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Crowned & Cancelled
by Shallon Lester
Where history’s scandals become strategy for the modern queen. Hosted by Shallon Lester, Crowned & Cancelled blends dark academia storytelling with pop-culture parallels and no-BS advice to uncover what yesterday's betrayals, seductions and battles can teach us about how to build our own empires! ⚜️ Travel with me! shallonlester.com ⚜️ Instagram & TikTok @ShallonXO ⚜️ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/user/shallonlester For advertising opportunities please email [email protected]
Episodes
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Sex, Slaves & Pickled Children: The Wild Origins of Christmas
Jesus is the reason for the season...right? Eh, not really. I'll break down the Roman festivals, Pagan rituals, and Victorian branding that turned sex-drenched slave parties, serial killers and a vengeful saint into the Christmas we know today—from Christmas trees to Santa Claus. Plus, why…
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Burn Book: Bloody Mary's Favorite Hobby
Step into Tudor England at its bloodiest and most unhinged, where monarchs changed religions on a whim and the price of disagreeing with the crown was burning alive—just ask the Oxford Martrys. In this episode, we unravel the real story behind Mary I—“Bloody Mary”—and the Oxford Martyrs whose...
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The Dark History of the First Thanksgiving: Cannibals, Colonists, and Rat Pee
Forget the Hallmark version — the first Thanksgiving wasn’t cute, cozy, or even particularly grateful. In this episode, we break down the real story behind the 1621 feast: the Pilgrims who knew nothing and learned even less, the Jamestown colonists who literally ate each other, and the kidnapped...
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Napoleon & Joséphine: Power, Passion, and the Ego That Ate Europe
In this week's episode, we dive into how a Corsican outsider rose to dominate not just France after the French Revolution, but an entire continent—all while dealing with a hellish mother, scheming brother, and cheating, black-toothed woman he could never let go of. This episode unpacks Napoleon...
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Make France Great Again: Napoleon's MAGA Daddy Energy
In Part 2 of our French Revolution trilogy, Robespierre’s flower-crown cult implodes and a petty, brilliant general named Napoleon steps in with pure Trump energy—loud, polarizing, unstoppable. It’s chaos, charisma, and control issues baked into one croissant-flaky empire. This episode of Crowned…
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The Guillotine Diaries: Marie Antoinette Loses Her Head, France Loses Its Mind
In part one of Crowned & Cancelled's new 3-part series on the French Revolution, I'll explore's Marie Antoinette’s (fake!) cake comment, Robespierre’s flower crown, and how a country’s cry for fresh croissants turned into a full-blown national breakdown. Expect guillotines, gossip, and the...
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Oxford’s Frat from Hell: The Bullingdon Club
Ever wonder why guys neg hot women? Because when there's nothing left to build, you destroy. In this episode of the Crowned & Cancelled history podcast, I dive into Oxford University's Bullingdon Club for some true dark academia—tales of aristocrats and heirs who used their privilege to move fast...
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The Origins of Rome: Blood, Whores and Hills
Before Rome was an empire, it had a mother — then it erased her. The story of Romulus and Remus isn’t about brotherhood or destiny; it’s about branding, survival, and how the woman who gave Rome life was turned into a monster. In this new history podcast from Shallon Lester, she unpacks how image...
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Versailles: The Original Hype House...of Horrible Hygiene
Before influencer mansions or Instagram clout, there was Louis XIV’s palace, Versailles — the world’s first Hype House. And spoiler: it reeked. In this episode, Shallon Lester unpacks how The Sun King used glamour, gossip, and pure spectacle to keep France’s elite under his control — all while...
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Introducing Crowned & Cancelled: A New History Podcast from Shallon Lester
Crowned & Cancelled — formerly Girl on Top — is for anyone who hated history class but lives for drama. Each week, host Shallon Lester brings her signature sass and unapologetic advice to Marie Antoinette’s downfall, Oxford’s dark halls, the scandals of ancient Rome and so much more. It’s tabloid...
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Evil Week Preview: Why Kindness Is For Losers
Work hard? Stay humble? How about…no. I’ll get you pumped for Evil Week with a sinister pep talk AGAINST kindness and hard work why you should flip to the dark side. Join me for the rest of Evil Week starting Oct 25, link below! Liked this podcast? Then you’ll love my 5-star international trips...
