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The Siege of Gaza
Season 4, Ep. 15
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On this episode of Highkey Obsessed Thomas discusses the Siege of Gaza, its aftermath, and whether Alexander the Great was truly guilty of some truly barbaric accusations leveled at him. He also dishes on what's next for the show and asks for some audience input!
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