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The Rite Of Prima Nocta
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15:12 - 18:57 (03:45)

The Rite of Prima Nocta was a supposed right where nobles would have sex with a woman after their marriage, depicted in movies like Braveheart, but the misogyny in the society makes it difficult to determine how it should be approached.

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The speaker ponders the difficulty in critiquing misogynistic societies, noting that while it's easy to view them as "fucked up," it's important to consider the mentality behind the cruelty and evil rules put in place.
15:12 - 17:24 (02:12)
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Societal Critique
Summary

The speaker ponders the difficulty in critiquing misogynistic societies, noting that while it's easy to view them as "fucked up," it's important to consider the mentality behind the cruelty and evil rules put in place.

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The Rite Of Prima Nocta
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Part One: How The Roman Republic Became a Police State
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Behind the Bastards
The names of important figures in Roman history can be confusing due to the practice of naming multiple people with the same name.
17:24 - 18:57 (01:33)
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Roman History
Summary

The names of important figures in Roman history can be confusing due to the practice of naming multiple people with the same name. Additionally, the Rite of Prima Nocta is a commonly known practice that is actually a myth perpetuated by Hollywood films like Braveheart.

Chapter
The Rite Of Prima Nocta
Episode
Part One: How The Roman Republic Became a Police State
Podcast
Behind the Bastards