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How To Stand Up For Yourself
If you’ve done some changing, growing, or even just WANT to, you may encounter pushback from people who need you to stay predictable and small. I’ll tell you how to stand firm in your beliefs and be true to yourself without destroying all your relationships! Liked this podcast? Then you’ll love…
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How To Weed Out Fake Friends
This week's episode dives deeper into a recent YouTube video about friends who tell you want you want to hear…even when it’s not in your best interest. I’ll help you smoke out who’s doing this for the wrong reasons, and give some tips on how to trust yourself over anyone! Liked this podcast? Then...
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When You Know Better But You Can’t DO Better
There’s nothing worse than perfectly understanding why a guy is bad for you… But missing him anyway. I’ll tell you why it’s ok that you can’t snap your fingers and be over it, and give you a psychological trick to ACTUALLY get over it! Liked this podcast? Then you’ll love my 5-star international...
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Summer Reinvention: How To Start Fresh
It’s the perfect time to clean out our emotional closets and rebrand…but how? I’ll tell you how to leave things behind and cut out situations and people who are no longer serving you. Liked this podcast? Then you’ll love my 5-star international trips full of history, glamour, and sisterhood! 🥂…
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Summer Reinvention: How To Stop Trying To Save Everyone
This week we're going to get inspiration from an unlikely place: Top Gun: Maverick. Yes, the movie. I'll tell you how one character sparked an ah-ha moment about what to do when a guy needs saving! Liked this podcast? Then you’ll love my 5-star international trips full of history, glamour, and...
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Summer Reinvention: How To Stop Oversharing
Do you find yourself blabbing way too much and kicking yourself after? Well I sure do. I’ll break down why we overshare, what need it’s kicking up inside, and 3 easy steps to holding your boundaries and honoring yourself! Liked this podcast? Then you’ll love my 5-star international trips full of...
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Embracing Ruthlessness: How To Get Comfy With Confrontation
Setting boundaries and ditching toxic people feels AMAZING, right?! No. Not so much. I’ll give you tips to navigate the anxiety, shame, and sadness of standing up for yourself, confronting a toxic person, or cutting someone off! Liked this podcast? Then you’ll love my 5-star international trips...
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In Defense Of Ghosting: The Real Reason Guys & Friends Ghost
Confession: I ghost friends. If you’re being blanked by a bestie (or a guy), I’ll give a counterpoint to what may be going through their head and how to prevent it from happening! Liked this podcast? Then you’ll love my 5-star international trips full of history, glamour, and sisterhood! 🥂 And...
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Grad Week (Sorta): When You Can’t Be Happy For Your Friends
This week I’ll tell you how I learned to stop seething over my friends love or accomplishments and how to feel confident in my own lane and life! Liked this podcast? Then you’ll love my 5-star international trips full of history, glamour, and sisterhood! 🥂 And join me in our secret society, The…
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Grad Week: Why It’s Ok To NOT Be Ok
Stressed because you don’t have it all figured out yet? Trying to manifest your dreams but nothing's really happening? I’ll break down the right way to attract your perfect life, and give you a pep talk if you don’t even know where to begin! Liked this podcast? Then you’ll love my 5-star...
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Grad Week: How To Deal With Life After College
Graduating from college is terrifying and exhausting, but I’ll give you some tips on adjusting to corporate life, dealing with male-dominated industries, and post-grad burnout. And head over to my YouTube channel for videos on how to find your passion and trust your dreams! Liked this podcast?…
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How To Make Feedback Suck A Little Less
If you’re a recent graduate—or just a person existing in the world—chances are people give you lots of “feedback” whether you ask for it or not. I’ll tell you how to process it with more neutrality and less defensiveness! Liked this podcast? Then you’ll love my 5-star international trips full of...
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How Long Should You Wait To Have Sex With A Guy?
Is a relationship doomed if you sleep together on the first date? What’s the ideal timeline to shagging for the first time? I’ll explain a man’s mentality on a girl who puts out and how to up your chances of keeping him interested! Liked this podcast? Then you’ll love my 5-star international…
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Booty Call To Boyfriend: How To Change The Dynamic
This week we hear from a Shalligator hoping to flip the script on a longtime hookup buddy. I’ll tell you EXACTLY what to say to change how he sees you and the trajectory of your situation! Liked this podcast? Then you’ll love my 5-star international trips full of history, glamour, and sisterhood!...
