35 - Maria Rasputin - Daughter of the Mad Monk

Maria Rasputin eluded capture and certain death in Russia, going on to live many lives, as a cabaret dancer, a lion tamer and even an author. In fact, Grigori Rasputin's daughter may even be far more interesting than the Mad Monk. orld Pageant is a historic event that you've probably never heard of. On November 20th 1970, worlds collided with rigging accusations, bombs, thinly-veiled racism and the second wave of feminism, all topped off with a sparkly tiara.    Hosted by Katie Charlwood   Tell me where to go on tour! Listen to Day & Nightshade   Donate at:  Patreon  Tip Jar Beacons (at the bottom of the page)   Follow me on… Instagram TikTok Facebook Bluesky   Fan Mail: Katie Charlwood C/O The Postal Store Unit 11A Forte Retail Park Letterkenny Co. Donegal Ireland F92 DY22   Business Enquiries: [email protected]  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.