is very much down on his luck and makes some decisions about how to change his fate.

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