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One And Done: How To Get Comfortable Being Alone
After a week traveling solo around Paris, I’ll share with you my tips on slaying the dragon of loneliness and an easy plan to conquer your fear brain and live your best life—no +1 required! Liked this podcast? Then you’ll love my 5-star international trips full of history, glamour, and…
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Friendship Breakups Part 2: When A Toxic Friend Won’t Go Away
Cutting off a friend isn’t easy…but what if they refuse to get the hint? What if they turn toxic and try to ruin your other friendships? I’ll give you the script on how to deal with an ex-bestie who just won’t get gone! Liked this podcast? Then you’ll love my 5-star international trips full of...
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Friendship Breakups & Makeups: How To Reconnect…And When Not To
Looking to get back in touch with a bestie? Well, maybe there’s a reason you unplugged in the first place. Using tips from our book club selection, “Essentialism,” I hope you decide which friendships are worth salvaging and tell you exactly how to do it! Liked this podcast? Then you’ll love my...
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Hot Pursuit: How To Get A Guy To Chase You Again
Did your boyfriend’s efforts drop off once he “got” you? I’ll tell you how to re-ignite his need to hunt you down WITHOUT having to grovel, beg or play games. Just kidding, you’ll play a lot of games—but you’ll win, honey. Liked this podcast? Then you’ll love my 5-star international trips full of...
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The Cons (And More Cons) of Workplace Romances
Love being poor? And overworked and overlooked? Amazing! Then definitely start or continue that on-the-job flirtation! I’m breaking down office flings and why The Office’s Pam and Jim are anything but #CoupleGoals! Liked this podcast? Then you’ll love my 5-star international trips full of…
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College Daze: The ONE Word I’d Tell My Younger Self
A question from a sorority-saturated Shalligator and my own trip to my college town reminded me that I wasn’t always a warm-blooded alpha female—quite the opposite. In this episode, I’ll give advice to my younger self and tell you the ONE WORD I wish I’d had as my mantra! Liked this podcast? Then...
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The Friendship Closet Clean-Out: Making New Friends Post-Covid
As the world gets back to pre-pandemic normal, I’ll tell you how to over ride fear, take bold new chances and friend smarter, not harder! Liked this podcast? Then you’ll love my 5-star international trips full of history, glamour, and sisterhood! 🥂 And join me in our secret society, The 4% Club…
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Frenemy Fixation: Unpacking A Female Hurtlocker
We know Hurt Lockers as those guys we just cannot get over…but what if your obsession is a friend? If you’re gnawing on a frenemy who treated you poorly, I’ll tell you why borrowing a drop of their dark magic is the key to moving on! Liked this podcast? Then you’ll love my 5-star international...
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Are You Gucci or Garage Sale? High Self Esteem & Low Self Worth, Part 2
Last episode, we unpacked the bizarre and exhausting feeling of having high self-esteem but low self-worth. This week, I'll tell you how to dig yourself out of this rut and demand your worth from the world! Liked this podcast? Then you’ll love my 5-star international trips full of history…
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Are You Gucci or Garage Sale? High Self Esteem & Low Self Worth, Part 1
Do you feel burnt out dating? Exhausted by men? Bitter and resentful? There’s a reason: you have high self esteem but low self-worth. This week I’ll break down this confusing concept and how to fix it! Liked this podcast? Then you’ll love my 5-star international trips full of history, glamour…
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The Horror Of Catching Feelings: How Not To Blow It
Summer is in full swing… and burnout might be too. I’ll tell you how burnout can trick you into thinking you’re falling for someone, and help you set boundaries not only to keep burnout at bay, but also why they’re crucial to keeping a guy interested! Liked this podcast? Then you’ll love my…
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The Do’s & Don’ts of a Successful Summer Fling
Who doesn’t want to have a hot girl summer? But there’s a right way and a wrong way to have a summer fling. I’ll break down the definition of a successful summer romance and exactly the kind of guys to avoid if you’re not looking to get your heart broken! Liked this podcast? Then you’ll love my...
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No More Disrespect: 4 Magic Words That Make A Guy Change
Tired of talking yourself to death about your feelings and boundaries when a guy is disrespectful? I will give you four (science-backed!) magic words to communicate your point without sounding desperate, naggy, or needy—and put the ball back in his court! Liked this podcast? Then you’ll love my...
