E5. No Lawyers In Westeros

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E5. No Lawyers In Westeros

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James Delingpole is back from holiday and Toby Young is puzzled at the lack of law schools grads in the Game of Thrones universe. Also, is Jon Snow not a bastard? Listen in to find out. Source

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Aug 14, 2017

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James Delingpole and Toby Young discuss and explain British and European politics and culture for their American audience.

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