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Getting Rid of a Tyrant Isn't Enough | Beforecast Episode 9 with Ada Palmer

November 3, 2026 · 50 min

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Historian Ada Palmer and Journalist & Podcaster Adam Davidson discuss the Tyrants of the Renaissance, how they expanded and grew their powers, and what we can learn from them today.

Thanks for watching! We have so many topics to discuss on Machiavelli, the Renaissance, and beyond! All ideas are welcome :)

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