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Lean Back Part 2: The Benefits of Burnout
Last week we talked about when to stop leaning in and take a pause to lean back, and this week we’ll outline 4 steps to cope with burnout and use it as a setup to being your most authentic self! Liked this podcast? Then you’ll love my 5-star international trips full of history, glamour, and...
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Screw Your Lean In: The Necessary Art of Leaning Back
There’s a time to lean in…but there’s a time to step away. If you’re feeling anxious about reentering society, burnt out on socialization, exhausted by relationships, or just need a little bit of a pause for yourself, I will tell you how to disengage and embrace a self-serving season! Liked this...
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Hot Girl Summer: Small Boobs and Big Bucks
We all want to have a hot girl summer, but…what exactly does that mean? For me, it means not needing approval or rescuing from any guy or even society. I’ll break down how to deal with body shamers and why gettin’ yo bag is the key to happiness! Liked this podcast? Then you’ll love my 5-star...
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Friends In Low Places: When Everyone You Know Is Coupled Up
Putting yourself out there is crucial to making friends…but what do you do when your coupled up galpals aren’t reciprocating the effort? This week we’ll help a Shalligator who is the odd (single!) girl out in a sea of loved up ladies. Liked this podcast? Then you’ll love my 5-star international...
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How To Get The Guy: Turning A Booty Call Into A Boyfriend
This week on YouTube, I explained why silence is your main weapon if you want an ex back, but here we’ll delve a little deeper into the strategy behind it. Plus, we’ll follow up to my tale about a booty call that became a wife, and what precisely she said to him to get out of the sex zone and…
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The One Who Got Away: How To Let Go Of Past Regret
This week we talk to a Shalligator who wants to rekindle things with a guy she rejected (twice!) and another who wants her husband to morph back into the man she married, and not the mega douche he's become. I'll help you let go of regret and knock some sense into guys who are letting you slip...
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Spring Cleaning: Why Alpha Females Don’t Chase Guys
With summer around the corner, it’s easy to have spring fever about boys and dating. But before you start swiping, texting, or hooking up, I’ll give you a pep talk on why we NEVER CHASE. Plus, I’ll help a Shalligator who isn’t sure if she’s worked through her issues enough to get out in the…
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Tinder 101: Red Flags You Shouldn’t Ignore
Dating apps are a great way to meet guys…and an excellent way to completely waste your time with f*ckboys! I’ll tell you red flags to look for in a boy’s profile, plus help one Shalligator who isn’t sure if her new Bumble boy is all in or all trouble! Go to Curology.com/shallon for a free 30-day...
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Defeating Your Inner Neurotic & Coping With Change You Don’t Want
Change sucks. Change is the worst when it’s change you didn’t particularly ask for...but isn’t MOST change out of your control? I’ll give you five tips on becoming more resilient instead of bitter and erotic, and talk to one shower gator whose ex just dropped a bomb about the change in his own...
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Finding Friends For Your Boyfriend...And Yourself
Do you find yourself attracting guys who don’t really have a social life of their own? Or are your “friends” flaky, frazzled, and forgettable? I’ll give you tips on getting a life for him AND yourself! Head on over to www.formulate.co/podcast, complete the brief hair questionnaire, and use my…
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How To Be Happy Even When Things Go Wrong
We should all be visualizing what we want out of our future but what do you do when imagination goes bad? If you struggle with romanticizing things at the expense of reality, I’ll give you the two keys to happiness and help you pump the breaks on a runaway emotional train! Go to...
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Spring Cleaning: Beta Males & Business Blahs
This week, we’ll break down the psychology of beta males who neg amazing women, plus share some lessons from our Shalliterature book club selection, “Essentialism,” and help you walk away from “perfect” opportunities that don’t feel so perfect after all. 💜GET “ESSENTIALISM” 💜...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Where history’s scandals become strategy for the modern queen. Hosted by Shallon Lester, Crowned & Cancelled blends dark academia storytelling with pop-culture parallels and no-BS advice to uncover what yesterday's betrayals, seductions and battles can teach us about how to build our own empires! ⚜️ Travel with me! shallonlester.com ⚜️ Instagram & TikTok @ShallonXO ⚜️ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/user/shallonlester
For advertising opportunities please email [email protected]
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Where history’s scandals become strategy for the modern queen. Hosted by Shallon Lester, Crowned & Cancelled blends dark academia storytelling with pop-culture parallels and no-BS advice to uncover what yesterday's betrayals, seductions and battles can teach us about how to build our own empires!...
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