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The Aftermath: The Nepali Royal Massacre

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New Guest Expert! On this week’s Aftermath, Rebecca speaks with Dr. Rumela Sen about the Nepali Royal Massacre. Dr. Sen lectures at Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs and is author of the book Farewell to Arms: How Rebels Retire Without Getting Killed. After sharing fascinating new insights into the history of the Royal Family and the power dynamics at play, Fact Checker Chris Smith and Producer Clayton Early stop by to reassess the situation. Will the verdict hold up?! 

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